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Locals are gathering near the Palm Springs Film Festival for a protest to gain visibility for Palestinian people as the Israeli-Hamas War continues. They are protesting for a permanent cease-fire. “We’re choosing to protest this event because of the global visibility”, says local activist Joshua Dunn. “Being politically active in the Coachella Valley is extremely

Lift to Rise has launched a new billboard campaign that features residents from the Coachella Valley who have partnered with the non-profit organization to help find solutions to a number of challenges, including the affordable housing crisis. “It’s really intended to tell the story of community residents and what community residents need in order to

The Coachella Valley experienced a fast-moving rainstorm on Wednesday morning. Despite the cool weather and rain, foot traffic in Downtown Palm Springs remained lively.  Some businesses say the rain has a minimal impact on them. Other businesses, like restaurants, feel the impact of rain and cool weather. Restaurants and cafes with large outdoor seating areas

Concealed carry weapons permit holders in California are no longer allowed to have their firearms in most public places, at least for now, after a new state law took effect on Monday. On Saturday, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals suspended a U.S. District Court judge’s previous ruling that had temporarily blocked Senate Bill

The New Year signifies a fresh start for many folks. According Forbes Health, 37 percent of Americans had a goal or resolution in mind heading into 2023. Yet most average resolutions last a little more than three months. Improving ones health remains one of the most popular goals year after year. Forbes Health poll also

At around 3:30 AM on January 2, four fires were reported in Cathedral City. The fires burned in close proximity.  At the Sunshine Cafe there was a dumpster, brush, and fence fire.  On East Palm Canyon Drive at the Quick Quack Car Wash there was 25×50 foot brush fire. On Bankside Drive there was a

The Palm Springs Surf Club opened on January 1, 2024.  The water park was formerly a Wet n’ Wild, and has been under construction and renovations for over 3 years.  The property has a massive wave pool, a lazy river, water slides, and two restaurants.  The surf club offers private surf lessons, and group surf

The 35th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival will return to the desert this week, and will screen 179 films from 74 countries, including 47 premieres (8 World, 3 International, 12 North American, and 24 U.S.) from January 4-15, 2024. The festival’s opening night will be the U.S. Premiere of Wicked Little Letters directed by