PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Nearly one year after the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing, local first responders are being honored for their courage and quick action. The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Police and Fire Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, reflecting on a day that shook Palm Springs. “Our firefighters, before getting toned out
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The family of Liam Cantu, a 14-year-old that was hit and killed by an alleged drunk driver last year, is continuing their calls for justice after a court hearing today. Jose Villegas Orbe, the 47-year-old driver accused of killing Cantu, appeared in Indio court Thursday for a felony settlement conference
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It’s another warm but very comfortable day here in the valley. Temperatures again are hovering around 100°F. The record for the day is 100°, so we are waiting on official confirmation from the weather service to see if we have tied or broken the record for the day. Temperatures will stay moderate throughout the evening,
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Rebecca Haro’s preliminary hearing has been set for May 29 to determine if there is enough evidence to move the case forward against her in connection with the death of her son, Emmanuel Haro.
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VALLE DE COACHELLA, Calif. (KUNA) – Debido a la sorpresiva ola de calor que azota al sur de California diversos trabajadores se han visto obligados a modificar drasticamente su horario de trabajo. Como es el caso de los comerciantes ambulantes o negocios como food trucks, “Aquí en el Valle pues ya sabemos que siempre es
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures rise across Coachella Valley, local officials are warning residents and hikers that rattlesnake season is underway. Increased snake activity is common during the warmer months, bringing a higher chance of encounters along popular trails and desert paths. Wildlife experts emphasize that rattlesnake are not aggressive by nature and
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High pressure remains the dominant force in our forecast, pushing temps to near records today and into the weekend. The record today is 100, I expect a high of 99. That broad ridge of high pressure remains intact through Sunday, then starts to break down into next week. Tomorrow is special day as we celebrate
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This week is another warmer-than-usual week here in the Coachella Valley. However, it is much more comfortable than last week. These temperatures come as a result of a dominant ridge of high pressure over the Southwestern U.S. Over the coming days, the ridge will gradually shift eastward. Highs will remain above average, roughly near 100°F,
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Coachella is beginning its search for a new mayor. It comes one night after former Mayor Steven Hernandez resigned after pleading guilty to one felony count of conflict of interest. Dr. Frank Figueroa, Coachella Mayor Pro Tem, said council members now have 60 days to appoint someone to
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – The San Francisco 49ers will be taking on the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia this fall at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, according to the NFL on Wednesday. The NFL has been slowly announcing its international matchups for the 2026-27 season, with eight other games yet to be announced. The 49ers
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds have ignited a three-game winning streak and started their four-game homestand on top. The Firebirds took on the Calgary Wranglers at Acrisure Arena, defeating the Wranglers 5-2. The Wranglers started the game out on top and even with the Firebirds in terms of offensive opportunities, as
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Mark Morocco has been a Dodgers fan for his whole life. He says his love for the team came from his mother who was born in the Pasadena area, down the street from Dodgers Stadium and he grew up going to the game since he was around four or five
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – A thump, screeching tires, and a stop. That’s the future of bringing pursuits to an end – or preventing them altogether – and it’s all thanks to a new tool being rolled out by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. The department said it began testing the Grappler system last March. It
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Some high school students are sending their talents to new heights. The Rancho Mirage Aviation Club is lifting up the next generation of aerospace engineers, pilots, and drone operators when they’re needed the most. The six-week Aviation Pathway Pilot Program is the first of its kind for the Palm Springs
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs has reported a spike in tourism, with hotel bookings increasing 2.7% since last year, according to Visit Greater Palm Springs. “We were pleasantly surprised. This quarter one for us has been the best we’ve seen since we’ve been open, which is almost nine years,” says Christine Delgado, director
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CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – Firefighters rapidly contained the Almond Fire, a 21-acre vegetation fire sparked by an RV in Cabazon, preventing damage and injuries. Crews used engines and hand teams to stop the spread, allowing evacuation orders to be lifted soon after. Officials say the fast response kept the fire from growing larger, but warn
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Experts estimate gas prices have raised more than $1.20 a gallon since the start of the war in Iran. Now it’s raising the question on if some are considering taking public transportation, carpooling, or even cycling to beat the costs. It’s a story News Channel 3 has followed for weeks, documenting how
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