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LGBTQ+ History and Archives of the Desert Seeks Interview Subject Nominations

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs-based LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert is seeking interview subjects today as part of its “Oral Histories Project.” Selected nominees will undergo an initial screening before scheduling a recording session at KGAY radio studios or remotely, the community-based archive said Tuesday evening. This project, spearheaded by

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Benefit concert held in Rancho Mirage to support L.A. County fire victims

Artists and community members joined forces Tuesday night for a benefit concert to support people affected by last month’s tragic Los Angeles County wildfires. The event was entitled “Musicians for California Wildfire Relief” – and hosted by News Channel 3’s First Alert Chief Meteorologist Patrick Evans. The night included several performances and a silent auction

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Mizell Center names new Executive Director

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Officials at Mizell Center in Palm Springs on Tuesday announced the appointment of Rob Wheeler as the Center’s new Executive Director. They describe Wheeler as a “dynamic and engaged leader who will work closely with Mizell Center’s board, staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance Mizell’s critical work and mission.”

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Riverside County Superior Court clerk who joined coworker in mishandling case docs sentenced

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The second of two former Riverside County Superior Court clerks who mishandled privileged information connected to a criminal case was sentenced today to one day in county jail, but after receiving credit for time served, she walked free. Michelle Valdez, 59, of Thousand Palms pleaded guilty in October to felony conspiracy.

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Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station warns parents about the dangers of E-Motorcycles

Electric bikes are gaining popularity across California as an environmentally friendly and efficient mode of transportation. However, e-bike laws can be confusing as regulations vary by class and local jurisdictions. This article provides an overview of California Electric Bike Laws so you can ride informally and legally. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has been in

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Missing Cabazon man found

Update 2/11/25 – 3:50 p.m. The man was found, CHP announced. CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – A 67-year-old man who went missing after leaving his Cabazon home was the subject of a regional search today.    Michael Eugene Hicks was last seen around 2 a.m. Tuesday in the vicinity of his family’s residence near Heather Avenue

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