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A new bill making its way through state legislature would add more protections for those working in high heat conditions outdoors. Introduced by Representatives Eduardo Garcia and Luz Rivas, Assembly Bill 2243 is aimed to better protect anyone working in temperatures exceeding 105 degrees. “We have to make sure that we’re protecting workers that are
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As California goes into its third year of drought, the State Water Board is requiring local water agencies to move on to their Level 2 drought response plans. The unanimous vote happened on May 24. What does the statewide drought declaration mean for the local area? There is not a water shortage locally, but local
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A Cathedral City police officer alleged publicly at a city council meeting that he’s being retaliated against at work for his decades-long relationship with the city’s mayor. Sgt. Corwin De Veas spoke out at city hall during the public comment portion of last week’s Cathedral City council meeting, directing his 3-minute grievance at Mayor Ernesto
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FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A jury on Wednesday ruled in favor of Johnny Depp in his libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, vindicating his stance that Heard fabricated claims that she was abused by Depp before and during their brief marriage. The jury also found in favor of Heard, who said she was defamed by
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Cathedral City Police are still working to identify the driver of a truck they say fled after hitting a motorcycle, killing the operator, and severely hurting the passenger in mid-May. Investigators now say they’ve found the truck involved. News Channel 3 has confirmed with the Coroner’s office that the man who was killed has been
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Marilyn Monroe fans are going to be celebrating what would have been the icon’s 96th birthday on Wednesday at her statue in Palm Springs. The event start at 6:15 pm where there will be at least 500 red velvet cupcakes with pink frosting given away to people at the Forever Marilyn statue. At 7 pm
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Indio Police were asking for the public’s help in identifying a hit-and-run driver who struck a pedestrian Tuesday night but never stopped to help. Authorities say the collision happened at 9:20 p.m. along Highway 111 between Las Palmas and Monroe Street. The man who was struck was hospitalized. There was no immediate word on his injuries or condition. Police said they
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For Asian American / Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are highlighting an Asian-owned business here in the desert. I present to you, the Desert Vision Center of Rancho Mirage owned by Dr. Keith Tokuhara, M.D. When you see his office, you have no idea the family history inside. A family who has overcome some tragedies
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The 28th annual Palm Springs International ShortFest returns to hold all of its screenings in-theatre at the Camelot Theatres (Palm Springs Cultural Center) from June 21-27. The festival will screen 51 curated programs showcasing 300 films including 38 World Premieres, 17 International Premieres, 35 North American Premieres and 18 U.S. Premieres. * Short films featuring
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Palm Springs Police are actively working to keep the community safe. On Tuesday, Palm Springs Police announced the launch of Operation Clean Streets. “This is targeted enforcement for people committing crime,” said Lieutenant William Hutchinson. Police say they’ve been actively working with the community to help reduce crime. “Listening to community input, listening to what
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County officials are relaxing COVID regulations for voters in the June 7th Primary Election. “As far as the pandemic goes, in our office all and out at our vote centers, all of our staff will be wearing face coverings. But that is not required of voters,” said Riverside County Registrar of Voters Rebecca spencer. “Our
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Two lifelong friends are the valedictorians at Desert Hot Springs High School! DHSHS’ co-valedictorians, April Martinez & Daisy Noyotl, were honored Tuesday morning when the city renamed the corner of Pierson and Cholla in their honor. The renamed street signs were unveiled in front of family and school staff. “It’s something surreal. I didn’t think
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Both sides of Landau Boulevard have been shut down at Baristo Road in Cathedral City after an issue with a power pole Tuesday evening. Smoke can be seen coming out of the pole. At this time, there is no on whether any nearby residents have lost power. We have a crew at the scene working
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The cleanup continued Tuesday after days of blowing dust and sand wreaked havoc in the Coachella Valley Memorial Day weekend. Pool service companies are working pool-by-pool to remove dust, sand and debris from residential and commercial swimming oases. “We’re really facing an uphill battle for swimming pools this week,” said Claropool CEO Stephen Little. His
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One of four men arrested for allegedly stealing more than $36,000 worth of golf carts in the Palm Desert area pleaded guilty to one felony count today. Daniel Vital, 34, of Thousand Palms, was arrested May 16 and subsequently charged with one felony count of purchasing/receiving a stolen vehicle, trailer or motorized vessel, with an
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They grow up so fast! Spirit, the young eaglet in Big Bear, has left the nest for the first time, taking her first flight early Tuesday morning. “She started out like every other morning, stretching and flapping her wings, and this time… she just let go and flew in perfect form,” reads a post by
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The Palm Springs Unified School District is now enrolling students for its Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs for the 2022-23 school year. The federally-funded Head Start program provides an extensive school-year preschool program for children three and four years of age. Family income must meet the federal poverty level. Full-day classes are provided from 8
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A motorist was killed today when he crashed into rocks alongside Highway 243 north of Idyllwild. The fatality occurred at about 10:30 a.m. where the mountain highway intersects Twin Pines Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Witnesses told the agency that the victim, whose identity was not immediately released, veered off of the
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office released new information Tuesday regarding an early Monday morning shooting at a Coachella shopping center that sent one man to a hospital. Deputies said they received a call about a shooting at the shopping center off of Highway 111 at 2:10 a.m. This is the same shopping center as Food
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UPDATE: North Gene Autry Trail reopened to traffic at 6:00 a.m. Tuesday morning in both the north and southbound directions. All roads in and out of Palm Springs are open again. UPDATE: At 5:30 pm Monday, Palm Springs Police alerted the public that Indian Canyon at the wash is now open. Earlier in the day
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