Highs hit 85 in Palm Springs yesterday and 84 in Thermal, both besting previous records from 1985. We’ll be close that again today and records are in jeopardy as high pressure continues to push the Jetstream FAR to the North, allowing the Western U.S. to see hotter than normal conditions, while the Eastern U.S. will
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12am Update: We tied the daytime high record and broke the record for warmest overnight low. Previous discussion: Santa Ana winds gradually decrease through Thursday morning, but locally breezy east to northeasterly winds and low relative humidity lingers, leading to elevated fire weather conditions–especially along the Coast. Currently much of Los Angeles and Ventura counties
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds lost to the San Jose Barracuda on Wednesday at Acrisure Arena. The Firebirds wasted no time to start the scoring. Logan Morrison scored only 34 seconds off the left circle in the opening period. we take the lead within the first min of the game 😎 pic.twitter.com/0ufWh6Mjo3— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds)
Continue ReadingSome local students are being recognized with this month’s “Do the Right Thing” award, which is a partnership between Palm Springs Police and News Channel 3. Congratulations to: Andres Muro, Painted Hills Middle School Diego Zetina Espinoza, Palm Springs High School Livana Brown, Rancho Mirage High School Jesse Villa, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Olivia Estrada-Keat,
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The lawyer representing victims of a police motorcycle crash during the Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade discussed the injuries sustained by their clients and confirmed they’ve been in communication with the Palm Springs City Attorney’s Office. Stefano Formica, the attorney for the victims, confirmed in an interview on Wednesday that his firm is still
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There’s an uptick in Influenza cases in Riverside County. Coachella Valley health officials are reporting long wait times in hospitals and clinics. “We’ve seen a significant increase in Influenza A,” David Romness, MD Eisenhower Health said. Many patients said they’re searching for alternatives. Health officials recommend using telehealth services or visiting urgent care for mild symptoms to
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Fighting crime in Palm Springs is reaching new heights, with the help of drone technology. For some time now, Palm Springs PD have used drones in a limited capacity to locate missing persons or in search and rescue cases. But now, a new initiative hopes to advance the technology. If approved, the Drone First Responders
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During Tuesday’s PSUSD board meeting, two Cathedral City High School students claimed a teacher was drunk and others nowhere to be found when a student suffered a medical emergency. This all occurred on a trip to Disneyland last month, November 3, for an ASB leadership conference. The students were accompanied by their two teachers and
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The City of Palm Desert hosted a special event Wednesday, featuring the Traveling 9/11 Memorial Painting, a tribute to the lives lost and heroic efforts of Sept. 11, 2001. The event included a live demonstration by the painting’s custodian, who delivered the artwork to Fire Station 33. Fire Chief Beverlin, city leaders, local first responders, and community
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Santa Ana Winds continue today but will gradually ease through the afternoon and evening. The winds are the result of a large ridge of high pressure across the Western states. The gusty winds peaked overnight, but fire danger is still quite high throughout SoCal, especially in the mountains and coastal areas near Los Angeles. A
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The holidays are an exciting time for most, but they can also be a cause of stress and anxiety. Financial pressures, family commitments, and holiday preparations can take a toll on mental health, focus, and even sleep.  According to a survey by Sleepopolis, 81% of people are more stressed during the holiday season and 30% of
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Unusually warm with above-normal temperatures for Palm Springs and most of the Coachella Valley this week thanks to high-pressure over Northern Nevada. This keeps temperatures in the region 10-15 degrees above average, with highs climbing to the low 80s today and for most of the week–especially in our Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Rancho Mirage
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Palm Springs point guard Jayse Creavalle is this week’s student-athlete of the week. Jayse Creavalle has really done it all here at Palm Springs High School. He’s a three-year starter and a three-time first-team, all-league player, but head coach Chris Howard knew he would be a star from the jump. “I mean, just as far
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Proposition 31, which bans flavored tobacco products will officially go into effect in the new year. It’s already illegal for retailers to sell tobacco to anyone under 21. The ban doesn’t make it a crime to possess such products but retailers who sold them to kids could be fined up to $250. The ban, which
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Lights and sirens activated. Local law enforcement on a mission to spread joy to those who also keep the community safe — healthcare workers. From Indio to Palm Springs, Eisenhower to Desert Regional, officers paraded through the valley to show their appreciation. Local healthcare workers say they appreciate the community coming together to cheer them
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Six people were injured following a three-vehicle crash in Palm Springs Tuesday afternoon. The crash happened on Indian Canyon near Garnet Avenue. N Indian Canyon is closed between Sunrise Parkway and Garnet, just off the Interstate 10 exit. Police said those hurt were transported to the hospital with injuries ranging from minor to moderate. Officers
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Two people were hospitalized, including one with major injuries, after a crash in Indian Wells. The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 3:30 p.m. on Highway 111 and Province Way. Details on the crash were not available. According to CAL FIRE, one patient suffered moderate injuries, and a second sustained major injuries. Both were transported
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Several of the PGA Tour’s top players will take part in the 2025 American Express tournament next month in La Quinta.  Media Day for @theamexgolf on the new-look Stadium Course. Place is so good right now. Firm and fast – just pure as can be. Fun day had by all! @PGAWESTGOLF @KESQ pic.twitter.com/gRLyI1WtHP— Blake Arthur
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