SKY VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Some Sky Valley and Desert Edge residents are voicing opposition ahead of a September 23 public hearing where the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) will consider whether to hand off water and wastewater services in parts of its Improvement District 8 to Mission Springs Water District (MSWD). Tabitha Davies, co-director
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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (KESQ) – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is meeting on Thursday, with Southern California Edison’s request for a rate increase on the agenda. The CPUC will be deciding whether to allow Edison to raise electricity rates by 10 percent, starting October 1st. The Commission says Edison’s plan would boost the average
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SALTON CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – An alarming report about toxic emissions at the Salton Sea. Many of you have experienced that rotten egg smell. Now, reports of more severe medical issues than previously thought from those living in the area. This as data proves pollution is worse than what’s being recorded. “When we speak with the
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) The parents of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro appeared in court Tuesday morning for a felony settlement conference in Riverside. A judge scheduled their next settlement conference for October 16 and set a preliminary hearing date for October 28. The court also signed a protective order, despite objections from both defense attorneys. Jake and Rebecca Haro have
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PALM SPRINGS (KESQ) – Palm Springs officials announced today they will temporarily shut down the Demuth Park Pickleball Courts to begin construction next week for an expansion project. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department will transform the current court, located at 4365 Mesquite Ave., into a “premier pickleball destination,” installing 22 new courts, one tournament
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Tuesday marks National Voter Registration Day! Volunteers are using the occasion to encourage valley residents to register to vote ahead of this year’s special election. Each year, volunteers at the Mary Pickford Theater encourage passing moviegoers to check their voter registration. Tuesday marks their first day boothing this year. The
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Valley Wide Employment Expo is on Wednesday, featuring dozens of employers looking to fill a wide variety of jobs. This is the event’s 30th year, which will be held at Fantasy Springs Casino Special Events Center in Indio beginning at 9:00 a.m. About a thousand job seekers will have the
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – While Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor Latino culture and contributions, some local Latino-owned businesses in the Coachella Valley say they’re facing one of their toughest moments yet — a troubling slowdown in customers fueled by growing fears over immigration enforcement. According to recent data, Latinos make up approximately
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Desert Aquatic Center (PDAC) is temporarily suspending its lap pool operations due to ongoing issues with the facility’s filtration system. Officials said weekend recreation swim will continue, but the lap pool will be closed until major repairs can be completed. The decision follows repeated episodes of reduced water
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A suspect accused of gunning down a 64-year-old man at a Palm Springs intersection last week has been charged with murder and other offenses. Titus Gaumald Holland, 48, is slated to make his initial court appearance this afternoon at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. Holland was arrested in connection
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Cardi B will kick off her first-ever headline arena tour, “The Little Miss Drama Tour,” on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 23 through an Artist VIP presale. The Acrisure Arena tour opener will deliver an explosive, career-spanning
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Nursing Street Medicine Program at the Cal State San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus has received a $100,000 grant from the Houston Family Foundation to support its mission of delivering compassionate healthcare to underserved populations in the Coachella Valley. School officials said grant funds will be used to serve 700
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Indio officials today launched a citywide emergency alert system to mark National Preparedness Month and urged residents to sign up for urgent public safety notifications. “Prepared communities are safer communities,” Mayor Glenn Miller said in a statement. “National Preparedness month is the perfect time to take one easy step that makes
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – A man was hospitalized today with major injuries after being ejected from a pickup truck that overturned on Interstate 10 in Thousand Palms. The crash was reported about 7:44 a.m. Tuesday on the westbound side of the freeway east of the Ramon Road overcrossing, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce is set to host its Annual Business Expo & Taste of Palm Springs on Wednesday. A premier networking event designed to connect and support local businesses ahead of the busy season. Attendees can explore 100+ local businesses, sample food from 40+ restaurants, and enjoy wine and beer tastings throughout the evening.
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Cannabis Rights to Remedy Act is under review once again in California Legislature. Local dispensaries say this comes at a time when the industry is in decline, with the cost of cannabis expected to drop to an all-time low of around $200 per unit. The decline in cost could
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella 2026 lineup is out! The program was officially released late Monday, confirming reports that Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G will headline, with the addition of Justin Bieber. Passes will be on sale Friday, September 19, starting at 11:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Registration for access to purchase passes is at
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents are scheduled to move into the highly anticipated Aloe Palm Canyon affordable housing project next week. The Aloe Palm Canyon apartments, developed by West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (WHCHC), features 71 one-bedroom units designated for residents 55 and older with incomes ranging from 0% to 80% Area Median Income (AMI).
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A false bomb threat in downtown Palm Springs on Sunday triggered evacuations and street closures, stirring worrisome memories for local business owners still recovering from a car bombing outside a fertility clinic just four months ago. While no device was ultimately found, the emotional toll was very real for those
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Police Officers Association is partnering with community leaders and local sponsors for its 9th Annual Palm Springs Memorial Motorcycle Ride. The event brings together riders, families, and community members to honor the lives and sacrifices of fallen law enforcement officers. The Memorial Ride combines a scenic motorcycle
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