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Car window smashed to save hot pooch at The Shops at Palm Desert
By Press Release | Jun 29, 2022
A recent incident in the Coachella Valley is a serious reminder to all pet owners: don’t leave your four-legged friends inside vehicles.
'An absolutely phenomenal tool': Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund could receive $15 million in proposed state budget
By Donna Rolando | Jun 28, 2022
The newly proposed state budget could see $15 million being allocated to the Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund, a community group that partners multiple nonprofits that works to enhance housing stability and create paths to “economic mobility for local residents,” the Desert Sun reported Monday.
Teen street gang member charged in Indio with illegal possession of two handguns
By Donna Rolando | Jun 23, 2022
The discovery of two handguns during a search in Indio led to charges against a 15-year-old documented criminal street gang member, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported.
Police investigate murder in Rancho Mirage, no suspect identified
By John Kelly | Jun 22, 2022
A 43-year-old man identified as Alejandro Suarez was killed in Rancho Mirage on June 16.
Coachella teen allegedly 'shot at workers in a field', charged with attempted murder
By Donna Rolando | Jun 21, 2022
A 19-year-old Coachella teenager was taken into custody and charged with attempted homicide for allegedly firing multiple shots at field workers on Friday morning, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
CCAT sting operation cites local businesses for: 'selling underage persons tobacco products'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 20, 2022
The Coachella Community Action Team (CCAT) conducted a sting operation on Friday to crack down on illegal sales of tobacco products, particularly to minors.
Riverside County Sheriff's Department recovers $10,000 worth of stolen merchandise: 'similar thefts reported'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 16, 2022
An investigation into a grand theft incident has led to the arrest of a 28-year-old Desert Hot Springs man and the recovery of $10,000 worth of stolen merchandise, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Palm Springs mayor invited to White House's Pride Month celebration: 'a wonderful birthday present'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 14, 2022
Palm Springs Mayor Lisa Middleton has been invited by President Biden to attend the White House's annual Pride Month celebration on June 15.
Riverside County Sheriff's Department deploys SWAT Team assisted in arrest of Coachella shooting suspect 'without incident'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 13, 2022
A 20-year-old Coachella man has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly firing multiple shots with a sawed off shotgun June 10 at a victim who escaped harm.
Two Indio teens arrested during investigation into Bermuda Dunes armed robbery
By Donna Rolando | Jun 13, 2022
The Coachella Valley Violent Crime Gang Task Force investigated an armed robbery in Bermuda Dunes and arrested two Indio teenagers, one a known criminal street gang member, authorities said.
Illegal fireworks targeted in Riverside County: 'Zero tolerance' cited
By Donna Rolando | Jun 11, 2022
In a unanimous vote by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, the Riverside County Fire Department was granted $100,000 for an action plan that cracks down on illegal fireworks use and provides alternative options.
Palm Springs man who 'intentionally' rammed vehicles charged with attempted murder
By Donna Rolando | Jun 9, 2022
Palm Springs Police Department has identified and arrested a man for allegedly ramming his silver Lexus into other vehicles on Monday night.
First phase of 'Operation Clean Streets' in downtown Palm Springs leads to 12 arrests
By Donna Rolando | Jun 8, 2022
The Palm Springs Police Department has embarked on the first phase of Operation Clean Streets, a multi-agency, comprehensive approach toward fighting crime in downtown Palm Springs.
MSWD's Champion on stepped up water restrictions: 'We have a variety of conservation programs, including rebates'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 8, 2022
The Mission Springs Water District (MSWD) upgraded water demand restrictions to Level 2 in light of California's intensifying drought conditions.
Cal Fire performs 'hoist rescue' of injured hiker on Bump and Grind Trail in Palm Desert
By Donna Rolando | Jun 7, 2022
Cal Fire performed a remote-area rescue Monday night for a stranded and injured hiker on the challenging Bump and Grind Trail outside of Palm Desert.
Firefighters respond to growing vegetation fire in Thermal: 'longer wildfire seasons' anticipated in state
By Donna Rolando | Jun 7, 2022
As a growing fire engulfed approximately 84 acres of land in Thermal, the Riverside County Fire Department continued to battle the flames on Monday, amid warnings about drought conditions heightening fire danger in the state.
Victim in Coachella shooting identified as local resident; investigation is 'ongoing'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 6, 2022
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department has identified the victim of a shooting that took place near a Coachella middle school on June 2.
California moves into Level 2 of Water Shortage Contingency Plans this month: 'make every drop count'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 4, 2022
As drought conditions intensify especially in Southern California, that state has put into effect strict emergency conservation measures.
Man charged in shooting over cell phone in the City of Perris: 'fired one 9mm round'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 4, 2022
Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department recently arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly firing a 9mm round into a vehicle where his friend's missing phone was located.
Riverside County Sheriff's Department on strip-mall shooter: 'The investigation remains open'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 4, 2022
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported a breakthrough in the Perris strip mall shooting in December that left a 29-year-old man dead from multiple gunshot wounds.