Trump Administration Seeks Development On Protected Desert Land

The proposed Southern California desert area would be open to mining, energy development and broadband infrastructure.

Financial Relief Available For Riverside County Small Businesses

Small businesses have until 11:59 p.m. Jan. 13 to apply for the grant money offered by the state.

As Rioters Stormed Capitol, Rep. Raul Ruiz Describes Experience

Raul Ruiz, who represents the Coachella Valley and the San Gorgonio Pass, was in the House chamber.

Palm Desert Businesses Offered Free PPE

The free personal protective equipment is being made available in partnership with the city and the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership.

Moratorium On Riverside County Jury Trials Continues

The moratorium will extend through at least the last week of January.

Suspension Of New Jury Trials To Continue Through January 29th

Law Offices of Soda & Greenberg remain open during this pandemic, continuing to monitor the latest Court updates. We are here for you.

Indoor Worship Ban: RivCo Pastors File Emergency Bid With SCOTUS

The plaintiffs argue that California "treats houses of worship with a harsher hand than secular businesses."

Desert's Latino Leaders Applaud Newsom's Pick For US Senate Seat

"In 170 years of U.S. statehood, California has never before had a Latino representative in the U.S. Senate."

Coachella Valley Supervisor To Lead Latino Caucus Of CA Counties

Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez was elected to a two-year term as president of the LCCC.

Living Desert Zoo To Reopen After Lobbying Effort

Zoos are ordered closed, but the popular Palm Desert destination has been determined to be an "outdoor recreation facility."

Coachella Valley Lawmaker Fights For In-Person Dining

State Sen. Melissa Melissa (R) is among 11 lawmakers asking Gov. Newsom to reclassify restaurants as essential businesses.

Suspension Of Jury Trials

Law Offices of Soda & Greenberg remain open during this pandemic, continuing to monitor the latest Court updates. We are here for you.

Will Riverside County's Digital Divide Really Close?

The County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution Tuesday that supports increased efforts to expand broadband internet access.

Palm Springs International Airport Names New Executive Director

"Ulises Aguirre has a wealth of experience managing complex airports & strategic project development at major hubs like LAX, Ontario."

Assemblyman Mayes Defends Travel To Maui Conference Amid Pandemic

The four-day policy conference is being hosted by the nonprofit Independent Voter Project at the Fairmont Kea Lani Hotel in Wailea.

Trump Losing Riverside County; Palm Desert Leaders Emerge

Election results are coming down to the wire in Riverside County.

Proposed Indio Sports Park: Residents Weigh In

The city is proposing to transform a 39-acre plot of barren city property into a sports park.

Latinos, Supervisor Perez, Urge Gov. Newsom On Harris Senate Seat

Among those advocating for a Latino or Latina appointment to Harris' seat is Riverside County Board of Supervisors Chair V. Manuel Perez.

CVWD Board Director To Head Salton Sea Authority

G. Patrick O’Dowd was tapped as executive director for the agency.

Riverside County, Palm Desert Updated Election Results

"It does take time to process [the ballots] accurately," Registrar Rebecca Spencer said.

Rep. Ruiz Leads By Wide Margin In 36th Congressional District

The 36th District stretches across the Coachella Valley and into the San Gorgonio Pass, including the cities of Banning and Beaumont.

42nd Assembly District's Chad Mayes Takes Lead: Election Results

The 42nd District includes Banning and Beaumont in the Pass Area, as well as the Coachella Valley and parts of the High Desert.

CA Election Results: Palm Desert City Council Races

Palm Desert City Council is a five-member, non-partisan board. Council members are elected by-district to serve four-year terms.

Live Election Results For Palm Desert, Riverside County

Assembly District 42, Congressional District 36, city council seats and a Desert Sands USD trustee seat were on the ballot in Palm Desert.

Voting In Palm Desert: What's Your Experience?

What was your experience like at your polling place? Did you encounter long lines or significant wait times?

Voting In Palm Desert: Everything You Need To Know

Assembly District 42, Congressional District 36, city council seats and a Desert Sands USD trustee seat are on the ballot in Palm Desert.

Ruiz, Cruz Face Off In California’s 36th Congressional District

The two candidates are vying for the district seat that represents the Coachella Valley and San Gorgonio Pass Area.

Mayes, Kotyuk Compete In California’s 42nd Assembly District

The 42nd District includes Banning and Beaumont in the Pass Area, as well as the Coachella Valley and parts of the High Desert.

Palm Desert City Council Races, Districts 1 And 2: CA Election

Palm Desert City Council is a five-member, non-partisan board. Council members are elected by-district to serve four-year terms.

In-Person Voting Begins Saturday In Coachella Valley, RivCo

Voters can cast ballots in person at Voter Assistance Centers that will be open Oct. 31 through Nov. 3, 2020. See the list of centers below.

Vote In Person In Palm Desert: These Vote Centers Now Open

See list of polling places in Palm Desert, to vote early or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 election.

Women March Across Inland Empire

Women are march across Southern California this weekend.

Where Can I Drop Off My Ballot In Palm Desert, Coachella Valley?

There are three ways to cast election ballots this year: through the mail, at a drop-off site​ or in a voter assistance center. ​

Longtime Palm Springs City Manager Announces Retirement

City Manager David H. Ready's last day on the job will be Dec. 31, and the search for a new city leader will begin shortly, officials said.

RivCo Allocates $1M To Adult Schools For Distance-Learning

There are 20 adult — "continuation" — schools located throughout the county, serving roughly 15,000 students over the age of 18.

Sports Arena & Ice Rink Plans Move Closer To Palm Desert

The proposed, 300,000-square-foot arena off I-10 is eyed to house top minor league affiliate of the Seattle Kraken NHL team.

Salton Sea Restoration Projects: Public Invited To Weigh In

The proposed projects would include 29,800 acres of habitat and lakebed that have been, or will be, exposed at the Salton Sea by 2028.

Home, Apartment Construction: RivCo Eligible To Vie For Dollars

SCAG released jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction draft allocations for the sixth Cycle Regional Housing Needs Assessment.

Palm Desert City Manager Announces Retirement

Lauri Aylaian will retire Nov. 20. City Council is meeting to discuss the looming vacancy.

Face Mask Billboards, Signs Blanket PS: 'We Mean Business'

A highly visible new public education campaign entitled “PS Keeping You Safe” has launched in Palm Springs.