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ON THIS DAY: Southern Nevada feels powerful earthquake that hit California in 2019
Las Vegas (KSNV) — It's been five years since a powerful 6.4 earthquake hit Southern California and was also felt throughout the valley. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake was reported near Searles Valley in San Bernardino County, about 120 miles west of Las Vegas, at 10:33 a.m. on July 4, 2019.
Wildfire prompts evacuations in Riverside County
A wildfire burning in Riverside County has prompted evacuations as fire crews battle the blaze Friday night. The “Hills Fire” was first reported at around 2:15 p.m. near Juniper Flats Road and Mapes Road in Homeland. By 3:30 p.m., the fire had burned around 100 acres, according to CAL FIRE and the Riverside County Fire […]
Legal and illegal fireworks light up the skies over Southern California
Watch fireworks light up the Southern California skyline as revelers celebrate the Fourth of July. KTLA’s Gil Leyvas cruised the skies in Sky5, catching a fireworks show at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena after a game between L.A. Galaxy and LAFC and later soaring across cities as they launched their local fireworks shows. Sky5 also […]
San Bernardino shelter now accepts stray animals from Fontana
The City of San Bernardino Department of Animal Services is now accepting stray animals from Fontana, Colton, and Rialto, in addition to San Bernardino, Loma Linda, and Grand Terrace. The Department of Animal Services has expanded its kennels and has added more staff to care for the pets at the...
‘World's largest rubber duck' lands in Lake Elsinore for Fourth of July
If you like big ducks, this should fit the bill. The "world's largest rubber duck" is part of Fourth of July celebrations starting Thursday and continuing into the weekend in the Riverside County community of Lake Elsinore. Fourth of July 11 hours ago. Holidays Jul 2. "This event is not...
State-of-the art Fire Station 81 opens to serve Fontana
The San Bernardino County Fire Department and the city of Fontana recently held a grand opening of Fire Station 81. The $8.2 million state-of-the-art facility is strategically located in the north end of the city and is designed to keep pace with providing emergency response services for the city’s increasing population and development needs, according to a San Bernardino County statement. Fire Station 81, which ceremoniously opened on June 18, is 13,247 square feet and has three engine bays, one battalion chief’s bay, six crew dormitories, two captain’s dorms and a dorm for the battalion chief.
Southern California teens to compete in solar-powered car race in Texas
Three teams of high school students from Southern California prepared Friday to head to Texas to compete in an annual solar-powered car race with cars they designed and built. For the Solar Car Challenge, a 4-days race taking place at Texas Motor Speedway, students at Temple City High School were testing their solar-powered vehicles that they built from scratch.
Record Temperature Broken in Palm Springs, Two Other Riverside County Cities
Palm Springs broke a record high temperature Friday as a historically extreme heat wave continues to build across Riverside County. The city recorded a high temperature of 124 degrees Friday afternoon, breaking the city’s record from June 2021. As usual, the Coachella Valley continues to be particularly sizzling, with...
Heat-related illnesses spike in Riverside County amid heatwave, vulnerable populations at-risk
With an extreme heat warning in place for the next week throughout the Coachella Valley, heat-related illnesses should be on everyone's mind. Temperatures are expected to surpass 115 degrees all week, according to our First Alert Weather team. According to the county's health department, there have been 237 heat-related emergency department visits so far this The post Heat-related illnesses spike in Riverside County amid heatwave, vulnerable populations at-risk appeared first on KESQ.
Photo Feature: Independence Day parades display national pride in Northern and Southern California
LOS ANGELES and DANVILLE, CALIF. — California streets buzzed with vibrant displays of patriotism as neighbors gathered for the 35th annual Westchester Fourth of July Parade and Kiwanis-Danville Fourth of July Parade. Floats with unique themes from local organizations, student groups, political leaders and law enforcement took center stage; greeting the community with big smiles and waves. E2024 reporters visited both celebrations to learn more about each community's sense of patriotism during a joyful holiday amidst a controversial election season.
Oak Glen Citizen of the Year is Mike McFarland
On Saturday, June 22, the Oak Glen Apple Grower and Tourism Association, along with the Oak Glen School House Museum Association, hosted a community potluck where they honored the 2024 Oak Glen Citizen of the Year Mike McFarland. The Citizen of the Year is a time-honored tradition in Oak Glen.
Fontana City Council will decide whether to place 1 percent sales tax increase on November ballot
The Fontana City Council will soon decide whether to place a 1 percent sales tax increase on the Nov. 5 ballot. The five-member City Council will discuss the proposed resolution, which could raise about $46 million annually, during the July 9 meeting. The proposal for a “transactions and use tax...
Fireworks are Illegal in Moreno Valley
In just two days, we will celebrate Independence Day with our families, friends, pets, and the rest of our nation. Like all of you, I look forward to spending this time with my family and the rest of the MoVal community!. Whether you are at home or ‘out and about’...
Retired Payroll Coordinator Rita Coventry is honored by Fontana City Council
Wearing a sash that said “I’m retired,” Fontana Payroll Coordinator Rita Coventry was honored by the Fontana City Council during the June 26 meeting. During a special presentation, Coventry was named the Finance Department Employee of the Year in addition to being recognized because of her retirement after 20 years of working with the city.
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