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The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is having a conference for California leaders where they will learn more about the latest consumer research and all-electric cars. SCAG helps the region meet long-term transportation, housing, and environmental goals. The conference is happening Thursday and Friday at the JW Marriott Desert Resort and Spa. More than 800
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A 37-year-old woman suspected of fatally shooting her husband in their Coachella home must stand trial on murder and other charges, a judge ruled today. Cindy Gicela Parra of Coachella was charged with one felony count each of murder, assault with a deadly weapon to cause great bodily harm and inflicting corporal injury on a
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The District Attorney’s office is fighting to keep a 33-year-old Coachella man accused of attempted sex assault, behind bars. Fernando Javier Hernandez is accused of breaking into a North Palm Springs apartment at 4 a.m. on April 23 and attempting to rape a 60-year-old woman, and punching her. According to Lt. Gustavo Araiza of the
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Riverside County sheriff’s deputies will be stepping up patrols in multiple locations tomorrow to catch Cinco de Mayo celebrants who risk drinking, or drugging, and driving. “Don’t put yourself and others at risk and drive impaired,” according to a sheriff’s department statement. “If you’re planning to celebrate with a drink or two, leave your keys
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Felony charges were filed today against a 31-year-old felon suspected of firing a gunshot inside a Desert Hot Springs home and having an explosive device. Sean Daniel Bejarano of Desert Hot Springs faces one felony count each of attempted murder, assault with an assault weapon, being a convicted felon and narcotic addict in possession of
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A big win for the Firebirds, and the Coachella Valley turned-out to show their support! Fans were fired-up for this “must win” game. “Very excited. This is redemption night! It’s time to bring the fire — feel the burn,” said fan Gabriel Fajardo. Nearly 7,000 fans cheered the Firebirds on as they began Game 4
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With their backs against the wall, the Coachella Valley Firebirds beat the Colorado Eagles in a must-win Game 4 on Wednesday night, 4-3, at Acrisure Arena. With a @Firebirds victory, #CVvsCOL is heading to Game 5. #CalderCup pic.twitter.com/D5ZRLXSaWd— American Hockey League (@TheAHL) May 4, 2023 Alexander True was sensational and scored two goals, including the
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Federal officials have issued a grave warning about a new and trending cocktail of illegal street drugs nicknamed “tranq.” Tranq is a mixture of fentanyl and the animal tranquilizer Xylazine. According to the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration, tranq has been found in 48 states. Experts say it’s incredibly dangerous and the drug does
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50 National Parks down, 13 more to go. Traveling has been in two-year-old Journey Castillo’s blood since she was days old. Her parents, Valerie and Eric Castillo’s goal is to visit all 63 national parks by the time Journey turned three. The reason for their journey with Journey… “They are parks that are not promised.
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The “Palm Springs Babies” art exhibit, consisting of ten 300-pound sculptures, is being removed from its central location in the pit next to the downtown park in Palm Springs after nearly five years. The Palm Springs Babies exhibit will be heading to a museum show in Tijuana, Mexico, by the end of May. It was
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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Local nonprofit Galilee Center received truckloads of donations from all the items people left behind at Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals. It’s the fourth year the Galilee Center has partnered with Goldenvoice, the parent company of the music festivals, to receive all the left-behind items from festival goers and vendors.
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A 25-year-old woman who drove under the influence and assaulted an officer in Palm Springs pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges today and was immediately sentenced to just under five years of probation. Melinda Leigh Haley of Desert Hot Springs pleaded guilty Wednesday to three misdemeanor counts of assault against an officer and one misdemeanor
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Mario Avila, who lives in Desert Hot Springs with his family, frequents Demuth Park in Palm Springs with is 4-year-old son, Elias. The recent approval of $1.3 million in funding for new playground equipment and shade structure at Demuth Park and Victoria Park is welcome news to the father of three. “I think it’s a
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Additional officers were on the lookout today for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists in Desert Hot Springs. The extra officers will be on patrol from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, according to a statement from the Desert Hot Springs Police Department. “The top primary crash factors for motorcycles
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Splash House released its June lineup as the popular poolside music festival celebrates its 10 year anniversary season. “Over the last decade, Splash House has continually redefined the summer festival, fostering a boutique experience in the heart of Palm Springs, ahead of its time music curation, and devout community,” reads an announcement from officials. Courtesy
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A missing man from Washington was found dead in his motorhome near Joshua Tree, authorities confirmed. Daniel Lindell, 51, of Chehalis, Washington, was found dead in the Sunfair Dry Lake on April 28, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Dept. Lindell was reported missing by his family on April 17. Family told authorities that
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Vendors at all five Certified Farmers Market locations are getting an extra month to sell their products after a lull in business in April. According to the owner of the markets, Christiana Green, the influx of festival goers last month drove many of their regular customers out of the valley. “All the snowbirds were leaving,
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The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to align policies and practices with a set of priorities for reducing homelessness in Riverside County over the next five years. The Housing & Workforce Solutions Agency’s comprehensive Homeless Action Plan establishes goals aimed at moving people out of chronically homeless conditions and helping them transition to stable
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As festival season comes to a close in the Coachella Valley, the city of Indio is reflecting on community feedback and issues that arose during the events. Jim Curtis, the Community Services Manager for the City of Indio, has been the point person between the city and the festival’s promoter, Goldenvoice, for the last 18
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A minor riding a bicycle was airlifted to a hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Mecca Tuesday evening. The crash was reported at around 6:11 p.m. at the intersection of Lincoln Street and Avenue 68. Authorities said the minor sustained moderate injuries. Details on the crash remain limited. The California Highway Patrol is
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