Official: Some Riverside County hospitals are in 'surge' mode but not 'overwhelmed'
A Riverside County emergency services official told the Board of Supervisors Tuesday that the recent jump in coronavirus patient case loads prompted a half dozen hospitals countywide to switch to "surge plans" to accommodate the infirm, but the facilities are not operating beyond their limits.
Riverside County man dies one day after posting about contracting virus at party
“Don’t be a (bleeping) idiot like me,” wrote Thomas Macias on his Facebook page. It was a message full of regret. He was warning people about going to parties without wearing a mask.
Riverside County residents urged to avoid gatherings July 4th weekend
Bad enough there’s no fireworks on July 4th, but could there be COVID barbecue restrictions?
All bars ordered to close in Riverside County as COVID-19 cases mount
Bars throughout Riverside County have been ordered closed by the county's public health officer, dovetailing with an action taken by the governor over the weekend, as the number of known active coronavirus cases countywide increased by 705, and the number of deaths tied to the virus edged up by two.
Three men arrested in connection with missing Coachella Valley couple
Three men were arrested in connection with the disappearance of a couple who went missing in the Coachella Valley more than three years ago.
Giant cross named after Junipero Serra vandalized in Riverside
A giant cross atop Mount Rubidoux in Riverside was vandalized overnight, the latest monument dedicated to Junipero Serra to be targeted by activists across the state amid debate over the missionary's legacy, police said.
Riverside County only metro area in SoCal on White House Coronavirus Task Force's watch list
Riverside is the only metro area in Southern California that is now on White House Coronavirus Task Force’s watch list.
Suspect seen on video igniting fireworks in crowd of protesters arrested
The driver of a vehicle got out of his car to light fireworks in a crowd of protesters, but someone quickly grabbed the firework from the ground and threw it back in the driver's car. This happened during a June 1 protest in Riverside.
Nurses strike in Riverside
A group of nurses were striking in Riverside Friday in hopes to get more staffing and PPE during the coronavirus crisis.
All concerts canceled at Pechanga Casino for rest of 2020
Concerts scheduled for the second half of 2020 at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula will not be held, but instead will be postponed to unconfirmed dates in 2021 as a public health precaution stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, officials announced.
Wounded security guard fatally shoots man and woman outside Riverside nightclub
A man and a woman were killed early Monday morning in a shootout with a security guard outside a Riverside nightclub, leaving the guard wounded, police said.
Sparks fly as minivan drags motorcycle along 91 Freeway in Corona
A minivan driver is facing hit-and-run charges after he hit a motorcyclist on the 91 Freeway Friday evening then dragged the rider-less bike down the freeway in Corona.
Suspected cold case serial rapist and sex offender arrested for crimes dating back 25 years
A suspected cold case serial rapist and sex offender was arrested and charged with crimes in Corona and Riverside dating back almost 25 years, authorities announced Wednesday.
60 Freeway near Chino to shut down in both directions for 4 nights during repairs
A major Los Angeles-area freeway will be completely closed for four nights this week as crews replace three bridges.
Application window open for Riverside County residents requiring assistance with rent
The application window for Riverside County residents seeking assistance paying their rent opened on Monday and nonprofits selected by the Board of Supervisors are prepared to provide funds for up to10,000 families impacted by the coronavirus public health shutdowns.
Riverside County Sheriff Bianco suspends choke hold option for training and field operations
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco on Wednesday ordered all deputies to cease using an established neck-holding technique to restrain suspects, in the face of pending changes to California's Peace Officer Standards and Training protocols.
More businesses set to reopen this week in Riverside County including bars, gyms, movie theaters
Several businesses got the green-light to reopen as Riverside County moves into another phase of reopening the economy. County official have announced the types of businesses that may reopen Friday, June 12.
Coachella, Stagecoach festivals canceled for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
Police Commission: LAPD officer acted out of policy in fatal Costco shooting
The Los Angeles Police Commission Wednesday found that an off-duty police officer acted outside of department policy when he shot a 32-year-old man to death and injured his parents at a Costco in Corona last year.
Winery fire near Temecula causes $5 million in damages
Fire investigators are looking into what caused a blaze that broke out at a winery overnight in an unincorporated area east of Temecula, causing about $5 million in damages.