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Former Firebirds star Joey Daccord records first NHL shutout, helps Seattle snap losing streak

December 12, 2023 10:51 PM Jesus Reyes

Seattle Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord earned his first career NHL shutout Tuesday against the Florida Panthers. The Mayor’s FIRST @NHL Shutout! 🫡Congrats, @JDac35! pic.twitter.com/A7XwfP0An2— Seattle Kraken (@SeattleKraken) December 13, 2023 Daccord stopped all 24 shots he faced to help the Kraken snap an eight-game losing streak. Congrats to the former @Firebirds star and fan-favorite @JDac35!

Young Coachella Valley child dies from flu-related illness

December 12, 2023 4:47 PM Jesus Reyes

A young child from the Coachella Valley has died from flu-associated illness, county health officials announced on Tuesday. Officials said the child, who was less than 5 years old, was pronounced dead at a hospital in the Coachella Valley earlier this month. The child tested positive for influenza A and did not have any known

Palm Springs Surf Club to open on Jan. 1

December 13, 2023 8:00 AM Jesus Reyes

The Palm Springs Surf Club will officially open its doors to the public on January 1, 2024. “The groundbreaking development is set to introduce world-class surfing to Southern California’s most frequented and unexpected destination – the desert,” reads the announcement released on Wednesday. The PSSC will be located at 1500 S Gene Autry Trail, just

Supervisor Manuel Perez refutes report that he is stepping down

December 12, 2023 9:09 PM Jesus Reyes

Riverside County Supervisor Manuel Perez has issued a statement refuting a report that he is resigning from his position. This comes after an article by the Desert Review, based in Imperial County, reporting that Perez will be stepping down due to health issues. “His decision to resign as Supervisor due to his illness leaves a

18 local high school seniors recognized at first Greater Coachella Valley Student of the Month event

December 12, 2023 10:17 AM Tori King

On Tuesday morning, a total of 18 different outstanding high school Class of 2024 seniors from the three desert-area school districts are being recognized at the first Greater Coachella Valley Student of the Month event. The awards were organized by the Riverside County Office of Education, and the school districts include Coachella Valley Unified School

Thousands take part in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage across Coachella Valley

December 12, 2023 3:54 AM Tatum Larsen, Marco Revuelta

Thousands of Catholics took part in The Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage across the Coachella Valley on Tuesday. The Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage is celebrated globally; many consider the trek to the Virgin Guadalupe in Mexico City as the ultimate honor and sacrifice. After a 5:00 a.m. mass service, the pilgrimage walk will began

Protecting children from abuse during the holidays

December 12, 2023 10:52 AM Allie Anthony

During this holiday season, safeguarding your children from both physical and sexual abuse is critical. According to the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center, there is an increase in child abuse around the holiday season. During the holidays, the influx of visitors, hiring of baby sitters, busy schedules, and overwhelmed parents create an environment for potential risks

Man who gunned down couple watching movie at Corona theater found sane

December 12, 2023 5:46 PM City News Service

A 23-year-old schizophrenic and chronic marijuana user today was found sane when he fatally shot a young man and woman as they watched a movie at a Corona theater. Late Tuesday afternoon, Riverside County Superior Court Judge Timothy Hollenhorst summarily announced his ruling after the defense and prosecution concluded closing statements in the roughly two

Indio Councilmember Waymond Fermon announces candidacy for Assembly

December 12, 2023 3:45 PM Jesus Reyes

Indio City Councilmember Waymond Fermon announced his candidacy for State Assembly. Fermon’s announcement comes just a day after Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia confirmed he will not seek reelection in 2024. Fermon was first elected to the city council in 2018. In 2021, he became the city’s first African-American mayor. Waymond Fermon He was born and raised

Border Patrol arrests convicted sex offender at Highway 86 checkpoint

December 12, 2023 3:03 PM Jesus Reyes

Border Patrol agents arrested a previously deported Guatemalan citizen with a rape conviction at the Highway 86 immigration checkpoint near the Salton Sea. The arrest happened on Dec. 4 at around 11:20 p.m. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a red SUV approached the Border Patrol checkpoint. Agents sent the vehicle to secondary inspection

