Temecula mayor resigns over email about police killings
The mayor of Temecula resigned following an email in which he stated he didn’t “believe there’s ever been a good person of color killed by a police officer” locally.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and his deputies take a knee in support of protesters
A group of roughly 5,000 demonstrators marching through downtown Riverside Monday afternoon have come face-to-face with about 130 law enforcement officers, including Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco himself, at the intersection of Orange and 10th streets.
Countywide curfew issued for Riverside County beginning at 6 p.m. Monday
Based on mounting concerns that protests and violence in neighboring jurisdictions might spill over into Riverside County, the county's chief executive officer Monday signed an emergency order declaring that a 12-hour curfew will be in effect countywide, beginning at 6 p.m.
Riverside issues citywide curfew beginning at 7 p.m. Monday through 6 a.m. Tuesday
The city of Riverside issued a citywide curfew Monday that will take effect at 7 p.m. and continue until 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Viral disease confirmed in La Quinta mosquitoes
The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District on Friday announced mosquitoes in La Quinta had tested positive for a viral disease that can be transmitted to humans and initially cause flu-like symptoms, and in rare cases, death.
Report: Coachella organizers consider postponing festival again
Organizers of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival are asking artists scheduled to play the festival in October to instead play in 2021, signaling the popular two-weekend music festival may again be postponed, according to a report published Wednesday.
Major formation of historic planes to fly over SoCal on Memorial Day
An 18-plane formation of historic warbirds will fly the skies above the Inland Empire, Orange and Los Angeles counties Monday in recognition of Memorial Day, saluting "veterans who gave so much,'' as well as health care workers taking risks daily amid the coronavirus emergency.
Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf arrested for alleged domestic battery
Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf was arrested Friday afternoon in Palm Desert for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery, the latest in a series of legal troubles dating back to 2009.
Morongo Casino reopening Friday with limited capacity, safety precautions amid COVID-19 crisis
The Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and Casino Morongo in Riverside County announced on Tuesday they will be reopening its doors at 2 p.m on Friday since their closure in mid-March due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Riverside County sets $150M for coronavirus relief via CARES Act
Riverside County supervisors on Tuesday established a $150 million coronavirus relief account in the current fiscal year using federal grant funds intended to assist health care facilities, businesses, and county agencies impacted by the coronavirus emergency.
Soboba Casino scheduled to reopen May 27
The Soboba Band of Louise Indians announced plans to reopen their Soboba Casino near San Jacinto at noon on May 27 with new measures in place designed to guard against COVID-19.
Two restaurants in the Inland Empire reopen, defying governor's order
Two restaurants in the Inland Empire defied Governor Newsom’s order and reopened for dine-in service.
Highly contagious hemorrhagic rabbit disease found in California for 1st time
For the first time a highly contagious and deadly rabbit has been found in California, according to the Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW).
Restaurant in Norco reopens for dine-in service, defying state order
The Original Pancake House in Norco began allowing in-restaurant dining on Thursday, defying Governor Gavin Newsom’s five-phase reopening plan for the state.
Flyovers to thank front-line workers in 'America Strong' mission
Military aircraft gave healthcare and essential workers a big “thank you” Thursday, for risking their own lives to save those suffering from COVID-19.
Magnitude 4.5 earthquake felt in Riverside County
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck an area near the Salton Sea on Sunday and was felt across Riverside County.
Some health restrictions put in place during pandemic have been lifted in Riverside County
A little bit of social freedom for Riverside County residents on Saturday. Some of the restrictions put in place during the pandemic have been lifted.
Riverside County reports 175 new coronavirus cases, no additional deaths
Riverside County health officials reported Saturday no new coronavirus-related deaths but confirmed 175 new infections.
Pechanga casino announces plan to reopen by June with new rules
Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula announced plans to reopen in the coming weeks.
Supervisors rescind slate of public health directives after long hearings
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Friday to rescind all but one component of a series of restrictions imposed by the Riverside County public health officer stemming from the coronavirus emergency, removing potential penalties that residents would have otherwise faced forviolations.