Assemblymember Wallis, Palm Springs mayor and police chief warn seniors about scams
Assemblymember Greg Wallis is scheduled to host a free scam-prevention seminar for seniors on Friday morning at the Mizell Center in Palm Springs.
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Authorities confirm immigration enforcement activity in Thermal
THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) — A viewer-submitted video appears to show several law enforcement agents with a person on the ground Thursday morning in Thermal. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said deputies were notified of a disturbance shortly before noon in the area of Grapefruit Boulevard and Church Street. Deputies were later told the activity was
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I-Team: Power Struggle Part 1
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Soaring temperatures and electric bills to match are a fact of life in the desert. Ratepayers report struggling to manage those bills during the sizzling summer months. Warren Horton, a Cathedral City ratepayer, uses thick window screens to block daylight, monitors weather conditions and keeps his thermostat in the
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Traffic collision causes delays at Highway 111 and Thunderbird Road in Rancho Mirage
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA (KESQ) – A traffic collision at the intersection of Highway 111 and Thunderbird Road in Rancho Mirage is causing traffic delays Thursday afternoon, according to local authorities. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office issued a traffic alert advising motorists to avoid the area while an ongoing investigation takes place. Drivers should expect congestion
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Valley officials react to new law separating Riverside County Sheriff and Coroner offices
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) – Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that will require the Riverside County Board of Supervisors to separate the offices of county sheriff and coroner by July 1, 2027, as well as establish an independent office of the medical examiner. The bill, authored by Senator Sabrina Cervantes, also creates clear requirements for the county
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Palm Springs takes next step toward new downtown fire station
PALM SPRINGS, CA (KESQ)- The City of Palm Springs is taking the next step toward bringing a new, state-of-the-art fire station to the downtown area. According to the city, demolition has begun at the Town & Country Center, where two buildings at 171 and 181 Indian Drive are being torn down. The properties formerly housed
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Palm Springs announces next steps in city manager transition
PALM SPRINGS, CA (KESQ) – The City of Palm Springs is moving forward with plans for a leadership transition following City Manager Scott Stiles’ announcement that he will retire effective November 1, 2026. The city has hired Valerie Phillips of Bob Murray & Associates to lead the search for a permanent City Manager. The nationally
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Riverside County earns advanced FEMA flood safety rating as El Niño approaches
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) — The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District has advanced to Class 5 in FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS), recognizing the county’s efforts to reduce flood risks and improve floodplain management. Effective October 1, 2026, eligible National Flood Insurance Program policyholders in unincorporated Riverside County can receive up to
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Banning police arrest suspect in armed pool parking lot robbery
BANNING, Calif. (KESQ)— Banning police arrested a 19-year-old Beaumont man Wednesday in connection with an alleged armed robbery at a community pool parking lot. Police said the robbery occurred around 2:33 p.m. Tuesday at the Atwell Community. According to investigators, the victim had arranged through social media to meet someone to sell a watch. During
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Study: BNP Paribas Open generates $887 million economic impact for Coachella Valley
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — The 2026 BNP Paribas Open generated an estimated $887 million in economic impact across the Coachella Valley, according to a new study. The two-week tennis tournament at Indian Wells Tennis Garden drew a record 527,626 fans, including more than 165,000 visitors from outside the region. Out-of-town spending, along with spending
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Ruiz introduces resolution for National Latino and Latina Physician Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., and Rep. María Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., introduced a bipartisan resolution Sept. 28 designating Oct. 1 as National Latino and Latina Physician Day. The resolution recognizes Latino and Latina physicians and calls attention to their underrepresentation in the medical workforce. According to the lawmakers, Latinos make up nearly 20%
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New California car-buying rules take effect, adding protections for consumers
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- New rules are changing the car-buying process in California, with new protections aimed at giving buyers a clearer picture of what they are paying before they sign. The California Combating Auto Retail Scams Act, or CARS Act, took effect Oct. 1. Under the new law, dealers must be more upfront about
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Riverside County tests voting system Thursday ahead of Nov. 3 election
The Riverside County Registrar of Voters is scheduled to conduct logic and accuracy testing on its voting system at 10 a.m. this Thursday to prepare for the Nov. 3 general election.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: what to know about screening
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of early detection and regular screenings. Dr. Judy Jackson and Dr. Laura Lee with Desert Regional Medical Center say knowing your personal risk and recognizing changes in your breasts can help with early detection. A lump is one possible warning sign,
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Palm Springs City Council approves extending data center moratorium
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Palm Springs City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to extend the city’s temporary moratorium on new data center applications and permits, giving officials more time to study how the facilities could be regulated. The council originally approved a 45-day moratorium on Aug. 26. That temporary ban was set to expire
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Recent fights raise safety concerns in downtown Palm Springs nightlife district
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs police say they have seen an influx of altercations around the downtown nightlife area in recent months, with many of the problems happening around bar closing. The Palm Springs Police Department said officers have increased their visibility in the area, particularly on weekends, as they work to get
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DA says Feinbloom deal came down to one thing: T’Neya Tovar’s parents wanted to bury their daughter
Imperial County District Attorney George Marquez reached a plea deal with Abraham Feinbloom for torture and voluntary manslaughter to ensure the recovery of T’Neya Tovar’s remains for her family’s funeral services.
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Changes come to Coachella Valley Firebirds food and beverage offerings
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Coachella Valley Firebirds are making changes to their food and beverage offerings ahead of the start of their fifth season in the valley. Acrisure Arena Executive Chef Juan Hurtado and the arena’s culinary team began working on the new menu immediately following the final horn of last season. While
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Desert Hot Springs students get hands-on look at aviation careers
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)- Desert Hot Springs High School students got a firsthand look at aviation careers Wednesday through a program with Palm Springs Unified School District and the Palm Springs Air Museum. Nine students are taking part in the aviation and aeronautics career exploration program. Five took part in discovery flights Wednesday, riding with
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to start annual snow-guessing contest
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley community members will have an opportunity tomorrow to enter the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s annual snow-guessing contest to win regular admission tickets. The contest will start Thursday at One Tram Way and will continue until the first measurable inch of snow falls at the tramway’s mountain station,
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