News from August 2022
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.
NHORA Coachella Valley Chapter board of directors
By Press release submission | Aug 19, 2022
Proudly representing our culture and serving our community.
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.
Renova Energy official: 'Utilities have been misleading consumers'
By Lucas Nava | Aug 16, 2022
A final decision regarding the California Public Utility Commission's net energy metering 3.0 policy is expected to be made this month.
Renova Energy recognized as No. 5 solar contractor in California
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 16, 2022
Renova Energy Corporation had earned the No. 5 rank for rooftop installers in California and the No. 22 rank in the U.S. on the 2022 Top Solar Contractors list by industry magazine Solar Power World.
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.
Calvert votes against Inflation Reduction Act: ‘It’s a terrible idea to spend an additional $728 billion when we’re experiencing the highest inflation rates in 40 years’
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 16, 2022
Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona), one of the longest-serving members of Congress, voted against the Inflation Reduction Act which includes $728 billion in inflationary spending and tax increases totaling $614 billion.
CVRM Outreach Team seeking donations
By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022
The heat is here and we are in need of water bottles and hygiene products.
'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.
'Doing nothing': Democrat's recently passed wildfire, drought bill won't help, long-serving congressman from Corona says
By Karen Kidd | Aug 15, 2022
U.S. House Democrats passed wildfire and drought legislation earlier this month over the the strong objections of a longtime congressman from wildfire-plagued California
Coachella Valley Community Health Center, officially opening next week, aims at 'improving the health of the underserved,' interim exec says
By Karen Kidd | Aug 15, 2022
Next week's ribbon-cutting ceremony at Borrego Health's Coachella Valley Community Health Center will mark a milestone toward removing "fundamental barriers to care" for the area's underserved, an interim executive said in a news release
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.
'Biblical Citizenship in Modern America ' class available at The Garden Fellowship
By Donna Rolando | Aug 13, 2022
Faith and Cultural Impact Ministry (FCIM) is hosting an eight-week course from Patriot Academy titled "Biblical Citizenship in Modern America" at The Garden Fellowship.
Riverside County deputies remind parents and residents to 'be patient and stay safe as children are getting to and from school'
By Donna Rolando | Aug 12, 2022
August is "Back to School Safety Month," an opportunity for the Riverside County Sheriff's Department to remind residents and parents about the need to drive safely and use extra caution in school zones.