INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – The WTA has announced that the 2026 WTA Finals will be held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden from November 8–15, bringing the season-ending championship to one of tennis’ most iconic venues. The WTA Finals features the world’s top eight singles players and doubles teams, who qualify through the PIF
Continue ReadingPalm Springs’ premier poolside music festival, Splash House, returns with two weekends of electronic music and After Hours performances at the Palm Springs Air Museum. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Splash House (@splashhouse) Splash House is set to make its highly anticipated return to Palm Springs in August of 2026, unveiling
Continue ReadingRIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. — The Riverside County Registrar of Voters has officially certified the results of the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election, completing the county’s canvass of election returns. On Friday, June 26, the certified election results were transmitted to the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and the California Secretary of State, marking
Continue ReadingBIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. — As Independence Day approaches, a growing debate has emerged in Big Bear Lake over whether the community’s annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular should proceed amid concerns about its potential impact on the region’s famous bald eagle family. An online petition calling for the cancellation of the fireworks display has
Continue ReadingSACRAMENTO, Calif. — Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Californians to reject a proposed billionaire wealth tax headed to the November ballot. In an essay published Friday, Newsom said the ballot measure would dedicate most of its revenue to a single area of spending while leaving out key state priorities such as public schools, housing, childcare,
Continue ReadingPALM DESERT, Calif. — Two popular Palm Desert restaurants will be able to continue operating their outdoor dining decks after the City received the required property owner authorization letters, officials announced Thursday. Officials say Kitchen 86 submitted its authorization letter Wednesday, while Little Bar provided its documentation Thursday afternoon, satisfying the city’s requirement for temporary
Continue ReadingFourth of July celebrations recognizing America’s 250th birthday are planned across the Coachella Valley. The July 4 falls on a Saturday this year, and some municipalities plan to host pyrotechnics spectaculars immediately before and after that date. On July 2, Coachella is scheduled to host a spectacular after sundown in Bagdouma Park, 51-251 Douma St.
Continue ReadingPALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Two residents were rescued and transported for medical evaluation after a kitchen fire broke out early Thursday morning inside a mobile home in Palm Springs, according to the Palm Springs Fire Department. Fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire at approximately 12:45 a.m. on June 25, 2026, at a
Continue ReadingCongressman Raul Ruiz is criticizing President Donald Trump after the president abruptly canceled a planned signing ceremony for the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The housing bill, which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 358-32 and cleared the Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support, was expected to be signed into law
Continue ReadingCATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. — The City of Cathedral City is advising residents and visitors about upcoming construction work on East Palm Canyon Drive scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026. The pavement repair project will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the eastbound side of East Palm Canyon Drive between Date Palm Drive
Continue ReadingA popular Palm Desert restaurant is preparing to remove its outdoor dining deck, even as city leaders move to extend rules allowing outdoor patios throughout the city. Little Bar announced that its well-known “Big Deck” patio will be removed on Monday June 29th, with Saturday June 27th marking the final day customers can enjoy the
Continue ReadingNORTHERN CALIFORNIA — A moderate earthquake struck a remote area of Northern California on Wednesday morning, rattling communities across the region but causing no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 5.6 and occurred at approximately 8:10 a.m. Pacific Time. The
Continue ReadingINDIO (CNS) – The city of Indio will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a $45 million police headquarters later this week. The ceremony will take place at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at 46800 Jackson St. The facility described by city officials as a state-of-the-art public safety campus will serve as a central hub for police department
Continue ReadingThe Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC has turned green with algae after it underwent a $16 million dollar renovation. The project aimed to make the pool shine in what was described to be an “American Flag Blue” color. To better understand the problems that have risen with this renovation we spoke to Pete
Continue ReadingCHERRY VALLEY, Calif. — A brush fire that erupted Monday alongside Interstate 10 in Calimesa charred almost 90 acres and disrupted freeway traffic before it was stopped. The non-injury blaze was reported at 10:50 a.m. along westbound I-10, between Cherry Valley Boulevard and Brookside Avenue, according to the Riverside County Fire Department and California Highway
Continue ReadingRIVERSIDE (CNS) – The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Riverside County dropped today for the 32nd time in 33 days, falling four-tenths of a cent to $5.401, its lowest amount since March 13. The average price has dropped 66.4 cents over the past 33 days, including 1 cent Sunday, according
Continue ReadingA video circulating on social media has drawn attention to an alleged enforcement stop involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection and a motorist in Palm Springs near Gene Autry Trail and Vista Chino. According to the Palm Springs Police Department, local officers were not involved in the incident and were not notified in advance of
Continue ReadingA suspect was arrested Thursday afternoon following a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle through the Coachella Valley, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. At approximately 1:25 p.m., deputies located a stolen vehicle in the area of Bob Hope Drive and Casino Drive and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Sheriff’s say the driver failed
Continue ReadingPALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Well In The Desert has received a $1 million anonymous donation, launching a matching campaign to help the nonprofit secure a permanent home in the Coachella Valley. The donor, a longtime supporter of the organization’s work, stepped forward after learning about Well In The Desert’s ongoing search for a permanent location
Continue ReadingPALM DESERT, Calif. — DSRT Surf, the new wave lagoon set to open in Palm Desert in late summer 2026, will host a hiring event on Friday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Willows Room inside Desert Willow Golf Resort. The company is hiring for lifeguard and maintenance positions ahead of its
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