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Deputy charged in crash that killed a bicyclist in Palm Desert last year
A Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged for their alleged involvement in a crash that killed a bicyclist last year in Palm Desert. Deputy Christian J. Lopez was charged with one count of vehicular manslaughter, according to the criminal complaint. The Riverside County District Attorney’s office filed charges against Lopez on September 16, a
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California water leaders convene in Palm Desert
The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2024 Fall Conference & Expo is underway, bringing public water agency leaders from across the Golden State together. Presentations and panel discussions will focus on a variety of leading water issues, ranging from climate change impacts on water supplies to the latest in local groundwater management, developments in
Continue ReadingLa Quinta couple wins court case against city over trellis in their yard
A La Quinta couple says they spent three years fighting a code enforcement violation they received from the city. The violation stemmed from a trellis, a lattice structure that typically has plants or vines growing on it, that they built in their yard. They say they previously were granted permission to have the trellis on
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La Quinta prepares for Ironman 70.3 race changes after Indian Wells hosting split
Over $6 million are spent and 3,000 athletes flock to eastern Coachella Valley for the annual Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells – La Quinta Triathlon. But after this weekend’s race, the city of Indian Wells will split from hosting duties, following a 5-year partnership with the neighboring city. Earlier this week, La Quinta’s city council approved
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Indio gang member convicted in 2016 murder gets life sentence
A gang member convicted in the killing of a 22-year-old Indio man more than eight years ago was sentenced to life in prison today, following previous life sentences for four co-defendants. Miguel Cavazos, 44, of Indio, was previously found guilty of first- degree murder in October. He was identified as a potential participant in the
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Palm Springs hosting community meeting to address hate crime concerns
The city of Palm Springs will host a community meeting addressing concerns about potential hate crimes and inclusivity following the election. Residents are invited to attend the meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4:00 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center, room Oasis 3A. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. As
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PSUSD easing the burden of holiday stress through food programs, services and Community Giving Day
Palm Springs Unified School District is gifting presents and essentials to 104 families during its annual Community Giving Day on December 21st. Four families from each PSUSD school have been selected for special support, but all district students will have the opportunity to receive a gift as part of the event. 97% of PSUSD families
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Two injured after crash in Desert Hot Springs
Two people were injured after a crash in Desert Hot Springs Wednesday morning. The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 10:15 a.m. on Palm Drive and 20th Avenue. Firefighters arrived at the scene and found a person trapped in one of the vehicles. They were able to quickly extricate the patient, according to CAL FIRE.
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Ariana Grande to receive Rising Star Award at Palm Springs International Film Festival
Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global star Ariana Grande will receive the Rising Star Award at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival. Grande is being honored for her Universal Pictures’ Wicked, her first starring role in a major studio film. The Film Awards will take place on January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs
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Highs remain above normal all week
High pressure remains in place across the Desert Southwest through the weekend, providing us with warmer than normal conditions (yesterday: 84). Also, due to the prevailing atmospheric conditions, the South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a Mandatory “No-Burn” notice for today. Wood burning indoors and outdoors is banned in communities West of the
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Delays on Highway 74 as Caltrans seals section of road
Occasional traffic backups that began Tuesday, December 3rd on Highway 74 between Palm Desert and Mountain Center will be in effect until Thursday, December 5th. Caltrans is working on a crack seal operation along that stretch of the mountain highway, which is causing drivers some delays. Traffic speeds will continue to be slowed down as
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Cal State San Bernardino celebrates 50 years with Department of Nursing
Several students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered at the Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus today to celebrate CSUSB Department of Nursing’s 50th anniversary. The program’s many highlights, achievements and milestones over the past 50 years were reflected upon, and special recognition awards were presented to former department chairs to honor their leadership and dedication in
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Our Warm Weather Continues this Week With Above Average Temps and Dry Conditions for the Coachella Valley
The Coachella Valley and Palm Springs will experience warm and dry conditions through the weekend, with temperatures ranging 7 to 15 degrees above average. High pressure building aloft over Arizona and New Mexico will help maintain these above-average temperatures, with highs in the lower 80s expected on Friday and Saturday. As the overall flow begins
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Una organización del valle tendrá un evento cultural sobre prevención de la violencia doméstica
La organización El Sol NEC te invita a formar parte de este evento cultural único. Este es un evento de la comunidad y para la comunidad, donde juntos asumimos la responsabilidad de nuestra voz y nuestro rol. Su mensaje es claro: promover la prevención y construir relaciones saludables. Disfruta de las presentaciones del grupo intergeneracional
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Student Athlete of the Week – Jeremy Corona-Rodriguez
Indio guard Jeremy Corona-Rodriguez is this week’s student-athlete of the week. Jeremy Corona Rodriguez, or who the Rajahs call beast, lives up to the name on the football field and hardwood as, the transition to excel in both sports is quite simple for the senior guard. “I’ve always been ready for basketball,” Rodriguez said. “Football
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Indio launches traffic safety initiative, promoting responsible driving
The City of Indio and Indio Police Department announced the launch of “DRIVE SMART: Drive Safe, Arrive Safe,” a new initiative designed to improve traffic safety and create safer streets for all Indio residents and visitors. The program encourages the community to join in promoting safe and responsible driving, aimed to reduce traffic-related injuries and
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