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June 29, 2026

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Yucca Valley couple found dead in apparent joint-suicide

Yucca Valley couple found dead in apparent joint-suicide

YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department says a couple was found dead after deputies conducted a wellness check Friday afternoon. Morongo Basin deputies say they responded to the 7000 block of Aster Avenue in reference to a welfare check. A deputy reportedly observed the residents through a window, motionless. After

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Theft suspect arrested after pursuit ends in Palm Springs; second suspect at-large

Theft suspect arrested after pursuit ends in Palm Springs; second suspect at-large

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — One man is in custody after a sheriff's pursuit that began near Cabazon ended in Palm Springs Sunday afternoon. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department says at 3:28 p.m., deputies located a vehicle wanted for grand theft in the area of the eastbound I-10 Freeway and Morongo Trail in Cabazon. Deputies

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One killed, one injured in overnight shooting in North Shore

One killed, one injured in overnight shooting in North Shore

NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KESQ) — The Riverside County Sheriff's Department says one man is dead and another is injured but stable after a shooting in North Shore in the early hours Sunday morning. At 12:08 a.m., deputies from the Thermal Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 98000 block of Surfside Avenue in North Shore, regarding

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Shelter dogs from Coachella Valley among 100+ found dead at Northern California “no-kill” shelter

Shelter dogs from Coachella Valley among 100+ found dead at Northern California “no-kill” shelter

FORTUNA, Calif. (KESQ) — Authorities with the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office say deputies have found mass graves containing the remains of more than 100 dogs on the grounds of an animal sanctuary in northern California The sheriff's department says an investigation into reports of animal cruelty and fraud at Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary, located at 1603

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Fire damages Palm Springs Cultural Center

Fire damages Palm Springs Cultural Center

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Cleanup is underway at the Palm Springs Cultural Center after a fire broke out Saturday night, forcing evacuations and drawing a rapid response from firefighters. The Palm Springs Fire Department says crews were called to the 2300 block of East Baristo Road just after 7:30 p.m. for reports of a

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Weeklong film festival ‘ShortFest’ begins wrap up with award ceremony and final screenings

Weeklong film festival ‘ShortFest’ begins wrap up with award ceremony and final screenings

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The weeklong celebration at the 32nd edition of ShortFest begins to wrap up with film screenings and awards ceremony recognizing the talented filmmakers and their work. $30,000 in cash prizes will be distributed to films in categories ranging from Best Documentary Short to Best Comedy Short. The festival's top honor,

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Gene Autry Trail closed at the whitewater wash amid the windy weekend

Gene Autry Trail closed at the whitewater wash amid the windy weekend

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - North Gene Autry Trail is closed at the whitewater wash in Palm Springs due to blowing sand and low visibility. Just before 1:30 Sunday morning, the Palm Springs Police Department sent an alert that the roadway was closed between Salvia Road and Via Escuela. Stay with News Channel 3 to

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When phones fail: Ham radio operators prepare for emergencies

When phones fail: Ham radio operators prepare for emergencies

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) - Amateur radio operators from the Desert RATS gathered at the Cathedral City Library for ARRL Field Day, an event focused on emergency communications and disaster preparedness. The annual exercise gives ham radio operators a chance to practice communicating without relying on cell service, internet or the power grid — skills

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