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Sept. 17 Daily Briefing: Permits for major development, pedestrian fatality, tree ordinance, and more

In today’s Daily Briefing, we report on what's next for what could be the city's tallest building, why roads were closed late last night, and how the city is acting to maintain our tree population.

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Commission advances seven-story hotel, nine-story residential development near convention center

The project’s nine-story residential component could become the tallest building in Palm Springs.

The Importance of Regular Cancer Screenings

Here’s what you need to know about each of these critical screenings: what they do, how often to get them, and why they matter for your long-term health.

Sept. 16 Daily Briefing: Housing report, NEA grant, Coachella lineup, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we tell you who's coming to Coachella, how home sales are going, why the Palm Springs Cultural Center has something to celebrate, and introduce you to Smokey, a pooch in need of a new home.

Palm Springs home prices decline as inventory rises in August market report

The latest Desert Housing Report shows median detached home prices dropped nearly 1% while days on market increased to 60 days.

Sept. 15 Daily Briefing: Hotel proposal, homicide arrest, Native tourism success, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we tell you about a new hotel and condo project being considered in the middle of the city, a threat that resulted in an arrest on Sunday, and how the local tribe is tapping into a $15.7 billion industry.

Cathedral City man arrested after bomb threat in downtown Palm Springs Sunday afternoon

Police say a man told an employee at a nearby restaurant that his vehicle contained an explosive device. An investigation determined no hazardous materials were in the vehicle.

Planning Commission to weigh hotel, residential development proposed for south of convention center

The hotel would be similar in height to the Kimpton Rowan Hotel downtown and occupy seven stories on the west wing of the project. The residences would occupy nine stories.

Sept. 12 Daily Briefing: Pride book fest, journalism honors, fire department ceremony, and more

In today's Daily Briefing, we report on what's next in the effort to modernize the city's convention center, a pause to remember victims and heroes during 9-11, and an upcoming book festival celebrating LGBTQ+ authors.

Palm Springs advances $125.5 million convention center modernization with contractor selection process

"We haven't kept up with the Joneses, and we've lost the bells and whistles," Mayor Ron deHarte said regarding the outdated facility.

Sept. 11 Daily Briefing: Appeal denied, grand jury response, Middleton’s new role, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on the results of an appeal over conditions imposed on a small South Palm Springs project, what's next for a former mayor, and when a city icon will be remembered.

Council denies appeal of decision over former gas station property amid debate over barriers to business

The case drew extensive discussion about whether city requirements are proportional to small development projects.

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