News from 2022
Coachella resident, 22, arrested in shooting: Shooter 'was taken into custody without incident'
By George Willis | Jul 6, 2022
Victim gunned down while walking to car
Newly appointed sustainability director McCloy 'thrilled and honored to join the City of Palm Springs team'
By Donna Rolando | Jul 3, 2022
Lindsey-Paige McCloy has been named Palm Springs' new sustainability director, a role that finds her eager to help the City continue its efforts to fight the climate crisis.
Coachella Valley offers championship golf, free movies, pool parties and more from July 11-17
By Donna Rolando | Jul 2, 2022
Coachella Valley is hosting a bevy of enriching and entertaining events from July 11-17.
California state budget allocates $2.5 million to restoration of Palm Spring's Plaza Theatre
By Donna Rolando | Jul 2, 2022
A recent version of California's state budget plan includes $2.5 million to go toward the restoration of the Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs.
California DOJ breach of personal data leaves decade of concealed carry applicants at risk
By Donna Rolando | Jul 2, 2022
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department has reported a recent breach of personal data at the California Department of Justice (DOJ) involving all who applied for a concealed carry weapon permit in the county between 2011 and 2021.
City of Palm Springs All American Fourth of July Pool Party, Baseball & Fireworks
By Press release submission | Jul 1, 2022
The City of Palm Springs Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to present a host of FREE family friendly activities at the Swim Center, Sunrise Park and Palm Springs Stadium on Independence Day, culminating with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:15 pm from Palm Springs Stadium.
Man arrested in Indio pleads not guilty to smuggling over 60 pounds of drugs
By Donna Rolando | Jul 1, 2022
A 20-year-old man arrested by U.S. Border Patrol in Indio for allegedly smuggling an astronomical amount of drugs over the border pleaded not guilty Wednesday to four felony counts related to possession and importing of narcotics.
PSPD: 'The Palm Springs Police Department is requesting assistance from our community with identification'
By Donna Rolando | Jul 1, 2022
The Palm Springs Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect who has been involved in several burglaries within the past two weeks.
Marriott Palm Desert locations hiring for 200 open positions
By Donna Rolando | Jun 30, 2022
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is hosting hiring events to fill up to 200 positions across a variety of departments at its five locations in the Palm Desert area.
First monkeypox case treated in Coachella Valley: 'We maintain vigilance to assure safety for our patients and our staff'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 30, 2022
Recent reports from Eisenhower Health have confirmed that the first probable case of monkeypox in Riverside County involved treatment of the patient at a Coachella Valley facility.
Near Provides Greater Palm Springs Precise Insights on Global Visitor Patterns as Travel Recovers to Pre-Pandemic Levels
By Press release submission | Jun 30, 2022
Near’s Tourism Dashboard and Origin Market Length of Stay datasets help drive growth and marketing alignment to enable strategic business decisions
Coachella Valley History Museum History Hunters meets monthly
By Press Release | Jun 30, 2022
The Coachella Valley History Museum’s “History Hunters” group is open to the public and free to join.
Riverside County to receive pet care assistance to 'reduce the number of animals being surrendered by their owners'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 29, 2022
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services was awarded a charitable grant of $90,000 by the PetSmart Charities, Inc., to assist low-income residents with the costs of animal care.
Coachella City Council votes on changes to cannabis industry requirements: 'None of those standards made sense'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 29, 2022
The Coachella City Council recently approved changes to the city's cannabis regulations, removing a 5-acre requirement -- which was often contested -- and cutting down on permit paperwork.
College of the Desert: Report verifies accurate accounting of bond funds
By Press Release | Jun 29, 2022
The Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee for the Desert Community College District approved its annual report on May 27, 2022, confirming that expenditures of voter-approved bond funds in fiscal year 2020-2021 met legal requirements.
Car window smashed to save hot pooch at The Shops at Palm Desert
By Press Release | Jun 29, 2022
A recent incident in the Coachella Valley is a serious reminder to all pet owners: don’t leave your four-legged friends inside vehicles.
'An absolutely phenomenal tool': Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund could receive $15 million in proposed state budget
By Donna Rolando | Jun 28, 2022
The newly proposed state budget could see $15 million being allocated to the Coachella Valley Housing Catalyst Fund, a community group that partners multiple nonprofits that works to enhance housing stability and create paths to “economic mobility for local residents,” the Desert Sun reported Monday.
'Minor Decoy Program' in Palm Desert leads to 3 citations
By Donna Rolando | Jun 28, 2022
A decoy operation recently targeted nine Palm Desert bars and restaurants to determine if they serve alcohol to people under the legal age, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department said.
Fourth of July Weekend at the Tramway
By Press release submission | Jun 25, 2022
Early Opening on July 4 and Guided Nature Walks Continue….
'I Heart Mac & Cheese' restaurant to celebrate its grand opening: 'Palm Springs is such an adult playground'
By Donna Rolando | Jun 24, 2022
The grand opening of the long-anticipated "I Heart Mac & Cheese" restaurant in Palm Springs is set for Wednesday, June 29, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. outside the restaurant.