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Shots fired in San Jacinto

A heated argument between five men at a San Jacinto park turned violent when gunshots were fired, Sheriff’s authorities reported Sunday. Dispatchers received a call at 8:36 p.m. Saturday and sent deputies to Mistletoe Park, at Mistletoe Avenue and 5th Street. Witnesses told deputies the group were involved in a dispute before it escalated, the

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Drought school for water wasters

Dozens of residents who violated their strict rations of water in the drought-stricken California beach town of Santa Cruz are taking a seat at Water School. Some of the residents overindulged their zucchini patch. Others didn’t bother with that dripping kitchen sink. They are now hoping that by attending Water School, they will be able

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Firefighters hurt battling Wildfires

Officials say eight firefighters who suffered burns while battling a wildfire in Northern California have been taken to the hospital. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Capt. Carlos Guerrero said Saturday that the injured firefighters are in stable condition after being airlifted to the burn center at the University of California, Davis for treatment.

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Man accused of DUI in hit and run

A 55-year-old Indio man was arrested Friday for allegedly crashing a Hyundai into a gas pump in Coachella while driving under the influence, then leaving the scene. The crash was reported at 11:30 a.m. at an am/pm convenience store and gas station at 48055 Grapefruit Blvd., where witnesses saw the silver vehicle run into a

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The Living Desert hiring performers

The Living Desert is hiring cast members for an upcoming stage show, the zoo announced Thursday. The “guest experience specialists” will perform in the show, which starts in fall, and some will serve as costumed characters in the outdoor amphitheater and at events. The deadline to apply is Aug. 31, or until positions are filled,

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