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Hemet man who admitted selling fentanyl through the mail is sentenced to 19 years
A 38-year-old Riverside County man who distributed fentanyl out of his apartment, sending packets of the powerful synthetic opiate through the US mail, was sentenced Friday to 19 years in federal prison. Ignacio Alcala pleaded guilty in November in downtown Los Angeles to four federal charges: two counts of distribution...
Inland assemblymember restrained from confronting rival in debate about transgender children
Tensions between two state lawmakers representing Riverside County boiled over in Sacramento on Thursday morning, June 27, when one had to be restrained from confronting the other during an emotional discussion of a bill concerning transgender children. Video posted on X, also known as Twitter, showed Assemblymember Corey Jackson, D-Perris,...
Temecula man reported missing in desert found deceased
The Riverside County coroner’s office confirmed Thursday that a 25-year-old man from Temecula, last seen on June 18 at a Starbucks in Blythe, has been found deceased. The body of Dillan Keith Howard was discovered Tuesday in the open desert area of Blythe. Details regarding the discovery have not...
Sheriff’s search for tractor stolen from Olivet University
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department Rural Crime Team is seeking information regarding a tractor stolen from the Olivet University campus in Anza.In a special bulletin released Tuesday, June 4 the Team stated that they are actively asking the public's assistance in locating a stolen 2023 New Holland tractor, model T-1510.According to the bulletin, the bright blue tractor was reported to have been missing sometime in March from Olivet University, located at 34601 Tripp Flats Rd. in Anza."If you have any information to the whereabouts of the tractor, please contact.
Highway Update: RCTC continues working on the Metrolink system to help relieve traffic congestion
Southwest Riverside County’s Metrolink service continues to improve with Riverside County Transportation Commission crews beginning new construction on the Moreno Valley/March Field Station.The RCTC crews began adding a second passenger train platform, extending the existing platform and upgrading about 2 1/2 miles of track for a future nine-mile double track corridor south of the station. The improvement project at the station began in October of last year. Construction began on the Moreno Valley/March Field Station Improvements Project in October 2022. The station was closed down last weekend for work.Why the improvements? RCTC reported it is part of its goal of increasing commuter rail service to relieve traffic congestion in the Valley area and improve the air quality as well.
Acuña Refuses to Answer Gay Marriage Question
Acuña Refused to Respond to Questions Regarding Gay Marriage, More. Democrat Jose “Joey” Acuña Jr. remained mum on questions regarding gay marriage and more in a recent series of questions Uken Report sent to both him and Republican Jeff Gonzalez. Each is vying for the seat currently held by Democrat Eduardo Garcia who chose not to seek re-election.
Train theft in Coachella, two suspects detained
At 7:25 P.M. on June 25, deputies were dispatched to the area of Grapefruit Boulevard and Tyler Street in Coachella regarding a train with an open cargo container. According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, deputies determined that a theft had occurred when they arrived to the location. Two suspects were located and taken into The post Train theft in Coachella, two suspects detained appeared first on KESQ.
Homicide suspect arrested after pursuit in Inland Empire
Deputies arrested a homicide suspect early Sunday morning after a pursuit through Riverside County. They were first called to the 1600 block of Perris Boulevard at around 12:15 a.m. after learning of an assault with a deadly weapon in the area, according to a statement form the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office.
Fatal Shooting At Planet Fitness
LOCATION: 1600 block of N. Perris Blvd. A Moreno Valley man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of killing a man in Perris and leading deputies on a pursuit. Deputies responded to the 1600 block of north Perris Boulevard after a report of an assault with a deadly weapon at around 12:15 a.m. Sunday, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.
Riverside County Suspect Charged in Fatal Road Rage Incident of Fontana Man in San Bernardino County
Homicide Detectives Investigating Road Rage Incident that Left a Fontana Man Deceased. June 29, 2024 – San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officials report that on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at about 4:30 p.m.,. deputies from the Fontana Sheriff’s Station responded to the 14100 block of Arrow Route for...
Man Dies After Forcible Arrest at MoVal Home
A 46-year-old Moreno Valley man allegedly under the influence of methamphetamine and threatening family members died after sheriff’s deputies forcibly took him into custody, authorities said Thursday. Joseph Gloria suffered apparent heart failure within moments of being arrested in the predawn hours Wednesday at his mother’s property in the...
Riverside County Reports New Cases of Mpox, local health officials encourage vaccinations
Two more cases of Mpox have been reported in Riverside County today, prompting a warning from health officials following a rise in cases across the country. Those two new cases bring the county total to 14 this year, well over the 5 reported last year. County health officials want to remind you the best way The post Riverside County Reports New Cases of Mpox, local health officials encourage vaccinations appeared first on KESQ.
College of the Desert Trustee Rubén Pérez pleads guilty to DUI, gets work release
Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated what prosecutors objected to. College of the Desert Board Trustee Rubén Pérez has pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol early last year. Judge Michael M. Dest sentenced him to four days in custody, but gave him credit for two days...
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