Palm Springs Film Festival to screen world premiere of ‘Miller’s Girl’; Jenna Ortega & Martin Freeman to attend

December 12, 2023 2:49 PM Jesus Reyes

The Palm Springs International Film Festival will screen the world premiere of Miller’s Girl, starting La Quinta native Jenna Ortega along with Martin Freeman, festival organizers announced. Ortega, Freeman, and writer/director Jade Halley Bartlett are set to be in attendance as part of their Talking Pictures program. The film will screen at the Mary Mary Pickford is

PSPD Chief shares tips to protect your holiday purchases

December 12, 2023 2:01 PM Jesus Reyes

The holiday shopping season is underway and local police want to make sure your gifts make it under the tree and not in the wrong hands. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills who said this time of year there’s an increase in vehicle break-ins and package thefts and

Woman charged for alleged golf cart theft which led deputies to drugs

December 12, 2023 1:32 PM City News Service

Felony charges were filed today against a 39-year-old woman suspected of stealing a golf cart in La Quinta, which led deputies to serve a search warrant in Indio, where three other people were arrested when a handgun, drugs and drug paraphernalia were allegedly found. Lydia Ruiz was charged with one felony count each of taking

Local Holiday pop-up shop highlights meaningful gifts for blind or visually impaired people

December 11, 2023 11:55 AM Tori King

Braille Institute Coachella Valley is making it easier to find the perfect presents for your friends or family members who may be blind or visually impaired. This holiday season, the institute is teaming up with GiftedBack to host a one-day Holiday Pop-up Shop in Palm Desert. GiftedBack offers products exclusively made by blind and visually

30+ mile pilgrimage walk to cause road closures

December 11, 2023 11:23 AM Allie Anthony

The Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage walk is set to commence on Tuesday, featuring a 30+ mile journey honoring the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The event kicks off at 4:00 a.m. with traditional Mañanitas, followed by a mass service at 5:00 a.m. The pilgrimage walk officially begins at 6:00 a.m., starting from the

CA Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia won’t seek reelection

December 11, 2023 4:09 PM Jesus Reyes

California State Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia will not seek reelection in 2024, his spokesperson confirmed. Garcia’s spokesperson did not share specifics behind the assemblymember’s decision. His term ends in Dec. 2024 Garcia was first elected to the assembly in 2014. He also served on the Coachella City Council from 2004 to 2006. He became the youngest

Desert Regional Medical Center nurses plan to picket Tuesday

December 11, 2023 6:00 PM City News Service

Nurses at Desert Regional Medical Center will picket tomorrow to demand that Tenet Health address what union officials call chronic issues that jeopardize patient care in the neonatal and emergency intensive care units. The picketing will take place from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday at Desert Regional Medical Center, 1150 North Indian Canyon Drive, according

Desert Mirage student Karen Magaña awarded prestigious QuestBridge scholarship

December 11, 2023 4:39 PM Jesus Reyes

A Desert Mirage High School student was awarded a prestigious scholarship to attend her number one choice of college. Karen Magaña was awarded the QuestBridge Scholarship. As part of the full academic scholarship, Magaña will receive $83,000 a year for the next four years to cover all tuition and housing costs. Magaña committed to attending Pomona College

CV Firebirds sign goaltender Cale Morris to a professional tryout agreement

December 11, 2023 2:15 PM Jesus Reyes

The Coachella Valley Firebirds signed goaltender Cale Morris to a professional tryout agreement (PTO). Morris, 27, has posted a 7-4-1 record in 13 games played this season for the Firebirds’ ECHL affiliate, the Kansas City Mavericks. Check Out Our Firebirds Section for More Coverage The Larkspur, CO native has appeared in 21 AHL games and 57 ECHL

Man, 66, struck and killed by vehicle in Cathedral City Sunday night

December 11, 2023 1:27 PM City News Service

A man died after being struck by a vehicle in Cathedral City, police said today. Officers responded at 10:16 p.m. Sunday to a report of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle on Date Palm Drive near Victoria Road, according to a statement from the Cathedral City Police Department. Upon arrival, the pedestrian was