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Man killed, two others shot in Desert Hot Springs
One man died and two others were injured after they were shot in Desert Hot Springs on Wednesday afternoon, according to police. Officers responded to a report of a shooting at just before 5 p.m. in the 66800 block of Two Bunch Palms Trail, which is directly north of Desert Springs Middle School, Police Chief Jim Henson said.
Excessive heat warning issued for Coachella Valley again; will it stay under 120 this time?
Coachella Valley residents are being warned that temperatures are about to take another jump this weekend and into early next week. The National Weather Service has issued another excessive heat warning for the Coachella Valley, beginning at 11 a.m. Friday and continuing through at least 9 p.m. Sunday. ...
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with Free Toffee Ice Cream Bars from Brandini
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with Free Toffee Ice Cream Bars from Brandini. This Sunday, in celebration of National Ice Cream Day, local favorite Brandini Toffee is offering free Toffee Ice Cream Bars at their three stores in Palm Springs. From noon to 4 p.m., enjoy a delicious vanilla ice cream bar dipped in Belgian milk chocolate and rolled in Brandini’s signature toffee crumbles. Founder Brandon Weimer invites everyone to join the festivities and enjoy this sweet treat on the house.
Email Retention Issue Placed on Pause Until August
PALM DESERT — A plan to set email retention at College of the Desert to three years of history, thereby reducing retention by four years effective July 25 has been temporarily halted at the request of Area 4 Trustee and former Superintendent/President Joel Kinnamon. “There is something that has...
CVRep announces 2024-25 season, including 'Jesus Christ Superstar' and other favorites
Coachella Valley Repertory has announced its 2024-25 season with five fresh productions making their way to the downtown Cathedral City theater. This upcoming season marks the professional regional theater's 16th year bringing plays and musicals to the desert, and the lineup will showcase five award-winning shows that are all making their CV Rep premiere: “Next to Normal,” “The 39 Steps,” “The Light in the Plaza,” “Jesus Christ Superstar,” and “Other Desert Cities.”
Palm Springs Power’s Historic Streak Ends; Local Athletes Eye Olympic Glory
NBC Palm Springs Sports Desk with Tim O’Brien – July 17, 2024. In a surprising turn, the Palm Springs Power’s 51-game winning streak came to an end as they prepare for their regular season finale with a stellar 32-1 record. The California Premier Collegiate League championship series kicks off this Saturday at Palm Springs Stadium. Meanwhile, local beach volleyball players Sarah Hughes and Kelly Chang, college friends turned Olympic teammates, are gearing up for the Paris Olympics, hoping their renewed partnership will lead to gold. Tune in to NBC Palm Springs for full Olympic coverage starting July 26.
Nearly 30 rifles found during traffic stop in Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - A large amount of rifles, magazines and ammo were found by El Centro Sector agents, according to U.S. Border Patrol. BP says agents stopped a vehicle on Interstate 10 in Chiriaco Summit on the evening of July 1. A K-9 team alerted agents of suspicious items in the back of the vehicle.
At 20, Nick Dunlap shows bright PGA Tour future with fast start at Barracuda Championship
Entering January's The American Express tournament, Nick Dunlap was an amateur college golfer and sophomore at the University of Alabama who wanted to one day turn pro but figured that was years away. That changed with a magical four days in La Quinta, Calif., as Dunlap became the first amateur...
Structural Fire Contained at Single-Story Desert Hot Springs Residence
Firefighters contained a residential fire at a single-story residence in Desert Hot Springs Thursday. The blaze was first reported in the 18600 block of Ford Avenue at 4:09 a.m. Thursday, according to a Riverside County Fire Department statement. RCFD personnel were able to contain the flames within an hour. Officials...
AZDPS takes on the nation in 'America's Best Looking Cruiser Contest'
PHOENIX — It's time for Arizona's statewide police agency to flex their new line of patrol vehicles and see if the public agrees they're the best-looking ones in the country. The American Association of State Troopers is holding their annual "America's Best Looking Cruiser Contest" and the Arizona Department...
Costco building 800 apartments with rooftop pool next to new store as chain breaks into housing sector for 1st time ever
COSTCO has announced groundbreaking plans to create its own apartment complex for the first ever time. The discount chain will attempt to break into the Los Angeles market in an attempt to offer people an alternative in the housing crisis. This will be a new product launch for the retailer...
Motorcycle crash closes off area near Fry’s food store
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A motorcycle crashing into a truck closed off a section of S. 8th Avenue and W. 24th Street area near Fry's food store, according to the Yuma Police Department (YPD). YPD says officers responded to a crash Wednesday, July 17 at around 5:38 p.m. Their...
The Impacts of Excessive Heat on Unsheltered Individuals in the Inland Empire and Beyond
Overview: The Inland Empire region of Southern California is experiencing record-breaking heat, which is particularly dangerous for the homeless population. The heat can exacerbate pre-existing health conditions and increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, which can lead to hospitalization or even death. The homeless population faces unique challenges in accessing cool centers and managing chronic conditions, and the state has cut funding for programs that address extreme heat. The region’s homeless population will continue to face this additional layer of complexity as temperatures are projected to rise for the remaining months of summer.
The intricacies of rental assistance and why it sometimes backfires
A Bakersfield woman was allegedly refused an apartment after she said that her rental payment would come from housing assistance. Now the state’s Civil Rights Department is taking the matter to court.
Governor Newsom announces appointments 7.18.24
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:. Marc LeForestier, of Sacramento, has been appointed General Counsel at the Department of Cannabis Control. LeForestier has been General Counsel at the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office since 2017. He was a Supervising Deputy Attorney General in the Government Law Section at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General from 2013 to 2017 and served in several roles there from 2000 to 2013, including Supervising Deputy Attorney General, Director of Legislative Affairs and Deputy Attorney General. He is a member of the California State Bar, Public Law Section. LeForestier earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto and a Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $204,996. LeForestier is registered without party preference.
Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant
The California Mid-State Fair has crowned Megan Pagnini of Paso Robles the 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen and Miss Congeniality. The post Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
California has one of the lowest rates of low-wage workers
Nearly 16% of California workers earn less than $17 an hour — among the lowest rates in the country — per new data from Oxfam, a global, nonprofit advocacy group for income equality. Why it matters: The state has long been a leader in raising minimum wages, helping...
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