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Honoring fallen heroes this Memorial Day
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Cemetery District hosted its annual Memorial Day service on Monday to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. It’s a powerful reminder that our freedom is not free. The ceremony was held in partnership with American Legion Post 739 in Indio.
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A seasonably warm Memorial Day ahead as some afternoon and evening winds linger
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been a warm holiday weekend in the Coachella Valley! Temperatures over the past few days have been just a touch below average. For Memorial Day, we expect triple digits, just a hair above seasonal normals. Here’s a look at the winds we’ll experience tonight and tomorrow evening. They are
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Friend remembers Colton Ford as “Saint” after death on Palm Springs hiking trail
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Iconic gay adult film actor and singer Glenn Soukesian, known professionally as Colton Ford was found dead last week on the Goat Trails behind 4733 E. Palm Canyon Drive. Ford’s close friends identified him and said he went missing while hiking the day before. “Glen was always hydrated,” Langham said.
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Tracking a warm, yet comfortable, Memorial Day weekend
It’s a fantastic weekend here in the Coachella Valley. Temperatures have been on the way, yet comfortable side, hovering in the low triple digits. Today will be much of the same. However, we are still tracking some lingering winds this weekend. This evening may still see some lingering breezy to gusty conditions. The same will
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PSPD Chief shares exclusive first close-up look at Palm Springs bomb blast zone
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s now been four days since 25 year old Guy Edward Bartkus tried to blow up a Palm Springs fertility clinic in an intentional act of terrorism, and until now, the scene has only been accessible to first responders, emergency personnel, and investigators. However, today, News Channel Three is the
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Slightly Cooler & Gusty to Start Memorial Day Weekend
Mild and gusty to start your Memorial Day weekend across the Coachella Valley. Daytime highs dip a few degrees today, back to seasonal levels in the upper 90s across most the Coachella Valley. A Wind Advisory is in place for gusty west winds will pick in the afternoon and evening through this weekend with the
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Rancho Mirage baseball shuts out St. Monica, advances to CIF-SS Division 6 semifinals
Rancho Mirage baseball kept it rolling Friday afternoon with a 6-0 win over St. Monica in the CIF-SS Division 6 quarterfinals. Rancho Mirage shuts out St. Monica in the D6 quarterfinals, punching their ticket to the semis next week. Rattlers are rolling right now and credit the competition in the valley for getting them ready
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Living Healthy: Desert Healthcare District investing in improving health in Coachella Valley
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation is investing millions into the valley’s health, including grants for behavioral and environmental health as well as access to care. They have 5 million dollars a year for grant funding, all guided by elected board members to improve access to care in the community.
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Local Memorial Day events to honor those who died in the line of duty
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Memorial Day, established in 1868, is a day to honor and mourn our nation’s service men and women who died in the line of duty. Here are some of the events around the Coachella Valley on Monday, May 26, to observe the holiday in remembrance of those U.S. military members:
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Temple Isaiah holds memorial service to honor D.C. terror victims
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Temple Isaiah held a memorial service on Friday to memorialize the two Israeli embassy staff members who were shot and killed outside a Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. For community members, a heartbreaking reminder of a pattern seen too often. “It’s sad but unfortunately not unexpected. There’s a lot of
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Study shows Palm Springs International Airport brings billions into economy; creates thousands of jobs
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – According to a new study, Palm Springs International Airport generates 2.5 billion dollars into our regional economy, while supporting more than 18,000 jobs. The “2025 Economic Impact Study” was commissioned by the airport, which also found that PSP generated 864 million dollars in wages paid, with 382 million dollars in
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FBI: Palm Springs bombing suspect had history of clinic attack ideation
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – New details have emerged about Guy Edward Bartkus, the suspect behind the deadly May 17 bombing at a Palm Springs fertility clinic. According to a newly released report from the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force, Bartkus had previously expressed ideations of attacking clinics. Investigators say he held anti-natalist beliefs —
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Minor Cooling, but Warm & Gusty for Memorial Day Weekend
A minor cooling trend will continue into Memorial Day weekend across the lower deserts as a trough sets up over the region. Gusty winds will be a key feature–especially in the mountains, deserts and the Coachella Valley, especially through Saturday, with widespread gusts 25-40mph possible. We’ll see the strongest winds through the San Gorgonio Pass,
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Parents considering legal action after field trip bus chaos in Palm Desert; charter company goes silent
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Parents of elementary school students stranded on the side of the road during a field trip meltdown are now speaking with attorneys and considering legal action after what they describe as a traumatic and negligent ordeal. The incident happened Wednesday evening as a private charter bus – contracted by Desert
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Locals, business owners weigh in on closing Arenas Road in light of Palm Springs terrorist attack
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Talks over closing the Arenas District main road for safety reasons have circulated for years but are coming to a head now in light of the recent terrorist attack. Several people have floated the idea of making Arenas Road pedestrian only to prevent risks to public safety. News Channel 3
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Beaumont man arrested in connection with baby’s death
SAN JACINTO, Calif. (KESQ) – A Beaumont man has been arrested in connection with the death of a four-month-old baby. The suspect, a 40-year-old man, was identified as an associate of the victim’s family. He was arrested Friday afternoon and remains in custody at the Larry Smith Correctional Facility. He has not been officially charged,
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Desert X 2025 art installations extended
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert X installations by four artists in the 2025 exhibition, which officially closed on May 11, will remain on view alongside works from prior editions, giving visitors a last chance to experience Desert X over Memorial Day weekend and through the summer and early fall. Now on view through and including June
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