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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

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Indio wants residents to report and resolve issues more efficiently by using new online tools. Public Works concerns, which include damaged sidewalks, streetlight outages, and graffiti can now be reported directly through its official city app. People can send pictures and information through the app, which goes directly

WASHINGTON, DC (KESQ) – The deeply divided House is set to take up President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending cuts package after Senate Republicans narrowly approved the measure on Tuesday. The President has been meeting with some House GOP holdouts to attempt to convince them to back his bill before the July 4th deadline. Some

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Local doctors are standing up against kickbacks in eye care and demanding more transparency. They’re inviting the public to attend a “Stand for Ethical Eye Care” event on Saturday that aims to show support for ethical and patient-first care. They are taking a stand against hidden kickback and commissions, and

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Disaster can strike anytime, anywhere – and that’s why it’s important to take action before that happens. Whether it’s major flooding like we saw during Tropical Storm Hilary, wildfires, or other natural disasters, the Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network (CVDPN) says planning now can make all the difference. CVDPN is

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Black History Committee will host an array of Juneteenth festivities this weekend. The celebration kicks off Thursday evening at Villagefest in Palm Springs. Friday there’s a pageant featuring participants from preschool to high school age. Saturday’s events will feature live music, free food, and family friendly activities.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – About a a dozen valley residents are currently in Israel, including the new CEO of the Jewish Federation of the Desert. They are currently seeking shelter there and trying to figure out how to get home safely. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with the Rabbi Steven Rosenberg of Palm