Riverside County

Southern California air regulators can proceed with new limits on gas-powered appliances, including water heaters, after a 2-1 ruling by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld restrictions in four Los Angeles-area counties. The decision impacts approximately 1.3 million water heaters and industrial boilers in L.A., Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, with the Sierra Club listed as a defendant.

A Riverside County man, Christopher James Ray Sr., is accused of sexually abusing multiple children, prompting authorities to seek additional victims. The investigation began in September 2025 after a report of abuse was filed.

Hazardous air pollution levels are expected in central and southern Los Angeles County, northern Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties due to July Fourth fireworks from 5 p.m. Saturday to 3 p.m. Sunday.

Hazardous air pollution levels are expected in central and southern Los Angeles County, northern Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties from 5 p.m. Saturday to 3 p.m. Sunday due to July Fourth fireworks.

Adolfo Lopez Jr., a fugitive from Riverside County, was arrested in Mexico for a shooting that resulted in one death and another person hospitalized. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office identified him as the suspect in an assault with a deadly weapon on June 28.

Southern California air quality officials warn of hazardous air during the July 4 weekend due to fireworks-related particle pollution. The advisory affects areas including downtown Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley, and northern Orange County, with health risks for people with respiratory conditions. The advisory lasts from 5 p.m. July 4 until 3 p.m. July 5.

16 children were rescued from a home in Ohio under severe neglect, with some unable to speak or write. Four family members were arrested, and the state faces foster care shortages, similar to past cases in Michigan and California.

A Riverside County martial arts instructor was arrested for the alleged sexual assault of a minor. Authorities identified the man as Dzung Mai, 62, of Temecula, following an investigation after a victim reported being assaulted during a martial arts lesson.

Over 261,000 Californians will have $550 million in medical debt erased by nonprofit Undue Medical Debt, funded by Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr. The relief targets individuals at or below 400% of the federal poverty level or with medical debt exceeding 5% of annual income, primarily in Southern California counties.

A new California law, SB 707, effective July 1, requires cities and counties in Southern California with specific population thresholds to allow remote public participation in meetings. The law mandates remote comment options, meeting pauses during technical issues, and translation of agendas into commonly spoken languages to enhance civic engagement.

Families of individuals who died in Riverside County jails are demanding systemic changes following a Grand Jury report that highlighted a high number of deaths. Over a dozen families have called for oversight after the report's findings.

California's Manufactured Housing Opportunity and Revitalization (MORE) program, reformed in 2023, funded the renovation of Shady Lane Estates mobile home park in Thermal, improving infrastructure, replacing homes, and addressing flooding and electrical issues. The $10.6 million project, part of 28 awarded under MORE, marked the first completed rehab under the program.

One person is dead following a shooting and a crash near the March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County. The incident occurred Tuesday morning.

A sheriff's deputy in Southern California was charged after a 100-mph crash in Riverside County that killed a groom-to-be and injured his fiancée. The incident occurred in September 2025 while the deputy was responding to a reported shooting with lights and sirens.

A sheriff's deputy from SoCal was charged after a 100-mph crash in Riverside County in September 2025, which killed a groom-to-be and injured his fiancée. Prosecutors allege the deputy was driving with lights and sirens while responding to a reported shooting.

A Riverside County woman was killed and four others hospitalized in a crash in Moreno Valley. The incident occurred at the intersection of Perris Boulevard and San Michele Road.

A California terror ring plotted against Freedom 250, with the 'mastermind' now identified. The duo is set for arraignment in Riverside County next month.

A wildfire in Riverside County, east of Los Angeles, has expanded to 3 square miles, prompting evacuation orders and the establishment of shelters for displaced residents. Over 250 personnel and 40 fire engines have been deployed to combat the blaze.

Wildfires in Riverside County, California, have burned over 2,000 acres and are raging near passing vehicles, according to authorities.

Evacuation orders have been issued for a 500-acre brush fire near Calimesa in Riverside County, according to authorities.

Two people were arrested for the murder of 47-year-old Carlos Villa in Riverside County. The suspects, Hector Saldaña and Rachel Arredondo, allegedly shot Villa to death on Grant Street in an unincorporated area of Corona.

