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Commission discussing energy efficiency ordinance for some of city’s residential buildings

Under the proposed ordinance, homeowners applying for permits for alterations, additions, or modifications to walls and HVAC systems would be required to implement mandatory energy-saving measures.

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November 15 Daily Briefing: Section 14 agreement, COD groundbreaking, drone initiative, and more

In today's Daily Briefing, we tell you about some history that was made at City Hall Thursday evening, progress on a new college campus, and how the PSPD hopes to use drones.

Council unanimously approves settlement with Section 14 group, paving way for reparations

A detailed report shows the city has agreed to a nearly $6 million settlement to be distributed through the claimants' attorney, ensuring Section 14 residents and their descendants receive compensation.

College of the Desert breaks ground on long-awaited Palm Springs campus

'Today, we make Palm Springs a college town,' proclaimed Laura Hope, interim superintendent/president of College of the Desert, during remarks Thursday at the campus site.

Got a warehouse? Library staff needs safe storage for 75,000 books during renovation

Most of the books from the library's collection need to be placed in climate-controlled off-site storage during an upcoming renovation. Staff is actively seeking space.

Nov. 14 Daily Briefing: Section 14 agreement, commission concerns, superintendent contract, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we report on the possible approval of a deal on reparations, a new contract for the head of PSUSD, and concerns raised over a new direction proposed for a city commission.

Drones could become first responders in Palm Springs under PSPD proposal being shown to public

During a presentation Wednesday evening, the public got its first chance to see how deploying drones to emergency calls before officers arrive could improve response times as well as officer and public safety.

City reaches historic agreement with Section 14 survivors; council approval looms

The Palm Springs City Council is set to consider an agreement Thursday that includes almost $6 million in direct compensation, housing initiatives, and cultural preservation efforts for displaced families.

Human Rights Commission debates future role amid post-election concerns

Proposed changes to the commission sparked debate Tuesday evening over balancing social services with civil rights advocacy in the uncertain political climate following Donald Trump’s re-election.

Nov. 13 Daily Briefing: OLT cross-complaint, Middleton concedes, next stars announced, and more

In today's Daily Briefing we tell you about the latest developments in a lawsuit involving a local land trust and an HOA, report on a concession by a local lawmaker, and introduce you to our pet of the week.

Palm Springs Unified School District extends superintendent’s contract to 2027

Dr. Tony Signoret's career with PSUSD began as a bilingual teacher at Agua Caliente Elementary. He has since served in various administrative roles, including assistant principal and principal.

Oswit Land Trust files cross-complaint, claiming HOA interfered with preserve project, grant funding

In documents filed earlier this month, the land trust alleges the Mesquite Country Club Condominium Association failed to pay rent and sabotaged a conservation grant at a former golf course.

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