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Dead tortoises, a suicide and a car chase. The story of Joshua Tree Tortoise Rescue's last days

Witness accounts and public records provide a glimpse into the spiral of neglect and death that marked the nonprofit's inglorious end.

 

California requires hospitals to turn to a patient's next of kin, closing a longtime loophole

A state law establishes a list of representatives who can make medical decisions for patients unable to convey their wishes. California is late to making the change.

 

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: Special President's Day weekend hours

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate on a modified schedule during the Presidents' Day holiday weekend

 

Tolerance Education Center in Rancho Mirage reopens with new director

New executive director Nancy Zangwill Kaye said the center will open its doors on Sundays in February, 'with more regular hours to follow.'

 

Who draws the lines? A big push for independent local redistricting in California

Advocates and lawmakers are calling for fully independent commissions to decide election districts for cities and counties across California.

 

After LA synagogue shootings, suspect tracked down, arrested in Cathedral City

The FBI says Jaime Tran admitted he targeted the victims because they're Jewish and has a history of making anti-Semitic threats.

 

Palm Desert lowers cannabis taxes as industry faces falling sales and booming black market

Other valley cities have also discussed how to ease the economic burden that cannabis businesses say they're facing.

 

Palm Desert Greek Festival returns Saturday after two-year hiatus

This year, the Greek food and culture festival is celebrating its 25th rendition, after canceling in 2021 and 2022 due to COVID.

 

Múmawet Hill is dedicated in the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve

Múmawet Hill is dedicated in the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve, Feb. 16, 2023.

 

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