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Explaining the mysterious drone sightings from Riverside County to east coast
Meanwhile the Department of Homeland Security and federal Bureau of Investigation continue to press there is no evidence of reported drone sightings posing a national security or public safety threat from a foreign nexus. Despite that, the FBI and DHS are deploying drone detection technology and infrared cameras to probe whether the drones flying over
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Riverside County Sheriff’s Office hosts annual Blue Light Ceremony in Rancho Mirage
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual Blue Light Ceremony to pay tribute to the 75 fallen peace officers across Riverside County according to the department. Organizers said it’s to remember and reflect upon the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their community. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco
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Drone Laws: What drone owners should know before taking flight
A number of residents are reporting that they’ve seen what look to be drones in different areas over the Coachella Valley. News Channel 3 has received a number of photos and videos. Skip Fredricks, drone program professor at Grossmont College, says there are strict regulations on drones and this minimizes any misuse. “A lot of
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California offering $2,000 e-bike incentive, here’s how you can claim it
Beginning on December 18th, the state of California is offering residents a monetary incentive to buy an e-bike. The California E-bike Incentive Project, launched by the California Air Resources Board, was created to lower cost barriers to a technology that can replace cars, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower transportation costs. Bryan Newman, Owner of Pedego
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Teacher and a teenage student killed in a shooting at a Christian school in Wisconsin
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A 15-year-old student killed a teacher and another teenager with a handgun Monday at a Christian school in Wisconsin, terrifying classmates including a second grader who made the 911 call that sent dozens of police officers rushing to the small school just a week before its Christmas break. The
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Crash involving bus slows traffic on Interstate 10 near Haugen Lehmann
A bus was involved in a crash on the eastbound side of Interstate 10 near the Haugen Lehmann Monday afternoon. The crash was reported at around 3:00 p.m. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was between a charter bus with multiple passengers and two vehicles. CHP spokesperson Officer Jonathan Torres said the there
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Warming up in the week ahead as another pleasant weekend wraps up
A mild Sunday with plentiful sunshine here in the desert is coming to a close! We are also well into the warming trend that will likely bring highs back to the 80s this week. The upper level clouds we were tracking yesterday and overnight have given way to clear skies this afternoon. Drier air has
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Firebirds extend win streak to 2 after 4-2 win over Wranglers
The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Calgary Wranglers 4-2 on Sunday at Acrisure Arena. The Firebirds wasted no time to get on the board first. Ben Meyers went five hole and scored the loan goal in the opening period. YEAH BEN pic.twitter.com/iJ80s9ndGE— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) December 15, 2024 In the second period, both teams
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Are Palm Springs businesses feeling the holiday rush or a seasonal slump?
With the holidays approaching, downtown Palm Springs businesses are gauging whether they’ll meet their sales goals for the season. National forecasts predict steady growth in retail shopping for the 2024 holiday season. Total holiday sales are expected to increase between 2.5% and 3.5% compared to 2023, reaching $979.5 billion to $989 billion according to the
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Tracking a beautiful weekend as temperatures gradually warm
It is predominantly clear this morning with the exception of a few upper-level clouds passing overhead. We are tracking fewer of those clouds right now, closer to sunrise. Skies will stay predominantly clear across the Coachella Valley today. Looking at the temperature outlook, we can see a lot of warm colors over the west coast.
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Some clouds and a breeze this weekend with more warmth on the way
There’s a slight breeze and some clouds above the Coachella Valley this afternoon. More clouds will move in overnight, but they should continue to decrease through tomorrow afternoon. Storm systems continue to impact Northern California, but they’re staying to our north. The only impacts we’re seeing are some additional atmospheric moisture and slightly breezy conditions.
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Firebirds defeat Pacific Division leading Wranglers 3-1 after losing three straight games
The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Calgary Wranglers 3-1 on Saturday at Acrisure Arena. Wow. The Firebirds get back in the win column after defeating the Pacific Division and Western Conference leading Wranglers 3-1. We’ll have to see if the birds can sweep the weekend series. @KESQ @BlakeArthur24— Kenji Ito (@KenjiitoKESQ) December 15, 2024 The
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Wreaths Across America pays tribute to veterans at Desert Memorial Park
Today marks Wreaths Across America Day. The organization’s mission is to honor those who served in the U.S. military, dating back to the Revolutionary War all the way to present-day conflicts. The organization hopes to lay over 2 million wreaths at over 4,600 locations, including here in the Coachella Valley. Volunteers decorated grave sites with
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Thermal begins historic construction on first community park
On Saturday, Riverside County along with the Desert Recreation District held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Thermal Community Park, which will be the very first park in Thermal. The county helped move the future park forward by donating land and Supervisor v. Manuel Perez stepping up to provide $4.5 million to fund the park. The
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Coachella Valley Housing Coalition gets funds for new affordable housing in Indio
Two new affordable housing projects will be coming to the Coachella Valley. The Coachella Valley Housing Coalition announced multi-million dollar funding for new homes in Indio on Thursday. The projects, a 100-unit JFM Villas Family Apartments and a 50-unit JFM Villas Senior Apartments, are slated to be built near Van Buren Street and Dr. Carreon Boulevard. Amenities
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Charge downgraded against 21-Year-Old accused of shooting at two teens in Coachella
An attempted murder charge was downgraded to a felony count of assault with a gun for a 21-year-old suspect previously accused of shooting at two Coachella teenagers, authorities said today. Salomon “Bookie” Cruz-Rodriguez Jr. had been accused of attempted murder in connection with a parking lot shooting on Feb. 17, 2023, according to a declaration
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Closing statements set in trial of trio accused of killing man over fake rape
Closing statements are scheduled Monday in the trial of a woman, her father and boyfriend accused of luring a 29-year-old man to a Cathedral City park for an ambush that led to him being stabbed 30 times because the woman falsely claimed he had raped her. Rena Lizette Alaniz, 24, of Thousand Palms, Carlos Antonio
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New holiday tradition ‘A Very Merry-Lyn Christmas’ coming to Palm Springs
A new holiday tradition, “A Very Merry-Lyn Christmas,” will light up Palm Springs from December 13-15. Organizers are promising 3 nights of musical festivities. The event, presented by Musical Theatre University in partnership with the Palm Springs Unified School District and the City of Palm Springs, will feature nightly performances of holiday classics and beloved
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