PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – National surveys show religious participation across the United States has remained largely unchanged in recent years. After decades of decline, researchers say there is no clear evidence of a widespread religious revival, particularly among young adults. But in the Coachella Valley, some local faith leaders say they are seeing increased
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It’s another beautiful day across SoCal, with highs in the md and upper 70s! We’re expecting upper 70s this afternoon. Some cooler temps will arrive later this week, numbers will drop closer to our seasonal norm in the lower 70s by Thursday. Play at the AMEX Golf Tournament in La Quinta begins on Thursday, and
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EARTHQUAKE UPDATE: A 4.9 magnitude quake shook the valley about 12 miles NNE of Indio. Most of the Coachella Valley experienced several seconds of moderate shaking. As of 11:30pm Monday, we’re seen 7 aftershocks at or over 2.5 in magnitude. Dozens more associated with this event below 2.0. Fantastic weather on this extended 3-day weekend,
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Update 1/20/26 A small earthquake with a magnitude of 3.6 has struck about 4.3 miles northeast of Indio HIlls and 11.2 miles north of Indio, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The shaker is likely an aftershock to yesterday’s 4.9 temblor in the same general area. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, there have been
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PALM DESERT, Calif. — A Sig Alert remains in effect Monday after a camper trailer overturned on westbound Interstate 10 just west of Washington Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. CHP officials said no injuries were reported, but the overturned trailer blocked the fast lane, which remains closed for cleanup and towing operations. The
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. — Authorities are investigating a three‑vehicle crash Monday night on Varner Road near the intersection of Cook Street. The collision happened north of Interstate 10, just west of the Classic Club and Acrisure Arena. Officials said it has been classified as a major injury crash, though additional details on the number of
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) — The PGA TOUR is back in town for the second stop of the season and the 67th playing of the American Express. The tournament starts Thursday, Jan. 22 and will finish on Sunday, Jan. 25. The 2026 American Express will feature 156 professionals, many of whom were on site Monday
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INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – Residentes de Indio solicitaron de nueva cuenta apoyo por que según ellos el complejo habitacional donde residen se encuentra en constante vandalización por parte de personas sin hogar que invaden la propiedad, que adicionalmente es catalogada como propiedad privada. Así mismo, se presentan otros problemas que van más allá de cuestiones estéticas, debido a la falta de mantenimiento por parte de la asociación de la propiedad, quienes dentro del reglamento mencionan
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The First Community Baptist Church in Desert Hot Springs hosted a symposium today to empower youth, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King. Organizers say the goal is to encourage middle school and high school students to dream big and plan boldly. “The goal is to teach them about
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Fantástico clima para este fin de semana extendido de 3 días, incluyendo hoy, el Día de Martin Luther King Jr., con máximas en el valle que alcanzarán los 70 °F y algunos 80 °F. Esta noche se presenta mayormente despejada y bastante templada en el Valle de Coachella, con temperaturas máximas y mínimas superiores al promedio. Las
Continue Reading COACHELLA VALLEY. Calif (KUNA) – Un fuerte sismo ha sacudido gran parte del Valle de Coachella. Según el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS), se reportó un sismo de magnitud 4.9 cerca de la zona de Indio Hills justo antes de las 6 p.m. Según informes, el sismo se sintió en Desert Hot Springs, Palm
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Hidden dangers on a Palm Springs road. A deadly hit-and-run on Vista Chino over the weekend has renewed concerns among Palm Springs residents and pedestrians who say the stretch of road has long been dangerous. Henrietta Ruiz lives not far from the site of the incident. She says she wasn’t
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KUNA) – El viernes, agentes del Departamento de Policía de Cathedral City arrestaron a un hombre acusado de agredir sexualmente a una menor con discapacidad intelectual. Los investigadores informaron que el incidente se reportó en la madrugada del 1 de enero de 2026. Informaron que la joven de 14 años caminaba hacia el
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IDYLLWILD, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s a great day to get outside this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, especially as California is waiving entry fees to over 200 state parks in honor of Dr. King’s legacy. Locally in Riverside County, there are several parks participating in Monday’s free access: Anza-Borrego Desert SP (also in Imperial & San
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High pressure remains in place today, and temps will run close to ten degrees above normal today. Expect temps to reach 80 later this afternoon. Highs through the week are expected to slowly drop closer to our seasonal norms, into the lower 70s by the end of the week.
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EL DORADO PALM ESTATES, Calif. (KESQ) – Dozens of El Dorado Palm Estates neighbors held a peaceful protest Sunday. Organizers said they’re voicing opposition to President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement policies and the administrations push to gain control over Greenland. “It causes more damage to the image of our country,” Bill Holzhauer, attendee, said. “There’s
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s another warm one in the Coachella Valley! Notably, we’re seeing some more clouds today, but there’s still plenty of sunshine and it hasn’t stopped us from warming into the upper 70s across much of the valley. I’m anticipating temperatures a touch warmer than today, likely at 80° on the
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Indio is preparing for a busy 2026, with several major infrastructure and community-focused projects aimed at improving quality of life for residents and supporting long-term growth. City leaders say the planned investments focus on public safety, recreation, flood control, and downtown development. One of the largest projects is the
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Community members held a protest this morning from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Highway 111 near the ARCO in Cathedral City. Organizers have been protesting outside the ARCO every Sunday since the summer. Another group will be protesting across the street, outside El Dorado Palm Estates at 2 p.m.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Art Festival has multiple weekends set for 2026, with the first being this weekend Jan 17 -18. Art will include mixed media, glass artwork, sculptures and more. The festival will be open from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m on each day and admission is free. The event
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