Palm Desert public safety roundup: Feb. 26-March 4
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's weekly report for Feb. 26 – March 4, which was released on Thursday.
Coachella Valley health report reveals rising food insecurity, gaps in access to healthcare
A new study reveals the biggest surge in hunger in a decade and a regional doctor shortage leaving thousands without care.
Palm Desert commission advances hillside design rules (again) and approves live/work project
Updated rules related to hillside homes had to return to the commission for approval, and the commission okayed a live/work project right off Highway 111.
Committee backs trial shift to unsupervised skate park
Parks and Recreation Committee members on Tuesday cited low attendance and nearly $90,000 in annual staffing costs in recommending a monitored trial period without on-site attendants to the City Council .
Why do people visit Palm Desert? Agency aims to find out
Interviews with 82 people across fly and drive markets will help lead to a refresh of the brand first shaped by a 2019 "desert rhythm" study.
Joslyn Center board working on bylaws, transparency amid member concerns
Council hears update after residents voice concerns; city says the nonprofit operates independently despite receiving public funding.
Council unanimously passes kratom ordinance, bans synthetic products, tightens tobacco rules
New rules restrict natural kratom leaf sales to adults 21 and older and ban synthetic kratom.
Palm Desert City Council sets priorities ahead of budget planning
From mall redevelopment and charter schools to climate resiliency and a farmer's market, councilmembers each laid out their priorities, hoping to influence the coming budget planning session.
Palm Desert public safety roundup: Feb. 19-25
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's weekly report for Feb. 19 through 25. Reports are typically released on Thursday.
Palm Desert leads valley’s shift to buyer’s market as housing inventory surges, prices fall
In the most recent Desert Housing Report, the city recorded 803 homes listed for sale — the highest in the valley — while detached home prices dropped 3.5% year-over-year to $723,000.