The nonprofit “Friends of Joshua Tree” is concerned that if a government shutdown happens this week, it would negatively impact the park, similar to what happened the last time there was a shutdown. So, if there is another shutdown, the organization is now urging officials to keep the gates of the park locked. “The parks
Continue ReadingAssociated Press (AP) — A federal judge agreed Monday to temporarily suspend the Trump administration’s plan to eliminate hundreds of jobs at the agency that oversees Voice of America, the government-funded broadcaster founded to counter Nazi propaganda during World War II. US District Judge Royce Lamberth in Washington, D.C., ruled that the US Agency for
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – One homeowner in Indio is facing a months-long delay to activate her solar panels. Murgo first moved to Indio last year, and with the move, her utility company switched to Imperial Irrigation District. “Our bill went from almost $2000 to right around $200. So it was a big jump. So we were
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department continues to investigate a Sunday night shooting in Coachella that left two people injured. According to the Sheriff’s Department, the shooting was reported around 9 pm Sunday night, when a caller reported a man crashed into a parked car, telling emergency dispatchers they heard him say he had been shot, but
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The recent deadly attack at a Latter-day Saints (LDS) church in Michigan has sent shockwaves across the country, including here in the Coachella Valley, where local faith communities are expressing growing concern over safety in religious spaces. The attack — which involved a gunman driving into a church building, opening
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By Adam Cancryn, Sarah Ferris, Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — Top Democrats emerged from a White House meeting believing that President Donald Trump may eventually cut a deal on their biggest demand — even if it first requires shutting down the government to get it. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Monday that Trump expressed
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By Manuela Castro, CNN (CNN) — The torture and killing of two young women and a teenage girl, live-streamed on social media to an audience of dozens, has sent shockwaves through Argentina and triggered protests across the country. Thousands took to the streets this weekend to demand justice for the three victims – cousins Morena
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By Mohammed Tawfeeq, Ross Adkin, Esha Mitra, CNN (CNN) — Afghanistan faced a sweeping internet blackout on Tuesday after the ruling Taliban vowed to cut off access as part of a crackdown on “immoral activities,” sparking fears of further isolation for millions living under their increasingly harsh rule. Internet watchdog Netblocks said late Monday that
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Music legend Sir Paul McCartney took the stage tonight. The iconic Beatle kicked off his “Got Back” USA tour at Acrisure Arena. McCartney played everything from The Beatles classics to Wings to solo hits. The doors opened at 6:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. This isn’t McCartney’s
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The Coachella Valley Firebirds released the roster for the team’s 2025-26 Training Camp. The 30-man roster consists of 18 forwards, eight defensemen, and four goalies. There are 15 NHL contracted players, 10 on AHL contracts, and five professional try-outs (PTO). This roster is subject to change as players can still
Continue ReadingBy Michael Rios, Ana María Cañizares, CNN (CNN) — Ecuador says an aid convoy carrying President Daniel Noboa and foreign diplomats was attacked in Imbabura province on Sunday during protests over fuel prices. The unrest, now in its eighth day, turned deadly at the weekend. It began after the government said it would end a
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A fire that broke out Monday in a single-wide mobile home in Cathedral City left one person hospitalized with moderate injuries and left two others without a place to stay. The fire was reported at around noon Monday at Tramview Mobile Home Park, near Perez Road, according to the Cathedral City Fire Department.The agency said
Continue ReadingBy Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! What do you get when you cross a blue jay with a green jay? A scientific marvel — take a look. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day. 5 things 1️⃣ The blame game Barring some type of last-minute reprieve, the
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By Kevin Liptak, Oren Liebermann, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump emerged from talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday declaring an end to the war in Gaza was closer than ever after Netanyahu agreed to a 20-point plan laying out the parameters of a ceasefire. The proposal, which Trump unveiled publicly for
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By Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — US President Donald Trump publicly released his roadmap for Gaza peace Monday as he argued that he is “very close” to bringing an end to the nearly two-year long war that has now claimed tens of thousands of lives. The plan for the release of the hostages and the
Continue ReadingBy Katelyn Polantz, Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department is conducting a national security investigation around the FBI leadership when Christopher Wray was director, in the latest probe by the Trump administration of the president’s political enemies. According to two people familiar with the investigation, the Western District of Virginia is leading the
Continue ReadingBy Bill Kirkos, CNN (CNN) — After clashes with law enforcement at an ICE facility in suburban Chicago over the weekend, four protesters are facing federal charges, including one who threatened to kill an agent, according to the criminal complaints. Dozens of federal law enforcement officers in tactical gear deployed non-lethal munitions while pushing back
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By Alexandra Skores, Pete Muntean, CNN Washington (CNN) — An American Airlines pilot taking off at Los Angeles International Airport had to slam on the brakes Sunday after a cargo plane crossed the runway in front of it. AeroLogic Flight 619, using the callsign German Cargo 619, landed at LAX at 10:33 p.m. from Shanghai,
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By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — An eventful Sunday in the NFL was headlined by the second highest-scoring tied game in league history and a big win for the Kansas City Chiefs over the Baltimore Ravens. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills and reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles remain the NFL’s only two unbeaten teams, and
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WDIV, CNN By Danya Gainor, Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — Far below the piercing spires atop every Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel rests a sign that beckons, “Visitors welcome” – a testament to the faith’s robust evangelizing efforts. But on Sunday morning, a visitor took advantage of the church’s open arms –
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