As we are seeing increased hospitalizations across Riverside County, health officials in Coachella Valley are also seeing a spike in people getting vaccinated. NBC Palm Springs spoke to county officials to ask if they are seeing the increased county-wide and our potential chances of reaching herd immunity. “We definitely have seen an increase in the […]
As Covid-19 case numbers continue to climb across the country and in Coachella Valley, neighboring counties have reinforced mask mandates, so what is next for Riverside County. NBC Palm Springs spoke to Public Health Information Officer Dr. Leung and brings us an update of what we can expect in the coming weeks. “It’s in our […]
The city of Palm Springs has decided to increase cannabis business license fees over the next three years. Because of the steep increase, many dispensaries were expected to oppose the idea, but we spoke to one local shop supporting the move, saying it will be good for the long term. Palm Springs is raising the […]
In January Governor Gavin Newsom announced a $15 billion dollar surplus, that surplus stemming from pandemic-aid overflow has now increased to $76 billion. “This budget builds on a strong fiscal foundation, one that allows us to set aside even more resources,” explained Newsom. Governor Newsom has spent much of the week laying out his $100 […]
A tax on a local restaurant bill sparks controversy in Palm Springs. Stout Burgers and Beers charges customers 3.5 percent to cover the cost of their staff’s healthcare, and the owner says it’s necessary. “This is a way for us to say hey, we are concerned about you, we want you to think about this […]
Riverside County supervisors Tuesday approved a series of hikes to trash collection fees in unincorporated communities, without public opposition. In a 5-0 vote, the Board of Supervisors signed off on universal 2.2% fee increases sought by the four waste haulers under contract with the county — Burrtec Waste, CR&R Inc., Desert Valley Disposal and Waste […]
