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Task force seizes guns, 62 pounds of meth: 'Evidence indicative of narcotics sales'
By Donna Rolando | Nov 6, 2022
Firearms and 62 pounds of suspected methamphetamine were confiscated by the Coachella Valley Violent Crime Gang Task Force on Friday.
Miller: Proposed Indio Grand Marketplace has taken 'a big step forward'
By Donna Rolando | Nov 4, 2022
Long-awaited plans for the Indio Grand Marketplace took a giant step forward recently.
DWA president: 'Removing grass is the best thing property owners can do to reduce their water footprint'
By Donna Rolando | Nov 3, 2022
The Palm Springs City Council recently approved a turf rebate program to encourage landscaping that conserves water during an extreme drought.
Coachella mayor: 'The Arts and Music Line will take the Coachella Valley's active transportation network to a new level'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 29, 2022
Nearly $36.5 million in state funds might be heading for the Coachella Valley for the proposed Arts and Music Line.
Coachella man booked in connection with double homicide; no motive reported
By Donna Rolando | Oct 28, 2022
An investigation into a double murder Sunday inside a casita in Coachella has led to the arrest of a 22-year-old man, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said in a release.
Palm Springs PD declares 'bait bike' operation a 'success' with two arrests
By Donna Rolando | Oct 25, 2022
Not only did a recent "bait bike" operation in Palm Springs result in two arrests on felony theft charges, it has also been deemed successful enough to launch similar operations.
Palm Springs interim city manager on Downtown Park: The city 'is delighted' by ASLA's recognition of the park
By Donna Rolando | Oct 23, 2022
Palm Springs' Downtown Park didn't need an award to win the heart of the community but its landscape design is drawing national recognition nonetheless.
$46 million bike-pedestrian line would connect east Coachella Valley to festival grounds
By Eliana Perez Brian Blueskye | Palm Springs Desert Sun | Oct 22, 2022
A "transformative" bike and pedestrian line that would extend across eastern Coachella Valley cities is on the verge of getting $36 million in state money, valley officials announced Friday.
Water savings with turf rebate program
By Press Release | Oct 21, 2022
The City of Rancho Mirage continues to save water by partnering with the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) to offer rebates to our residents, HOAs, and commercial centers looking to convert from turf to desertscape or artificial grass.
Cathedral City Police: 'Road rage' victim drives himself to hospital after being shot
By Donna Rolando | Oct 20, 2022
Cathedral City Police are on the lookout for the driver of a black sedan suspected of shooting a man Monday night in an apparent road rage incident.
Drunk driver crashes into light post and fence with 2-year-old son inside the vehicle
By Donna Rolando | Oct 13, 2022
A Coachella father, who was allegedly driving while intoxicated on Sunday morning, crashed into a light post and fence while his 2-year-old son was in the car, unbuckled, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Riverside County Transportation Commission officials heading to Washington to promote rail service: 'This daily passenger rail service will transform how we travel'
By David Beasley | Oct 11, 2022
The Riverside County officials and staff are heading to Washington D.C. this month to meet with federal officials to promote the need for a rail system between the Coachella Valley and Los Angeles.
Desert Sands school district employee allegedly carjacked by two boys in school parking lot
By Donna Rolando | Oct 11, 2022
Two boys believed to be armed with a handgun forcibly carjacked a Desert Sands Unified School District employee recently only to be apprehended after a police pursuit, NBC Palm Springs reported.
Indio City Council: 'August 26, from now on will be known as Hunter Lopez Day'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 10, 2022
An Indio Marine who died in a bombing at the end of the Afghanistan war will be proudly remembered in his hometown with the annual observance of Hunter Lopez Day.
California is 'putting money back into your pockets' with tax refunds
By Donna Rolando | Oct 9, 2022
Amidst the pressures of record inflation, the State of California is offering relief with Middle Class Tax Refunds hitting residents' bank accounts soon.
Calvert leads nuclear energy focused forum: 'We can implement policies that promote a secure and reliable electric grid'
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 7, 2022
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) recently joined two other Republican California congressmen to lead a clean energy forum titled "The Golden State of nuclear power: The importance of Diablo Canyon and nuclear energy in California's grid."
Thermal school teacher accused of instructing students while 'under the influence of alcohol'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 5, 2022
A Palm Desert man was taken into custody Friday after an investigation kicked off by a Thermal school student 's call to their parents saying they believed their teacher was intoxicated and that his behavior frightened the class.
Deceased Coachella pedestrian found to be victim of double hit-and-run
By Donna Rolando | Oct 4, 2022
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is investigating a double hit-and-run in the City of Coachella that resulted in the death of a 50-year-old male pedestrian.
Indio to award grants 'up to $5,000' to local nonprofits
By John Kelly | Oct 3, 2022
The city of Indio confirmed it will be awarding grants up to $5,000 to local nonprofits through its Community Grants and Sponsorship Program. Applications can now be submitted.
Hours-long standoff in La Quinta ends with suspect dead from 'self-inflicted gunshot wound'
By Donna Rolando | Oct 2, 2022
After an hours-long standoff with law enforcement at a La Quinta home on Sept. 26, a suspect turned his gun upon himself and died.