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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Transgender Health and Wellness Center has filed a complaint with California’s Civil Rights Department, alleging that Riverside County’s Housing and Workforce Solutions Department inserted discriminatory language into a contract that could affect transgender, gender-nonconforming, and intersex residents. According to the organization, the county altered the terms of a contract

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – California is officially the most generous state in America according to GoFundMe’s 2025 Year in Help report. GoFundMe released the report celebrating the generosity of individuals and nonprofits worldwide who helped each other throughout the year. This is the first time California has topped the list for the most generous state

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The new Fire Station 98 officially opened its doors in Desert Hot Springs. Fire Station 98 is located at 69111 Hacienda Avenue. It officially opened on Nov. 24 and is currently operating with a municipally staffed four-person fire engine supported by CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department personnel. City officials touted

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)  – Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputies say too many drivers are failing to follow the state’s “Move Over” law, putting first responders and tow truck operators at serious risk. “We’ve been noticing a lot of vehicles just drive the speed limit right past you, within a foot of us, as we’re doing a

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Twelve intersections within Cathedral City are getting upgrades. The project began on Monday and will continue until the spring of 2026. The following intersections will be worked on during that period: Ramon Road & Desert Vista Road/Avenida Del Yermo Ramon Road & Whispering Palms Trail Ramon Road & Cathedral Canyon

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Eisenhower Health is being recognized among the nation’s best for maternity care. U.S. News & World Report named Eisenhower a High Performing facility in its 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care annual study. The High Performing designation is the highest award a hospital can earn as part of the study.

CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) A memorial dedicated to Baby Emmanuel Haro has been removed from the Cabazon property that has been a focal point in the investigation into his disappearance. News Channel 3 visited the home Tuesday and confirmed that candles, stuffed animals and other memorial items that had been outside the house in recent weeks

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the holidays roll around and more people travel in and out of the Palm Springs International Airport, rideshare drivers are sharing some of their concerns. Some drivers don’t have Lyft or Uber stickers displayed on their cars, which other drivers think can be potentially dangerous. “How does that rider

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Board of Supervisors today appointed a new fire chief for Riverside County and bid farewell to the man who has served in the top spot for the last five years. The board voted unanimously in support of the appointment of Robert Fish, a Cal Fire firefighter for almost 35 years,

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Plaza Theatre celebrated “Palm Springs Icons” on Monday, honoring the legacy, artistry, and enduring cultural impact of eight extraordinary figures whose work has shaped Palm Springs and beyond. Proceeds from the show are benefitting Arts Teach Kids, supporting arts access and education for young people across the Coachella Valley. 

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Billy Reed’s, one of Palm Springs’ most iconic restaurants, is up for sale for $7.5 million. For decades, the restaurant has drawn visitors with its timeless breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, its koi pond, and the artwork painted by original owner William (Billy) Reed himself. “It’s a fun place, it’s

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Santa’s elves made an early delivery to Martha’s Village & Kitchen on Monday. The elves – members of the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus – dropped off several carloads of toys and gifts from their recent Holiday Toy Drive. The generous donations from chorus members and the Mattel Corporation will

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Symphony brought the magic of the season to the Plaza Theatre on Sunday in its premiere performance. Symphony lovers were treated to “Sleigh Ride & Symphony: A Joyful Christmas Concert,” where they were entertained with holiday classics, a festive sing-along, and a visit from Santa. The evening

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – There are safety concerns after a skateboarder died and another was left seriously hurt in the Coachella Valley on Friday in separate collisions. News Channel 3 reported that the two incidents happened Friday night, just after 6:00 p.m., with the fatal collision in Desert Hot Springs and the other in La Quinta,

Update 12/9/25 The city has approved the use of the pantry following an inspection. City officials in Cathedral City came by Kristina Bruno’s home earlier today to look at the reinforcements needed to keep it up. After confirming the pantry’s upgrades, the city told the owner that her case was now closed. They even brought