![Coachella Valley Weekend Forecast: Smoke Advisory and Cooler Temps Ahead [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312609_0_thumbnailpng.jpg)
A smoke advisory is in effect through Saturday night in the Coachella Valley, with todays high reaching 102F. Air quality is moderate, so those with respiratory issues should stay indoors. Expect cooler temperatures starting next week, with highs dropping into the 80s by Monday. Stay safe and enjoy the weekend!
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![UN chief condemns collective punishment of Palestinians [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312555_0_66e8aebe85676imagejpg.jpg)
Nothing justifies Israel’s collective punishment of the people of Gaza as they endure “unimaginable” suffering, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told AFP on Monday. Guterres lashed out at Israel’s handling of its war in the devastated Palestinian territory, now almost in its second year, as the UN prepares to host world leaders starting next week. “It
![Polk and Pasco Counties utility rates increasing [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312483_0_e9d6c7260f674f56947b79b3b8b8732b1140x641jpg.jpg)
Residents in Polk and Pasco Counties will see a larger utility bill beginning in October due to increasing rates.
![Ottawa’s new 3-item garbage limit begins Sept. 30, with three month phase in on enforcement [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312342_0_garbagepickup170400381726518606560jpg.jpg)
Starting September 30, all households will be limited to three items of curbside waste every two weeks. Residents with garbage collection this week will be the first households to face the new three-item limit when the new rules take effect.
![Lewis Hamilton makes weird revelation about Mercedes car at F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312315_0_GettyImages2172097053jpg.jpg)
The seven-time F1 world champion finished ninth after starting Sundays race in Baku from the pit lane
![Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid, 2… La Liga Shotoe New Zealand [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312032_0_4918200confirmedlineupsrealsociedadvsrealmadrid2024laligajpg.jpg)
All set for whats expected to be a tough away game for Real Madrid. Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the… La Liga
![Historic private astronaut mission prepares for splashdown [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_312011_0_66e6273a36900imagejpg.jpg)
The SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission, which made history when its crew conducted the first ever spacewalk by non-government astronauts, is returning to Earth on Sunday. Splashdown is scheduled to take place at approximately 3:36 am Eastern Time (0736 GMT) off the coast of Dry Tortugas, Florida. A live webcast will be carried by SpaceX starting
![49ers Place Star Christian McCaffrey on IR Due to Calf and Achilles Injury [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_311990_0_christianmccaffreyjpg.jpg)
The 49ers have placed starting running back Christian McCaffrey on IR.
![North Carolina’s absentee ballot release was delayed by RFK Jr. ruling, but will begin next week [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_311963_0_e310e1ad2b714386a7af6bf3ca592a061140x641jpg.jpg)
North Carolinas first absentee ballots for the November election will now be distributed starting late next week.
![Highs dipping to 80 starting next week [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_311721_0_defaultimage1200x8001jpg.jpg)
Highs dipping to 80 starting next week
![Pac-12 expansion on the way as conference adds four teams NBC 6 South Florida [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_311273_0_GettyImages2170119422jpg.jpg)
The Pac-12 is adding Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State, starting in 2026, to join Oregon State and Washington State in a rebuilt.
![Wildfires rage in California as authorities arrest man for starting massive Line Fire [Video]](https://smallbizsage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mp_311267_0_0912cmocafirestracymidjpg.jpg)
Nearly 6,000 first responders are working to control 16 active wildfires in California. Authorities have arrested Justin Halstenberg, 34, for allegedly starting the Line Fire, which has spread to over 36,000 acres. Meanwhile, the Bridge Fire is California's largest, exploding to nearly 50,000 acres.