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Desert Christian Academy jumps in Week 5 power rankings | Exclusive

Desert Christian Academy jumps in Week 5 power rankings | Exclusive

DCA benefits from a big win over Yucca Valley while La Quinta gets back to No. 1 despite a narrow loss on Friday.
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Where to get 10 of greater Palm Springs' best sandwiches

Where to get 10 of greater Palm Springs' best sandwiches

Looking for the perfect lunch? Consider grabbing one of our five favorite sandwiches from these Coachella Valley restaurants.
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Need a night at the theater? Here's a few things to do in Palm Springs

Need a night at the theater? Here's a few things to do in Palm Springs

"The Killers of Kill Tony" stand-up comedy show will be staged on Saturday, Sept. 19, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio.
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Ohio lawmaker's Columbus address change resets residency challenge

Ohio lawmaker's Columbus address change resets residency challenge

State Rep. Ismail Mohamed, D-3rd District, has come under scrutiny over whether he lives in Columbus or at a home in Delaware County.
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Aurora Voters to Decide on Mayoral Recall Mechanism in November Election

Aurora Voters to Decide on Mayoral Recall Mechanism in November Election

Aurora, Illinois, voters will have the opportunity to decide in the upcoming November election whether the city should implement a mechanism allowing for the recall of a sitting mayor before their term concludes. The Aurora electoral board recently approved a referendum question for the ballot concerning mayoral recall. This decision came after a Monday vote by the board. However, a similar proposal to allow for the recall of at-large aldermen was not approved for the ballot. The board cited an insufficient number of valid signatures on the petition for the aldermanic recall measure as the reason for its exclusion. The group Aurora for Change, which spearheaded the effort to get these questions on the ballot, views the approval of the mayoral recall referendum as a significant victory for voter empowerment in Aurora and beyond. If approved by voters, this mechanism would be the first of its kind for an elected mayor of a home-rule municipality in Illinois.
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J Street Launches $3 Million Campaign Against AIPAC-Backed Republican Candidates

J Street Launches $3 Million Campaign Against AIPAC-Backed Republican Candidates

J Street, a liberal Jewish Middle East advocacy group, has announced a $3 million super PAC investment aimed at defeating several Republican candidates who are backed by AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee). This initiative marks J Street's largest super PAC expenditure in its history and represents a shift in strategy, as the organization typically endorses candidates rather than directly targeting opponents based on AIPAC endorsements. The campaign will focus on ads against Republican Rep. Mike Collins, who is running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia, and incumbent Representatives Max Miller (Ohio), Derrick Van Orden (Wisconsin), Ryan Mackenzie (Pennsylvania), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Iowa). J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami stated that these candidates were selected due to their competitive races, ideological distance from J Street's positions, and connections to efforts to deny or overturn the 2020 election results. This move comes amidst increasing scrutiny of AIPAC's influence and spen...
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You won't want to miss these 10 greater Palm Springs events this week

You won't want to miss these 10 greater Palm Springs events this week

From live shows to a LGBTQ film festival to Taste of Palm Springs, here's the top events to check out in the desert this week.
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How at-risk Coachella Valley youth can find shelter and other help

How at-risk Coachella Valley youth can find shelter and other help

The group SafeHouse still helps at-risk Coachella Valley youth, despite no longer offering emergency services 24-7 on its Thousand Palms campus.
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Desert Christian Academy makes quiet statement in 48-7 win

Desert Christian Academy makes quiet statement in 48-7 win

The Conquerors led 34-0 at the intermission and raised some eyebrows with their dominance.
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Gradual Cooling Trend to Start the Week in Coachella Valley

Gradual Cooling Trend to Start the Week in Coachella Valley

The Coachella Valley is experiencing a gradual cooling trend as the week begins, providing some relief from recent high temperatures. While specific temperature values were not provided, the region is expected to see a slight drop in daytime highs, making outdoor activities more comfortable. This cooling trend follows a period of intense heat, which had prompted heat alerts and the opening of cooling centers across the area. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the milder weather conditions while remaining cautious of potential heat-related risks, especially during peak afternoon hours. Source time: 2026-09-13 22:26:48 GMT.
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GOP Rep. Luna Alleges Foreign-Funded Republican Voter Suppression Campaign Tied to China

GOP Rep. Luna Alleges Foreign-Funded Republican Voter Suppression Campaign Tied to China

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has claimed that a Republican voter suppression campaign is currently underway, which she attributes to foreign funding and influence, specifically from China. During an appearance on FNC’s 'Jesse Watters Primetime,' Rep. Luna stated that while the Republican grassroots base is energized, there is a concerted effort to prevent Republicans from showing support for the administration and their party in the upcoming election cycle. She asserted that a significant portion of the division observed in the country and the suppression campaign is 'foreign-funded' and 'tied to China.' Rep. Luna urged Americans to show up at the polls and vote, emphasizing the positive impact of Republican-backed issues on the American people.
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Ethics Watchdogs Await Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Financial Report Amid Conflict of Interest Concerns

Ethics Watchdogs Await Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Financial Report Amid Conflict of Interest Concerns

Ethics watchdogs are awaiting the release of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s financial report, which was due in May. The delay has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding his past work as an anti-vaccine activist and an attorney. During his Senate confirmation process, Kennedy signed an ethics agreement acknowledging that he would continue to receive referral fees from the law firm Wisner Baum, which sued Merck over its HPV vaccine, Gardasil. For each referral, Kennedy was eligible for a 10% cut of any awards or settlement money. This situation raised red flags because the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which Kennedy now heads, includes the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which regulates pharmaceutical companies like Merck. Following concerns from Senator Elizabeth Warren, Kennedy amended his ethics agreement, stating that referral fees would go to a "nondependent adult family member." However, a recent settlement in the Merck lawsuit has p...