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Theresa A. Mike Scholarship funds raised with '80-themed gala
The Theresa A. Mike Scholarship Foundation was established in the memory of the fourth of seven children born to Dean and Theresa Mike, Theresa A. Mike, who died unexpectedly in 1997 at the age of 23. As a way to honor their daughter, the Mike family established the nonprofit to award scholarships to...
Amazon donates $45,000 to FIND in support of summer hunger
On July 1, Amazon visited FIND Food Bank's warehouse for a day of giving, volunteering and celebration. In addition to a $45,000 donation, Amazon provided a van loaded with 900 pounds of food and nonperishable items, including car seats and other family products. The check presentation was attended by FIND's President and CEO...
Two earthquakes recorded in Northern California near Lake Tahoe: USGS
(FOX40.COM) –The United States Geological Survey said an earthquake hit Northern California on Saturday evening, and residents in El Dorado and Nevada counties may have felt the impact. Around 8 p.m., the USGS said a magnitude 3.4 earthquake hit about five miles southeast of Dollar Point, California, a small city about four miles north of […]
Migrant children were put in abusive shelters for years, suit says. Critics blame lack of oversight
As allegations of sexual abuse built up at the largest housing provider for unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S., officials continued placing children in their care in a system that advocates
How CVUSD is meeting community needs to feed kids over the summer
The summer break can be challenging for families who rely on school lunches during the academic year. Coachella Valley Unified School District is addressing this need by providing free lunch to anyone 18 and under at three mobile park communities, including La Chicanita in Thermal, Mountain View Estates in Thermal and St. Anthony Mobile Home Park in Mecca. Meals are available — in air-conditioned school buses — on weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon through July...
Hearing on Alleged Embezzler’s Bail Reduction Request Postponed
At the request of the defense, a judge Thursday postponed a bail review hearing for a Nuevo man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from seniors whom he persuaded to give him money to invest in a bogus profit-making venture. Toby David Smith, 59, was arrested on July...
Over 1,000 homes and businesses lose power in Indio
A power outage has impacted more than 1,000 properties in Indio on Thursday night as temperatures hover in the low triple digits. Cooling centers in the Coachella Valley:Feeling the effects of that summer heat? Tips to stay cool, safe during triple-digit days. Imperial Irrigation District initially reported an outage on...
Remembering Elisabeth Brown, a visionary in Orange County land conservation
Elisabeth ‘Liz’ Brown, biologist and inspirational Orange County advocate for open space and wildlife habitat protection, died peacefully on July 6 at the age of 81. A beloved figure in the Southern California environmental community, she served as president of Laguna Greenbelt, Inc. from 1985 to 2019. During that time, she played invaluable roles in collaborative efforts and legal battles protecting wilderness around Laguna Beach, establishing organizations to manage those lands, and creating programs for public access.
Scorching Weekend Ahead: High Temps and Humidity in Coachella Valley, Cooler Beach Retreats
The Coachella Valley is bracing for extreme heat this weekend, with temperatures hitting 117°F in Palm Springs and 118°F recorded in 2020. The high-pressure system is driving up temperatures and humidity, with minimal relief expected. In contrast, Laguna Beach offers cooler conditions and potential surfing opportunities despite fog and rip currents. The Comfort Air seven-day forecast indicates persistent high temperatures and uncomfortable overnight lows, with a slight drop in highs expected early next week.
Global IT Outage Disrupts Coachella Valley Services, Affects Air Travel and Healthcare
A global IT outage, originating from a disruption at cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, has significantly impacted residents in the Coachella Valley. The issue, which affected Microsoft systems worldwide, caused delays in air travel, healthcare, and municipal services. Palm Springs International Airport experienced significant delays, while Eisenhower Health had to cancel and delay surgeries. Local cities like Indio and Cathedral City also reported service disruptions. CrowdStrike’s CEO apologized and took full responsibility for the outage. The incident led to a significant drop in CrowdStrike and Microsoft stocks.
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