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Police find vehicle suspected of crashing into Burger Box in Indio

Update – 8/4/26 Police said Sunday after 5:00 p.m., the vehicle’s registered owner called dispatch, claiming that a 22-year-old male โ€œcousinโ€ had taken his 2024 Chevy pickup without permission. Surveillance video of the crash The vehicle, now in the owner’s possession, was processed by officers, and the owner was interviewed. The case remains under investigation

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Man arrested before allegedly attempting to flee state after hit-and-run; victim’s caretaker speaks out

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A Desert Hot Springs man accused of critically injuring a pedestrian in a hit-and-run crash was arrested before investigators say he could leave California. According to police, detectives used Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras to quickly identify the suspect vehicle, obtain its license plate, and develop

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Local nonprofit supports grandparents raising their grandchildren

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)ย โ€” A day of swimming, games and laughter brought dozens of families together Sunday as Grandparents Love hosted its annual “Sunday Fun Day” at the Westin Rancho Mirage. The nonprofit serves grandparents across Riverside and San Bernardino counties who unexpectedly become full-time caregivers for their grandchildren because of family tragedies, incarceration, or

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Lettuce illness outbreak sparks concern among Coachella Valley residents

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A nationwide foodborne illness outbreak linked to contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants is raising concerns among Coachella Valley shoppers, even though no local cases have been reported. Federal health officials say at least 1,644 people in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia have become sick

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Triple-digit heat increases risk of vehicle fires across the Coachella Valley

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) โ€“ As temperatures continue climbing into the triple digits, local fire officials and mechanics are reminding drivers that extreme heat can put added stress on vehicles, increasing the risk of breakdowns and even fires. Vehicle fires are a common emergency response during the summer months. According to CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department,

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First monsoon storms of the season expected to bring rain, wind, and flooding concerns to Coachella Valley

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The first monsoon storms of the season are expected to move into the Coachella Valley next week, bringing the possibility of heavy rain, strong winds, blowing dust, and flash flooding. Emergency officials are reminding residents to prepare ahead of the storms, as desert weather can change quickly and create dangerous

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Palm Springs Unified School District opens enrollment for early childhood education programs

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) โ€” Palm Springs Unified School District is now accepting enrollment for its Early Childhood Education programs, offering eligible families free early learning opportunities designed to prepare young children for success in school and beyond. The district’s Early Childhood Education Department is enrolling children in its Head Start, Early Head Start and

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Palm Springs Air Museum celebrates Fourth of July with historic flyovers

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) โ€” Thousands of people spent the Fourth of July at the Palm Springs Air Museum, where historic aircraft, patriotic flyovers and military history highlighted the holiday celebration. The museum’s annual Independence Day event featured more than 70 historic aircraft on display, with several vintage warplanes, including the P-51 Mustang and C-47 cargo

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Palm Springs Air Museum to celebrate July 4th with historic flyover and French-American tribute

The Palm Springs Air Museum is preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July with a unique event honoring 250 years of friendship between France and the United States. The museum’s Allies In Liberty Celebration takes place Saturday, July 4, featuring a day of family activities, aviation history and a special French-American cultural exchange. French diplomats

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Fourth of July celebrations spark reflection ahead of Nationโ€™s 250th Birthday

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) โ€” As Americans prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, a broader national conversation is emerging about how the country should mark its upcoming 250th birthday, with opinions varying on what the milestone should represent. Across the Coachella Valley, Independence Day traditions like backyard barbecues, neighborhood gatherings, and community fireworks shows

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