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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s almost the end of summertime for families as the school year is just around the corner. Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert is hosting an “end of summer splash” at the Palm Springs Surf Club for a charity fundraiser and community event. While 20 families with Variety will be

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– Indio Police Department will be conducting DUI patrols Friday, August 1, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The IPD will be out on DUI patrols Friday evening looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence. “Impaired driving is preventable,” Sgt. Peter Fuentes said. “It’s a choice. If you’ve been drinking or

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Tenet nurses at Desert Regional Medical Center and across California held informational pickets Thursday demanding increased staff and training. According to the union, Tenet nurses are currently in negotiations to bargain a contract that includes staffing improvements like lift support, rapid response nurses, and rest and meal break nurses, as

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Drivers in Southern California are seeing some relief at the pump. For the fifth straight week, gas prices have dropped across the region, including here in Riverside County. The average price for self-serve regular gasoline in California is $4.48 per gallon which is 17 cents lower than this time last

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Local health leaders are bracing for the effects of a new federal law that could make it harder for people to get the care they need. Congressman Raul Ruiz will meet with local healthcare leaders from Innercare, Desert Healthcare District, Tri-State Community Healthcare, and DAP Health. The roundtable will focus

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The sound of waves may be music to your ears – but imagine experiencing a symphony at a surf park. The Palm Springs Symphony held a teaser performance on Wednesday night at the Palm Springs Surf Club. From Mozart to Puccini, the sounds of many favorite classic composers filled the

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Palm Desert is reaching out to currently enrolled or recently graduated graphic design students living in southern California to help with the redesign of the City Seal. City leaders say the original City Seal, created in 1973, symbolized Palm Desert’s early identity. They’re now seeking a design

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — Indio PD say they’re running routine check-ins on the CV Link, as homeless encampments, trash and debris accumulate on the pathway. In a post to Facebook, officers say a ‘zero-tolerance’ approach was taken with resources given to unhoused individuals. Officers who cleared 7 encampments in the last week, say most are

THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ)– Another vegetation fire in the east valley broke out Wednesday afternoon, at Highway 86 and Airport Blvd. CAL FIRE reports it spread to three-and-a-half-acres. The fire call came in at approximately 3:01 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, with firefighters arriving at the scene shortly after. CAL FIRE reports just after 4:00 p.m. the forward

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) Animal Samaritans Veterinary Clinic in Thousand Palms has committed $100,000 toward free spay and neuter surgeries for qualified residents in unincorporated areas of the Coachella Valley. The initiative aims to reduce the number of unwanted pets and cut down on euthanasia rates at high-risk shelters. August’s round of surgeries is already full, with

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)– You have probably heard of the famous TED Talks featuring speakers on a wide range of topics. Soon, there will be a new TED event in Rancho Mirage, bringing together the valley’s brightest minds and passionate voices. The event is called “TEDxRanchoMirage,” and will be held Tuesday, August 6, at the

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)– The Shops at Palm Desert host the second annual “Wellness Day” Saturday, August 2.  The free “Wellness Day” event will take place at the Main Court of The Shops at Palm Desert from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 2. The event invites the community to refresh, recharge and refocus

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — Construction crews in Indio are making progress on the Avenue 44 low water crossing replacement project. City officials say crews are focusing on the bridge’s stem walls and forming installations and concrete placement. Donn Uyeno, the City of Indio’s Principal Civil Engineer, said the project is waiting on various utility companies to

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — One Indio homeowner is fighting back after he says his Homeowners Association told him his backyard mural violates the community’s guidelines. Now, they’re asking him to submit an application for the art, or paint over it. Jesse Borrego says he paid $2,500 to commission a backyard mural in his home as

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The intersection of Highway 111 and Washington street is fully closed to all traffic from 5 a.m. Wednesday July 30th to 5 a.m. Thursday July 31st, as crews continue work on the Highway 111 pavement rehabilitation project.  All businesses in that area will remain open during the intersection closure. Detours will be clearly marked and