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2024 BNP Paribas Open economic impact nears $1 billion
The 2024 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells generated an estimated total economic impact of over $852 million on the Coachella Valley regional economy, according to a recently released economic impact report. This counts as an increase of over 50% since a 2022 study initiated by George Washington University. Check Out Our BNP Paribas Open The post 2024 BNP Paribas Open economic impact nears $1 billion appeared first on KESQ.
California has Imposed a New Tax on Guns. What are the Impacts?
Starting July 1, California became the first state to charge an extra tax on guns and ammunition. The new 11% tax will be added on top of the current federal and state tax. Supporters say will this help reduce gun violence, but opponents say this will impact gun sales and a violation of the Second The post California has Imposed a New Tax on Guns. What are the Impacts? appeared first on KESQ.
Humid heat remains; Excessive Heat Watch over the weekend as temperatures warm
We've experienced humid heat this week as elevated moisture levels made things uncomfortable in the Coachella Valley. More moisture will continue to move in tomorrow morning, with dew points around 60° to 70° across much of the region. The extra moisture also elevates the chance of storms in...
Sunny Skies Ahead: Jerry Steffen Predicts Perfect Weekend Weather
Today will be sunny with highs around 85°F. Winds from the northwest at 10-15 mph will bring some relief from the heat. Tonight, expect clear skies with temperatures dropping to a comfortable 60°F. The weekend looks promising with more sunny days and highs in the mid-80s.
BNP Paribas Open added $852 million to local economy in March, new study finds
The figure marks a 51% increase over the last economic impact study conducted following the 2022 event, which reported a total of $565 million entering the local economy during the event. Palm Springs Desert Sun. The BNP Paribas Open’s impact to the Coachella Valley economy was more than $400 million...
Shooting investigation in Desert Hot Springs
Police are responding to a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Desert Hot Springs. The shooting was reported just after 5:00 p.m. on Two Bunch Palms Trail right in front of Desert Springs Middle School. Details remain limited. News Channel 3 spoke with a couple of residents at the scene who confirmed...
Carl's Jr. Tests New Everything Seasoning Shake and More
Carl's Jr. features everything bagel seasoning in a test of the Everything Shake, Double Everything Burger, and Everything Breakfast Burger for a limited time at participating locations in Palm Springs, CA. The Everything Shake features hand-scooped vanilla ice cream blended with everything bagel seasoning and milk, crowned with whipped topping.
Parents of fallen Marine Hunter Lopez honor son at 2024 Republican National Convention
The parents of fallen local Marine Corporal Hunter Lopez were among the Gold Star families honored Wednesday night at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Herman and Alicia Lopez took center stage to speak out about their son's passing and honor the lives of the service members who were lost nearly three years ago. Hunter Lopez, The post Parents of fallen Marine Hunter Lopez honor son at 2024 Republican National Convention appeared first on KESQ.
Worldwide Tech Outage Causes Delays at Palm Springs International Airport
A massive global technology outage caused by a botched cybersecurity firm software update knocked out computer systems Friday and disrupted a number of scheduled flights at Palm Springs International Airport. A Delta Airlines flight to Salt Lake City was delayed by more than two hours and several other departures endured...
HIGHWAY 111 STREET PAVING PROJECT TO TAKE PLACE JULY 22-24, 2024
July 22-24, 2024, from 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. What: The contractor will grind down the top surface of the roadway and replace it with new asphalt. Also included in the project are minor adjustments to utility covers in the roadway, replacing all traffic striping and roadway markings on the new asphalt surface. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction, and the use of alternate routes is encouraged to avoid possible delays. Work is being done at night to reduce the impact on the community.
Over Half a Million Dollars in Narcotics Seized
(El Centro Sector Border Patrol Agents stop a freightliner near Coachella)...The rig was traveling North on Highway 86 recently.. During the stop, a Border Patrol K-9 team alerted to thee vehicle. The semi and the driver were transported to the Indio Border Patrol Station. The liquid in the fuel tanks tested positive or methamphetamine. The total weight of the meth came in at 450 poundds, with a street value of $540,000. The driver of the rig, a 31 year old Mexican citizen was arrested and the vehicle was seized, along with the methamphetamine.
Small earthquake strikes near San Jacinto, Hemet
A 2.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded near San Jacinto at 8:12 a.m. Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. There were no reports of damage or injuries. The USGS had preliminarily said the temblor was of a 3.1 magnitude but later downgraded its strength to 2.8. The quake was centered 3.4 miles...
Nancy Karen (Stiffler) Demeke
Nancy Karen (Stiffler) Demeke formerly of Hemet, CA; Mesa, AZ; and Northridge, CA passed away on July 8, 2024. She was born on November 22, 1941 in Indiana, PA; the daughter of Leila Willivene Stiffler (née Klingensmith) and James Seward Stiffler.
Riverside Motel 6 shooter convicted of first-degree murder
A convicted felon who gunned down a Riverside motel guest after the victim punched him was convicted Wednesday of first-degree murder. A Riverside jury deliberated less than a day before finding Robert Donald Intong, 48, of Desert Hot Springs guilty of the 2021 slaying of 31-year-old Cole William Birchard of Riverside.
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