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RivCo man found guilty of killing former schoolmate, hiding her body in the mountains
A man who killed a 16-year-old Moreno Valley girl because she got him expelled from school, hiding her body somewhere in the San Bernardino Mountains, was convicted of first-degree murder on Wednesday. After deliberating just over a day, a Riverside jury returned with the verdict against Owen Skyler Shover, 23, of Hesperia, additionally finding true The post RivCo man found guilty of killing former schoolmate, hiding her body in the mountains appeared first on KESQ.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School unveils newly-upgraded broadcast center
A ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday celebrated the completion of the newly upgraded broadcast center at Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Indio. Funded predominantly by the Bianca Rae Foundation, in partnership with the Desert Sands Educational Foundation, the project provides students with a state-of-the-art facility to enhance their learning experience and foster a passion for journalism and storytelling. The post Thomas Jefferson Middle School unveils newly-upgraded broadcast center appeared first on KESQ.
Animal rights advocates announce lawsuit against Riverside County for euthanasia policy
Coachella Valley animal welfare activists announced a lawsuit Wednesday against the Riverside County Department of Animal Services for what they allege are ongoing violations of a California law that prohibits euthanasia of impounded dogs and cats that have adoption potential, saying the county is possibly the worst nationally in carrying out pet terminations to make The post Animal rights advocates announce lawsuit against Riverside County for euthanasia policy appeared first on KESQ.
Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns in September
Cinema Diverse, the annual Palm Springs celebration of LGBTQ+ films and filmmakers returns this September for its 17th year. Tickets are now on sale for the film festival, which will be taking place over two weekends. News Channel 3 anchor Peter Daut spoke about this year's festival with director Michael Green. The post Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns in September appeared first on KESQ.
BLSS: High school football week 1 highlights and scores
High school football is back! The season officially kicked off this week with 10 local games WEEK 1 Xavier Prep - 0@Coachella Valley - 27F *An Xavier Prep player was airlifted after suffering an injury during the game. A helicopter landed on the field, causing a temporary stoppage in the game. The game was called The post BLSS: High school football week 1 highlights and scores appeared first on KESQ.
Fentanyl Prevention Day Highlights Growing Narcan Access in Coachella Valley
National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day is August 21 according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Andy Tran, psychiatrist Desert Care Network, said Desert Regional's street medicine initiative offers services to patients who struggle with substance use. "We have the resident physicians who work at Desert Regional go out and help The post Fentanyl Prevention Day Highlights Growing Narcan Access in Coachella Valley appeared first on KESQ.
Living Desert Zoo looks to expand with three new lion habitats, event center
The Palm Desert Planning Commission was unable to vote on the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' plan to expand; instead, the discussion will be continued at a September meeting. This expansion, which is the third and final phase of a three-phase master plan approved by the city in 2015, will include three new lion habitats, The post Living Desert Zoo looks to expand with three new lion habitats, event center appeared first on KESQ.
47-year-old man missing since Aug. 15 in Mountain Center
Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a 47-year-old man who has been missing for nearly a week in Mountain Center. Delfino Guadalupe Lopez Fajardo was last seen at around 6:30 p.m. on August 15 around the 63000 block of Highway 74. He is described as five feet, seven inches tall, weighing approximately The post 47-year-old man missing since Aug. 15 in Mountain Center appeared first on KESQ.
Acrisure Arena to host a job fair on Aug. 29
Acrisure Arena will host a job fair on Thursday, August 29 as it seeks to fill a wide range of positions. The arena is looking to fill various positions within OVG Hospitality’s food and beverage services. The event will also feature opportunities for Coachella Valley Firebirds and Welcome Center Staff positions at the Berger Foundation The post Acrisure Arena to host a job fair on Aug. 29 appeared first on KESQ.
Man in critical condition after early morning shooting in Rancho Mirage
A person injured in an early morning shooting in Rancho Mirage remains in critical condition, authorities told News Channel 3. The shooting was reported just before 3:50 a.m. on the 69000 block of Highway 111. Police were called regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. The reporting party stated a man who was walking around The post Man in critical condition after early morning shooting in Rancho Mirage appeared first on KESQ.
Car insurance rates continue to increase in California, a problem for all drivers
According to Insurify, climate-driven natural disasters, inflation and soaring car prices are contributing to the increase in car insurance rates. Rates already saw a 15% increase in the first half of 2024. Higher costs and more expensive car parts make it more expensive to cover accidents. The average price for a new car in July The post Car insurance rates continue to increase in California, a problem for all drivers appeared first on KESQ.
Coachella Valley Unified School District to kick off the school year with new programs, high ambitions
Tomorrow will be the first day of school for over 16,000 students at CVUSD schools! The school year kicks off under a new Superintendent, Dr. Frances Esparza. She has a strong background in education, and served as the district's Assistant Superintendent prior to this year. She has been preparing for the school year all Summer, The post Coachella Valley Unified School District to kick off the school year with new programs, high ambitions appeared first on KESQ.
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