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Female inmates file suit related to acts by ‘sexual predator’ ex-RivCo deputy
Female inmates sexually exploited by an ex-Riverside County sheriff’s deputy responsible for supervising them on a home detention program are federally suing the county, sheriff’s administrators and others for alleged civil rights violations, it was announced today. “Deputy (Christian) Heidecker sexually preyed upon the plaintiff(s) and took advantage of (their) vulnerabilities,” according to a
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Palm Springs City Council approves local hazard mitigation plan
Update 3/28/24 – 8:00 PM The Palm Springs City Council unanimously approved the hazard mitigation plan. Derelict land in Palm Springs is causing residents concerns, as they ask questions about disaster plans and the city’s priority placement of Fire mitigation. David Lee is a resident who bikes around the neighborhood and has even witnessed a
California proposal would change how power bills are calculated, aiming to relieve summer spikes
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — It’s become a rite of summer in sunny California: When the temperature spikes, so do electricity bills, leaving some customers with monthly payments over $500. A big reason for that is the way California’s largest power companies calculate rates. The more power you use, the more
DHS woman dead, four people injured after crash in Palm Springs
Update 3/28/24 The person killed in the crash Alexa Labrecque, 28, of Desert Hot Springs Original Report 3/27/24 One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash that left four others hospitalized Wednesday afternoon in Palm Springs. The crash happened in the area of N Indian Canyon Drive and 20th Avenue. According to the Palm Springs
Galleri Classic returns to Mission Hills amid stellar player field
Today marks the second round of play at the Galleri Classic’s Pro-Am event. On Thursday, the three-round competition begins. Defending champ David Thoms will tee off alongside current Charles Schwab Cup leader Steven Alker. Also in the competition are legends like Joe Durant, Stephen Ames, Steve Stricker, and Jerry Kelly. The player field includes 19
California law enforcement agencies have hindered transparency efforts in use-of-force cases
By TYLER DEDRICK Howard Center for Investigative Journalism Despite laws intended to “pierce the secrecy” protecting California police officers, law enforcement agencies have thwarted those who seek information on cases of alleged misconduct — in some instances battling requesters in court. And some basic personnel records — including complaints and disciplinary action against officers —
Indio leaders and community members show support for Chief Brian Tully at swearing-in ceremony
New Chief of Police Brian Tully was sworn-in Wednesday afternoon after the City of Indio abruptly announced a change in leadership this week. There’s yet to be an explanation for the departure of former Police Chief Mike Washburn, who was on a personal leave. There was hardly an empty seat at Indio Council Chambers Wednesday
Players have familiar feeling as they return to desert and get excited for second Galleri Classic
It’s hard to beat golf in the desert when the weather is right, which it is most of the time. It's in the details.📸 @enerey3 pic.twitter.com/bup9buyzC7— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) March 28, 2024 We’ll see if stays that way throughout the tournament this week for the 2nd playing of the Galleri Classic presented by Spotlight 29