LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – Alyssa Lopez, a senior distance runner for La Quinta High School track and field is this weeks student-athlete of the week. A title her head coach Brian Ansley says is well deserved. “She deserves it all because she really works hard in the classroom, and of course, on the track,” Ansley
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Shipping disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz have led to an increase in fertilizer costs, as one third of all nitrogen-rich fertilizer shipped globally goes through the Strait of Hormuz. “Locally, the farmers seen about a 10% to 15% increase on their fertilizers, where the global markets increase 50% to 60%,”
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Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez is facing a nine-count grand jury indictment alleging conflict-of-interest violations and perjury tied to city actions and financial disclosure forms, to which he has pleaded not guilty.
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – El alcalde de Coachella, Steven Hernández, se ha declarado culpable de un delito grave por conflicto de intereses. Hernández fue condenado a dos años de libertad condicional, un día de prisión —con el tiempo ya cumplido descontado— y 200 horas de servicios comunitarios, además de multas y tasas. Los ocho cargos
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California drivers could soon face record-breaking pain at the pump as fuel prices continue their steady climb, analysts warn. Ongoing conflict involving Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, sending crude prices higher and rapidly increasing costs at the pump. According to AAA, the state average is $5.82, an increase of
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Highs today will top out in the upper 90s, a few degrees warmer than yesterday’s (very reasonable) 95 temp. The broad ridge of high pressure that created last week’s heat dome will continue to influence our forecast this week, pushing us back into triple digits as soon as tomorrow. There is a hint of some
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Long lines are causing major headaches at some of the busiest airports in the country. At Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), it’s a different story. PSP officials said operations are moving smoothly. PSP Spokesperson Jake Ingrassia said in a full statement: “Travel is running smoothly at Palm Springs International Airport, with
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NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KESQ) – In the last two months, two people gliding near the Salton Sea have been seriously injured after crashing in gliding accidents. On Sunday morning, CAL FIRE Riverside County Fire Department reported a hang glider crashed into power lines in North Shore. According to officials, the glider pilot was transported to
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Christian Academy hockey went from first to, well, first. In their first year as a program, the Conquerors are national champions after taking the title at the Chipotle-USA Hockey High School National Championships in Plymouth, Minnesota on Sunday. In their first year, Desert Christian Academy are national champions. Pretty incredible
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A day without record heat! Finally! Prior to today we’ve hit records 9 of the last 10 days. The Coachella Valley will stays 15 to 20 degrees above average in the low 100s thanks to strong high pressure through Friday. After a “cooler” day in the low to mid 90s, near-record heat continues through the
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Through the One Big Beautiful Bill, the 30% solar tax credit for residents expired on December 31, 2025. However, businesses and leasing companies still qualify for the tax credit until July 4th. Several leasing companies are offering solar systems at a discounted price for customers because they benefit from the
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Farmers in Coachella Valley are facing an unexpected and record-shattering heat wave in March, which is creating a real danger for their crops and potentially changing the season before it has fully begun.
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UPDATE 2/23 Renova Energy has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, according to documents submitted in the Central District of California on March 22. The filing comes after News Channel 3 first reported the local solar company would be acquired by investor-backed Mycrogrid. CEO Vincent Battaglia has said the acquisition is expected to restructure company departments.
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INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – La familia de una enfermera local que falleció tras ser atropellada por un vehículo en un cruce peatonal solicitó a la comunidad y a los medios de comunicació que asistieran a la audiencia judicial para exigir justicia y honrar su memoria, la cual se llevaría a cabo la mañana de este
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Indio is preparing for its busy festival season with the temporary closure of Avenue 50 between Monroe Street and Madison Street from March 23 through May 4, 2026. The closure comes as the city gets ready to host the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in mid-April and
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