Political Insider: Hoffman could be guiding Sea next -- The Desert Sun

Salton Sea authority, Benoit-Bogh flyer debate, Palm Springs Democrats, Brian Nestande, Bono wedding, Steve Pougnet

Political Notebook - 09/17 -- P-E

Paul Cook goes to China, Connie Mack and Mary Bono, GOP Nanny of the Year locals, legislative bingo

Four interviewed today for county sheriff -- The Desert Sun

Four law enforcement veterans -- three men and a woman - vying to be appointed to fill the remainder of Riverside County Sheriff Bob Doyle's term will be questioned by county supervisors today about their qualifications.

Can Richardson get any respect? -- The Desert Sun

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, the first major Latino presidential candidate, hopes his performance in a recent televised Spanish-language debate will boost his standing among Democratic White House hopefuls.

City attorney debate causes flap -- The Desert Sun

Cathedral City Councilman Paul Marchand believes a fellow council member's concern over the use of city attorney services is really a personal attack against him.

New CVEP CEO to address Leadership Coachella Valley -- The Desert Sun

The new chief executive officer of the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership will address alumni of Leadership Coachella Valley at the Class of 2008’s kick-off mixer from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Desert Willow Golf Resort, 39-995 Desert Willow Drive in Palm Desert.

Council ready to sign Daniels -- The Desert Sun

City Council is set to ratify a contract between the city and newly appointed City Manager Rick Daniels on Tuesday during a regular meeting at 6 p.m. held in City Council Chambers, 11-711 West Drive.

Desert Healthcare District hit by wave of departures -- The Desert Sun

The Desert Healthcare District has lost three management positions, half its staff, in four months.

Son of Cold War legend speaks at March museum -- P-E

It's been five decades since his spy plane was shot down over the Soviet Union but numerous theories continue swirling around the final covert flight of Francis Gary Powers.

Awards to film, music standouts close out Temecula Valley film fest -- P-E and The Californian

The stars came out before dark Sunday as more than 600 entertainers gathered to honor award winners at the closing night gala of the 13th annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival at Pechanga Resort & Casino near Temecula.

Opinion: Pricing power -- P-E

The Riverside City Council's policy on electricity rates should be built on a stronger foundation than avoiding complaints from constituents.

Opinion: Emissions victory -- P-E

A federal judge in Vermont demolished one more excuse for federal dawdling on California's proposed tailpipe emissions standards.