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Election Day is nearly upon us, and as voters cast their votes by dropping off their ballots, there are some questions on what that process looks like. Some concerns have arisen following incidents in Oregon and Washington, where unmanned ballot drop boxes were set on fire. But for voters in Riverside County, all drop-off locations

Election day is quickly approaching with close to just a week left before November 5. In a mad dash to inform and register voters KESQ is taking a look at how local republican and democratic operations are at their respective party headquarters in the Coachella Valley. Saturday, October 26 is the last day California is

The Riverside County Registrar of Voters is implementing new methods to loop voters into the ballot certification process. This comes after calls for increased election transparency after a turbulent 2020 election. KESQ was given a tour Wednesday highlighting new measures like increased technology, more registrar employees and different modes of voter outreach. Registrar Art Tinocco

Former President Donald Trump made a stop in California in the Coachella Valley Saturday evening. The Former President took the stage around 5:30 pm in front of a packed rally at Calhoun Ranch near the city of Coachella. Speakers before Donald Trump included Congressman Ken Calvert, Sheriff Chad Bianco and many other top Republican leaders.

Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz hosted a rally Wednesday afternoon in Sun City Palm Desert. Ruiz’s came after former President Donald Trump announced his plans to host a rally in the Coachella Valley on Saturday. Hundreds of people attended the rally on Wednesday including Roberta and Ken Lyon. “We’ve supported him before and we’re excited to have

Former President Donald Trump is hosting a rally in Coachella on Saturday, October 12, and from social media to statements from leadership, the news has drawn many opinions.  “Apparently, he will do anything for a dollar. And it’s obvious the reason he’s coming here is that he thinks he’s going to able to take quite

Former President Donald Trump is planning to host a rally in the Coachella Valley this weekend. According to his campaign website, Trump is scheduled to host a rally at Calhoun Ranch in Coachella on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 5:00 p.m. PT. Doors are scheduled to open at Noon. Click here to register for tickets to

Mail-in ballots are on their way to voters, the Riverside County Registrar of Voters announced Monday morning. “I did receive my notice this morning via email,” said local resident Cindy Lehy. Residents like Lehy are expecting their ballots to arrive in the mail anytime now. That’s because Monday was the last day counties can begin mailing

An update on the ongoing investigation involving Palm Springs City Councilmember Christy Holstege. It concerns the residency of the councilmember,  who is running for State Assembly. Back in August, the Riverside County District Attorney sent a letter to the Palm Springs city attorney accusing Holstege of violating the city’s municipal code by living outside of the

Rancho Mirage city councilmember Meg Marker resigned suddenly from her position in the middle of Thursday’s meeting. Marker resigned after voicing strong opposition to a resolution discussion that would’ve seen the city council possibly adopt regulations that would prohibit council members from entering into contracts where they have a conflict of interest. The city council

Several groups hosted watch parties for their favorite Presidential nominee, as the two candidates Former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris, squared off in their first debate Tuesday night. At least five different watch parties were held for different groups to attend.  Some of the republican gatherings included watch parties at Jackalope Ranch