Video
First Responders brace for more heat related calls during March heat wave
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the Coachella Valley is sweating out record hot temperatures in March, emergency crews are ramping up for a possible influx of calls due to heat-related issues. According to Captain Skyberg of Palm Springs Fire, many of the calls expected will involve hikers and people exercising outdoors. The biggest factor
Continue Reading
Cielo Vista Charter School recognized as Palm Springs’ first Blue Zones school
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)- Cielo Vista Charter School in Palm Springs has been designated the city’s first Blue Zones–approved school, earning recognition for building a culture focused on well-being for students, staff, and families. The designation highlights the school’s efforts to promote healthier lifestyles through community-driven changes. Blue Zones, a broader health initiative, works with
Continue Reading
Record heat continues through the weekend
Highs hit record levels in many Valley cities yesterday, and with big margins. In Palm Springs, the record temperature exceeded the previous record by a full 11 degrees! High pressure remains the driving force across the Western U.S. pushing temps well into the triple digits far earlier than we usually expect. Today, we’ll also best
Continue Reading
Descarrilamiento de tren cerca del Salton Sea en Mecca/North Shore
MECCA, Calif. (KUNA) – Equipos de emergencia se encuentran en el lugar del descarrilamiento de un tren en el área de Mecca/North Shore, cerca del Salton Sea. Según Cal Fire, el tren descarriló poco después de las 5:00 p. m. cerca de Parkside Drive y la autopista 111. Al menos 20 vagones descarrilaron y un equipo especializado en
Continue Reading
Barracuda beat Firebirds 5-1, snap Coachella Valley’s four-game win streak
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The Coachella Valley Firebirds lost to the San Jose Barracuda on Wednesday morning at Tech CU Arena by the final score of 5-1. The game had an unusual start time of 10:30 a.m. J.R. Avon scored the Firebirds’ only goal, coming at the 12:54 mark of the third period, assisted
Continue Reading
DCA’s first-year hockey program competing in USA Hockey High School National Championships
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Hockey Academy is a first-year program in the Coachella Valley, affiliated with Desert Christian Academy. The Conquerors already have a state championship under their belt and now they’re gearing up for a new stage at nationals. “There’s something special a little bit when you’re first starting something out,”
Continue Reading
Hombre acusado de homicidio en Desert Hot Springs
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KUNA) – Se han presentado cargos en relación con un homicidio ocurrido en Desert Hot Springs. La Fiscalía del Condado de Riverside confirmó que Aaron Espinoza, de 29 años y residente de Desert Hot Springs, enfrenta cargos por asesinato en segundo grado, entre otros. Esto ocurre luego de que la policía de
Continue Reading
Local advocate who worked closely with Cesar Chavez, speaks on sexual abuse allegations
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – “I believe them,” local farmworker advocate Amalia DeAztlan said, after hearing of sexual abuse allegations made against her late peer and civil rights leader, Cesar Chavez. Earlier this week, a New York Times investigation shared substantial evidence that Chavez sexually molested and groomed young girls during the height of his
Continue Reading
Desfile del equipo de fútbol femenino de la preparatoria Coachella Valley este fin de semana
Thermal, Calif. (KUNA) – El Desfile de Campeonas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Coachella Valley homenajeará al equipo de fútbol femenino de la preparatoria Coachella Valley este fin de semana. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Coachella Valley, el Supervisor del Condado de Riverside, V. Manuel Pérez, la Oficina de Educación del Condado de Riverside, la Fundación
Continue Reading
Rare March heat pushes EMS calls higher as cooling centers open across the Coachella Valley
Palm Springs has opened cooling centers early due to a rare March heat wave, with temperatures expected to remain above 100 degrees, and health officials warn that older adults are particularly at risk.
Continue Reading
Tracking record-breaking heat this week
It is hot out there! Temperatures today have soared past 100°F, smashing the previous record for the day of 95°F. We are under a First Alert Weather Alert through Saturday as we track dangerous and record-breaking heat. We are also under an Extreme heat Warning from the National Weather Service. Most of the LA area
Continue Reading
Outdoor businesses adjust as work changes in extreme heat
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Businesses that work outside are changing how they work as extreme heat continues. Landscapers now start work early in the morning or in the evening to avoid the hottest hours. They also take more breaks, drink more water, and wear protective clothing to stay safe. Some companies are even having
Continue Reading
Residentes de North se ven afectados por no contar con un código postal propio
NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KUNA) – Debido a que los poblados de Mecca y North Shore comparten el mismo código postal diversas problemáticas roden a los residentes de North Shore, como es el caso del transporte, ya que comentan que tanto instituciones públicas como privadas dificilmente brindan servicio en el área. Conversamos con algunas de las
Continue Reading
