PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Dozens of Palm Springs business leaders and residents gathered at the Palm Springs City Council Special Meeting on Monday. Councilmembers approved and discussed the new Economic Development Strategic Framework, a plan to move away from a tourism driven economy and build one that puts residents at the center. The city’s
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A valley tradition will be back on Thanksgiving Day – The 19th annual Martha’s Village & Kitchen Thanksgiving Day 5k is a chance for all to help a great cause. The event typically draws more than 5,000 people, and is the nonprofit’s premier fundraiser to help provide services to people
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) The Coachella Valley Water District has notified customers across its service area that levels of naturally occurring chromium-6 are above California’s new drinking water standard, according to a state-approved notice mailed this week. CVWD said the issue is not an emergency and the water “remains safe to drink.” Routine samples reviewed
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Sunline Transit Agency unveiled the winners of its 10th annual student art contest. A ceremony was held Monday morning in Thousand Palms to honor the winners’ achievement. The lucky students who stole the show with their creations include Gerardo Silva from Desert Hot Springs, Antonio Calma from La Quinta
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WHITEWATER, Calif. (KESQ) – Recent rain and weather conditions have eased fire risk across Southern California over the past couple of weeks. As locals and visitors alike take advantage of this pleasant weather, they will now have more places to recreate in Riverside County. Officials with CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire announced the reopening of six
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RIVERSIDE (CNS) – California Highway Patrol officers will ramp up operations beginning Wednesday night to snare drunken and drug-impaired drivers throughout the Thanksgiving holiday period. The agency will initiate its annual Thanksgiving “maximum enforcement period” beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, when all available officers will deploy to catch DUI suspects, speeders and other traffic violators.
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BANNING, Calif. (KESQ) – A 32-year-old Banning woman who engaged in sex acts with a boy over a months-long period was sentenced today to three years’ felony probation and six months in a work release program. Reyna Virginia Rincon pleaded guilty in April to lewd acts on a child under 14 years old under a
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – An 18-year-old man was injured in a shooting Monday afternoon in Indio, police confirmed. Police said the shooting was reported at around 2:45 p.m. near the area of Avenue 44 and King Street Police did not locate any suspects or victims at the scene, but did find shell casings. A short
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It’s that time of year again, the Living Desert is kicking off one of its most beloved holiday traditions. Wildlights returns this week, and we’re giving you a first look at the dazzling displays. The zoo will be transformed into a shimmering winter wonderland with millions of brilliant lights, illuminated photo ops, and a meet-and-greet with Santa
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A 46-year-old man was arrested after a shooting Sunday night in Cathedral City that left a person in critical condition. The shooting was reported at around 8:40 p.m. on the 35300 block of Corregidor Drive. Police said a 54-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound. Officers said they learned
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Udo Kier, the legendary German actor and cult film icon, has died at 81, his partner, artist Delbert McBride, confirmed to Variety. According to multiple reports, Kier died Sunday morning in Palm Springs. Kier worked with some of the biggest names in art and film, from Andy Warhol to Lars
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Palm Springs, Calif. (KESQ) – Ethan Hawke will receive the Career Achievement Award at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival, organizers announced Monday. The award celebrates Hawke’s impressive body of work, including his most recent project, Blue Moon. “Ethan Hawke has spent four decades building one of the most adventurous and prolific careers in
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Turkey’s tend to take up the most cost when it comes to a Thanksgiving meal. Now experts said turkey prices are low this year, but there are some stores selling them for better prices than others. Over the years, the price of turkey has accounted for 43% of the total dinner cost
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UPDATE 11/24/2025 – The Riverside County Coroner has identified the woman killed in the crash as 58-year-old Maria Moreno de Hernandez of Mecca. MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) — A woman was killed Monday following a two-vehicle collision involving a pickup truck and a farm tractor, according to the California Highway Patrol. The crash occurred just before
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Over 800 customers are without power Sunday evening in Palm Desert, according to Southern California Edison. SCE is reports the outage began shortly after 8 p.m. in the area of Shadow Mountain Drive and surrounding blocks. A repair crew is on the way according to the company’s website. Power is
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Families across the Coachella Valley came together Sunday at The River in Rancho Mirage for a Thanksgiving Giveback Event. Local barbers, stylists, students, and nonprofit organizations offered free haircuts, resources, and raffles to help community members prepare for the holiday. The event was organized by Resurrecting Hope and Hands On
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Plaza Theatre is holding a block party Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers said to celebrate the exciting revival of the beloved landmark, the block is closing with music, fun and community spirit. It will include free guided tours. Performers include: 10:00 a.m. Modern Men:
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Thousands gathered in Downtown Park in Palm Springs Saturday for the Coachella Valley Filipino Festival. The highly anticipated event finally kicked off after it was postponed last weekend due to weather. Over 50 vendors, locals and visitors gathered to celebrate Filipino culture, with many saying they were happy the event
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) — Balloons are up Saturday night in Cathedral City, and are ready to glow for residents. With storms through the Coachella Valley, all Friday events and a balloon launch this morning were canceled. Organizers say the balloons cannot fly in windy conditions or with a single drop of rain for safety
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Update 11/22/2025 9:30 a.m. — Due to rain and unsafe conditions the city of Palm Desert said it’s postponing the Wiener Dog Race. Original Article The city of Palm Desert is holding its first ever wiener dog race. It’s all happening at Civic Center Park’s dog park from 8 a.m.
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