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Palm Desert launches new program aimed to address community concerns
Palm Desert Discussions is a new program that helps community members understand the different city providers and how to quickly find accurate information when questions arise. The free lecture series aims to educate residents about essential services and address local concerns. Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is the first agency participating in the city’s program. It will
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37-year-old pedestrian killed in Coachella crash
A person was killed in a crash between a vehicle and a pedestrian Tuesday night in Coachella. The incident took place around 10:40 P.M. off of Grapefruit Blvd. and Cesar Chavez St. The man was identified as Robert Villa, 37, of Coachella. Authorities said after the crash, the driver remained at the scene and called
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Legendary boxing trainer Lee Espinoza proud of local Olympian Citlalli Ortiz
Dubbed the “Godfather of Boxing,” Lee Espinoza has been around the sport for more than 40 years. The 76-year-old was inducted into the California Boxing Hall of Fame in 2005 and the West Coast Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021. He opened his boxing gym in 1985, which is now named the Lee Espinoza Coachella
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Indio Police Department operating out of new high-tech dispatch center, improving community safety
The Indio Police Department is officially operating out of their new Dispatch Center. The project has been in the works for over 20 years. The state-of-the-art facility features cutting-edge technology that enhances resident safety and supports dispatchers during high-pressure calls. “Our dispatchers are our lifeline. They’re the ones that dispatch our people to their calls,
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Temps and humidity on the rise and a smoke advisory is extended
Smoke from the Nixon Fire continues to create air quality issues for the region today, with a Smoke Advisory now extended into Thursday. Air quality has deteriorated significantly in areas south of the Valley, dipping into the “Very Unhealthy” range this morning. Highs today will again top our near 112 with fairly low dew points
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Mystery surrounds Cathedral City LGBTQ bar’s closure after three decades, owner blames city disputes for closure
The Barracks Bar, an LGBTQ+ bar in Cathedral City, is scheduled to close permanently on Sunday, August 4th, but the details behind the closure are unclear. The Barracks Bar was a staple of the gay community, opening its doors for the first time in 1992 as “Wolf’s”. The bar later changed its name to Barracks, and
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Idyllwild and other mountain communities stay prepared for wildfires as Nixon Fire burns
Much like residents in the Coachella Valley yesterday, Idyllwild residents noticed the smoke from the Nixon Fire, which is burning in south Riverside County. Joel Feingold, a longtime resident of Idyllwild and a volunteer for its Mountain Community Patrol, says the smoke caused some concern yesterday. “Anytime we can clearly see smoke billowing just over
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El incendio “Nixon” puede ser dañino para las personas que sufren de enfermedades respiratorias
Se mantiene un aviso de humo, ya que el incendio “Nixon” sigue amenazando la calidad del aire en toda la región y el cual puede ser dañino para las personas que sufren de enfermedades respiratorias. Un doctor nos da consejos importantes para mantenernos seguros durante incendios forestales y se recomienda revisar la calidad del aire.
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Local governments highlight ongoing efforts to clear homeless encampments after Newsom order
California’s worsening homeless crisis has led local city governments throughout the Coachella Valley, along with Riverside County, to work on multi-pronged solutions over the years to address the problem. A point-in-time county taken in December 2023 estimated that more than 180,000 people were experiencing homelessness in California —up 6% from 2022. Last week, Governor Gavin
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Smoke concerns for Riverside County continue through Tuesday
A Smoke Advisory is in effect for Riverside County mountains and deserts due to elevated fine particle pollution levels from wildfire smoke. Through Wednesday morning, the Coachella Valley is also under a Windblown Dust Advisory for sand and dust blown aloft during gusty conditions. Our weather pattern remains warm and dry through Wednesday. A ridge
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Only Big Lots in Coachella Valley set to close amid bargain store closures
In June, Big Lots announced it would be closing dozens of stores around the country, citing inflation, cost of goods, and competitive and economic pressures. They had said about 35-40 stores would close, but the number is looking far bigger. In California alone, 60 stores are expected to close, according to their websites. One of
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A sneak peek of the luxurious Thompson Hotel, slated to open September in downtown Palm Springs
For the last 15 years, we have waited to see what would become of two-and-a-half blocks of prime property in downtown Palm Springs. Now, it’s finally taking shape along the desert skyline. With millions of dollars invested into the completion of the project, the Thompson Palm Springs is finally ready to make its debut in September. New Channel 3’s Angela Chen got
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Near seasonal temps, with occasional breeziness
Highs will once again top out near 110 degrees, so expect a near-normal day, with the potential for some smoke pollution form the Nixon Fire burning in the mountains South of the Valley. A Smoke Advisory as well as a Windblown Dust Advisory are both in place for the Valley thanks to the potential for
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Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center identifies Marine killed after high mobility vehicle rollover
The U.S. Marine who died on Sunday after a vehicle rollover at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms has been identified. According to a statement released by the Marine Corps Combat Center, Staff Sergeant (SSGT) Jerry L. Betzold died on July 28, 2024, following a vehicle rollover that took place while
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