🌱 Patch AM: College Of The Desert's Nursing Program Celebrates 60 Years

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Police Working To ID Children Depicted In Pornography Following Arrest Of Desert Hot Springs Man

Altogether, police counted 1,021 pictures and videos, mostly the former.

College Of The Desert's Nursing Program Celebrates 60 Years

The program was designed to prepare students for careers in healthcare while bolstering the medical workforce across the Coachella Valley.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Closing For Preventative Maintenance

The tram will be shuttered from Sept. 8 through Oct. 4, with a tentative reopening date of Oct. 5, officials said.

More Than 300 SCE Customers Without Power In Cathedral City

Additionally, traffic signals were down.

11 CSUSB Palm Desert Students Named Rogers Scholars For 2026-27 Academic Year

The students will receive financial support through the Mary Stuart Rogers Scholarship Fund.

County Contract Extended With Palm Springs Addiction Treatment, Homeless Assistance Facility

On Tuesday, the county board of supervisors signed off on continuation of the agreement with MFI Recovery Center.

More Shade Coming To Desert's CV Link

Thanks to a $1.25 million grant, structures and approximately 26 native trees are being added in Coachella, Palm Desert and Palm Springs.

🌱 Patch AM: When Palm Desert’s skies brought in celebrities, presidents and weekend pilots

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Advertising Executive Ordered To Stand Trial In Coachella Valley Woman's Death

William Frank Rodriguez was arrested last October following a Cathedral City Police Department investigation.

Multiple Vehicles Burn In Desert Hot Springs

Upon arrival Monday afternoon, crews found a vehicle fully involved in flames, which quickly extended to nearby vehicles and a structure.

Bail Release For DHS Man Suspected Of Possessing Child Pornography

Authorities allegedly discovered "more than 500 images of child pornography," police said.

Palm Springs Appoints New Police Chief

Kyle Stjerne, a 24-year veteran of the department, will begin in his new role Sept. 6 following the retirement of Chief Andy Mills.

2 Adults, 2 Children Displaced By Fire At Desert Hot Springs Apartment Complex

The fire was contained to four apartments.

🌱 Patch AM: How Palm Desert’s double-overtime thriller slipped away at the goal line

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🌱 Patch AM: Living Desert Zoo Renews Certified Autism Center Designation

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'Aircraft Emergency' Reported With Small Plane Down In RivCo: FD

A sole occupant of the plane was reportedly out safely, fire officials say.

Living Desert Zoo Renews Certified Autism Center Designation

Updated staff training and sensory accommodations will make the Palm Desert zoo more accessible to autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors.

🌱 Patch AM: Why Palm Desert deputies are warning against tampering with Flock cameras

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Felon Admits Flashing Gun During Coachella Valley Road Rage Confrontation

A plea was offered to the court immediately after he was appointed a public defender.

Coachella Valley Lakers Announce Inaugural Season Schedule

The schedule includes 48 games, with 24 at home.

🌱 Patch AM: Why Palm Desert deputies are warning against tampering with Flock cameras

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Palm Desert Road Rage, Gun Waving Suspect Appears In Court

A convicted felon is accused of waving a pistol at a motorist during a road rage confrontation in Palm Desert, then fleeing from deputies.

Data Center Applications Halted in Another Coachella Valley City

Palm Springs is the latest city to say "no" to new data center applications. But for how long?

Man, 38, Arrested In RivCo For Alleged Possession Of Child Sexual Material, Weapon

Authorities took the man into custody Friday as he was leaving work, police said.

Coachella City Council Voted To Permanently Ban Data Centers Citywide

Coachella became the first city in the Coachella Valley to enact a permanent prohibition on data centers.

🌱 Patch AM: Red Lobster In Coachella Valley Shutting Its Doors After 14 Years

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Annual Valley Wide Employment Expo Set For Next Month In Indio

Prior to the event, free preparation workshops will be held on Sept. 23 at Indio Workforce Development Center.

Red Lobster In Coachella Valley Shutting Its Doors After 14 Years

Located at Highway 111 and Fred Waring Drive, the location reportedly opened its doors in June 2012.

This Palm Springs Restaurant To Remain Open In The Heat Of The Summer

The restaurant’s signature Wiener schnitzel was included in the book “1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die.”

Road Rage Incident In Palm Desert Leads To Arrest

A victim, whose name was not revealed, told authorities that a man approached his vehicle yelling and holding a handgun.

Riverside County Sheriff's Dept. To Continue Providing Courses At College Of The Desert

The state-approved courses are taught as part of the college's Public Safety Academy program.

County Ratifies Rancho Mirage's $58M Agreement With RSO For Police Services

The five-year agreement runs through June 30, 2031.

1 Person Killed In Head-On Crash Near Desert Center

The collision involved a vehicle and big rig on state Route 177.

Gas Line Ruptures In Thermal Home

No injuries were reported.

Flock Camera Technician Assaulted, Threatened In Palm Desert: RSO

Flock Safety's automated license plate readers use network-connected cameras installed in public spaces to aid law enforcement.

Fundraiser Launched For Teen Boy Shot While Walking To School Function

According to the victim's mother, her child was "running for his life" when he was struck by gunfire.

Fatal Palm Desert Crash Likely Triggered By Medical Emergency: CHP

The crash was reported around 10 a.m. Tuesday at 78152 Varner Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Man Found Dead In Desert Off Highway 111, Near Whitewater

The Riverside County Sheriff's Department was investigating the death.

Earthquake Rattles Coachella Valley, Salton Sea Communities

The temblor was centered roughly 31 miles south-southeast of Coachella, near the Salton Sea, according to the USGS.