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Winds continue through tonight
A Wind Advisory, along with a Windblown Dust Advisory, remain in effect today as gusty winds continue to elevate sand and dust into the lower levels of the atmosphere. A strong cold front moving across California and Nevada will push through the region overnight, allowing winds to ease tomorrow. This will keep temps in the
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DHS Police, legal experts warn on distracted driving
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Hot Springs police and the Walter Clark Legal Group are speaking out about the dangers of distracted driving. Officials say even a few seconds of inattention can lead to serious or deadly crashes, urging drivers to stay focused, avoid phone use, and keep their eyes on the road.
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Firebirds suffer largest loss in franchise history to first-place Ontario Reign
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — The Ontario Reign showed why they’re the team to beat in the Pacific Division on Wednesday night at Acrisure Arena. The first-place Reign routed the Firebirds 7-0 for the largest loss in franchise history. It’s the fifth time this season the Firebirds have allowed six goals or more. Firebirds suffer
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PGA TOUR returning to desert for 2027 American Express golf tournament
LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) — Despite some speculation on its future, the American Express golf tournament will return to the desert for the 2027 PGA Tour season. Organizers announced the tournament will be held on Jan. 18-24 in La Quinta. American Express executive director Pat McCabe told News Channel 3’s Blake Arthur earlier this year
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Global conflict with Iran takes emotional toll close to home
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Carolina Vasquez, the Executive Director of Desert Insight in Cathedral City, said global conflict is showing up more often in sessions. “Anything big that happens it does leak into our therapy sessions,” Vasquez said. She said people who are consuming a lot of news, especially around war and politics, can quickly become
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Cambios en programa CalFresh afectarán a no ciudadanos
Thermal, California (KUNA) – Según el Departamento de Servicios Sociales Públicos del condado de Riverside, a partir de este 1 de abril de 2026, algunos no ciudadanos pueden ver cambios en su elegibilidad para el programa CalFresh. Los beneficiarios no ciudadanos y no residentes permanentes, pueden seguir siendo elegibles si su estatus cambia a Residente
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Person suffers serious injuries after crash in Cathedral City
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – One person was taken to the hospital after a crash in Cathedral City Wednesday night. The crash was reported just before 8 p.m. on Avenida Alvera, near McCallum Way. Details on the crash remain limited. A News Channel 3 crew at the scene saw a vehicle on its side in
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Tracking breezy & mild weather for the rest of the workweek
It’s a lovely day here in the Coachella Valley as temperatures are limited to the 80s. It’s also a bit breezy outside. We should expect breezy to gusty conditions outside this evening, as well as tomorrow. A Wind Advisory is in effect for the Coachella Valley, the San Gorgonio Pass, and the local mountains. This
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Big Bear organizations need $10M to save beloved eagles, Jackie and Shadow’s home
BIG BEAR, Calif. (KESQ) – Friends of Big Bear Valley and the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust are calling on the community to help save the land that’s home to beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow. Since 2001, the community has fought a potential luxury development project. Environmentalists say the project would be detrimental to
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Indio boxer speaks out after knockout victory stirs up controversy online
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Indio boxer, Jocelyn Camarillo, is sharing her story after a knockout victory last month. The 19-year-old knocked out opponent, Isis Sio, in the first round in under a minute. Camarillo says the victory celebration quickly turned into shock, after Sio didn’t wake up and was later placed into a medically induced
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CalFresh changes take effect, raising concerns across the Coachella Valley
Coachella Valley, Calif. (KESQ) – New changes to CalFresh benefits are now in effect across California, creating uncertainty for thousands of families who rely on the program for food assistance. State officials say the updates stem from new federal legislation that modifies eligibility requirements and how benefits are calculated. As a result, some households may
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Sheriff Bianco files formal response to California Supreme Court in ballot probe
California Attorney General Rob Bonta is pressing his case in court to stop Sheriff Chad Bianco’s investigation into the November 2025 special election, while Bianco is seeking the appointment of a special master to oversee the investigation.
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Takeaways from the Supreme Court arguments on Trump’s effort to end automatic birthright citizenship
By John Fritze, Tierney Sneed, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s push to end automatic birthright citizenship was met by a suspicious Supreme Court on Wednesday, with liberal and conservative justices raising tough questions about reimagining the way citizenship has been understood in the United States for more than a century. Over the
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New numbers show how Desert Hot Springs fire station is boosting public safety
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Fire Station 98 in Desert Hot Springs was a critical addition to the city’s public safety goals. The City of Desert Hot Springs hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new station Wednesday morning, though the station became operational last November. News Channel 3’s Kendall Flynn first brought you inside
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Gusty winds, blowing sand and dust & cooler temps
Highs today will be in the mid-80s, but the winds will remain persistent as a front tracks through the region. A Wind Advisory is in place now through 11 p.m. tomorrow due to the intensity of those winds. Winds on the Valley floor will consistently be in the 25 to 35 m.p.h. range. Highs will
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