COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ)– One person was killed in an overnight shooting in Coachella, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. According to RSO, the shooting happened around 3:45 on Saturday morning near a residence in the 49000 block of Corte Molino. Officials say they were originally called out for an assault with a deadly weapon.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been another hot day in the Coachella Valley. Highs yesterday hit 112° and we’re in the same ballpark for today. We’re seeing plenty of folks cooling off by dipping into the pool this afternoon! Our seasonal afternoon breezes continue tonight. Expect elevated winds starting around dinnertime. These gusts persist
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Good morning, Coachella Valley! It’s another hot weekend with highs exceeding 110°. It’s a fantastic day to spend out by the pool. Just remember to ALWAYS be practicing heat safety. Drink plenty of water and stay in the shade of the AC as much as possible. Looking ahead to this upcoming week, we can expect
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Expect a gradual warming trend across the Coachella Valley and lower deserts through the weekend, as we welcome August with high temperatures about 3-5° above average. Most desert communities will see highs closer to 110° through at least early next week. A strengthening ridge of high pressure will expand mid- to late-week, pushing temperatures even
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Some local students are better prepared to head back to class next Wednesday in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Friday evening, the Palm Springs Department of Parks and Recreation held a backpack giveaway and resource fair at the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center. Organizers say it’s a
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Update: PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – This morning, the Palm Springs Police Department confirmed four vehicles were involved in the crash, all of which were towed. Police also say that 7 people were transported to a nearby hospital with minor injuries. Authorities found that one of the drivers involved in the crash was intoxicated and
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Drivers in Indio might notice a larger police presence Friday night. From 7 pm to 2 am, Indio Police will conduct a DUI saturation patrol, aiming to catch impaired drivers and keep roads safer. News Channel 3 joined Officer Viktor Custic for a ride-along to see firsthand how the operation works.
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)– The magic of Disney met the curiosity of Coachella Valley kids during a special one-day event at the Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert Friday morning. During the magical one-day event, young imaginations were encouraged to dream big, build boldly, and ask a lot of questions. In partnership with Walt Disney
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – The dedicated professionals who who help make meetings, conventions, and festivals across the Coachella Valley run smoothly were recognized in a celebration of appreciation on Friday evening. Visit Greater Palm Springs offered a series of webinars all week for local event services professionals to stay on top of the latest
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KUNA) – El primer incendio se reporto, aproximadamente a las 9:01 a. m., se declaró un incendio en una vivienda unifamiliar en La Quinta la mañana del viernes. Cal FIRE informa que respondió a una llamada sobre un incendio en una estructura residencial en la cuadra 50300 de Spyglass Hill Road en La Quinta.
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La Quinta, Calif. (KESQ) – Fire crews battled their second house fire in La Quinta reported on Friday. The latest fire erupted just after noon on the 52-500 Block of Avenida Carranza. According to a Cal Fire Battalion Chief, on scene, the first arriving unites found a working fire with smoke coming from the rear of the
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Several small quakes have struck near the Coachella Valley over the last couple of weeks. As earthquakes are unpredictable, it’s important to stay prepared with an updated quake kit. USGS has a list for creating a preparedness kit for families, including: Fire extinguisher Adequate supplies of medications for all family
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)– Riverside County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two people in connection to an e-bike theft that occurred early June. Deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station say they responded to a call at about 11:50 a.m. on Saturday June 7, reporting a burglary at the 40 block of Via Del Rossi in
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ)– Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS) launches Unleash Your Superpower- Adopt a Hero event following the popularization of Krypto, Superman’s loyal canine companion, who was inspired by a real-life RCDAS shelter dog. Ozu, the real-life inspiration for Superman’s four-legged friend, was one of 37 small dogs brought to a RCDAS shelter
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (CVRM) is calling out for community support for food donations following rising demand from “food insecure” families leaving CVRM’s food pantry depleted. The CVRM was founded in 1971 and distributes about 175 boxes of food to local families each Wednesday. CVRM reports that recently there has been
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TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)– The Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians is partnering up with 29 Palms Marine Corps Community Services and Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center to launch free shuttle service for Marines today. Today, the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians in partnership with 29 Palms Marine Corps Community Services and Joshua
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Highs are headed into the lower one-teens for the weekend as high pressure dominates the weather scenario on the West Coast. We’re also seeing a much higher fire risk as well. There’s a chance of thunderstorms with dry lightning strikes is also higher today, which could spark wildfires. We hit 109 yesterday, our seasonal average
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – According to a new study, regular walking at a target of 7,000 steps a day can play a vital role in reducing the risk of heart disease and other health complications. The popular step count goal of 10,000 steps a day can be daunting, but 7,000 daily steps is much more
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We stay seasonally hot (near average temps) and dry across the Coachella Valley today and through the extended forecast. We wrapped up the month of July on a seasonal note after a toasty start. The first day of August shaping up just a hair above normal (109 degrees). A weak trough over the West Coast
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PERRIS, Calif. (KESQ) – A man is in custody, accused of causing a major internet outage in Perris in western Riverside County. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office says a 31-year-old man from Perris is behind a string of fiber optic cable thefts that caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage. The thefts disrupted service
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