PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – As festival season kicks off, College of the Desert is stepping up efforts to prevent overdose deaths by providing free safety kits equipped with Narcan and Fentanyl test strips to students. The initiative started earlier this year. Carlos Maldonado, Interim Dean of Students Support Services, said the goal is simple:
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — While the east valley enjoys a business boom from Coachella’s more than 200,000 visitors, restaurants and shops in downtown Palm Springs may lose traction. “If I look at, Saturday in March versus a Saturday during Coachella, it’s probably about a 40 to 50% decrease,” Jeff Witthuhn, owner of Peepa’s clothing
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – California legislature continues its battle on determining the best way to teach students how to read. The new bill, AB 1121, would mandate the method of the “science of learning” which is a phonics-based teaching method. While teacher unions across the state have pushed back on similar bills saying it
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A 60-year-old Hemet man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence following a crash Wednesday afternoon in Cathedral City. The crash was first reported at around just before 1:50 p.m. near the intersection of Avenida Los Ninos and Ramon Road. According to the Cathedral City Police Department, first
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – After a fiery crash that News Channel Three was first on scene at Tuesday night, one witness recounts that victims were screaming, “Help! Help!” First responders make it clear: it’s important to help, but assess the situation first. Don’t become a victim yourself. “If a vehicle is on fire and
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WASHINGTON D.C. (KESQ) – Local Democratic Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz is calling on fellow members of the “House Energy Subcommittee on Health” to demand a meeting with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. In a statement Wednesday, Ruiz says there are growing concerns over the secretary’s staff cuts and the escalating bird flu
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission hosted a food box distribution this morning, as the organization continues to see an increase in food insecurity around the valley. The distribution took place at the CVRM campus in Indio. The food drive ran from 8 to 10 a.m., and is part of their weekly
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – One of two men accused of robbing a U.S. Postal Service delivery worker in Palm Desert and possibly perpetrating similar offenses in other locations made his initial court appearance today. Luis Alberto Gonzalez, 32, of Victorville was arrested last month along with Jose Estevan Chavarria Jr., 28, of Los Angeles
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A driver was hospitalized after a crash where police said they ran the red light Wednesday morning in Palm Springs. The crash was first reported at around 7:00 a.m. at the intersection of N. Palm Canyon Drive and Racquet Club. Two vehicles were involved. “The investigation revealed that a vehicle
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BERMUDA DUNES, Calif. (KESQ) – A collision between a truck and a Jeep on Washington Street north of Avenue 42 in Bermuda Dunes just before 9:00 p.m. Tuesday ended with one vehicle crashing into a tree and bursting into flames. CAL FIRE and California Highway Patrol were on scene, and a witness says the driver
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Fears of deportation are growing after the IRS finalized an agreement on Monday to share taxpayer data with the Department of Homeland Security. The IRS will turn over information to the DHS regarding undocumented immigrants who are facing deportation orders or are being criminally investigated. Here in the Coachella Valley,
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez (R-Indio) accepted an appointment to the Colorado River Forum. That means he’ll be involved in decisions that will shape the future of water policy in our region. The Forum brings together lawmakers from the seven Colorado River basin states and is a key program for the
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Families, community members and city leaders gathered Tuesday night for an emotional vigil honoring Riverside County crime victims. The ceremony, held at Palm Desert Civic Center park, drew dozens of people. District Attorney Mike Hestrin led the vigil and addressed the crowd, pledging continued efforts to seek justice for victims
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Some say the early bird gets the worm, but in the East Valley during festival season, they get the best groceries and parking. Locals are preparing for three weekends of festivals, bringing lots of excitement and stressful shopping. “It’s crazy,” Deb Devereaux said. “You got to get your shopping done before
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– Festival season is back, and that means that hundreds of thouands of people will be traveling to the Coachella Valley to attend both Stagecoach and Coachella. However, a big worry on the top of mind is turbulent travel and traffic. This year, several companies are now working to make getting to
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The price of gold is hovering just under $3,000 an ounce, sparking a wave of buying and selling across the Coachella Valley. “Gold isn’t always acting like it should be lately,” said James Fausett, owner of J&J Gold Buyers. “Normally when the stock market is down, gold surges. It’s considered
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Jury deliberations began today in the trial of a felon accused of choking his girlfriend to death during a domestic confrontation in the parking lot of an Indio condominium complex. Eduardo Alvarez is charged with first-degree murder in the 2020 slaying of 32-year-old Madeleine Gutierrez, also of Indio. The prosecution
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As festival season nears bringing thousands of visitors to the Valley, short-term rental bookings are expected to increase. But this can be a problem for residents that live near one. “The most common complaints we receive are loud parties, large groups on the premises or after hour amenities that extend beyond
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– A popular air-carrier is making its final approach, and first landing in the Coachella Valley. And it’s just in time for festival season. Air carrier JSX has launched limited-time pop-up flights from Burbank (BUR) to Coachella Valley/Thermal (TRM) starting at $399 each way. From April 10–14, 2025, desert-goers can skip the long lines and bumper-to-bumper traffic by
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