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Local theater group ‘Dezart Performs’ to renovate Palm Springs church into new playhouse

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Local theater organization Dezart Performs is transforming a historic church in Palm Springs into at state-of-the-art professional theater. Architects have just been selected to create the new playhouse, which is set to open this November. The multi-million dollar project is expected to turn the First Church of Christ, Scientist on

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Desert Recreation District offers free swimming lessons for kids through ‘Operation Splash’

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley kids can enjoy free swim lessons this summer, thanks to a grant awarded to the Desert Recreation District by Kaiser Permanente. “Operation Splash” aims to equip local families with lifesaving water safety skills. The $85,000 grant will provide thousands of children in low income neighborhoods with free swim lessons,

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CVPC Dist. Trustee on Memorial Day: “We want to honor those that have allowed us to have freedom”

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Public Cemetery District honored our valley’s fallen heroes during a special ceremony on Memorial Day.  CVPC Trustee Dr. Bruce Underwood says the turnout this year was better than previous years. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with Dr. Underwood about CVPC and why it’s important for the

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Study shows Palm Springs International Airport brings billions into economy; creates thousands of jobs

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – According to a new study, Palm Springs International Airport generates 2.5 billion dollars into our regional economy, while supporting more than 18,000 jobs. The “2025 Economic Impact Study” was commissioned by the airport, which also found that PSP generated 864 million dollars in wages paid, with 382 million dollars in

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Impact Grant: 29-PSP

News Channel 3 and the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation presented another Impact Grant to a local nonprofit working to improve lives and help those in need. A $5,000 charitable gift was just awarded to 29-PSP, which provides complimentary transportation for active-duty military members and their loved ones between Twentynine Palms and the Palm

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PSPD Chief: Other people could face charges if they had prior knowledge of Palm Springs explosion

Update 6/4/25 A Washington state man was arrested in connection with the Palm Springs bombing. Daniel Park, of Kent, Washington, was charged with providing and attempting to provide material support to a terrorist. More Details: WA man arrested for allegedly aiding Palm Springs fertility clinic bomber Original Report: 5/19/25 PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Police

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‘Foster Care Awareness Month’ highlights need for local court appointed special advocate volunteers

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – More than 6,000 children in Riverside County will spend time in foster care this year, and dedicated court appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteers can change their lives. May is “Foster Care Awareness Month,” and the organization Voices for Children has an urgent need for CASA volunteers. While social workers, attorneys

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U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration raises awareness about the dangers of fentanyl

It’s a deadly crisis gripping communities across the nation, and the Coachella Valley is no exception. Tuesday is National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and the DEA is teaming up with local agencies to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the staggering impact it’s having on families. Fentanyl is now considered the greatest drug threat

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