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DSUSD works to keep students safe after man drives onto elementary campus with gun

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A 27-year-old man was arrested at Andrew Jackson Elementary School last Thursday after police allegedly found a loaded firearm, a magazine, and multiple narcotics packaged for sale in his vehicle. Authorities said because the suspect was “considered armed and dangerous, detectives immediately detained him without incident to protect the safety of students,

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RSO conducts massive ‘quality of life operation’ in Palm Desert, arrests 48 in one day

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Riverside County Sheriff’s office conducted a “quality of life” operation in Palm Desert on Monday, making 48 arrests on misdemeanor and felony violations. They also issued 26 citations for traffic related offenses. Some residents were concerned by the police presence, and expressed worry for the homeless population in the

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Convergence Beauty Summit brings beauty educators and enthusiasts to Palm Springs

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Hosted by celebrity hairstylists Ted Gibson and Jason Backe, the inaugural Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit is coming to Palm Springs this weekend. The two-day event plans to bring beauty professionals and consumers together for educative and immersive experiences. “We noticed how the beauty business is changing and how the

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Rancho Mirage High School presents disaster preparedness student show

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Students at Rancho Mirage High School are presenting an original production, “Seismic Survivors,” to teach the community about earthquake preparedness. The entire community is invited to their Thursday, April 30th production at 6:00 p.m., free of charge. The student-led initiative aims to inform residents on how to respond when an earthquake

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Some Salton Sea residents skeptical new conservancy can improve environment after years of health issues

SALTON CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the creation of the Salton Sea Conservancy, which is meant to restore the habitat in the area and improve air quality. It’s the state’s first conservancy in 15 years. “For too long, communities around the Salton Sea have carried the burden of environmental challenges and

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“Coachella Valley is more than a music festival” activist organization speaks out during Coachella

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – United Youth We Stand, a local activist organization, is speaking out in support of the valley’s immigrant communities amidst the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.  “Coachella is one of the biggest international festivals, but I think it’s important to showcase what really is Coachella. It is a land of a

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