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The Palm Springs Police Department recognizing Pedestrian Safety Month in September
In 2024, KESQ has reported a number of fatal pedestrian crashes. And across California, pedestrian deaths make up more than 27% of all traffic-related fatalities. According to projections from the Governors Highway Safety Association, 7,318 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes across the United States in 2023. In the Valley, pedestrian safety is key especially ahead of
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Gradual drying with sharply cooler temps later this week
Expect another hot and humid day, but changes are one the way. Winds will increase into Tuesday, which will likely increase the smoke and haze conditions for the Valley. Air quality concerns linger through tomorrow as smoke from nearby wildfires will continue to negatively impact air quality. Highs today remain well above average, approaching 112
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Tracking nearby thunderstorms and fires ahead of sharp change in weather this week
We are closely monitoring the Line Fire near Highland. So far it has grown to over 17,000 acres. Thankfully, the nearby thunderstorms over the weekend have aided firefighters in their efforts. The data seen in the graphic below are as of 4 PM Sunday from the San Bernardino Airport, a few miles from the fire.
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Highland residents react to fast-spreading Line Fire
The Line Fire continued to burn Sunday evening and had consumed 20,553 acres of land with firefighters reporting 0% containment. The fire broke out Thursday afternoon in Highland. Residents close to the flames shared their reactions. “I’ve packed and re-packed several times,” Terri Chin said. “It’s made me anxious.” Brandy Burton said her family lives
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DCA’s Jesse Snellenberger earns play of the week honors for touchdown catch
We’ve got four nominees for Week 3’s play of the week! Vote for your favorite below: Voting ends Monday at 2 pm. Blake Arthur will announce the winner during our 6PM newscast on Monday.
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Mountain storms possible again today as hot and humid weekend continues
More hot and humid conditions are on tap today as we round out the weekend! These conditions helped produce some storms for our friends in the mountains and High Desert yesterday, and it’s possible that we’ll see more of these isolated thunderstorms forming again this afternoon. Moisture remains elevated across the Coachella Valley. Most communities
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Tracking mountain storms and humid weather
We have been tracking numerous thunderstorms over our local mountains throughout this afternoon. Of course, this is due to the big increase in monsoonal moisture that moved in last night. Tomorrow will be fairly similar with another chance for storms over the mountains. On the bright side, the elevated moisture is holding back our afternoon
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Cross country runners honor Border Patrol agent in first memorial meet
The inaugural Agent Alejandro Flores Memorial Cross Country Classic is Saturday at the Eldorado Polo Club in Indio. 12 local high schools participated in the event, with both lower-level and varsity races. According to the organizers social media post, heat precautions are being taken very seriously. To prioritize safety, race organizers have reduced the lower-level
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Hot and humid weekend ahead
We have a hot and humid weekend lined up for us here in the Coachella Valley! The extra humidity will help us cool down slightly, so it won’t be quite as hot as the final few days of last week. You may notice the humidity as you step outside this morning. Dew point temperatures on
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Car crashes into pole causing outage impacting hundreds of La Quinta customers
A crash caused an outage that at one point impacted nearly 1,400 customers Friday night in La Quinta. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, a vehicle crashed into a power pole at around 8:10 p.m. on Calle Tecate and Avenida Ramirez. Authorities said the driver was medically evaluated at the scene. No arrests were
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Neighborhood Heroes: Monique Moreria, executive director of Atria Senior Living
People throughout our community are changing lives every day and News Channel 3 is celebrating Neighborhood Heroes! This time we’re highlighting Monique Moreria, who runs an assisted-living and memory-care facility in Palm Desert. News Channel 3’s Allie Anthony visited with Moreria and her team to hear about the impact she’s having on the lives of
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El calor excesivo afecta a los trabajadores al aire libre
Las temperaturas siguen alcanzando los tres dígitos en el Valle de Coachella a pesar de la ola de calor en el sur de California, la gente sigue trabajando. Con temperaturas superando los 115 grados días pasados y con alerta de calor hasta esta noche los que más están sufriendo con el agobiante calor son los
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BLSS: Desert Hot Springs remains undefeated, highlights from Week 3 of high school football
We’re onto week 3 of the local football season. Friday, September 6 Eisenhower – 14@Palm Springs – 35FEldorado – 12@Coachella Valley – 48FCitrus Hill – 12@Desert Hot Springs – 22FDesert Christian Academy – 14@Desert Mirage – 21FSerrano – 52@Yucca Valley – 28FRancho Mirage – 16@Tahquitz – 13FIndio – 0@Barstow – 35FShadow Hills – 17@Yucaipa –
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National Food Bank Day shines spotlight on rising food insecurity in the Coachella Valley
Friday marked National Food Bank Day, a day to honor the volunteers and food bank workers helping to end food insecurity. Food banks are a critical resource in our desert cities. According to Find Food Bank about 1 in 6 people experience food insecurity here in the Coachella Valley. People are encouraged to participate in National Food Bank
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Trial date confirmed for one of two suspects in Cathedral City homicide
A judge today confirmed an upcoming trial date for one of two men accused of killing a 24-year-old man in Cathedral City in 2020. Johnny Ramirez, 31, of Escondido in San Diego County, was charged with a count of murder and a sentence-enhancing allegation of using a weapon during a felony, according to court
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Margaritaville Palm Springs could rebrand as historic Riviera Resort once again
The historic Riviera Resort brand is expected to soon make its return to Palm Springs. The Margaritaville Hotel and Resort in Palm Springs is expected to rebrand as The Riviera Hotel in late September. Management Changes Steven Grant, Margaritaville Resort Director of Sales and Marketing, said Apollo currently owns the hotel. “They’re the real estate
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Monsoonal moisture moves in this weekend bringing an end to the excessive heat
Excessive Heat Warnings remain in place across a wide swath of the Southwest, including right here in the Coachella Valley. For us, the Excessive Heat Warning will expire at 8:00 PM this evening. This is because monsoonal moisture will move in this weekend, helping lower our temperatures. However, many other areas to our west will
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