Palm Desert public safety roundup for April 9 through 15
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department's weekly report for April 9 through 15. Reports are typically released on Thursdays.
Palm Desert continues to lead Coachella Valley in home sales volume
While local home prices saw a modest dip this March, Palm Desert remains the valley's busiest hub, claiming the highest sales and largest inventory in the region.
Council backs stricter homelessness enforcement, dissolves task force
Community advisory boards on homelessness and environmental resources expected to shutter and 185-home Portola Springs housing project appeal postponed during regular meeting.
Cultural Arts Committee approves phased public art plan for fire stations, library, parks
Phase 1 will see the city seek proposals for art at Fire Station 102 and the new library. The multi-year effort will include community engagement at each project site.
Palm Desert public safety roundup: March 26 through April 1
The following incidents are based on the Riverside County Sheriff's weekly report for March 26 – April 1, 2026, which was released on a later Thursday.
Palm Desert leads valley in home sales and inventory as prices dip slightly
Palm Desert remains the Coachella Valley’s busiest real estate hub. It’s the city with the top total sales and available inventory according to the latest Desert Housing Report.
Updated rules related to hillside homes had to return to the commission for approval, and the commission okayed a live/work project right off Highway 111.
