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Retail fireworks permit lottery application now open for the city of Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Indio is accepting applications for a Retail Sales Permit for Safe and Sane Fireworks for the upcoming fireworks sales season. Eligibility: Open to tax-exempt organizations as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Organizations must have a valid tax-exempt Identification Number. To apply, visit: https://cityofindio.seamlessdocs.com/f/fireworkslotteryapp Application Deadline: March
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Triple digits in the forecast as the weekend approaches
High pressure builds in across the region, and the warming continues. Expect upper 90s and lower 100s through the weekend and most of next week, too. Heat advisories are popping up along the coast and into the Inland Empire for both today and tomorrow, but expect more advisories. Highs today make it into the middle
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Search continues for missing woman last seen in Idyllwild
IDYLLWILD (KESQ) – Authorities sought the public’s assistance today in locating a 34-year-old Pennsylvania woman last seen in Idyllwild. Jennifer Sue Stoltzfus was last spotted February 28th in the 43000 block of Florida Ave in Hemet. Now, her family and missing persons advocate group , The RAD Movement, are working to keep her case in
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AI on Trial: How AI is transforming the way legal work is done
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – They say a man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client. But — perhaps not, if you’ve got the knowledge of the entire internet and artificial intelligence on your side. “What AI did is it gave me a perspective that I never had before,” said Melissa
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CHP steps up enforcement on Varner Road
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Varner Road has been identified as one of California’s five most dangerous roads. The roadway sees a high number of crashes, many resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. From February 1, 2025, to today, there have been 64 crashes. A recent state study blames speed, distracted driving, and impaired driving. To solve
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Autoridades del condado de Riverside realizan operativo de control animal en North Shore, residentes externan vivir con temor
North Shore, California (KUNA) – Luego de haber realizado una cobertura el pasado lunes 2 de marzo, para abordar las preocupaciones de los residentes de North Shore sobre los perros callejeros, el Departamento de Servicios Animales del Condado de Riverside llevó a cabo esta mañana una operaciónde campo y educación en la comunidad. El departamento
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Dept. of Animal Service conduct operation to help roaming dogs issue in North Shore
NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KESQ) – In a continued effort to address residents’ concerns regarding stray dogs roaming the streets in the community of North Shore, Riverside County Department of Animal Services conducted a field and education operation Wednesday morning. “This is part of our follow-up to help the community and provide improved safety in North Shore,”
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Neighborhood Hero: Sensei Tamara is making the world of karate more inclusive
LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – Sensei Tamara Canedo-Lifschutz is the founder and CEO of Seiden-Juku, a nonprofit in La Quinta dedicated to the art of Karate-Do and Para-Karate, serving students with cerebral palsy, autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, blind athletes and wheelchair users. She also teaches youth impacted by foster care, abuse and bullying. She was
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Report: FBI bulletin warns Iran discussed possible drone attack on California
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KESQ) Federal authorities warned California law enforcement agencies that Iran had discussed the possibility of launching a drone attack against targets in the state as retaliation tied to the war, according to a bulletin reviewed by ABC News. The alert said U.S. officials obtained information suggesting that as of early February 2026,
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Palm Springs City Council approves updated timeline for long-delayed Dream Hotel
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The long-delayed Dream Hotel project was back in front of city leaders during Wednesday’s Palm Springs City Council meeting. The project, located at the northwest corner of Avenida Caballeros and East Amado Road, has been in the works for decades. Councilmembers approved an amendment with the developer that includes a
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Tracking significantly warmer than usual temperatures
It’s a warm and sunny day here in the Coachella Valley. Today, temperatures are still in the mid to low 80s, just a few degrees above the seasonal average of 80°F. However, temperatures will continue to climb day after day. This weekend will see a small area of low pressure temporarily weaken the dominant ridge
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BNP Paribas Open volunteers work to make a difference in the Valley with grant funding
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – Each year, nearly 1,400 volunteers join the BNP Paribas Open to make sure the tournament runs smoothly. It’s an important job that many have been doing for years. “I’ve been volunteering here as an usher for six years and love it,” Helene Raymond said. “We love tennis. We love watching
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Papa Dan’s announces grand reopening date, nearly two years after arson fire
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Nearly two years after an arson fire destroyed its building, Papa Dan’s Pizza & Pasta is set to reopen Monday in its new location. Papa Dan’s will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday at 9:30 a.m. Community members, loyal customers, and local leaders are encouraged to
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Temps begin a significant rise
High pressure will build in across the region, and that ridge of high pressure will dominate the forecast well into next week. Highs will rise from near 90 today well into the 100s by the weekend. Temps will peak next week near 106 degrees! Heat advisories are popping up from coastal locations into the Inland
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Significant Warm Up on the Way
High pressure building into the region will bring a nice warming trend and plenty of sunshine across the Coachella Valley this week. Tomorrow will be a couple degrees warmer that today with highs not quite record breaking yet in the upper 80s. Highs will climb from the 80s today into the 90s by midweek as
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Fire at popular rental property spotlights concerns about vacation rentals
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As the season brings thousands of vacationers looking to book their dream getaway in the Coachella Valley, disasters are highlighting concerns these renters and property owners often have. From the renters’ side: what happens to their deposits and bookings if a home suddenly becomes unavailable? And for property owners: there’s always
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Fashion Week El Paseo brings boost in business to Palm Desert
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Fashion Week El Paseo kicks off this Friday, and it’s recognized as the largest fashion week on the west coast. Fashion week events will take place at The Gardens on El Paseo, and organizers say they expect 5,000 attendees. Local business owners say this will bring a much needed boost
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