CNN By Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN (CNN) — The Republican-heavy audience that tuned in to hear President Donald Trump’s speech on Tuesday greeted it with tempered positivity, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS. Speech-watchers broadly said Trump’s policies would take the country in the right direction, with majorities saying the same across five issue
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Ash Wednesday services are underway in Vatican City, where Pope Francis is notably absent as he continues to fight double pneumonia in the hospital. A pulmonary care physician told CNN that the coming days will be crucial in determining whether the 88-year-old pontiff can recover. Here’s what else you
Continue ReadingBy John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday in a decades-old fight that tends to put Americans on edge even more than politics: where to store the nation’s spent nuclear fuel. The case involves important questions about the power of independent agencies to make decisions at a moment when President
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” celebrates Coachella Valley Giving Day (CV Giving Day) today. Donors can search hundreds of local nonprofits and give – as little as $10- at CVGivingDay.org. “Donating on CV Giving Day supports your favorite nonprofits
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A Joshua Tree man was arrested over the weekend on suspicion of shoplifting at a Walmart and then getting in an altercation, resulting in two deputies being injured. The incident happened Sunday afternoon at the Walmart store on 58501 Twentynine Palms Highway in Yucca Valley. Deputies were called to the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Imperial Irrigation District’s Board of Directors approved a 25% reduction in power bills between the months of June and September, authorities announced today. Backed by an $81 million allocation, the Board eliminated the Energy Cost Adjustment charge, a decision that members say will deliver a “more stable, transparent rate
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CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – A fire ripped through a freight car on a train traversing Cabazon today, destroying the contents until firefighters got it under control. The non-injury blaze was reported shortly after 7 a.m. Tuesday on the Union Pacific rail line paralleling Interstate 10 in the 50500 block of Main Street, according to
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Update 3/4/25 Desert Hot Springs City Manager Frank J. Luckino has retired, Mayor Scott Matas announced during Tuesday’s city council meeting. Doria Wilms, who serves as the city’s Deputy City Manager, was unanimously appointed as the acting City Manager. Original Report 2/26/25 Desert Hot Springs City Manager Frank J. Luckino is currently on leave. Acting
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A man and a woman were arrested on suspicion of robbing a person during a planned meeting to buy a PlayStation 5 video game system in Yucca Valley. The robbery happened on the evening of Saturday, Feb. 22. on the 7300 block of Victoria Avenue. According to the San Bernardino
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The Eisenhower Cup have evolved into a fan-favorite event at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden since its debut in 2018. Fans can enjoy the event at Stadium 2 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with must-see matchups that can be found at https://kesq.com/sports/bnp-paribas/2025/01/30/world-no-1-aryna-sabalenka-joins-top-ranked-mens-and-womens-stars-for-eisenhower-cup-at-bnp-paribas-open/ While fans will see top players in mixed matchups, who often showcase
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It was another exciting day at Desert Smash at La Quinta Resort. Many attendees taking part in an auction, which included a custom racket – autographed by Grammy-award winner P!nk. The racket – presented by First Alert Meteorologist Katie Boer – auctioned off for $17,000. Desert Smash is a star-studded celebrity tennis event, which raises
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Vatican says Pope Francis is in stable condition after his episodes of acute respiratory failure on Monday. The Pope has been in the hospital since February 14, being treated for double pneumonia and other respiratory complications. Doctors say this situation serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting our
Continue ReadingCNN By Piper Hudspeth Blackburn and Rene Marsh, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it is considering selling off hundreds of “non-core” federal properties, according to the General Services Administration. “GSA’s decisive action to dispose of non-core assets leverages the private sector, drives improvements for our agency customers, and best serves local
Continue ReadingCNN By Piper Hudspeth Blackburn and Rene Marsh, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it is considering selling off hundreds of “non-core” federal properties, according to the General Services Administration. “GSA’s decisive action to dispose of non-core assets leverages the private sector, drives improvements for our agency customers, and best serves local
Continue ReadingBy Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN (CNN) — The Republican-heavy audience that tuned in to hear President Donald Trump’s speech on Tuesday greeted it with tempered positivity, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS. Speech-watchers broadly said Trump’s policies would take the country in the right direction, with majorities saying the same across five issue areas
Continue ReadingCNN By Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN (CNN) — The Republican-heavy audience that tuned in to hear President Donald Trump’s speech on Tuesday greeted it with tempered positivity, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS. Speech-watchers broadly said Trump’s policies would take the country in the right direction, with majorities saying the same across five issue
Continue ReadingCNN Analysis by Stephen Collinson, CNN (CNN) — Modern America’s political chasm never looked so bleak. President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress on Tuesday night adopted the customs of a familiar annual political observance. But they failed to bridge the chasm of misunderstanding and contempt cleaving the country down the middle. “Mr. Speaker, the
Continue ReadingBy Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s speech Tuesday night was well-received by those who backed him against Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, but alienated Democratic voters who oppose his agenda, a CNN focus group in the Philadelphia suburbs found. Speaking to CNN’s Boris Sanchez, a group of Bucks County voters weighed
Continue ReadingCNN By CNN Staff (CNN) — President Donald Trump made numerous false and misleading claims in his Tuesday speech to a joint session of Congress. The falsehoods spanned a variety of topics, including the economy, climate, immigration and more. In his speech, just under one hour and 40 minutes, Trump also made a number of
Continue ReadingCNN By CNN Staff (CNN) — President Donald Trump made numerous false and misleading claims in his Tuesday speech to a joint session of Congress. The falsehoods spanned a variety of topics, including the economy, climate, immigration and more. In his speech, just under one hour and 40 minutes, Trump also made a number of
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