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EVENING NEWS

ROC's Firehouse in Palm Desert Becomes Firebirds Watch Hub With Game-Day Specials

ROC's Firehouse is offering Firebirds fans food, drink specials, and a game-day watch party atmosphere just minutes from Acrisure Arena for tonight’s playoff matchup.

8 hours 43 minutes ago • NBC Palm Springs

Decision 2026

Candidates Lay Out Key Issues in California’s 25th Congressional District Race

Candidates in California’s 25th Congressional District, including incumbent Dr. Raul Ruiz and Republican challenger Joe Males, are focusing their campaigns on cost of living, healthcare, immigration and economic policy ahead of the 2026 election.

8 hours 48 minutes ago • NBC Palm Springs

Sports

Firebirds Look to Bounce Back in Game 2 Against Colorado Eagles in Pacific Division Finals

The Coachella Valley Firebirds face the Colorado Eagles in Game 2 of the Pacific Division Finals after dropping Game 1, with lineup adjustments expected and playoff intensity rising at Acrisure Arena.

8 hours 57 minutes ago • NBC Palm Springs

CA, US & World

Social Media Platforms Failing to Protect LGBTQ Users According to New Safety Index

The 2026 LGBTQ Social Media Safety Index released by GLAAD reveals that major platforms are reaching historic lows in protecting queer users from hate and disinformation. While TikTok remains the highest-rated platform with a score of 56, YouTube suffered the steepest decline after removing gender identity from its protected characteristics. X continues to rank as the least safe platform for LGBTQ users.

12 hours 58 minutes ago • Public News Service