Donna Rolando News
City of Palm Springs has partnered with GT Molecular to monitor city wastewater for monkeypox: 'recent testing has confirmed the detection'
By Donna Rolando | Sep 1, 2022
Using knowledge to fight a growing threat, the City of Palm Springs has teamed up with GT Molecular to monitor city wastewater for monkeypox, according to a recent Tweet.
Riverside County coroner's office identifies victim of 'suspicious death' in Indio
By Donna Rolando | Aug 28, 2022
The Indio Police Department (IPD) welcomes clues from the public for their ongoing investigation into a suspicious death.
Two-car crash in Indio causes 'major injuries,' traps victim in vehicle
By Donna Rolando | Aug 27, 2022
A two-car collision in Indio early Monday morning injured three people, Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department said on Twitter.
Female victim in 31-year-old Riverside County cold case identified through 'forensic genealogy investigation'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 27, 2022
The Riverside County Regional Cold Case Homicide Team identified the remains of a 31-year-old cold case victim thanks to the use of forensic genealogy.
California's Ruiz urges president to invoke Defense Production Act to 'protect our communities' from monkeypox
By Donna Rolando | Aug 26, 2022
U.S. Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-Calif.) said in a recent tweet that he is beseeching President Joe Biden to invoke the Defense Production Act to ensure the availability of more monkeypox vaccines. Riverside County health officials reported five new confirmed cases on Monday.
Palm Desert's COD hires Booker to coach women's basketball team
By Donna Rolando | Aug 25, 2022
The College of the Desert women's basketball team recently hired Cortney Booker to coach the Roadrunners, tapping into his record of success both on and off the court.
Palm Desert accused jewelry thief apprehended after helicopter search; $45K worth of jewelry 'found on the suspect'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 25, 2022
A Palm Desert jewelry store was robbed by a man pretending to be a customer, but Riverside County Sheriff's Department recovered the $45K in stolen jewelry and landed a Los Angeles suspect behind bars.
Palm Springs expands monkeypox monitoring for 'rapid detection in wastewater'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 25, 2022
As California tops the nation in the number of MPX (monkeypox) cases, GT Molecular and the City of Palm Springs are fighting back by extending their partnership to help track the prevalence of the virus.
Desert Hot Springs police charge local man after child pornography investigation
By Donna Rolando | Aug 21, 2022
Following a search of his home on Tuesday, a Desert Hot Springs man was charged as part of an investigation into the distribution of child porn, the city's police department reported on Facebook.
Riverside and San Bernardino public health team up to host 'Home Run for Health'; event returns after two-year hiatus
By Donna Rolando | Aug 20, 2022
Riverside University Health System and San Bernardino County Public Health are collaborating on "Home Run for Health," back after two years of COVID delays.
Two suspects arrested, 'nine victims identified' in Rancho Mirage mail theft
By Donna Rolando | Aug 20, 2022
An investigation by the Rancho Mirage Special Enforcement Team into multiple incidents of mail theft in Rancho Mirage led to the recent arrest of two suspects from that city.
Palm Desert burglary suspect taken into custody after he 'refused to exit'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 19, 2022
A Palm Desert man suspected in a residential burglary refused to leave his home for hours prior to his arrest "despite numerous commands by law enforcement," the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Coachella Valley Realtor explains market conditions: 'What we are seeing is a plateau of home prices'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 18, 2022
Home sales in Coachella Valley are on the decline, the downturn caused by a seasonal trend and the challenge of a record-low inventory.
Palm Desert traffic collision leaves one motorcyclist dead, cause 'still under investigation'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 18, 2022
A traffic collision in Palm Desert on Monday morning resulted in the death of a 29-year-old male motorcyclist who has not yet been identified.
Hawkins looks at the big picture, from border fallout to 'out-of-control inflation' as he runs for U.S. House
By Donna Rolando | Aug 17, 2022
Pastor Brian Hawkins, GOP candidate for U.S. House District 25, is envisioning safer neighborhoods, safer lives and an economy that doesn't oppress citizens in Coachella Valley.
Man arrested, out on bail, following SWAT standoff in Palm Desert: 'No intent to peacefully exit'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 16, 2022
A 42-year-old Palm Desert man is out on bail after allegedly assaulting one of his neighbors and refusing to surrender to a SWAT team for hours Saturday morning, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
California's new NEM 3.0 policy: 'The proposed changes are all over the map'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 16, 2022
Those contemplating solar energy as a way to fight record inflation could find their savings greatly diminished if a proposed net metering policy (NEM) takes effect.
'Hilarious and beloved performer' Teddy Ray dies at 32
By Donna Rolando | Aug 15, 2022
Comedian Theodore "Teddy Ray" Brown died Friday at the age of 32 at a private residence in Rancho Mirage, a coroner's report said.
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Co. ordered to pay $535K for 'environmental violations'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 14, 2022
A lawsuit against The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company in California was settled recently.
Rancho Mirage Special Enforcement Team arrests Cathedral City man in connection with burglaries: 'Zero tolerance.'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 13, 2022
Investigators from the Rancho Mirage Special Enforcement Team made an arrest on Monday following an investigation into four burglaries that occurred in Rancho Mirage last month.