Low prices boost valley home sales

Coachella Valley home sales during the third quarter of 2008 jumped 51.5 percent compared to 2007, driven predominately by buyers nabbing foreclosures and other distressed properties that have been sharply discounted. More

California Supreme Court to hear lawsuits

The California Supreme Court will hear three cases challenging the validity of a recently approved same-sex marriage ban, but refused on Wednesday to allow gay couples to resume marrying in the meantime. More

Project wants to hear people's stories

The idea is a simple one — take the time to have a face-to-face, personal conversation with someone you care about, free from the noise and distraction of daily life. More

Indio Water Authority rebate program offers cash to ditch grass

Indio Water Authority is enticing people with money to change out their lawn for more water-efficient landscaping. More

Community's big givers given awards luncheon in Rancho Mirage

Local philanthropists and volunteers were honored Wednesday at an awards luncheon for National Philanthropy Day. More