COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Closing statements began last week in a landmark trial accusing social media companies of building “addiction machines.” The plaintiff, a 20-year-old woman identified as KGM in documents or Kaley, says her social media addiction as a child significantly contributed to her depression and suicidal thoughts. “We know that it’s an
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It is dangerously hot this week here in the valley! High pressure is continuing to build into the region. This ridge of high pressure is warming up the atmosphere and leading to record heat here at the surface. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday all had days with record-tying heat, and this week will only be hotter.
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents across the Coachella Valley may be noticing more grasshoppers hopping around lately. Many locals say the insects seem more noticeable than usual. “This morning, we noticed one between the screen and the window and it was still alive, jumping around,” Scott Faries said. “We were able to tag team
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KUNA) – La policía de Desert Hot Springs está investigando el hallazgo del cuerpo sin vida de una mujer el domingo por la noche. Según el Departamento de Policía de Desert Hot Springs, los agentes respondieron alrededor de las 5:15 p.m. del domingo a la zona de Mission Creek Road y Worsley
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INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – El Departamento de Bomberos de California (CALFIRE) informó que dos bomberos resultaron heridos mientras combatían un incendio en el ático del Heritage Palms Golf Club en Indio. Reportado poco después de la 1 p.m. de esta tarde, los bomberos respondieron a un incendio en Alexandria Court, en el ático de una vivienda
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A popular desert pizza spot is officially back in business.. Community members gathered in Palm Desert to celebrate the reopening of Papa Dan’s, marking the return of a longtime local favorite. City leaders, longtime customers and restaurant staff came together for a ribbon-cutting ceremony welcoming the restaurant back after time
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – We’ve had three straight days of record-tying heat in Palm Springs. If you’ve had enough of it already, I’m sorry to report … we’re only going up, up, up from here. Here’s a look at those records! Friday (98), Saturday (97), and Sunday (98). Conditions warm quickly today. Expect 70s
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The sense that the book is closing on a dark chapter in Ira Mosley’s storied career of serving the Coachella Valley was palpable. Between bright menu signs and the smell of a newly-furnished building, Mosley, the owner, said it was about time. “Since the fire, it is one month short
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Classic cars, lowriders and live music brought the community together Sunday afternoon for the City of Coachella’s Suavecito Sunday car show. The event, held behind the Coachella Library on Seventh Street, featured dozens of custom and classic cars, food trucks and family-friendly activities. Andrew Simmons, Coachella City Engineer/Public Works Director, said
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — The 16th annual Patrick Warburton Celebrity Golf Tournament wrapped up after four days of music, celebrity appearances, and golf in the Coachella Valley, all benefiting St. Jude. The multi-day fundraiser brought together actors, musicians, and supporters from across the country with one goal: raising money to help families facing childhood
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INDIAN WELLS, (Calif.) — As the saying goes, third time’s the charm. That was the case Sunday for Aryna Sabalenka, earning the 2026 BNP Paribas Open women’s singles title for the first time. Caught up with World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka who earned her first women’s singles title at the BNP Paribas Open today against
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Air Museum museum is partnering with the Chandi Group USA to donate $5,000 in $50 fuel gift cards to Palm Springs International Airport TSA workers impacted by the ongoing shutdown. Officials say the move is to support the vital work these workers do for our local economy. “TSA workers are extremely important. You
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – If you’re looking for a different way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year, one desert resort is offering a festive experience—on the water. At the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, guests can skip the crowded pubs and opt for a more relaxed celebration: a private
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