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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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation will be hosting a community presentation looking at the theatre’s history and the progress of its restoration. The free event will be at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the Palm Springs Convention Center at 277 North Avenida Caballeros. Valley icon and celebrity
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Dining Out For Life is all about eating, drinking, and giving back. The annual fundraising event for community based organizations serving people living with or impacted by HIV is this Thursday, April 24. Organizers at DAP Health say every bite helps them to fund vital services. The event also supports
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In the fight for the U.S. House, Democrats are hoping rockstar power will help to oust long-serving valley Republican Rep. Ken Calvert. Tim Myers, a Grammy-nominated former bassist for the band “One Republic,” announced he will challenge Calvert in the 41st District. At a time when there are fewer competitive House contests nationwide, Democrats consider
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Friends of the Desert Mountains and local partners, including the Bighorn Institute, are continuing efforts to protect endangered desert Bighorn sheep by educating hikers about the risks posed by off-leash dogs. The desert Bighorn sheep habitat ranges from the San Jacinto Mountains to south of the U.S.-Mexico border, with the
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MENIFEE, Calif. (KESQ) – A national nonprofit organization is seeking everyday citizens here in the Coachella Valley to volunteer in helping people who are in a traumatic crisis. It’s called “Trauma Intervention Program,” and it brings emotional aid to survivors and those in crisis. Rancho Mirage was the first city in the valley to embrace
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Local state Assembly Member Greg Wallis is pushing to make solar energy the official state energy source. He announced one of his new bills – Assembly Bill 1334 – on Tuesday at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. California has several dozen state symbols, including the official state crustacean and
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – There are concerns there could be numerous aftershocks In the wake of Monday’s Magnitude 5.2 earthquake near Julian in San Diego County. Seismologists say an earthquake of this size has an 89% chance of being followed by an aftershock greater than a 3.0 magnitude in the next week. The chance of
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – April is Alcohol Awareness month, a time to bring attention to struggles associated with alcohol. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 178,000 people die each year from excessive alcohol use, making alcohol the fourth leading cause of preventable death in the United States. Experts at the Betty Ford
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Coachella Valley local governments and agencies are inviting business owners to learn about the process to do business with them. The 2nd annual Coachella Valley Local Government Vendor Fair will be held next Wednesday, April 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros. This free event
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez (R-Indio) accepted an appointment to the Colorado River Forum. That means he’ll be involved in decisions that will shape the future of water policy in our region. The Forum brings together lawmakers from the seven Colorado River basin states and is a key program for the
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – It is “National Crime Victims’ Rights Week,” and Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin is holding two separate candlelight vigils to honor those who have been victims of crime here in Riverside County. The first vigil will be held on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Palm Desert Civic Center Park; the
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cathedral City leaders are looking to install entryway monuments as part of the city’s branding campaign. City officials say the monuments would help to identify the city’s boundaries and provide a recognizable icon of the city. A study session was recently held to review size and cost options of the
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Cathedral City Fire & EMS Department has earned the prestigious international accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE). City Manager Charlie McClendon and Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory joined Chief Michael Contreras and representatives from Cathedral City Fire &
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – With summer approaching, there’s a growing need for lifeguards at pools throughout the Coachella Valley – but it’s not always easy to find people who are qualified. The Desert Recreation District has openings for more than a dozen lifeguards to watch over area pools this swim season. Applicants for the lifeguard
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Saturday, March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day – a day to recognize and remember the men and women who served in the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. To observe the day, Palm Springs American Legion Post 519 will be hosting an event and dinner to celebrate and
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For nearly two decades, the Rotary Club of Palm Springs has brought joy to hundreds of Angel View residents with disabilities through having a special prom. The annual event will be held this weekend at Cahuilla Elementary School in Palm Springs, and is planned to be an unforgettable and joyful experience for promgoers. Organizers say
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Record setting heat in the Coachella Valley has made our region the first in California to reach triple digits this year. Since the typical high this time of year is in the 80’s, doctors are concerned some people here may not be prepared to deal with the heat. Doctors at JFK
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – 1/3 of Riverside County’s Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force teams victims are juveniles, according to Sergeant Jeff Hammond. It’s why the task force is partnering with the Palm Springs Unified School District Family Engagement Center to educate students about human trafficking. PSUSD is holding a free film screening and panel discussion
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In light of proposed federal budget cuts that may eliminate funding for HIV prevention, organizers of the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards say this year’s event is especially important. With public funding in jeopardy, DAP Health is turning to private donors. This Saturday will mark the 31st year of “The Chase,” which is the organization’s biggest
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