The Christmas season is now underway in the city of Coachella, as the tree at City Hall is now shining brightly. The tree lighting ceremony was kicked off by performances by the Coachella Valley High School Choir, followed by the acknowledgment of the city’s hometown heroes. Dozens of people encircled the tree to witness it
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The Rock The Park Tribute Bands: Season Four concert tonight will benefit the family of Fallen Community Service Officer Nick Griego, who was killed in a traffic accident on Thanksgiving Day. In his honor, the Palm Springs Police Officers Association and the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting the first ever ‘Beer Garden’ at
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department was investigating a shooting in Coachella Wednesday night near the area of Fifth Street and Vine Avenue. Shots were reported just after 7:00 as the tree lighting event was wrapping up around the corner at City Hall on Sixth Street. Gunfire could be heard in the background during an interview
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Over 50 residents attended the city of Palm Springs community meeting that addressed concerns about potential hate crimes and inclusivity following the election. The meeting, started at 4 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Oasis 3A. City leaders, including Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills and Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein addressed measures being implemented
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A Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged for their alleged involvement in a crash that killed a bicyclist last year in Palm Desert. Deputy Christian J. Lopez was charged with one count of vehicular manslaughter, according to the criminal complaint. The Riverside County District Attorney’s office filed charges against Lopez on September 16, a
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The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2024 Fall Conference & Expo is underway, bringing public water agency leaders from across the Golden State together. Presentations and panel discussions will focus on a variety of leading water issues, ranging from climate change impacts on water supplies to the latest in local groundwater management, developments in
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A La Quinta couple says they spent three years fighting a code enforcement violation they received from the city. The violation stemmed from a trellis, a lattice structure that typically has plants or vines growing on it, that they built in their yard. They say they previously were granted permission to have the trellis on
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Over $6 million are spent and 3,000 athletes flock to eastern Coachella Valley for the annual Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells – La Quinta Triathlon. But after this weekend’s race, the city of Indian Wells will split from hosting duties, following a 5-year partnership with the neighboring city. Earlier this week, La Quinta’s city council approved
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A dog was shot by a Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy after attacking the law enforcement officer Wednesday afternoon near the Coachella / Indio border. The incident started with a stolen vehicle report at around 12:30 p.m. on the 48000 block of Van Buren Street, the Sheriff’s Office told News Channel 3. “When deputies arrived at
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A police pursuit that started in Palm Desert Wednesday morning ended with a suspected stolen vehicle going into a pond on Dillon Road. The incident started at around 7:15 a.m. when Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies located a stolen vehicle in the area of Washington Street and Interstate 10. Deputies attempted a traffic stop but the
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A gang member convicted in the killing of a 22-year-old Indio man more than eight years ago was sentenced to life in prison today, following previous life sentences for four co-defendants. Miguel Cavazos, 44, of Indio, was previously found guilty of first- degree murder in October. He was identified as a potential participant in the
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The city of Palm Springs will host a community meeting addressing concerns about potential hate crimes and inclusivity following the election. Residents are invited to attend the meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4:00 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center, room Oasis 3A. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. As
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Palm Springs Unified School District is gifting presents and essentials to 104 families during its annual Community Giving Day on December 21st. Four families from each PSUSD school have been selected for special support, but all district students will have the opportunity to receive a gift as part of the event. 97% of PSUSD families
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Two people were injured after a crash in Desert Hot Springs Wednesday morning. The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 10:15 a.m. on Palm Drive and 20th Avenue. Firefighters arrived at the scene and found a person trapped in one of the vehicles. They were able to quickly extricate the patient, according to CAL FIRE.
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Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global star Ariana Grande will receive the Rising Star Award at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival. Grande is being honored for her Universal Pictures’ Wicked, her first starring role in a major studio film. The Film Awards will take place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs
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Holiday cheer continues around the Coachella Valley as we look forward to more tree lighting ceremonies and events happening in the coming days. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be busy making visits to hear holiday wishes, and the sounds of the season will be ringing around the valley along with the offerings of many holiday
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Occasional traffic backups that began Tuesday, December 3rd on Highway 74 between Palm Desert and Mountain Center will be in effect until Thursday, December 5th. Caltrans is working on a crack seal operation along that stretch of the mountain highway, which is causing drivers some delays. Traffic speeds will continue to be slowed down as
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Several students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered at the Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus today to celebrate CSUSB Department of Nursing’s 50th anniversary. The program’s many highlights, achievements and milestones over the past 50 years were reflected upon, and special recognition awards were presented to former department chairs to honor their leadership and dedication in
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The City of Indio and Indio Police Department announced the launch of “DRIVE SMART: Drive Safe, Arrive Safe,” a new initiative designed to improve traffic safety and create safer streets for all Indio residents and visitors. The program encourages the community to join in promoting safe and responsible driving, aimed to reduce traffic-related injuries and
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Students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered at Cal State San Bernardino’s Palm Desert campus on Tuesday to celebrate 50 years of its Department of Nursing. Attendees reflected on the program’s many highlights, achievements, and milestones over the past 50 years. Special recognition awards were presented to former department chairs, honoring their leadership and dedication in
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