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Calvert: 2023 appropriations bill is 'a terrible way to govern'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 5, 2023
Representative Ken Calvert wants to see Congress start the new year determined to never give rush treatment to a spending plan as he says it did with the fiscal year 2023 omnibus appropriations bill of $1.7 trillion, which President Biden has since signed off on.
Fire at defunct Palm Springs golf course raging upon crews' arrival; 'alert' also issued for commercial site
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 5, 2023
Firefighters escaped injury battling heavy smoke and fire conditions Monday at a building located on an abandoned Palm Springs golf course, the Palm Springs Fire Department reports.
Riverside County sheriff on the murder of a deputy: 'This terrible tragedy should have been prevented by the legal system'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 4, 2023
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is saddened to announce the death of Deputy Isaiah Cordero, most recently assigned to the Jurupa Valley Station, for whom funeral services will be held on Friday, Jan. 6.
Imperial Irrigation District leads clothing drive: 'It’s heartwarming to see the hard work and generosity of our employees'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 4, 2023
The Imperial Irrigation District recently led a clothing drive for residents of the Coachella Valley and teamed up with two other agencies in the Valley to supply winter care packages to those in need.
Southern California's Edison International reflects 'continued confidence' with annual dividend increase of 5.4%
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 3, 2023
Edison International is well on its way to making good its pledge to bring its earnings per share up to 7%.
A battle worth fighting
By Arlene Wohlgemuth | Jan 3, 2023
Our state legislature and governor are increasingly pulling power from the local level to the state.
Gibson Shuts Door on Barracuda in 4-0 Firebirds Win
By Press release submission | Jan 2, 2023
Goaltender Christopher Gibson Stops 24 Shots in Shutout Victory.
Tramway Has Fresh Snow
By Press release submission | Jan 2, 2023
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is ringing in the new year with fresh snow! The Mountain Station received about 4 inches of snow late Saturday night and early Sunday morning.
Calvert: 'Americans understand that when Congress jams through an omnibus 4,000 page, $1.7 trillion bill just hours before Christmas there are going to be a lot of winners and losers'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 31, 2022
Representative Ken Calvert wrote a Facebook post against the $1.7 trillion spending bill passed by Congress last week, saying it is "unconscionable to now ask taxpayers to pay for an 8% increase in non-defense programs" after the administration has spent $3 trillion outside of normal appropriations.
Bicyclist left with 'major injuries' after accident in Palm Springs
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 31, 2022
A bicyclist sustained major injuries and was unresponsive Tuesday after impact with a vehicle at E. Ramon and S. El Cielo roads in Palm Springs.
Detectives arrest Hemet man accused of burglary after 'high-risk' vehicle stop
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 30, 2022
The Desert Hot Springs Police Department (DHSPD) continues to investigate a burglary committed at a retail cannabis shop earlier this month.
La Quinta man arrested for alleged assault with a firearm 'during domestic dispute'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 29, 2022
Riverside County Sheriff's Department deputies arrested a 40-year-old man from La Quinta on Christmas Eve for allegedly assaulting a victim with a firearm.
Indio City Council approves park and communications upgrades: 'It's a great opportunity for us to invest back in our community'
By David Hutton | Dec 28, 2022
Indio City Council certified the general election during a recent meeting, swore in the council for a new term, and approved funding for park improvements and communication upgrades for the police department.
One dead, three injured in Oasis car-tractor trailer collision
By Sam Jackson | Dec 28, 2022
One woman was killed and three people were injured in a collision involving a car and a semi pulling two trailers Monday at the intersection of state Highway 86 and Johnson Street in Oasis, California, authorities said.
Injured PSPD officers released from hospital: one back at work, the other 'on road to recovery'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 27, 2022
Injured by a suspect who allegedly rammed a police car to make his escape, two Palm Springs police officers have been released from the hospital, a Facebook post from the department.
Traffic Alert – Avenue 40
By Press release submission | Dec 27, 2022
From December 29, 2022 through August 31, 2023 a short section of Avenue 40 between Andrews Court and intersection of Avenue 40 and Jefferson Street in North Indio will be closed as a Coachella Valley Water District’s contractor continues work on a project to bring flood relief to the area.
The American Express Record $8 Million Purse
By Press release submission | Dec 27, 2022
The American Express, featuring a record $8 million purse, will showcase 156 professional golfers and 156 amateurs playing at PGA WEST’s Stadium Course (host course) and Nicklaus Tournament Course and La Quinta Country Club in La Quinta, Calif. from Jan. 19-22, 2023.
Riverside County DA files charges against Palm Springs man
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 26, 2022
Charges were filed against a Palm Springs man accused of a deadly shooting that occurred in Desert Hot Springs in November.
Riverside County launches 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' enforcement campaign
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 26, 2022
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department has boosted its patrols to reduce accidents in conjunction with the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" enforcement campaign.
Palm Springs police ask public to help nab City Hall vandal
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Dec 25, 2022
The Palm Springs Police Department responded to reports of vandalism at City Hall that included broken glass of an unspecified value, according to a press release published on Facebook Monday.