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UCI Health welcomes first patients to new Irvine cancer center
The UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center opened its second clinical hub on July 16, marking a significant milestone in cancer care for Orange County. On the first day of operations, more than 160 patients received world-class care from specialists at the state-of-the-art facility, including 18 outpatient surgeries. The...
$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...
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.
Hemet’s 2021-2029 Housing Element approved by HCD
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has officially approved the City’ of Hemet’s Housing Element for 2021-2029. This approval is a step forward in Hemet’s ongoing efforts to address housing needs and enhance community safety. The approved Housing Element outlines a comprehensive plan to...
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...
Temps as high as 110 to Southern California and Northern California Inching to Record Numbers
Oppressive heat is headed to Southern California. The National Weather Service says the high temperatures will pick up today and Saturday. Anywhere inland of Downtown Los Angeles will experience warming, with 93 to 103 degrees common for highs. Excessive heat warnings are in place for the Antelope and Santa Clarita Valleys through Wednesday, where the mercury is expected to hit 110 degrees.
Giant lake suddenly returns 130 years after vanishing
Tulare Lake, located in California’s San Joaquin Valley, was once one of the largest bodies of freshwater in the whole of the US.But, some 130 years ago it disappeared – thanks largely to the greed of colonialists, who drained its waters to create arable farmland.And yet, last year, the once-cherished lake suddenly reemerged, bringing with it both positive and painful effects.Back in the late 19th Century, Tulare stretched more than 100 miles long and 30 miles wide, and was “the largest body of freshwater west of the Mississippi River”, Vivian Underhill of Northeastern University explained in a news release.At this...
Mega Millions ticket worth $540,000 sold in California
LOS ANGELES - Feeling lucky? As the nation awaits the $279 million Mega Millions lottery winner, someone in California may be a half-million dollars richer. According to California Lottery's website late Friday night, a ticket worth $548,195 was sold at a Vons on North Figueroa Street in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Suspect Flees Empty-Handed in Latest Coachella Valley Bank Robbery
A man in disguise attempted to rob a Wells Fargo in Palm Springs last night but fled without any money. The suspect, who threatened a teller with a firearm, was later tracked to a vehicle in Thousand Palms, where authorities detained three individuals and recovered the weapon. This marks the third bank robbery in the Coachella Valley in under a month. Although the same suspect may be responsible for earlier heists, he is not linked to last night’s incident. No injuries were reported.
Los Angeles-area ports suffer ‘minimal disruptions’ after global tech outage
Global disruptions caused by a faulty software update have had a substantial local effect in Southern California, specifically at Los Angeles International Airport, but officials say local ports have gotten away with just “minimal disruptions.” In a statement provided to KTLA, Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero said four terminal computers suffered issues related […]
In a California gold rush town, some Black families are fighting for land taken from their ancestors
COLOMA, Calif. (AP) — In a tiny town where the California gold rush began, Black families are seeking restitution for land that was taken from their ancestors to make way for a state park now frequented by fourth graders learning about the state’s history. Their efforts in Coloma,...
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