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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs is less than three months away from opening. And now, the finishing touches of its multi-million dollar restoration are underway. New lighting and seats are being installed, and project organizers are confident everything will be done in time. Even though the building is

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – When the U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term next month, all eyes will be on the blockbuster cases waiting in the wings. One of those cases could decide whether states can continue protecting LGBTQ youth from so-called “conversion therapy,” or whether those protections collapse nationwide. At stake is more

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – California is once again dealing with a late summer surge of COVID. Across the state, wastewater samples show steep increases in Coronavirus levels, and hospitalizations are creeping upward. Doctors say the spike is driven by a fast moving subvariant nicknamed “STRATUS.” First identified in Asia earlier this year, STRATUS has

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Labor Day travel rush is here, and the Auto Club says millions of Americans will be taking road trips this weekend. But there is some good news for drivers when it comes to gas prices. Right now, the state average is $4.59 a gallon, which is down from $4.62

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The multi-million dollar makeover at Palm Springs International Airport now includes some nods to its original midcentury modern design. The airport worked with the son of the original architect Donald Wexler to custom order two circular “UFO” bench planters, ten concrete benches, and six matching receptacles that are authentic to

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A new study found the Mediterranean diet combined with exercise could prevent type 2 diabetes. Researchers from Harvard studied nearly 5,000 adults over six years. Those who ate a traditional Mediterranean diet consisting of more fruits, vegetables, nuts, and olive oil showed a 31 percent reduction in type 2 diabetes.

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Monday was “Roadrunners’ Welcome Day” at College of the Desert ahead of the new semester, which begins on September 2nd. Students received their printed schedules, and go to learn about educational opportunities on campus. COD’s new President says the upcoming year will include several changes. Progress is being made on

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly becoming a part of our daily lives, from entertainment and communication to healthcare. Now it’s being used to help local seniors through phone calls. The so-called “Joy Calls” are designed to offer seniors companionship, reminders, and wellness check-ins. Families can sign up for the free service and schedule calls for older

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Recreation District (DRD) just announced it will provide ongoing maintenance for CV Link, which is expected to fully open later this year. The 40-mile long pathway aimed at connecting cities, parks, and destinations across the valley is designed for pedestrians, cyclists, and low-speed electric vehicles. As part of the new

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Since 2019, six California cities have decriminalized psychedelics, including hallucinogenic plants and mushrooms. And now one local group wants Palm Springs to be the seventh. The Palm Springs Psychedelic Society is hosting a free event on Saturday at noon at the Mizell Center in Palm Springs, called “Decriminalize Nature.” Organizers

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – You don’t have to live close to a wildfire to be affected by smoke. A smoke advisory has been issued for our region by the South Coast Air Quality Management District through Wednesday night. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke in depth with a local doctor about what people in

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Next week is National Celebrate Services Week, a time to recognize dedicated professionals who bring meetings and events to life. National Celebrate Services Week was launched back in 2010. Locally, Visit Greater Palm Springs is taking part and honoring our region’s event services professionals. There will be free webinars on

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A beloved landmark and a cultural voice are uniting, as the Palm Springs Symphony has accepted the offer to be Symphony-in-Residence at the Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs. This is the inaugural season for the group , which will launch its first concert at the Plaza Theatre in December.  News

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Summer isn’t over yet, but students are already preparing for the new school year. The City of Palm Springs wants to reduce the financial burden for families by offering supplies at no cost. The Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual backpack giveaway, offering free backpacks and supplies

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)– The World Health Organization just announced this week that they want all countries to help make a breakthrough HIV drug reach people as quickly and safely as possible. The drug’s nickname is “Len,” and it only needs to be injected twice a year to offer near-total protection from the virus and

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A new, high-tech security screener that people can simply walk past is coming to the Palm Springs International Airport. It’s called “Hexwave,” and it uses AI and 3D radar imaging to detect all kinds of threats. PSP is about to become only the second airport in the country to use