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Wildfires are one of the biggest threats to both people’s homes and vital infrastructure, and the risks of being impacted by wildfires are only increasing thanks to climate change. In fact, a research paper from 20321 found that at least 2/3 (two-thirds) of the increase in fire weather across the US in recent decades can
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By Isabel Rosales, John Miller, Nick Valencia, Dakin Andone and Sharif Paget, CNN Winder, Georgia (CNN) — The 14-year-old suspect in the fatal mass shooting at a Winder, Georgia, high school will be booked Wednesday night, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey said at an evening news conference. Colt Gray will be charged with
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Coachella Valley residents are preparing to cast their votes — as local elections approach. Riverside County recently released the full list of all local and state candidates. Palm Springs In Palm Springs — 2 longterm coucilmembers are running for different offices — leaving their positions open. Councilmember Lisa Middleton, representing district 5 — is running for
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As temperatures rise, so do electric bills as air conditioners work overtime. According to PG&E, a typical residential bill includes: Energy costs (50%) Energy delivery (40%) Public purpose programs (10%) Experts are predicting the average U.S. electric bill between June and September to be $719, up 8% from last year and the highest average in
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds signed defenseman Turner Ottenbreit for the 2024-25 season. Ottenbreit returns to North America after one season in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), playing with the Kunlun Red Star in Beijing, China. Before his time overseas, Ottenbreit spend four seasons with the AHL’s Iowa Wild and part of one season with the
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Una vigilia se lleva a cabo en Idyllwild para el hombre extraviado. Se trata del señor, Delfino Guadalupe Lopez Fajardo o mejor conocido como “Lupe” quien fue visto por última vez el 15 de agosto. Su familia no pierde las esperanzas y lo siguen buscando. Pese a que tienen pistas de Lupe, surgió una luz
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With students going back to school, some groups are at risk of mental health challenges. The National Center for Education Statistics found that 58% of public schools reported the percentage of students seeking school-based mental health services had increased since the last school year. And the Harris Poll found that 71% of parents across the
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An Excessive Heat Warning is in place from 11 this morning through Friday evening as temps soar into the mid one-teens. A broad ridge of high pressure extends across the Western U.S., keeping highs well above average through the end of the week. Please heed the usual heat precautions as we endure this late-season heat
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The family of Delfino Guadalupe Lopez Fajardo gathered to host a candlelight vigil in his honor. ‘“He’s a great, great person,” said Fernando Lopez, his brother. “He’s a hard worker. He has great family, and we want him back. This is very sad. This is very bad for our family and everybody misses him.” In a
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Indio girls volleyball setter Mackenzie Morin is this week’s student-athlete of the week. A leader and a star are the two words used to describe Mackenzie Morin at Indio High School, but where she is now comes from her drive to be better. “I work really hard for it,” Morin said. “I have so much
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As Vice President Kamala Harris continues to rally for support throughout the nation, local resident Linda Paulding recalls a time in her life where she worked closely with the young attorney as she entered the world of politics. “She would come to our church, Third Baptist Church, in San Francisco and I was an usher
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Seven people were displaced after a fire damaged their home in Coachella Tuesday afternoon. The fire was reported at around 4:10 p.m. on the 53400 block of Calle Amigos. CAL FIRE confirmed the first responding units reported a structure heavily involved from the front, including the roof. Fire crews at the scene said the fire
Continue ReadingFlu season is upon us. The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older, with rare exceptions, should get an influenza (flu) vaccine in September and October. Doctors from the Desert Care Network say the best time to get the vaccine is within the next 3 weeks. As of May 2024, the national
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A ridge of high pressure will build over the Western United States for the latter half of the week. This setup will keep our temperatures above normal for the next 5-7 days. An Excessive Heat Warning will take effect at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday. Temperatures will climb into the one-teens around the Coachella Valley through Friday.
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Indio received a roughly $8.9 million state grant to fund fiber and broadband improvements in underserved areas, the city announced today. The money, which comes from the California Public Utilities Commission’s Federal Funding Account, will specifically target “last-mile fiber connectivity,” according to a statement from city officials. The CPUC previously approved $237 million in third-
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Update 9/3/24 – 2:30 p.m. E. Vista Chino was reopened on Tuesday. The road will NOT be closed on Wednesday, city officials said. Original Report 9/3/24 – 9:50 a.m. E. Vista Chino was closed at the Whitewater Wash on Tuesday, the city of Palm Springs announced. City officials said the roadway was shut down for
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