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Meteorologist Spencer Blum was born and raised in South Florida. He developed a deep love for the weather at an early age after living through Hurricane Wilma. Spencer attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology with a minor in Mathematics. You can always find him cheering on
Continue ReadingThe cost of coal, cadaver fat, cartoon kerfuffle: Catch up on the day’s stories
NewBy Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! A VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparked calls for an investigation and fueled a heated debate about political satire and free speech. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day. 5 things 1️⃣ The cost of coal It’s been
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Argentina court recognizes two goldfish as sentient beings with rights
By Sol Amaya, CNN (CNN) — On the facade of a sushi restaurant in a chic Buenos Aires neighborhood, two goldfish in a glass display case would go largely unnoticed apart from the occasional child who would tap against the glass. One day, someone took a closer look at the tank, which was exposed to
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What a proposed federal housing bill could mean for Coachella Valley buyers and sellers
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)- A proposed federal housing bill aims to boost housing supply by reducing barriers to new construction, but local experts say any impact would take time. The Coachella Valley housing market continues to face high home prices, elevated mortgage rates and limited inventory, making affordability a challenge for many buyers. First-time buyers,
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Israeli soldier who assaulted CNN cameraman reprimanded but avoids criminal charges
By Jeremy Diamond, Oren Liebermann, CNN (CNN) — The Israeli soldier who physically assaulted a CNN photojournalist in March was formally reprimanded by his commanders for his use of force but faces no criminal charges in the matter, the Israeli military said Monday. “The investigation found that during the encounter between the IDF (Israel Defense
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Trump backs Russia sanctions package spearheaded by Graham
By Adam Cancryn, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump will support the passage of a bipartisan Russia sanctions package that was spearheaded by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, a White House official told CNN on Monday. The endorsement comes days after Graham’s unexpected death, likely further smoothing the path for a bill that the South
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Inside Palo Verde Hospital six months after County takeover
BLYTHE, Calif. (KESQ) Nearly six months after Riverside County stepped in to stabilize Palo Verde Hospital county leaders say the hospital remains open but work continues to restore it to a fully functioning medical center. Earlier this year the county took over management of the hospital under a 180 day stabilization plan after years of
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One dead, one injured in rollover crash on Fred Waring Drive in Indio
INDIO, Calif. — One person was killed and another injured Monday morning after a pickup truck overturned on Fred Waring Drive in Indio, ejecting both occupants, according to the Indio Police Department. The crash happened at around 8:13 a.m. as a blue Toyota Tundra was traveling westbound on Fred Waring Drive. Based on the preliminary
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Eisenhower Health study links air pollution to increased health care visits
Rancho Mirage, Calif. — Research from Eisenhower Health has found that short-term increases in airborne particulate matter are associated with higher emergency department and urgent care visits across the Coachella Valley. Conducted in collaboration with the City of Indian Wells, the study examined the relationship between fine particulate matter, coarse particulate matter and patient visits.
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Coachella Valley’s reaction to the muggy weather
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — Monsoonal moisture has brought sticky conditions to the already hot weather. Elevated moisture disrupts the normal dry heat that Coachella Valley is used to, making conditions less comfortable. News channel 3 is asking residents, visitors and businesses how they have seen this weather affect them.
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Riverside County supervisors to reconsider sheriff oversight panel following grand jury recommendations
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — The Riverside County Board of Supervisors is expected to revisit the issue of independent oversight for the Sheriff’s Department on Tuesday, July 14, after a grand jury report urged the county to establish stronger accountability measures following years of scrutiny over jail operations and in-custody deaths. The item, scheduled for the board’s
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Grandfather recovering from surgery after bison attack at Yellowstone sent him flying
By Sara Smart, CNN (CNN) — What started as a yearly trip for a grandfather and his grandson turned into a visit to a Montana hospital after a bison attack at Yellowstone National Park. Carl McDaniel, 65, was hospitalized with a broken femur after a bison charged and tossed him into the air Friday evening
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How new resident physicians are addressing the need for doctors in the valley
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Doctors are always in need in the desert. It’s no different at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs. At the end of June, 42 new resident physicians were welcomed to Desert Regional’s Graduate Medical Education (GME) program. We’re speaking with leaders in the medical field about the never-ending need for doctors
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Rubio vows to ‘dismantle’ International Criminal Court
By Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday vowed to “dismantle” the International Criminal Court and urged other countries to join the effort as the Trump administration significantly escalates its campaign against the global institution. Rubio accused the ICC of “waging a war against our country, not with bullets
Continue ReadingAnthony Kennedy Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Anthony Kennedy, retired associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Personal Birth date: July 23, 1936 Birth place: Sacramento, California Birth name: Anthony McLeod Kennedy Father: Anthony J. Kennedy, lawyer and lobbyist Mother: Gladys (McLeod) Kennedy, civic leader Marriage: Mary
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Capitol Police arrest man with a handgun at north barricade of the US Capitol
CNN By Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — US Capitol Police arrested a man at the Capitol’s north barricade who they said had a handgun, which is prohibited on Capitol grounds. CNN captured video of the man being taken into custody. It shows six officers surrounding an SUV, two of whom have their guns drawn and
Continue ReadingWimbledon Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Wimbledon tennis championships. June 29-July 12, 2026 – Wimbledon takes place. 2026 Results Jannik Sinner defeats Alexander Zverev in the men’s final to win his second consecutive Wimbledon title. Linda Nosková defeats Karolína Muchová in three sets to claim her first Grand Slam women’s singles
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South Carolina governor selects Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to finish his Senate term
CNN By Eric Bradner, Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced the appointment of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve in the longtime Republican lawmaker’s seat after he suddenly died over the weekend. “Lindsey has always been there for me, and now I will be there for him,”
Continue Reading Capitol Police arrest man with a handgun at north barricade of the US Capitol
By Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — US Capitol Police arrested a man at the Capitol’s north barricade who they said had a handgun, which is prohibited on Capitol grounds. CNN captured video of the man being taken into custody. It shows six officers surrounding an SUV, two of whom have their guns drawn and pointed
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