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Palm Desert residents voice concerns over Hovley Soccer Park’s lighting and security
Palm Desert neighbors are raising concerns after 3 teenagers were taken to the hospital from Hovely Soccer after they had shown up there with stab wounds. The stabbings occurred near Palm Desert's Aquatic Center Friday evening. Authorities say a group of eight teenagers assaulted two others, and one of the victims then stabbed three of them in self-defense. From there The post Palm Desert residents voice concerns over Hovley Soccer Park’s lighting and security appeared first on KESQ.
Xavier Prep quarterback King Pellum and father Roman discuss status, concern for safety protocols going forward
Xavier Prep sophomore quarterback King Pellum and his father Roman visited the KESQ studio on Wednesday to discuss King's status and concern for safety protocols going forward. NEW: We're hearing from King Pellum and his father Roman for the first time since the Xavier Prep QB had to be airlifted from a football game back The post Xavier Prep quarterback King Pellum and father Roman discuss status, concern for safety protocols going forward appeared first on KESQ.
Man accused of stabbing Sheriff’s deputy during scuffle on El Paseo to stand trial
A La Quinta man accused of stabbing a Riverside County sheriff's deputy in a leg during a scuffle in Palm Desert must stand trial on several felony counts, including attempted murder on a peace officer, a judge ruled today. Christian Matthew Choi, 50, was arrested in March 2020 in the area of El Paseo and The post Man accused of stabbing Sheriff’s deputy during scuffle on El Paseo to stand trial appeared first on KESQ.
Man believed to be high on mushrooms arrested for murder after unprovoked attack on High Desert family
An Ontario man was arrested on suspicion of murder after an unprovoked attack on a family while he was high on mushrooms near Twentynine Palms, authorities announced on Wednesday. The incident was first reported on Tuesday just before 8:00 p.m. on the 3300 block of Bluegrass Avenue in Desert Heights, an unincorporated area of the The post Man believed to be high on mushrooms arrested for murder after unprovoked attack on High Desert family appeared first on KESQ.
Worker hospitalized with ‘severe fire burns’ after fire in electrical room area in Palm Springs
A worker was rushed to the hospital with "severe fire burns" following a fire at a building in the northern part of Palm Springs. The fire was reported at around 4:00 p.m. by the 3500 N Indian Canyon Drive, between W Radio Road and Oasis Road. A Palm Springs Fire crew told News Channel 3 The post Worker hospitalized with ‘severe fire burns’ after fire in electrical room area in Palm Springs appeared first on KESQ.
4Shayj Foundation provides helmets to students in Palm Desert
The 4Shayj Foundation visited Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Palm Desert on Wednesday to give out free helmets and provide an important lesson in helmet safety. 94 students in the 2nd and 3rd grades were given free helmets by the non-profit. The 4ShayJ Foundation was established in memory of 19-year-old Shaun Clark Jr, also known The post 4Shayj Foundation provides helmets to students in Palm Desert appeared first on KESQ.
4Shayj Foundation provides helmets to students in Palm Desert
The 4Shayj Foundation visited Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Palm Desert on Wednesday to give out free helmets and provide an important lesson in helmet safety. 94 students in the 2nd and 3rd grades were given free helmets by the non-profit. The 4ShayJ Foundation was established in memory of 19-year-old Shaun Clark Jr, also known The post 4Shayj Foundation provides helmets to students in Palm Desert appeared first on KESQ.
Desert Regional Medical Center installs new generation surgical robot ‘Da Vinci 5’
Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs became the first hospital in the county to install one of the newest generations of surgical robots. The hospital welcomed the "Da Vinci 5 robot" on Wednesday. It will be one of only eight to date to be installed in Southern California. “We’re excited to bring this brand-new The post Desert Regional Medical Center installs new generation surgical robot ‘Da Vinci 5’ appeared first on KESQ.
Valley-Wide Employment Expo set for Thursday in Indio
Government agencies, hotels, big box retailers, restaurants, insurance companies and other prospective employers will be ready to accept applications and interface with job seekers tomorrow in Indio during the 29th Valley-Wide Employment Expo. "The expo will feature hundreds of job openings across various industries, including education, healthcare, hospitality and more,'' according to an expo The post Valley-Wide Employment Expo set for Thursday in Indio appeared first on KESQ.
