CA's New Salton Sea Conservancy To Address Health, Ecological Crisis

The Salton Sea Conservancy, the state's first established in 15 years, aims to help restore the withering lake and reduce health impacts.

Large-Scale Palm Springs Unhoused Facility To Host Ribbon-Cutting

The Palm Springs Navigation Center, which will host 80 interim units and wraparound services, will mark the completion of its second phase.

Coachella Valley Water District Adopts Resolution Endorsing Prop 4

The initiative would authorize $10 billion in debt to spend on environmental and climate projects.

Palm Springs Refutes DA Investigation Into Councilmember's Residence

The city challenged the claims, maintaining that Councilmember Christy Holstege resides at her home within the district she represents.

Riverside County Animal Services Director Erin Gettis Resigns

Pressure has mounted for Gettis as the department faces a lawsuit over its kill rates. Gettis is now moving into another county position.

This Coachella Valley City Is Making It Easier To Build ADUs

Accessory dwelling units, often called granny or mother-in-law flats, can be costly to construct. This city is offering free building plans.

Animal Services In Riverside County Faces Challenges, Lawsuit

Frustrations are mounting and county leaders say something has to change.

$8.6M Federal Grant Secured For Palm Springs International Airport

The money will be used to upgrade the airport's taxiways.

$1M Set Aside For First-Time Homebuyers In Coachella Valley, Nearby

Applications open August 16 and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the funds are all allocated.

Marilyn Monroe Statue In Palm Springs To Be Relocated

The agreement follows a legal challenge to the giant sculpture's location.

Steve Garvey Broke Federal Law By Hiding Money, New Complaint Alleges

The former Dodgers baseball legend and current candidate for U.S. Senate did not report all of his income, the complaint states.

Large Events At Coachella Valley Ranchos Get Tentative OK

"This is historical, cultural, goes way back."

CA Protects Its Joshua Trees. A New Bill Could Allow More To Be Cut Down For Development

Environmentalists warn that a bill “drives a bulldozer” through the state's new law that protects imperiled Joshua trees.

$10M Grant Aims To Help Make City Of Coachella 'Climate-Resilient'

The money will be used to modify the current Hidden Harvest facility on Peter Rabbit Lane into the Coachella Community Resilience Center.

Palm Desert To Pay More For Its Sheriff's Deputies

"This kind of increase is not unusual with increases in pensions, wages and other costs," Supervisor Kevin Jeffries said.

National Monument Status Proposed For Swath Of Riverside County

The Chuckwalla National Monument Establishment and Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act of 2024​ would encompass 627,855 acres.

Promises, But No Reparations Yet For Palm Springs Section 14 Survivors

The city announced several steps it is taking to right the wrong that happened to families of color who lived in Palm Springs Section 14.

Traffic In The Coachella Valley: Plan Approved To Fix It

The RCTC "Traffic Relief Plan"​ was approved this week. It calls for more than $30 billion in transportation improvements countywide.

Moviemaking Sought By Riverside County

Some American Rescue Plan Act funds will be used to spotlight various Riverside County locations available for production houses to use.

Movie Shoots Across Riverside County: Leaders Look To Lure Filmmakers

Film production has the potential to bring substantial revenue to Riverside County businesses, officials said.

First Lady Jill Biden Speaks At Coachella Valley Fundraiser

Biden flew into Palm Springs on Saturday and was greeted by Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein on the tarmac at Palm Springs International Airport.

First Lady Jill Biden Scheduled In Riverside County This Weekend

Her appearance is part of a Southern California swing that begins Saturday.

Former CA Assemblyman, Palm Desert Resident Brian Nestande Dies At 60

The Republican's political career — in the Coachella Valley and San Gorgonio Pass Area, as well as county government — was long.

Lisa Middleton Readies For November Face-Off Against Sen. Ochoa Bogh

The Palm Springs City Councilmember said she is "genuinely humbled and honored to be advancing into the November General Election."

Real-Time Results: Palm Desert Primary Election 2024

Polls closed at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Patch is following ballot counting in real time.

Palm Desert Ballot Drop-Off Spots Open For Presidential Primary, 2024

Find your nearest ballot drop-off box, hours of collection, and voting locations in and around Palm Desert.

Palm Desert March 2024 Voter Guide: What's On The Ballot

Election day is March 5 but early voting has been underway since Feb. 24.

Infamous Serial Killer Tied To 1974 Cold Case Killing In SoCal Desert

Thomas Eugene Creech, who is Idaho's longest-serving death-row inmate, is accused of killing 21-year-old Daniel Ashton Walker.

Large-Scale Homeless Facility Set For Summer Opening In Palm Springs

The Palm Springs Navigation Center will provide 80 interim housing units with full wrap-around services.

RivCo Supes Approve More 'Emergency Actions' After Tropical Storm

Funding would continue restoration and protection projects since Tropical Storm Hilary last summer when RivCo saw record flash flooding.

Indio's 'Shop Local' Program Offering 5% Cash Back On Purchases

Residents can now enjoy the convenience of earning cash rewards simply by shopping at local Indio establishments, the city announced.

Former Palm Desert Economic Development Manager Moves On To PS

Wayne Olson is set to begin his new position Tuesday in Palm Springs.

Feds Announce $72M In Funding For Salton Sea Restoration

The funding is designed to expedite implementation of the state’s 10-year Salton Sea Management Program.

Amid Hanukkah And War, 'Rally For Israel' Scheduled In Indio

The Dec. 10 event will call on Hamas to release all hostages captured Oct. 7.

Federal Dollars Earmarked For RivCo's Tropical Storm Hilary Damage

Riverside County was one of 13 jurisdictions statewide included in an emergency declaration signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in August.

East Riverside County 911 Lines Fully Restored

After having interruptions in eastern Riverside County, all systems are returned to normal according to District Supervisor V. Manuel Perez.

2 Massive Solar, Battery Storage Projects Come Online In RivCo Desert

The Oberon Solar Project and the Arlington Solar Energy Center achieved full operational status, the Biden administration announced Monday.

Storm Damage Emergency Repairs Authorized For Cathedral City

The Coachella Valley bore the brunt of storm damage from flooded roads, downed power lines and damaged rooftops on homes and businesses.

Affordable Housing Project For Seniors To Break Ground In Palm Springs

The project calls for 71 affordable housing units for seniors aged 62 and above.

Former LA Dodger Steve Garvey Makes Run For Dianne Feinstein's Seat

Garvey, former Dodgers and Padres first baseman, runs as a Republican, vying for the seat now open after Democrat Dianne Feinstein's death.