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11/01/2025

SunLine Transit Agency will offer free rides on all fixed-route buses this Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, to make voting easier for Coachella Valley residents. No fare or pass is needed—just hop on any local route and head to the polls.

11/01/2025

Big news for local students: College of the Desert will soon offer free tuition for all Coachella Valley residents beginning in fall 2026. The expanded pledge removes income and age restrictions, making higher education accessible to everyone in the community.

11/01/2025

New details are emerging in the felony case against Coachella Mayor Stephen Hernandez, who’s accused of using his public office for personal gain. Prosecutors allege Hernandez falsified income from a Coachella property and signed a contract tied to his own financial interests. He has pled not guilty to all charges.

New details are emerging in the felony case against Coachella Mayor Stephen Hernandez, who’s accused of using his public office for personal gain. Prosecutors allege Hernandez falsified income from a Coachella property and signed a contract tied to his own financial interests. He has pled not guil...

11/01/2025

The Roggin Report: Fred Roggin and his guests weigh in on whether schools are taking the fun out of Halloween. With many campuses banning candy and costumes to promote inclusivity and safety, some parents say the celebrations have become too strict.

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Fred Roggin and his guests weigh in on whether schools are taking the fun out of Halloween. With many campuses banning candy and costumes to promote inclusivity and safety, some parents say the celebrations have become too strict.

11/01/2025

The Roggin Report: In this week’s Roggin Report, Fred Roggin dives into political tensions in the Coachella Valley following La Quinta Councilman Steve Sanchez’s announcement that he’s running to unseat County Supervisor Manny Perez. Roggin extended an open invitation for both candidates to debate live on the show — and Perez’s office says they’re considering it.

In this week’s Roggin Report, Fred Roggin dives into political tensions in the Coachella Valley following La Quinta Councilman Steve Sanchez’s announcement that he’s running to unseat County Supervisor Manny Perez. Roggin extended an open invitation for both candidates to debate live on the sh...

11/01/2025

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has blocked President Trump’s executive order that would have required voters to show proof of citizenship, ruling it unconstitutional and siding with Democratic and civil rights groups who challenged the directive.

11/01/2025

Two federal judges have ruled that SNAP food assistance must continue during the ongoing government shutdown, offering temporary relief for millions of Americans struggling to afford groceries as Washington gridlock continues.

11/01/2025

Desert Regional Medical Center nurses created tiny, handmade costumes for babies in the neonatal intensive care unit, helping families celebrate their little ones’ first Halloween with smiles and joy.

11/01/2025

Coachella Valley Days of Los Mu***os is underway at Sunnylands Center & Gardens, featuring ofrendas, performances, and family-friendly activities — including a special altar honoring beloved pets from Animal Samaritans.

11/01/2025

Happy Halloween! This evening on NBC Palm Springs, the latest on the Steven Hernandez case.

All that and more right here and on nbcpalmsprings.com

11/01/2025

Maurizio Cattelan’s 18-karat gold toilet, titled “America,” is making a comeback — set to go on auction at Sotheby’s for around $10 million. The infamous artwork was once offered to President Trump and linked to a daring 2019 heist.

11/01/2025

Authorities in North Carolina say a 13-year-old boy suspected of murdering his grandmother was shot and killed after charging deputies with a piece of lumber. The case spans two counties and has left the community in shock.