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Federal prosecutors to get classified House documents in Brennan probe as decision on charges against former CIA chief nears

March 24, 2026 8:34 PM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The House Intelligence Committee voted Tuesday to give federal prosecutors classified records related to John Brennan, according to a committee spokesperson, signaling the Justice Department’s investigation into the former CIA director may be heading towards possible charges. The committee held the vote behind closed doors, a source said, and

Local farmers see surge in fertilizer costs due to War in Iran

March 24, 2026 8:57 AM Daniella Lake

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Shipping disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz have led to an increase in fertilizer costs, as one third of all nitrogen-rich fertilizer shipped globally goes through the Strait of Hormuz. “Locally, the farmers seen about a 10% to 15% increase on their fertilizers, where the global markets increase 50% to 60%,”

Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez pleads guilty to conflict of interest charge

March 24, 2026 7:30 AM Garrett Hottle, Jesus Reyes, Shay Lawson

Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez is facing a nine-count grand jury indictment alleging conflict-of-interest violations and perjury tied to city actions and financial disclosure forms, to which he has pleaded not guilty.

State appeals court denies Bonta’s request to stop Bianco’s ballot probe in county special election

March 24, 2026 10:31 AM Garrett Hottle

Original Report 3/24/26 – 5:30 p.m. California’s Fourth District Court of Appeal has denied AG Rob Bonta’s request to try to halt Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco’s investigation into the November 2025 special election Original Report 3/24/26 – 10:30 a.m. INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – California Attorney General Rob Bonta has gone to court to try

Woman who killed Indio motel guest convicted if voluntary manslaughter

March 24, 2026 5:29 PM City News Service

Editor’s Note: In an earlier version of this article, the headline incorrectly stated the woman was convicted of murder. She was convicted of voluntary manslaughter. MURRIETA, Calif. (KESQ) – A 35-year-old Arizona woman who fatally shot another woman without provocation at an Indio motel was convicted today of voluntary manslaughter. A Murrieta jury deliberated one

Cabazon fire burns roughly 21 acres, evacuation order, warnings lifted

March 24, 2026 2:25 PM Jesus Reyes

CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – An RV fire in the Cabazon area burned roughly 21 acres of vegetation, prompting evacuation orders and warnings before it was stopped, with no injuries reported. The fire was first reported just after 1:50 p.m. near the area of Almond Street and Bonita Avenue. At one point, the fire’s size was

Suspect arrested after vehicle pursuit in Palm Springs

March 24, 2026 4:02 PM City News Service

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – An assault with a deadly weapon suspect fled from authorities in Palm Springs, prompting a vehicle pursuit that ended in the suspect’s arrest today, authorities said. Deputies responded to the 100 block of Pioneer Trail at 10:43 a.m. Tuesday, according to Sgt. Robert Martinez of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office.

Man killed in rollover wreck on I-10 in west Banning Sunday morning

March 24, 2026 3:37 PM City News Service

BANNING, Calif. (KESQ) – An autopsy was pending today on a 25-year-old motorist killed in a rollover crash on Interstate 10 in Banning. Matthew Faafoi of Long Beach was fatally injured at 7:30 a.m. Sunday on eastbound I-10, near Sunset Avenue, on the west end of the city, according to the California Highway Patrol.

North Carolina Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger

Republican Phil Berger, one of North Carolina’s most powerful politicians, concedes state Senate primary

March 24, 2026 3:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Dianne Gallagher, CNN (CNN) — North Carolina State Senate leader Phil Berger on Tuesday conceded his primary race to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page, a political earthquake that took down arguably the most powerful politician in a pivotal swing state. A full machine recount last week held Page’s narrow 23-vote lead in the March

A recording of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's deposition is played for the jurors on March 4

Jury finds Meta liable in case over child sexual exploitation on its platforms

March 24, 2026 3:16 PM CNN Newsource

By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — A jury on Tuesday found Meta violated New Mexico law in a case accusing it of failing to warn users about the dangers of its platforms and protect children from sexual predators. The jury found Meta liable on all counts, including for willfully engaging in “unfair and

