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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.
'A great opportunity': Indio City Council allocates community development grants at recent meeting
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 30, 2022
On Sept. 21, the Indio City Council held a meeting to discuss the upcoming month's agenda. Coachella Valley Times reached out to city councilmember Glenn Miller for highlights of the meeting.
PSPD awarded grant to combat alcohol-related crime, 'improve the quality of life in neighborhoods'
By Donna Rolando | Sep 29, 2022
Palm Springs Police Department will be working to fight alcohol-related crimes with a $55,000 grant recently awarded by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC).
Calvert: Legislation would give U.S. 'additional tools to assess the growing exploitation of critical minerals in small states by China and Russia'
By David Beasley | Sep 29, 2022
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) recently introduced the Monitoring and Investigating Nations Exploiting States (MINES) Act, H.R. 8911 in an effort to hold China and Russia accountable for their efforts to monopolize critical resources around the world, particularly in developing nations, according to a news release.
Alleged purse thief 'linked to multiple purse thefts' in custody
By Donna Rolando | Sep 28, 2022
An investigation into multiple purse thefts in the Coachella Valley has led to the arrest of a 40-year-old Thousand Palms man, Corporal Phillip Lorton said in a release from Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
Man accused of ramming Riverside County Sheriff's vehicles during pursuit caught, booked on felony charges
By Donna Rolando | Sep 28, 2022
A man wanted on multiple felony charges was the subject of a pursuit early Sunday morning by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
Hovley Lane East construction update
By Press release submission | Sep 27, 2022
Through late fall, contractors working for Coachella Valley Water District will continue work on a project that limits traffic between Washington Street and Eldorado Drive in Palm Desert.
Coachella driver arrested after brief car pursuit, wanted on felony warrant
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Sep 27, 2022
A 44-year-old Coachella resident is in custody for failing to pull over and allegedly driving under the influence of narcotics.
Aldrich: Suspect in custody for 'attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats'
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Sep 24, 2022
A 20-year-old Coachella resident has been arrested for allegedly shooting a man and his son on the morning of Sept. 17.
Kays: '$6.5 million will go a long way in helping the library improve services and access to the community'
By David Hutton | Sep 23, 2022
The Palm Springs Public Library will receive $6.5 million in upgrades thanks to a Building Forward Grant awarded by the California State Library.
Perez: 'CV Rail will be a massive boost for the Coachella Valley'
By Solange DeLisle | Sep 23, 2022
Commissioners for the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) believe there's a need for a new daily passenger rail service for travel between Los Angeles and the Coachella Valley, and they're taking the idea to Washington, D.C.
Calvert: 'We can't spend our way out of inflation'
By Karen Kidd | Sep 19, 2022
U.S. House Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) took issue this week with President Joe Biden's mammoth spending after a well-regarded polling organization reported that more Americans are experiencing hardship because of rising prices.
Ramirez: Coachella women 'arrested for child abuse resulting in great bodily injury and death'
By Donna Rolando | Sep 18, 2022
Investigators looking into the death of a 5-year-old child from Coachella have arrested his mother and maternal grandmother on suspicion of child abuse.
Riverside County public health officer: 'MPX can impact anyone'
By Donna Rolando | Sep 17, 2022
The first pediatric case of monkeypox (MPX) in Riverside County was confirmed Friday in a news release from the Riverside University Health System — Public Health.
Missing Arizona woman may be in Indio area; police ask community to be on the watch
By Donna Rolando | Sep 15, 2022
Indio and Palm Springs residents are asked to assist in locating a missing Arizona woman whom police say may be in the area.
Thermal educator charged with teaching 'under the influence of alcohol' posts bail
By Donna Rolando | Sep 14, 2022
A teacher from a Thermal, California, school was arrested after deputies determined he was under the influence of alcohol, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.