Disgraced Ex-Chief Of Staff For County Supervisor To Receive $224K Payout

Steven A. Hernandez, who was also the former Coachella mayor, is due to receive the payout from the county.

New Mayor Hunt In Coachella Valley Following Disgraced Mayor's Exit

Following ex-Mayor Steven Andrew Hernandez's resignation, in which he admitted to committing a felony, the council will select a new mayor.

656 Acres In Riverside County Desert Returned To Indigenous Tribe

The transfer is part of the "Land Back" movement, which aims to reclaim land never formally given up, sold, or ceded to the U.S. government.

Darrell Issa Retiring from Congress, SD County Supervisor To Seek Seat

Longtime Rep. Darrell Issa will not seek reelection to Congress.

Palm Springs Faces Legal Challenge Regarding Low-Water Bridge Project

The city of Palm Springs is facing a lawsuit over its low-water crossing project.

Short-Term Rental Certificates On Hold In These Coachella Valley Areas

A 45-day moratorium on the issuance of short-term rental certificates is needed "to do the work that we have to do," a county official said.

La Quinta Para-Karate Coach Lauded As Woman Of The Year By 4th District Supervisor Perez

Para-Karate Coach for Team USA by USA Karate, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, stands by the belief that “Inclusion is a human right."

New City Manager For Cathedral City: Meet Andrew Firestine

He replaces Charlie McCelndon, who retired in September 2025, following a nationwide search guided by a recruitment firm.

$80M Granted To RivCo CV Rail Project, Environmental Study Stage

The rail would span 144 miles across nine proposed station stops, providing traffic relief, options for music festivals, events, and dining.

Palm Desert To Bolster Street Safety Near Schools With $5.68M Grant

The federal funding will improve street safety near schools and high-risk corridors as part of an effort to reduce traffic deaths.

Coachella Valley Is Powering Up For Growth

Four energy projects are planned under the Indio Electric Financing Authority, in partnership with Imperial Irrigation District.

Palm Desert Will Not Halt Pride Month

Councilman Joe Pradetto brought forward a proposal to stop recognizing Pride Month and to halt hanging a Pride banner at City Hall.

Palm Desert Council Member Questions Celebration Of Pride Month At Special Meeting

The Palm Desert City Council planned a special meeting to discuss Councilman Joe Pradetto's proposal for halting Pride Month recognition.

Annual State Of Riverside County Presentation Set For Dec. 11 At Acrisure Arena

Officials said more than 900 guests are expected to attend.

Palm Springs Mayor Ron deHarte To Deliver Annual State Of The City

The fair will feature city departments and local nonprofits supported by the city.

RivCo Sheriff, Who's Running For CA Governor, Asks For Financial Help To Pay His Lawyers: Report

Republican Chad Bianco has launched a campaign to help pay for his legal fees. Here's why.

Cook Street Substation Construction Timeline Announced

The substation will be located west of Cook Street, north of Interstate 10. It's expected to power about 8,000 customers.

Cathedral City Veterans Day Ceremony Features Student Contest Winners

Veterans and the next generation will be honored on Nov. 11 at Desert Memorial Park.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Palm Desert

As of Oct. 20, 1,432,442 ​were registered to vote in Riverside County.

RivCo Mayor Indicted Placed On Indefinite Leave As Supe's Chief Of Staff In Wake Of Tuesday Arrest

The mayor, who served as the Supe. V. Manuel Perez's Chief of Staff could face years in jail and be barred from public office if convicted.

Former Rancho Mirage City Councilman Dana Hobart Dies At 93

Hobart worked in the city for more than 20 years.

Palm Springs Plans Ceremony For National POW/MIA Recognition Day

The 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day is Friday, Sept. 19.

Palm Springs Reviewing Grand Jury Report That Criticizes City Handling Of Grants

The report stems from the indictment of Queer Works CEO Jacob Joseph Aaron Rostovsky.

Veterans Who Serve Prison Time Have A Lifeline In Riverside County Upon Release

"This program represents one of the most important steps forward for Riverside County Veterans’ Services," a county official said.

'Through-The-Fence' Agreements Halted At Riverside County-Owned Airports

The Transportation & Land Management Agency sought a blanket prohibition, and the Riverside County Board of Supervisors affirmed it.

Your Riverside County Property Tax Bill May Include Fire Mitigation Charges

About 450 property owners who failed to abate weeds and hazards around their properties properly must pay for the cost of brush clearing.

Palm Springs Approves Long-Term Agreement With Oak View Group

Oak View Group will manage the Palm Springs Convention Center and Bureau of Tourism.

Palm Springs Pride Flagpole Planned For Arenas District

A new rainbow flagpole symbolizing freedom and hope will soon rise in Palm Springs' Arena Business District. Here's what to know.

Coachella Valley Rail Project Rolls Ahead

A proposed CV Rail project would provide train service connecting to the Coachella Valley to Downtown Los Angeles and Orange County.​

Watch Your Speed On Cathedral City Streets

New speed limits will take effect July 25.

FEMA High Flood Risk Designation Being Removed In This Coachella Valley Community

The removal takes effect July 18, 2025.

'No Kings Day' Protests Planned Across Coachella Valley

The No Kings Day rallies protesting authoritarianism will coincide with Trump's June 14 military/birthday parade in the nation's capital.

RivCo Democrat Announces Bid To Unseat Rep. Ken Calvert In 2026

A Coachella Valley man accuses Calvert of pushing Independents and Democrats to galvanize over his support of Trump's tax bill.

Trump's Planned Military Parade, VA Cuts, Draw Ire In Coachella Valley

The Democrats of the Desert Club​, a grassroots political organization, is holding two protests against the administration.

Riverside County Makes 'No-Kill' Commitment For Its Animal Shelters

The county Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 Tuesday to adopt a resolution that pledges a no-kill mission.

$333M Added To RivCo Mental Health, Substance Abuse Coffers

The funding is part of Proposition 1, a bond measure passed by California voters in 2024.

Large Bee Swarm Spurs Warnings In Palm Springs

The city said it is working to professionally relocate the beehive, a process that could take up to two weeks.

Lawsuit Seeks To Overturn Chuckwalla National Monument

A conservative Texas group is challenging the legality of the 600,000-acre monument south of Joshua Tree, citing mining interests.

State Sen. Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh To Lead Discussion In Rancho Mirage

She will be the featured speaker at the May 9 Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce business breakfast.

Getting Affordable, Reliable Electricity: Plans Move Forward In Desert

"Something has to change."