Army paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division conduct a reenlistment ceremony near the Reflecting Pool in Washington

More than 1,000 US soldiers preparing to deploy to the Middle East to be available for Iran operations

March 26, 2026 8:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Haley Britzky, Zachary Cohen, CNN (CNN) — More than 1,000 US soldiers with the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division are expecting to deploy in coming days to the Middle East, according to two sources familiar with the matter, adding to the growing military firepower in the region as the Trump administration says it is in

Inside the runway collision, voting by mail, secret vault: Catch up on the day’s stories

March 24, 2026 1:46 PM CNN Newsource

By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! A quadruple amputee professional cornhole player was accused of fatally shooting a passenger in his car, Maryland authorities said. Dayton Webber was arrested on a murder charge while seeking treatment at a hospital. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day. 5 things 1️⃣

Newsom says he regrets earlier comments likening Israel to an ‘apartheid state’

March 24, 2026 10:31 AM CNN Newsource

By David Wright, CNN (CNN) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he regretted using the word “apartheid” to describe the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians, though he warned “that’s a word you may hear others use” if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushes for territorial gains. Newsom made the initial remark during a live appearance

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway closed Tuesday for scheduled maintenance

March 24, 2026 1:38 PM Jesus Reyes

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will be closed for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, officials announced. It will be a short closure, with the tram set to reopen the next day. Officials said during the closure, the Tramway’s maintenance team will shorten the counter haul rope. According to Vice President of

An Air Canada Express CRJ-900 sits on the runway after colliding with a Port Authority fire truck (L) at LaGuardia Airport in New York.

Fire truck in LaGuardia runway collision had no transponder, limiting tower’s ability to track it, NTSB says

March 24, 2026 6:22 PM CNN Newsource

By Zoe Sottile, Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A fire truck involved in the fatal collision with an Air Canada plane at New York’s LaGuardia Airport was not equipped with a transponder — technology that helps air traffic controllers identify and track vehicles on the airfield — the National Transportation Safety Board said Tuesday.

Experts warn California could break gas price record

March 24, 2026 12:44 PM Luis Avila

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California drivers could soon face record-breaking pain at the pump as fuel prices continue their steady climb, analysts warn. Ongoing conflict involving Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, sending crude prices higher and rapidly increasing costs at the pump. According to AAA, the state average is $5.82, an increase of

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding Marine One as he departs the White House on March 11.

Fact check: The lies Trump is using to sell his latest attack on mail-in voting

March 24, 2026 12:36 PM CNN Newsource

By Daniel Dale, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump is pushing for new restrictions on mail-in voting. To sell his proposal, he is telling lies. Trump has been making false claims about mail-in voting since the 2020 campaign that was held amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, as he asks Congress to pass a bill that

Bowe Bergdahl Fast Facts

March 24, 2026 10:31 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Bowe Bergdahl, former American prisoner of war. Personal Birth date: March 28, 1986 Birth place: Sun Valley, Idaho Birth name: Beaudry Robert Bergdahl Father: Robert Bergdahl Mother: Jani Bergdahl Military: US Army, 2008-present Other Facts Traveled throughout Europe before enlisting in the Army. Worked as a

Samuel Alito Fast Facts

March 24, 2026 10:30 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito. Personal Birth date: April 1, 1950 Birth place: Trenton, New Jersey Birth name: Samuel Anthony Alito Jr. Father: Samuel Alito, teacher Mother: Rose (Fradusco) Alito, teacher Marriage: Martha-Ann (Bomgardner) Alito (1985-present) Children: Philip and Laura Education:

Terry Nichols Fast Facts

March 24, 2026 10:29 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of convicted Oklahoma City bombing conspirator Terry Nichols. Personal Birth date: April 1, 1955 Birth place: Lapeer County, Michigan Birth name: Terry Lynn Nichols Father: Robert Nichols, farmer Mother: Joyce Nichols Marriages: Marife (Torres) Nichols (1990-2003, divorced); Lana (Osentoski) Nichols (1981-1989, divorced) Children:

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