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Blaze in San Bernardino National Forest south of Banning burns 33 acres, now 95% contained
A brush fire along Highway 243 in the San Bernardino National Forest south of Banning was holding at 33 acres Friday, and was just about fully contained. The non-injury Edna Fire was reported at 3:40 p.m. Thursday in the area of Highway 243 and Mount Edna Road, according to the Riverside County Fire...
Riverside County issues more fireworks fines this year than in 2023
Riverside County’s continued efforts to curb illegal fireworks during the Fourth of July resulted in 278 citations issued in 2024 compared with 233 last year. The Code Enforcement Department issued 88 citations countywide. Sheriff’s deputies issued 190 citations. Last year Code Enforcement issued 46 citations, and the sheriff’s...
Meet the candidates vying for open seats on the Desert Healthcare District board Nov. 5
Four seats on the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board of Directors are up for grabs this November. Two incumbents are vying for reelection, while two current directors have chosen to step down, opening up their respective races to a new group of candidates. Zone 1 Director Les Zendle, who has served...
DA investigation says Palm Springs councilmember lives outside district, violating municipal code
The Riverside County District Attorney has sent a letter to the Palm Springs city attorney, saying Council member Holstege has been violating the city's municipal code, claiming she's lived outside the district she represents (4) for many years and that the city must fix it. Although the letter doesn't specifically state which home they've determined The post DA investigation says Palm Springs councilmember lives outside district, violating municipal code appeared first on KESQ.
JV Water Polo Game Results
Yesterday was the water polo team’s first game, which resulted in a devastating loss with a score of 3-13 against Temecula Valley. The opposing team gave JV a hard time during the match with their good defense so most of the players were unable to score. During the 3rd period of the game our players were starting to get tired and defense started to get worse. After the game I interviewed one of the players, Evan Carter, and here was his response to my question, “What do you think you could’ve done better during the game?” Evan: “I think I...
Summer Experience: Malia Devencenzi ’26L
Malia Devencenzi ’26L is a second-year law student at Washington and Lee and is originally from Temecula, CA. She is an active member of the W&L community, serving as the Alum Chair for SEIPLS (Sports, Entertainment, and Intellectual Property Law Society), the Law School Representative for the University Committee on Inclusive Campus Climate, and a Women in Law School Organization member and former Mentorship Chair. This past summer Malia interned with the Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation in Honolulu, Hawai’i. After law school, she plans on moving back west to begin her legal career closer to family and friends.
Carlsbad Police Crack Down on Outlets Retail Theft Ring, Lake Elsinore Man Charged
The Carlsbad Police Department recently cracked down on a series of organized retail thefts at Carlsbad Premium Outlets, culminating in the arrest of a 38-year-old suspect, Jose Miguel Gonzalez. The saga of thefts, which led to over $30,000 loss in stolen goods, drew to a close thanks to the dogged efforts of Officer Puliafico and the Crime Suppression Team. As reported by the Carlsbad Police Department, per the City of Carlsbad, their success was highly attributed to a blend of traditional sleuthing, collaboration among law enforcement agencies, and sharp use of technology.
Group of 4 boys, ages 12 and 14, arrested on suspicion of arson in Southern California
A group of three 12-year-olds and a 14-year-old are responsible for multiple arsons in Fillmore, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office says. Authorities said that the alleged arsons occurred at the Fillmore Historical Museum on Sunday. That day, the Fillmore Fire Department responded to the 300 block of Main Street on reports of two small fires, […]
California woman sends Apple AirTag to herself to catch package thief
A Southern California woman fed up with her packages getting stolen out of her post office box sent an Apple AirTag to the address and cleverly tracked down the suspected thief, police said.The woman had had several items stolen from her mailbox at the Los Alamos Post Office already when she thought of the idea, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday. Apple's $29 AirTags have become popular items since their 2021 release, helping users keep tabs on the location of anything from their lost keys to wallets and luggage.On Monday morning, sheriff's deputies were called to the post...
Police in SoCal ask for public's help identifying man who abandoned sick dog
UPLAND, Calif. - Police in one Southern California city are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who allegedly abandoned his sick dog. The Upland Police Department said that on Thursday, an unidentified man abandoned his female dog at the animal shelter without alerting anyone. "The sweet girl...
Fire hits historic Southern California baseball field seen in Hollywood movies
ONTARIO, Calif. (AP) — Fire has destroyed the wooden grandstands at a historic Southern California baseball field that appeared in “A League of Their Own” and other movies. Firefighters responded at 11:25 p.m. Thursday to a report of a fire at Jay Littleton Ball Park in the city of Ontario, about 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of Los Angeles. “By the time they got here, which was pretty quickly, the structure was already fully engulfed,” said Dan Bell, the city communications director. The cause of the fire was under investigation, he said. No injuries were reported.
The future of the annual Hispanic Chamber Commerce Statewide Convention.
Officials with the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce have already started conversations on what to expect for next years convention and are using examples from this year's convention to improve.
State scientists approved a historic contract. Will other state workers follow their lead?
After the state’s first public sector strike and affiliating with the UAW, scientists who work across the state approved a contract with several new provisions and raises for all members.
California looks to build more teacher housing to boost recruitment, retention
Efforts to build affordable housing for teachers in California are gaining steam as the state’s cost of living rises and schools look for ways to recruit and retain staff within their communities. Earlier this month, for instance, Jefferson Elementary School District, a K-8 district in San Mateo County, announced...
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