INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– The Indio Police Department (IPD) held their badge pinning and swearing-in ceremony to welcome the new Assistant Chief and congratulate the promotion of an IPD Sergeant. Earlier Monday, the Indio Police Department celebrated the badge pinning and swearing-in ceremony to welcome Assistant Chief Aaron Ponce and congratulate Sergeant Andres Meraz on his
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RIVERSIDE (CNS) – A businessman involved in arrangements to illegally procure support from a former Palm Springs mayor for downtown development projects was sentenced Monday to a year of probation. Richard Hugh Meaney, 59, pleaded guilty in 2023 to a misdemeanor count of financial conflict in a government contract. During a hearing at the Riverside
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RIVERSIDE, Calif (KESQ)- The Riverside County Probation Department will roll out two fully equipped Mobile Service Centers. These Mobile Service Centers are designed to bring community supervision services directly to unhoused individuals and clients who face transportation challenges. The new units will travel throughout the county, to local parks, public libraries, shelter parking lots, and
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ)– The Indio Water Authority will begin the installation of a new main water line on Avenue 50, just east of Jefferson St, beginning Monday, July 28. It was reported by the City of La Quinta that work on this project is set to begin Monday, July 28, with repairs planned through
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INDIO, Calif (KESQ)– A car pursuit ending in a vehicle collision took place in Indio, early Monday morning. Riverside County Sheriff’s Office (RSO) reported that at approximately 8:24 a.m. Monday morning, they contacted the Indio Police Department regarding an active vehicle pursuit for a stolen vehicle on Highway 111 and Adams Street in La Quinta,
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– Fantasy Springs is holding a Career Expo on Thursday, July 31st. From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The primary focus is on Public Safety Officers and Engineering positions. As the Coachella Valley’s top employer, Fantasy Springs is looking for motivated and qualified individuals to join the growing team. Hiring managers will conduct
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DESERT EDGE, Calif. (KESQ)– A residential fire in the unincorporated area of Desert Edge broke out Monday morning, affecting one home and multiple vehicles. CAL FIRE reports that they responded to a call for a residential fire on the 18000 block of Langlois Road and Clifton Street in the unincorporated area of Desert Edge Monday
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif (KESQ)– Long time philanthropist Wallis Annenberg passed away from lung cancer at the age of 86 early Monday morning. Wallis Annenberg was the daughter of publishing magnate Walter Hubert Annenberg. Following her father’s passing in 2002, Annenberg entered the role of President and CEO of the Annenberg Foundation which was founded in
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of La Quinta has announced temporary closures at Fritz Burns Park for palm tree removal and resurfacing of the tennis courts. From July 28 to August 1, palm tree removal will take place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. City officials warn visitors that access to the pickleball
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — This summer, ten local high school students got to learn about the hospitality industry. The experience was part of the Passport to Leadership program, a six-week initiative led by Visit Greater Palm Springs. Through travel and mentorship opportunities, students explored careers in tourism and hospitality. These are industries that play a vital role in the local economy. Students travelled to tourist
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – 07/27/2025 9:53 PM: The fire is now 100% contained at 52.4 acres. UPDATE 7/27 8:25 AM: The fire is now 80% contained at 52.4 acres. UPDATE 7/26 9:00 PM: The evacuation order has been lifted and all roads in the area are now open. Please use caution when returning to the
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — A major celebration of leadership and volunteerism took place this weekend as more than 20 presidents and past presidents from four Coachella Valley women’s service clubs gathered for a special luncheon honoring their contributions. The event, organized by the Woman’s Club of Indio, brought together leaders from clubs in Indio,
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A semi-truck caught on fire on the I-10 Eastbound in Indio Sunday afternoon. Around 4 p.m. Sunday, CHP and fire crews responded to the truck fire just before Monroe Street. The fire slowed down traffic for hours as crews put out the flames and cleaned up the mess. News Channel 3
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — The PetSmart in Palm Desert hosted a National Adoption Week event, teaming up with local shelters and organizations to help dozens of local animal get adopted. Some of the adoptable animal came from organizations like the Tender Loving Critters, Coachella Valley Animal Campus, and Animal Samaritans. National Adoption Week is
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Boys and Girls Club of Cathedral City CEO is asking for community support after unexpected facility damage from a burst pipe and strangling tree roots that left the organization with more than $8,500 in urgent repairs. Scott Robinson, CEO, said it happened on the first day of summer, with
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ)– The California Highway Patrol Indio Office, along with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, will host a Child Passenger Seat Safety event on Saturday, July 26. The event will take place at La Quinta Fire Station 32, located at 78111 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)– A Desert Hot Springs man was arrested on suspicion of burglary and assault causing great bodily harm Thursday evening. Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station says they responded to a call at approximately 2:00 a.m. Thursday morning reporting a burglary occurring on the 69500 block of Dillion Road in the unincorporated area of
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) Board of Education has approved starting the process to appoint a provisional trustee to fill the vacancy in Trustee Area 2. The vacancy has been in effect since Sylvia Paz, who previously held the position of Trustee Area 2, resigned on June 17. At
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UPDATE 7/25/2025 9:40 P.M. – CAL FIRE reports that the fire destroyed an unoccupied single family home. One person was treated at the scene for a minor injury. Crews expect to stay at the scene for another hour for overhaul/cleanup. COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire reports that they received a fire call
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WHITEWATER, Calif. (KESQ) — As the summer months heat up, it can be tempting to take a dip in the nearest lakes or rivers. For many, that can be the Whitewater River Channel, but this National Water Safety Day, the Coachella Valley Water District is urging locals to use caution and avoid dangerous waterways. CVWD posted to
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