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Jerry Argovitz Takes Renewed Aim at NCAA

Jerry Argovitz was once the most hated sports agent in the country because he refused to go with the flow, and now spurred by his new book, he's set his sights on changing the NCAA.

By Jim Powers

Antiques Roadshow Host Chosen for 'Evening Under the Stars'

While Cyndi Lauper commands the stage, host Mark Walberg from 'Antiques Roadshow' will emcee the AIDS Assistance Program's special night in Palm Springs.

Garden Tour Proves Desert Doesn't Have to Be Drab

Desert landscape impressions could seem boring, uninviting, or even bone dry. However, the Desert Garden Tour of six Palm Springs homes shows desert gardens can be colorful all year and require less water.

By Michelle Roe

How the Alexanders Brought Design to Palm Springs Tract Housing

Tract housing took on a whole new look in Palm Springs thanks to the Alexander Construction Co., and architects Robert Alexander and William Krisel.

By Robert Imber

Io Echo Saving Something Special for Coachella

Where most bands falter under the watchful eye of trendsetters, hungry Hollywood types looking to make a love match, and fickle industry talking heads who love you today but not tomorrow, Io Echo has stood strong, slowly developing its sound.

By Ebony March

Documentary Film Fest Slates Final Screenings

The closing day of the American Documentary Film Festival in Palm Springs features a cross-section of foreign-based films.

“Best Chefs America” Awards Chef Johannes Bacher

Chef Johannes Bacher of Johannes restaurant in Palm Springs has been honored as one of the country’s top culinary talents in the inaugural edition of “Best Chefs America”.

Tame Impala Comes to Coachella on Fire

The Australian psych-rock band Tame Impala has become one of the most sought-after concert experiences in the U.S. since the release of its third, full-length effort Lonerism.

By Ebony March

Desert Scents, Critters and Beauty

This weekend's International Desert Flower, Fragrance and Garden Show showcases the beauty of the desert in the form of floral and desert plant arrangements, desert dwellers from The Living Desert all under one inflatable "Dome" at The Shops on El Paseo in Palm Desert.

By Jim Powers

Healing Power of Art

Stricken with polio as a child, Victory Grund knows full well the healing power of art, and opening Old Town Artisan Studio in La Quinta allowed her to let other children feel it as well.

By Michelle Roe