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Kendall Balchan

Kendall Balchan was born and raised in the Coachella Valley and brings deep local knowledge and context to every story. Before joining The Post, she spent three years as a producer and investigative reporter at NBC Palm Springs. In 2024, she was honored as one of the rising stars of local news by the Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation.

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June 25 Daily Briefing: Solar solution for city pool, important meetings, ShortFest winners, and more

In today’s Daily Briefing we tell you about a proposal to make what could be the city's biggest user of fossil fuels more sustainable, who won at ShortFest, and why the state may no longer be the king of cannabis.

Solar solutions proposed to reduce Swim Center’s carbon footprint

The city pool is part of Sunrise Park, a 38-acre campus that many hope can not only be an example of sustainability, but also restored, renovated and protected.

Handled with care: Bank of America building restoration showcases commitment to preservation

During a re-opening celebration Friday, company leaders and local preservationists touted the cooperation that resulted in a uniquely Palm Springs project.

As potential new owner steps up, City Council approves crucial amendment for Serena Park development

The next milestone for the project is June 2025, when the new owner must create lots that are ready to be recorded for the first 80 homes, as well as a new park. By November 2027 the last phase must be recorded.

June 13 Daily Briefing: City exploring climate resiliency grant, previewing tonight’s council meeting, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on how the city might use up to $20 million in federal grant money, what to expect at tonight's City Council meeting, and introduce you to our pet of the week.

After 35 years, Palm Springs zoning code overhaul gets underway at first community meeting

Emerging from the one-on-one conversations between project leaders and residents were common themes often heard in city meetings, like the desire for open space versus the need for more housing.

June 6 Daily Briefing: More apartments planned, the importance of zoning, animal camp coming, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on plans to convert part of a former golf course into land for housing, a unique summer camp at Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and an important meeting at Demuth Community Center.

City reviewing plans for a 136-unit apartment complex on former Mesquite Country Club land

The 13 acres adjacent to the planned Prescott Preserve was retained by the defunct golf course’s owner when he sold 120 acres that is now being turned into the preserve.

June 5 Daily Briefing: Public reviews PSP plans, next step for fulfillment center, restaurant grants, and more

In today's Daily Briefing, we report on an initial public review of airport expansion plans, what's happening with a first-of-its-kind warehouse in the city, and introduce you to Carla, a cat that needs a new home.

Airport development plan faces public scrutiny at community meeting over its future

Residents voice concerns over traffic, architecture, and public transit options at Tuesday evening community meeting. What happens next?

Indian Canyon Drive at the wash could reopen Thursday after weeks of closure due to immense sand buildup

City officials say they understand drivers' frustrations but emphasize that clearing the tons of sand that accumulate is a tricky and time-consuming process, made worse by relentless winds over the past month.

May 30 Daily Briefing: COD city campus discussed, ‘Pathway to Pride’ unveiled, students tour Nav Center, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on what COD leaders and others had to say at Wednesday night's presentation in the city, how the local hockey team is celebrating Pride Month, and run down some of today's events.

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