‘I Love Cathedral City’ hopes to reverse the city council’s vote to phase out short term rentals
Read more: Cathedral City passes plan to eliminate short-term vacation rentals by end of 2022
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Smoky conditions and reduced air quality continues
The Smoke Advisory issued by South Coast Air Quality Management District remains in effect for all of the Coachella Valley. Current air quality is in the ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’ category. Read more about the Smoke Advisory here. This afternoon was warmer than what was felt yesterday as a ridge of high pressure remains over
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Student Athlete of the Week – Henry Lopez
The heart of Henry Lopez’s success starts with his family. “They give me a lot of support. They’re always behind me and they’re always cheering for me at games. They’re very protective also,” Lopez said. His family even extends onto the football field, with Coach Dockery and his wife being Henry’s godparents. “Henry does a
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More Smoke again Today
The Smoke Advisory once again is extended through tonight as smoke from the El Dorado Fire pours into the Valley. The forecast has more smoke moving in later this evening as Northwesterly winds begin to pick up. Much of the Western US is warmer than normal, including SoCal so our highs will be a bit
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Lingering smoke with temperatures staying mild
On Sunday, Palm Springs reached 105°. The average today is 101°. Temperatures will see a mild warming trend with an area of high pressure aloft through Wednesday. Then, we will be tracking a slow cooling trend into next weekend as an area of low pressure strengthens onshore flow. A Smoke Advisory continues through Tuesday afternoon.
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A Smoky Start to the Week
The Smoke Advisory for the Valley has been extended as smoke continues to filter in to our skies. Because of the smoke, our Air Quality is quite poor today, in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” range, and getting worse. Elsewhere, Tropical Storm Sally is threatening the Gulf Coast, specifically the City of New Orleans, and
Continue Reading Slowly warming, still dealing with smoke
Temperatures were a bit warmer today. The high temperature in Palm Springs was two degrees higher than yesterday. High pressure is in control, keeping our temperatures above average. The warming trend continues into the start of the week, but temperatures stay below 110°. Air quality is still a concern due to the El Dorado Fire
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Mirim Lee wins first major title at ANA Inspiration
Mirim Lee won her first major championship title on Sunday at the 2020 ANA Inspiration. After an eagle on 18 to force a three-way playoff, Lee defeated Brooke Henderson and Nelly Korda, the co-leaders into the final round. “I don’t consider majors any different from regular tournaments and moving forward, whenever I go to a
Continue Reading Tracking warming next week with less haze
Saturday, Palm Springs reached a high temperature of 103°. This is one degree above the average of 102°. Today, temperatures will feel very similar. There is a ridge of high pressure in place keeping temperatures just a touch above the average. The smokey conditions overhead are also helping to regulate temperatures. A Smoke Advisory, from
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Temperatures warming up slightly, monitoring air quality
Temperatures are staying a couple degrees above seasonal all week long. Smoke from wildfires across California continues to impact air quality. The South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended a Smoke Advisory through Sunday afternoon. A ridge of high pressure is keeping temperatures slightly above seasonal, but will stay below 110° this week. This
Continue Reading Triple digits have returned for some weekend warming
Friday, Palm Springs reached a high temperature of 100°. This after spending two days below triple digits. The average for this time of the year is 102°. A ridge of high pressure builds this weekend and it will keep temperatures a bit above average. This ridge of high pressure is expected to stick around through
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Riverside County encouraging more residents get tested for coronavirus to move into next phase of reopening
Riverside County is encouraging residents to get tested for coronavirus to help stop the spread and reopen businesses. “First and foremost, containing the disease continues to be our first priority with this pandemic. When we’re able to show and demonstrate that we are slowing the spread of the disease in Riverside County then we can
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Gradual warming into the weekend
South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended the Smoke Advisory through Saturday afternoon. Read the full advisory here. Palm Springs has reached 100° this afternoon — 3° warmer than yesterday. A ridge of high pressure building over the west coast will bring this warming trend into early next week. Afternoon highs will gradually increase
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Warmer and Smokier for the Weekend
The Smoke Advisory has been extended as Northwesterly winds push smoke and haze into the Valley from the El Dorado Fire. The smoke will likely be worse in the evening hours when winds increase. The result of the smoke of course means lower air quality. Low pressure is moving East, and high pressure is building
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Nice today; gradual warming into weekend
Like yesterday, Coachella Valley cities are experiencing a much needed break from excessive heat and feeling below normal temperatures for the second day in a row. An average high for today’s date is 102°. Palm Springs reached 97° this afternoon. Despite smoke still being seen in the upper levels of the sky, air quality on
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