Trial Date Confirmed for Trio Accused in Cathedral City Murder
An Oct. 15 trial date was confirmed today for a woman, her parolee father and a third defendant accused of murdering a 29-year-old man in a Cathedral City park four years ago. Rena Lizette Alaniz, 24, of Thousand Palms, Carlos Antonio Ruiz, 44, of La Quinta and Andres Moreno, 22, of Cathedral City are charged The post Trial Date Confirmed for Trio Accused in Cathedral City Murder appeared first on KESQ.
Board hires consultant to provide strategic plan for Departement of Animal Services
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted to hire a consultant who will conduct "a thorough, outside evaluation and provide a strategic plan for the Department of Animal Services." The Department of Animal Services has faced issues with overcrowding at its animal shelters. The issues led to a lawsuit being filed against the county by The post Board hires consultant to provide strategic plan for Departement of Animal Services appeared first on KESQ.
Out-of-state firefighters part of massive collaborative response to the Line Fire
For many people driving by the Line Fire Incident Command Post, or ICP, what they see looks like a miniature city. Tents, trailers, and more essentials fill Beaumont's Noble Creek Regional Park, which has been repurposed as the base camp for nearly 3,500 personnel currently working on the fire. 17 different agencies from outside of California The post Out-of-state firefighters part of massive collaborative response to the Line Fire appeared first on KESQ.
Coachella Valley leaders discuss possible joint ordinance to address homelessness
Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG), public safety and homeless committees came together Wednesday at the Palm Desert City Council Chambers to discuss a possible joint ordinance that would be adopted by cities in the valley to address homelessness. Some leaders are for a standard ordinance that would apply to all nine cities; but some The post Coachella Valley leaders discuss possible joint ordinance to address homelessness appeared first on KESQ.
Banning man charged with sexually abusing a child
A 20-year-old Banning man was arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing a child. John Edward Lario was charged with oral copulation and sexual penetration of a child under 10 as well as lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14. He is scheduled to be arraigned on Sept. 19 at the Banning Justice Center. The post Banning man charged with sexually abusing a child appeared first on KESQ.
Coachella Valley strengthening school safety efforts amid growing nationwide threats
With increasing school shooting threats across the nation — Coachella Valley schools, law enforcement agencies and other organizations are ramping up security measures and mental health support to ensure student safety. Recently, Riverside County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 17-year-old from Cathedral City accused of a school violence threat posted online. In a statement to News The post Coachella Valley strengthening school safety efforts amid growing nationwide threats appeared first on KESQ.
Palm Springs Unified School District celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Palm Springs Unified School District is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. To commemorate this occasion, the district is organizing assemblies that will showcase the colorful fashion, music, and art of these cultures. On Wednesday, Vista Del Monte Elementary School hosted assemblies for students in The post Palm Springs Unified School District celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month appeared first on KESQ.
Palm Springs Unified School District celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Palm Springs Unified School District is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. To commemorate this occasion, the district is organizing assemblies that will showcase the colorful fashion, music, and art of these cultures. On Wednesday, Vista Del Monte Elementary School hosted assemblies for students in The post Palm Springs Unified School District celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month appeared first on KESQ.
Red Cross assists residents after home catches fire
There was no word on the cause of a house fire that broke out overnight. Cal Fire reported crews were called out Tuesday around 2:40 a.m., to a home located off Calle Avila in Coachella. Firefighters reported seeing flames coming from the back of the main structure, as well as downed power lines. The fire The post Red Cross assists residents after home catches fire appeared first on KESQ.
Search for critical missing adult
Banning Police Department announced a critical missing adult search was underway Tuesday night. Officers were looking for Jose Guichard, 70, who was described as 5'8'' and 165 pounds. He had white hair and blue eyes. He was believed to be driving a KIA Soul, which was seen in a photo released by Banning Police Department. Members The post Search for critical missing adult appeared first on KESQ.
Coachella Valley native DannyLux nominated for first Latin Grammy
Desert Hot Springs native DannyLux hit another major milestone in his career, receiving his first Latin Grammy nomination. DannyLux's album "Evoluxion" was nominated for Best Contemporary Mexican Album, a new category. The Latin Grammys will be held on Nov 14. DannyLux, born Daniel Balderrama, is known for the subgenre of "Alternative Sierreño," a unique take The post Coachella Valley native DannyLux nominated for first Latin Grammy appeared first on KESQ.
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