McCallum Theatre Presents: Jon Lovitz
The show is on Saturday, September 13th at 8 p.m.
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Pediatrician offers advice to keep students healthy this school year
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As students across the Coachella Valley head back to school, local doctors are reminding parents that a healthy start is key to a successful academic year. Dr. Rebecca Ward from the Desert Regional Medical Center’s Family Medicine Center emphasizes the importance of scheduling annual physicals and making sure children’s immunizations are
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Tracking monsoonal moisture today and lingering through the weekend
Good morning! It’s another extremely hot day here in the Coachella Valley and the broader Southwest region. The Extreme Heat Warning remains in place through Saturday evening as temperatures continue to reach dangerous levels. We are also tracking an increase of monsoonal moisture into the region. In the days ahead, the monsoonal moisture will help
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2025 high school football season starts with three local teams in respective opener
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The 2025 high school football season is officially underway. Ball is back! The 2025 high school football season gets underway TONIGHT with three local teams in action. We'll have highlights, scores and much more from all three games! 🏈🏟️📺 pic.twitter.com/Qzs73mF7CK— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) August 21, 2025 Thursday featured three local
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Local assemblymembers speak out against California redistricting after passage
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) — The California State Assembly and Senate have greenlit Governor Gavin Newsom’s redistricting plan. On Thursday, the majority-Democrat Assembly approved the plan 57-20, sending it to the Senate where it then passed 30-8. Among the no votes were District 36 Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez, District 47 Assemblyman Greg Wallis and District 19 Senator
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Hot and Humid with Weekend Storm Potential
The extreme heat continues across the Coachella Valley as strong high pressure maintains it’s hold over the region. This keeps highs well into the one-teens through the weekend. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Saturday at 8 pm, so continue to take heat safety precautions–this is the time when heat-related illnesses significantly increase.
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Charges filed against suspects in Cathedral City shooting that killed 13-year-old boy
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Two men accused in the deadly shooting of a 13-year-old boy last week in Cathedral City have been officially charged with murder. James Ian Carter, 19, and Christian Arturo Milward Idelfonso, 18, were arrested in connection with the shooting on Tuesday in San Diego, police said. Both suspects were charged Thursday
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Drowning reported at canal in Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Crews are conducting recovery efforts after a drowning incident at a canal in Indio, police said Thursday afternoon. The incident was first reported just before 11:30 a.m. near Avenue 44, west of Dillon Road. “The Riverside County Sheriff’s Dive Team is on scene to recover the body,” reads a post by
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In-Depth: How AI is changing curriculum as teachers use it to personalize learning, combat cheating
It is the dawn of artificial intelligence. And already — kids are using it in their daily lives. But educational policies and standards at large have not caught up to the dramatic rise of AI and how students are using it, whether for good or bad. “In my math classes, people cheat with AI, and it’s really invasive
Continue Reading Reportan ahogamiento en canal de Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Los equipos de rescate están realizando labores de recuperación tras un ahogamiento en un canal de Indio, informó la policía el jueves por la tarde. El incidente se reportó poco antes de las 11:30 a. m. cerca de la Avenida 44, al oeste de Dillon Road. “El Equipo de Buceo del Sheriff del
Continue Reading Se presentan cargos contra sospechosos del tiroteo en Cathedral City que mató a un niño de 13 años
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Dos hombres acusados del tiroteo mortal de un niño de 13 años la semana pasada en Cathedral City han sido acusados oficialmente de asesinato. James Ian Carter, de 19 años, y Christian Arturo Milward Idelfonso, de 18, fueron arrestados en relación con el tiroteo ocurrido el martes en San Diego, informó la
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La ciudad de Coachella continúa con sus proyectos “Coachella Prospera” ofreciendo energía solar gratuita a los residentes de la zona
COACHELLA, Calif. (KUNA) – Coachella Prospera es un proyecto municipal que busca crear una comunidad resiliente y equitativa. El proyecto trabaja en la planificación de vecindarios, el desarrollo infantil saludable y el apoyo a la comunidad de adultos mayores. Parte de esto incluye la provisión de recursos para vivienda y programas comunitarios como la energía solar.
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Documentos judiciales: Orden de alejamiento presentada contra el padre del bebé desaparecido de Cabazon
CONDADO DE RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KUNA) Documentos judiciales revisados por nuestra estación hermana News Channel 3 muestran que Isabel González presentó una orden de alejamiento por violencia doméstica contra su exesposo, Jake Mitchell Haro. La solicitud, presentada el 19 de agosto en el tribunal de familia de Riverside, también busca la protección del hijo de la pareja. La
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Efforts underway to restore land damaged by Rosa Fire
RIBBONWOOD, Calif. (KESQ) – The damage from the Rosa Fire is still clearly visible along Pine View Drive — blackened trees, scorched soil, and trails layered with ash. But now, there are boots on the ground, as local groups begin the long road to recovery. Friends of the Desert Mountains, along with local partners, are
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Líneas telefónicas caídas en DSUSD y CVUSD
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KUNA) – Los distritos escolares unificados de Coachella Valley y Desert Sands están trabajando para solucionar los problemas con las líneas telefónicas. Las autoridades del distrito informaron que actualmente están experimentando problemas con las llamadas entrantes y salientes. Para necesidades urgentes, envíe un correo electrónico directamente a la escuela de su hijo/a.
Continue Reading Court Docs: Restraining order filed against father of missing Cabazon baby
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) Court documents reviewed by News Channel 3 show that Isabel Gonzalez has filed a domestic violence restraining order against her ex-husband, Jake Mitchell Haro. The request, filed Aug. 19 in Riverside family court, also seeks protection for the couple’s son. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Sept. 9. According
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Fight over desert future: New lawsuit targets 100-Cabin resort near Joshua Tree National Park
TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — A new lawsuit has been filed against the City of Twentynine Palms over its approval of the controversial Ofland Hotel, a 100-unit luxury resort planned less than a mile from Joshua Tree National Park. The Center for Biological Diversity and Indian Cove Neighbors filed suit Wednesday in San Bernardino County
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Indio conmemorará el 9-11 con una ceremonia y un artefacto de la tragedia del World Trade Center
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – La ciudad de Indio invita a la comunidad a unirse a una ceremonia conmemorativa el jueves 11 de septiembre a las 9:00 a. m. en el parque Miles Avenue de Indio. El evento honrará a los socorristas y al personal militar, así como a las vidas perdidas en los trágicos sucesos del
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California Democrats approve Newsom’s redistricting plan after Texas House passes GOP-drawn maps
By Arit John, Eric Bradner, Arlette Saenz, Ethan Cohen, CNN (CNN) — California Democrats passed a trio of redistricting bills Thursday, a day after Republicans in the Texas House passed new maps of their own. Taken together, the package of bills backed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom will ask voters to replace the state’s current
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