News from July 2025
House passes bill to establish unique zip code for Eastvale
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 22, 2025
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 672, a bill that mandates the U.S. Postal Service to assign a unique ZIP Code for Eastvale and other communities nationwide.
Calvert announces $67M allocation for local infrastructure projects
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 22, 2025
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert announced that over $67 million has been allocated for infrastructure projects in the 41st Congressional District.
Arrest made in Hemet homicide investigation after six-month probe
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 20, 2025
After a six-month investigation, the Riverside Sheriff’s Central Homicide Unit, with help from the Riverside County District Attorney Office Gang Impact Team, has arrested 25-year-old Johnathen Amezola of Hemet.
Riverside County Sheriff's Office concludes Jeff Sperbeck's death was accidental
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 19, 2025
Following a comprehensive investigation into the death of Jeff Sperbeck, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office has concluded that the incident was a tragic accident.
House passes fiscal year 2026 defense appropriations act
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 18, 2025
Today, the House of Representatives approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act with a vote of 221 to 209.
Riverside County Sheriff announces DUI patrols in Palm Desert
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, Palm Desert Station, will conduct DUI patrols on Friday, July 18th.
DUI patrols scheduled in Palm Desert by Riverside County Sheriff's Office
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office will conduct DUI patrols in Palm Desert on Friday, July 11th.
Shooting in Coachella leads to murder charge for local resident
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
On July 7, 2025, deputies from the Thermal Sheriff's Station responded to an assault with a deadly weapon in Coachella.
Coachella Valley Firebirds announce schedule for 2025-26 regular season
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
The Coachella Valley Firebirds have released their regular season schedule for the 2025-26 season.
Deputies conduct successful retail theft operation in Perris
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
On July 10, 2025, deputies from the Perris Sheriff’s Station Special Enforcement Team and Robbery Burglary Suppression Team conducted a retail theft operation on Case Road in Perris.
Man dies after incident on I-10 Freeway near Cathedral City
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
Francisco Sicairos Leon, a 58-year-old resident of Desert Hot Springs, California, has been identified as the deceased in a recent incident.
Miguel Macias identified in fatal incident on I-10 Freeway
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
Macias, Miguel, a 49-year-old male resident of Santa Ana, California, has been identified in the coroner's file #2025-05491.
Governor Newsom signs bills altering CEQA application for urban housing
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
A series of budget-related bills, aimed at altering the application of environmental laws to certain housing types in urban areas, was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom last week.
Community Associations Institute Coachella Valley Chapter announces CAM Day 2025
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
Calling all community association managers!
Phaedra Norton joins SBEMP Attorneys enhancing municipal law capabilities
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
SBEMP Attorneys has announced the addition of Phaedra Norton, Esq., to its Public Agency and Municipal Law Department as an Of Counsel attorney.
Coachella Valley Repertory announces diverse lineup for its upcoming theater season
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
Coachella Valley Repertory has announced its 2025-2026 season lineup, featuring the regional premiere of "Dear Evan Hansen," which will run from December 3 to December 21, 2025.
Calvert's conservation bill gains approval from House committee
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 15, 2025
Today, the House Natural Resources Committee gave its approval to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act, known as H.R.831.
Death investigation underway after altercation in Glen Ivy area
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 13, 2025
On July 13, 2025, deputies from the Lake Mathews Sheriff's Station responded to a report of a physical altercation at a business in the Glen Ivy area of Corona.
Coachella Valley Horse Rescue announces summer pony camp for kids
By Coachella Valley Times | Jul 12, 2025
Coachella Valley Horse Rescue (CVHR) has announced a summer Pony Camp for children aged 7 to 15, providing hands-on experiences in horse care, grooming, safety, riding lessons, and related activities.