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Desert Health Care District Reworks Lease Agreement Amid Community Concerns
Tonight, the Desert Health Care District will continue community meetings to discuss the proposed lease takeover from Tenet Health. The finalization of the deal, which includes a 30-year lease to operate Desert Regional Medical Center, faced delays due to concerns over a non-compete clause. Community input has prompted the board to revise the agreement, aiming for a balanced solution before the August 9th deadline to place it on the November ballot. Officials from other medical facilities, like Eisenhower Health, have expressed disappointment with the current draft, citing potential negative impacts on healthcare access.
Nearly 50 dogs rescued from dangerous hoarding situation in Sky Valley
The Riverside County Department of Animal Control rescued nearly 50 dogs from a property in Sky Valley in yet another hoarding situation in the Coachella Valley. Emergency responders contacted Animal Services late Sunday after arriving at a property on Vee Bee Road between Dillon Road and 19th Avenue after residents discovered the landlord unresponsive. Five The post Nearly 50 dogs rescued from dangerous hoarding situation in Sky Valley appeared first on KESQ.
City of Palm Springs investigating alleged ‘misappropriation of funds’ for Universal Basic Income Pilot Program
Hundreds of thousands of dollars allocated for the Palm Springs Universal Basic Income Pilot Program are allegedly unaccounted for. Now, residents who relied on this program are looking for answers. One of the program's recipients is Wren Grey. Grey, who previously experienced homelessness, says this funding saved his life. "Without assistance, if I go back The post City of Palm Springs investigating alleged ‘misappropriation of funds’ for Universal Basic Income Pilot Program appeared first on KESQ.
King Buzzo (Melvins) and Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle) Unveil “Eat the Spray” Video Ahead of US Tour: Stream
The duo launch their extensive King Dunn outing on August 1st. King Buzzo (Melvins) and Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle) Unveil “Eat the Spray” Video Ahead of US Tour: Stream Jon Hadusek
Suspects flee after stolen vehicle pursuit ends in Palm Desert
A police pursuit occurred on Tuesday morning after a vehicle was stolen in Palm Desert. At around 7 a.m., deputies located the stolen vehicle in the area of Fred Waring Drive and Monterey Avenue. Police tried to stop the vehicle, but it failed to yield which led to a pursuit. Deputies lost sight of the The post Suspects flee after stolen vehicle pursuit ends in Palm Desert appeared first on KESQ.
Yucca Valley Planning Commission to review final draft of food vending ordinance
The Yucca Valley Planning Commission will kick off its meeting with a public hearing on an amendment to the Development Code. The Planning Commission previously adopted a resolution requiring a landscape plan and irrigation review as part of the Land Use Compliance Review. Amendments to the Development Code require a public hearing before becoming regulation.
Man suspected of two Palm Desert bank robberies located, taken into custody
The Palm Desert Sheriff's Station Investigations Bureau has identified the man suspected of robbing two Palm Desert banks earlier this year. On July 23, investigators located the suspect, a 59-year-old resident of Anaheim, in the 20 block of W. Beacon Avenue in Anaheim. He was taken into custody and subsequently booked into the Larry D. The post Man suspected of two Palm Desert bank robberies located, taken into custody appeared first on KESQ.
Special Weather Statement issued July 23 at 2:59PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
At 259 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near. Warner Springs, or 12 miles south of Anza, moving northwest at 15. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around. unsecured...
Firefighters on Scene after Noticing Smoke on Indio Strip Mall Roof
Riverside County Fire Department personnel continued their efforts Thursday against a blaze in an Indio strip mall. The fire was first reported at 8:15 a.m. Thursday near the intersection of Dr. Carreon Boulevard and Monroe Street, according to a department statement. An engine crew reported smoke rising from the building’s...
Palm Springs’ `Forever Marilyn’ Likely on the Move
Palm Springs’ towering statue of Marilyn Monroe will soon have a new home, with officials saying Thursday another location is being finalized in hopes of resolving a legal challenge over its current spot on Museum Way. A group of residents called the “Committee to Relocate Marilyn” sued the city...
Community Briefs
Yucaipa High School Class of 1974 announces some updates to its 50th reunion celebration to be held Sept. 12, 13, and 14, 2024. (Please note that the football game was moved a day ahead and a pizza night was added for Friday.) We will open with a YHS Football game on Thursday night. Friday will be a purchase your own pizza party, with time and place to be announced and Saturday will continue with a casual reunion at Mill Creek Cattle Co. in Diamond Jim’s Banquet Hall, 1874 Mentone Blvd, Mentone,
For participant in troubled basic income program, frustration followed by humiliation
A Palm Springs resident’s hopes for financial stability were dashed after a city-funded Universal Basic Income (UBI) pilot program failed to deliver promised payments for months, leaving him and other participants struggling to make ends meet. Clarence S., one of 30 participants selected for a program that was supposed...
San Jacinto Peak from The Tramway
Very fun and memorable experience to hike this trail starting from the tramway. Most of the entire trail is very straightforward and not too difficult although getting to the actual summit is a bit of a crazy scramble. At least it was to me since I couldn't find an obvious path up there for the very last portion.
U.S. Border Patrol Indio agents seize 92 pounds of cocaine
INDIO – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the El Centro Sector arrested two United States citizens attempting to smuggle 92 pounds of cocaine. According to a press release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, on Monday, July 15 at approximately 2:50 p.m., a white SUV approached the U.S. Border Patrol Highway 86 immigration checkpoint. During the primary inspection, a Border Patrol K-9 detection team alerted to the presence of concealed people or drugs.
Mildred Louise Clark
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA —It is with heavy hearts and warm memories that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Mildred Louise Clark. Mildred was born on January 18, 1936, in the town of Daisetta, Texas. She was the cherished daughter of Guy Milton and Edna Grace (Abshier) Mifflin. She lived a life full of love, faith, and dedication to all who knew her. Mildred departed this world peacefully in Cathedral City, California, surrounded by the love of her family on July 18, 2024.
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