Business
Palm Springs City Workers Join Teamsters
More than 250 city workers vote to unionize with Teamsters Local 1932
Amazon Opens Massive Cross Dock Facility in Desert Hot Springs
New 635,000-square-foot inbound cross dock facility brings over 1,500 jobs to the Coachella Valley.
Scotia Lodge Acquired by SoCal Hotel Chain Focused on Boutique Properties
New owners plan upgrades, expanded guest services, and the launch of a new restaurant and bar this weekend.
Crime
Garage Fire Damages Home in La Quinta
Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, preventing further spread to the residence.
Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Suspect Dead After Reported Home Invasion Stabbing
Cathedral City police say the suspect forced their way into a home and stabbed one of the occupants before being shot by an officer.
Driver Flees Border Patrol, Abandons Car in Indio
Police search for suspect after reckless driving incident on local streets
Politics
Coachella mayor faces criminal charges, launches legal defense fund
Residents criticize mayor's use of taxpayer money to fight perjury and conflict of interest allegations.
UFW and César Chávez Foundation Withdraw from Events Amid Allegations
Organizations cite 'troubling allegations' involving late labor leader César Chávez as reason for not participating in annual celebrations.
Palm Springs Police Address Memo Warning of Possible Iran-Linked Drone Threat
Local authorities coordinate with federal partners to monitor potential risks, but say there is no immediate cause for concern.
Weather
Scorching Temperatures Shatter Records Across SoCal
New highs beat previous records by up to 10 degrees Fahrenheit
Millions Warned to Avoid Coffee, Heavy Meals Amid Extreme Heat
Scorching temperatures in the Southwest prompt health advisories to prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses.
Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Coachella Valley
New high temperature records expected to be set each day this week
Science
The Ancient History Behind Palm Springs' Ship Rock
The striking geological formation has roots dating back over 250 million years.
Climate Action and Land Equity Project Expands Land Access for California Farmers
Program helps historically underserved farmers secure land and adopt climate-smart practices
Rocket Launches from California Visible Across States
Depending on weather and cloud cover, SpaceX and United Launch Alliance rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base can be seen hundreds of miles away.
