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San Manuel Casino, Pechanga suspending operations due to coronavirus Meet the lead bullet miners of the Santa Ana River Coronavirus: Palm Springs city manager declares local emergency; businesses asked to cut occupancy Most Recent Column: Jerry Brown’s big school reform falls short One dead in Indio after apparent stabbing, police say San Manuel Casino, Pechanga suspending operations due to coronavirus Coronavirus petition seeks mandatory social isolation for the Coachella Valley Experts say COVID-19 airport health screenings are necessary Fake COVID-19 test kits seized at LAX, officials say Quick Links Primary voter guide Register to vote National election news E-edition Weather Homeless in the Valley Obituaries Crosswords Subscribe Calendar Newsletters Advertise with us Storytellers Project Country Mile From The Vault Coronavirus: What events are canceled or postponed? Here's what we know so far about the status of various events, including White Party and ANA Inspiration, in the Coachella Valley. Health | 1 day ago Coronavirus update: 2 more in valley test positive Six cases have been reported in the Coachella Valley since Friday, officials said. Health | 9 hours ago Coronavirus: Eisenhower expecting 200 test kits President Donald Trump declared a national emergency Friday, hours before three more cases were confirmed in the Coachella Valley. Health | 1 day ago Coronavirus petition seeks mandatory social isolation for the Coachella Valley At least one Eisenhower Health doctor, who says he signed the petition, believes it's the best thing to do for the valley. Health | 3 hours ago Coronavirus: Patient spent time at Rancho Mirage nursing home The individual spent several days in the Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center before being transferred to the hospital. Health | 13 hours ago Fake COVID-19 test kits seized at LAX, officials say Counterfeit COVID-19 test kits were intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers when they arrived at the LAX International Mail Facility, authorities said Saturday. Health | 9 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Walk among wallabies at Living Desert’s new exhibit As other attractions shutter over coronavirus concerns, The Living Desert remains open, however zoo officials say some indoor areas will be closed as a precaution. Palm Desert | 1 day ago FROM THE VAULT: The 1969 ‘hippie invasion’ of Palm Springs The 1969 Palm Springs Pop Festival, meant as a follow-up to that harbinger of Summer of Love, Monterey Pop, turned into a riot with the city hiring more than 250 police officers to protect it from what The Desert Sun called a "hippie invasion." People | 4 hours ago Get the In California Email Newsletter A daily spotlight on all things Golden State. Thanks for signing up for the In California newsletter We're sorry. something went wrong. Please try again soon, or contact Customer Service at 1-800-834-6052 Sign up for more Newsletters One dead in Indio after apparent stabbing, police say Initial reports suggest the confrontation took place in the Circle K parking lot at Jefferson Street and Highway 111, police said. Crime & Courts | 4 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Cream tribute band tops this weekend’s nightlife Coachella Valley Brewing Co. in Thousand Palms will host a pre-St. Patrick's Day show with local bands. Life | 1 day ago Coronavirus FAQ: Share your questions The Desert Sun wants to answer your coronavirus questions. Health | 1 day ago Riverside County orders closure of all schools The order will be lifted April 3 and classes will resume on April 6. Health | 14 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Matzner drops suit against Keller after loan repaid Harold Matzner drops suit against Jerry Keller after philanthropist and owner of Lulu's restaurant pays back loan from 2017. Crime & Courts | 1 day ago Experts say COVID-19 airport health screenings are necessary Airports do not have the legal authority to conduct health screenings. The federal government has the authority to issue this mandate. Health | 10 hours ago California primary: Key takeaways in Riverside County and more Disclaimer: The dust has yet to settle. Elections Trump says he took coronavirus test Trump told reporters his temperature was "totally normal" and that he took the test last night and would await results. Politics | 15 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS CVWD VP Castulo Estrada arrested for public intoxication Coachella Valley Water District Vice President Castulo Real Estrada was arrested on March 8 for public intoxication. Politics | 1 day ago Coronavirus: Apple store on El Paseo to close for 2 weeks The company is closing all stores for 2 weeks after an employee in Santa Monica tested positive for COVID-19 Health | 17 hours ago California primary: Updated results from Super Tuesday California voters went to the polls on Super Tuesday. We are tracking the races in the Coachella Valley. Elections | 4 days ago Coronavirus: Calif. gives taxpayers extension to June 15 Taxpayers simply need to write 'COVID-19' on their forms to qualify. Interest and late filing and late payment penalties will be waived. News | 1 day ago Trump considering domestic travel restrictions In addition to potential domestic restrictions, Trump added the UK and Ireland to the existing international ban. Airline News | 10 hours ago House passes coronavirus relief deal agreed by Pelosi, Trump The House passed legislation to provide economic relief to Americans affected by coronavirus after Trump said he would support the measure. Politics | 19 hours ago What drive-up coronavirus testing is like in San Francisco Kaiser Permanente will provide the new testing options to patients who meet CDC criteria and have already been given orders from their doctor Health | 1 day ago Coronavirus: Some music venues, theaters still open Some venues have closed; for others, the show goes on while owners proceed with caution. Health | 1 day ago Recent Obituaries See more obituaries Search obituaries by name Search Southwest, St. Margaret’s to stream church services At least two of the Coachella Valley's largest churches are moving Sunday services to the internet, while Catholic churches will continue to hold Mass. Palm Desert | 1 day ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS One woman’s drive to spay and neuter animals Since its founding in 2016, the SNIP project has Life | 1 day ago Coronavirus: Should I still vacation in Palm Springs? Some tourist destinations are still open, like the Living Desert zoo and Palm Springs Art Museum. News | 14 hours ago IID balks at new Mayes effort to revamp board A new bill from Mayes calls for a study on the board's makeup. 60% of IID power customers live in Riverside, and don't get to elect board members Energy | 1 day ago Marketplace PUBLIC NOTICES JOBS CARS HOMES APARTMENTS MOONLIGHTING LIST OPEN HOMES MEMBER GUIDE Sign up for our new California newsletter Meet Arlene Martinez, author of our new Golden State-focused newsletter, featuring the best California journalism from The Desert Sun and USA TODAY. News How to place an obit with The Desert Sun Local Coronavirus update: Riverside County cancels large events River...