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Lift to Rise to host free immigration legal clinic
Lift to Rise is hosting a legal clinic providing free legal advice on immigration matters this Saturday. The legal clinic will be held at the Lift to Rise Palm Desert Office, located at 73-710 Fred Waring Dr. Ste. 117, Palm Desert, and will run from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.. Attendees can get advice on The post Lift to Rise to host free immigration legal clinic appeared first on KESQ.
Humid heat remains; Excessive Heat Watch over the weekend as temperatures warm
We've experienced humid heat this week as elevated moisture levels made things uncomfortable in the Coachella Valley. More moisture will continue to move in tomorrow morning, with dew points around 60° to 70° across much of the region. The extra moisture also elevates the chance of storms in...
July 17 Daily Briefing: Grant for heat mitigation assistance, PSP parking rates, and more
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Remember “Merman,” the documentary about André Chambers, a 60-year-old Black queer nurse and civil rights advocate from Palm Springs? Well, congrats are in order after it won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Independent American Short Film at the Champs-Élysées Film Festival in Paris. If you don’t recall, the film illustrates Chambers’ multifaceted life as a leather enthusiast, husband, and nurse. Chambers, who attended the award ceremony, said he views the win as validation to never give up on one’s dreams and he plans to continue inspiring others through his nursing career and social media. Congratulations!
Lemon Lily Festival Continues Without Lemon Lilies
The Friends of the San Jacinto Mountain County Parks held their annual. Lemon Lily Festival at the Nature Center on Saturday, July 13. This. month’s record-breaking heat wave meant an early blooming season, and. fewer human visitors to the event. Those who made it enjoyed crafts and. games for...
COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY ANNOUNCES FULL 2024 -2025 SEASON SINGLE TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW.
COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ADAM KARSTEN has officially announced CVRep’s 2024-2025 Season: five sensational productions of award-winning plays and musicals never before produced by CVRep, as well as the World Premiere of a new and timely work selected from the 2023 ORIGINS NEW WORKS PROGRAM. The season...
BNP Paribas Open added $852 million to local economy in March, new study finds
The figure marks a 51% increase over the last economic impact study conducted following the 2022 event, which reported a total of $565 million entering the local economy during the event. Palm Springs Desert Sun. The BNP Paribas Open’s impact to the Coachella Valley economy was more than $400 million...
ROCK N’ ROLL LEGENDS THE BLACK CROWES BRING THEIR ’HAPPINESS BASTARDS TOUR (THE REPRISE)’ TO FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT CASINO ON DEC. 6, 2024
The Black Crowes will rock the house when they perform at the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 19 at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via phone at (760) 342-5000 or online at FantasySpringsResort.com.
Parents of fallen Marine Hunter Lopez honor son at 2024 Republican National Convention
The parents of fallen local Marine Corporal Hunter Lopez were among the Gold Star families honored Wednesday night at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Herman and Alicia Lopez took center stage to speak out about their son's passing and honor the lives of the service members who were lost nearly three years ago. Hunter Lopez, The post Parents of fallen Marine Hunter Lopez honor son at 2024 Republican National Convention appeared first on KESQ.
Sunny Skies Ahead: Jerry Steffen Predicts Perfect Weekend Weather
Today will be sunny with highs around 85°F. Winds from the northwest at 10-15 mph will bring some relief from the heat. Tonight, expect clear skies with temperatures dropping to a comfortable 60°F. The weekend looks promising with more sunny days and highs in the mid-80s.
Final suspect pleads guilty in Palm Desert jewelry store robbery
A Colton man pleaded guilty Wednesday to his involvement in a Palm Desert jewelry store robbery more than two years ago and was immediately sentenced to three years in prison. Demetrius Thornton, 25, entered the guilty plea to a felony robbery charge at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. A related charge of assault The post Final suspect pleads guilty in Palm Desert jewelry store robbery appeared first on KESQ.
Measure J Commission approves $2M for pickleball complex amid process concern; City Council gets final say
The Palm Springs Measure J Oversight Commission voted Wednesday to allocate $2 million in funding for a planned pickleball complex at Demuth Park, despite some commissioners’ concerns about the rushed approval process. The commission unanimously approved the funding request, which will come from the Measure J fund balance. An...
Shooting investigation in Desert Hot Springs
Police are responding to a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Desert Hot Springs. The shooting was reported just after 5:00 p.m. on Two Bunch Palms Trail right in front of Desert Springs Middle School. Details remain limited. News Channel 3 spoke with a couple of residents at the scene who confirmed...
Robert Drake, “The Authentic Fake,” Returns to Oscar’s
“The Authentic Fake” with Robert Drake and special guests, presented by Joey English Productions in cooperation with Oscar’s, will return with monthly performances every third Tuesday of the month beginning July 16, 2024. Director Robert Drake, The Authentic Fake, performs with renowned special guests. Those taking the stage...
Next level recycling
COACHELLA, CALIF. — When the topic of recycling is discussed, the recycling of packaging — converting plastic, paper and glass packaging into new materials for future use — usually leads the discussion. But recycling can and should go beyond packaging. It should include what’s inside. According...
California has Imposed a New Tax on Guns. What are the Impacts?
Starting July 1, California became the first state to charge an extra tax on guns and ammunition. The new 11% tax will be added on top of the current federal and state tax. Supporters say will this help reduce gun violence, but opponents say this will impact gun sales and a violation of the Second The post California has Imposed a New Tax on Guns. What are the Impacts? appeared first on KESQ.
Observer messaging teenager about sex act was speaking with vigilantes, according to CA officials
Charges have been brought against an optometrist following an undercover sting by a civilian vigilante group, according to California authorities. According to a criminal complaint from the California Department of Justice, Brandon Thomas Zoeckler was charged on July 1 with meeting a kid for indecent purposes and attempting to commit a lewd act with a child who was 14 or 15 years old.
Entertainment Report Brought to You by: Aqua Caliente – July 16
The Agua Caliente Entertainment Report July 16, 2024. NBC Springs Mug to Feature on Seth Meyers Show Tonight. Summary: Tune in to tonight’s episode of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” to catch a special appearance by NBC Springs mugs on Seth Meyers’ desk. Tonight’s guests include Natalie Portman, Noah, and Michael Monroe. If you spot the mug, snap a photo and share it with NBC Palm Springs at.
One person dead, two others injured in Desert Hot Springs shooting
One person was killed and two others were injured after a shooting in Desert Hot Springs Wednesday afternoon. The violence was reported at 4:53 p.m. on Two Bunch Palms Trail in front of Desert Springs Middle School. Details were limited. DHSPD Chief Jim Henson confirmed at the scene that the two injured people were rushed The post One person dead, two others injured in Desert Hot Springs shooting appeared first on KESQ.
Tonight’s Morongo Valley Community Services District meeting canceled
Tonight’s Morongo Valley Community Services District regular meeting has been canceled. With the General Manager on maternity leave and with no pressing action items, the MVCSD have decided to skip July’s meeting according to President Christina Gorke. These regular meetings take place on the third Wednesday of every...
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