News from April 2023
Coachella alley Economic Partnership announces Wages by Sector
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 20, 2023
Economists often study and categorize businesses by sector. Businesses operate in certain spheres, like new car dealerships. We more narrowly categorize groups of these kinds of businesses as “industries” like the insurance industry or the banking industry.
Innovation is Happening in Riverside County
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 20, 2023
The Riverside County Office of Economic Development is pleased to announce the return of Riverside County’s Innovation Month which has taken place every April, since its launch in 2017 (excluding 2020).
Southwest Airlines extends 'heartfelt apologies' for nationwide delays, including 18 flights at Palm Springs International Airport
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 20, 2023
Southwest Airlines issued "heartfelt apologies" to its customers after technical issues led to nationwide flight delays Tuesday morning, April 18, which were experienced locally at the Palm Springs International Airport with 18 delayed flights.
Padilla's bill to develop living wage formula has 'the ultimate goal of creating an equitable and prosperous California'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 20, 2023
On April 12, the Senate Committee on Labor, Public Employment and Retirement passed Senate Bill 352.
Palm Springs police chief: 'It's beyond frustrating to see a repeat DUI offender continue to put innocent lives in danger'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 20, 2023
The Palm Springs police chief expressed his frustration at having to deal with repeat offenders after an arrest for alleged drunken driving escalated into an assault on a police officer, according to an April 11 Facebook post by the Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD).
Desert Hot Springs Police Department hosts Mural Unveiling and Block Party on April 22
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 19, 2023
The City of Desert Hot Springs celebrates a tremendous addition to the valley’s art scene on Saturday, April 22 with a free block party and unveiling of a multi-story immersive art installation and mural by Travis (“TRAV”).
Palm Springs Animal Shelter to host ‘An Intimate Evening with Gennine Francis’ fundraiser May 3
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 19, 2023
Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter will host An Evening with Gennine Francis to benefit the animal shelter, which will take place Wednesday, May 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. at a private residence.
PSPD seeks stolen bike memorial, showing 'blatant disregard for the memory of the individual it was intended to honor'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 19, 2023
A tribute to a cyclist who died in an accident has been stolen in a crime the Palm Springs Police Department calls a "callous act" and "complete disregard" for the victim's memory.
Pedestrian in Palm Desert hit-and-run 'succumbed to the injuries'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate a Palm Desert accident that took the life of a pedestrian by a suspected drug-impaired driver now in custody, according to a news release.
Palm Spring Convention Center hosts Sunday Service: Drag Brunch on April 23
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023
Palm Spring Convention Center hosts Sunday Service: Drag Brunch on April 23 at
La Quinta to host 2 music festivals
By Donna Rolando | Apr 18, 2023
The city of La Quinta plays host to both the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach Country Music Festival later this month.
Active tuberculosis case confirmed at Palm Springs Middle School: 'The testing is quick and can provide peace of mind'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023
Riverside University Public Health System (RUHS) is encouraging testing for tuberculosis (TB) after a student at Raymond Cree Middle School in Palm Springs tested positive with an active case.
Four teens arrested in connection with La Quinta carjackings: 'Fortunately, the victim was not injured during the carjacking'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023
Four teenagers have been arrested after La Quinta carjacking during which a 75-year-old woman was threatened with a semi-automatic firearm for her purse and Camaro, according to a press release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
Palm Spring Convention Center hosts Purple Room Presents Lee Squared: The World Tour on April 22
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 17, 2023
Palm Spring Convention Center hosts Purple Room Presents Lee Squared: The World Tour on April 22 at 6:00 pm
College of the Desert hosts ALICE Training for Students at COD
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 17, 2023
ALICE Training is back for Students at College of the Desert. ALICE Training is a critical incident training that empowers the individual by giving options to react during an unexpected critical incident.
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on April 20
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 15, 2023
Palm Springs Animal Shelter hosts Public Vaccine Clinic on April 20 at
Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts Legislative Breakfast Series Featuring Congressman Ken Calvert on April 21
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 14, 2023
Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts Legislative Breakfast Series Featuring Congressman Ken Calvert on April 21 at 7:30 AM
Calvert on bill to lower energy costs: ‘It will put us back on track to produce more energy responsibly and efficiently here in America’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 13, 2023
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA), along with a bipartisan majority (225 to 204) of the House of Representatives, voted for H.R. 1, a bill to lower energy costs, on March 30.
California Public Utility Commission hosts 2023 Spring CPUC Virtual Career Fair on April 18
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 13, 2023
California Public Utility Commission hosts 2023 Spring CPUC Virtual Career Fair on April 18 at 10:00 AM
Palm Springs Convention Center hosts Palm Springs Drag Brunch on April 16
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 13, 2023
Palm Springs Convention Center hosts Palm Springs Drag Brunch on April 16 at 10:30 am