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Sheriff’s Countywide DUI Crackdown Starts Monday
Starting Monday, Riverside County sheriff’s deputies will be ramping up patrols to catch drunken and drug-impaired drivers as part of a Fourth of July week crackdown in multiple municipalities. “Choosing a sober driver is not just about following the law; it’s about saving lives,” sheriff’s Sgt. Andrew Sullivan said....
Report shows highest paid on Riverside County government payroll
The 10 highest-paid officials in Riverside County government last year were working in public safety and public health, according to a report released today by the California State Controller's Office. The agency published its 2023 "Government Compensation in California" analysis, showing how taxpayer funds were spent in the previous year, and who was receiving what The post Report shows highest paid on Riverside County government payroll appeared first on KESQ.
Riverside County Sheriff's Department Seeks Public's Help to Find Suspect in San Jacinto Hit-and-Run
Authorities are on the lookout for a driver involved in a hit-and-run accident in San Jacinto that left another motorist in critical condition this past weekend. The incident, which occurred late Saturday night near the intersection of Ramona Expressway and Old Mountain Avenue, involved a blue Kia and a silver Chevrolet. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department said that the Kia was speeding eastbound and using the westbound lanes to pass other cars when it collided with the Chevrolet, as per CBS News Los Angeles.
Three western RivCo residents arrested in theft at Palm Springs pool supply business
Three western Riverside County residents were arrested in connection with a theft at a pool supply business in Palm Springs. The incident started in the early hours of Sunday morning. According to PSPD, Palm Springs police officers on the graveyard shift responded to an alarm activation at a pool supply business in south Palm Springs. The post Three western RivCo residents arrested in theft at Palm Springs pool supply business appeared first on KESQ.
Brush Fire Burns Acres in Corona
CORONA, Calif., June 25 (KNN) — Riverside County firefighters were working to contain and extinguish a brush fire in Corona Monday afternoon. Riverside County Fire Department personnel were dispatched around 3 p.m. to the area of the 800 block of Mandevilla Way in regard to a brush fire with structures threatened.
Riverside, San Diego counties report new cases of Mpox, health officials encourage vaccinations
San Diego County health officials have confirmed a rise in local Mpox cases as Riverside County has announced two more cases in recent weeks. SD County has recorded seven cases total in May and June, running up against Los Angeles County with 10 new cases. On average, SD County has reported two cases per month The post Riverside, San Diego counties report new cases of Mpox, health officials encourage vaccinations appeared first on KESQ.
Man Charged with Causing Major Injury Collision in San Jacinto
A 40-year-old man accused of causing a major injury crash while speeding through San Jacinto and then fleeing the scene was charged Wednesday with hit-and-run resulting in great bodily injury. Charles Edgar Bidinger III of San Jacinto surrendered to Riverside County Sheriff’s Department investigators Sunday. Bidinger, who is being...
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. They arrived to find a man suffering from gunshot wounds and despite attempting life-saving measures he was pronounced dead at the scene, deputies said. A short time later, just before 1 a.m., deputies located the suspect's vehicle in Beaumont thanks to an aviation unit, the statement said. Both deputies and Beaumont Police Department officers attempted to stop the car, but the suspect fled and a pursuit began. They chased him into Hemet, where he finally came to a stop at the intersection of Florida Avenue and Acacia Avenue, according to the RSO statement. The suspect, identified as 46-year-old Moreno Valley man Ernesto Lopez Jr., was arrested and booked on suspicion of murder and felony evading. The victim has not yet been identified. Deputies say that there are no suspects outstanding in the matter.Anyone with further information is asked to contact investigators at (951) 210-1000.
One Fatality and One Stable After Major Traffic Collision in San Jacinto
A tragic incident unfolded in San Jacinto when a major injury traffic collision claimed the life of one individual and left another in stable condition. The crash occurred on Friday, June 21, at 10:11 PM, at the intersection of San Jacinto Avenue and Esplanade Avenue. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department reports that upon their deputies' arrival, they discovered two vehicles, one overturned, with both drivers trapped and severely injured.
Average Riverside County gas price rises
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Riverside County rose 1 cent today to $4.716, a day after it dropped two-tenths of a cent. The average price is four-tenths of a cent less than one week ago, 27.9 cents lower than one month ago and 6.5 cents below what it was The post Average Riverside County gas price rises appeared first on KESQ.
The Annual Graduate Recognition Scholarship Brunch
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Eta Nu Omega Chapter of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, hosted its Annual Graduate Recognition Scholarship Brunch at the Sierra Lakes Golf Course in Fontana, CA. One of our own, Daima Calhoun, Chief Deputy District Attorney of Riverside County, gave the keynote address titled “The Uphillers,” in which she inspired our graduates with three nuggets to carry with them on their educational journey. She stated, “Uphillers should Work hard, Dream big, and Don’t be afraid of failure.”
'Rancho Ordinance' gets tentative nod from Riverside County supervisors
The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday tentatively approved an ordinance to permit outdoor events at “ranchos” in the eastern half of Riverside County under conditions that recognize the “historical, cultural” aspects of Latin traditions in the Coachella Valley. “Ustedes, muchas gracias. Trabajamos juntos,” Supervisor Manuel Perez...
Man Charged with Killing Perris Resident in Shopping Center Parking Lot
A man accused of gunning down a Perris resident in a shopping center parking lot, then leading law enforcement officers on a chase through the San Jacinto Valley, was charged Wednesday with first-degree murder. Ernesto Lopez Jr. of Moreno Valley was arrested Sunday following a Riverside County Sheriff’s Department investigation...
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