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Members of the community are invited to participate in the first-ever Walk for Mental Health on Saturday, May 6 at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Coachella. Organizers of the event are working to raise awareness about the resources available to anyone struggling with their mental health. Seham Saba, Deputy Director at Riverside Latino Commission Counseling Center,
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A male pedestrian was struck by a car late Thursday night near the intersection of Ramon Rd and Crossley Rd. Palm Springs Police responded to reports of a collision at around 9:45 p.m. They found a man lying in the road, who was pronounced dead at the scene. According to PSPD, the driver of the
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The Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo, which commemorates Mexico’s victory against the French in the 1800s is widely celebrated by people in the United States. There are several celebrations happening around the Coachella Valley in honor of the holiday. Spotlight 29 free concerts featuring “Amor Prohibido: A Tribute to Selena” is starting at 8:00 p.m.
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Safety was on the minds of parents and teachers, as the Coachella Valley Unified School District discussed security measures on campuses. “How do we not focus solely on safety, but on the climate and culture of our school?” Superintendent Dr. Luis Valentino addressed the issue after months of recent lockdowns. Two of them happened most
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Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin says weak California laws are partially to blame for an epidemic killing people right here in Riverside County. Reporter Karen Devine’s I-Team Investigation shows how severe the problem is and asks what it will take to make changes to this “Fatal Flaw.” Jennifer Loza of Bermuda Dunes lost her
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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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By MICHAEL R. SISAK NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s lawyer said Thursday that the former president will seek to move his New York City criminal case to federal court, a long-shot bid to avoid a trial in the state court where the historic indictment was brought. Such a move, while rare, would have significant advantages for Trump, including
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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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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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Originally Published: 03 MAY 23 12:57 ET Updated: 03 MAY 23 20:00 ET By Ryan Young, Rebekah Riess, Dakin Andone and Christina Maxouris, CNN (CNN) — [Breaking news update, published at 7:59 p.m.] The suspect in a mass shooting at a Midtown Atlanta medical building that left one woman dead and four others wounded Wednesday
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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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