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‘Public Health Disaster’: Border Towns Plead for Help as Sewage Gushes into the Sea
Each day, millions of gallons of sewage cascade through a canyon and into the Pacific Ocean just south of the U.S.-Mexican border. As any surfer in San Diego knows, summer swells that come from the south will push the toxic brew north. Meanwhile, millions more gallons of treated and untreated...
Tom York on Business: 10 Applicants Scramble for Each Vacant Apartment in San Diego
Yet another example of just how crazy the cost of living especially housing is getting here in San Diego. A new report from the residential rental website RentCafe found that Diego is the state’s fourth-hottest rental market. The competition is fierce: 10 applicants vie for every apartment that comes...
Restaurant inspections: Rat droppings close Rancho Mirage eatery; Palm Springs spot reopens
Riverside County health inspectors closed down one Rancho Mirage restaurant due to rodent droppings and overflowing sewage, while two Indio spots were downgraded to "B" grades, according to inspection reports. Several rat droppings were found inside a fryer at Catalan Mediterranean Restaurant in Rancho Mirage, along with sewage overflowing from the floor sink,...
“The Little Mermaid” plays tonight at Luckie Park Pool
Cool off tonight (July 19) with a “dive-in” movie night at Luckie Park Pool. The first event of it’s kind in Twentynine Palms, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department will be screening Disney’s live-action version of “The Little Mermaid.” Everyone is invited to hop into the pool or grab a lounge chair and watch the family-friendly musical film. There will be snow cones and giveaways.
Felon with warrant arrested for suspected assault weapon possession in Twentynine Palms
A convicted felon with an active warrant was arrested in Twentynine Palms for suspicion of possessing an assault weapon and ammunition. On Tuesday (July 16) at 2:30 p.m., County Sheriff’s deputies working with the State Parole Fugitive Task Force contacted Dakota Blaise-Parra, 25, in the 6400 block of East Court Avenue in Twentynine Palms.
Agua Caliente tribe, Palm Springs Unified to expand native curriculum in schools
A partnership between Palm Springs Unified School District and the Agua Caliente Tribe of Cahuilla Indians is expanding to teach more students about the region's native culture. A curriculum designed in collaboration with the tribe is currently being taught to third and eighth graders within the district. This upcoming school year will see...
Grant helps Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation enter its next act
Nearly 90 years ago, filmmaker George Cukor premiered his Oscar-winning film "Camille" at The Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs. Greta Garbo generated buzz at the time for headlining the movie and, allegedly, slipping into the back of theater once the light dimmed. Soon enough, the venue became a popular go-to, also serving...
National Philanthropy Day names Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
With support spanning organizations from A-Z, Desert Oasis Healthcare exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond for the community. Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC), a doctor-owned medical group serving 60,000 members in the Coachella Valley and high desert communities of the Greater Morongo Basin, is committed to supporting numerous local nonprofit organizations ensuring the entire community can live healthy and fulfilling lives. ...
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...
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...
$3.27 billion in city development projects highlighted during joint session of city, tribal councils
The Palm Springs City Council and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council met Tuesday for their first joint session in six years, sharing updates on major projects and exploring opportunities for future collaboration. The meeting, held at the Palm Springs Convention Center, highlighted $3.27 billion in current...
How bootcamps are helping to address the historic gap in internet access on US tribal lands
There’s a home movie theater with orange walls and plush recliners at the top of a steep hill on Matthew Rantanen’s ranch in Southern California. But on a recent afternoon, people weren’t flocking to the room to watch a movie or to escape the scorching heat, they were shining a beam of light through more than 55,000 feet (17 kilometers) of fiber optic cable coiled up in the corner.
Three arrested after attempted robbery at Palm Springs bank
Three people suspected of participating in an attempted bank robbery were arrested Thursday shortly after fleeing the scene without any money, according to the Palm Springs Police Department. At around 5:10 p.m., police received a report of an apparent armed robbery taking place in the 1700 block of North Sunrise...
Longtime Cathedral City LGBTQ bar The Barracks closing amid disputes with city, state
An LGBTQ bar that has been a mainstay of Cathedral City for over 30 years announced this week it will be closing amid a dispute with the city over code and occupancy issues. The closure of The Barracks also comes months after an allegation that it violated the terms of its state liquor license by hosting lewd conduct. ...
Plea Bargain Results In Short Prison Sentence In Palm Desert Smash & Grab Robbery
It’s a very short prison sentence, just 3 years, for 25 year old Demetrius Thornton, one of 4 people involved in a smash and grab robbery at the 111 Jewelry & Watch Repair store on Highway 111 just east of Monterey Avenue in Palm Desert. The robbery took place...
2 arrested in California for shooting, killing man in North Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - North Las Vegas police accuse two men for the shooting and killing a man back in October 2023. Police said the deadly shooting happened on Saturday, Oct. 27 around 1:30 a.m. in the 4200 block of East Craig Road. When officers arrived, they found two men in their 20s suffering from gunshot wounds.
Gold Star Parents of Corporal Hunter Lopez Honor Fallen Son at RNC
The parents of Corporal Hunter Lopez, a Coachella Valley resident killed in the 2021 Kabul airport attack, were among several Gold Star families who spoke at the Republican National Convention. They read the names of the 13 fallen soldiers, including their son’s, and criticized the Biden administration’s handling of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Lopez, a La Quinta High School graduate, had planned to join the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department after his military service. The convention segment highlighted foreign policy and veterans’ issues.
Palm Springs Power Prepares for Championship Series After First Loss; 152nd Open Underway
The Palm Springs Power, who recently ended their 51-game winning streak, will kick off a three-game series against the San Diego Wave this weekend as they head into the CPCL championship. With a current record of 39-1 and a 19-1 league record, they finish the regular season on Friday before the series starts. Meanwhile, the 152nd Open in Scotland is underway, with challenging weather conditions affecting top golfers. Daniel Brown leads the field with a six-under par score, followed by Shane Lowry and Justin Thomas. The summer games in Paris are also just eight days away, with ongoing coverage on NBC Palm Springs.
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