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Equine virus concerns rise as major Desert show-jumping event continues, no cases confirmed in California
THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) One of the world’s largest winter show-jumping competitions is underway in the Coachella Valley as riders, trainers and veterinarians take added precautions following an equine herpesvirus outbreak traced to an event in Waco, Texas. The Desert International Horse Park’s Desert Holiday Series draws competitors from around the world. Marketing director Emily Randolph
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Indio is heating up this weekend, 33rd Annual International Tamale Festival makes its return
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A beloved tradition celebrating culture, family recipes, and, of course, plenty of mouthwatering tamales. Indio is being transformed into a vibrant celebration of flavor and community. Streets will be lined with rows of vendors preparing to serve up their signature tamales. 21 Vendors, from classic styles passed down through generations to
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Dr. Carreón Foundation 2026 Scholarship application process now open
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Dr. Carreón Foundation (DCF) invites high school seniors and college students to apply for a 2026 scholarship with the application process now open. Scholarships are awarded to qualified applicants of minority ethnicities throughout the Coachella Valley and Blythe. Qualifications include being a full-time high school senior in the Coachella Valley or
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Indio PD integrates advanced non-emergency call system to aid residents faster
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Indio Police Department says it’s now using a program called “RapidSOS” for non-emergency calls for service. They say it is an advanced tool to help generate calls. When you contact Indio PD at (442) 300-3104 the “RapidSOS” program captures “key information in real time, reducing any wait times,” according to a social
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Warming up this weekend
High pressure building in as the Jetstream pushes up northward, allowing us to warm up for the weekend an beyond. Temps continue to increase through most of next week, with highs in the lower and middle 80s. Expect dry conditions to persist through next week. Highs will remain quite comfortable and well above average, with
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Palm Springs High School students celebrate ‘Giving Thanks to the World’
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs High School hosted its 3rd annual “Giving Thanks to the World” on Thursday. Students conducted research on countries and cultures, including their own, culminating in a celebration of cultural diversity showcasing the rich tapestry, traditions and languages of countries and cultures. The event allowed students and school staff
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Sospechoso arrestado en Indio tras investigación de agresión sexual a una menor
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Una investigación de meses sobre un menor al que se le encontró un vaporizador de marihuana/THC resultó en el arresto de un hombre de Indio que enfrenta múltiples cargos de agresión sexual infantil, según la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Riverside. El caso comenzó el 19 de septiembre de 2025, cuando
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E-Bike crashes surge: What parents should know ahead of holiday purchases
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – With e-bikes topping many kids’ holiday wish lists this year, local law enforcement and prosecutors are issuing warnings to parents about safety requirements, legal responsibilities and the growing number of serious crashes involving young riders. E-bikes are defined under California law as bicycles equipped with operable pedals and an electric
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Tracking cool weather ahead of a warming trend
It’s a cool and very mild Thursday here in the Coachella Valley. High temperatures are in the low 70s today. There are still some lingering offshore winds through the end of the week. However, they are overall quite light. Starting tomorrow, high pressure will begin to move into the region. This will bring a prolonged
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Doctors concerned about new strain of flu virus as flu season approaches
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Doctors are warning that California could see an early and sharp start to this year’s flu season. Doctors say a combination of low vaccination rates and late mutations to the virus may hit our state especially hard. There are already warning signs – Riverside County already reported its first flu
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Suspect arrested in Indio after investigation of sexual assault on a minor
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A months-long investigation into a juvenile found with a marijuana/THC vape pen has led to the arrest of an Indio man who is facing multiple charges of child sexual assault, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. The case began on September 19, 2025, when a School Resource Deputy from the
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Residente de Indio pierde miles de dólares al ser víctima de robo
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Una residente de Indio fue víctima de robo de vehículo, pese a que la policía de la ciudad reportó una baja en el índice de siniestralidad. Según nos comentó Abraham Plata, sargento de la policía, el año pasado de enero a octubre se reportaron 208 carros robados, a comparación de este año que fueron 107, casi un 50% menos. “Muchos de esas clases de casos tienen mucha relación con fraude, donde los dueños ya no querían el carro, por alguna razón no lo pueden pagar ya”, señaló Plata. A nivel nacional las estadísticas indican que cada 37 segundos se roban un auto, comúnmente entre las 2 a.m. y 5 a.m, usualmente es en las residencias de las víctimas. “Después de vivir donde vivía por casi 10 años, nunca me habían robado nada, en mi carro tenía mi pasaporte, mis seguros,
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Seguimiento del clima frío antes de una tendencia al calentamiento
Es un jueves fresco y muy templado en el Valle de Coachella. Las temperaturas máximas rondan los 70°F hoy. Aún persisten algunos vientos marinos hasta el final de la semana. Sin embargo, en general son bastante suaves. A partir de mañana, la alta presión comenzará a desplazarse hacia la región. Esto traerá una tendencia al calentamiento
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La magia navideña regresa al centro de Palm Springs
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KUNA) – El espíritu navideño ha llegado oficialmente al centro de Palm Springs. Ya están en marcha los preparativos para una de las tradiciones navideñas más queridas de la ciudad. Se espera que familias y visitantes llenen las calles el viernes por la noche para la Ceremonia Anual de Encendido del Árbol de
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Hombre de 86 años muere en el hospital tras accidente en Cathedral City
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KUNA) – Un hombre de 86 años fue declarado muerto en el hospital tras un choque entre dos vehículos el miércoles por la tarde en Cathedral City. El accidente se reportó inicialmente a las 4:20 p. m. en la intersección de Date Palm Drive y Tachevah Drive. La policía informó que los dos
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Palm Springs leads Riverside County in 2024 hate crimes state DOJ report says
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A report from the California Department of Justice found Palm Springs leads Riverside County in hate crime incidents for 2024. According to the report, Palm Springs recorded 10 incidents last year, with 34 in total for the entire county. That’s nearly a third of all incidents, and reflects a trend
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