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A diversion termination hearing has been scheduled for Aug. 6 for Vem Miller, the man accused of carrying a loaded firearm without a permit to a Donald Trump campaign rally in Coachella in October 2024. According to the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office, Miller’s case had been scheduled for a diversion dismissal hearing Thursday July
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UPDATE: Indio Police Department says the issue affecting 9-1-1 emergency phone lines has been resolved, and 9-1-1 is now fully operational. Original Report INDIO, Calif. — The Indio Police Department is alerting the public that it is currently experiencing an issue affecting 9-1-1 emergency phone lines. Officials are asking anyone who needs immediate police or
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As students prepare to return to the classroom, Palm Springs Unified School District is reminding families to make sure their children are up to date on required vaccinations and health records before the first day of school. School officials say this is one of the busiest times of year for
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PALM DESERT, CALIF. (KESQ)- The desert sun can do more damage than people realize. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., and experts say years of UV exposure can silently damage your skin before you ever notice it. With extreme UV levels common in the Valley there are warning signs people often miss,
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — CVS Health announced Tuesday it is expanding its pharmacy offerings to include select pet-only medications, including insulin, flea and tick treatments, pain relievers and other prescriptions. This change is a nationwide expansion, bringing these medications to nearly 9,000 stores across the nation. Pet owners need a written prescription from a
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – A cyclist is recovering after being struck in a hit-and-run while riding on the CV Link in Coachella over the weekend, and now he and other riders say the crash underscores a growing safety concern: vehicles driving on the pathway. The crash happened on the CV Link between Dillon Road and
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THOUSAND PALMS, CALIF. (KESQ)- We are now halfway through the 100 deadliest days of summer, that is the dangerous period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal traffic crashes. CHP says crashes have not increased compared to previous years, and we’re looking at what that means as we head into the second half of
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. — A mobile home fire in Desert Hot Springs destroyed one home and damaged two others Wednesday morning, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The fire was reported around 9:43 a.m. in the 17700 block of Langlois Road.When crews arrived, they found one mobile home on fire with flames spreading
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – If you look around town, you might come across one woman searching for bottles and cans in the recycling bin. “This is definitely a smelly job,” said Alisha Gerholdt, lifiting her shirt to cover her nose, laughing. Her journey hasn’t been an easy one. Despite being a cardiac patient since
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MECCA, Calif. — One person was killed, and two others were injured following a suspected DUI traffic collision on eastbound Interstate 10 near the Cactus Rest Area on Wednesday morning. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at approximately 7:01 a.m. According to the California Highway Patrol, preliminary investigation suggests a Tesla Model 3 was driving
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)– Rancho Mirage councilmember Steve Downs is speaking out about an ongoing state ethics investigation involving allegations related to his economic interest disclosures and potential conflicts of interest. The investigation by the California Fair Political Practices Commission comes after an anonymous complaint alleged Downs failed to report continuing work with a real
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PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – Student registration was underway today in the Palm Springs Unified and Desert Sands Unified school districts for the 2026-27 academic year, and officials said new educational options are in the works. PSUSD classes are scheduled to begin Aug. 5, while DSUSD classes are scheduled to start Aug. 19. Officials from both
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– Modernism Week announced the schedule for its 4-day festival, bringing more than 50 events celebrating midcentury modern architecture, design and culture to Palm Springs October 15 to the 18. This upcoming festival debuts several new experiences like “Modernism Week Fall Dining Series” and “Modernism Week After Dark” connecting residents and travelers
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As thousands of students prepare to head back to the classroom next week, the Palm Springs Unified School District is helping families with incoming transitional kindergarten students get ready for the new school year. The district will host its Transitional Kindergarten Resource Fair on Thursday July 30th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Desert
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The Imperial Irrigation District has issued a conservation alert starting today due to extreme heat in the Coachella Valley. The alert was in effect from 7 a.m. Wednesday through at least 10 p.m. Sunday to help reduce strain on the electric grid. The district is asking customers to voluntary reduce
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TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. — A 28-year-old instructional assistant employed by the Morongo Unified School District has been arrested following an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a developmentally disabled student under the age of 14 at Condor Elementary School. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Isaac Elias Carrillo, a resident of Twentynine
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PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – The Palm Springs International Airport has updated its website ahead of a federal compliance date to improve access for people with disabilities and provide a more mobile-friendly experience to travelers. “Accessibility is about more than meeting a requirement. It’s also making sure every traveler can easily access the information they need
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Big Bear Lake’s beloved bald eagle Jackie has reached an encouraging milestone in her recovery, but wildlife veterinarians say she remains in stable but critical condition and is still fighting for her life. The Ojai Raptor Center announced that Jackie has been moved from the intensive care unit, where she required oxygen therapy, to one
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UPDATE: 7/29/2026 Indio police cited 39 people for committing various violations during a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation, officials announced today. The operation was conducted from 6 a.m. through 2 p.m. Tuesday, according to the Indio Police Department. The citations were issued for numerous violations, including speeding, driving without a license, holding a cell phone
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Palm Springs Unified School District has appointed veteran educator Kim Ballard as the inaugural principal of its new Middle College High School, set to open in the 2027-28 school year. The district introduced Ballard during Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, where she briefly addressed trustees before they approved her appointment. The
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