PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Imperial Irrigation District’s Board of Directors approved a 25% reduction in power bills between the months of June and September, authorities announced today. Backed by an $81 million allocation, the Board eliminated the Energy Cost Adjustment charge, a decision that members say will deliver a “more stable, transparent rate
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CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – A fire ripped through a freight car on a train traversing Cabazon today, destroying the contents until firefighters got it under control. The non-injury blaze was reported shortly after 7 a.m. Tuesday on the Union Pacific rail line paralleling Interstate 10 in the 50500 block of Main Street, according to
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Update 3/4/25 Desert Hot Springs City Manager Frank J. Luckino has retired, Mayor Scott Matas announced during Tuesday’s city council meeting. Doria Wilms, who serves as the city’s Deputy City Manager, was unanimously appointed as the acting City Manager. Original Report 2/26/25 Desert Hot Springs City Manager Frank J. Luckino is currently on leave. Acting
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A man and a woman were arrested on suspicion of robbing a person during a planned meeting to buy a PlayStation 5 video game system in Yucca Valley. The robbery happened on the evening of Saturday, Feb. 22. on the 7300 block of Victoria Avenue. According to the San Bernardino
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The Eisenhower Cup have evolved into a fan-favorite event at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden since its debut in 2018. Fans can enjoy the event at Stadium 2 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with must-see matchups that can be found at https://kesq.com/sports/bnp-paribas/2025/01/30/world-no-1-aryna-sabalenka-joins-top-ranked-mens-and-womens-stars-for-eisenhower-cup-at-bnp-paribas-open/ While fans will see top players in mixed matchups, who often showcase
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It was another exciting day at Desert Smash at La Quinta Resort. Many attendees taking part in an auction, which included a custom racket – autographed by Grammy-award winner P!nk. The racket – presented by First Alert Meteorologist Katie Boer – auctioned off for $17,000. Desert Smash is a star-studded celebrity tennis event, which raises
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Vatican says Pope Francis is in stable condition after his episodes of acute respiratory failure on Monday. The Pope has been in the hospital since February 14, being treated for double pneumonia and other respiratory complications. Doctors say this situation serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting our
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The Palm Springs Police Department is teaming up with the Riverside university Health System to launch a Community Behavioral Assessment Team. According to the PSPD, this program is designed to provide a compassionate and effective response to individuals experiencing mental health crises, substance use issues, and homelessness. “CBAT represents a significant step forward in how
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Local representatives and experts from both sides, will weigh in on President Donald Trump’s Presidential address to a joint session of Congress. Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz spoke with News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson moments after the address. “It was very intense,” Ruiz said. “I’ve never heard a speech to Congress that contained more lies.” He shared
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The jury began deliberating in the trial of a registered sex offender accused of fatally slashing his year-old daughter before throwing her off a cliff along Highway 74 south of Palm Desert, as well as attacking the child’s mother and a good Samaritan. Adam Slater, 53, of Palm Desert allegedly killed
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Join live as KESQ live streams President Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress this evening at 6:00 p.m. PST. The President is speaking on his vision and agenda for the next four years, with the theme of his speech being “the renewal of the American Dream.” Trump is expected to include discussion on
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – Demonstrators spoke out against the Trump administration on Tuesday outside La Quinta City Hall. This ahead of President Trump’s joint remarks to Congress Tuesday evening. “The state of the country is that there is too much that people are concerned about. There’s too much risk and volatility. We’re concerned about
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Jury selection is slated to get underway Thursday for the trial of a former Palm Desert High School football coach accused of running over and killing a 64-year-old woman while driving under the influence. Cameron Francis Curtis, 33, of Palm Desert allegedly fatally struck Nancy Valdes, also of Palm Desert,
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Watch the live nest cam below: Update 3/4/25 We’ve got two eaglets! Two eggs have hatched at the Big Bear bald eagle nest. The first egg hatched Monday, just before midnight. It’s the first egg hatching in three years. Tuesday morning, the second egg hatched. The third egg has not shown a pip yet, but
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)— Indian Canyon and Gene Autry are back open at the Whitewater Wash, police said. The roadway were closed due to blowing sand creating low visibility in the area. Stay with News Channel Three for any further updates on the remaining closed roadways.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A Banning woman was pronounced dead following a two-vehicle crash Monday morning along Highway 111 near Palm Springs. The crash was reported at around 11:45 a.m. on Highway 111, north of Overture Drive. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash involved a white Mazda SUV and a black Ford
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We’re learning more about last week’s immigration arrest by FBI agents in Coachella. Video captured by Coachella City Council member Yadira Perez last Monday shows the moment her husband was arrested at the Walmart in Coachella. KESQ News Channel 3 was the first to report the breaking news story, and updates continue as we’ve learned
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Firefighters are working to fully contain a fire at a large pallet yard in Desert Hot Springs. The fire was first reported just before 2:00 p.m. near the intersection of Ben Mar and Dillon Road. “Firefighters responded to numerous reports of an unknown type fire at the above location. The first arriving engine company reported
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the Trump administration implements 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, Coachella Valley businesses are weighing the impact. News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson spoke with the owners of Las Casuelas Terraza in Palm Springs, Jessup Auto Plaza in Cathedral City and GHA Companies about the tariffs. Some of the
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Celebrities brought a little bit of Hollywood to the ‘Gem of the Desert’. Several stars were spotted at the La Quinta Resort and Club for this the 21st annual Desert Smash. Some of the stars who walked the red carpet ahead of this year’s tournament included Naomi Osaka, Jason Derulo, and Boris Kodjoe. Several tennis
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