Richard 'Dick' Oliphant, Former Indian Wells Mayor, Dies At 92

"His passing marks the loss of a visionary public servant, entrepreneur, philanthropist and community builder."

Missing At Risk Man: Have You Seen Raymond?

The Feather Alert was initiated by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

Project To Expand Desert Hot Springs Police Headquarters Likely To Wrap Up In Weeks

The $7.26 million "Police Department Annex Building Project" got underway in March 2025 adjacent to the main police building.

New Hockey Coach Arrives In Coachella Valley: What To Know About Scott Ford

"I'm incredibly excited to join the Firebirds organization and become part of what has been built in the Coachella Valley," Ford says.

IE Driver Arrested After Multi-Car Crash, DUI Suspected: Police

An injury crash on Tuesday involving four vehicles led to multiple victims being hospitalized. One person remains in critical condition.

Expect Traffic Delays Near Palm Springs Public Library Amid $40M Renovation Project

The renovation project involves upgrading maintenance and infrastructure to the building at 300 S. Sunrise Way.

Judy Garland's Granddaughter Appearing At Special 'Wizard of Oz' Screening In Palm Springs

Vanessa O'Neil will introduce the 1939 film classic and join the audience for a Q&A.

Cat, Kitten Intake Temporarily Halted At Palm Springs Animal Shelter Due To Feline Illness

The shelter started the pause on Monday and was hoping to reopen cat and kitten intake on July 27.

Victim Airlifted To Trauma Center After Becoming Trapped Beneath Vehicle In Indio

Firefighters used specialized airbags to lift up the vehicle and free the patient, fire officials said.

1 Person Killed, 1 Injured, In Indio Rollover Crash

The crash was reported at about 8:15 a.m. Monday on Fred Waring Drive, according to the Indio Police Department.

Remains Of More Palm Springs Shelter Dogs ID'd As Mass Animal Cruelty Case Widens In Northern CA

Hundreds of dogs from across the country were likely killed on behalf of — or by — Shannon Miranda and his operation, Miranda's Rescue.

Riverside County Probation Department Employee Suspected Of Molesting Underage Inmate

On Sunday, July 12, sheriff's investigators served a search warrant at the woman's Indio residence, where she was taken into custody.

2 Women Suspected In Beaumont, Coachella Valley Organized Retail Thefts

The suspects were identified as Geradin Gonzalez Morales, 33, of Van Nuys and Johana Catalina Vargas, 32, Rodriguez of North Hollywood.

Coachella Man Suspected Of Selling Illicit Drugs To Minors

Manuel Guerra Meza was arrested Friday.

Coachella Valley Lawmaker Grieves Sudden Loss Of Sen. Lindsey Graham

Graham was pronounced dead Saturday night at the age of 71 after being found in his Washington, D.C. home.

Staycation, Simplified: Spend The Perfect Day Exploring Near Palm Desert

From a brand partner: Scenic desert views, local restaurants and unique shopping make Palm Desert staycations easy.

RivCo Shooting Leaves 1 Person Hospitalized: Sheriff

Paramedics responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital.

Heat, Monsoon Chances Next Week In Desert Communities: See How Hot It Will Get

Heat returns to the IE deserts, and storm chances start Sunday in the mountains, the National Weather Service says. Will rain reach you?

David Spade, Bill Burr Bring Double The Comedy To This Casino Resort

Head to Agua Caliente Resort Casino two nights in July for double the stellar comedy in Rancho Mirage.

Coachella Extends Temporary Ban On Data Center Developments

The city council had originally imposed a 45-day moratorium on June 4.

Coachella Valley Firebirds 2026/27 Schedule Released

The Firebirds, the American Hockey League affiliate team, shared their schedule for ticket hopefuls.

Dive In To Summer Fun At Palm Desert Aquatic Center Pool: What To Know For July

The Palm Desert Aquatic Center Pool offers everything from water park action, aquatic exercise and swim classes to Dive-In movies.

Hiker Found Safe After Inaccessible Rescue Call In Palm Desert

Fire officials said arriving crews made contact with an individual at the trail.

Homes, Property Threatened By 2-Alarm Fire In Unincorporated Palm Springs

The blaze broke out Tuesday in the 59900 block of Calle De Las Flores near Oreana Way, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Dept.

Moratorium On Data Centers Being Discussed Again In Coachella

A temporary ban could be extended, but city staff are recommending the council approve an ordinance to permanently prohibit data centers.

2,000 Dry Tree Fronds Spark Debate In Palm Springs

A nonprofit is urging the city to reject a proposal to remove the dry fronds from city-owned palm trees.

Vehicle Crashes Into Vacant Palm Desert Building

The crash was reported at 11:17 a.m. Monday in the 44000 block of San Pablo Avenue, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department.

Coroner IDs Woman Killed In Golf Center Parkway Pedestrian Crash

The identity of the 75-year-old woman who was struck and killed in Indio on the 4th of July was released.

Commercial Building Ignites In Coachella Valley

Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department rushed to the scene of the burning building Sunday afternoon.

75 Year Old RivCo Woman Killed In Vehicle-On-Pedestrian Crash

A 75-year-old woman died after an Audi struck her as she stepped from a center median, police said.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Palm Desert, Coachella Valley For 2026

Happy 250th anniversary, America! Here is your guide to fireworks, parades and celebrations of the day in Palm Desert, Coachella Valley.

Palm Springs Fire Earns Risk Reduction Designation Amid Brush Clearing Work

"While this marks the first time Palm Springs has received this designation, our work is far from over," Fire Chief Paul Alvarado shared.

The Fixx, Plimsouls Head To Agua Caliente Resort Casino's The Show

See when and where to buy tickets for this 1980s New Wave retro show.

See Illegal Fireworks In Palm Desert? Here's How To Report Them

We know you're excited about America's 250th Birthday Celebration, but the Sheriff asks everyone to refrain from igniting illegal fireworks.

Mandatory Prison For Soccer Coach Who Molested Coachella Valley Girl

He was found guilty of asking a player to send him nude pictures of herself for money and gift cards, then kissing her in his car.

Menifee Soccer Coach Sentenced To Mandatory Supervision For Lewd Acts With Coachella Valley Girl

According to sheriff's investigators, the defendant coached girls' soccer in the Palm Desert area.

City Of Palm Desert's Payroll Exceeded $17 Million In 2025, State Records Show

The number of city employees on the payroll last year stood at 195.

DUI Checkpoint Yields Nearly 40 Citations In Coachella Valley

Indio Police officers screened 625 vehicles for everything from driver's license checks to child seat safety.

Cathedral City Awarded $4.5M to Strengthen Cannabis Enforcement

Cathedral City has been awarded a large state grant to combat illicit cannabis activity. Here's what that means for residents.

More Than 20 Coachella Valley Kids Bound For Summer Camp Thanks To Grant

The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation awarded a $25,000 impact grant to Pathfinder Ranch.