PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The holiday spirit has officially arrived in downtown Palm Springs. Preparations are underway for one of the city’s most beloved seasonal traditions. Families and visitors are expected to fill the streets on Friday evening for the annual Palm Springs Tree Lighting Ceremony at Frances Stevens Park at 5:15 p.m. Just
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Agave Caliente Tequila Bar has turned into a winter wonderland pop-up bar- Jingle & Mingle. The holiday bar, full of twinkling lights and extravagant decorations, is located at the Agua Caliente Casino in Cathedral City. This is a month-long celebration packed with nonstop holiday happenings each day. Guests will find
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Indio will host a free holiday concert in the downtown area next week to celebrate the season. The all-ages event, “Center Stage Presents: Holiday Concert,” will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 13 at Center Stage, 82881 Miles Ave. “We are excited to bring the
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It’s that time of year again, the Living Desert is kicking off one of its most beloved holiday traditions. Wildlights returns this week, and we’re giving you a first look at the dazzling displays. The zoo will be transformed into a shimmering winter wonderland with millions of brilliant lights, illuminated photo ops, and a meet-and-greet with Santa
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – CHiPS for Kids returns today! The event kicks off Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Walgreens at 44840 Monterey Avenue in Palm Desert. California Highway Patrol officers will be collecting toy donations for its annual collection of toys for children in need around the Coachella Valley. Toys
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs International Airport is gearing up for another busy Thanksgiving travel period, sharing tips during its 13-day peak in departing travelers. The Thanksgiving peak for travelers goes from Thursday, November 20, through Tuesday, December 2. PSP officials said they expect to welcome 75,000+ departing passengers over the full
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Indio is hosting a movie watch party on Sunday, November 2nd in honor of Dia de los Muertos. The free event will be showing Disney’s Pixar movie “Coco” in honor of the holiday. Anyone attending is encouraged to bring a photo of a loved one to add to the
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Just days after a shooting near Bagdouma Park, the city of Coachella moved forward with its annual Independence Day celebration Thursday night — complete with food trucks, carnival games and a firework show. Despite safety concerns, many families still showed up to celebrate. “I am really happy to be here,” Dulce,
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Indio Police Department (IPD) is cracking down on illegal fireworks this Fourth of July, and this year enforcement is taking flight. Officer Felipe Escalante said the department is deploying several drones to help identify and respond to firework violations. “The entire city,” Escalante said. “When people are calling in illegal
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Irish community say they’re facing a significant loss. O’Caine’s Irish Pub in Rancho Mirage is closing its doors March 29 due to rising rent and struggling to financially recover post pandemic. Over 31 million Americans claim Irish ancestry according to U.S. Census Bureau 2021 data. News Channel
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Keeping Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dream alive. This is the goal of the dozens of residents and community leaders who gathered at the First Community Baptist Church on Monday to honor Dr. King’s legacy. The tribute’s theme was, “What Happened to the Dream?” Attendees said the holiday holds extra weight this year as it
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About 100 people gathered Sunday to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in a heartfelt tribute that featured powerful speeches, city proclamations and moments of unity. The 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Celebration, held at St. Margarets Episcopal Church, included remarks from a Palm Desert High school student and Anyse
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2024 will be a memory in just a few days, so now is a great time to make some plans to ring in the new year. Try a concert, a drag show, riding a wave, or a chance to win a million dollars. Here are some of the local festivities happening for New Year’s Eve:
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At least 800 families are having a very happy Christmas this year through the California Highway Patrol’s CHiPs for Kids program and the Galilee Center in Mecca. Kids got some well deserved Christmas gifts on Friday at the Center, all from those who participated in CHiPs for Kids over the last month with “Cover the
Continue Reading The Galilee Center in Mecca is working to make the holidays brighter for many families. Volunteers for the Center gathered Monday to package toys and gifts in preparation for its annual holiday drive-through distributions for families. The drive-thru food basket distribution is today, December 19th, starting at 2:00 p.m., and the drive-thru toy distribution will
Continue ReadingAccording to UCLA Health, Americans consume twice as much alcohol during the holiday season compared to the rest of the year. The holiday season is a time of cheer, but it also brings significant stress. A study from the American Psychological Association shows that 89% of U.S. adults experience stress during the holidays, with 41% reporting higher stress
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As the holiday season approaches, food insecurity remains a critical issue, a local group in the valley works hard to provide meals for families who simply need a break. “For FIND Food bank, we want to make sure every day they know where their next meal is coming from. But especially during the holiday season
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The holidays are an exciting time for most, but they can also be a cause of stress and anxiety. Financial pressures, family commitments, and holiday preparations can take a toll on mental health, focus, and even sleep. According to a survey by Sleepopolis, 81% of people are more stressed during the holiday season and 30% of
Continue Reading The Galilee Center in Mecca is working to make the holidays brighter for many families. Volunteers for the Center gathered Monday to package toys and gifts in preparation for its annual holiday drive-through distributions for families. The gifts were gathered by the California Highway Patrol through CHiPs for Kids gathering sites and “Cover the Cruiser”
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With the holidays approaching, downtown Palm Springs businesses are gauging whether they’ll meet their sales goals for the season. National forecasts predict steady growth in retail shopping for the 2024 holiday season. Total holiday sales are expected to increase between 2.5% and 3.5% compared to 2023, reaching $979.5 billion to $989 billion according to the
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