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GCVCC honors local businesses at annual awards dinner

The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its Annual Installation and Business Awards Dinner, celebrating local businesses and community leaders.

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Hemet resident dies following incident investigated by California Highway Patrol

The California Highway Patrol-San Gorgonio Office is investigating the death of Christopher Shick, a 33-year-old resident of Hemet, California.

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Teenager dies in Woodcrest accident; CHP investigates

The California Highway Patrol is investigating the death of a 14-year-old boy, Gavin Carrillo, who passed away on June 12, 2025.


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House passes bipartisan bill restricting foreign ownership of US ports

Today, the House of Representatives unanimously passed the Secure Our Ports Act of 2025, H.R. 252.


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Riverside County Sheriff outlines protest policy amid Los Angeles situation

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is closely monitoring the situation in Los Angeles.


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Riverside County Sheriff monitors Los Angeles protests and warns against illegal activities

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is monitoring the protests occurring in Los Angeles.


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Man arrested in Blythe for drug charges and resisting arrest

On June 6, 2025, deputies from the Colorado River Station Special Enforcement Team were in Blythe when they identified a man known to them.


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Retail theft operation leads to arrests in Perris

On June 5, 2025, deputies from the Perris Sheriff's Station Special Enforcement Team and Burglary Robbery Suppression Team conducted a retail theft operation in collaboration with Loss Prevention personnel.


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La Quinta traffic team targets intersection safety with focused operation

The La Quinta Traffic Team recently executed a traffic operation in the City of La Quinta with the objective of enhancing safety at intersections.


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Death of Gregory Lee Jacques under investigation by California Highway Patrol

Gregory Lee Jacques, a 54-year-old male from Pico Rivera, California, was found deceased on June 5, 2025.


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California Highway Patrol investigates fatal incident on I-215 in Murrieta

A male adult was pronounced dead on June 5, 2025, following an incident on the southbound I-215 approximately 1100 feet north of Clinton Keith Road in Murrieta, California.


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Palm Springs Airport launches website for tracking development projects

Big changes are underway at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), and a new online platform, Progress PSP, has been introduced to keep travelers and community members informed about these developments.


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George Letts found dead near I-10; investigation underway

The California Highway Patrol – San Gorgonio is investigating the death of George Letts, a 75-year-old resident of Oro Valley, Arizona. Mr. Letts was found deceased on June 3, 2025, at approximately 6:30 AM on a dirt embankment eastbound on...


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Augustine Casino names Rivera and Villanueva as top employees for 2024

Augustine Casino has announced its 2024 Team Member and Leader of the Year.


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Cactus Cup returns in January with top college hockey teams

The Second Annual Cactus Cup, presented by Sonoma County Winegrowers, is set to return to Acrisure Arena.


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Green Horizons partners with Tommy Hilfiger for new cannabis venture

Green Horizons, a cannabis cultivation company, has established its operations in Coachella, California.


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CSUSB Palm Desert receives grant for Nursing Street Medicine Program expansion

California State University, San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus has received a grant from the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation to support its Nursing Street Medicine Program.


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Palm Springs airport boosts regional economy with $2.5 billion impact

A recent economic study highlights the significant role Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) plays in the Coachella Valley's economy.


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Riverside County Sheriff announces DUI enforcement operation in Eastvale

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office is set to conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) saturation enforcement operation in Eastvale, California.


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Art Major announces summer craft camp for kids

Summer Craft Camp at Art Major offers children a creative space to explore and engage in artistic activities.