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CSUSB-Palm Desert receives $100k grant to expand ‘street medicine’ program
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A new $100,000 grant from the Houston Family Foundation will widely expand the ‘Nursing Street Medicine’ program at California State University San Bernardino, Palm Desert. The program serves underserved populations, with targeted clinics on the street helping vulnerable populations, including those experiencing homelessness. “We do vital signs and wound care
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Tracking big changes in our weather this week
Today is a bit warmer than yesterday and a bit warmer than the seasonal average of 102°F. It is also slightly more humid outside today compared to yesterday. This is evident by some of the clouds over the higher elevations. By tomorrow, an area of high pressure will begin to latch onto some of the
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Three-time reigning champion Xavier Prep wins DEL opener, extends league win streak to 34 matches
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Xavier Prep girls volleyball opened league play at home on Tuesday night, resulting in a 3-0 win over Rancho Mirage. With the victory, the three-time reigning champion Saints extended their league win streak to 34 matches. Xavier Prep girls volleyball opened DEL play with a 3-0 win over Rancho Mirage
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El bebé Emmanuel Haro sigue desaparecido mientras el juez fija nuevas fechas para la audiencia de sus padres en un caso de asesinato
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KUNA) Los padres de Emmanuel Haro, de 7 meses, comparecieron ante el tribunal el martes por la mañana para una audiencia de conciliación por un delito grave en Riverside. Un juez programó la próxima audiencia de conciliación para el 16 de octubre y fijó una fecha de audiencia preliminar para el 28 de octubre.
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Sospechoso de homicidio en Palm Springs acusado de asesinato y otros delitos
PALM SPRINGS, California (KUNA) – Un sospechoso acusado de matar a tiros a un hombre de 64 años en una intersección de Palm Springs la semana pasada ha sido acusado de asesinato y otros delitos. Titus Gaumald Holland, de 48 años, comparecerá por primera vez ante el tribunal esta tarde en el Centro de Justicia
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Indio lanza sistema de alertas de emergencia para toda la ciudad
INDIO, California (KUNA) – Las autoridades de Indio lanzaron un sistema de alertas de emergencia para toda la ciudad con motivo del Mes Nacional de la Preparación e instaron a los residentes a registrarse para recibir notificaciones urgentes de seguridad pública. “Las comunidades preparadas son comunidades más seguras”, declaró el alcalde Glenn Miller en un
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Muchas oportunidades profesionales disponibles en la Expo de Empleo del Valle
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – La Expo de Empleo del Valle se celebra este miércoles y reúne a decenas de empleadores que buscan cubrir una amplia variedad de puestos. Este evento, que se celebra en su 30.ª edición, se celebrará en el Centro de Eventos Especiales del Casino Fantasy Springs en Indio a partir de las 9:00
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El Mes de la Herencia Hispana destaca las dificultades de los negocios locales ante el temor a la inmigración
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KUNA) – Con el inicio del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, comunidades de todo Estados Unidos celebran la cultura, las contribuciones y la resiliencia de los emprendedores latinos. Sin embargo, algunos negocios de propiedad latina se enfrentan a una creciente ansiedad relacionada con el aumento de la aplicación de las leyes migratorias y
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Resident counters proposed plan to shift water service ahead of CVWD meeting
SKY VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Some Sky Valley and Desert Edge residents are voicing opposition ahead of a September 23 public hearing where the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) will consider whether to hand off water and wastewater services in parts of its Improvement District 8 to Mission Springs Water District (MSWD). Tabitha Davies, co-director
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Southern California Edison customers could face higher electric bills as soon as October
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (KESQ) – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is meeting on Thursday, with Southern California Edison’s request for a rate increase on the agenda. The CPUC will be deciding whether to allow Edison to raise electricity rates by 10 percent, starting October 1st. The Commission says Edison’s plan would boost the average
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Student Athlete of the Week – Anitzi Zarco
Indio libero Anitzi Zarco is this week’s student athlete of the week. “She’s always a great, positive person on the court,” head coach Meagan Nolasco said. “She likes to bring them up and give them corrections. It’s nice to have somebody on the court that could be a voice when I’m so far away on
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Salton Sea: Toxic Reality
SALTON CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – An alarming report about toxic emissions at the Salton Sea. Many of you have experienced that rotten egg smell. Now, reports of more severe medical issues than previously thought from those living in the area. This as data proves pollution is worse than what’s being recorded. “When we speak with the
Continue ReadingBaby Emmanuel Haro still missing as judge sets new court dates for parents in murder case
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) The parents of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro appeared in court Tuesday morning for a felony settlement conference in Riverside. A judge scheduled their next settlement conference for October 16 and set a preliminary hearing date for October 28. The court also signed a protective order, despite objections from both defense attorneys. Jake and Rebecca Haro have
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Palm Springs to close Demuth Park pickleball courts for expansion project
PALM SPRINGS (KESQ) – Palm Springs officials announced today they will temporarily shut down the Demuth Park Pickleball Courts to begin construction next week for an expansion project. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department will transform the current court, located at 4365 Mesquite Ave., into a “premier pickleball destination,” installing 22 new courts, one tournament
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Volunteers use National Voter Registration Day to encourage voters ahead of special election
CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Tuesday marks National Voter Registration Day! Volunteers are using the occasion to encourage valley residents to register to vote ahead of this year’s special election. Each year, volunteers at the Mary Pickford Theater encourage passing moviegoers to check their voter registration. Tuesday marks their first day boothing this year. The
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Many career opportunities available at Valley Wide Employment Expo
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Valley Wide Employment Expo is on Wednesday, featuring dozens of employers looking to fill a wide variety of jobs. This is the event’s 30th year, which will be held at Fantasy Springs Casino Special Events Center in Indio beginning at 9:00 a.m. About a thousand job seekers will have the
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