Coachella Valley Times Reports News
Chief Paul Alvarado: "We want to avoid swift water rescues, which put the lives of both drivers and public safety at risk."
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 18, 2023
The City of Palm Springs issued a community advisory on August 17 in preparation for potential impacts of Hurricane Hilary, expected to hit Coachella Valley Friday.
Sgt. Milbrandt: "Alvarez was booked into the John Benoit Detention Center for multiple felony sexual assault charges against a minor."
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 18, 2023
Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department arrested a Rancho Mirage man on August 16 for multiple felony sexual assault charges against a minor.
PSPD: 'The circumstances surrounding what led to the shooting are still under investigation'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 18, 2023
Palm Springs Police Department recently opened an investigation into an attempted robbery of a jewelry store in downtown Palm Springs.
Ruiz: 'The Department of Justice is finally engaged with holding the Oasis Mobile Home owners accountable'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 17, 2023
The U.S. Department of Justice, on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, filed a lawsuit against the owners of the Oasis Mobile Home Park over safe drinking water violations.
Weiser: 'We mourn the loss of Division Chief Josh Bischof, Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez and pilot Tony Sousa'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 17, 2023
Information regarding memorial services for CAL Fire/Riverside County Fire Department members, Fire Captain Tim Rodriguez, Assistant Chief Josh Bischof and pilot Tony Sousa have been shared.
CDMoD: 'We are thrilled to announce our official reopening date for The Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 17, 2023
The Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert (CDMoD) is officially reopening their doors March 25, 2024.
Newsom: 'California stands with the people of Maui and all the Hawaiians amid these horrific wildfires'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 11, 2023
Gov. Gavin Newsom deployed specialized team members from firefighting personnel in Oakland, Sacramento and Riverside Counties to search and rescue efforts in Maui, Hawaii, according to a press release.
Riverside County sheriff: 'Deputies responded to the report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian hit-and-run traffic collision'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 11, 2023
Riverside County Sheriff's Palm Desert Traffic Collision Reconstruction Team is investigating a hit-and-run incident that killed an unidentified pedestrian in Palm Desert Wednesday evening.
CCPD on recent homicide arrests: 'Detectives are actively working leads in this case'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 9, 2023
The Cathedral City Police Department arrested two men after a shooting occurred inside a Cathedral City Applebee's, resulting in the death of 31-year-old Ernesto Lazcano Arroyo, a press release reported.
Biden: 'Jill and I send our deepest condolences to the families of the helicopter pilot, and the brave California firefighters, who tragically lost their lives'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 9, 2023
President Joe Biden recently issued a statement expressing condolences to the families of the three Cabazon firefighters who lost their lives in a helicopter crash while responding to the Broadway Fire on Aug. 6.
PSPD on late-night shooting: 'Officers are currently working to determine the motive'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 8, 2023
Palm Springs Police are investigating the motive behind a late-night shooting that recently left two people injured with non-life-threatening wounds.
Congressman Ken Calvert announces new federal funding for 'local and regional transportation projects'
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 8, 2023
$23.8 million in federal funding could soon be headed towards local and regional transportation projects in California's 41st House District as part of the 2024 Fiscal Year Transportation, HUD Appropriations bill, according to Congressman Ken Calvert (R-CA).
DAP Health CEO: 'It’s an honor to unite Borrego Health and DAP Health’s missions'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 7, 2023
DAP Health announced on July 31 that its acquisition of Borrego Health’s assets has been approved by the Bankruptcy Court and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The two healthcare systems will now operate as one integrated system.
Calvert on military construction bill: 'Our region will continue to play an integral role in our national security'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 7, 2023
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) has joined in endorsing a military construction and Veterans Affairs appropriations bill that promises growth at the March Air Reserve Base. Calvert contributed to the measure's recent passage in the House with a majority vote of 219 to 211.
Palm Springs Animal Shelter to host adoption event
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 7, 2023
The Palm Springs Animal Shelter is organizing an adoption event called "Clear the Shelters" to tackle challenges they are facing with over-capacity.
LifeStream Blood Bank: 'Platelet donors are urgently needed'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 7, 2023
LifeStream Blood Bank is in urgent need of blood and platelet donations, according to a post on its Facebook page.
Coachella Valley Repertory announces auditions for 'OPHELIA LIVES!'
By David Hutton | Aug 7, 2023
The Coachella Valley Repertory (CVRep) has announced auditions for a new production it will stage this fall, according to a news release, and it is encouraging young adults to come to open auditions and try out for a role in the play, a spin on a classic play.
Two suspects have been arrested in a 2018 Cathedral City murder and are being held on $1 million bail
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 2, 2023
Two suspects were arrested for connections to the 2018 murder of Ramon Diaz of Cathedral City, Cathedral City Police Department (CCPD) reported.
Rep. Calvert: 'Riverside County continues to be one of the fastest growing regions in the state and country, which is why we need additional resources to build long-overdue infrastructure projects for our residents'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 1, 2023
Last week, Congressman Ken Calvert (R-CA) announced that he successfully obtained $23.8 million in federal funds to support a variety of local and regional transportation projects. According to a release on his website, the projects would be for the Fiscal Year 2024, HUD Appropriations bill.
Palm Springs Air Museum documentary selected for LA Film and SoCal Film awards
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Aug 1, 2023
Palm Springs Air Museum's "Women In Aviation" documentary has been designated an Official Selection for the LA Film Awards and the SoCal Film Awards, while also receiving the Impact DOCS Award of Excellence.