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South Palm Canyon Bridge Project Enters Final Construction Stage In Palm Springs
The South Palm Canyon Bridge project in Palm Springs is entering its final construction stage, with pedestrian and traffic changes planned for the week of Nov. 16. The eastern sidewalk is scheduled to open Nov. 17 as…
Palm Springs Invites Residents To Weigh In On Tramview Heights Project
Palm Springs residents can comment on the proposed Tramview Heights Specific Plan at a Planning Commission meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 18. The meeting will take place in the City Hall Council Chamber, where…
CODEPINK protest puts Pride rules in focus
CODEPINK demonstrated during Palm Springs Pride on November 8 after organizers denied its application to join the parade for a second consecutive year. The group says its human-rights advocacy fits Pride’s message of…
Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in Palm Springs, California
Nordstrom plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack store in Palm Springs, California, in fall 2027. The Seattle-based retailer announced the planned location on Nov. 12. The discount store will expand the company’s presence…
Thanksgiving Weekend Hours Announced For Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will extend its operating hours from Nov. 26 to 29 for Thanksgiving weekend. The first tram will depart at 8 a.m., the last will ascend at 8 p.m. and the final descent is scheduled for…
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Toucans Tiki Lounge closing this weekend; will rebrand in 2027 with new name
Toucan’s Tiki Lounge in downtown Palm Springs will close this weekend after 24 years, management announced on social media. The venue, known for drag shows and dancing, plans to reopen in 2027 as 3 Dollar Bill Palm…
Toucan’s Tiki Lounge closing this weekend; will rebrand in 2027
Toucan’s Tiki Lounge in downtown Palm Springs will close this weekend after 24 years, management announced on social media. The venue, known for drag shows and dancing, plans to reopen in 2027 as 3 Dollar Bill Palm…
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway To Close For Maintenance Dec. 16
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for one day on Dec. 16 to finish maintenance work postponed during its annual preventive-maintenance shutdown. Tramway officials said a supply issue delayed replacement of the…
Veterans Day 2026 In Palm Springs: Closures, Events, Observances
Palm Springs and nearby communities will observe Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with public offices, schools, libraries, post offices and banks closed. The city’s 29th annual Veterans Day parade and concert is…
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to close for one day on Dec. 16 for scheduled maintenance
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for one day on Wednesday, Dec. 16, for scheduled maintenance, officials announced. A project to replace deflection sheave liners at Mountain Station was not completed during…
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Crew sought in $34K copper wire theft in Palm Springs
Police are seeking a crew suspected of stealing copper wire worth $34,000 in Palm Springs. The brief report provides no further details about when the theft occurred or how many people may be involved.
A cozy compound in the California desert
This architectural feature explores a unique residential project located in the California desert. The homeowners prioritized a balance between the structure's crisp, modern lines and a warm, inviting atmosphere. By…
Palm Springs To Host Veterans Day Celebration With Parade, Concert And Tribute Events
Palm Springs will hold a weeklong series of events honoring veterans and active-duty service members, beginning Wednesday, the city announced. The program includes a downtown parade and concert, a letter-writing…
Suspect in domestic violence case flees; arrested at Palm Springs airport
A 26-year-old suspect in a domestic violence case in Twentynine Palms was arrested at Palm Springs International Airport while attempting to leave the area, Z107.7 News reports. Deputies say Kodi Gaines allegedly…
Kim Kardashian buys another Palm Springs home to expand hidden garden paths
Kim Kardashian has purchased an additional property in Palm Springs, California, to expand her family's estate in the Coachella Valley. The acquisition continues a trend of property investments in the area that began in…
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Palm Springs Air Museum To Mark 30th Anniversary With 'Top Gun: Maverick' Aircraft
The Palm Springs Air Museum celebrates its 30th anniversary this Saturday with the dedication of an F/A-18 Super Hornet featured in 'Top Gun: Maverick'. The aircraft will join the museum's permanent collection, marking…
Man Critically Injured After Stabbing At Parking Garage In Palm Springs: Police
A Bermuda Dunes man, 38-year-old Francisco Elias, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing in a Palm Springs parking garage. The victim, who suffered neck and torso wounds, remains in…
Bob Iger's Son to Call Lakers Games for G League Team
Will Iger, son of former Disney CEO Bob Iger, has been named the new play-by-play announcer for the Coachella Valley Lakers, the G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers. Iger joins the broadcast team as the…
Full Schedule For Palm Springs Pride Released
Greater Palm Springs Pride has released the full schedule for its 40th anniversary celebration, which runs through Sunday. The event, themed "Be Included," expects to draw 220,000 attendees. Festivities include a…
Coachella Valley station flips to nonstop Christmas music
Coachella Valley radio station 92.1 MeTV FM has switched its programming to 24-hour Christmas music until December 27. The station owner, Brad Fuhr, stated the decision was made to spread holiday cheer and improve…
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Palm Springs Appoints Interim Fire Chief
The City of Palm Springs has appointed Deputy Fire Chief Jeff Van Lierop as interim fire chief following the retirement of Paul Alvarado, who served for over 35 years. Van Lierop, a veteran with nearly 25 years of…
Inde Navarrette Wins Palm Springs Rising Star Award for 'Obsession'
Breakout star Inde Navarrette will receive the Rising Star Award at the upcoming Palm Springs International Film Awards. The honor recognizes her performance in the horror blockbuster 'Obsession,' which has grossed over…
Lane Closures Planned In Palm Springs For Bridge Project Work On Nov. 3
Motorists in Palm Springs should prepare for lane closures on South Palm Canyon Drive starting Tuesday, November 3. The restrictions are part of the ongoing South Palm Canyon Bridge Project and will facilitate the…
An NBC Palm Springs Weather Heads-Up on Tuesday, August 4, 2026!
The National Weather Service has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for the Coachella Valley through Saturday. Residents should prepare for peak temperatures exceeding 110 degrees each afternoon, accompanied by humidity…
Palm Springs Animal Shelter Pauses Cat and Kitten Intake After Illness Outbreak
The Palm Springs Animal Shelter has officially suspended all intake of cats and kittens through July 27. This temporary measure follows an illness outbreak detected at the facility, aimed at preventing further spread…
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Passion Church becomes first Palm Springs faith-based Blue Zones Project approved organization
Passion Church has officially become the first faith-based organization in Palm Springs to receive Blue Zones Project Approved status. This recognition highlights the church's commitment to promoting longevity and…