RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been over a year since Mary Martin took over the Riverside County Department of Animal Services. Martin came into the role as the county recorded high euthanasia rates across four shelters, with a live-release rate of 71.6% in 2024. Data from the county shows the live-release rate has increased
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State and county investigators searched a Hemet assisted living and memory care home as part of an elder abuse and neglect investigation, and several residents were taken to hospitals, while the home denies any wrongdoing.
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A 38-year-old man accused of siphoning almost $100,000 from the bank accounts of a Palm Desert senior failed to appear for a hearing today at the Indio courthouse, prompting a judge to revoke his bail and sign a bench warrant for his arrest. Miguel Angel Gonzalez of Coachella was arrested in
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Congressman Raul Ruiz is criticizing President Donald Trump after the president abruptly canceled a planned signing ceremony for the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The housing bill, which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 358-32 and cleared the Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support, was expected to be signed into law
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– The Indio Police Department will be conducting DUI patrols Monday, June 29, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The IPD states checkpoint locations are determined based on data surrounding areas with high volume of driving related incidents. DUI’s can result not only from alcohol, but over the counter medications and marijuana. “Impaired
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. — The City of Cathedral City is advising residents and visitors about upcoming construction work on East Palm Canyon Drive scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026. The pavement repair project will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the eastbound side of East Palm Canyon Drive between Date Palm Drive
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PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will offer active and retired U.S. military personnel free admission throughout the entire month of July. During the tramway’s Military Days promotion, qualifying individuals will receive complimentary tram admission along with a special gift with valid military identification. Spouses of deployed military members, and widows of
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – A man was rushed to the hospital after being injured in a shooting Tuesday evening in Coachella. The shooting was reported just before 6 p.m., just east of 52nd Avenue and Cesar Chavez Street. Deputies responded to the 51000 block of Tripoli Way and found a man with a gunshot wound. The
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Lights, camera, action. The 32nd annual Palm Springs International ShortFest officially kicked off Tuesday, bringing hundreds of filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie lovers to the Coachella Valley for a week dedicated to short-form storytelling. This year’s festival features more than 300 films from 71 countries and territories, showcasing a wide
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A Palm Desert coffee shop has gone all-in on the World Cup! Rutina Coffee, located along San Pablo Avenue in Palm Desert, just north of El Paseo, is Latin-owned. With the World Cup well underway, they’re fully taking advantage of the opportunity to provide a space for coffee lovers and soccer
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- Security experts say that thieves often take advantage of increased deliveries during major online shopping events, but there are simple steps consumers can take to protect their packages. A former SWAT commander and security expert says thieves pay attention to delivery surges and look for easy targets. SOT: GENE PETRINO- former
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Hiking is a prominent activity in the Coachella Valley, with people walking trails year round. However, during the summer months things can quickly become dangerous if you are not correctly prepared. The Palm Springs Fire Department rescues people off trails year round, but these numbers spike during hotter times of
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)- For many teenagers, a summer job is a first step toward independence — a chance to earn money, gain experience, and build skills for the future. But as summer gets underway, some teens say finding that first opportunity is becoming more difficult. Across the country, young workers are facing a more
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PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. (KESQ)- Palm Springs Surf Club partnered up today with LifeStream Blood Bank for community members to come together to donate blood. The event was held at the Surf Club; all eligible donors were able to receive a complimentary weekday waterpark pass courtesy of Palm Springs Surf Club. “Community is at the heart
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)— Families and seniors gathered in Indio this week to receive groceries at a community food distribution event, as many continue to feel the impact of rising food costs. Helping lead the effort was Luis Yepiz, a Food Recovery Advisor with The Farmlink Project, whose work is also being highlighted in a documentary
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will offer active and retired U.S. military personnel free admission throughout the entire month of July, officials announced today. During the tramway’s Military Days promotion, qualifying individuals will receive complimentary tram admission along with a special gift with valid military identification. Spouses of deployed military
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Board of Supervisors today formally adopted a $10.36 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, incorporating some new allocations deemed necessary during hearings on the proposed spending blueprint. “The revisions represent targeted investments in priorities identified by the board,” county CEO Jeff Van Wagenen said in the final appropriations report
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Rancho Mirage, Calif. – (KESQ) – The Walter Clark Legal Group’s Safe Ride Home Program will return for the Independence Day holiday. The initiative offers free ride reimbursements to help prevent impaired driving and reduce motor vehicle accidents on one of the most dangerous nights of the year. The Safe Ride Home Program will be
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- With the Fourth of July just two weeks away, safety experts are warning that it is one of the most dangerous times of the year for teen drivers. Susie Adams, Teens Road To Safety, Owner Operator said, “The importance of knowing what you’re doing and driving defensively is really important to
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – An expo to spur growth in Palm Springs surrounding artificial intelligence has returned, and organizers say it’s bigger than ever before. Organizers said the PS/NExT Summit brings together the community and leaders in AI emerging tech, creativity, business, and education to develop skills, solve, challenges, spark innovation, and expand economic opportunities across
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