🌱 Student Threats + Shots Off Covey + Homeless Navigation Center

Morning, friends! Today’s National Yo-Yo Day; did you know that the first depiction of a yo-yo dates back to Ancient Greece, but reportedly came to the United States with young Pedro Flores from the Philippines sometime in the 1920s? It's Sylvia, your host of the Palm Springs Patch newsletter — back with what's happening in town these days. Today we'll cover:

• 👮 A possibly suspicious death.
• ⬅️ Power outage sends students home.
• 💰 More money for the Homeless Navigation Center.

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📰 Here are the top stories today in Palm Springs:

1. Last week, a man was found dead inside his home in the 1600 block of East Palm Canyon Drive. Something must not have been looking right to authorities, because they scheduled an autopsy to determine if the death “resulted from a criminal act.” The police department intends to release more information once it has the results. (Patch)
2. A 16-year-old Cathedral City High School student allegedly threatened to shoot students at the school. Tips allowed police officers to arrest the juvenile before anything could happen. “No weapons were located nor involved in the threats, and no specific students were directly named or threatened in this case.” (Uken Report)
3. A shooting did happen off Covey Street in the north part of the city. However, the details are sketchy. We know that there are reports of two gunshot victims. Moreover, one victim apparently self-transported to the hospital. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, but we still don’t know “if there is one shooting suspect or more.” (KESQ)
4. Students at Julius Corsini Elementary School probably rejoiced on Monday when a power outage led to an early dismissal. However, Southern California Edison had the power back on by 10:45 a.m., and school will be back in session as planned. (My News LA)
5. So far, the Homeless Navigation Center has received $28 million. Now, the team behind the McCarthy Road project is asking for more money. Construction bids have come in higher than expected, and the money is needed to stay on track. The city council is considering allocating “$5,000,000 from the Fiscal Year 2024 General Fund Budget.” Riverside County has committed an additional $3 million. (KESQ)

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📆 Today in Palm Springs:

Tuesday, June 6

• Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce holds a Lead$ Lunch at Sol Agave - (12 PM)
• Rick's Restaurant hosts "Do The Right Thing!" with Terri Ketover (12 PM)
• Palm Springs Police LGBTQ Town Hall Meeting at Hunter's (5 PM)
• The HARP: Positive Life Series continues at the Palm Springs Cultural Center (6 PM)
• Palm Springs High School celebrates Graduation (7:30 PM)

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🖊️ From my notebook:

• "Join us all summer, every Tuesday and Wednesday for Regal Summer Movie Express. During the first show of the day, enjoy $2 tickets as we bring great family movies back to the BIG screen!" (Activity Hero)
• "Desert Sun staffers are marching today in downtown Palm Springs! We and 20+ Gannett newsrooms are walking out to demand a fair contract now." (Desert Sun NewsGuild)
• "RIV: SR-111 / Palm Springs. Curb ramp enhancements-lighting modifications continue in various locations from Gateway Dr. to Lawrence Crossley Rd. One lane to remain open in each direction at all times. Use caution." (Caltrans District 8)
• "Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is the perfect opportunity to savor the start of summer — every poolside bite, every chilled cocktail, every sunset dinner with a view — with more options including prix fixe menus and exclusive special offers only available during Restaurant Week. This annual event returns June 2-11, 2023, offering residents and visitors 10 days of exquisite dining experiences throughout our nine-city oasis." (Visit Greater Palm Springs)
• "Power fans! This week we take on the IV Legends, Southern Nevada Coyotes, and Inland Valley Pirates! Our $2 Beer Tuesdays and $4 Wine Wednesdays are back this week as well. We hope to see you here at Palm Springs Stadium." (Palm Springs Power)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Sylvia Cochran

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