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82 years later, body of WWII private returned to Riverside with a hero's procession
It was a solemn homecoming 82 years in the making as an American Airlines plane touched down at the Ontario International Airport Tuesday afternoon.On board was a flag-draped coffin containing the remains of U.S. Army Air Force Private 1st Class Charles Powers of Riverside. His nephew and namesake stood on the tarmac with his family waiting to receive the uncle he never knew, but whose DNA connects them."Last May, they called us and said that yeah we think that we have a hit on him. So they did all the forensics.... it ends up they really only found three bones,"...
Brush fire prompts evacuation warning in Riverside County
A fast-moving brush fire prompted an evacuation warning for residents on the north side of Banning in Riverside County on Friday. The Bluff Fire was first reported around noon and, as of 2:30 p.m., had charred an estimated 40 acres of “light, flashy fuels,” according to CAL FIRE.
Krikorian takes legal action to stop demolition order
City officials have declared the theater project a public nuisance and have issued a demolition order. (File photo) Theater owner George Krikorian continues to fight efforts to force demolition of his partially constructed buildings in Menifee Town Center. On June 5, the Menifee City Council approved an order for demolition...
Health officials warn against complacency as COVID cases surging again in L.A.
A summer surge of COVID-19 cases in Southern California comes as many residents become complacent about safe behaviors.Could this be adding to the spike in infections?As a caregiver, Tracey Benson of Inglewood is very protective about her mom's health. All this time she has been able to keep her from getting a COVID infection, but it's getting harder and harder."We are staying on top of it, but I think others should join and do the same and not be so relaxed," Benson said.Doctors say this relaxed attitude toward COVID may be fueling the spread of the latest variant called FLiRT."It...
2 Southern California cities among top 5 for dogs in America
Dogs are the most popular pet in the United States by far and that popularity can especially be seen in Southern California. According to 2023 statistics from PetMD, 65.1 million U.S. households have a dog, and a report by U.S. News shows that pet ownership – and pet insurance signups – have increased significantly since […]
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity building ADUs in 10-day blitz
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity (SGV Habitat) last week announced its new program to help low-income homeowners add an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to their property to provide an affordable rental for a low-income household. Their program offers a zero-interest construction loan with SGV Habitat serving as the contractor for the project.
The 4th in MoVal Was a Blast!
On Thursday, July 4th, the City of Moreno Valley hosted our popular 4th of July Parade and Funfest event. The parade was attended by countless residents, and members of the City Council joined dozens of local businesses, performers, and organizations as they made their way down Frederick Street, waving to the bystanders dressed in red, white, and blue, and proudly waving American flags.
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