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Palm Springs International Film Society expands programs for local youth
The Palm Springs International Film Society announced it is expanding programs aimed at nurturing young talent and fostering a deeper appreciation for the cinematic arts. The “Filmmaker in the Classroom” workshops and youth jury opportunities will reach students of all ages throughout the valley. The workshops will be led by ShortFest alumni and industry professionals,
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Critically endangered Mojave desert tortoises emerge from winter shelter
The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens have reintroduced 70 critically endangered Mojave desert tortoises to their native habitat on Edwards Air Force Base. The tortoises emerged from their winter burrows Monday following the transfer of the animals as part of a collaborative effort to increase the species’ survival
Felon who sold fentanyl, meth, heroin in Riverside County headed to prison
A convicted felon who stored thousands of fentanyl pills, as well as large quantities of methamphetamine and heroin, for sale out of his Cherry Valley home was bound for state prison today to serve a 10-year sentence. Julio Cesar Castillo, 52, pleaded guilty in February to three counts of possession of controlled substances for
Suspect arrested in connection with fire that destroyed four Palm Desert businesses
Update 4/16/24 CAL FIRE announced that a suspect was arrested in connection with the fire. The suspect, a 30-year-old woman, is facing multiple charges including arson. She’s been booked by CAL FIRE Prevention Officers into the Smith Detention Center in Banning, where she remains on $100,000 bail. Original Report 4/14/24 Cal Fire is still on
Improvements planned around National Monument in Palm Desert for Earth Day
U.S. Forest Service rangers are inviting anyone with a desire to contribute to improving the San Bernardino National Forest for Earth Day to join volunteers on Saturday for trail upgrades around the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument in Palm Desert. The USFS is partnering with the nonprofit Friends of the Desert Mountains,
Customers heartbroken over four Palm Desert businesses destroyed by fire
Update 4/16/24 CAL FIRE announced that a suspect were arrested in connection with the fire. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, is facing multiple charges including arson. They have been booked by CAL FIRE Prevention Officers into the Smith Detention Center in Banning. Original Report 4/15/24 Several locals are in shock after discovering
A nearly $4M sidewalk & expansion project set to be completed by 2025 in Cathedral City
Two construction projects worth almost $4 million in Cathedral City are moving into phase two. The city received funding for these projects from the Active Transportation Program. The projects include a sidewalk and multi-use trail on Cathedral Canyon Drive and an expansion of Date Palm Drive. These projects will make commuting safer for pedestrians, cyclists,
Traffic expected as Coachella attendees leave the Coachella Valley
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival ended late Sunday night. 125,000 concert attendees will be leaving the Coachella Valley on Monday, creating major traffic congestion. There was expected to be heavy traffic on Interstate 10 heading west towards Los Angeles. Campers must check out of the campground Monday morning and leave the area. Traffic