Police arrested two people suspected of breaking into a home in Palm Springs on Thursday, but continue to investigate for other possible suspects. The burglary was reported at around Noon on the 2900 block of Guadalupe Rd. Police said a homeowner who was monitoring their via surveillance video reported seeing four individuals wearing hooded sweatshirts
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One person was taken into custody Friday morning after a police pursuit led to a standoff in Palm Desert. The incident started a bit after 8:30 a.m. when Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies located a wanted suspect in the area of Cahuilla Way and Highway 74. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, a pursuit was
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Riverside County’s unemployment rate jumped to almost 6% last month amid a region-wide seasonal loss of thousands of positions in the public sector, according to figures released today by the California Employment Development Department. The countywide jobless rate in July, based on preliminary EDD estimates, was 5.9%, compared to 5.4% in June. According to data,
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The College of the Desert Indio campus celebrated its expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday. The ceremony was an achievement for both College of the Desert and the city of Indio. The public attending heard how the campus was enhanced with the new addition as well as what is in store through later improvement projects.
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Update: 8/16/24 The coroner’s office identified the person killed in the crash as Charlie Garcia Rodriguez, 22, of Cathedral City. Original Report: 8/11/24 One person is dead after their vehicle crashed into a tree Sunday evening in Rancho Mirage. CAL FIRE officials said the crash was reported at around 6:10 p.m. on Highway 111 and
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417 Recovery says they are seeing a rise in mental health issues among Coachella Valley students, including depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. With school back in session, students have to balance more than just academics, including sports, clubs, work, and other responsibilities. California has even launched a free app to support youth mental health
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A 48-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene of a multi-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon in Cathedral City. The crash was reported at around 1:15 p.m. near the intersection of Vista Chino and Desert Princess Drive. Police said they believe the crash happened when the driver of one of the vehicle suffered a medical emergency
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Local leaders are concerned about a deterioration in Coachella Valley air quality following Tropical Storm Hilary last August and say they’re trying to find long-term dust storm solutions to prevent health and economic damage. In January, our I-Team report Hazardous Haze revealed growing concerns about the Coachella Valley’s troubled air quality. The big question then was
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A vital local nonprofit providing crucial STI testing services is facing a significant challenge due to an unexpected shortfall in grant funding. PS Test in Palm Springs, known for its commitment to accessible and confidential sexual health services, has seen multiple grants from the County of Riverside run out sooner than anticipated. The clinic is
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The Riverside County coroner’s office identified a 25-year-old woman killed in a crash Wednesday evening in Palm Springs. The crash was reported just before 6:40 p.m. near the intersection of Paseo Dorotea and Mesquite Avenue. Police said the driver crashed into a palm tree. “Responding officers arrived to find a female standing outside the vehicle.
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International students are increasingly heading abroad to study. As of the 2023-24 school year, the United States hosted over 1.5 million international students, which marked significant growth from previous years according to the Association of International Educators. However, many of these students face a significant challenge — finding a supportive and welcoming home away from home.
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Local businesses can apply for a grant from the Palm Springs Police Department that will provide window security film to deter break-ins. The grant comes from state funding PSPD received last year to combat organized retail crime. You can apply here: https://bit.ly/GrantApplyNow Who Qualifies: To be eligible for the program, businesses must be retail establishments.
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Two spot fires have burned approximately five acres near State Route 62 in Whitewater. The fire was first reported at around 3:20 p.m. on SR-62 near Painted Hills Road. CAL FIRE confirmed five additional engines and a water tender were requested. By 3:40 p.m., CHP had closed the #2 lane between Painted Hills and Dillon
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The Palm Springs Unified School District announced its policy for serving meals to students under the National School Lunch / School Breakfast Programs for the 2024– 2025 school year. All students will be served lunch and breakfast at no charge at the following sites: Agua Caliente Elementary School Bubbling Wells Elementary School Cahuilla Elementary School
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Almost one year after Tropical Storm Hillary, the City Council of Cathedral City greenlit a notice of completion for pavement reconstruction and repairs on the affected streets in the Panorama neighborhood. The motion occurred in the closing stages of Wednesday’s regular meeting, determining that street reconstruction in the area had been completed within the
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A 29-year-old probationer who tried to kill a man by shooting him in the head during a Desert Hot Springs home invasion robbery was convicted today of attempted murder and other offenses. After deliberating less than a day, a Riverside Jury on Thursday found Altonia Vontae Jackson Jr. guilty of the 2017 attack on Domenic
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Contraband in schools. From prohibited substances to dangerous items – this issue poses significant risks to both students and staff. “We’re seeing a reduction in students bringing things to school that they shouldn’t bring,” said Laura Meusel, executive director for student services for the Palm Springs Unified School District. Meusel said every school in the
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Peter Marshall, who began his career as a radio personality and actor before landing the job as host of the original “Hollywood Squares,” a role he filled for 15 years, died today at his Encino home at age 98. His publicist, Harlan Boll, said Marshall died of kidney failure, “although as Peter remarked, his cause
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The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission hosted its annual “backpack bonanza,” donating about 2,500 backpacks to low-income families Wednesday morning. The backpacks were filled with school supplies with folders, markers, calculators and more. They were handed out to students ranging from Pre-K all the way to high school. CVRM did it with the support of the community and
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Southern California has seen a number of earthquakes the past few weeks, Bakersfield, Pasadena, and Lake Elsinore just this morning. Even Las Vegas experienced some shaking earlier this week. Seismologists are warning of increased earthquake activity in the region. This is putting people on high alert for the next tremor here in the Coachella Valley,
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