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Suspect Arrested for Multiple Palm Desert Bank Robberies
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has arrested Reese Westenberger, a 59-year-old Anaheim resident, for robbing two banks in Palm Desert. Surveillance footage shows Westenberger at the US Bank on June 26 and Mechanics Bank on July 11. He was seen wearing a ball cap and ponytail. Arrested in Anaheim, Westenberger has been booked into jail in Banning. In both instances, he entered the banks unarmed and escaped with undisclosed amounts of cash.
Burglary Case Suspect Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charges, Gets 2 Years’ Probation
One of two men suspected of carrying out a series of burglaries in Desert Hot Springs was sentenced to two years of probation Thursday after pleading guilty to lesser charges. Judge Melissa Hale sentenced Richard Bates, 58, after the defendant pleaded guilty to felony receiving stolen property and receiving a stolen vehicle charges, according to Thalia Hayden of the Riverside County District Attorney’s office. A burglary charge against Bates was dismissed.
Mecca resident dies in rollover crash after his car hits pole in Indio
A 21-year-old Mecca resident died Monday after his car collided with a pole in Indio the night before. Indio Police Department spokesman Benjamin Guitron said an accident where a car rolled over was reported around 10:36 p.m. Sunday in front of the Palm Shadow Inn at 80-761 Highway 111, near Youngs Lane. It appears the driver may have lost control of his car, hit a Spectrum pole and then was ejected, he said. ...
Two groups hoping for Measure J funds present cases for Sustainability Commission backing
The Oswit Land Trust and Tahquitz River Estates Neighborhood Organization presented proposals for their Measure J community-initiated projects to the Sustainability Commission last week, hoping to get its backing. Both projects, with costs yet to be estimated, are related to enhancing natural areas in the city with sustainability in mind.
Amended Misdemeanor Charges Dropped Against Former Burglary Suspect
After a judge found insufficient evidence to hold a 32-year-old man to answer on four felony burglary counts two weeks ago, amended misdemeanor counts were dismissed Thursday during his pre-trial conference. The burglary charges against Juan Daniel Rodriguez were discharged during a preliminary hearing July 10 at the Larson Justice...
Power Rout Halos in Regular Season Finale
The Palm Springs Power finished the regular season with a 14-2 domination of the California Halos Friday night at Palm Springs Stadium. The fourth inning is where the Palm Springs Power offense exploded. They sent 12 batters to the plate and finished with 7 hits in the inning. The inning was keyed by RBI singles by Austin Haller (Western Kentucky), Noah Blythe (Hawaii Pacific) and Aidan Perez (CSU Northridge). Angel Cortez (CSU Northridge) placed the exclamation point on the inning with a bases clearing triple.
Jerry Diaz
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jerry Diaz, who left this world on June 5, 2024, in Livermore. Born on July 25, 1948, in Indio, California, Jerry was a man of simple pleasures. He found joy in the ordinary, creating extraordinary moments in the process. His favorite pastimes included keeping a watchful eye on his neighborhood from his garage, washing cars for family and friends, and daily walks with his beloved dogs. A passionate sports enthusiast, Jerry supported the San Francisco 49ers and the Oakland A’s and loved tailgating. Known for his generosity and warm spirit, Jerry always made people feel welcome, and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
News Flash
The City of Beaumont's nomination period is now open and there are two City Council Positions on the ballot this year. Official nomination documents for any qualified person desiring to file are available at the City Clerk's Office, located at 550 E. 6th Street, in Beaumont, CA. Interested in running? Make an appointment with the City Clerk by calling 951-572-3196.
Palm Springs man pleads guilty to role in robbery operation
A 32-year-old Palm Springs man has pleaded guilty to a felony charge for his role in a 2023 operation that started in Rancho Mirage in which a person was lured into a vehicle, driven away and robbed. Nicholas Tyler Young, accused of being the driver in the robbery, entered the...
Dump truck driver who caused wildfire that killed 2 in Calimesa gets probation
A 41-year-old former dump truck driver who caused a deadly 1,000-acre blaze in Calimesa by intentionally dropping flaming debris from his rig in the middle of a Santa Ana windstorm was put on probation after admitting felony charges. Antonio Ornelas Velazquez of Desert Hot Springs pleaded guilty on Tuesday, July...
Man arrested in Palm Desert’s bank robbery case
PALM DESERT — A 59-year old Anaheim resident was arrested by Riverside County Sheriff’s Office for his presumed involvement in recent bank robbery cases here. RCSO said the suspect was identified as Reese Westenberger. According to the agency, Westenberger is the suspect in the bank robberies in Palm...
Dores Set for a Pair of Nationally Televised Games
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. – The Vanderbilt women’s basketball team will play in front of a nationally televised audience at the 2024 Acrisure Classic, as TruTV is set to broadcast the entire Thanksgiving week tournament. The 2024 Acrisure Classic is a part of the Acrisure Series, the country’s largest...
Upcoming Palm Springs City Council Meeting Highlights For Thursday July 25th
The Palm Springs City Council will address several significant local issues at its meeting this Thursday evening. Key topics include updates on the College of the Desert’s West Valley Campus and the renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library. Additionally, the Council will consider a proposed pickleball court complex at Demuth Park, which may receive funding from Measure J.
California date palm ranches reap not only fruit, but a permit to host weddings and quinceañeras
COACHELLA, Calif. (AP) — Claudia Lua Alvarado has staked her future on the rows of towering date palms behind the home where she lives with her husband and two children in a desert community east of Los Angeles. It’s not solely due to the fleshy, sweet fruit they give...
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