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Town hall offers chance for police chief, LGBTQ community to continue vital dialogue

During a 90-minute event Tuesday evening, Chief Andy Mills answered questions ranging from potential threats in the city from outsiders, to the arrest of a local man suspected of multiple violent attacks on other men.

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Some homes on, near hillsides in Palm Springs at greater risk from wildfires; inspections urged

Fire officials say vegetation management is a major factor in reducing the chances of buildings near wildlands catching fire.

‘If I fell into it, anybody can’: Online dating sites great for connection, but also for cons

More than 19,000 people reported being victims of romance scams last year. As one local woman shares her story, police are warning the community and offering advice.

Police hope package thieves will take the bait as new program rolls out in coordination with Amazon

Over the next several weeks, officers will go through training for the program and then roll out roughly 30 to 60 'bait boxes' in the city.

City taps Long Beach assistant fire chief as new head of Palm Springs Fire Department

Paul Alvarado will step into the role currently occupied by Deputy Fire Chief Jason Loya, who became the interim fire chief following Kevin Nalder's resignation last August.

Plea deal in alleged bribery case involving mall site, former mayor, appears to have been reached

Court records show Richard Meaney has had all but one charge dismissed. Published reports state he entered a plea of guilty to a single misdemeanor conflict-of-interest count last month.

Cyclist dies after early-morning collision on Ramon Road

Local cycling advocates who keep track of fatalities say more than three dozen bicyclists have lost their lives on Coachella Valley roadways in the past 20 years.

Jury returns guilty verdicts in 2019 Palm Springs quadruple murder case

The penalty phase of the trial starts Wednesday. Jurors will recommend whether Jose Larin-Garcia should face the death penalty or life in prison without parole. 

Report: Palm Springs among top 25 small cities with highest roadway fatality rates

Calculating rates for anything in Palm Springs proves difficult since the city’s full-time population and its in-season population can vary widely, often skewing the math.

First day of new police effort to aid with homeless crisis sees immediate results; cooperation could lead to arrests

The goal of Operation Relentless Sun is to not only count and interact with people who live outside each day, but to be 'consistent and firm' with those who prey on them.

Palm Springs Fire Department now fully staffed following ceremony welcoming 13 new members

The new members of the fire family were pinned following a six-week in-house academy. It's the largest class in city history and could lead to lower insurance rates for property owners.

Data shows decrease in most crime in 2022; chief hopes public will be able to separate perception from reality

Police Chief Andy Mills on Wednesday credited the community as a whole for the drop in crime, as well as his officers.

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