Luis Avila

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — With large crowds expected for this weekend’s Festival of Lights Parade, the Palm Springs Police Department is rolling out strengthened safety measures focused on traffic flow and crowd management. The department reviewed last year’s event, including a motorcycle accident involving an officer, and used those findings to adjust parts of

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – City officials in Indio are pushing for clarity on recent immigration enforcement in the area, seeking information about who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and why the public has been left in the dark. Council member Oscar Ortiz is leading the effort to request data from

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As the holiday season ramps up, local authorities are reminding drivers to stay alert and keep their vehicles secure, warning that car thefts tend to rise during this time of year. Crowded shopping centers and busy parking lots create an environment where thefts can happen quickly and often go unnoticed. Despite

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Downtown retailers are seeing a welcome boost this weekend as shoppers turned out in strong numbers for Small Business Saturday, an annual event encouraging people to support locally owned shops and restaurants. Store owners along Palm Canyon Drive said the day brought steady foot traffic, enthusiastic customers, and a noticeable

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Cabazon Band of Cahuilla Indians are celebrating their 42nd annual Powwow at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino this weekend, bringing together community members and visitors to honor Native American culture, tradition, and heritage. The event featured a lively display of music, dance, and colorful attire, with gourd rattles and drums filling

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — As families and friends gather for Thanksgiving, a growing number of people are choosing to skip the kitchen and let local restaurants handle the holiday cooking. According to recent data, 53% of Americans expect to get at least part of their Thanksgiving meal from a restaurant, up sharply from 37%

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – With Thanksgiving just hours away, local plumbers are preparing for a surge in service calls. They say the day after the holiday — often dubbed “Brown Friday” — is their busiest of the year. Jeff May, CEO of Southwest Plumbing, explained that heavy cooking and extra guests put significant pressure

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A major affordable housing development has been approved in Palm Desert — but the decision came without a city council vote or any opportunity for community input, leaving many residents with mixed reactions. The 298-unit project, planned for the corner of Cook Street and Frank Sinatra across from the Cal

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A major route in and out of Palm Springs is shut down this week. North Indian Canyon Drive is closed between Palm Springs Station Road and Garnet Avenue, a closure that began early Monday at 2 a.m. and will continue through Thursday. For many residents, including Blanca Torres, the

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Conditions remain dry for now across the valley, but officials warn that could change quickly as a storm system moves in this weekend. Along the I-10 corridor, commuters are bracing for what could become a hazardous stretch of wet weather. A flood watch now in effect as of Friday night.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs City Council has approved the development of what would become the tallest building in the city, despite opposition from some residents. The development will replace a parking lot along Andreas Road with a seven- and nine-story building, reaching just under 100 feet. The unanimous decision on Wednesday

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – After years of construction and millions of dollars, the long-awaited CV Link is officially open — a 40-mile path stretching from Palm Springs to Coachella, connecting neighborhoods, parks, and cities along the way. But despite the grand opening, some residents, including Chuck, say the path is not seeing the turnout

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — A quiet Palm Desert neighborhood is on edge after a string of late-night doorbell pranks have escalated into acts of vandalism and safety concerns. Residents say “ding-dong ditch” games have turned into something more serious — with kids not only ringing doorbells but also kicking doors and damaging property. Security

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – With Palm Springs Pride Weekend just days away, local health officials are stepping up efforts to keep celebrations both joyful and safe. As tens of thousands are expected to attend parades, parties, and community events, Riverside County health leaders are increasing outreach, education, and vaccination availability to prevent the spread

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) — Hours after polls closed Tuesday night, things had quieted down at the Riverside County Registrar of Voters. But earlier in the day, the scene was much different — filled with long lines, steady traffic, and a strong turnout of eager voters. Throughout the day, residents arrived to cast their ballots in

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Local senior centers in the Coachella Valley are preparing for a surge in demand as SNAP benefits come to a stop amid the ongoing government shutdown. Tens of thousands of older adults now face difficult choices about how to put food on the table, and many are turning to local

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A new public art installation on the Fred Waring Bridge near Madison Street in Indio is turning heads after going viral on social media. The artwork, which creates a flipbook-style optical illusion as drivers pass by, features a series of images that appear to move. Many residents say they’re impressed by

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — As Halloween approaches, police across the Coachella Valley are reminding parents to stay alert and carefully inspect their children’s candy before letting them dig in. While reports of fentanyl-laced treats are rare, law enforcement officials say the ongoing drug crisis warrants extra caution. Indio Police Sergeant Abraham Plata says that simple precautions