The first-ever XOXO Palm Springs festival begins Thursday, bringing nearly two weeks of arts, entertainment and culinary experiences to venues across the city. Organizers say the event will showcase live music, film screenings and cultural programming through June 22.

The annual Healthy Over Hungry Cereal Drive is underway across the Coachella Valley, collecting donations to help children and families facing food insecurity during the summer months. The campaign runs through June 18 and benefits FIND Food Bank and The Way Station in Joshua Tree.

Drivers should prepare for delays Wednesday morning as crews repair traffic signal equipment damaged in a recent crash. The intersection of Highway 111 and Indian Trail will temporarily operate as a four-way stop during the work.