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Four critically injured after car crashes into a Palm Desert rug store
UpdatedPALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Deputies were dispatched to the 73000 block of Highway 111 at 1:48 a.m. on Friday night. Upon arrival, deputies located a single-car crash into El Paseo Design Center. All four passengers of the vehicle were transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Officials say no arrests were made, and
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Indio City Manager Bryan Montgomery to retire this summer
NewINDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — Indio City Manager Bryan Montgomery has announced that he will retire this summer. Montgomery and his wife will begin serving as missionaries in Latin America for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Montgomery has served as the city’s manager since May 2021. His leadership has helped earn honors and
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office
NewBy Katherine Koretski, CNN New York (CNN) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will host a rally next week to mark 100 days since his inauguration. The event will take place at the Knockdown Center, a live music venue in Maspeth, Queens, on Sunday, April 12. The mayor will deliver a rally-style address at
Continue ReadingVatican Fast Facts
NewCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Vatican, also known as the Holy See, the spiritual and governing center of the Roman Catholic Church. Facts The full name of the country is State of Vatican City. It stands on Vatican Hill in northwestern Rome, Italy west of the Tiber River. It is
Continue ReadingColumbine High School Shootings Fast Facts
NewCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is some background information about the deaths of 13 people at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado, on April 20, 1999. Facts Twelve students and one teacher were killed by students Dylan Klebold, 17, and Eric Harris, 18, in the initial attack. The pair made home videos prior to
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U.S. fighter jet downed over Iran sparks concern among valley residents
NewPALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A U.S. fighter jet shot down over Iran is drawing concern and reflection here in the Coachella Valley, particularly among local veterans and military families. According to a U.S. official, one crew member from the F-15 was rescued, while a search continues for a second aviator after the aircraft went
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Exclusive: Justice Samuel Alito was taken to a hospital last month in previously undisclosed incident
CNN By Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst (CNN) — Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was taken to a hospital after becoming ill last month at a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia, according to people with knowledge of the March 20 incident, which had not been previously reported. The justice was evaluated and administered fluids
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Workers face dust hazards as strong winds sweep through area
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Gusty winds whipping through the region are creating difficult conditions for outdoor workers. Local landscapers say the constant wind is picking up dirt and debris, reducing visibility and making it harder to breathe during shifts. Some workers might need to pause tasks or put on face coverings to cope with the conditions.
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US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say
CNN By Haley Britzky, Alayna Treene, Allegra Goodwin, Brad Lendon, Isaac Yee, Kevin Liptak, Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, three US sources said, confirming Iranian state media reports. US forces have launched search and rescue efforts, two of the sources said. One of two crew
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Gene Autry Trail opens up at the wash, Indian Canyon remains closed
Update 4/03/26 8:22 a.m. On Friday morning, the Palm Springs Police Department sent out an alert that North Gene Autry Trail at the wash is now open. However, North Indian Canyon drive remains closed. Update 4/02/26 PSPD alerts that Indian Canyon at the wash is now closed. Update 4/01/26 10:30 a.m. PSPD Alerts that Indian
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Exclusive: Justice Samuel Alito was taken to a hospital last month in previously undisclosed incident
By Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst (CNN) — Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was taken to a hospital after becoming ill last month at a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia, according to people with knowledge of the March 20 incident, which had not been previously reported. The justice was evaluated and administered fluids for
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Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher
NewBy Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — US President Donald Trump said this week that Iran’s new leadership is “less radical and much more reasonable.” Trump and the Pentagon have repeatedly claimed that regime change has happened. “If you look already because the one regime was decimated, destroyed. They’re all dead. The next regime is mostly
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US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say
By Haley Britzky, Alayna Treene, Allegra Goodwin, Brad Lendon, Isaac Yee, Kevin Liptak, Kristen Holmes, CNN (CNN) — A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, three US sources said, confirming Iranian state media reports. US forces have launched search and rescue efforts, two of the sources said. One of two crew members
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La Tribu de Augustine Casino en Coachella otorga fondos a programas deportivos para jovenes
La Tribu India del Augustine Casino de Coachella otorgo una ayuda de 20,000 dólares a una organización sin fines de lucro enfocada en hacer que el deporte sea más accesible para jóvenes y familias en el Valle de Coachella. La organización utilizará los fondos para lanzar una Iniciativa de Desarrollo Juvenil y Entrenamiento en 10
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White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care
By Tami Luhby, Adam Cancryn, CNN (CNN) — The White House is seeking roughly $1.5 trillion for defense as part of a fiscal 2027 budget request — a proposal that would boost military spending to its highest point in modern history as the Trump administration wages its war with Iran. The blueprint released Friday —
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State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation
By Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — The US State Department on Wednesday announced a series of changes to the US foreign service test with a specific focus on eliminating alleged “diversity, equity, and inclusion” as the Trump administration attempts to reshape the diplomatic corps. In its statement announcing the changes, which also includes new curriculum
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Arbor Day tree planting, Indio Eggstravaganza set for Saturday
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Desert Recreation District is inviting the community to take part in an Arbor Day Tree Planting Event and the Indio Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt on Saturday. The event begins with tree planting at 9 a.m. at Indio Community Park, located at 45-871 Clinton Street. It will be followed by the Indio
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A new CNN poll reveals how people mad at both parties see the midterms
CNN By Ariel Edwards-Levy, Jennifer Agiesta, CNN (CNN) — Americans’ views of both the Democratic and Republican parties remain deeply negative, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. And in an election year that may turn on which party voters see as the lesser of two evils, the Democrats hold an early advantage.
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A new CNN poll reveals how people mad at both parties see the midterms
By Ariel Edwards-Levy, Jennifer Agiesta, CNN (CNN) — Americans’ views of both the Democratic and Republican parties remain deeply negative, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. And in an election year that may turn on which party voters see as the lesser of two evils, the Democrats hold an early advantage. About
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