The Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage walk is set to commence on Tuesday, featuring a 30+ mile journey honoring the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The event kicks off at 4:00 a.m. with traditional Mañanitas, followed by a mass service at 5:00 a.m. The pilgrimage walk officially begins at 6:00 a.m., starting from the
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California State Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia will not seek reelection in 2024, his spokesperson confirmed. Garcia’s spokesperson did not share specifics behind the assemblymember’s decision. His term ends in Dec. 2024 Garcia was first elected to the assembly in 2014. He also served on the Coachella City Council from 2004 to 2006. He became the youngest
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Nurses at Desert Regional Medical Center will picket tomorrow to demand that Tenet Health address what union officials call chronic issues that jeopardize patient care in the neonatal and emergency intensive care units. The picketing will take place from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday at Desert Regional Medical Center, 1150 North Indian Canyon Drive, according
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A Desert Mirage High School student was awarded a prestigious scholarship to attend her number one choice of college. Karen Magaña was awarded the QuestBridge Scholarship. As part of the full academic scholarship, Magaña will receive $83,000 a year for the next four years to cover all tuition and housing costs. Magaña committed to attending Pomona College
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds signed goaltender Cale Morris to a professional tryout agreement (PTO). Morris, 27, has posted a 7-4-1 record in 13 games played this season for the Firebirds’ ECHL affiliate, the Kansas City Mavericks. Check Out Our Firebirds Section for More Coverage The Larkspur, CO native has appeared in 21 AHL games and 57 ECHL
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A man died after being struck by a vehicle in Cathedral City, police said today. Officers responded at 10:16 p.m. Sunday to a report of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle on Date Palm Drive near Victoria Road, according to a statement from the Cathedral City Police Department. Upon arrival, the pedestrian was
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Pro-Palestinian supporters in the valley rallied together at Congress member Raul Ruiz’s office in Palm Desert in response to an email they were sent about the Isreal Hamas conflict. A local woman passionate about a push for a permanent ceasefire says she was upset at what she read. Below is the email in question that
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The Palm Springs Section 14 Survivors have launched a billboard campaign as a part of their “Know Before You Go” initiative. The group says the initiative, which was made public by the activism group back in October, targets tourists who may not be aware of history of the Section 14 neighborhood. “We were relocated to
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Jewish and Christian faith members gather at Destiny Church in Indio to host a rally for Israel. The Coachella Valley chapter of StandWithUs has been reaching out to valley residents to educate and bring awareness surrounding the Israel-Hamas war. In a release, both parties share that they are in support of Israel and are calling
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Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert gave away 300 bikes at its annual giveaway event on Sunday inside Acrisure Arena. The recipients were fourth-grade students from around the Coachella Valley nominated by their school teachers. They were chosen for having good school work habits while overcoming challenges and disadvantages, yet still being helpful and caring
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A suspect was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a deputy-involved shooting occurred early Sunday morning in Palm Desert. Deputies first received reports of a burglary along the 49000 block of State Highway 74 at 2:45 a.m. Sunday. The residents who called the police said they were hiding in a bedroom but could hear someone inside
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Chanukah is the Jewish “festival of lights.” On eight consecutive nights, Jews gather with family and friends to light another candle in the menorah. At the River in Rancho Mirage, members of the Chabad of Rancho Mirage – The Torah Oasis are coming together with the community to honor the modern-day Maccabees defending their lives in
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As the city of Desert Hot Springs celebrates its 60 years, the annual Parade of Lights and Holiday Festival comes to town. Mayor Scott Matas announced at the 2023 State of the City that Fuego, the Firebirds Hockey Team mascot, will be this year’s Grand Marshal. This year’s theme celebrates the legacy of community and
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Residents of the valley join the Cathedral City Council to celebrate the holidays at North Pole Village at Snow Fest. The event captures all the holiday spirit. You will also enjoy an outdoor market featuring holiday arts & crafts, food, treats, and beverages, including hot chocolate and cider. The city says It is a Hollywood-style
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Original Report 3:30 p.m. Flames were first reported in Cabazon South of the I-10 in the hills near Ida and Helen Avenue around 9:20 a.m. Saturday morning. As of 2:30 p.m. the flames spanned 65 acres and the fire was 15% contained. Cal Fire reports the forward rate of spread has been stopped, and crews
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The Wheelchair and MotoCross Championships are taking place Saturday morning at the La Quinta X Park. It kicks off at 10:00 a.m., and runs until 5:00 p.m. The event will host the top adaptive skateboarding and WCMX athletes from around the world. Including the WCMX Pro/Open, WCMX Womens, WCMX Am, Adaptive Skateboarding Womens, and Able-bodied
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The Morongo Band of Mission Indians hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Fire Station on Friday, December 8 at 11:00 AM. Tribal leaders and elected officials were joined local Congressman Raul Ruiz to celebrate this noteworthy milestone. The Morongo Band of Mission Indians are looking forward to the opening of this station as they
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Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz was honored with the ‘Outstanding Americans by Choice’ recognition at his alma mater, Coachella Valley High School. It was a sentimental ceremony for both students and Congressman Ruiz, who dedicated the award to his community. “Our collective hopes and dreams have become my own personal hopes and dreams. To be able
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Riverside County has reported a new confirmed case of MPX. The case was first reported as a suspected case on Nov. 3. It was officially confirmed on Nov. 22. Details on the patient were limited. Arballo confirmed the case was a male from the south county. It’s the first new confirmed case of MPX since
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A 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Joshua Tree on Friday. According to the USGS, the earthquake was recorded at approximately 3:58 p.m. M3.3 earthquake recorded near Joshua Tree.Did you feel any shaking? pic.twitter.com/AVGCAO57z1— Haley Clawson KESQ (@KESQHaley) December 9, 2023 Did you feel any shaking? Be the first to know when news breaks in Coachella
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