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Domestic violence suspect arrested after pursuit with authorities

A domestic violence suspect was arrested Sunday, September 25 after he allegedly fled from authorities and used his vehicle to ram Riverside County sheriff's vehicles during the pursuit.


Palm Springs invites community to attend 'disaster preparedness expo'

Officials from Palm Springs invited community members to join the city's emergency manager for a disaster preparedness expo on Sept. 29.


Aldrich: Suspect in custody for 'attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats'

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'

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'

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.


City of Palm Springs sues College of the Desert over West Valley campus dispute: 'legacy of support' lost

A backfired deal between Palm Springs and the College of the Desert over the city's donation of land has turned rocky enough to end up in court.


Calvert: 'We can't spend our way out of inflation'

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.


SunPower Corporation invests in Renova Energy: ‘This investment comes at the right time for the solar industry to reach new heights’

SunPower Corporation recently purchased a minority share in Renova Energy Corporation to further their launch of solar and battery storage products.


Ramirez: Coachella women 'arrested for child abuse resulting in great bodily injury and death'

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'

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

Indio and Palm Springs residents are asked to assist in locating a missing Arizona woman whom police say may be in the area.


SunPower invests in leading solar dealers Renova Energy and EmPower Solar

SunPower Dealer Accelerator Program designed to propel solar dealer growth and accelerate proliferation of SunPower's solar, storage and financing products


Thermal educator charged with teaching 'under the influence of alcohol' posts bail

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.


Palm Springs International Airport executive director: 'We look forward to receiving your input'

Palm Springs International Airport is looking forward to branding in a way that highlights the Palm Springs destination in the best possible way.


Mejia to speak on ranked-choice voting Tuesday; 'all residents of Palm Desert Green Country Club' invited

The Republican and Democrat clubs in Palm Desert will host a meeting for residents on Tuesday to discuss the system of ranked-choice voting now active in the city.


PAC-12 Names Fanaply Digital Fan Engagement Partner

Multi-year partnership will create new opportunities to build and engage fan communities via accessible digital collectibles and NFTs


Baeza: 'Investigators identified and arrested the suspect' in a Sept. 2 shooting

An investigation by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department into a fatal shooting at a Coachella party this month has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old male from Cathedral City.


CVWD recognized for excellence in financial reporting

Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021 has received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).


Albertsons CEO: 'Breakfast is an essential school supply'

An Orange County family shelter is in line to receive donations made by customers checking out from a local grocery store in September, according to an announcement by the shelter.


Cois Byrd Detention Center inmate accused of murdering fellow inmate in 'altercation'

Homicide investigators have identified a suspect in the death of an inmate at Cois Byrd Detention Center in Murrieta, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.