PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Elementary school students across the Palm Springs Unified School District put their STEM skills to the test Friday morning during a district-wide robotics tournament at Desert Learning Academy. Teams from multiple elementary schools competed in a series of challenges from 10 a.m. to noon, showcasing their abilities in coding, engineering,
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures climb across the Coachella Valley, advocates are warning of increasing dangers for the region’s homeless population, many of whom lack access to basic protections against extreme heat. Nationwide, studies show that individuals without shelter are significantly more vulnerable to heat-related illness and death. According to public health research,
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) -Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills announced on Facebook on Thursday that he is preparing to step away as the city’s Police Chief. In his post, he stated that the next chapter is undefined but he sees it on the horizon. The Chief also stated that he has equipped the department with
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UPDATE 03/20/2026Crews have cleared the tracks near the train wreckage and train traffic is flowing through the area. Crews continue to clean-up the toppled cars, and NTSB is now on scene investigating. UPDATE 03/19/2026 Officials say that Highway 111 is now open as of Thursday morning. Original Report: MECCA, Calif. (KESQ)- Emergency crews were on
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MECCA-NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KUNA) – Continúan los avances de los proyectos de TCC en Mecca-Nort Shore, los cuales desde el pasado 1 agosto de 2024, por medio de una subvención otorgada al condado de Riverside recibieron un monto de $4,018,788.45 dólares. El plan consta de 4 grandes proyectos, cada uno de las cuales serán llevados
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High pressure continues to dominate the forecast and push temps into record territory. Records yesterday include Palm Springs, Indio and Thermal. High pressure remains in place through much of next week, with an Extreme Heat Warning up through tomorrow evening. While we do see slight “cooling” into next week, highs remain in the triple digits
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Parents are raising concerns and calling for more transparency after the sudden closure of the College of the Desert Child Development Center in Indio, which officials said is tied to an active criminal investigation involving a student worker. Families began contacting News Channel 3 after they were asked to pick up
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NORTH SHORE, California (KUNA)- Un descarrilamiento de tren tomó relevancia la tarde del pasado miércoles en los limites del poblado de North Shore al este del valle de Coachella, situación que provocó incertidumbre en la comunidad. Al lugar arribaron equipos de emergencia que estuvieron durante horas atendiendo al tráfico provocado por alrededor de 20 vagones
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 has obtained exclusive video of a house fire response earlier this week that left two firefighters injured. CALFIRE responded to the attic fire in the Heritage Palms Golf Club in Indio Monday afternoon when two firefighters fell through the roof. Both responders were transported to a nearby hospital
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Our intense early-season/Winter heat wave continues through with record breaking day and monthly high and low temperatures across Southern California. Our extreme heat will peak on Friday with highs of 108-110 degrees, roughly 20-30 degrees above normal, with little to no overnight relief. It’s all courtesy of a strong upper level ridge that’s keeping the
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)- Dust and Haze around the Coachella Valley are nothing new, but many concerns have been raised about what we’re breathing in, following Tropical Storm Hilary. News Channel 3 is holding officials accountable for initiatives to fix the problem and digging into the process. What we found is not only about getting answers, but
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Professional Bull Riders event is ready for its fourth year at Acrisure Arena with fans gearing up for its excitement. The competition is a part of the nationally televised Unleash The Beast, Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour and Touring Pro Division. It showcases 35 riders, 42 bulls and eight mini bulls
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the Coachella Valley is sweating out record hot temperatures in March, emergency crews are ramping up for a possible influx of calls due to heat-related issues. According to Captain Skyberg of Palm Springs Fire, many of the calls expected will involve hikers and people exercising outdoors. The biggest factor
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)- Cielo Vista Charter School in Palm Springs has been designated the city’s first Blue Zones–approved school, earning recognition for building a culture focused on well-being for students, staff, and families. The designation highlights the school’s efforts to promote healthier lifestyles through community-driven changes. Blue Zones, a broader health initiative, works with
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