Following the nationwide celebration of National Donut Day yesterday on Friday, June 5, 2026, NBC Palm Springs reporter Kai Beach caught up with local regulars at Swiss Donuts to see how a shared love of the sugary treats fosters deep community ties.

The Harold Matzner Trust has sold the iconic Spencers Restaurant to local business mogul Nachhattar Singh Chandi, sparking vibrant online debate among residents regarding the new owner's political leanings.

The TODEC Legal Center organized a community donation drive in Coachella to provide food, hygiene products, and basic essentials to immigrant families facing severe economic hardships and heightened distress due to shifting federal immigration policies.