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The valley is facing the aftermath of a powerful haboob that struck in the early hours of Monday morning, leaving behind a trail of destruction. The overnight storm brought damaging winds and lightning to various parts of the valley, resulting in downed trees, wind damage to structures, and lightning-induced fires. As the dust settles, residents

UPDATE 7/31/23 7:30 p.m. The Bonny Fire had no growth today, as firefighters continued reinforcing handline around the fire perimeter and mopping up hot spots, Cal Fire announced. The fire is now 30% contained. It’s expected to be fully contained by Aug. 7. Evacuation Orders were reduced to Evacuation Warnings in the area north of

The Berger Foundation hosted its first adaptive skate event at the Iceplex in thousand palms.  Local families say It was a really good time being out on the ice and staying cool, but overall, seeing those smiles and their family members face their fears on the ice. Almost 80 people came out to participate throughout the day. Officials

UPDATE 7/30/23 9:30 a.m. Edward Gonzales, a 60-year-old man from Indio was identified as the victim. Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate the circumstances of the death. UPDATE 7/26/23 5:17 p.m. A person was found dead today in a vehicle on a dirt road by Interstate 10 near Chiriaco Summit.    Officers responded

7/28/23 Update 8:30 p.m. The Sunset Fire was reported fully contained at 7:09 p.m. Friday, according to Cal Fire. 7/28/23 Update 3:40 p.m. Investigators determined the cause of the fire was arson. A 45-year-old man was arrested and faces multiple counts of arson as well as possession of methamphetamine. 7/28/23 Update 1:30 p.m. The Sunset

The Riverside County Emergency Management Department is working with the City of Desert Hot Springs at a resource assistance center at Desert Hot Springs High School. The center opened Friday, July 28, for families impacted in last week’s fire at a mobile home park in Desert Hot Springs. The center is expected to be open

A local family is warning everyone about how deadly the heat can be after they said it claimed the life of a loved one.  Lucio Lerma is mourning the loss of his younger brother Ronald Lerma, also known as Ronnie, who was homeless. The 52-year-old died last Saturday in Coachella during the excessive heat warning. “Hopefully, this will help others

Three people were ejected from a vehicle following a car crash Thursday night in Indio. The collision occurred at around 9:05 p.m. on the Indio and Coachella city borders off Ave. 48 and Calhoun Street. Indio Police told News Channel that the ejected occupants were in a silver Honda and all three persons were taken