INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– Charges have been filed against the Palm Desert man accused of the Cathedral City overdose death this past January. William Joesph Leonard, 55, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and distribution of controlled substances. He was arraigned earlier today in court at the Larson Justice Center in Indio where he pleaded not
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By ABC NewsJune 23, 2025, 3:24 PM Israel and Iran have agreed to a complete and total ceasefire, set to begin in approximately six hours, President Donald Trump announced on social media. Niether Israeli nor Iranian officials have publicly commented on Trump’s announcement. The agreement described by Trump involves two 12-hour ceasefire periods, starting with
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)– Grammy Award winning band Maroon 5 announced they will bring their U.S. arena tour to Acrisure Arena this upcoming October. This show is set to take place on October 8th with tickets for this anticipated event going on sale June 27th, following the release of their new single and music video
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Update (6/23/25): N Indian Canyon Drive and N Gene Autry Trail are back open in Palm Springs. Update (6/22/25): PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Police Department has notified that North Indian Canyon Drive is closed at the Whitewater Wash as of 5:00 a.m. Sunday Morning. The closure is due to blowing sands and
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway continues its annual tradition of appreciation for U.S. armed forces and families by celebrating “Military Days” throughout July. It has been announced that throughout the entire month of July all U.S. military personnel will receive free admission to the Palm Springs aerial tramway with a valid
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – A two-vehicle crash in Thermal today left one person with minor injuries who had to be extricated by firefighters. The crash was reported at 6:56 a.m. Monday at 5th Avenue and Calhoun Street, south of Coachella, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The injured individual was taken to
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – If you’re planning to hit the road for a vacation, make sure your car is ready to go. With the Fourth of July approaching, AAA estimates 4.3 million Southern Californians will travel by car during the holiday weekend. With temperatures climbing, summer road trips can take a toll on your
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the United States’ military actions in the Middle East continue to stir debate, the ripple effects are being felt even in the Coachella Valley, where community members, including local veterans, express mixed feelings about U.S. involvement in the region. The situation, marked by increasing tensions between the U.S. and
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – 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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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