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By Max Saltman and Abeer Salman, CNN (CNN) — Israeli forces intercepted the Handala, a Gaza-bound ship carrying aid and activists, within 70 nautical miles of its intended destination on Saturday night. “The occupation has disabled our cameras and all communication has been lost,” a spokesperson for the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) told CNN in
Continue ReadingBy Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Eleven people were injured in a “random” stabbing by a man with a folding knife-style weapon at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, Saturday, according to the Grand Traverse County sheriff. A 42-year-old suspect, a Michigan resident, was taken into custody after authorities arrived within minutes, Grand Traverse County
Continue ReadingBy Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN (CNN) — Retired CIA official Susan Miller, an author of the agency’s 2017 intelligence report on Russian election meddling, is vowing to fight any potential criminal charges brought by the Trump administration. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has accused the Obama administration of manufacturing the intelligence report, which assessed that
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By Jonny Hallam, CNN (CNN) — The leaders of Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to meet for ceasefire talks after days of cross-border violence, according to statements on Saturday from both sides as well as US President Donald Trump. Trump said earlier in the weekend that he had spoken with both Cambodian Prime Minister Hun
Continue ReadingBy Abeer Salman, Ibrahim Dahman, Eugenia Yosef and Tim Lister (CNN) — A 5-month-old Palestinian baby suffering from severe malnutrition died in her mother’s arms in Gaza Friday, one of the latest victims of a starvation crisis that has generated international outrage but continues to deepen. The girl – Zeinab Abu Halib – died Friday
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By Rebekah Riess, Rafael Romo, CNN (CNN) — The family of 3-year-old Ke’Torrius “K.J.” Starkes Jr. is remembering the little boy as a “joyful,” “brilliant” “happy boy who loved life, who would light up any room that he would enter into.” The toddler died after he was trapped inside a hot car while in the
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ)– The California Highway Patrol Indio Office, along with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, will host a Child Passenger Seat Safety event on Saturday, July 26. The event will take place at La Quinta Fire Station 32, located at 78111 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Continue ReadingBy Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — Darren Beattie — a top State Department official who was fired as a speechwriter during President Donald Trump’s first term after CNN revealed that he spoke at a conference attended by White nationalists — will now serve as the acting president of the US Institute of Peace, according to
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By David Wright, CNN (CNN) — Democrats running in next year’s midterms are pumping out videos of themselves pumping iron. In one video, Texas Senate candidate Colin Allred stands in his home gym after a workout and, still in a sweat, criticizes President Donald Trump’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. In another, Cait Conley,
Continue ReadingBy Annette Choi, CNN (CNN) — The US Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender identity care for transgender minors earlier this summer has fueled ongoing polarization around LGBTQ issues and controversial policies across the nation. The high court has also agreed to take on more cases dealing with trans rights in its
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)– A Desert Hot Springs man was arrested on suspicion of burglary and assault causing great bodily harm Thursday evening. Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station says they responded to a call at approximately 2:00 a.m. Thursday morning reporting a burglary occurring on the 69500 block of Dillion Road in the unincorporated area of
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) Board of Education has approved starting the process to appoint a provisional trustee to fill the vacancy in Trustee Area 2. The vacancy has been in effect since Sylvia Paz, who previously held the position of Trustee Area 2, resigned on June 17. At
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UPDATE 7/25/2025 9:40 P.M. – CAL FIRE reports that the fire destroyed an unoccupied single family home. One person was treated at the scene for a minor injury. Crews expect to stay at the scene for another hour for overhaul/cleanup. COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire reports that they received a fire call
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By Jeff Zeleny, Kevin Liptak, CNN Edinburgh, Scotland (CNN) — Fleeing Washington’s oppressive humidity and nonstop questions over heated controversies, President Donald Trump is once again taking weekend refuge at his golf clubs — this time more than 3,000 miles away in Scotland. While the White House has called his five-day trip a “working visit,”
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WHITEWATER, Calif. (KESQ) — As the summer months heat up, it can be tempting to take a dip in the nearest lakes or rivers. For many, that can be the Whitewater River Channel, but this National Water Safety Day, the Coachella Valley Water District is urging locals to use caution and avoid dangerous waterways. CVWD posted to
Continue ReadingTWENTYNINE PALMS (KESQ) A plan to build a resort near Joshua Tree National Park is moving forward after the Twentynine Palms City Council voted 5-0 Tuesday night to approve development plans for the Ofland Resort. The 100-cabin project will be built across 42 acres of desert just east of Indian Cove and is expected to
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Two people were hospitalized Friday morning after a crash in Rancho Mirage left a car on its roof. Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to the scene just after 11:00 a.m. to Highway 111 near Bob Hope Drive. Two cars were involved in the crash, one of which had flipped
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — Just a few years ago, empty storefronts lined the streets of downtown Indio. Today, the city’s core is buzzing with new businesses, construction projects, and events aimed at bringing life back to the heart of the Coachella Valley. Miguel Ramirez-Cornejo, Indio’s Economic Development Director, says the growth isn’t happening by accident.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– All three Desert Care Network’s hospitals have been nationally recognized for outstanding commitment to stroke care for patients in desert communities. Earlier this week, it was announced Eisenhower Health was awarded the 2025 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus and Target: Type 2 Diabetes
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By Rhea Mogul and Aishwarya S. Iyer, CNN New Delhi (CNN) — When British traders landed on India’s shores in the 1600s, they arrived in search of spices and silk but stayed for centuries – leaving behind a legacy that would shape the nation long after their colonial exploitation ended: the English language. Over the
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