News from January 2023
Coachella is seeking a beer garden operator for the Mariachi Festival: 'The city is requesting proposals'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 31, 2023
As the Coachella Mariachi Festival gets ready to celebrate its vibrant culture once again, the city of Coachella is asking local licensed businesses to submit bids to operate the beer garden during the annual event in March.
Riverside County Board of Supervisors votes to find ‘actionable solutions’ regarding growing court dismissals
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 27, 2023
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to pass a motion geared at finding solutions for a staggering caseload and other challenges confronting the county’s criminal justice system.
Officers intercept mail with meth and fentanyl addressed to inmate at John Benoit Detention Center
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 27, 2023
Officials at the John Benoit Detention Center discovered fentanyl and meth in mail addressed to an inmate.
East Valley Republican Women Patriots to host movie screening 'to inform people about what is happening in our country'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 27, 2023
The East Valley Republican Women Patriots, reportedly the largest group of its kind in the nation with more than 1,600 members, hosts a movie night every Friday.
Man drowns in North Shore canal while trying to retrieve cell phone: 'Fishing in the canal is dangerous and prohibited by law'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 26, 2023
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department did not immediately identify a man who drowned in the Coachella Canal in North Shore while attempting to retrieve a cell phone.
Palm Springs mayor: 'The future of PSP is bright'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 26, 2023
With record-breaking traffic in 2022, Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) welcomed approximately 3 million travelers, earning its designation as "the best little airport around" from Mayor Christy Gilbert Holstege in a Jan. 19 tweet.
LA Galaxy coach: 'We are looking forward to returning to this great event for the second consecutive year'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 25, 2023
The second annual Coachella Valley Invitational, a Major League Soccer preseason exhibition, is set to begin Sunday, Jan. 29, and continue through Saturday, Feb. 18.
Man found dead in Thermal, deputies launch homicide investigation
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 25, 2023
The identity of a man found dead in Thermal on Saturday with traumatic injuries is still uncertain as the Riverside County Sheriff's Department calls upon the public to help solve this mystery.
Palm Springs interior designer: 'I am so excited to open the doors to eight incredible properties of our firm's design'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 24, 2023
Interior Designer Christopher Kennedy is set to host a Mid-Century Home Tour, with all proceeds benefiting the Palm Springs Animal Shelter.
Cathedral City unveils new ‘Ocotillo Square’ street sign toppers 'to give residents a sense of place and community pride'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 24, 2023
On Wednesday morning, Cathedral City elected leaders debuted “Ocotillo Square” street sign toppers designed to give the neighborhood a new sense of identity and pride.
Heritage Foundation backs California conservative think tank
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 24, 2023
The Heritage Foundation applauded the California-based organization Golden State Policy Council (GSPC), a conservative think tank aimed at putting academic research to legislative use, at a kickoff event Jan. 9 at Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert.
Palm Springs pup saved after landing in a 20-foot sewage drain: 'We hope this rescue leads to another rescue, to a happy home'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 23, 2023
Though the future looked bleak for a black poodle stuck at the bottom of a 20-foot sewage drain, not only has he been rescued by Palm Springs Police and Fire Departments, but his days alone and on the street are over.
Suspect serial 'cat burglar' to stand trial in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert: 'Cat burglaries garner a heightened level of concern'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 23, 2023
Alleged serial "cat" burglar Teddy Kaiser Hartwell is expected to stand trial after a Riverside County Superior Court judge ruled there is substantial evidence against him.
Coachella man charged with DUI after collision that killed Palm Desert woman
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 21, 2023
A Coachella man has been charged with driving under the influence as a result of a recent crash that took the life of a Palm Desert woman.
Palm Desert's McCallum Theatre accepting entries for talent show through Saturday
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 18, 2023
The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert is now accepting entries for its Open Call Talent Project, a valley-wide talent show showcasing some of the most talented individuals in the community.
Cathedral City police chief cites need for checkpoints to stop DUIs
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 18, 2023
Cathedral City Police Department is set to conduct checkpoints on Friday throughout the city to apprehend those driving under the influence.
Indio woman charged with attempted murder following shooting
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 18, 2023
A 24-year-old Indio woman was arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting outside a Palm Desert motel.
Coachella 2023 lineup announced: Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK and Frank Ocean to headline
By Donna Rolando | Jan 16, 2023
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio released the lineup for 2023, with headlining artists including Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK and Frank Ocean.
SoCalGas to contribute $1 million to Gas Assistance Fund
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 16, 2023
The Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) announced Jan. 6 a contribution of $1 million to the Gas Assistance Fund, a program that helps income-qualified customers pay their natural gas bills.
Coachella Valley Rep 'excited to be able to start the new year' with ‘Dirty Blonde’ production
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 16, 2023
The curtain goes up Tuesday, Jan. 17, on the first showing of Coachella Valley Repertory's production of “Dirty Blonde” starring Tony Award-winning actress Cady Huffman.