PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A major holiday event that has traditionally served hundreds of people in need across the Coachella Valley has been canceled this year. Well in the Desert announced it will not hold its annual Christmas Feast at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The organization says the decision was made to redirect
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A local bartender, Paul Whiteley, says that the community at Streetbar in Palm Springs was instrumental in his recovery after he was paralyzed by a stroke three years ago at the age of 54. A CDC study finds that the rates of stroke among adults under the age of 65
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A power outage is impacting thousands of customers on Christmas Eve in Palm Springs. As of 6:15 p.m., 2,286 customers are without power. The outage was reported near the E Via Escuela and N Sunrise Way. There is no word on a possible cause or estimated restoration time. Get the
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – One person was hospitalized and seven people were displaced after a structure fire at a home in Indio Wednesday afternoon. The fire was reported just before 4 p.m. on the 83000 Block of Dr. Carreon Boulevard. Firefighters responded to a two-story, multi-family dwelling involved with fire. The blaze has been contained,
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BANNING, Calif. (KESQ) On Christmas Eve in Banning, holiday decorations line streets and front yards, but for many residents, questions about their utility bills remain top of mind. Utility statements that should have arrived months ago are now landing all at once, and for thousands of households, the totals feel overwhelming. “Yes, it’s affecting everyone,”
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Good morning and happy holidays! This morning, we are tracking an atmospheric river moving into Southern California. The main focus for this system will be rain and localized flooding. However, there are some significant wind concerns as well for other areas across the region. We should expect some lingering showers throughout the rest of the
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Update 12/23/25 A 41-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the deadly shooting, police said. Gabriel Salazar was arrested on Saturday, Dec. 20, in the area of Avenue 51 and Filmore Street in Coachella, police said. Salazar was charged with 1st degree murder, among other charges. He is scheduled to be arraigned on
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Michael Ramos Jr., former star Quarterback for Yucca Valley High School, is not expected to survive after being injured in a shooting Sunday night, authorities said Tuesday. The shooting was reported at around 9:50 p.m. on the 57000 block of Chipmunk Trail. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department,
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Update 12/24/25 – 3:20 p.m. All lanes are back open, CHP announced. Original Report 12/24/25 – 1:55 p.m. MORONGO VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – All eastbound lanes of SR-62 are closed after a crash Wednesday afternoon. The crash was reported at around 12:30 p.m. on SR-62 at Bella Vista Drive Details remain limited; we’re working on
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LOS ANGELES (KESQ) – In response to a series of powerful storms impacting California during the Christmas holiday, Gov. Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency, unlocking resources and state assistance for Los Angeles County, Orange County and four others. “California is acting early and decisively to do all we can to get ahead
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Two people were arrested in Palm Desert for allegedly stealing a vehicle, authorities said today. Deputies located the reportedly stolen vehicle at 3:25 p.m. Tuesday in the area of Highway 74 and El Paseo Drive, according to Lt. Deirdre Vickers of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. They later conducted
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Millions of drivers are hitting the roads nationwide, and here in California, rain is adding another factor to those plans. Residents and travelers alike are bracing for potential impacts, including slick roads and roadway flooding. We’re tracking possible flooding impacts throughout the day. Stay with us for the latest.
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Two drivers were arrested for allegedly driving on DUI-suspended licenses during a DUI checkpoint in Cathedral City, authorities said today. The checkpoint was conducted from 7 p.m. Friday until 1 a.m. Saturday on Date Palm Drive at Victoria Drive, according to the Cathedral City Police Department. Eight people were cited
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Drive safe, sober, and obey the speed limit during the upcoming Christmas holiday or face consequences, the California Highway Patrol warned today. The agency will initiate its annual Christmastime “holiday enforcement period” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, when all available officers will deploy to catch drunk or drug-impaired drivers, speeders and other
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – Two Temecula residents have been arrested for allegedly stealing a horse valued at around $80,000 from a ranch in the unincorporated community of Thermal, authorities said today. The suspects, a 22-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman, were arrested Monday and booked into the Benoit Detention Center in Indio on suspicion
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As 2025 comes to an end, many in our community continue to struggle to make ends meet. This is why we are highlighting the FIND Regional Food Bank homebound program, which serves those who are in dire need of food. FIND launched a Home Bound Delivery Program in 2020 in response
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Hood Bar and Pizza, known for its drag bingo nights, karaoke, and live music, has been a staple in Palm Desert for years. But Brad Guth, owner, says personal health struggles have placed the bar in a difficult position. Despite his health concerns, Guth continues to work long hours
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Over 10 million people in Southern California are expected to travel ahead of Christmas, with 8.9 million expected to travel by car, according to Auto Club of Southern California. Many of those drivers will head to Interstate 10, and through the Coachella Valley. While traffic is always anticipated around the
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Public works crews in Cathedral City are working hard to make sure that the city’s infrastructure can handle the rainfall. City officials told News Channel 3 typical trouble spots are checked and surveyed before each forecasted weather event. Crews also clear storm drains ahead of time. Director of Public Works, John Corella, said
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Riverside, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS), along with Outcomes for Pets Consulting Group, released its data from January through September 2025 for the county-wide animal sheltering system. RCDAS Q3 Report_Jan-Sep_12.22Download The data covers an important period in the county’s shelter system as it continues to work to solve its overcrowding issue
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