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The Palm Springs Human Rights Commission presented Community Service Awards to six individuals and two organizations for outstanding contributions promoting and protecting human rights, social progress, better standards of life, and equality for all individuals. The annual Community Service Awards took place Monday afternoon. The ceremony was held virtually due to the recent COVID-19 surge.

There’s a new farmer’s market in the City of Indio. The City welcomed the Indio Certified Farmer’s Market to its downtown area. Sunday was the first day of the farmer’s market. Local vendors have a new opportunity to expand their business. Bianca Gaytan helps run her family’s business Angel Farms. They sell fresh vegetables. “I

The Tour de Palm Springs in Coachella Valley made its big return Saturday after last year’s event was virtual due to the pandemic. Many people involved in the event were excited to get back to their tradition of supporting non-profits together. Cyclist Will Rogers does the annual event with the Desert Amp Crew, which is

UPDATE – FEB.13 – 4:35 AM: According to CAL FIRE, they say 15 acres are now burning near avenue 52 and 53. Those roads were opened up yesterday, however, fire crews are still on the scene fighting the fire.   If you are near that area, CAL FIRE asks you to be careful. UPDATE – 7:00

An Indio family is seeking answers after Juan Garcia, 37, was left brain dead after a hit-and-run on February 6. “She gets to continue her life, but she ended my brother’s life. And i just want for him to get the justice he deserves,” said Garcia’s sister Dalia. Police responded to a call around 4