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California Public Utility Commission hosts Briefings on Utility Safety Practices (SCE and SDG&E) on July 20
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 7, 2023
California Public Utility Commission hosts Briefings on Utility Safety Practices (SCE and SDG&E) on July 20 at 01:00 PM
California Public Utility Commission hosts North Coast Resiliency Initiative Workshop on July 11
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 6, 2023
California Public Utility Commission hosts North Coast Resiliency Initiative Workshop on July 11 at 09:00 AM
Cal Fire on Mecca blaze: Power has been 'restored for residents in the affected area'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 6, 2023
A vegetation fire in Mecca on Wednesday resulted in a temporary power outage affecting approximately 200 buildings in the area of Lincoln Street and Avenue 64 after nearby powerlines were de-energized.
Center for Biological Diversity: 'This groundbreaking law will help ensure these wonderful trees remain part of California's Mojave Desert landscape forever'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 6, 2023
California lawmakers recently passed the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, a state law designed to protect western Joshua trees.
Padilla passes Senate Bill 583: 'The environmental calamity at the Salton Sea is decades in the making'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 5, 2023
Sen. Steve Padilla has gained a victory in the California State Senate's approval of a rescue mission for the Salton Sea, which was put into effect with Senate Bill 583, his own legislation.
Palm Springs Police: 'The suspect had been identified as a person of interest in a series of burglaries and grand theft cases'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 5, 2023
A Palm Springs Police Department K9 officer arrested a suspect in connection with a series of burglaries and grand theft auto cases.
Ruiz delivers $2.8M infrastructure award: ‘The safety of my constituents is my top priority’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 4, 2023
Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-CA) applauded $2.8 million in federal funding from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), secured under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Palm Springs Police: 'We are grateful that no injuries were reported, and we remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 3, 2023
Palm Springs Police arrested two juvenile males on Thursday evening for alleged involvement in a shooting in a busy area. According to the Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD), no one was hurt during the shooting.
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on July 13
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 2, 2023
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on July 13 at 9:30am
California Public Utility Commission hosts Federal Funding Account Application Process on July 6
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 2, 2023
California Public Utility Commission hosts Federal Funding Account Application Process on July 6 at 10:00 AM
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Gimme Shelter Tour on July 11
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 1, 2023
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Gimme Shelter Tour on July 11 at 4pm
City of Desert Hot Spring hosts Public Safety Commission Regular Meeting on July 13
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 1, 2023
City of Desert Hot Spring hosts Public Safety Commission Regular Meeting on July 13 at 6:00pm
City of Desert Hot Spring hosts Planning Commission Regular Meeting on July 11
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 1, 2023
City of Desert Hot Spring hosts Planning Commission Regular Meeting on July 11 at 6:00pm
California Public Utility Commission announces CPUC Accepting Applications for Broadband Federal Funding Account Grants To Support Closing the Digital Divide
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jul 1, 2023
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today began accepting applications for its Federal Funding Account, a $2 billion grant program focused on building last-mile broadband internet infrastructure for communities without access to internet service at sufficient and reliable speeds.
Imperial Irrigation District announces IID Directors visit newly constructed Lloyd Allen Reservoir
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 30, 2023
The Imperial Irrigation District Board of Directors saluted the district’s completion of its newest water conservation and operational reservoir located just east of the city, which will conserve 400 acre-feet of water annually and provide water operational flexibility to growers in the valley’s Northend.
County of Riverside announces Board of Supervisors approves $8.6 billion budget, expands services by $1 billion
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 30, 2023
This week, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors adopted the budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, The adopted budget delivers the vision of the Board of Supervisors by improving and increasing services for the fastest growing county in Southern California.
California Public Utility Commission announces CPUC Adopts Milestone Investment in Energy Efficiency To Expand Ghg Reduction and Equity Inclusion Efforts
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 30, 2023
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in a continued investment in energy efficiency as a foundational element of its energy, environmental, and social justice policies, today approved utility energy efficiency portfolios of $4.3 billion for the years 2024-2027, and a forecasted budget of an additional $4.6 billion for 2028-2031.
Ruiz: 'Every three days, a child employee dies while working in agriculture'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 29, 2023
Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) recently introduced the Children’s Act for Responsible Employment and Farm Safety (CARE) Act of 2023 to help save the lives of children.
Garcia on Climate Resilience Bond: Big investments needed to 'protect California’s future’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 29, 2023
Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella) recently joined with a coalition of representatives from throughout California to rally support for Assembly Bill 1567, also known as the California Climate Resilience Bond.
Imperial Irrigation District announces IID issues energy Conserve Alert due to expected high weekend temperatures
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jun 29, 2023
The Imperial Irrigation District has issued an energy Conserve Alert for the upcoming weekend as the National Weather Service has forecasted an excessive heat watch for the IID service area.