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Family fights child molester’s possible release in Southern California
A family is fighting to stop the possible release of a Riverside man who was sentenced to prison for molesting and kidnapping a 5-year-old girl. Charles William Mix, 69, was sentenced to 350 years in prison for the 2003 kidnapping. The victim, who is now 27 years old, still isn’t ready to speak on the […]
Blurring homes on Google Maps? Thieves also search websites like Zillow and Redfin, police say
Homeowners are increasingly going online in an effort to deter potential burglars and blurring the images of their homes as they appear on Google Street View.But Riverside police say there are additional online tools homeowners can employ to protect their property and stay one step ahead of thieves that are using technology to case potential targets."The problem is the internet makes everything super easy these days," said Det. Jarid Zuetel with the Riverside Police Department. "They're able to use Redfin, Zillow, and then just simple image searches."Some residents are now "blurring" out their homes in the street-view function on Google...
Sea lions continue to wash ashore on California coast amid toxic algae bloom
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change. Stress has always been part of the job for Dr. Cara Field. But lately, it's been bordering on frantic. "I'm going to start look at some of our patients and assess their neurologic responses," she said. For the last three weeks, Field, the Director of Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, has been in a race against the clock treating dozens of sea lions that have...
Cross Country Teams Announce 2024 Schedule
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The UC Santa Barbara Cross Country teams are ready for another season. This will be the first season for the Gauchos under Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Vijay Saxena and Associate Head Coach PattiSue Plumer . They added some tough meets to the schedule this season in hopes of preparing the Gauchos for postseason opportunities. The Blue and Gold will kick off the season next Friday, Aug. 30 in Big Bear as they take on UC Riverside and UCLA in a tri-meet. A few weeks later, the Gauchos will face the Highlanders again at the...
California Mega Millions jackpot rolls to $575 million
(KRON) — California Lottery players are gearing up for another shot at a massive prize, as the Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $575 million. The increase comes after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s draw, confirmed CA Lottery. With the next chance to win set for Tuesday, hopeful players have […]
Dog, backpack found after owner disappears into California wilderness
SONORA, Calif. - One week ago, Michael Moore obtained a wilderness permit intending to head towards Powell Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness. The following day, his dog was found unattended, and two days later, his backpack was found; but he remains unseen. Authorities are searching for the 71-year-old after trekking...
Newsom trolls Trump on San Francisco praise
Former President Donald Trump unwittingly gave Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) some fodder for fire as he slammed Vice President Kamala Harris at the southern border. On Thursday, Trump stood in front of unused border wall material stacked near the U.S.-Mexico border as he attacked Harris for her stance on illegal immigration. Conducting some counterprogramming ahead […]
How College of the Desert students can get 'instantly admitted' to CSUSB in the spring
It’s official: All three public K-12 school districts in the Coachella Valley have resumed classes for the 2024-25 school year. College of the Desert and California State University, San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus will start its academic terms on Monday, Aug. 26. Students at COD planning to transfer to CSUSB for the spring...
California lawmakers, victim advocates gather at Capitol to condemn controversial SB 94
Several lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and victim advocates gathered at the state Capitol in Sacramento Thursday to condemn the controversial Senate Bill 94.The bill would open the possibility of judicial review to reduce sentences for some felons of serious crimes, including murder, if they have been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joined lawmakers to stop SB 94 from moving forward."We are here to address nothing short of lunacy," he said. "SB 94 is a perfect example of a misguided agenda that disregards victims and law abiding Californians in favor of criminals...
Senior-citizen members of aquatic program at YMCA in Newport Beach build community ties beyond pool
We plan for our golden years, but far too often our senior population can feel alone as friends or loved ones move away or move on. But one grass roots community in Orange County works out to build community, while building muscles.Aqua aerobics, deep water workouts or aqua fit can all be found at a community pool, but at the Newport-Mesa Family YMCA, the community is in the pool and they call themselves "The Mermaids.""If you would like to be a mermaid, you're welcome," said Mermaid Marianne Krasinski.The Mermaids began many years ago as a group of people who simply...
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