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More heat on the weather docket, mountain and desert storms take temporary break
SOUTHLAND - (INT) - Mountain thunderstorm chances are temporarily backing down but the heat is only getting hotter. • A warming trend with increasing heat risk will continue through the weekend, and hot weather persists early next week. • Elevated surf and rip currents for the beaches continues through Friday.
Apple Valley Parents Arrested for Child Cruelty After Toddler Exposed to Fentanyl
In a woeful tale of neglect, two Apple Valley parents have been arrested following their toddler's exposure to fentanyl. On July 15, deputies responded to the couple's home on the 9600 block of Bowen Ranch Road after their 1-year-old child was taken to the hospital under grave conditions. According to...
County office buildings are being leveled
A pair of buildings in downtown San Bernardino owned and operated by San Bernardino County are being torn down. The Old Hall of Records at 172 W. 3rd St., and the Public Health building next door at 351 N. Mountain View Ave., were both damaged in a three-alarm fire two years ago, according to a statement on the county’s website.
Spotlight Home of the Week
Located in the secluded, gated North Shore Estates, just across the road from the lake, this lovely home offers the Lake Arrowhead lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Comfort, elegance, and easy living abound in this 2002-built, four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with peaceful decks and patios to view the lake and enjoy nature under the oak trees. The open living area and tiered flooring on the main level make daily living and dining a pleasure. The main level bedroom, with its own deck entry, can also serve as a perfect office, conveniently close to the main living space while providing privacy. The primary bedroom invites you to snuggle by the fire in front of the river rock fireplace with its gorgeous live edge mantel, enjoy reading in the dreamy bay window nook, or relax in the luxurious soaking tub. The remaining two bedrooms have fairy-tale charm, connected by a charming Jack and Jill bathroom. Throughout the house, you’ll find subtle, artistic touches in tile design, stained glass, and other delightful nuances. Abundant windows and glass doors fill the home with natural light, while the hillside setting and treed lot maintain a sense of privacy and peace that is so desirable in mountain living. The driveway curves gracefully up to a large turnaround area, leading to an oversized two-car garage with direct entry to the home. Covered RV parking is also available at the top of the driveway. Arrowhead Lake access marker #62 is just around the corner, providing an easy stroll to take in all the magic of Lake Arrowhead and plentiful wildlife. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to own a piece of paradise. Schedule your showing today and experience the charm and tranquility of this beautiful home for yourself. $1,199,000.
84-year-old Palm Desert man killed in head-on crash along Highway 247 near Lucerne Valley
An 84-year-old Palm Desert man died Monday when his car collided head-on with a heavy-duty pickup truck hauling propane on Highway 247 near Lucerne Valley, officials said. The crash took place about 2:25 p.m. on the highway just east of Rattlesnake Canyon Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. The elderly driver was headed...
Juvenile Injured in Monday Night Crash at Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street in Hesperia
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A juvenile and an adult female were transported to a local hospital following a t-bone traffic collision Monday night in the City of Hesperia. It happened at about 10:03 pm, on July 15, 2024, at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street between a white Toyota Scion and a gray Dodge Ram 1500.
Roadwork in Desert Hot Springs will cause closures. Here's what to know
Desert Hot Springs and Riverside County have started working on repairs to two roads in the northern part of the city, Mission Lakes Boulevard and Little Morongo Road. They will result in some road closures. On Tuesday, the city council unanimously authorized a construction agreement with Vance Corporation for a...
Soundwall Construction Will Continue to Impacts Traffic on Foothill Freeway Next Week
Drivers should expect traffic disruptions on Interstate 210 as Metro’s Soundwall Package 10 Project continues construction. The project, which aims to reduce noise pollution, will affect westbound I-210 between Marengo Avenue and Fair Oaks Avenue. Caltrans District 7 announced that intermittent lane reductions and off-ramp closures will occur Monday...
Colton’s 137th birthday celebration
The 137th Colton Birthday Celebration lit up the night on July 13, 2024, with a spectacular evening that brought the community together for a memorable event. Held at the Colton High School Stadium on Rancho Avenue, the free celebration ran from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., drawing families and friends from across the area.
