A man was arrested in connection with a stabbing last week in Yucca Valley. Deputies from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department Morongo Basin Station were called to the 7000 Block of Hopi Trail July 29 where they learned a victim was at the residence when a dispute took place with the suspect.The Sheriff’s Dept. said
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On Wednesday, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) announced the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) will receive an $8,612,700 grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to upgrade taxiways. The grant funding was awarded from the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program. Earlier in the year, Calvert voted with a bipartisan majority to approve the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation,
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Palm Springs Unified School District is back to school today! Thousands of students will begin their school year this morning, from kindergartners to High Schoolers. The district has been preparing for the 2024-2025 year all summer, and they’ve had facility on 28 school campuses for weeks. Palm Springs Unified prides themselves on their academic excellence,
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Fourth District Supervisor Manuel V. Perez today lauded a $1 million assistance program approved by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors to help first-time homebuyers. The creation last week of the Fourth District American Rescue Plan Act First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program is intended to help with down payments and closing costs, according
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As students return to school, experts say it’s important that families discuss bullying and harassment prevention with their students. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates significant health disparities, among LGBTQ+ high school students, who report higher rates of violence, poor mental health and suicidal thoughts and behaviors than their peers. Nearly 3
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Jury deliberations are expected to get underway today in the trial of a 22-year-old man accused of taking part in the ambush slaying of a Desert Hot Springs marijuana dealer during an attempted robbery. Angel Arangure of Desert Hot Springs is charged with first-degree murder and three counts of attempted robbery, along with a special
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Oswit Land Trust announced Wednesday it has acquired 639 acres of in Indio Hills, CA. It was purchased for $4 million with the help of grants from US Fish and Wild Service. The property, known as Happy Valley, is known for its diverse flora and fauna, and is the last remaining alluvial fans in the
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The past four years have been an emotional journey for Lupita Gutierrez and her family after they found out about a rare genetic condition affecting two of their children. Her 14-year-old son, Rolando, has to undergo routine testing after doctors determined he is experiencing bone marrow failure. Since getting the news, the family and their
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The USGS reported several earthquakes in Kern County on Tuesday night. One of the largest ones was reportedly a 5.2 Magnitude earthquake, reported at 9:09 p.m. near Lamont, California. It was followed by a 4.5 Magnitude earthquake about a minute later, also in Lamont. There was no immediate word on any damage or injuries from
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In a 6-1 vote, the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation board members agreed to add Tenet Health’s billion dollar lease proposal to the November 5th ballot. It comes after they agreed to add a resolution to their August 6th meeting agenda. The meeting was open to the public, and took place at 5:30 p.m. inside
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Firefighters in Palm Springs face a number of challenges as they roll out to calls day in and day out. Among those issues are staffing shortages and aging infrastructure, like outdated fire stations. Firefighter engineer Brandon Wright explained that these issues can be draining for firefighters. When stations are short-staffed, some firefighters could be forced
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One year ago today, three firefighters were killed in a helicopter crash while battling the Broadway Fire in Cabazon. Two of the three men were senior firefighters, Cal Fire Division Assistant Chief Josh Bischof, 46, and Cal Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez, 44. Helicopter Pilot Tony Sousa, 55, also died in the line of duty. Bischof
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Vice President and Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris has announced her VP pick, Tim Walz. Residents from across the Coachella Valley shared their thoughts about it. Some were surprised Harris chose the Minnesota Governor, others admitting they don’t know much about him. According to an NPR national poll, 71% of Americans were unfamiliar with Walz
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Originally Published: 06 AUG 24 08:52 ETUpdated: 06 AUG 24 20:00 ETBy John King, Jeff Zeleny, Jamie Gangel, MJ Lee, Daniel Strauss, Gregory Krieg, Kristen Holmes and Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota as her running mate, elevating the former teacher and Army National Guard
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Michael’s House, a provider of addiction treatment and recovery services, has announced a new initiative to distribute Naloxone to unhoused individuals in the community. Naloxone can reverse opioid overdoses; it’s considered a life-saving medication. By distributing it, Michael’s House aims to reduce overdose fatalities and offer a lifeline to some of the more vulnerable people.
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Jury selection got underway today for the trial of a 29-year-old probationer accused of trying to kill a man with shots to the head during a Desert Hot Springs home invasion robbery, from which the defendant fled but was ultimately apprehended. Â Â Altonia Vontae Jackson Jr. is charged with attempted murder, robbery, carjacking, shooting at
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The City of Palm Springs today announced the launch of “Love Local Palm Springs,” a city-wide digital gift card program designed to increase shopping expenditures in local businesses. The limited-time program allows residents to purchase gift cards in $25 denominations, capped at $200 per person, with the city contributing an additional 50% of the card’s
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Students in the Palm Springs Unified School District begin their new school year on Wednesday, and there will be some changes this new school year that families will need to know. District Superintendent Dr. Tony Signoret says construction is in full swing at several schools to modernize facilities. He says everyone should prepare for delays and plan their transportation routes ahead of time. Signoret
Continue ReadingCNN By John King, Jeff Zeleny, Jamie Gangel, MJ Lee, Daniel Strauss, Gregory Krieg, Kristen Holmes and Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota as her running mate, elevating the former teacher and Army National Guard veteran to join the Democratic ticket and help lead the
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On Monday, Will Rollins, the Democratic nominee in California’s 41st District, challenged Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) to three general election debates. Rollins has accepted a televised debate with KTLA and looks forward to accepting more. In the 2022 midterms, Calvert declined to debate Will Rollins. When asked by KESQ in November 2023 about debating during the 2024
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