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Using recreational marijuana to celebrate the New Year? How you can be responsible.
Marijuana use often increases in December, according to studies published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Local cannabis dispensaries also report an increase in customers ahead of New Year’s Eve as people stock up on marijuana for personal use to ring in the New Year. But as we welcome 2025, these dispensaries are also
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A year in review: The top Coachella Valley community stories of 2024
There’s always a lot to do around the Coachella Valley, and it seems that people here love it that way. From concerts and festivals, to several large events, there is always something exciting to experience here in the desert. But its not just the events that make this place so special, it’s the people. News
Woman attacked by 2 dogs near Desert Hot Springs requires arm amputation
A woman visiting family in unincorporated Desert Hot Springs on Saturday remains in the hospital on Monday after having part of her right arm amputated due to severe injuries from a dog attack. A Riverside County Animal Services officer reports that the victim, a 76-year-old woman visiting from Sinaloa, Mexico, suffered multiple wounds to her
Palm Springs Police looking for suspects in theft at local restaurant
Police are looking for two suspects who stole a cash drawer from the register at Sancho’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina in Palm Springs. The manager at Sancho’s explains it happened around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, when the two suspects entered the business and took out the drawer. The manager at Sancho’s says it was all
Sheriff’s deputies in foot chase with wanted subject in Palm Desert Monday; two arrested
People in the area of Dinah Shore and Monterey in Palm Desert Monday night noted a large police presence just before 7:30 p.m., as Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies tracked down two wanted subjects. Deputies report that the incident started when they noted a wanted subject as a passenger in a car near Highway 111 and
Lieutenant General Herbert R. Temple, Jr. dies at 96
Long time Coachella Valley resident and former Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Lieutenant General Herbert Temple, Jr., passed away on Saturday. He was Chief of the National Guard Bureau from 1986 to 1990, and had over 43 years of military service before his retirement. The Army National Guard headquarters in Arlington, Virginia is dedicated
Local Police Departments ramping up patrols for New Year’s Eve
The Palm Springs Police Department will be out in full swing on New Year’s Eve. The department says its ramping up enforcement to catch drunk drivers, and anyone else breaking the law. The department also says it will be on the lookout for illegal fireworks, gunshots, and hit and run drivers. “We expect an increase
Crowds boost Palm Springs businesses during peak week
Vacationers are flocking to Palm Springs this week, making it one of the busiest times of year for local businesses. Holiday tourism is bringing in thousands of visitors who said they’re enjoying shopping, dining and attractions including the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. “I just got here,” Diane Li said. “I’m really excited to explore. We