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Born to Afghan refugees, Bay Area DNC delegate shares why he's voting for Kamala Harris
In one week, Vice President Kamala Harris will accept the likely nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.The largest group of delegates will be from California, her home state. Among them are many from the Bay Area.When asked who he is voting for, Harris Mojadedi replies: "I am proud to cast my vote for the next president of the United States, Kamala D. Harris."Born in the East Bay to Afghan refugees, Mojadedi, who is Muslim, South Asian and an LGBTQ activist, sets off on Sunday for Democratic National Convention in Chicago.Mojadedi, who is assistant dean of Student...
$12M Clif Bar class action settlement
Consumers could benefit from a $12 million Clif Bar settlement if they purchased bars with exaggerated nutrition claims. The settlement benefits consumers who purchased certain Clif Bar products between April 19, 2014, and March 31, 2023, for California and New York residents or between March 31, 2019, and March 31, 2023, for consumers outside California and New York.
California Democrats say they’ve waited a lifetime to watch Harris nominated at DNC
Deborah Cunningham-Skurnik has been to the Democratic National Convention in the past, but this year just feels different. “I’ve been waiting for this,” the California Democratic Party regional director told the Washington Examiner. “[The party] is on target with their messaging, and it’s really resonating well with Democrats. No party preference and even moderates seem to be very eager […]
Clear the Shelters Event Highlights Big Dogs in Need of Homes
This weekend marks the 10th annual Clear the Shelters event at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, where all adoption fees are covered thanks to a generous donor. The shelter has a high number of large dogs in need of homes, with 100 available for adoption, the highest number ever seen. While many people tend to overlook big dogs, they are often sweet and low-energy, making them great companions. The shelter is highlighting dogs like Atlas, Luna, Mr. Big, and Hela, all of whom are vaccinated, neutered, spayed, and microchipped.
California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
As a new school year begins, lawmakers are again trying to give public school teachers paid family leave.Supporters believe the benefit will help attract and retain high-quality teachers in the face of an increasing shortage. But critics worry that the bill—which has widespread support among the Democratic majority in the Legislature and is a priority for the Legislative Women's Caucus—could come at the actual expense of students. The union-backed bill, authored by the Democratic Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, would give teachers 14 weeks of fully paid leave after having a baby, paid for by school districts through existing state funding.Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a similar...
Two men arrested in Palm Springs burglary, police search for more possible suspects
Police arrested two people suspected of breaking into a home in Palm Springs on Thursday, but continue to investigate for other possible suspects. The burglary was reported at around Noon on the 2900 block of Guadalupe Rd. Police said a homeowner who was monitoring their via surveillance video reported seeing four individuals wearing hooded sweatshirts The post Two men arrested in Palm Springs burglary, police search for more possible suspects appeared first on KESQ.
DSUSD welcomes Tamara Wadkins as its new public information officer
The Desert Sands Unified School District has a new spokesperson. Earlier this week, the district announced the appointment of Tamara Wadkins as its new Public Information Officer (PIO). District officials touted Wadkins' wealth of experience in media and communications that she will bring to DSUSD. She spent over two decades as a news anchor and The post DSUSD welcomes Tamara Wadkins as its new public information officer appeared first on KESQ.
VIDEO: School buses destroyed by fire in Inland Empire
Multiple school buses were destroyed in a fire outside the San Jacinto Unified School District offices on Thursday. A School District spokesperson said the burning buses, which are provided to the SJUSD through a contract with the Hemet Unified School District, were extinguished by Cal Fire, “resulting in quick containment and minimizing loss.” The spokesperson […]
Cathedral City Completes $730,000 Pavement Repairs in Panorama Neighborhood
Nearly a year after Tropical Storm Hillary hit Cathedral City, the City Council has approved the completion of pavement repairs in the Panorama neighborhood. Street reconstruction, which began the day after the storm, involved $730,000 in repairs to roads damaged by flooding and mud. The project, completed just shy of a year from its start, has significantly improved road conditions, raising ratings from poor to very good. The city plans to continue addressing other areas as part of its five-year plan.
California State Sen. removed from Latino Caucus for switching to GOP
(The Center Square) - The California State Senator who switched from the Democratic to Republican party mid-session claims she has been stripped of her committee assignments and the Latino Caucus as “retribution” for leaving the Democratic Caucus. While Senate Democratic leaders say it’s standard to remove individuals from committees to figure out how to maintain appropriate party balance in committees, the Latino Caucus says State Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil, R-Jackson, a Latina woman, was removed from the group just for being a Republican. ...
Help the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus help back-to-school kids
The Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus (PSGMC) is holding its fifth annual school supplies drive. "Chorus Cares" is a PSGMC program that provides outreach initiatives throughout the Coachella Valley. As a way of giving back to the community by helping school-aged kids, "Chorus Cares" will be gathering school supplies for two elementary schools...
Splash House weekend one shows strong safety record as first responders gear up for weekend two
Locals and visitors alike are getting ready to bask in the sun and enjoy live music during weekend two of Splash House. The poolside music series spanning across three Palm Springs resorts will take place August 16-18. Weekend one of the three-day festival has been deemed a success in terms of safety, with Palm Springs The post Splash House weekend one shows strong safety record as first responders gear up for weekend two appeared first on KESQ.
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