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Spencer Blum
Meteorologist Spencer Blum was born and raised in South Florida. He developed a deep love for the weather at an early age after living through Hurricane Wilma. Spencer attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology with a minor in Mathematics. You can always find him cheering on
Continue ReadingEx-Philippines leader to go on trial over dozens of murders committed when he was mayor and president
By The Associated Press (AP) — Judges at the International Criminal Court on Thursday confirmed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drug crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office. A three-judge panel found unanimously there were “substantial grounds” to believe the ex-leader was responsible for dozens of murders,
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Stagecoach returns to the desert, bringing surge in alcohol sales and party crowds
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — After two weekends of Coachella, country music fans are trading in flower crowns for cowboy boots as they head back to the desert for Stagecoach. With the highly anticipated festival set to kick off this weekend, many festivalgoers are preparing in more ways than one including stocking up on alcohol before
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Electronic speed signs approved to curb speeding on Toledo Avenue
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The city has approved a $30,000 traffic calming plan for Toledo Avenue, aiming to address ongoing concerns about speeding in the neighborhood. The project will fund the installation of two electronic speed feedback signs—one on each side of South Toledo Avenue between East Sierra Way and Madrona Drive. City officials
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Dispute over Anza duck sanctuary deepens as co-buyer describes disturbing conditions
Howard Berkowitz is facing allegations of overcrowding and improper husbandry after Riverside County Department of Animal Services accepted the voluntary relinquishment of nearly 500 ducks from his Anza property, as well as a dispute with the Yang family over a property deal gone wrong.
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Dr. Frank Figueroa talks transition, priorities in first interview since being named mayor
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Coachella has a new mayor. In his first interview since being named mayor, Dr. Frank Figueroa spoke to News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson about his priorities, leadership approach and how he plans to move the city forward. He was appointed during Wednesday night’s city council meeting and sworn in
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La Quinta celebrating city’s 44th birthday with a free, family-friendly bash
LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of La Quinta is celebrating its 44th birthday this weekend with a free family-friendly bash at the Civic Center campus, and the event also aims to help an important cause. The event will be held on Saturday, April 25 at 9 a.m. at Civic Center Campus on 78495
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Dining Out For Life event returns
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Dining Out For Life returns to the Coachella Valley on Thursday, April 23. Participating restaurants will donate between 33% and 100% of their sales to DAP Health, supporting HIV testing, treatment, and prevention services. The event has a strong local impact. Last year, more than 20,000 diners helped raise nearly
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78-year-old man detained after allegedly shooting at son in Cathedral City
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A 78-year-old man is facing charges after discharging a firearm in a Cathedral City home, nearly injuring his son, police said. The incident was first reported at around 10:30 p.m. on the 68100 block of Tortuga Road, near Avenida La Paz. Police said the man fired the gun at his
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Human skull found in remote desert in Twentynine Palms
TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – An investigation is underway after a human skull was found in Twentynine Palms. The skull was found on Wednesday morning by a hiker in a desert area near Adobe Road and Baseline Road, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail responded
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Judicial candidate forum on May 4 in Palm Desert
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County voters will have to choose between three attorneys for their next judge, all of whom are women. The three candidates are vying for a single seat in the upcoming June election, and an upcoming judicial candidate forum in Palm Desert will help voters make their decision, hosted by
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US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid
CNN By Hannah Rabinowitz, Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — A US special forces soldier involved in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was arrested and charged for allegedly betting on that operation, netting him $400,000 in profits. According to an indictment unsealed Thursday, Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke opened an account in late
Continue ReadingPlane that crashed on busy Florida highway had engine problems that were not found during maintenance weeks before, NTSB says
By Aaron Cooper, CNN (CNN) — The National Transportation Safety Board says “extensive corrosion… consistent with exposure to a saltwater environment” caused both engines of a Bombardier Challenger 600 charter jet to stop working at virtually the same time, leading the pilots to crash land on a busy Florida highway. Problems with the engines were
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RivCo Dept of Animal Services 2025 report highlights improvements
Riverside, Calif. (KESQ) – Efforts to slash the number of impounded dogs and cats who are euthanized in Riverside County animal shelters are gradually paying off, according to a report released today by the Department of Animal Services. “When I joined as Director in 2025, I understood the challenges facing one of the nation’s largest
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US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid
By Hannah Rabinowitz, Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — A US special forces soldier involved in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was arrested and charged for allegedly betting on that operation, netting him $400,000 in profits. According to an indictment unsealed Thursday, Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke opened an account in late December
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Journalist files lawsuit against Imperial County over records request
Jessamyn Dodd IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – The First Amendment Coalition has filed a lawsuit on behalf of freelance investigative reporter Joey Scott, seeking the release of records related to the county’s dealings with federal immigration agencies. The lawsuit was filed after the county refused to provide documents requested by Scott under the California Public
Continue ReadingWildfire worries, psychedelic drugs, Spotify milestone: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, Toni Odejimi, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! What could go wrong when trying to touch the genitals of a 16th‑century statue during a bachelorette trip? A lot, apparently. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day. 5 things 1️⃣ Dire conditions The worst spring drought on record
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How would an assassination attempt be ‘staged’?
By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — The image was instantly iconic: Donald Trump, moments after an attempt on his life, is surrounded by Secret Service agents attempting to rush him to a car. Face bloodied, he takes a defiant turn toward his supporters and pumps a fist into the air. An American flag waves in
Continue Reading1 killed, at least 5 injured including ‘some innocent people,’ after shootout at Louisiana mall, police say
WAFB, CNN By Cindy Von Quednow, Ashley Killough, Isabel Rosales, CNN (CNN) — One person was killed and at least five others were injured after an apparent argument led to a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge on Thursday, police said. Five people are in custody. “Two groups of people got into
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