PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) The U.S. Treasury has stopped producing new pennies, ending more than two centuries of minting the one-cent coin. Officials say the move comes as production costs climbed to about 3.69 cents per penny, far more than the coin’s one-cent value. Existing pennies remain legal tender, and billions are still circulating nationwide.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Coachella Valley Firebirds are set to celebrate local educators this weekend with a special Teacher Appreciation Night focused on literacy and community engagement. The event takes place Sunday at 3 p.m. PT at Acrisure Arena and is presented by the Walter Clark Legal Group. The afternoon will highlight the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The 13th annual Palm Springs Jewish Film Festival opened this weekend, bringing dozens of films and filmmakers to the Coachella Valley. Organizers said the festival, held at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, has grown in popularity now featuring more films and spanning more days than in years past. The festival
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WHITEWATER, Calif. (KESQ) – Traffic was backed up on westbound lanes on Interstate 10 Sunday morning after a car hauler caught fire near Whitewater, just past the Whitewater Rest Area. As of 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, the lane closest to the shoulder is closed as crews clean up. California Highway Patrol officers told our crews
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The community was invited to participate in the inaugural running of the ‘CommUNITY Strong Walk’ in Cathedral City. The walk is part of Cathedral City’s LGBT+ Days weekend, which marked its 10th anniversary this year. Organizers asked those who wanted to participate to register online. Attendees gathered at The Roost
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cathedral City is closing out its LGBT plus days celebration with the popular bed race and parade, where participants will race decorated beds. The grand marshal presentation begins at 11:15 a.m. and the bed race begins shortly after, at 11:30 a.m by City Hall.
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Update 03/08: One person is dead after a car crashed into a tree and caught fire in Palm Desert Saturday night. Firefighters responded to a reported traffic collision at the intersection of Country Club Drive and El Dorado Drive. Upon arrival, fire crews reported a vehicle versus tree crash with the car suffering from major
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The 19th annual Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival will be held today at Civic Center Park in Palm Desert, celebrating the region’s desert environment. The free event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 7 at 43900 San Pablo Ave. Hosted by Friends of the Desert Mountains and sponsored
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INDIO, Calif. (CNS) – Firefighters are on-scene at a Three-Alarm fire the Desert Ridge Estate in north Indio that has engulfed the property. Staff on scene say the fire spread from a fireplace, but what caused the flames to spread out of control is unclear at this time The fire reported at 7:43 p.m. tonight at
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A garage fire in Hemet resulted in the rescue of 65 dogs, 7 of which were found deceased, and the community quickly responded by adopting most of the surviving animals within hours.
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BLYTHE, Calif. (KESQ) – After Palo Verde Healthcare District’s approval of Riverside County’s 180-day stabilization plan, Blythe officials say the difference is already noticeable. PVHD approved the plan in February, setting the stage for a county strike team, led by Riverside University Health, to lead administrative duties at the hospital for the next 6 months.
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cathedral City LGBT+ Days is celebrating its 10th anniversary from March 6–8, 2026, bringing a weekend of pride, entertainment, and community events. The milestone celebration marks a decade of honoring LGBTQ+ visibility and unity in the Coachella Valley. The event, known as California’s first Pride celebration of the year, will
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif (CNS) – Two men suspected of breaking into a construction storage container in Rancho Mirage and stealing multiple electrical and construction materials were taken into custody Friday. Deputies assigned to the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station responded at about 6:35 a.m. on Feb 24 after receiving reports of a burglary at a business
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Clocks move forward one hour early Sunday morning, meaning people across the Coachella Valley will wake up with less sleep but gain an extra hour of daylight in the evening. Health experts say the sudden change can disrupt the body’s circadian rhythm, the internal clock that regulates sleep and wake cycles. According to research from
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Palm Springs, Calif. (KESQ) — Mark your calendars! Organizers announced the dates for the 38th Palm Springs International Film Festival in 2027 The festival will be held on Thursday, January 7, through Monday, January 18, 2027, the Palm Springs International Film Society confirmed on Friday. The Film Awards, presented by Kering, will kick-off the festival
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Unified School District voted to cut several positions as it seeks to deal with a budget shortfall. The decision comes as the district moves forward with a $25.4M budget reduction plan over three years. The plan includes cuts of $9.4 million in 2026–27, $8 million in 2027–28, and
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) New affordable housing is on the way to Indio. On Thursday, the Coachella Valley Housing Coalition broke ground on the JFM Villas senior apartments and the JFM Villas Family Apartments. The apartment building will be located at 47-125 and 47-135 Van Buren St. in Indio. They are named after CVHC’s late founding executive director, John
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The BNP brings thousands of visitors to the Coachella Valley each year, creating a noticeable boost for the local economy. As spectators and players travel to the area for the world-renowned BNP Paribas Open, hotels, restaurants, and shops experience a surge in activity. Local business owners say the influx of
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Turpin torture case shocked the nation. Thirteen children were rescued from horrific abuse inside a Riverside County home in 2018. But after some of the siblings entered the foster care system, allegations surfaced that they were mistreated again, raising serious questions about the very system meant to protect them.
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — As anticipation builds for the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Stagecoach, Goldenvoice is gearing up by hosting its annual job fair to fill hundreds of positions ahead of the iconic events. Organizers are looking to hire for a wide range of roles, including shuttle drivers, security personnel, and food
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