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CSUSB Palm Desert holds pinning ceremony for graduating nurses
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus recently held a pinning ceremony for its graduating nursing students. The event also recognized one Master in Science in Nursing (MSN) student and five RN to BSN students. Faculty from the Department of Nursing presented the graduates with nursing pins, while family, friends, and various CSUSB faculty, staff, and administrators attended.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway offers special menu for restaurant week
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
Enjoy panoramic views of the Coachella Valley from Peaks Restaurant
IID launches grant program for tree planting in public spaces
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) has announced the launch of a grant program aimed at funding tree-planting projects in public spaces. The Public Green Space Grant Program is open to cities, counties, special districts, nonprofits, and community-based organizations. This initiative seeks to mitigate urban heat, reduce temperatures, and enhance local communities.
United launches nonstop flights between Palm Springs International Airport and Washington Dulles
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
United Airlines will launch new nonstop flights this winter between Palm Springs International Airport in Palm Springs, California, and Washington Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C. United will operate one daily flight starting December 19, running through April 30, 2025.
Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival announces cast for upcoming performances
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
Palm Springs, CA – May 21, 2024: The Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival (PSYPF) has announced the selection of cast members for the three plays to be presented at the upcoming festival. The event will take place at the Palm Springs Cultural Center on June 9, 2024, at 12 PM. This annual festival will feature original plays by three local students performed as staged readings with professional actors and directors. Attendance is free, but reservations are required. More information can be found at psypf.org.
Groundbreaking set for $25M mixed-use complex in downtown Indio
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
Statewide Services to Break Ground On $25,000,000 Mixed-Use Apartment Complex In Downtown Indio On Thursday, May 30th
Deadline nears for Morongo Band nonprofits seeking SBA disaster loans
By Coachella Valley Times | May 21, 2024
Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration (SBA), has reminded private nonprofit organizations within the Morongo Band of Mission Indians that the deadline to apply for SBA federal disaster loans is June 18. These loans are intended to address property damage resulting from severe storms and flooding that occurred between January 31 and February 9.
House passes act mandating delivery of defense weapons for Israeli security
By Coachella Valley Times | May 16, 2024
The House of Representatives has approved the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, H.R. 8369, with a vote of 224 to 187. The bill was introduced by Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41), Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, and cosponsored by Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), and Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee Chairman David Joyce (R-OH). The legislation mandates the delivery of defense weapons to Israel.
Palm Springs invites residents to explore history of Section 14 online
By Coachella Valley Times | May 16, 2024
The City of Palm Springs is encouraging residents and stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of the events of Section 14 by exploring a wide range of informative materials and historical documents. These resources are now accessible online at EngagePalmSprings.com.
West Nile virus detected in mosquito samples in Indio and Mecca
By Coachella Valley Times | May 16, 2024
Samples of mosquitoes from routine collection sites have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) in two new areas of Coachella Valley, California. This year, four mosquito samples have been found to carry the virus, whereas no detections were reported at this time last year.
Geoffrey Demke named Cal State San Bernardino's Outstanding Graduate 2024
By Coachella Valley Times | May 15, 2024
Cal State San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus has announced Geoffrey Demke as its Outstanding Graduate for 2024. A resident of Indio, Demke will receive a bachelor of arts degree in history at the CSUSB College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17, at the Toyota Arena in Ontario.
Riverside County DA's office opposes move to declare death penalty unconstitutional
By Coachella Valley Times | May 12, 2024
The Riverside County District Attorney’s Office has voiced its opposition to the efforts spearheaded by the Office of the State Public Defender and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to declare the death penalty unconstitutional in California. This position was taken in response to the ongoing case, Office of the State Public Defender v. Bonta, which is currently under consideration by the California Supreme Court.
Fatal single-vehicle collision under investigation in La Quinta
By Coachella Valley Times | May 11, 2024
On May 11, 2024, at 2:25 a.m., deputies from the Thermal Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of a single-vehicle traffic collision near the intersection of Monroe Street and Airport Boulevard in La Quinta. Upon arrival, they discovered a white Kia sedan overturned on the sidewalk. The driver was found inside the vehicle but could not be reached by deputies.
Teenager arrested after off-highway vehicle pursuit in Perris City
By Coachella Valley Times | May 11, 2024
On Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 2:11 p.m., deputies from the Perris Sheriff’s Station Special Enforcement Teams were conducting Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) enforcement in the Perris City area. During this operation, an attempt was made to stop a Polaris RZR OHV that was being ridden on a public street. However, the driver sped away and engaged in reckless driving on the public roadway, posing a risk to other drivers.
27-year-old man dies in Cathedral City: Coroner's report
By Coachella Valley Times | May 11, 2024
On May 11, 2024, David Seth Gonzales, a 27-year-old male from Cathedral City, CA, tragically lost his life. According to the Coroner's File #2024-03634, Gonzales passed away at 02:41 hours on the same day he sustained injuries. The incident occurred at Southbound Monroe Street, 412 feet south of Airport Boulevard in La Quinta.
Suspect apprehended after hit-and-run collision leads to pursuit
By Coachella Valley Times | May 10, 2024
On May 10, 2024, at approximately 1:48 p.m., deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to a minor injury traffic collision near the intersection of Monterey Avenue and Dinah Shore Drive. However, before their arrival, the suspect involved in the collision had fled the scene.
Palm Desert commercial burglary suspects apprehended by local law enforcement
By Coachella Valley Times | May 10, 2024
On May 9, 2024, deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station responded to a commercial burglary report at the 74000 block of Highway 111. The victim reported that a motorcycle and firearm had been stolen from the premises. The investigation was subsequently taken over by members of the Palm Desert Burglar Suppression Unit.
Riverside County Sheriff's Office announces planned DUI checkpoint for May 24
By Coachella Valley Times | May 9, 2024
On May 24, 2024, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is set to conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint. The operation will take place from 7pm to 1am at an undisclosed location in the city of Temecula. The selection of DUI checkpoint locations is data-driven, based on areas with a high incidence of impaired driving-related crashes.
Sam Karagavoorian passes away in Palm Desert: Coroner's report
By Coachella Valley Times | May 9, 2024
Sam Karagavoorian, an 80-year-old male resident of Palm Desert, CA, tragically passed away on May 9, 2024. According to the Coroner's File #2024-03593, the time of death was recorded as 1513 hours.
Click It or Ticket" campaign encourages Californians to buckle up
By Coachella Valley Times | May 9, 2024
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, Perris Station, is reminding Californians to always buckle up and ensure children are secured in the appropriate car seats during their Memorial Day travels. The reminder comes as part of this year's "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which runs from May 20 to June 2.