PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) Â – After the deadly shootings targeting Minnesota state lawmakers, concerns are growing over the rise of politically motivated violence in the United States. Here at home, Palm Springs Police recently arrested a La Quinta man after allegedly making an online post threatening a shooting at the “No Kings Day” protest in
Continue Reading
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Black History Committee has hosted a series of events throughout the Juneteenth weekend, and plans to close out the celebration with a “Unity Picnic” on Saturday. While the committee plans to celebrate with food, live entertainment, games and more, the closing event comes after the federal holiday
Continue Reading
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)  – With temperatures soaring in the Coachella Valley, tire safety is back in focus — especially along the I-10 freeway, where tire debris often litters the roadside this time of year. Joshua McCartney, manager at America’s Tire Company in Palm Desert, said tire failures are all too common in the summer
Continue Reading
JOSHUA TREE, Calif. (KESQ) – A man wanted on a warrant for grand theft auto is in custody after fleeing into the desert from Sheriff’s deputies in Joshua Tree. Deputies say they were attempting to arrest the man on Wednesday, who had an active no-bail felony warrant, at a home in the 62100 block of
Continue Reading
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) — Monarca Mexican Restaurant in Cathedral City is closing it’s doors for a week due to “unforeseen immigration circumstances” and safety concerns for the community, according to restaurant owners. Owners say those concerns have stopped customers from showing up and spending money due to fear of local raids. Earlier this month,
Continue Reading
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – It was an evening full of sparkle and pride at the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center on Friday as the 2025 Kings & Queens Pageant returned for another year. The pageant has been celebrating local youth for more than 30 years. The cherished event featured adorable performances in
Continue Reading
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Surf Club is holding a live “groundbreaking action sports spectacle” event on Saturday, June 21, featuring tricks, demonstrations, and record-breaking stunts. The event – “The Raha Live Record Breakers & NBD Surfing Invitational” will include performances by athletes from skateboarding, BMX, big-air motorcycling, and surfing. The athletes slated
Continue Reading
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Trevor Project received official notice June 17 of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration initiating the closure of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services program. The termination could be effective for July 17, 2025, if passed by Congress. The Trevor Project is one
Continue Reading
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A private appreciation BBQ was held Friday to honor members of the Palms Springs Police and Fire Departments for their service and courage, following last months fertility clinic bombing. The event was put together by the Hispanic-American Chamber of commerce in partnership with other groups. “We are so honored so
Continue Reading
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a groundbreaking HIV prevention shot that only needs to be taken twice a year. Medical experts are calling it one of the most significant advancements in HIV prevention since the arrival of PrEP. The injectable drug, Lenacapavir, will be sold under the brand
Continue Reading
CABAZON, CALIF. (KESQ) – Hollywood Superstar Mark Wahlberg added a little sizzle to his family restaurant. On Wednesday, while making a special guest appearance visit at Wahlburgers within the Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa. Where he mingled with casino guests and diners where he posed for selfies, traded hugs, and shared stories with excited patrons
Continue Reading
UPDATE 6/20/2025 – SCE reports that as of 8:50 p.m., the power has been restored. UPDATE 6/20/2025 – The City of Desert Hot Springs is reporting some traffic signal outages in the area affected by the power outage. Traffic signals are out of service at the intersections of Pierson Boulevard and Skyborne, and at Pierson
Continue Reading
YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Yucca Valley announced the new opening of its Founders Plaza. Town officials touted it as a “significant milestone in the town’s ongoing efforts.” Earlier this month, council members held a small ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the completion of the project. Officials are set to plan a larger community celebration later
Continue Reading
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – A felon who seriously assaulted and threatened the life of a fellow inmate at a Riverside County jail because the woman refused to smuggle drugs into the facility was sentenced today to seven years, eight months in state prison. A Riverside jury in April convicted 35-year-old Cassandra Othelia Hoskins of assault
Continue Reading
THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – Sylvia Paz stepped down from her position as trustee of the Coachella Valley Unified School District. The move went into effect on June 17, the district announced on Friday. Paz said she is resigning to begin a “long-planned sabbatical.” Paz spent seven years on the board. District officials said she leaves
Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C (KESQ) – U.S Representative, Ken Calvert, has officially nominated the group of candidates to be admitted into the United States Service Academies. Young SoCal candidates have received and accepted appointments to the Class of 2029 US Air Force Academy, U.S Naval Academy, and U.S Military Academy. Those appointed will secure an education valued
Continue Reading
MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) — The woman who says she notified authorities about multiple illegal growing farms, leading to a raid and the arrest of 70 undocumented workers, is now speaking out. Perla Verduzco says the three farms targeted in Thermal and Mecca earlier this week were hotbeds for human trafficking and illegal growing. “It’s owned
Continue Reading
COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – City officials asked residents today to weigh in on the location and design of a proposed passenger rail station in Coachella. The Coachella Valley Rail project is a proposed daily passenger service that would run from downtown Los Angeles through Orange and Riverside counties to the Coachella Valley. City council
Continue Reading