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Family fights child molester’s possible release in Southern California
A family is fighting to stop the possible release of a Riverside man who was sentenced to prison for molesting and kidnapping a 5-year-old girl. Charles William Mix, 69, was sentenced to 350 years in prison for the 2003 kidnapping. The victim, who is now 27 years old, still isn’t ready to speak on the […]
$5 million Scratchers ticket sold in Temecula
Four Scratchers tickets purchased at Southern California businesses have once again made new millionaires, the California Lottery announced Friday. According to the state agency, the largest jackpot was a Scratchers ticket, California State Riches, worth $5 million. The ticket was purchased at the ARCO gas station located on Winchester Road in Temecula.
Los Angeles Black Restaurant Week opens; find delicious meals across SoCal
Numerous Southern California eateries are participating, including The Vegan Joint. A memorable dine-out experience that finds its vibrant start in one city has a way of quickly popping up in other places; then, meal by marvelous meal, the event becomes an annual mainstay in those locations over just a few short years.
Palm Springs International Airport Keeps ‘A’ Rating
PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – The Palm Springs International Airport has maintained an “A” long-term rating from a financial services company, airport officials said Monday. The rating from S&P Global, known for providing market analytics, pointed to several key factors for the rating. Those include effective management, strong debt service coverage and a record number of travelers, which eclipsed pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels.
Newsom considers cutting funding for cities refusing to clear encampments
Local governments in California could have their funding for homelessness slashed next year if they fail to use what is left in this year’s budget to sweep encampments. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is purportedly weighing the funding cut for cities and counties dragging their feet on clearing large encampments that have dotted the state, Bloomberg reported Friday. […]
Collaborate Through Rhythm: Rock Icon Matt Sorum Brings Music Education to Palm Springs Unified Elementary Schools
Numerous global rock stars have become Coachella Valley residents, but one is taking his love for the desert a step further—by starting music-education programs for local elementary schools. Matt Sorum, drummer extraordinaire most notable for his time in Guns N’ Roses, is the co-founder of Adopt the Arts, a...
NVISION Latino Film and Music Festival Announces 2024 Lineup
PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – The NVISION Latino Film and Music Festival unveiled the complete lineup Wednesday for the upcoming 10th annual edition of the Coachella Valley event. The festival, held from Oct. 10-12 at the Palm Springs Art Museum, includes four feature-length projects and 35 short films, according to a statement. The selected crop of movies showcase themes such as Latino culture, indigenous communities and LGBTQIA+ narratives.
Palm Springs International Comedy Festival Honors 'Celebrating Laughter' With Stanley Kramer Award
The Palm Springs International Comedy Festival has announced that the documentary "Celebrating Laughter: The Life and Films of Colin Higgins" will receive the 'PSICF Stanley Kramer Mad World Comedy Award' at this year's festival. The award recognizes the film's director, Nicholas Eliopoulos, and its star-studded cast including narrator Cybill Shepherd,...
Local students receive August ‘Do the Right Thing’ awards
Local students were recognized with this month's "Do the Right Thing" award which is a partnership between Palm Springs Police Department and News Channel 3. Congratulations to Jayden Lara, Oddis Lewis, Aiden Henley-Embrey, Ti'Anah Castro, Mateo Gastelum-Herrera, and Damian Gutierrez. The students were chosen for their positive attitudes and contributions to the community. If you The post Local students receive August ‘Do the Right Thing’ awards appeared first on KESQ.
Eisenhower Health named one of the nation's most beautiful hospitals
Eisenhower Health proudly announced on July 31 that it had been included in Soliant Health's annual list of the Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the United States, securing 32,354 votes and the list's No. 9 spot (out of 20). Eisenhower was chosen from the more than 80 hospitals that were nominated. ...
California Mega Millions jackpot rolls to $575 million
(KRON) — California Lottery players are gearing up for another shot at a massive prize, as the Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $575 million. The increase comes after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s draw, confirmed CA Lottery. With the next chance to win set for Tuesday, hopeful players have […]
Fire hits historic Southern California baseball field seen in Hollywood movies
ONTARIO, Calif. (AP) — Fire has destroyed the wooden grandstands at a historic Southern California baseball field that appeared in “A League of Their Own” and other movies. Firefighters responded at 11:25 p.m. Thursday to a report of a fire at Jay Littleton Ball Park in the...
California high schools now have to use special thermometer before canceling games
Across the state, high school sports now have new rules around heat and outside play."Nobody ever wants to miss a game. Nobody ever wants to postpone a practice, but the important thing that we have to keep the forefront is the health and safety of these students' coaches and fans," says Ryan Tos, CIF Central Section Commissioner.The new CIF guidelines advise schools to move outdoor practices to cooler times, like early morning or late evening. They also require schools to postpone or cancel practice if it gets too hot outside. In the past each school or district had its own...
Cathedral City opens high school football season with explosive win over Indian Springs
Noah Gannon ran for 208 yards and scored four touchdowns in leading Cathedral City High School to a 42-20 season opening win over Indian Springs on Thursday to kick off the football season for Coachella Valley schools. The Lions will look to move to remain unbeaten next Friday at San Bernardino. ...
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