Teachers come forward about safety issues at CVHS, school board refuses to respond
This school year has certainly been anything but certain. KESQ has shown the public the alarming fights breaking out at Desert Hot Springs High…
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British tennis star Andy Murray has missing wedding ring and smelly sneakers returned while in town for BNP Paribas Open
(CNN) Andy Murray is back in the “good books” after tracking down the wedding ring he lost when his sneakers went missing earlier this week. The…
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Tennis player Andy Murray asks for help: He says wedding ring was stolen while in Indian Wells for BNP Paribas Open
(CNN) It’s safe to say that Andy Murray has had a nightmare while preparing for the BNP Paribas Open tournament in Indian Wells this week…
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Troubled Waters: The ‘White Gold Rush’ at Salton Sea is slow going but holds major lithium pay dirt
The “white gold rush” at the Salton Sea is on as the world market for lithium increases each year. Lithium is called “white gold” for its silvery…
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Crew breaks ground on third annual St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in Coachella Valley
KESQ and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital kicked off the 3rd annual St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in Coachella Valley with a groundbreaking…
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The Living Desert celebrates World Rhino Day ahead of new ‘Rhino Savanna’ habitat opening
Celebrate World Rhino Day! In honor of the designation, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is celebrating World Rhino Day by announcing an official…
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UCR Palm Desert to offer fascinating classes for local seniors
UC Riverside Palm Desert is now offering a variety of classes for seniors. The Osher Lifelong Learning Program has transitioned from the Riverside…
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Hospitals run low on beds across Coachella Valley
Coachella Valley’s three hospitals reported zero to lower-than-usual bed availability on Thursday. Hospital spokespeople from Eisenhower Health as…
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Celebrate National Dog Day on August 26!
National Dog Day is being celebrated across the country on Thursday! From precious pets to life-saving Labradors, the day encourages people to share…
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Changes happening at the Salton Sea on a state & federal level
You might have smelt it a couple weeks ago: the stench of rotten eggs. Long time Coachella Valley residents know that funky smell can waft over from…
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Ronald Reagan Elementary teacher is June ‘One Class At A Time’ winner
Congratulations to Michelle Veliz of Ronald Reagan Elementary School! She is the “One Class At A Time” award winner for the month of June. Veliz said…
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Troubled Waters: Extended Interview with Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia
State Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia discusses the issues surrounding previous projects to save the Salton Sea in this extended interview from our…
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Troubled Waters: Extended Interview with Congressman Raul Ruiz
Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz talks about the Salton Sea in this extended interview from “Troubled Waters: The Salton Sea Project.” Click here to visit…
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Firefighters contain tamarisk tree fire off 10 freeway in Rancho Mirage
No injuries have been reported in a fire that broke out Tuesday morning off the I-10 freeway near the Bob Hope exit. Firefighters battling this blaze…
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Troubled Waters: The Salton Sea Project Part 4 – Salton Sea Plea
Across the vast expanse of the Salton Sea, white gold can be found deep below the waters. The Salton Sea has been called “Lithium Valley” for good…
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Troubled Waters: The Salton Sea Project Part 3 – A Lake Languished
Along the dusty shoreline of the Salton Sea, you could blink and you’d miss it: the Ski Inn, the only bar around the east side of the lake for 40…
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Troubled Waters: The Salton Sea Project Part 2 – ‘Toxic Exposure’
It’s a strange phenomenon when the average Californian can tell you more about the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tahoe or the dizzyingly good times at…
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Troubled Waters: The Salton Sea Project Part 1 – Paradise Lost
Just a short drive south of Palm Springs, you’ll find California’s largest lake. The drive along the circumference of the Salton Sea reveals…
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A spotlight on the world-class sculptors behind the award statues of the Palm Springs International Film Festival
The iconic awards of the Palm Springs International Film Festival awards gala have been placed in the hands of some of the biggest celebrities in the…
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Teenager in critical condition, suspect sought in early morning stabbing in Downtown Palm Springs
Update: The teen has died from his injuries. He was identified as James Bernard, 17, of Twentynine Palms. Original Story: As of Wednesday evening a…
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