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How Palm Desert is planning for future growth, the relocation of a controversial Palm Springs statue, and a fundraiser named after a fallen Marine from Indio are all in this week’s Coachella Valley news roundup.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:13 PM
How Palm Desert is planning for future growth, the relocation of a controversial Palm Springs statue, and a fundraiser named after a fallen Marine from Indio are all in this week’s Coachella Valley news roundup.
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In this week's briefing we report on how the city is helping supply power to an area primed for growth, what residents had to tell the mayor when they met with him Wednesday, and what's next for a planned regional sports park.
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📅 Your Weekly Briefing for Jan. 9
In this week's briefing we report on how the city is helping supply power to an area primed for growth, what residents had to tell the mayor when they met with him Wednesday, and what's next for a planned regional sports park.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:23 PM
In this week's briefing we report on how the city is helping supply power to an area primed for growth, what residents had to tell the mayor when they met with him Wednesday, and what's next for a planned regional sports park.
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The substation will serve undeveloped parcels in two zones along the city’s northern edge.
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Council approves energy substation that would open up new areas for development
The substation will serve undeveloped parcels in two zones along the city’s northern edge.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:15 AM
The substation will serve undeveloped parcels in two zones along the city’s northern edge.
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Funding will support design and construction of enhanced crosswalks, lighting and speed management measures near schools and high-risk corridors.
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City awarded $5.7 million federal grant for street safety improvements
Funding will support design and construction of enhanced crosswalks, lighting and speed management measures near schools and high-risk corridors.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Funding will support design and construction of enhanced crosswalks, lighting and speed management measures near schools and high-risk corridors.
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The mayor joined city staff in responding to resident questions on development, infrastructure and the city’s future.
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Palm Desert mayor addresses growth, infrastructure and community character at first coffee event
The mayor joined city staff in responding to resident questions on development, infrastructure and the city’s future.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The mayor joined city staff in responding to resident questions on development, infrastructure and the city’s future.
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Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee members who met Tuesday said the park needs to be large enough to meet growing demand for sports fields and recreation.
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Committee urges larger regional park as plan advances
Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee members who met Tuesday said the park needs to be large enough to meet growing demand for sports fields and recreation.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Committee members who met Tuesday said the park needs to be large enough to meet growing demand for sports fields and recreation.
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Energy infrastructure, affordable housing and new hillside development standards are among the major items set for discussion at the next regular council meeting.
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City Council to consider energy substation funding, housing bonds and hillside rules at Thursday meeting
Energy infrastructure funding, affordable housing bonds and new hillside development standards are among the major items set for discussion at the next regular City Council meeting.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Energy infrastructure, affordable housing and new hillside development standards are among the major items set for discussion at the next regular council meeting.
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Even though it was a holiday week for many, there was still news to report. Catch up with our weekly report on what mattered to you and your neighbors here in the Coachella Valley.
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January 3, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Even though it was a holiday week for many, there was still news to report. Catch up with our weekly report on what mattered to you and your neighbors here in the Coachella Valley.
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In this week's briefing we report on how the city will guide transportation for the next two decades, where local home prices sit, and what to do with your used tree now that the holidays are over.
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🗓️ Your Weekly Briefing for Jan. 2, 2026
In this week's briefing we report on how the city will guide transportation for the next two decades, where local home prices sit, and what to do with your used tree now that the holidays are over.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:14 PM
In this week's briefing we report on how the city will guide transportation for the next two decades, where local home prices sit, and what to do with your used tree now that the holidays are over.
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A transportation update adopted by the Palm Desert City Council earlier this month lays out road, safety and congestion strategy for the next two decades.
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City leaders elevate Portola Avenue interchange as long-term priority
A transportation update adopted by the Palm Desert City Council earlier this month lays out road, safety and congestion strategy for the next two decades.
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December 31, 2025 at 9:30 PM
A transportation update adopted by the Palm Desert City Council earlier this month lays out road, safety and congestion strategy for the next two decades.
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Housing inventory is up and prices are down. Though analysts say much of that is seasonal trends, year-over-year data put the trends in context.
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Palm Desert home prices down compared to last year, inventory up
Housing inventory is up and prices are down. Though analysts say much of that is seasonal trends, year-over-year data put the trends in context.
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December 29, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Housing inventory is up and prices are down. Though analysts say much of that is seasonal trends, year-over-year data put the trends in context.
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Residents can pick up up to 15 sandbags at City Hall as National Weather Service issues Flood Watch for the region through Wednesday evening.
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City offering free sandbags ahead of possible flooding
Residents can pick up up to 15 sandbags at City Hall as National Weather Service issues Flood Watch for the region through Wednesday evening.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Residents can pick up up to 15 sandbags at City Hall as National Weather Service issues Flood Watch for the region through Wednesday evening.
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There was a lot of news in Palm Desert and elsewhere in the valley this week. Take a look back at five stories we think shaped your life and the lives of your neighbors.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:16 PM
There was a lot of news in Palm Desert and elsewhere in the valley this week. Take a look back at five stories we think shaped your life and the lives of your neighbors.
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The Riverside County Sheriff's Department responded to a steady volume of calls across Palm Desert for the week of Dec. 11–17, with deputies handling a mix of warrant arrests, theft reports, DUI investigations, and other incidents across the city.
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Palm Desert public safety roundup: Dec. 11-17
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's weekly report for Dec. 11 through 17. Reports are typically released on Thursday.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:13 AM
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department responded to a steady volume of calls across Palm Desert for the week of Dec. 11–17, with deputies handling a mix of warrant arrests, theft reports, DUI investigations, and other incidents across the city.
