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Temps approach record levels this afternoon
High pressure once again is taking center stage in our forecast, and that will push temps close to a record later today. The record sits at 100, and we’ll top out in the upper 90s today. That ridge of high pressure will keep temps near 100 degrees for the remainder of the week. Through the
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Community members respond to Coachella Mayor’s guilty plea
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Local leaders are speaking out as questions grow about accountability and what comes next for the city of Coachella. It comes after Mayor Steven Hernandez pleaded guilty to one felony count of conflict of interest Tuesday morning at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. Megan Beaman-Jacinto, a former Coachella city council
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Near Record Temps Continue Mid-Week
After a slightly cooler Tuesday–only about 10 degrees above average–temperatures begin climbing a little more and our stretch of hot weather this week continues. Temperatures return to the low 100s by Wednesday. Mid to late week temperatures run about 15 to 20 degrees above average and highs climbing into the low triple digits. Our persistent
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Impact Grant: Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus
News Channel 3 and the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation presented another Impact Grant to improve lives and help those in need. A $25,000 charitable gift was awarded to the Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus to strengthen food access for students. At the college, freshmen Sebastian Bautista and Emiliano Barajas find it
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Student-Athlete of the Week – Alyssa Lopez
LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – Alyssa Lopez, a senior distance runner for La Quinta High School track and field is this weeks student-athlete of the week. A title her head coach Brian Ansley says is well deserved. “She deserves it all because she really works hard in the classroom, and of course, on the track,” Ansley
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Local farmers see surge in fertilizer costs due to War in Iran
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Shipping disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz have led to an increase in fertilizer costs, as one third of all nitrogen-rich fertilizer shipped globally goes through the Strait of Hormuz. “Locally, the farmers seen about a 10% to 15% increase on their fertilizers, where the global markets increase 50% to 60%,”
Continue Reading Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez pleads guilty to conflict of interest charge
Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez is facing a nine-count grand jury indictment alleging conflict-of-interest violations and perjury tied to city actions and financial disclosure forms, to which he has pleaded not guilty.
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El alcalde de Coachella, Steven Hernández, se declara culpable de un delito de conflicto de intereses
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – El alcalde de Coachella, Steven Hernández, se ha declarado culpable de un delito grave por conflicto de intereses. Hernández fue condenado a dos años de libertad condicional, un día de prisión —con el tiempo ya cumplido descontado— y 200 horas de servicios comunitarios, además de multas y tasas. Los ocho cargos
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Experts warn California could break gas price record
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California drivers could soon face record-breaking pain at the pump as fuel prices continue their steady climb, analysts warn. Ongoing conflict involving Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, sending crude prices higher and rapidly increasing costs at the pump. According to AAA, the state average is $5.82, an increase of
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Near-record heat persists
Highs today will top out in the upper 90s, a few degrees warmer than yesterday’s (very reasonable) 95 temp. The broad ridge of high pressure that created last week’s heat dome will continue to influence our forecast this week, pushing us back into triple digits as soon as tomorrow. There is a hint of some
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Palm Springs International Airport reports smooth travel despite TSA strain
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Long lines are causing major headaches at some of the busiest airports in the country. At Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), it’s a different story. PSP officials said operations are moving smoothly. PSP Spokesperson Jake Ingrassia said in a full statement: “Travel is running smoothly at Palm Springs International Airport, with
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Second gliding accident in Salton Sea area since February prompts concern
NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KESQ) – In the last two months, two people gliding near the Salton Sea have been seriously injured after crashing in gliding accidents. On Sunday morning, CAL FIRE Riverside County Fire Department reported a hang glider crashed into power lines in North Shore. According to officials, the glider pilot was transported to
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Desert Christian Academy takes title at USA Hockey National Championships
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Christian Academy hockey went from first to, well, first. In their first year as a program, the Conquerors are national champions after taking the title at the Chipotle-USA Hockey High School National Championships in Plymouth, Minnesota on Sunday. In their first year, Desert Christian Academy are national champions. Pretty incredible
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Low 100s as Near Record Temps Continue
A day without record heat! Finally! Prior to today we’ve hit records 9 of the last 10 days. The Coachella Valley will stays 15 to 20 degrees above average in the low 100s thanks to strong high pressure through Friday. After a “cooler” day in the low to mid 90s, near-record heat continues through the
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Solar tax program gives customers discount on solar systems
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Through the One Big Beautiful Bill, the 30% solar tax credit for residents expired on December 31, 2025. However, businesses and leasing companies still qualify for the tax credit until July 4th. Several leasing companies are offering solar systems at a discounted price for customers because they benefit from the
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Farmers face unprecedented heat challenges in Coachella Valley fields
Farmers in Coachella Valley are facing an unexpected and record-shattering heat wave in March, which is creating a real danger for their crops and potentially changing the season before it has fully begun.
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