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Employees of Palm Desert business lost in fire worry about their future
As recovery efforts continue for the owners of four Palm Desert businesses lost in an arson fire earlier this month, some employees are concerned about what comes next for them. Up until the fire, Mary Saucedo was employed by D’Coffee Bouteaque. She is concerned about her financial situation and being able to pay her bills The post Employees of Palm Desert business lost in fire worry about their future appeared first on KESQ.
Restaurant inspections: 3 spots score 'B' grades over food temps, vermin sightings
While most Coachella Valley restaurants passed their Riverside County health inspections this week, three spots incurred a number of violations that led to "B" grades, according to reports conducted April 19 through 24. Delicias Mexican Cuisine in Desert Hot Springs, Tacos Del Valle in Cathedral City and Tack Room Tavern...
Coachella Music Festival 2nd weekend arrests rise 40% from last year: report
Arrests at the second weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival rose from last year, according to reports. As reported by KESQ, the Indio Police Department said there were 40% more arrests during the second weekend this year than last. Between Friday and Sunday, there were 112 total arrests made at the festival […]
Indio man tried to kidnap girls as they walked to school, officials say
Authorities have arrested an Indio man after they say he tried to kidnap two young girls as they walked to school. At about 9:20 a.m. Wednesday, the girls reported that a man tried to pull one of them into a vehicle near the intersection of Cactus Avenue and Perris Boulevard in Moreno Valley, the Riverside […]
Palm Springs Police Chief jumps into action while witnessing an attempted robbery while off duty
Palm Springs Police Department Police Chief Andrew Mills jumped into action when a man attempted to rob a local Starbucks. Mills was off duty at the time of the incident. In an episode of the Departments Behind the Badge series, they explain that the man was getting aggressive and posed a threat to the off-duty The post Palm Springs Police Chief jumps into action while witnessing an attempted robbery while off duty appeared first on KESQ.
Palm Springs officials broke promise on Section 14
One year ago, the Palm Springs City Council committed to “finding the facts” about Frank Bogert’s and the city’s involvement in Section 14 before further discussions or decisions about Section 14. During the April 27 council meeting, Councilmember Lisa Middleton stated, “I think we have to...
Indio businesses gear up for Stagecoach
Stagecoach crowds are moving into the desert and the final weekend of festival season is still managing to help the bottomline of some nearby businesses. We spoke to business owners just ten minutes from the Empire Polo Grounds that are hosting celebrations ahead of Stagecoach. From the best boots, to cowboy hats, the wardrobe’s been The post Indio businesses gear up for Stagecoach appeared first on KESQ.
Boycotting Palm Springs' Chick-fil-A is a slippery slope
It is indeed a slippery slope if one uses political/religious views as a guide for allowing a business such as the proposed Chick-fil-A to open in Palm Springs. A business you choose not to support may suffer but how about the opposite situation? Would you want a boycott or ban by others of businesses flying the rainbow flag? Let them come to town. I for one will never patronize them, not simply for their “views," but for the fact that they actually donated money to specifically anti-LGBTQ organizations. That crosses the line for me. ...
Palm Desert Free Concerts in the Park Series to Get Underway Next Week
Palm Desert’s Concerts in the Park series, which consists of free weekly performances throughout May, will get underway next week. Concerts will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each consecutive Thursday in May at the amphitheatre in the Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave., according to city officials. The first concert on May 2 will feature Pretzel Logic recreating the sounds of Steely Dan.
Desert Empire League swim meet: Four records fall as Xavier Prep star shines again
While stopwatches are popular at a high school swim meet, when Xavier Prep sophomore Ava Otteson is up on the blocks, it's more like stop-and-watch. She is a unique talent who has everyone tuned into her performance, rooting for her and watching the clock to see if she'll break another record. That was the case Thursday as Otteson broke a pair of Desert Empire League records on her way to being named the league meet girls' MVP.
Developer of Talus in La Quinta fails to remedy issues with lender; next steps unclear
A long-delayed luxury resort in La Quinta called Talus is facing another roadblock on its path toward completion: The city announced Thursday that the project’s lead developer failed to adequately remedy a default notice issued last week, potentially leading to litigation, though the next steps were not immediately clear.
Morning Road Closure in Effect Thursday Ahead of Stagecoach Festival
An additional road closure will be in effect early Thursday to accommodate the arrival of campers to the Stagecoach Country Music Festival. From 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. Thursday, Avenue 52 will close between Monroe Street and Madison Street with alternate routes recommended on Dr. Carreon Boulevard, Highway 111, and Avenues 54, 49 and 48, according to a statement from the city.
Wanted felon in custody after brief standoff in Coachella
A wanted felon is in custody following a brief standoff in the city of Coachella, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office confirmed. The incident started at around 3:15 p.m. when deputies received information about a wanted felon in the 1600 block of 3rd Street, a spokesperson for the Sheriff's Office told News Channel 3. "Deputies are The post Wanted felon in custody after brief standoff in Coachella appeared first on KESQ.
Mural of Toby Keith unveiled at Neil’s Lounge in Indio ahead of Stagecoach
The city of Indio is getting in the country spirit ahead of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival. This week, a commemorative mural of the late Toby Keith was unveiled at Neil's Lounge in Indio. The mural was done by Jonas Never ahead of this year's festival, which takes place this weekend. View this post on The post Mural of Toby Keith unveiled at Neil’s Lounge in Indio ahead of Stagecoach appeared first on KESQ.
Desert Best Friend's Closet makes dreams come true at annual fundraiser
Desert Best Friend's Closet (DBFC) held its 10th annual Put Your Best Shoe Forward luncheon and fashion show April 5 at the Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa in Rancho Mirage. Prior to the lunch the nonprofit held a fabulous $10 boutique. If you purchased four items, the fifth one was free. That certainly drew a crowd, because those of us who visit DBFC's thrift boutique know there are plenty of hidden gems behind their doors. ...
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