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Indio provides traffic information ahead of Festival season
The Indio Police department is informing residents about the traffic updates as we get closer to festival season. Police say Avenue 50 between Madison and Monroe will have limited access starting March 27th through May 8th. “And all these years, we learn what works, what doesn’t work, and it’s a never done plan because there’s
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How road closures are impacting local businesses
The storm that The First Alert Weather Team has been tracking has already made an impact on valley roads. East Vista Chino Road, Gene Autry Trail and North Indian Canyon Drive are all familiar thoroughfares that closed due to low-visibility caused by blowing dust and sand on Monday. These roads have all closed again due
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Desert Regional Medical Center offers Educational Outreach Programs
Desert Regional Medical Center (DRMC) has several Educational Outreach Programs to teach locals what to do in certain situations. Some of the programs include Stop the Bleed, Pedestrian Safety, and Preventing a Fall. Stop the Bleed is a program that teaches individuals what to do if they are caught in an active shooter situation, and
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‘For the students’ CVUSD, Teachers’ Association react after reaching impasse in salary negotiations
Salary negotiations between the Coachella Valley Unified School District and the Coachella Valley Teachers Association (CVTA) remain stalled. Both parties reached an impasse on Friday regarding salary negotiations. It’s an issue that’s been on the table for months now. On Monday, some teachers and parents came together to discuss and brainstorm the next steps toward
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Gov. Newsom visits Salton Sea for update on lithium production
Governor Gavin Newsom joined local leaders Monday morning for a visit to Imperial Valley. Newsom visited a Geothermal Plant near the beleaguered Salton Sea to get an update on progress being made toward lithium production. “We’re witnessing another moment in history with the creation of California Silicon Valley right here,” Newsom said. Watch his full
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First Alert Weather Alert Tuesday into Wednesday morning as another winter storm moves in
Today will be fairly mild but another strong winter storm is bearing down on California. A cold front and low pressure system will drop down in the state this evening bringing gust winds, mountain snow and significant rain to the region. A First Alert Weather Alert will be in place all day Tuesday until 7
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DRMC becomes the first Level 1 Trauma Center in Coachella Valley
Desert Regional Medical Center (DRMC) is being upgraded from a level two trauma center to a level one, bringing a more extensive level of care for its patients. Dr. Paul Wesniewski, the DRMC Trauma Services Medical Director, said with this move, there are very few times patients will have to leave the Coachella Valley for
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Carlos Alcaraz defeats Daniil Medvedev to take Indian Wells title and top spot in world rankings
After falling in the 2022 semifinals to fellow countryman and tennis legend Rafa Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz earns his first title at Indian Wells. California Carlos 🌴🏆@carlosalcaraz does not drop a set en route to winning a maiden Indian Wells title. He snaps Medvedev’s 19-match win streak 6-3, 6-2.#TennisParadise pic.twitter.com/0rVX4s9JMP— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 20,
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More rain, wind, and snow ahead
Spotty showers continue across the region today with additional snow for our local mountains. This is just a precursor to the next big event coming our way on Tuesday. A First Alert Weather Alert has been issued ahead of widespread rain for the valley and surrounding areas. Due to expect rainfall totals around a half
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Fashion Week El Paseo highlights a youth emergency crisis center at their fashion show
During Fashion Week El Paseo, Michael Costello returns with his latest couture collection. As the fashion show commences in the valley, a local agency will benefit financially from the show. Benefiting Charity: SafeHouse of the Desert “We’re very proud and honored to have been chosen,” says Julie Hale, the Fund Development Director of Safehouse of the Desert.
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Elena Rybakina crowned as first-time champion at Indian Wells
After two weeks of world-class tennis, we have a new winner in Indian Wells. ELENA RYBAKINA – 2023 BNP Paribas Open Women’s Singles Champion On-court post match interview with 2023 women’s singles @BNPPARIBASOPEN champion Elena Rybakina. @KESQ @Tarp1969 @IndianWellsCA #TennisParadise pic.twitter.com/BEQPdpvU4u— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) March 19, 2023 A title so good, she had to smile
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Cloudier today, more rain ahead
We saw plenty of sunshine yesterday but heavier cloud cover is expected today due to increased moisture. Light rainfall remains possible for our local mountains and for areas west of the valley like San Bernardino today. Rainfall is more likely to develop on the valley floor overnight Sunday through Monday evening. Rain will remain light
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