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Near seasonal norms to start the week, more humidity arrives by Thursday
Dew points are back below the 50 degree mark, and temps will hover near 109, which is normal for the date. Monsoonal moisture has moved a bit to the East, but will return before the end of the week. Expect some Northwesterly winds this afternoon, but breezes max out below the 20 m.p.h. threshold. Highs
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Local nonprofit supports grandparents raising their grandchildren
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — A day of swimming, games and laughter brought dozens of families together Sunday as Grandparents Love hosted its annual “Sunday Fun Day” at the Westin Rancho Mirage. The nonprofit serves grandparents across Riverside and San Bernardino counties who unexpectedly become full-time caregivers for their grandchildren because of family tragedies, incarceration, or
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Palm Springs Power win CPCL championship
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Power defeated the Inland Valley Legends to win its fourth consecutive championship title in the California Premier Collegiate League. The Power played Game 1 against the Inland Valley Legends on the road at California Baptist University on Saturday. The Power ultimately fell 6-4 in Game 1 of
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Soccer fans share World Cup Final excitement, hopes for new generation of players next tournament
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end, with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0. Local fans at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino said it’s been a match they’ve been waiting to watch. Heading into the World Cup Final, fan had a variety of predictions for which team could take it all.
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Less humid over the next few days with highs near seasonal
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Lingering moisture remains overhead, but we will continue to see a subtle drying trend. Tonight, dew points should remain in the 50s. Through most of Monday, though, we could see dew points drop into the upper 40s. This should help our temperatures climb. Expect temperatures near or just above seasonal
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World Cup comes to an end, but soccer is here to stay
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup concludes this afternoon with Argentina taking on Spain in the tournament final. As the tournament comes to a close, many say and feel its impact on soccer in the United States is likely to extend beyond the final whistle. The record-setting events brought unprecedented attention
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Seasonal temperatures to end the weekend and start the week
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — Chances for showers have steadily decreased through the weekend, leaving us with seasonal but slightly moist conditions. Moisture has decreased from its highs from last week, though dew points remain elevated above 50°. There is no immediate sign of drying, so evaporative coolers may not work as efficiently. Temperatures will
Continue ReadingValley residents gather for World Cup Watch Party at The Shops at Palm Desert
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Soccer fans from across the Coachella Valley gathered at The Shops at Palm Desert this weekend to watch the World Cup in a unique indoor setting that offered relief from the desert heat while bringing the community together. Hosted by the City of Palm Desert in partnership with The Shops at
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Youth athletes work to stay active despite triple-digit heat
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – In the summer, there are not a lot of places athletes can go in the Coachella Valley to get out and play. For Miguel Sanchez, it’s something that has been a challenge growing up in the valley. He said he may not be on a basketball team, but he still wants a
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Coachella Valley reacts to Sunshine Protection Act
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — In a bipartisan vote, the U.S. House advanced the ‘Sunshine Protection Act,’ a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent and end the twice-yearly clock changes. Versions of the proposal have been introduced numerous times in state legislatures and in Congress over the years but have repeatedly fallen short.
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Moisture stays in place with temperatures near seasonal
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – We’re seeing a warming trend into the weekend as we approach the seasonal mark of 109°F, all as some lingering humidity sticks around. Throughout Sunday, we’ll still see some lingering moisture in our air. Dew points will stay in the mid 50s for most of the day. The good news
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Seasonal temperatures with lingering monsoonal moisture
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — While the chances for storms in the valley have diminished, moisture continues to affect temperatures and conditions. The chance of showers in the Coachella Valley are gone for the time being. Still, the potential for some rain in the mountain peaks remains early into Monday morning. Dew points and humidity
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Lettuce illness outbreak sparks concern among Coachella Valley residents
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A nationwide foodborne illness outbreak linked to contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants is raising concerns among Coachella Valley shoppers, even though no local cases have been reported. Federal health officials say at least 1,644 people in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia have become sick
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Riverside County cited in election file released after President Trump’s primetime address
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ)– Riverside County is in the president’s election files. The county is cited in a new Department of Homeland Security report on threats to voter registration systems, released after President Trump’s primetime address to the nation Thursday on election integrity. The White House posted the documents online, calling them previously classified intelligence assessments that
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How to prepare for dangerous dust storms while driving
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif (KESQ)- Monsoon season can bring blowing dust with little warning, making roads dangerous in seconds. What drivers should do if they’re caught in a dust storm, the biggest mistakes officers see when visibility drops, and how people can prepare before getting behind the wheel. We talked to driving officials and people if
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Aficionado compra boletos para el mundial pero los pases nunca funcionaron
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Como en todos los grandes eventos, hay cosas buenas y cosas malas y la Copa Mundial no es la excepción. Sobre todo, cuando las emociones pueden guiarlo a tomar decisiones que pueden costarte miles de dólares. Nuestra colega Gabriella Salguero habló con un aficionado que compró boletos, pero para su
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Tri-Valley Little League softball all-stars win Southern California State Championship
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Tri-Valley Little League softball all-stars have taken the Southern California State Tournament championship title in Hemet. The team, based in Yucca Valley, advanced to the state tournament after winning the District 58 championship. After competing in the senior league bracket, Tri-Valley defeated Fontana Elks on Thursday 11-7. Their state title,
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Man behind troubled RivCo duck sanctuary arrested after 820 birds seized in SD County
VALLEY CENTER, Calif. (KESQ) – More than 800 birds and two dogs were seized from the man behind a troubled Riverside County duck sanctuary following reports of neglect, San Diego County’s Animal Services announced on Friday. The 820 birds — including 400 ducks — were removed from a Valley Center property on Thursday. County animal
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