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Prosecutors to retry alleged conspirator in Riverside carjack-murder
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Prosecutors confirmed today that they intend to retry an alleged conspirator in the carjacking and killing of a 24-year-old Riverside man, with retrial proceedings tentatively set for April. A Riverside jury was unable to overcome an impasse in deliberations last week during the trial of Qevon Xavier Harvey, 27, of Desert
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Banning High School student arrested after allegedly bringing weapon to campus
BANNING, Calif. (KESQ) — A Banning High School student is under arrest after police say they brought a weapon to campus and threatened another student Tuesday morning. According to the Banning Police Department, officers responded just after 9 a.m. to reports of a student in possession of metal knuckles. When officers attempted to make contact,
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Second generation holocaust survivor speaks at local high school
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Rancho Mirage High School welcomed a special guest speaker on Thursday as Michele Gold, a second-generation Holocaust survivor, shared her family’s powerful story with students. Gold recounted her mother’s journey beginning with her childhood in Leipzig, Germany, her escape to safety through the Kindertransport program, and her life after World
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A mild Valentine’s Weekend ahead
Clouds are slowly clearing out today, with sunnier conditions expected for Friday and Saturday. Highs underneath a weak ridge of high pressure will rise into the upper 70s for Valentine’s Day. Expect a pleasant evening for Village Fest tonight in downtown Palm Springs. Highs will span the middle and upper 70s through Saturday before changes
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Tracking cloudy and cool weather today, changes to come
It has been a cloudy and cool day here locally in the Coachella Valley. Lots of subtropical moisture is being funneled over our heads. The vast majority of this moisture, however, is staying higher up in the atmosphere. On the valley floor, moisture levels are hovering around 50°F, so it might feel a tad more
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Importance of Working Home Alarm Systems
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Guthrie case is putting a spotlight on the importance of having a working home alarm system. While alarms may not stop every intruder, experts say they can make a critical difference. Studies show many older adults still do not use home security systems, raising concerns in communities with large retirement
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Palm Springs Wind Wall Completed
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Good news for drivers in Palm Springs. The city announced Wednesday morning on social media that the long awaited Gene Autry Trail Wind Wall is finally completed. The $2.19 million dollar project was set in motion in April 2025, with the majority of funding coming from Measure A funds, a voter-approved
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Desert Hot Springs Man Sentenced to 21 Years for Role in Fatal Burglary
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) Nathan “Mason” Alger was sentenced Tuesday to 21 years in state prison after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter in a 2020 burglary that left his accomplice dead. The 25-year-old entered the plea at the Larson Justice Center under an agreement with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. The deal avoids
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I-Team Exclusive: New legal battle emerges in Saddlerock Estates land lease controversy
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A major development in an I-Team investigation that has been rocking a Palm Springs community. Legal action is now being taken against the tribal landowner of Saddlerock Estates, on behalf of dozens of homeowners who say they fear losing their homes. I-Team investigator Peter Daut spoke with the attorney leading
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From Date Palms to design icons: Two major festivals drive economic surge in Coachella Valley
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) Two of the Coachella Valley’s most iconic events kick off February 12, bringing tens of thousands of visitors and a major economic boost to the region. The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival runs February 12 through March 1 at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio. The 13-day event traces its
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Family reports the remains of missing teen T’neya Tovar found
THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) -T’neya Tovar’s mother tells News Channel Three that the Imperial County Coroner confirmed her daughter’s death. Charro Tovar says the Coroner informed her that remains found near the Salton Sea area in December were confirmed to be T’neya’s. Authorities have not yet publicly confirmed this information. We have reached out to the
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Palm Springs Unified approves cell phone restriction, set to take effect next school year
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A change for students at Palm Springs Unified School District is on the way. The Board considered a new policy Tuesday night that would keep students from using cell phones in the classroom. It wrote in its policy that the Board “recognizes that the use of personal smartphones and other mobile communication
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LA Galaxy collaborates with CVUSD to motivate and inspire migrant student athletes
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley Unified School District migrant student-athletes were given the unique and exclusive opportunity Wednesday, to meet with LA Galaxy soccer club players, amid the ongoing 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational preseason Major League Soccer tournament at Empire Polo Club in Indio. Students attended the LA Galaxy vs. St. Louis City SC match, followed by a
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Riverside County Fair and Date Festival set to open Thursday
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) –It’s that time of the year again: the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is back, with three weekends of fun. for our friends and our families, from February 12th through March 1st! The Fair runs from February 12th through March 1st. This year’s theme “Return to the Oasis” incorporates 78 years
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Feria del condado de Riverside y Festival nacional del dátil, celebran su 78va edición en la ciudad de Indio
INDIO, California (KUNA) – El día de hoy se llevó a cabo una vista previa para medios de comunicación de la Feria del condado de Riverside y el Festival Nacional el Dátil presentado por Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, esta fue una visualización exclusiva justo antes de la inauguración de la feria. Conocimos cuales serán las
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