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California
In this sweltering desert where residents have limited access to parks, community advocates are calling for the Salton Sea to once more become a vibrant destination where families can gather in nature. But is it safe to recreate there?
Music
The pop superstar talks about her smash duet with Bruno Mars that’s nominated for two prizes at February’s Grammy Awards.
Letters to the Editor
A Palm Desert City Council member and a military veteran implore the Biden administration to designate the Chuckwalla National Monument.
Politics
Trump’s visit to the home state of his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, offers him a chance to bash the liberal policies of the Bay Area native.
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns to the Empire Polo Club in Indio April 11-13 and 18-20, 2025. Other notable artists include Missy Elliott and Charli XCX.
Post Malone unveils his 2025 tour plans, which will seemingly bring him back to Coachella. He kicks off the Big Ass Stadium Tour with two shows in Indio.
Lifestyle
In this week’s News Quiz, Trump picks a cabinet, Coachella picks its 2025 headliners, Netflix picks a winning bout of boxing and more.
‘If everything Mr. Miller has said is true, and I really hope it is, then he probably wasn’t there to hurt former President Trump,’ Sheriff Chad Bianco said.
L.A. Influential
Jay Marciano, the head of AEG Presents, and Paul Tollett, who runs Goldenvoice, make a powerhouse duo in the live music world.
Check out the best images from L.A. Times staff photographers on the ground at the first weekend of the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.