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The city initiated the process for new guidelines for hillside homes over a year ago, with a goal of creating clearer and more formal design standards and to balance the natural beauty of the hillsides with residential development.
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Planning Commission moves forward new design standards for hillside homes
The city initiated the process for new guidelines for hillside homes over a year ago, with a goal of creating clearer and more formal design standards for homes on rocky hillsides and to balance the n...
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December 17, 2025 at 3:58 AM
The city initiated the process for new guidelines for hillside homes over a year ago, with a goal of creating clearer and more formal design standards and to balance the natural beauty of the hillsides with residential development.
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The decision followed three hours of public testimony after Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto also called to rescind the city's diversity resolution last week.
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Palm Desert City Council rejects call to roll back recognition of Pride
Decision follows three hours of public testimony after Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto's call to rescind diversity resolution
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December 17, 2025 at 2:02 AM
The decision followed three hours of public testimony after Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto also called to rescind the city's diversity resolution last week.
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Just in: Following three hours of public testimony, the Palm Desert City Council voted 4-1 to take no action on a call by Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto to roll back the city's formal recognition of LGBTQ Pride Month and revisit its broader diversity policy. We'll have a full story shortly.
December 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Just in: Following three hours of public testimony, the Palm Desert City Council voted 4-1 to take no action on a call by Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto to roll back the city's formal recognition of LGBTQ Pride Month and revisit its broader diversity policy. We'll have a full story shortly.
The Tuesday special session follows backlash to Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto’s request to roll back the city’s formal LGBTQ Pride Month recognition.
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Palm Desert City Council to hold special meeting on Pride resolutions after backlash
The Tuesday special session follows backlash to Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto’s request to roll back the city’s formal LGBTQ Pride Month recognition.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:47 PM
The Tuesday special session follows backlash to Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto’s request to roll back the city’s formal LGBTQ Pride Month recognition.
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Take a quick look back at five of the stories we wrote this week that we think will help you get a better look at life throughout the valley we all call home.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Take a quick look back at five of the stories we wrote this week that we think will help you get a better look at life throughout the valley we all call home.
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A proposal by Palm Desert Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto would roll back a 2024 policy that includes Pride flag displays, prompting backlash from LGBTQ residents.
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Pradetto proposes ending City Hall banner displays, including Pride flag
A proposal by Palm Desert Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto would roll back a 2024 policy that includes Pride flag displays, prompting backlash from LGBTQ residents and setting up a broader debate over neutr...
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December 13, 2025 at 12:14 AM
A proposal by Palm Desert Mayor Pro Tem Joe Pradetto would roll back a 2024 policy that includes Pride flag displays, prompting backlash from LGBTQ residents.
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In this week's briefing, we tell you how the city plans to help you get your pets spayed or neutered, what developers of a Restoration Hardware on El Paseo are planning for its exterior, and who was seated as the new Palm Desert mayor Thursday evening.
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🗓️ Your Weekly Briefing for Dec. 12, 2025
In this week's briefing, we tell you how the city plans to help you get your pets spayed or neutered, what developers of a planned Restoration Hardware on El Paseo are planning for its exterior, and w...
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December 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
In this week's briefing, we tell you how the city plans to help you get your pets spayed or neutered, what developers of a Restoration Hardware on El Paseo are planning for its exterior, and who was seated as the new Palm Desert mayor Thursday evening.
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The City Council unanimously approved the program on Thursday, allocating $50,000 annually from the city's animal services fund to cover the cost of spaying and neutering up to four animals per household at no charge to residents.
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Palm Desert launches expanded voucher program for free spay and neuter services
The city found that direct vouchers massively increased participation in the free spay and neuter program compared to the old method of paying up front and getting reimbursed later.
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December 12, 2025 at 2:52 AM
The City Council unanimously approved the program on Thursday, allocating $50,000 annually from the city's animal services fund to cover the cost of spaying and neutering up to four animals per household at no charge to residents.
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The Architectural Review Commission approved major changes to the facade of the new Restoration Hardware store on El Paseo, allowing the architectural detail to prevent the building from looking too flat.
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Commission backs new Restoration Hardware storefront design, housing shift
The Architectural Review Commission approved major changes to the facade of the new Restoration Hardware store on El Paseo, allowing the architectural detail to prevent the building from looking too f...
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December 9, 2025 at 11:33 PM
The Architectural Review Commission approved major changes to the facade of the new Restoration Hardware store on El Paseo, allowing the architectural detail to prevent the building from looking too flat.
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The Riverside County Sheriff's Department responded to a steady volume of calls across Palm Desert for the week of Nov. 27–Dec. 3, with deputies handling a mix of warrant arrests, theft reports, DUI investigations, and other incidents across the city.
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Palm Desert public safety roundup: Nov. 27 - Dec. 3
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's weekly report for Nov. 27 through Dec. 3. Reports are typically released on Thursday.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:06 AM
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department responded to a steady volume of calls across Palm Desert for the week of Nov. 27–Dec. 3, with deputies handling a mix of warrant arrests, theft reports, DUI investigations, and other incidents across the city.
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This week in the CV Reporter we tell you why there's a pause on new gas stations in Indio, report on a debate over which years count as "mid-century," and check how construction is going at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, which has been closed since last month.
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The week that was in the Coachella Valley
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December 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
This week in the CV Reporter we tell you why there's a pause on new gas stations in Indio, report on a debate over which years count as "mid-century," and check how construction is going at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, which has been closed since last month.
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