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El Niño-driven storm could hit Coachella Valley. Let's prepare now

El Niño-driven storm could hit Coachella Valley. Let's prepare now

Hilary, the major storm that hit the Coachella Valley in 2023, could be just a warning shot given this year's El Niño forecast, two locals write.
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The ultimate Coachella Valley and beyond events guide for October

The ultimate Coachella Valley and beyond events guide for October

The fall season is here and that means several exciting events are on the calendar for October.
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Week 7 high school football picks and score predictions

Week 7 high school football picks and score predictions

The Desert Empire League slate begins this week, and this is how we're leaning.
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Heading to Head Trip fest? Fuel up at these Indio-area eateries, cafes

Heading to Head Trip fest? Fuel up at these Indio-area eateries, cafes

Heading to the Head Trip music festival? Check out these local restaurants and cafes to fuel your day.
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Why Palm Springs is banning data centers for two years

Why Palm Springs is banning data centers for two years

Palm Springs joins other Coachella Valley cities, Coachella, Indio and Desert Hot Springs, that have passed long-term limits on data centers.
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BNP Paribas Open contributed $887 million to valley's economy in 2026

BNP Paribas Open contributed $887 million to valley's economy in 2026

The tournament drew more than 165,000 visitors from outside the Coachella Valley in 2026.
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How Twenty-Nine Palms tribe says Riverside County defrauded it of $12M

How Twenty-Nine Palms tribe says Riverside County defrauded it of $12M

When it paid $12 million for land by the Thermal airport, the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians saw economic opportunity. Now it says it was tricked.
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Clark Sweat Appointed Senior VP of Partnerships Marketing at Ryan Seacrest Foundation

Clark Sweat Appointed Senior VP of Partnerships Marketing at Ryan Seacrest Foundation

Clark Sweat has been named the Senior Vice President of Partnerships and Marketing for the Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF). Sweat brings 30 years of experience in scaling healthcare and nonprofit organizations, having raised over $8 billion for mission-driven causes. His previous roles include Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer and Chief Revenue Officer at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, and a key role at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Meredith Seacrest Leach, CEO and Executive Director of RSF, emphasized Sweat's industry leadership and strategic vision as crucial for the foundation's next chapter. The Ryan Seacrest Foundation, established in 2009, operates a national network of 14 Seacrest Studios in pediatric hospitals, providing interactive media experiences for patients. In 2025, these studios delivered 8,406 hours of live programming and helped create 265 original shows, reaching approximately 3.1 million patients and family members.
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Great expectations: Firebirds have the roster to win a Calder Cup

Great expectations: Firebirds have the roster to win a Calder Cup

Coachella Valley returns 94% of its scoring from last year's Pacific Division finals team.
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California making it easier to remove dead Joshua trees

California making it easier to remove dead Joshua trees

Three years after California enacted landmark protections for western Joshua trees, it's tweaking rules to add flexibility for homeowners and tribes.
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The Betty Ford Center is about to get a huge upgrade. What to know

The Betty Ford Center is about to get a huge upgrade. What to know

The Betty Ford Center has unveiled new plans for a $40 million campus renovation after rising costs paused work for several years.
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Cooler Temperatures Start the Week in Coachella Valley

Cooler Temperatures Start the Week in Coachella Valley

Temperatures in the Coachella Valley are beginning the week below the seasonal average, providing a noticeable break from the typical heat in the region. This shift in weather conditions is expected to bring cooler mornings and more comfortable daytime highs. The change comes as a result of a weather pattern that has moved into the area, influencing local temperatures. Residents and visitors in the region can expect a reprieve from the usual heat, making outdoor activities more enjoyable during this period.