Coachella News

“Average Latinos and African Americans do not have problems coexisting in L.A.”

"The most disturbing aspect is that gang members allegedly engaged in a series of attacks ... that extended to innocent citizens who ended up being shot simply because of the color of their skin," said U.S. ... via City Beat

Goldenvoice principal Paul Tollett had made a habit out of luring classic bands back onto the stage at his Coachella festival each spring, and he's worked that magic yet again for the second Stagecoach Country ... via Billboard.com

“Motorcyclist killed after collision with truck”

INCORRECT INFORMATION: The organizer of the Mary Kay and La Quinta Girl Scouts collection of toiletries for fire victims is Maria Neatherton. via Desert Sun

Mag Andrews, who owns the speciality food store Aladdin Deli & Market Mediterranean Food and Grocery in Cathedral City, took some time to talk with the The Desert Sun about business. via Desert Sun

CATHEDRAL CITY -- Cathedral City's Administrative Services Director Tami Scott, who handles the city's finances, was arraigned Monday in Santa Ana federal court on accusations she laundered a $60,000 stolen IRS ... via Desert Sun

A reputed leader of the Mexican Mafia, accused of overseeing a narcotics ring based in the Coachella Valley, pleaded not guilty Monday in federal court to dealing in controlled substances. via Desert Sun

BERMUDA DUNES -- Two people suffered severe injuries Sunday evening following a plane crash at Bermuda Dunes Airport, officials said. via Desert Sun

Cathedral City continues to clean itself up. Thousands are being pumped into an Anti-Blight and Graffiti Abatement Task Force. via Desert Sun

Bonnie Garcia is scheduled to speak on Thursday, October 25th at the Coachella Mayor's Luncheon at the Spotlight 29 Casino in the Medjool Room. via Desert Local News

COACHELLA, Calif. -- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dave Mason has been racking up group and solo hits for more than 40 years. via WTVH Syracuse

“It's true. Tommy was joking, though.”

Musician Tommy Lee watches Ghostface Killah on stage during day 2 of the Coachella Music Festival held at the Empire Polo Field on April 28, 2007 in Indio, California. via KCOY-TV Santa Maria

“Palm Springs residents have wanted to have these tenants in their own back yard for a long time. Likewise, tenants have been looking for a venue with Palm Canyon Frontage so this project provides a win-win for all involved”

City of Palm Springs Experiences Tremendous Growth in Retail Sales One of brightest spots in the newly released Coachella Valley Economic Report is the focus on retail sales growth in Palm Springs. via Desert Sun

"We Can Do Better" It's been a wild ride for Stanley Sniff Jr. since he graduated from the University of California Riverside in 1980 with a B.A. in Philosophy. via Black Voice News

“They're imprinted, stamped, possibly dating back to the 1700's. May be Venetian.”

The victims of more than 40 recent burglaries in the valley may have something in common. via CBS 2

COACHELLA -- The Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians had a topping-off ceremony Friday for its new, four-story parking garage under construction outside Spotlight 29 Casino. via Desert Sun

“Our museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution”

The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum's Dinner in the Canyons annual benefit has proven to be a fast sellout every year. via Desert Sun

The Woman's Club needs your help in sponsoring the "Dollar For Scholars" Drive. All funds will go to Desert Hot Springs Students. via Desert Local News

“The recirculated plan benefits provide development certainty, making the region attractive to new businesses and improving the economy”

The city council of Coachella voted unanimously to approve their participation in the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan during their council meeting on Wednesday. via Desert Local News

“It's going to be one-of-a-kind in the country”

The first phase of construction of a veterans monument and ceremony area at the Coachella Valley Cemetery is near completion. via Desert Sun

COACHELLA -- The inaugural All-Star Poker Tournament is set for Saturday and Sunday at Spotlight 29 Casino. via Desert Sun