By Nic F. Anderson and Lauren Rapp, CNN (CNN) — A federal appeals court ruled on Monday that white supremacist and nationalist groups will have to pay a more than $2 million in punitive damages to people who suffered physical or emotional injuries from the 2017 “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. In 2021, a jury
Continue ReadingAssociated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s cricketers have received a rousing welcome home from jubilant fans after winning the Twenty20 World Cup in Barbados. Skipper Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya held the coveted trophy in an open bus convoy to Mumbai’s Wankhede stadium where they were to participate in celebrations organized by the national
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — David Peralta is just filling in for All-Star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., and the 36-year-old veteran knows it. Just one more reason to savor the biggest moment of his season with San Diego. Peralta hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the seventh inning for his first of
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The City of Palm Desert will offer a Sensory Safe Space during the Independence Day Celebration fireworks display tomorrow for the Fourth of July. This space is made available for Veterans and those with sensitivities to fireworks or other loud noises. Those interested are invited to the Portola Community Center, located at 45480 Portola Road.
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — With “Welcome to the Jungle” blaring like the old days, Eric Gagné took the mound and fired a strike Wednesday night on the 20th anniversary of recording his 84th consecutive save for the Los Angeles Dodgers. “Every time I step on this field, it’s like a church to
Continue ReadingST. LOUIS (AP) — Hosei Kijima scored his first goal in MLS, Eduard Löwen also scored a goal and St. Louis City beat the San Jose Earthquakes 2-0 Wednesday night to snap a nine-game winless skid. Löwen, on the left side, slipped a shot between a pair of defenders, past the outstretched hand of goalkeeper
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s conduct behind closed doors, in the Oval Office, on Air Force One and in meetings around the world is described in the same dual way by those who regularly see him in action. He is often sharp and focused. But he also has moments, particularly later in
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With Excessive Heat Warnings in place for much of California, including right here at home, people are looking for ways to beat the heat this 4th of July. This week and weekend will see potentially record-breaking temperatures in excess of 120 degrees. There are many ways to stay safe in these dangerous temperatures. Some of
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Chris Sale allowed only three hits in six innings to earn his 11th win, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night. Sale (11-3) tied Kansas City’s Seth Lugo for the most wins in the majors, confirming his return to his
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Nick Chaney is on the road to recovery after recently receiving an emergency heart transplant that saved his life. Back in April, the 17-year-old Cathedral City High School graduate came home from a school trip to San Francisco complaining that he could not breathe and that he could feel his heartbeat. He was diagnosed with
Continue ReadingBy Jack Forrest, CNN (CNN) — Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday that President Joe Biden is “fit for office,” following a meeting with the president as he looks to ease fears about his ability to lead the country and take on Donald Trump in November. “Yes, fit for office,” the governor said in
Continue ReadingSAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Wave called accusations made by a former employee on social media “inaccurate and defamatory” in a statement on Wednesday. Brittany Alvarado, who says she is a former video and creative manager for the team, called on the National Women’s Soccer League to remove team President Jill Ellis, the
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The Palm Springs Section 14 Survivors and their descendants, led by attorney Areva Martin, announced that they have proposed a formal counteroffer of $42 million to the City of Palm Springs today. Section 14 is a one-square-mile tract previously held by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, adjacent to downtown Palm Springs. The area
Continue ReadingBy Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — The largest public school district in Kansas has agreed to revise its disciplinary practices as part of a settlement with the US Justice Department, resolving a federal civil rights investigation that determined its educators engaged in a pattern of discrimination against Black and disabled students. As part of the
Continue ReadingBy Arlette Saenz and Sunlen Serfaty, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden’s family remains “all in” on him remaining in the 2024 race even as questions swirl about the future of his candidacy, a source familiar with the family’s thinking said. “There is no change,” the source said. “The first lady is all in. The
Continue ReadingBy Christian Edwards, CNN London (CNN) — British voters are heading to the polls Thursday for a crucial general election that is being seen as a referendum on 14 years of Conservative rule. The snap vote, called by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, is being held months earlier than necessary and caught much of his party
Continue ReadingOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A 23-year-old Oakland man has been charged in connection with a mass shooting that broke out at a Juneteenth celebration in the San Francisco Bay Area last month. Prosecutors charged JaJuan Kelly, 23, with four counts of felony assault with a semiautomatic firearm for the shooting of four people at the
Continue ReadingOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A 23-year-old Oakland man has been charged in connection with a mass shooting that broke out at a Juneteenth celebration in the San Francisco Bay Area last month. Prosecutors charged JaJuan Kelly, 23, with four counts of felony assault with a semiautomatic firearm for the shooting of four people at the
Continue ReadingARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Corey Seager was a late add to the lineup for the Texas Rangers against San Diego on Wednesday night, ending a two-game absence after the star shortstop got hit by a pitch on his left wrist. The reigning World Series MVP was in his usual No. 2 spot in the order
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s conduct behind closed doors, in the Oval Office, on Air Force One and in meetings around the world is described in the same dual way by those who regularly see him in action. He is often sharp and focused. But he also has moments, particularly later in
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