Over the past few years, the city has seen an increase in retail, vehicle and catalytic converter theft. The Palm Springs Police Department is going to use this grant money to fight all three, especially in the downtown area.
Street vendors aren’t allowed to operate on main city roads during certain days and hours starting in October and ending in April. Many advocates and vendors are saying these new rules could heavily impact their business.
It’s been only hazy skies and dusty air throughout the valley since Tropical Storm Hilary hit a month ago. Mounds of mud and sand can still be seen across the desert, only adding to the poor air quality.
Bark scorpions have once again been found in the Coachella Valley. While they are invasive and venomous, vector control wants to reassure people in the area to not worry.
About three weeks ago, FIND Food Bank’s emergency mobile market in Cathedral City served hundreds of residents impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary. Wednesday, they expect to do the same.
Congressman Raul Ruiz met with Arizona lawmakers and federal officials about the current conditions of the Salton Sea and how they hope to take the area from a public health hazard to an economic hub.
