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Fire in Homeland 75% contained after burning 100 acres
A 100-acre fire in Homeland was 75% contained on Saturday with extensive mop-up efforts underway to extinguish a hot spot, fire officials said. The fire was reported at 2:11 p.m. Friday near Juniper Flats Road and Mapes Road. According to the Riverside County Fire Department, an evacuation order was issued...
One Killed, Two Hospitalized Following Three-Car Collision in Temecula
A tragic incident on the eve of the 4th of July has left one person dead and two others injured in Temecula. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office reports that a head-on collision occurred near Rancho California Road and Interstate 15. The fatal event unfolded at about 5:19 p.m. on July 5, 2024, when, for reasons not yet clear, a Hyundai SUV strayed into oncoming traffic resulting in a violent three-car crash.
Restaurant inspections: 2 Coachella spots reopen after earlier failures
No Coachella Valley restaurants were given failing grades this week by Riverside County health inspectors, but two that were shut down last week received the green light to reopen. Eastern Buffet and the meat counter portion of Chihuahua Market in Coachella failed their most recent inspections and had to close due to a...
Arizona man accused of smuggling firearms in Riverside County faces 45 felony charges
An Arizona man received 45 felony charges today after his arrest on suspicion of illegally smuggling firearms and ammunition across a state border. Phoenix resident Alexis Ayala Molina, 22, pleaded not guilty to 29 counts of assault weapon possession, 15 counts of removing or altering firearm identification marks and an additional count of manufacturing or The post Arizona man accused of smuggling firearms in Riverside County faces 45 felony charges appeared first on KESQ.
Union Members Approve Contract with Planned Parenthood of Pacific Southwest
Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest employees have “overwhelmingly” voted to approve a three-year agreement to raise wages by 15% over three years, according to union representatives this week. On Wednesday, SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West announced the agreement that raises wages by 15% over a three-year period, increases...
Carjacking suspect is arrested after pursuit which ended in crash in Rancho Cucamonga
A carjacking suspect was arrested after a pursuit which ended with a traffic collision in Rancho Cucamonga, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. On July 4, deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department located a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Haven Avenue and Civic Center Drive. The vehicle was stolen minutes earlier in Ontario and was taken during a violent carjacking.
California Deputy Dies from Methamphetamine Effects While on Duty
Jonathan Stewart died from the effects of methamphetamine on April 27, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner. The report labeled his death an accident. The City of Rancho Cucamonga Traffic Division investigates traffic collisions, directs traffic when needed, and develops driver awareness of traffic laws and the causes of traffic collisions. However, the investigation into this tragic incident has raised many questions. A sheriff’s representative could not immediately be reached for comment Thursday about how Stewart died, whether the sheriff’s department had any concerns before he died that he may have been using drugs, or whether and how often the department tests its employees for drugs.
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.
Fontana P.D. employees honored for arresting hit-and-run suspect
Because of their quick work in identifying and arresting a suspect who allegedly was involved in a hit-and-run vehicle collision involving a juvenile, members of the Fontana Police Department were honored by the Fontana City Council. Motor Officer Adam Sein, Motor Officer Paul Contreras, Trainee Jacob Hernandez, and Community Service...
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...
4 injured in three-vehicle crash in Pomona
POMONA – A three-car crash in Pomona left four people injured and hospitalized, authorities said Saturday. The crash occurred around 9 p.m. Friday at the intersection of Garey and Orange Grove avenues, according to Pomona police. The four people were transported to a hospital with injuries ranging from minor...
Concerts are planned at Stage Red in Fontana
Several musical events are planned at Stage Red, the newly-renovated downtown theater in Fontana. The venue’s debut performance was a concert by rock star Sammy Hagar on June 15. The next show will be presented by Mirage — Visions of Fleetwood Mac on Friday, July 12. Next will...
California firefighters battle fire in Thousand Oaks
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (CBS, KYMA/KECY) - Crews in southern California worked to contain a fire on Friday, July 5, as multiple fires burned in the region amid sweltering temperatures. Footage posted by Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) shows crews work to contain the Rancho fire in Thousand Oaks on Friday.
This sizzling California city just recorded its all-time hottest temperature
When your city is known for its scorching heat, it’s hard to reach new heights — but that’s exactly what this California summer staple did on Friday. Palm Springs, the majestic tourist destination nestled in Southern California’s Sonoran Desert, reached 124 degrees on Friday, according to the National Weather Service. That mark is the highest […]
Does the Future of ADUs Involve Solar Power?
As the nation navigates the best way to deal with a housing crisis, multiple local governments have embraced an easy-to-implement measure: making it easier for homeowners to build more homes on their land. Cities and states across the nation have legalized the building of accessory dwelling units, or ADUs — a measure that allows for second homes to be built to house additional family members, renters and more.
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