PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Fee increases at the Tahquitz Creek golf course are being reconsidered by the Palm Springs City Council. In late September, the Palm Springs City Council adopted green fee hikes of up to 73%. Resort course weekday fees were set to spike from $58 to $95 during October to December. December
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The valley saw light scattered showers overnight and into the early morning hours. And lots of additional snow at the top of the Tram! A lingering area of low pressure will continue to bring a chance of showers through today and overnight tonight. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 10 this evening as
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Good morning and happy Monday. It’s a cool start to the week as temperatures are only peaking in the lower 70s. We are tracking another, separate system moving through later tonight as a low pressure system moves south down the Golden State. We are not expecting to see much accumulation, likely below a tenth of
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Thermal, Calif. (KUNA) – Puesto que el dÃa del acción de gracias se acerca muchas instituciones realizan eventos para regalar pavos, como es el caso del Distrito Escolar Unificado del Valle de Coachella, que por segundo año consecutivo entregaron pavos totalmente gratis a la comunidad que rodea sus escuelas. Con un aumento significativo y acompañados
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – Hundreds of families in the Coachella Valley are getting a little extra help this Thanksgiving. Monday evening, the Coachella Valley Unified School District hosted a massive turkey and produce giveaway, making sure local families have what they need for the holiday table. The district partnered with vendors and Aziz Farms to
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council distributed 2,000 turkeys to ten different organizations across the Coachella Valley on Monday as part of their annual turkey donation. The effort helps hundreds of local families receive a traditional holiday meal. Organizations that received turkeys were: Boys & Girls Club
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Help is available for Coachella Valley residents who are without health insurance, and it’s free. Starting from November 1st, and up to January 31st, anyone who does not have Medicare, Medicaid, or health insurance can enroll in a health insurance exchange plan. Residents who have insurance plans that may not
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – One inch of snow has fallen at Mount San Jacinto near the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The Tramway’s annual snow guessing contest officially ended Sunday, November 16th. There were seven contestants who submitted the correct date: 1. Carolyn Kirner-Schmidt of San Diego 2. Sharon Lee Jones of Rancho Mirage 3.
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)  – It’s a scam where buyers distract you, slip oil into the hood of your car to make the engine look “blown,” then pressure you to sell your car for a fraction of what it’s worth. Mark Haye, Palm Desert part-time resident, said 2 men tried it on him — but
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) One of the biggest gatherings in the nation for long-term care professionals has taken over the Palm Springs Convention Center this week. The California Association of Health Facilities (CAHF) is marking a major mileston with its 75th annual convention and expo. The convention draws top caregivers, facility leaders and industry experts
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A major route in and out of Palm Springs is shut down this week. North Indian Canyon Drive is closed between Palm Springs Station Road and Garnet Avenue, a closure that began early Monday at 2 a.m. and will continue through Thursday. For many residents, including Blanca Torres, the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Plaza Theatre announced Palm Springs Icons, a grand opening celebration honoring the legacy, artistry, and enduring cultural impact of eight extraordinary figures whose work has shaped Palm Springs and beyond. The one-night-only event takes place Monday, December 8, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., and proceeds will benefit Arts Teach Kids,
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cathedral City announced Monday morning that Councilmember Mark Carnevale died Sunday. “The City of Cathedral City is deeply saddened by the passing of Councilmember Mark Carnevale on November 16, 2025. Councilmember Carnevale was a dedicated public servant, beloved family man, and pillar of the Cathedral City community.” – Cathedral City
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – It has been a wet day here in the Coachella Valley. A few bands of heavier precipitation have entered the mix this afternoon. Several Areal Flood Advisories have been issued as the National Weather Service monitors this rain. There was quite the downpour at our station in Thousand Palms right
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A lingering area of low pressure will bring a chance of scattered showers, especially overnight tonight, and reinforce the colder air mass. Temps will run about 10 degrees colder than normal this week. Highs today will barely make it into the 70s. The low pressure system (weaker than the one over the weekend) will drop
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