Victims of Desert Shores fire mourned, cause of deadly blaze still unconfirmed
The Imperial County Fire department says the fire destroyed several homes, displacing 5 families.
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‘All four were executed’: Prosecution shares new details in Palm Springs quadruple murder case
Opening statements began on Monday in the Palm Springs quadruple murder case. Jose Larin-Garcia, a Cathedral City man, is accused of killing four people (ages 17-25) on February 3rd, 2019. “You will learn that Jose Vladimir Larin Garcia is the executioner,” said Samantha Paixao, Deputy District Attorney, Riverside County, addressing the jury in court. Victims
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JFK Memorial Hospital’s infectious disease physician discusses the Omicron variant
Dr. Kinji Hawthorne, JFK Memorial Hospital’s infectious-disease physician, joined News Channel 3’s Peter Daut to discuss the omicron variant
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Yucca Valley man accused of impersonating police officer, attempting to pull someone over
A man was arrested after deputies allegedly spotted him impersonating a police officer and attempt to stop a vehicle in Yucca Valley. The incident happened on Onaga Trail and Church Street on Tuesday, Nov. 23. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Dept., deputies from the Multiple Enforcement Team saw a black Dodge Charger with
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Omicron variant isn’t detected in Riverside County, but health officials say they are now watching for it
What is the Omicron variant? According to the World Health Organization, it was first detected in South Africa and has prompted another round of travel restrictions across the world. Jose Arballo Jr., from the Riverside University Health System, said “As everyone knows, we have no cases in Riverside County and none in California. How long that is
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Morongo Casino seeks to fill 200 spots during fall hiring fair
The Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon will host a fall job recruitment fair Wednesday, with on-the-spot offers as the venue seeks to fill more than 200 positions. The hiring event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the resort’s Grand Ballroom. Officials said the goal is to fill a variety of
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Woman accused of stealing vehicle with Desert Hot Springs toddler inside pleads not guilty
A convicted felon accused of stealing a vehicle with a toddler inside in Desert Hot Springs re-entered a not guilty plea on the charges today. Yadira Dolores Flores, 32, of Desert Hot Springs, is charged with kidnapping, wilful child cruelty, vehicle theft, receiving a stolen vehicle and sentence-enhancing allegations of committing an auto theft with
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Anza murder suspect arrested in Northern California after month-long manhunt
A man accused of murder has been arrested following a month-long manhunt. Benjamin Franklin Winkle, 36, is suspected in the murder of Michael Mendoza, 37, on Oct. 6, 2021, at a residence in the 61200 block of Indian Paint Brush Rd in Anza. Details on the homicide remain limited. Deputies from the Hemet Station originally
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Corey Seager signs 10-year, $325M with the Texas Rangers
All-star shortstop Corey Seager is leaving the Los Angeles Dodgers. ESPN’s Jeff Passon reports that Seager is signing a 10-year, $325 million contract with the Texas Rangers. BREAKING: Star shortstop Corey Seager and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a 10-year, $325 million deal, sources familiar with the situation tell ESPN.— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan)
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Palm Springs International Airport hosting job fair on Tuesday to fill nearly 100 positions
A job fair to fill roughly 100 positions at the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) will be held tomorrow. PSP will host the job fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros. More than a dozen companies are looking to fill about 100 positions at
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Coachella Valley celebrates first night of Hanukkah
It’s the first night of Hanukkah! A big celebration took place Sunday night at The River in Rancho Mirage, organized by The Chabad of Rancho Mirage. They kicked off the night by lighting the first candle on the menorah. There was hot chocolate, latkes, donuts and music for all to enjoy. They also the honored
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Traffic collision near Chiriaco Summit leaves 2 pediatric patients with serious injuries
At approximately 11:41 pm, two vehicles collided near the WB I-10 on ramp. 4 people were injured in the crash, 2 adults and 2 children. Cal Fire requested 2 air ambulances be sent to the scene. It is unknown if traffic is being affected. We will update with more information as we receive it.
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Expect higher prices for Christmas trees this year
Supply chain issues continue to affect almost every part of our lives and now, it is reaching our holiday traditions. So if you’re looking for the perfect natural Christmas tree, this is not the year to look for it last minute. The American Christmas Tree Association said price increases and low supply are because of
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5 injured in 7 vehicle crash in Indio
5 people have been transported to the hospital after being involved in a 7 vehicle crash in Indio, according to CAL FIRE. The traffic collision occurred a little after 5:30 p.m. on Clinton Street and Miles Avenue. Map of multi-vehicle crash in Indio Officials said on Twitter that two people suffered serious injuries, one person
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3 killed after fire destroys five Desert Shores homes
Firefighters were at the scene of a fire that took the lives of three people and destroyed multiple homes Friday afternoon in Desert Shores. The fire happened within the Desert Shores Trailer Park near the Salton Sea in Imperial County. It was initially reported at around 8:30 a.m. Friday with one mobile home engulfed in
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Family members of man injured in Palm Springs Thanksgiving shooting speak out
A man shot in Palm Springs on Thanksgiving night is recovering and expected to survive. Palm Springs Police confirmed Friday morning, that just after 10:00 Thursday night, the victim left his daughter’s house and began driving on Granada Avenue from Palm Vista. Police say as the man drove past a group of people standing on
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Demand for testing increases as people visit loved ones for Thanksgiving
Here at home, demand for testing is high as people are visiting loved ones for the holiday. COVID Clinic, a pop-up testing site located in a parking lot off Highway 111 in Palm Desert, has been especially busy this week. They offer a variety of tests, including rapid PCR and antigen tests. “People just want
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Local tennis star Desirae Krawczyk thankful for career-best season
Local tennis star Desirae Krawczyk was back home this week taking part in world team tennis at Indian Wells. And given that it’s the week of Thanksgiving, she’s the perfect person to profile. They say gratitude is the best attitude. That’s Desirae Krawczyk, genuinely happy and thankful, appreciative for what’s been the most successful season
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Three injured in Thermal crash, Harrison St shut down between Ave 61 & 62
Three people were rushed to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash Friday evening in Thermal. The crash happed at approximately 5:07 p.m. on Harrison Street and Avenue 61. Cal Fire confirmed that patients were extricated from at least one of the vehicles. Two people suffered serious injuries while another sustained moderate. The California Highway Patrol
Continue ReadingBiden restricts travel from South Africa and seven other countries starting Monday
CNN By Kaitlan Collins, CNN President Joe Biden announced Friday the US will restrict travel from South Africa and seven other countries starting Monday as a new coronavirus variant has emerged. Acting on advice from the nation’s top infectious diseases expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Biden
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