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June 4 Daily Briefing: Home near ruins, superintendent candidate, reading program, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we tell you how a city board is trying to mitigate the impact of a large home near some old ruins, who might be the next leader of local school, and how you can "level up" at the library.

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Historic board approves of home near cabin ruins, with conditions, suggestions

The board approved building a large home near the remains of the Avery Field Cabin after more than two hours of debate, noting issues with its height, scale and materials.

Palm Springs Unified School District selects superintendent finalist

Dr. Marcus Funchess, currently serves as assistant superintendent of human resources at the San Bernardino City Unified School District, will be considered for appointment at the June 10 board meeting.

June 3 Daily Briefing: First responders share story, nonprofit honored, our pet of the week, and more

Today we recount what firefighters and other first responders went through immediately after a recent bombing, report on an upcoming tech event, and introduce you to "Handsome," a pooch in need of a forever home.

‘There’s hopes and dreams in there’: Why first responders risked everything inside the fertility clinic blast zone

Firefighters who rushed to the scene of a deadly May 17 blast say the decision to enter the heavily damaged clinic was driven by a sense of duty — and the knowledge that families’ futures were at stake.

June 2 Daily Briefing: Convention center contract, on-site investigation wraps, Marilyn party, and more

Today we report on the economic impact of our local airport, a change coming for the convention center, and a big birthday party held near a big statue on Sunday.

City plans for company that manages Plaza Theatre, Acrisure Arena, to take over Convention Center operations

The existing agreement with AEG Management expires at the end of September. Staff expects to bring a fully negotiated contract back to the council in July, allowing for a 60 to 90 day transition period.

May 30 Daily Briefing: Public weighs in on bridge project, baseball is back, special film event, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on what dozens of neighbors had to say about a proposed bridge project, preview a unique film event, and tell you when the first pitch will be thrown for the summer baseball season in Palm Springs.

Residents share personal experiences as community remains divided on bridge project at public meeting

Dozens of people gathered at Indian Canyons Golf Club Thursday evening to discuss the project. In April, the Palm Springs City Council postponed its decision on the matter to allow time for additional public input.

May 29 Daily Briefing: Disaster zone declared, project bonds approved, goal increased, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on the latest efforts by the city and community to support businesses impacted by the May 17 bombing and how the city plans to fund renovations at two key public facilities.

$40 million in bonds for library, swim center renovations approved by City Council

The bonds will provide up to $30 million for the long-awaited library expansion project and $7 million for renovations at the swim center building in Sunrise Park.

City Council approves special recovery zone for dozens of businesses impacted by fertility clinic bombing

The businesses suffered an estimated $6 million to $12 million in damage during the intentional act of violence that killed the suspect and injured four people earlier this month.

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