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Woman distributes free Narcan on ‘Save a Life Day’ to protect at-risk communities
In honor of “Save a Life Day,” one local woman is on a mission to distribute free Narcan kits, helping to prevent opioid overdose deaths in vulnerable populations. Athena Huss, began handing out kits at a local church from 7 to 10 a.m. on Thursday. Narcan, a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses, is becoming
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Tracking excessive heat for the foreseeable future and the impacts of Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene is quickly approaching the Florida Panhandle. Rapid intensification has allowed the storm to intensify to a category 4 storm within the last hour (as of 4 PM this afternoon). Landfall is expected to occur sometime this evening, so stay with KESQ for the latest updates. An Excessive Heat Warning will take effect tomorrow
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Local students receive September ‘Do the Right Thing’ awards
Some local students are being recognized with this month’s “Do the Right Thing” award which is a partnership between Palm Springs police and News Channel 3. Congratulations to Joseph Knudsen, Samuel Hathaway, Noel Castaneda, Christian Velez Reyes, and Aria Johnson. The students were chosen for their positive attitudes and contributions to the community. If you
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Golden State Readers spreading awareness for book bans, local students #BreaktheTape
This week, students from the Palm Valley School are raising awareness for banned books with a campaign called #BreaktheTape Anais Lee, Mirabelle Lee and Abby Assefa are all a part of the Golden State Readers, a youth-led organization of California freedom to read advocates, and they’re heading the campaign at their school. The Break the
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College of the Desert advances search for new Superintendent/President
The groundwork has been laid for College of the Desert’s search for a new superintendent/president. This comes after a series of listening sessions with the community on what they expect from the new superintendent. The current interim superintendent/president, Laura Hope, recently announced she will not be applying for the permanent position. COD’s board has now
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Local doctors urge prevention ahead of flu season following record deaths among children
199 child flu deaths were reported during the 2023-24 flu season, matching a previous record high in 2019-20. Concerns are growing as another flu season approaches. Last year, a child died as a result of the flu in the Coachella Valley. Medical experts say the best way to reduce flu illness is getting your child
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Near-record heat continues into the weekend
We hit 114 yesterday, tying a 1947 heat record for the date. Today, highs again expect to meet or exceed record levels, so be prepared for hot weather to continue. High pressure remains the central feature on the weather map, keeping temperatures hotter than normal through much of next week. Presently, an Excessive Heat Warning
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District 4 Candidate David Rios defends his actions in resurfaced video capturing confrontation
District 4 Palm Springs City Council candidate, David Rios is offering an explanation to a video capturing a confrontation between him and another man that’s been circulating. He says the video has been “selectively edited” to portray him as an aggressor. The video was taken in March of last year and has resurfaced in the
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Trial underway in the 2017 murders of Indio couple
The trial against two of four suspects accused in a 2017 double murder was underway this week with opening statements beginning on Tuesday. Aaron Bernal and Adilene Casteneda were accused of murdering Jonathan Reynoso and Audrey Moran. The two victims were reported missing in 2017; their skeletal remains were found three years later. On Wednesday,
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Programa de prevención a la violencia doméstica en el valle de Coachella
El Centro Educativo del Sol o mejor conocido como “SOL NEC” es una organización involucrada en varios programas como la salud y educación. Pero, también funciona como una barrera de prevención a la violencia doméstica, ofreciendo recursos y eventos comunitarios. Beatriz Olvera, es una mujer que dedica su tiempo a ayudar a las mujeres que
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FIND Food Bank helps combat food insecurity in the Coachella Valley for Hunger Action Month
Every September, food banks across the nation raise awareness about Hunger Action Month. Here in the Coachella Valley, FIND Food Bank partners with local organizations, distributing free meals to 125,000 people monthly. “When you just look at the numbers, and the amount of population we have here and the need for food, everybody has a
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Weather Insider: Tracking Hurricane Helene
The First Alert Weather Team is very closely monitoring Hurricane Helene and its imminent impacts on the United States. As of 5 PM Wednesday, Helene is a category 1 hurricane and has entered the Gulf of Mexico. Helene is expected to grow in both size and strength in the coming hours as it moves through
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Local high school girls embracing new opportunity in inaugural flag football season
The sport of flag football is on the rise in the country, and we are seeing that here in the valley with girls high school teams. This year, there are six new teams – Indio, La Quinta, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage Shadow Hills, and Xavier Prep. Girls flag football is one of the fastest growing
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City of Palm Desert host Emergency Readiness Expo event
The City of Palm Desert hosted an Emergency Readiness Expo for Coachella Valley families Wednesday at the Palm Desert Library. According to FEMA, nearly half of Americans say they aren’t prepared for a disaster. The community event aimed to help residents prepare for emergencies and become knowledgeable of local resources and safety practices. The Expo
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Above-normal temperatures persist across the desert
Palm Springs reached 114° this afternoon, tying the record set in 1947. Although the ridge of high pressure delivering the heat has shifted to the east, it’s still having a big influence on Southern California’s weather. An Excessive Heat Warning will take effect for the Coachella Valley beginning at 10 AM on Friday. High temperatures
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Fundraising efforts continue for Palm Desert mother who suffered brain aneurysm in Texas
Earlier this month, News Channel Three reported on the fundraising efforts to bring home Melissa Garcia-Wolensky, after she suffered a brain aneurysm in Texas. She has two sons and two daughters. The Wolensky family are well-known Firebirds fans. After visiting Texas to see one of her sons graduate from Air Force Basic Training in San
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