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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- A strengthening El Niño could bring a wetter-than-normal fall and winter to Southern California, prompting some Coachella Valley residents to start thinking about storm preparation before the rain arrives. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says there is a greater than 90% chance of a very strong El Niño during fall and winter
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — Read With Me, a local nonprofit, is hosting a mixer tomorrow night at Giuseppe’s in Palm Desert from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The organization hopes to recruit up to 200 volunteers as it continues to expand into more schools. Its motto, “Readers are Leaders,” reflects its mission to help students
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For safety reasons, it’s important to make sure your car is working properly. From the engine to the tires, regular maintenance can catch problems before they become safety hazards.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — As of September 24, 30-year fixed-rate mortgages have risen to 7.03%, marking the first time they’ve climbed above 7% this year, according to Freddie Mac. The last time they were above 7% was January 2025, but rates have been on a steady climb from their 52-week low of 5.98% in
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Families in Indio had the chance Saturday morning to get help making sure their children are riding safely. A child passenger safety event was held from 9 to 11 a.m., giving parents and caregivers the opportunity to have their car seats inspected and learn whether they were installed correctly. Families
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CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) — The sounds of gourd rattles, singing and dancing filled the area outside Morongo Casino Friday as the 35th annual Morongo Thunder & Lightning Powwow got underway. The three-day celebration brings together thousands of people, including more than 900 dancers and 20 drum groups from across the United States and Canada. For
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) —UPDATE 9/25 10:37 AM- A driver was killed early Friday morning after a single-vehicle traffic collision in Indian Wells, authorities said. At approximately 2:05 a.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026, deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station responded to a reported collision at the intersection of Highway 111 and Desert Horizons
Continue Reading THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- A person was taken to the hospital after being struck by lightning in Palm Springs Thursday. Palm Springs Fire said firefighters responded in the Chino Canyon area to a palm tree fire and a person who had been struck by lightning. Lightning strike survivor Sabrina Riccio said she was driving on
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JOSHUA TREE, Calif. — Joshua Tree National Park is facing a $1.2 million funding block affecting 10 projects as the U.S. Department of the Interior withholds more than $25 million in planned National Park Service funding nationwide. According to documents reviewed by The Washington Post, Joshua Tree has more affected projects than any other national
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PALM SPRINGS, CA (KESQ)– September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about suicide and the warning signs that someone may need help. According to the CDC, someone in the U.S. dies by suicide about every 11 minutes. In 2022, nearly 50,000 Americans died by suicide, and there were about 1.6 million
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)— Students at Palm Desert High School and Sacred Heart School were placed under a temporary secured lockout Friday afternoon as deputies investigated a reported burglary in progress at a residence on Calle Lantana in Palm Desert. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to Calle Lantana at approximately
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RIVERSIDE (CNS) – Three Riverside County residents who conspired to steal more than $3 million in federal funds intended for economic relief during the COVID lockdowns pleaded guilty this week to felony charges. Vanessa M. Williams, 37, of Corona and Denise Mata, 36, of Moreno Valley each admitted on Tuesday one count of wire fraud,
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MOUNTAIN CENTER (CNS) – A young man riding his dirt bike just west of Mountain Center was fatally injured today when he lost control and crashed, possibly while intoxicated, after failing to negotiate a bend in the road. The crash was reported at 6:25 a.m. Friday in the area of McCall Park Road and Vista
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The 19th annual Concert for Autism kicks off Saturday in Indio, bringing live music to the Coachella Valley while raising money for autism services. The kickoff event is set for Saturday, September 26, from 6 to 11 p.m. at The Dune Room in Indio. Concert for Autism founder Josh Heinz will
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The California Supreme Court is scheduled to release its decision Thursday regarding Attorney General Rob Bonta’s legal challenge against Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco over his seizure of ballots during a November 2025 special election.
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – A recent laser strike involving a California Highway Patrol helicopter near Palm Springs is putting new attention on the danger a beam of light can create for crews in the air — and for people on the ground. The incident happened Aug. 21 while a CHP pilot and flight officer were
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PALM DESERT, CA (KESQ)- After more than a decade in development, DSRT Surf will officially open to the public on Saturday, September 26, bringing surf sessions to the desert for the first time. The destination opened its public booking calendar September 24 at 5:00 p.m. PST, allowing guests to reserve sessions ahead of the opening.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- Motorcycle crash numbers in Palm Springs are holding steady compared to this point last year, but local police say speed continues to stand out as a major concern. Palm Springs Police have recorded 16 motorcycle crashes so far in 2026, the same number reported at this point in 2025. Since the
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Plans for 30 new electric vehicle chargers at Rancho Las Flores Park are off the table as the City of Coachella scales back a major expansion project, with city leaders pointing to both cost and limited access to power. But the decision is raising a much bigger question for one of
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Palm Springs firefighters are actively patrolling the area as lightning continues to strike along the mountainsides surrounding the city, prompting crews to respond to multiple incidents, including two fires and a lightning strike that sent one person to the hospital. Firefighters responded to an approximately half-acre vegetation fire sparked amid the
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