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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Loved ones are asking for the community’s help in finding a 13-year-old boy last seen in Coachella Sunday night. Carlos Medina was last seen just before midnight on Nov. 9 near the 85000 block of Avenida Grace. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were told that Medina had left

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s Veteran’s Day, and while the Valley is gearing up for a day of recognition, it’s also a time to acknowledge the mental health struggles local veterans face from their time in the military. Veterans are 57% more at risk for suicide than non-military adults, and around 6,000 veterans die

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) honored and thanked veterans for their service on Monday by presenting to two Riverside County distinguished veterans. Local veteran Juan Carlos Lopez-Mendoza of Indio was presented with numerous medals, including an Army Commendation, Good Conduct, and Southwest Asia Service Medal & Bronze Star. Lopez-Mendoza served three

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The National Guard arrived in the Coachella Valley Monday morning at FIND Regional Food Bank in Indio. Personnel will assist food bank staff in the warehouse with packing food for distribution and handing out food at FIND’s distribution sites. The presence of California Army National Guard – or Cal Guard –

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – City by city, CV Link has been opening up throughout the valley, and on Monday morning, the La Quinta section was officially open for travel. The La Quinta ribbon cutting had complimentary bike rentals and refreshments for all present to enjoy. The 40-mile CV Link corridor provides a safe route

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The United States Marine Corps celebrates its 250 year anniversary today. Desert Hot Springs High School Junior ROTC is hosting an event with Marine Corp veterans, city officials and community members to honor Barbara J. Chovenac who served in the Marine Corp from 1963 to 1984. Chovenac encourages young

CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital with major injuries when he was struck by a big rig on Monday afternoon on Interstate 10 in Cabazon. The crash was reported at around 1:30 p.m., east of Main Street. According to the California Highway Patrol, a 64-year-old man from Beaumont was injured.

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Road improvements began Monday at several key streets throughout Cathedral City. Officials said construction crews will make “an effort to maintain access to all residences and businesses throughout the project duration.” The project is set to run through December. Vance Corporation will construct pavement rehabilitation projects on several key streets

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — For the first time, the McCallum Theatre, in partnership with the City of Palm Desert, hosted the Stars Stripes & Songs — a celebration of Veterans. A patriotic pre-show celebration started at 5:30 p.m. with a USO-style performance at 7 p.m. Organizers said the night is dedicated to honoring all

TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – A Twentynine Palms woman reported missing for more than a week was found dead in her residence, authorities announced Monday. Hiroko Nagao, 51, had been reported missing on Oct. 23. Authorities said her husband left his residence that day around Noon. When he returned later in the day, he could

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A star for Jonathan Bennett, known as the “Gay King of Christmas” and for his role in “Mean Girls,” was officially unveiled by the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars on Thursday. Bennett’s star was unveiled during a public dedication ceremony at 100 S Palm Canyon Dr. in downtown Palm

YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A 60-year-old man was killed in a single vehicle crash Monday shortly after midnight in Yucca Valley. The crash was reported at around 12:15 p.m. on Twentynine Palms Hwy at Mohawk Trail. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, witnesses told deputies that the vehicle was seen swerving as