By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump said Monday he is naming Ric Grenell, a longtime confidant already serving in multiple administration positions, to lead the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on a temporary basis after declaring himself the institution’s chairman late last week. “I am pleased to announce that Ric Grenell
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It’s a day News Channel 3 anchor Karen Devine said she won’t soon forget. Karen traveled to Altadena to meet up with a friend who lost her home in the Eaton Fire. A friend who made a last-minute decision that saved her life. “I’ll be safer if I stay, I’ll be safer if I stay,
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Cathedral City, Calif. (KESQ) – As California’s first Pride event of the year, the 9th Annual Cathedral City LGBT+ Days presented by Agua Caliente Casinos brings together numerous LGBTQ+ celebrities, artists, performers, media, community leaders, Coachella Valley residents, and visitors for an unforgettable weekend of live entertainment, community engagement, and fun activities from March 7-9,
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A pair of traffic signal installation projects in Palm Desert began today, causing closures on surrounding roads. City officials announced that a traffic signal would be placed at the intersection of Gerald Ford Drive and Rembrandt Parkway. The installation requires intermittent closures on one bike lane and car
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One driver was arrested, two drivers were cited during Cathedral City police’s DUI/Driver License checkpoint on Friday. Police said a total of 1403 vehicles traveled through the checkpoint, which was located at eastbound East Palm Drive and West Buddy Rogers, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. CCPD released data on the checkpoint
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By Jordan Valinsky, CNN New York (CNN) — Costco and Trader Joe’s are limiting the number of eggs customers can buy because of a shortage caused by the avian flu. “Due to ongoing issues with the supply of eggs, we are currently limiting egg purchases to one dozen per customer, per day, in all Trader
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Students from the Palm Springs Unified School District are learning more about the arts and inclusion through the Dance into Disability program. More than 44 million people in the U.S. live with disabilities, making up 13.4% of the population, according to the American Community Survey. However, those with disabilities are still underrepresented in the media,
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By Kyle Feldscher, CNN New Orleans (CNN) — The Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday won their franchise’s second Super Bowl championship, putting an end to the Kansas City Chiefs’ dream of a three-peat with a dominant and complete performance on both sides of the ball, winning 40-22. The Eagles forced Patrick Mahomes and the high-powered Chiefs
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From the tragic wildfires in Los Angeles to multiple plane crashes across the county, many say 2025 has been overwhelming. Experts said protecting your mental health is crucial. One key recommendation? Take intentional breaks. “There’s a lot going on. The importance of connectedness, the importance of making sure we have spaces to be around each
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Sunnylands is hosting its annual family day, and this year the theme is focused on building communication and bonds between families. According to the estate, ‘Family Day: Weaving Connections’ encourages visitors to engage in weaving and fabric art projects with various community organizations and artists on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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The Tour de Palm Springs is one of the largest and most festive cycling charity events of its kind in America. Every year, the valley entertains up to 10,000 cyclists from 46 different states and 4 countries. Since 1998, and with the help of 2,000 volunteers, the Tour de Palm Springs has distributed nearly $4,000,000.00
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The City of Indio’s Black History Month celebration welcomed Coachella Valley residents for an afternoon of cultural celebration, entertainment and fun Saturday. The Indio Black History Committee and others partnered with the city for the free event in downtown Indio. Games, food, vendors, guest speakers and panel discussions accompanied the event, which is one of
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Protesters in downtown Palm Springs took over the Arenas District Friday night in support of LGBTQ+ rights and protections. “We’re not going back,” is the clear message echoed by protesters, back to a time where some say the LGBTQ+ community had less rights and protections. “We are here to stay. Palm springs is our city
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The year of the snake was honored at this year’s Lunar Festival at The River at Rancho Mirage. The third annual festival honored Asian art, cultures and traditions just a few weeks after the Lunar New Year. Food and retail vendors also commemorated the event, with some saying it was their first time participating in
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RANCHO MIRAGE, California (KESQ) – Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies were investigating a deadly crash involving a pedestrian Thursday night. Investigators said the incident was reported before 5:00 p.m. in the area of Bob Hope and Columbia Drive, across the street from Eisenhower Health Emergency crews worked to save the pedestrian before they were pronounced dead
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On Friday, people wore red in support of the American Heart Association’s “National Wear Red Day” to help raise awareness to end heart disease and stroke in women. Experts maintain there are several ways to keep your heart healthy: Stay active and manage your weight, plus, for those who smoke, quit, and stay away from
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As the investigation into a crash that killed two people continues, the California Highway Patrol put out a call to the public on Friday asking for help in locating a vehicle of interest. The crash happened on Tuesday at around 1:00 p.m. on the westbound side of Interstate 10, west of Washington Street. Two people
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A 24-year-old man accused of killing a man and woman in Coachella must stand trial on two counts of first-degree murder and other charges, a judge ruled today. Monique Vega Daniel Torres Cerda of Coachella allegedly gunned down 23-year-old Hector Ramos, also of Coachella, and 26-year-old Monique Vega of Valle Verda in 2022. Following a
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COACHELLA, Calif (KESQ) – A Coachella mother and daughter had a heartfelt reunion this week with the firefighters who saved their lives when they were trapped inside their burning home. The January 8 fire broke out as a vegetation fire near Tyler Street and 47th Avenue in Coachella and moved quickly, fueled by fast winds.
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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on Wednesday that seeks to ban transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports. Supporters of the ban argue it’s an unfair advantage and poses a danger to women and girl athletes. Opponents of the ban say that disinformation is exaggerating the scope of the issue of transgender
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