Weekly Briefing

Each week we round up our original reporting, some under-the-radar events, and more and send out an email to our subscribers. Want to look back at previous emails? The web versions of those emails live here.

Oct. 16 Weekly Briefing: Library opens, new chamber initiative, ‘Shadowalk’ addressed, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on the opening of the city's new library, why our hospital could be feeling additional pressure, and explain why an art project is drawing criticism.

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Oct. 9 Weekly Briefing: Spooky music, housing report, police host night out, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on the debut of a Halloween-themed album featuring local bands, what the latest housing report says, and why hundreds gathered for a night out earlier this week.

Oct. 2 Weekly Briefing: Clubhouse delay, housing approved, East Valley Pride, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on a how delayed electrical work will impact some local projects, when the annual Pride celebration will take place, and what's next for a 34-home development.

Sept. 25 Weekly Briefing: Industrial project approved, ‘Indio Lindo’ moves forward, dog park news, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on upcoming dog park closures, a city beautification plan, and how Indio leaders hope an industrial complex can help small businesses.

Sept. 18 Weekly Briefing: No smoking rules move forward, new music venue planned, ‘Ghostbusters’ at work in city, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on what might replace Little Street Music Hall, where smoking is being banned, and the city crew that keeps graffiti in check.

Sept. 11 Weekly Briefing: New single-family development planned, home prices stagnate, museum reopening, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on the latest real estate sales report for the city, the fate of a new single-family development, and what to expect when the Coachella Valley History Museum reopens for the season.

Sept. 4 Weekly Briefing: Housing award, water report, livable city designation, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on special recognition for Indio's efforts on housing and livability, an upcoming day of wellness, and how our water is measuring up.

Aug. 28 Weekly Briefing: Gas station debate, urgent call for food, DEZRT CON returns, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on the next steps for another gas station in the city, what the rescue mission needs right now, and the return of an event that connects creative types.

Aug. 21 Weekly Briefing: Major housing project moves forward, Burger Box reopens, and more

In this week's briefing, we report on last night's Indio City Council meeting, the recent return of a popular eatery, and run down some things to do this weekend.

Aug. 7 Weekly Briefing: Sanitary district’s big plans, library on the move again, map confusion, and more

In this week's briefing, we explain what the truth is behind a map making the rounds, tell you how a key utility operation is celebrating 100 years, and report on what's next as the library plans its big move.