11 Days a Week: July 18-28, 2024
Celebrate the birthdays of two desert rockers with a wild evening of entertainment. At 5 p.m., Saturday, July 20, check out the Not Dead Yet Birthday Extravaganza, celebrating the birthdays of restaurant/bar designer and entrepreneur Dion Antic (turning 60), and local eclectic musician Jesika Von Rabbit (age unknown). The event will take place at Snake Bite Roadhouse, 55405 Twentynine Palms Highway, in Yucca Valley, and will feature performances from the Smashing Muffins, Mat Devine of Kill Hannah, Frankie Jordan of Dear Amy Band, Mark Elvis, Jesika Von Rabbit, and Mini Kiss! An “adult water slide,” fire eaters, a mechanical bull and more will also be parts of the party. For more info, visit www.instagram.com/snakebite_roadhouse. —Matt King.
Traffic stop leads to drug bust in Yucca Valley
YUCCA VALLEY — A traffic stop at Mohawk Trail and Sunnyslope Drive about 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 11, led to the arrest of William Findsen, 61, of Yucca Valley. Findsen is jailed at the West Valley Detention Center on suspicion of drug possession for sale. He is also being held on five warrants from Riverside County for sale or transportation of methamphetamine, possession of drugs, possession of methamphetamine for sale and driving while his license was suspended for driving under the influence.
Wednesday Water Round-Up for 7/17: HDWD and JBWD
Directors at Yucca Valley’s Hi-Desert Water District meet in regular session at 4 o’clock today (July 17, 2024). Down the road in Joshua Tree, the Joshua Basin Water District board meets at 5:30 p.m. Among the many items on today’s agenda at the Hi-Desert Water District is a...
Division of Safety of Dams inspected ALA’s Lake Arrowhead Dam and Grass Valley Dam
The Department of Water Resources and the Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) conducted their annual inspection of the Arrowhead Lake Association’s (ALA) Grass Valley Dam (Dam No. 805-2) and Lake Arrowhead Dam (Dam No. 805) on May 9, 2024. The inspection was led by Bill Vogler from the...
Parents arrested after 1-year-old treated for fentanyl exposure in Apple Valley
A pair of Apple Valley parents were arrested this week after their 1-year-old child ended up at a hospital due to fentanyl exposure, authorities said. The couple was taken into custody shortly after noon Monday at their home in the 9600 block of Bowen Ranch Road, in an unincorporated county area just outside Apple Valley, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. ...
Police break up illegal gambling operation in backyard of San Bernardino home
Officers from the San Bernardino Police Department made an unexpected discovery when responding to a report of a fight at a residence. Officers were dispatched to a home within the city after receiving reports of a fight involving several people, some of whom were armed with knives. Video of the bust was posted on social […]
84-year-old from Palm Desert killed in crash involving propane truck in San Bernardino County
An 84-year-old man from Palm Desert was killed in a crash with a truck carrying propane tanks earlier this week in Johnson Valley. David Bell, 84, of Palm Desert was pronounced dead after a crash Monday afternoon on Highway 247 near Rattlesnake Canyon Road in Johnson Valley, authorities announced. Details on what led up to The post 84-year-old from Palm Desert killed in crash involving propane truck in San Bernardino County appeared first on KESQ.
Desert Hot Springs man found guilty of murdering Riverside motel guest
A convicted felon who gunned down a Riverside motel guest after the victim punched him was convicted today of first-degree murder. A Riverside jury deliberated less than a day before finding Robert Donald Intong, 48, of Desert Hot Springs guilty of the 2021 slaying of 31-year-old Cole William Birchard of Riverside. Along with the murder The post Desert Hot Springs man found guilty of murdering Riverside motel guest appeared first on KESQ.
Crippling Two-Vehicle Crash on Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street Injures 2 [Hesperia, CA]
2 People Hurt in Hesperia Auto Accident on Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street HESPERIA, CA (July 17, 2024) – Monday night, a crippling two-vehicle crash on Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street injured two people. The incident happened at around 10:03 p.m. at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Sycamore Street. According to sheriff’s spokeswoman Mara […]
One person dead, two others injured in Desert Hot Springs shooting
One person was killed and two others were injured after a shooting in Desert Hot Springs Wednesday afternoon. The violence was reported at 4:53 p.m. on Two Bunch Palms Trail in front of Desert Springs Middle School. Details were limited. DHSPD Chief Jim Henson confirmed at the scene that the two injured people were rushed The post One person dead, two others injured in Desert Hot Springs shooting appeared first on KESQ.
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