CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The family of a 58-year-old man killed in an Interstate 10 big rig crash last week has launched a GoFundMe page to help raise funds as they begin to rebuild their lives. Francisco Sicairos Leon of Desert Hot Springs was killed in the crash along with Miguel Macias, 49, of
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– United Airlines announced the reinstatement of their nonstop service from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) starting this December. Starting December 18 PSP lands its third airline with direct service to the New York Metropolitan area making traveling from coast to coast easier than ever. The
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A new, high-tech security screener that people can simply walk past is coming to the Palm Springs International Airport. It’s called “Hexwave,” and it uses AI and 3D radar imaging to detect all kinds of threats. PSP is about to become only the second airport in the country to use
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) met in Palm Springs for its symposium – and shared its floral arrangements designed for the program with Forever Marilyn and the community. On Monday, Forever Marilyn “stepped into a garden” thanks to AIFD, which colored the Palm Springs community with its “Blooms
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INDIO, Calif. (KUNA)– Con el continuo aumento de las temperaturas en todo el Valle de Coachella, los residentes recurren a la comunidad para encontrar un espacio seguro donde refrescarse y encontrar alivio durante los meses de verano. El Distrito Recreativo del Desierto (DRD) ha anunciado la apertura de sus centros de refresco para ayudar a
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INDIO, Calif. (KUNA)— Las autoridades investigan un incendio comercial que se desató el domingo por la noche en un patio de remolques en Indio. El incendio se reportó poco antes de las 7:30 p. m. en un negocio ubicado en la calle Commerce, cerca de la calle Van Buren, frente a las vías del tren desde
Continue Reading INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– With temperatures continuing to rise throughout the Coachella Valley residents are turning to the community to provide a safe space to cool off and find relief during the summer months. The Desert Recreational District (DRD) has announced they are opening their cooling centers to help provide relief to the heat during the
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IMPERIAL, Calif. (KESQ)– Coachella Valley Unified School District is set to receive a $70k grant from the Imperial Irrigation District (IID). IID announced they are set to award more than $1.1 million in grants to 20 local educational institutions throughout California through their Grants for Energy Modernization Program (GEMS). IID launched the GEMS grants earlier
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — All lanes and the I-10 westbound offramp at North Indian Canyon Drive have reopened after a trash truck fire caused delays early Monday morning. The fire was reported at 5:29 a.m. at the I-10 westbound offramp at North Indian Canyon Drive, in the city of Desert Hot Springs. Firefighters
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PALM DESERT, Calif. — Mirabelle Lee, a recent graduate of Palm Valley School, has received a prestigious scholarship in recognition of her outstanding work in promoting diversity and literacy in education. Lee, who has worked in the entertainment industry since her childhood, founded the Beatrice Martin Foundation during her sophomore year of high school. The
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Good morning and happy Monday. Today is going to be hot yet again here on the valley floor, but you will also notice an increase in humidity. Extra humidity is the name of the game this week in the Coachella Valley. Temperatures will fall throughout the week to more moderate levels; however, it comes at
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) The 10U Indio All-Stars won the 2025 Zone 10U Championships on Sunday. This title win marks their third championship this year. On June 29th, the All-Stars won the 10U Super Region Championship title against Beamunt and won the Section 10U Championship title. Coming into this tournament, Indio was undefeated through two tournaments.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Some lingering moisture throughout the afternoon has kept temps capped near 110° in Palm Springs, which is a couple of degrees lower than we initially expected. The same applies for Monday. Expect dew points through the morning hours in the 50s and 60s throughout the Coachella Valley. We dry out
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Martha’s Village and Kitchen is taking a big step toward breaking the cycle of homelessness by investing in early education. News Channel 3 first told you about the Child Development Center expansion back in March. Now — that expansion is nearing completion, and News Channel 3 is getting a look inside.
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ)– Car fans rolled out to Thermal on Sunday for the BMW Performance Center West’s “Cars, Coffee, & Hot Laps’ event. The event, which is part of a series hosted several times throughout the year, was unique this time because it featured free rides for adult attendees with a professional driver at the
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It’s another hot day here in the Coachella Valley. We are continuing to track some slightly elevated moisture levels this morning in the valley. If these numbers hold steady or increase throughout the day, we could see highs closer to 110°F. If they do not, we will see highs closer to 113°F or 114°F. Enjoy
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) The Palm Springs Power earned their 700th win as a franchise after defeating the Inland Valley Legends 11-2 on Saturday at Palm Springs Stadium. The Power already had a 3-0 lead after two innings, and slowly continued to pull away. In the third inning, Cato Kleinman drives in Mark Kirkland for
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Temps ended up climbing all the way to 113° on Saturday – not quite the relief we were hoping for! Temps will continue to climb near 114° for Sunday and Monday. It might feel a little bit muggy as you step outside Sunday morning. Dew points will be elevated, especially
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ)– Democrats of the Desert is hosting an “Unmask Ice & Stop Deporting our Neighbors” sidewalk rally Saturday, July 12th. The rally will run from 9 to10 AM, on the sidewalk in front of the La Quinta City Hall on Washington and Calle Tampico.
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Palm Springs, Calif. (KESQ) – Construction crews will be working on Indian Canyon Drive between Sunrise Parkway and Garnet Avenue in North Palm Springs from 8:00 p.m. on Friday to 5:00 a.m. on Saturday, officials said. Drivers are advised to watch out for traffic control as crews will be striping the road. To ensure the
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