RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Board of Supervisors today approved a roughly $10 billion budget for fiscal year 2025-26, which includes a targeted hiring freeze in Riverside County government to keep a lid on spending in the face of a budget gap. The new fiscal year starts July 1. “This budget was built with
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A Coachella Valley man is sleeping in his car after losing his home to a fire earlier this month. Victor Estrada said he no longer had homeowners insurance. “All of a sudden, they just said we’re no longer with you. Figure it out,” Estrada said. Estrada said his policy was
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – With Independence Day just around the corner, the Riverside County Fire Department is reminding everyone of its annual campaign to crack down on suppliers, distributors, purchasers, and users of illegal fireworks. They’ve put out the slogan: “If You Light It, We’ll Write It” for their campaign to prevent wildfires and injuries
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Cali. (KESQ) — Leaders with the Jewish Federation of the Desert have returned from Israel after getting stranded during this month’s missile attacks, and spoke about their experiences on Monday. The event took place at 11:00 a.m. at Jewish Federation of the Desert. It focused on sharing firsthand accounts from the recent LGBTQ+
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Palm Springs is celebrating Pride Month by honoring six outstanding LGBTQIA+ business leaders with “Spirit of Palm Springs” awards. Mayor Ron deHarte presented the awards at City Hall on Wednesday, celebrating the entrepreneurial sprit, community involvement, and business achievements of local business leaders who have made significant
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INDIO (CNS) – The defense rested on Monday in the trial of a former Riverside County sheriff’s deputy accused of gunning down a man with whom he was at odds because the victim had been involved with the lawman’s then-girlfriend. Oscar Rodriguez, 44, is charged with first-degree murder and sentence-enhancing gun and great bodily injury
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Experts gathered to discuss the implications of artificial intelligence at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Monday. The inaugural Palm Springs Artificial Intelligence & Creativity Expo drew a sold-out crowd. The event came at a time when the technology is developing at an accelerating rate. With these changes fast approaching,
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– The Palm Springs Department of Parks and Recreation announced a plan for discounts, swim programs and scholarships available to the community. The Palm Springs Department of Parks and Recreation shared several updates for summer programs that revolve around water safety and recreational opportunities for residents of all ages in the City
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Even after an announcement from President Trump of new ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran, it appears the legality of war is still on the table in Washington. This follows President Donald Trump’s sign off on a weekend missile strike against three Iranian nuclear targets without first consulting with Congress.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) As Congress finalizes a sweeping new federal spending bill, healthcare providers are sounding the alarm over what could be at stake for HIV prevention programs. At the center of the concern: possible Medicaid cuts. Clinics that offer free or low-cost HIV services—like PrEP, Doxy-PEP, and same-day testing—say even minor funding changes
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WASHINGTON, DC (KESQ) – Local Representatives Ken Calvert and Dr. Raul Ruiz are reacting to the airstrikes and escalating situation in Iran. Republican valley Congressman Calvert says the success of “Operation Midnight Hammer” is a testament to our military’s ability to project power around the world. He says President Trump made the right call. News
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A woman arrested in connection with a crash that left a man in a wheelchair in critical condition last week in Cathedral City appeared in court to face hit-and-run charges. Andrea Lauren Hill, 38, of Yucca Valley, pleaded not guilty to all charges Monday at the Larson Justice Center, according to
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– Charges have been filed against the Palm Desert man accused of the Cathedral City overdose death this past January. William Joesph Leonard, 55, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and distribution of controlled substances. He was arraigned earlier today in court at the Larson Justice Center in Indio where he pleaded not
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By ABC NewsJune 23, 2025, 3:24 PM Israel and Iran have agreed to a complete and total ceasefire, set to begin in approximately six hours, President Donald Trump announced on social media. Niether Israeli nor Iranian officials have publicly commented on Trump’s announcement. The agreement described by Trump involves two 12-hour ceasefire periods, starting with
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)– Grammy Award winning band Maroon 5 announced they will bring their U.S. arena tour to Acrisure Arena this upcoming October. This show is set to take place on October 8th with tickets for this anticipated event going on sale June 27th, following the release of their new single and music video
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Update (6/23/25): N Indian Canyon Drive and N Gene Autry Trail are back open in Palm Springs. Update (6/22/25): PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Police Department has notified that North Indian Canyon Drive is closed at the Whitewater Wash as of 5:00 a.m. Sunday Morning. The closure is due to blowing sands and
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway continues its annual tradition of appreciation for U.S. armed forces and families by celebrating “Military Days” throughout July. It has been announced that throughout the entire month of July all U.S. military personnel will receive free admission to the Palm Springs aerial tramway with a valid
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – A two-vehicle crash in Thermal today left one person with minor injuries who had to be extricated by firefighters. The crash was reported at 6:56 a.m. Monday at 5th Avenue and Calhoun Street, south of Coachella, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The injured individual was taken to
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – If you’re planning to hit the road for a vacation, make sure your car is ready to go. With the Fourth of July approaching, AAA estimates 4.3 million Southern Californians will travel by car during the holiday weekend. With temperatures climbing, summer road trips can take a toll on your
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the United States’ military actions in the Middle East continue to stir debate, the ripple effects are being felt even in the Coachella Valley, where community members, including local veterans, express mixed feelings about U.S. involvement in the region. The situation, marked by increasing tensions between the U.S. and
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