A brush fire in Riverside County has burned 500 acres, leading authorities to issue an evacuation order. The fire's growth has prompted mandatory evacuations for affected areas.

A suspect was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after 21 dogs were found locked inside a U-Haul truck in Riverside County. The incident occurred in Murrieta when police responded to reports of an abandoned truck around 6:30 p.m. on May 1.

A 30-year-old man from Riverside County faces attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting at another vehicle near Grapefruit Boulevard and 4th Street in Mecca on Friday. The incident occurred around 6:12 p.m., according to witnesses who reported it to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

A video captured on a Southern California freeway shows an adult driver with a young child on their lap. The footage, shared by OC Hawk, depicts the incident on the 60 Freeway in Riverside County around 7 p.m. on June [date unspecified].

A father in Riverside County shot and killed an armed intruder who broke into his San Jacinto home, with the goal of ensuring his teenage daughter's safety. The incident occurred during a gun battle that left the suspect dead, according to neighbor Robert Dorame.

A suspect has been identified in a Riverside County homicide investigation where a homeowner shot and killed an intruder. Deputies responded to the 1300 block of Heron Way on June 5 following reports of an assault with a deadly weapon.

Two people, including a 10-year-old boy, were killed in a collision with a fire truck in Hemet, Riverside County. The victims were the driver of a Mini Cooper and the child passenger. The fire truck was en route to a blaze.

Two people, including a 10-year-old boy, died in Hemet, Riverside County, after a Mini Cooper collided with a speeding fire truck responding to a blaze. The driver of the Mini Cooper and the child passenger were killed.

Two 19-year-old suspects were arrested for a violent robbery at a Riverside County party. The suspects, identified as Rodney Tyler Miker of Thousand Palms and Saul Antonio Duran of Indio, were apprehended after deputies responded to the 31000 block of Robert Road in Thousand Palms on June 5.

A 10-year-old boy and a driver were killed when a vehicle and a fire engine collided in Riverside County. The crash occurred in Hemet around 12:35 p.m., involving a Mini Cooper with three occupants.

The City of Coachella imposed a 45-day temporary ban on data center developments and terminated its agreement with Stronghold Power after public backlash, reversing a previous unanimous approval. The move follows resident opposition to a massive data center project.

Southern California wildlife officials successfully rehabilitated and released an orphaned long-tailed weasel after over two months, marking a rare rescue. The weasel was found alone on a trail in Riverside County.

California’s gubernatorial primary concluded with over 60 candidates competing to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, focusing on issues like high cost of living, gas prices, and housing costs. Key Democratic contenders include Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer, while Republicans highlight Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco. The top two candidates will advance to the November general election under California’s single-primary-ballot system.

The I-15 Smart Freeway Pilot Project, a $33 million initiative to reduce traffic congestion, has launched on a heavily traveled northbound section of I-15 in Riverside County. The project targets the stretch from the San Diego–Riverside County line in Temecula to the 15/215 interchange.

SDG&E proposes the Golden Pacific Powerlink, a 144-mile extra high voltage transmission line project through Temecula, Anza Borrego State Park, and parts of Riverside and San Diego Counties. The project aims to strengthen California’s regional power network and address growing electricity demand, but residents and local businesses express concerns about visual impacts on the wine country’s tourism-driven landscape. The project seeks community input and is projected for completion by 2032 if approved.

Rebecca Haro pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment in connection with the death of her 7-month-old son, Emmanuel Haro. Her husband, Jake Mitchell Haro, was previously sentenced to life in prison for the child's murder. Both parents were involved in a case involving false police reports and failure to prevent abuse.

A skydiving accident in Perris, Riverside County, resulted in one death and one critical injury. Firefighters responded to traumatic injuries on East Ellis Avenue just before 2 p.m. on Thursday.

A Riverside County beekeeper lost 96 hives containing millions of bees in the Verona fire. The beekeeper is now concerned about the future after the fire's destruction.

A Riverside County beekeeper lost 96 hives containing millions of bees due to the Verona fire. The incident has caused significant concern for the beekeeper regarding future implications.