Palm Springs-based Oswit Land Trust acquires 165 acres for wildlife corridor
The Santa Rosa Hills acquisition is situated in the San Jacinto Mountain foothills. It represents the first phase of a larger wildlife corridor project.
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September 18 Daily Briefing: Open space protections floated, Pride headliner announced, and more
In today's Daily Briefing, we report on the future of two pieces of land that have received a lot of attention, tell you who will be opening Palm Springs Pride, and introduce you to our pet of the week.
Desert Water Agency appoints first female general manager, effective next year
Esther Saenz brings 14 years of experience at DWA to her new role, where she will oversee the agency's operations, including management of the community's water resources and compliance with regulations.
Planning Commission recommends exploring open space designation for Boulders, Crescendo
City officials have maintained the properties are not for sale and would not be developed, but need to be kept on a list of available properties to help meet housing density requirements.Â
September 17 Daily Briefing: Voter drive launched, bike lane meetings planned, and more
In today's Daily Briefing, learn about a push for new voters (including those from marginalized communities) and how you can have your say about proposed bike lanes on two major streets.
September 16 Daily Briefing: Bullying prevention, evidence demanded, crosswalk art, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we preview a pair of upcoming events designed to combat student bullying, show you what a crosswalk art project will look like, and run down a few events in our community.
City officials again demand DA supply evidence in councilmember residency dispute
The city said it remains committed to transparency and due process in resolving the matter, however, "Without such evidence, the City of Palm Springs is unable to assess the validity of the claims."
September 13 Daily Briefing: Reparations backlash, new AIDS Memorial design, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we report on emotional testimony during Thursday's City Council meeting, how the city plans to tighten some fiscal controls, and a new design for a meaningful memorial.
Section 14 survivors, descendants, others confront City Council over delay in reparations
The council chambers were filled Thursday night with community members demanding action on long-standing promises of restitution for the forced removal and burning of homes.
Palm Springs seeks to tighten nonprofit grant controls after pilot program issues
City Manager Scott Stiles presented recommendations Thursday that include eliminating lump sum payments for projects over $75,000 and requiring regular progress reports from grant recipients.
September 12 Daily Briefing: Library parking, previewing Council meeting, Sept. 11 ceremony, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we preview issues that might be addressed at tonight City Council meeting, look back at Wednesday's Sept. 11 commemoration, and report on parking issues at the city library.
Palm Springs Library Board endorses parking expansion plan
Community partners, including the nearby Boys and Girls Club and Palm Springs Stadium management, had expressed concerns about the current parking capacity.
September 18 Daily Briefing: Open space protections floated, Pride headliner announced, and more
In today's Daily Briefing, we report on the future of two pieces of land that have received a lot of attention, tell you who will be opening Palm Springs Pride, and introduce you to our pet of the week.
Desert Water Agency appoints first female general manager, effective next year
Esther Saenz brings 14 years of experience at DWA to her new role, where she will oversee the agency's operations, including management of the community's water resources and compliance with regulations.
Planning Commission recommends exploring open space designation for Boulders, Crescendo
City officials have maintained the properties are not for sale and would not be developed, but need to be kept on a list of available properties to help meet housing density requirements.Â
September 17 Daily Briefing: Voter drive launched, bike lane meetings planned, and more
In today's Daily Briefing, learn about a push for new voters (including those from marginalized communities) and how you can have your say about proposed bike lanes on two major streets.
September 16 Daily Briefing: Bullying prevention, evidence demanded, crosswalk art, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we preview a pair of upcoming events designed to combat student bullying, show you what a crosswalk art project will look like, and run down a few events in our community.
City officials again demand DA supply evidence in councilmember residency dispute
The city said it remains committed to transparency and due process in resolving the matter, however, "Without such evidence, the City of Palm Springs is unable to assess the validity of the claims."
September 13 Daily Briefing: Reparations backlash, new AIDS Memorial design, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we report on emotional testimony during Thursday's City Council meeting, how the city plans to tighten some fiscal controls, and a new design for a meaningful memorial.
Section 14 survivors, descendants, others confront City Council over delay in reparations
The council chambers were filled Thursday night with community members demanding action on long-standing promises of restitution for the forced removal and burning of homes.
Palm Springs seeks to tighten nonprofit grant controls after pilot program issues
City Manager Scott Stiles presented recommendations Thursday that include eliminating lump sum payments for projects over $75,000 and requiring regular progress reports from grant recipients.
September 12 Daily Briefing: Library parking, previewing Council meeting, Sept. 11 ceremony, and more
In today's Daily Briefing we preview issues that might be addressed at tonight City Council meeting, look back at Wednesday's Sept. 11 commemoration, and report on parking issues at the city library.
Palm Springs Library Board endorses parking expansion plan
Community partners, including the nearby Boys and Girls Club and Palm Springs Stadium management, had expressed concerns about the current parking capacity.