THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – The annual State of the County presentation will be held later this week at Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms, where local leaders will discuss the regional economy, local government issues and upcoming projects, it was announced today. The event is set for 4 p.m. Thursday at 75702 Varner Road, according
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents of a housing complex in Indio are raising concerns over the lack of proper maintenance for the trash. They say the accumulation of garbage at Sun Castle Condominiums on Aladdin Street is bringing unwelcome guests that include flies, rats, and cockroaches into their homes. They also say a lack of
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Update 12/8/25 Two additional suspects were arrested in connection with the shooting. Both suspects are 18-year-olds who were taken into custody on Sunday, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. No further suspects are believed to be involved or outstanding, the agency confirmed. Original Report 12/5/25 THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – One person is in custody
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Beginning Friday and continuing to New Year’s Day, Riverside County sheriff’s deputies will engage in operations countywide to deter drunken and drug-impaired driving. The department’s annual “Winter Mobilization” is slated to run roughly three weeks in multiple locations, relying on saturation patrols, sobriety checkpoints and similar efforts to crack down on
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway lit up its Christmas Tree Sunday, with the help of pop star Lance Bass and News Channel 3’s Chief Meteorologist Patrick Evans. The Tram’s landmark 45-foot tree is comprised of over 4,000 LED lights, which can be seen throughout the Coachella Valley. Bass, one-fifth of the
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County health officials are reporting a slight increase in mpox cases in recent weeks, prompting renewed reminders for residents to stay aware. Experts say the overall risk to the general public remains very low. Still, health leaders emphasize that early diagnosis can significantly reduce the severity of symptoms and
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the 2025 holiday season gets underway, shoppers across the Coachella Valley are approaching gift giving with caution and creativity. While national retail forecasts predict a record-breaking holiday season topping $1 trillion in spending, local families are focusing on stretching their budgets, prioritizing experiences, and taking advantage of online shopping.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Vintage market is hosting a holiday food drive today to support the LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert. Organizers say they will be accepting donations all day and are looking for non-perishable food items such as tuna, dry pasta and cereal. The market is located at 200
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) Â – A 1951 stainless steel train car that once rolled across the country is getting a new life in the Coachella Valley. Gloria Franz, board trustee for the Coachella Valley History Museum and second vice president, said the Coachella Valley History Museum is turning it into a replica of a Southern Pacific
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – One person is the hospital with significant injuries after a vehicle vs. pedestrian in Palm Springs Saturday night. Around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, the Palm Springs Police Department sent out a road closure alert for a traffic collision on North Indian Canyon Drive, near Mel Avenue and Tachevah Drive. On
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A skateboarder killed in a crash in unincorporated Desert Hot Springs Friday night was identified as Juan Mejia Calvillo Jr., 20, of Desert Hot Springs. The crash was reported at around 6:20 p.m. near Mountain View Road and Dillon Road. Witnesses report that both northbound and southbound lanes on Mountain
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Thousand of people gathered in Downtown Palm Springs for the 33rd annual Festival of Lights Parade. It’s a highly anticipated event many Coachella Valley locals said they look forward to each year. “We get here at six in the morning every year, setting up food, everything, and just kind of
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Mayor Ron DeHarte is urging public comment from residents following the proposal of a 217-acre industrial complex by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, located between Highway 111 and Interstate 10. A message from Mayor DeHarte claims he just learned of it Friday and that the city
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Indio’s International Tamale Festival kicks off today at 10 a.m. The event will feature the famous tamale eating contest, carnival rides and games. The event runs until Sunday at 7 p.m. and admission, along with parking, is free. The festival is held at 82540 Miles Avenue, Indio, in downtown Miles Avenue Park. Parking is
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – One Skateboarder is in critical condition after they were hit by a car in La Quinta on Friday night. Around 6 p.m. on Friday, Riverside County sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a crash near Highway 111 and La Quinta Drive. Upon arrival, deputies located a collision involving a
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Coachella continued its welcome to the holiday season with the Enchanted Holiday Parade with Elf and Friends on Friday evening. The parade was hosted by Coachella Valley Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Frances Esparza. A happy procession of performers, floats, and Grand Marshall Lee Espinoza, founder of the
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Imagine winning a new luxury home in the heart of the Coachella Valley. Your chance is here – Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Coachella Valley St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. The home is being built by GHA Companies in south Palm Desert. It’s a single-story, 2,600 square
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A star-studded lineup welcomed hundreds to Frances Stevens Park Friday evening for the city’s annual tree lighting. The city lit up its new 26-foot holiday tree, towering several feet higher than last years. The celebrations included a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus, free cookies and cocoa and arts and crafts. There
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – Big changes are coming to this year’s Ironman 70.3 race in its sixth year. Instead of spreading across La Quinta and Indian Wells, this year will be all in La Quinta, which has made the race easier for all the competitors. “The city of La Quinta has been so proactive
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 INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Local Congressman Raul Ruiz was set to host his annual Veterans University on Saturday. He said it was a great way to learn about the benefits and other resources for veterans, service members, and their families. The event slated to bring organizations and experts together — helping to serve veterans.
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