PSPD plans to use its share of the funds for its “comprehensive crime prevention model” that targets retail and vehicle theft, including the theft of catalytic converters.
After a 'smash and grab' was reported downtown last month, tensions are understandably high. PSPD Lt. William Hutchinson offered advice for both local business owners and the community, stressing safety first.
The efforts include those by Riverside County to collect reports of damage, those of a local museum to collect funds, and those of one Palm Springs resident to send letters to state officials. Here's what we know.
A 28-year-old male suspected was booked into the Larson Justice Center in Indio Thursday where he was being held on $75,000 bail.
Preparation by residents, city staff, and first responders was key to preventing major storm-related incidents. In other parts of the valley, however, the scene was quite different.
Despite dramatic scenes as water rushed through the streets and washes of the city, no deaths or major injuries were reported as a result of the storm. Skies are now mostly clear.
Strong winds, heavy rains, and flooding are predicted to accompany a storm associated with Hurricane Hilary. Here's what we know about sandbags, flights at PSP, school closures and more.
While the hurricane has weakened, as much rainfall to hit Palm Springs as the city normally receives in a year is expected to be accompanied by strong winds, perhaps wreaking havoc here.
Witnesses reported two men entered the shop armed with hammers. An employee of the store reportedly fired a gun during the incident.
Although it’s difficult to discern the reason behind increases or decreases in violent crime, police here believe some of their recent efforts may be behind this year’s decrease.
Palm Springs police are encouraging members of the public to come forward with any information they may have about events involving gunshots dating back to last Saturday.
If secured, the state money would help to fund a pair of small bridges over problem areas along the roadway that often close due to flooding or when sand is kicked up during high winds.
