Desert Chat Episode 174
In this entertaining episode of Desert Chat we visit the iconic McCallum theatre as they get ready for their 2026 season. We also head over to La Quinta Legal Docs for some of our legal advice, and much more.
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Coachella Mayor Frank Figueroa speaks on data center future after discussions of moratorium
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – After five hours of public comment against a proposed data center in Wednesday’s Coachella’s City Council meeting, leaders are now discussing a possible moratorium. It comes after months-long pushback from the community against the Coachella Valley Technology Campus, a 450 acre lot containing 6 data centers. Late into the heated meeting,
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Breezy & cooler than normal through tomorrow
An area of low pressure to our North will continue to spin in breezy conditions and keep daytime highs well below normal through tomorrow. Highs today will hover in the lower 80s, similar to yesterday afernoon. Winds are lighter today, but will remain breezy through tomorrow evening. Into the weekend, we warm up, hitting triple
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First Alert Weather Alert Ends Tonight As Winds Slowly Improve
A windy and much cooler pattern sticks around across the Coachella Valley through late week as a strong low pressure system continues to dip into central California. Winds gradually decrease, improving into our evening hours tonight, with calmer winds into our Thursday. Though winds still return tomorrow afternoon and evening–everyone looks to stay below any advisory
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First Alert Weather Alert for gusty winds continues today
Winds have closed two major Wash Roads in Palm Springs (North Indian Canyon and Gene Autry) as gusts reach well into the 30 m.p.h. range. Winds will increase this evening, then ease into tomorrow. A strong area of low pressure pushing across NorCal will keep winds intense and temps well below average through Friday. Temps
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Desert Hot Springs honors two students with street naming ceremony
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A street naming ceremony at Desert Hot Springs for two top students, rewarding their commitment to hard work and achievements. Desert Hot Springs High School senior Joel Ruiz and Mount San Jacinto High School senior Katia Martinez, both honored with a street named after them. Katia is recognized for
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Ciudad de Coachella buscará aplicar moratorias para evitar la construccion de un centro de datos
ACTUALIZACIÓN – 05/28/2026 Ciudad de Coachella, Calif. (KUNA) – Luego de más de 6 horas que duró la reunión del ayuntamiento el pasado 27 de mayo, el concejo voto a favor de retrasar el proyecto que incluiría la instalación de un centro de datos. “Lo que miramos ayer es que no quieren los data centers,
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Crime Stoppers reintroduces itself to the Coachella Valley
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The community program Crime Stoppers wants to reintroduce itself to our valley. It allows people to anonymously report information about criminal activity and wanted fugitives, and there’s often a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke in depth about the program and
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Your Vote 2026: Trump-endorsed Steve Hilton talks California governor race
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – Steve Hilton, the Republican candidate for Governor in California, has been endorsed by President Trump. He talked to News Channel 3’s John White about the issues and the campaign ahead of the June 2nd primary. Hilton is running on lowering taxes, including no state income tax on the first $100,000
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Residents fear nearby abandoned property poses fire risk
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents at a senior community in Cathedral City say they are worried an abandoned neighboring property could pose a serious fire danger. The concern centers around the former KGX Broadcast Center off Dinah Shore Drive — a property covered in dried vegetation and lined with towering tamarisk trees. Elizabeth Cunneff,
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Desert Elite Mavericks “Renegades” team takes D2 Summit title in Orlando
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — “Going into this season we knew that we wanted it more than ever,” said Addison Grey, member of Desert Elite Mavericks “Renegades” team. “We brought three of our four elite teams and they all placed in the top five in the nation with our Renegades taking the top honors, beating
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CHP honors Eisenhower Health employee for helping save woman’s life on I-10
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — The California Highway Patrol honored an Eisenhower Health employee Wednesday for helping save the life of an 81-year-old woman during a medical emergency along Interstate 10. Timothy Morgan was recognized by CHP officials and Eisenhower Health leadership for what they described as professionalism, compassion and a commitment to helping others
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Chris Christensen terminated as Desert Healthcare District CEO, Donna Craig named interim CEO
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Desert Healthcare District Board of Directors voted Tuesday night to terminate CEO Chris Christensen, effective immediately. Donna Craig, DHCD’s Chief Program Officer, who has been with the organization for 21 years, was appointed as interim CEO pending the selection of a permanent successor. Donna Craig Board President Kimberly Barraza
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Autoridades advierten sobre los peligros del golpe de calor pediátrico en vehículos calurosos
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Durante esta temporada de olas de calor extreman cuidar de los menores, especialmente al momento de transportarlos en vehículos, ya que, según un comunicado de prensa del Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de Riverside un promedio de 37 niños en los Estados Unidos mueren cada año a causa de un golpe
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Indio Planning Commission votes to halt controversial ‘Oasis at Indio’ project
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – After months of community debate, environmental review and public outreach the proposed “Oasis at Indio” development went before the Indio Planning Commission Wednesday night for a major vote on the project’s future. In a 3-2 vote, commissioners rejected moving the development to the City Council after reviewing several key components tied
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Restaurant Week returns to Greater Palm Springs
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Restaurant week is returning to Greater Palm Springs, starting Friday, May 29 and will last for 10 days, until June 7. The event will offer residents fine dining experiences at 132 restaurants throughout the valley. Restaurants offer prefixed menus at set price points or special menus. “It’s a great way
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Amazon donates $80,000 to FIND Regional Food Bank
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Amazon and FIND Regional Food Bank are partnering for their fifth annual summer hunger initiative. Officials with FIND say they see their distribution lines spike by 10% in the hot summer months. “We have a lot of kids and we have a lot of families that really struggle through the summertime
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