San Bernardino County
Coverage of San Bernardino County in the Nexus archive.
- 7-year-old boy critically injured after being struck by driver in San Bernardino County
A 7-year-old boy was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in San Bernardino County. Authorities stated that his father, who was supervising him, was allegedly under the influence of drugs at the time of the crash. Deputies were called to the incident on Aug. 6 on the 21000 block of Outer Highway.
- 23-year-old man found shot to death near railroad tracks in San Bernardino County
A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found shot to death near railroad tracks in San Bernardino County. Deputies from the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station responded to reports of the body, which was located in Hesperia at Mile Marker 58.2 in the Cajon Pass.
- Southern California man mourns wife, 2 children killed in crash
A man named Felix Valenzuela was driving his wife Theodora Wilson and their three children in a Volkswagen SUV on July 29. They were involved in a crash by a speeding driver while near the intersection of Yucca Loma and Apple Valley in San Bernardino County.
- Mother, 2 children killed in San Bernardino County crash; suspect charged with manslaughter
A San Bernardino County man was charged with manslaughter after a multi-vehicle crash that killed a mother and her two young children. The incident occurred in Apple Valley on July 29, involving Hendrix Arcadio Collado, 43, from Hesperia.
- San Bernardino County man who died off O.C. beach identified
A 24-year-old man from San Bernardino County died while swimming with a friend off Crescent Bay in Orange County. A 911 call was made just before 7:30 p.m. Monday to report the man missing in the water.
- Remains of missing Southern California man found in shallow backyard grave; roommate arrested
The remains of a missing San Bernardino County man were found in a shallow backyard grave, prompting a murder investigation. His roommate was arrested, and deputies responded to a missing person report in Yucca Valley.
- OpenAI’s Greg Brockman gave $5.5 million to protect the home of an internet-famous bald eagle named Jackie
Greg Brockman and his wife donated $5.5 million to Friends of Big Bear Valley to purchase Moon Camp, a 63-acre forested area near Jackie and Shadow, a bald eagle pair whose nest is globally followed. The donation secured the $10 million fundraising goal to prevent the land from being developed into luxury homes and a marina.
- What is — and is not — in ICE’s plan to improve conditions at privately run Adelanto
The federal government, under a court order to improve conditions at the privately run Adelanto ICE Processing Center, claims the facility is already compliant with some standards but faces pushback. Four people have died at Adelanto since September 2025, and the government plans to appeal the court's order requiring long-term improvements.
- Widow sues after fatal Southern California hydrogen truck explosion
A lawsuit has been filed following a fatal hydrogen truck explosion in San Bernardino County, Southern California, which killed Moises Perez, a father of five. The victim's family claims the incident was preventable.
- Teen on e-bike arrested after attempting to flee motorcycle officer in San Bernardino County
A teen was arrested after attempting to flee a motorcycle officer during a police chase in San Bernardino County. The incident occurred when the officer tried to stop the e-bike rider for reckless traffic behavior.
- FBI raids target San Bernardino County supervisor, Ontario councilman, lawyer and media firm
FBI agents conducted raids targeting a San Bernardino County supervisor, an Ontario city council member, a lawyer, and a Chinese American media company, searching homes and offices across multiple Southern California cities.
- FBI serves search warrants at locations tied to San Bernardino County supervisor
The FBI served search warrants at multiple Inland Empire locations linked to a San Bernardino County supervisor. One location was a home in the 3000 block of Biscayne Street in Chino Hills tied to Supervisor Curt Hagman.
- With inflation up, SoCal landlords will get to raise rents more in many apartments
Effective August 1, rent increase caps in Southern California will rise due to inflation under California's Tenant Protection Act. The state law allows annual hikes of 8.7% in Los Angeles and Orange counties, and 8.1% in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with local rent control laws potentially imposing stricter limits.
- FBI serves warrants in Ontario and other locations in San Bernardino County
The FBI served warrants at multiple locations in San Bernardino County, including a residential neighborhood in Ontario, according to federal officials.
- Falling rock strikes 2 firefighters battling San Bernardino County wildfire
Two firefighters were injured by a falling rock while battling the Green Fire in San Bernardino County. The wildfire, which had burned 33 acres, was being contained by a Cal Fire crew when the rock struck.
- Green Fire burning close to San Bernardino County community
A San Bernardino County community is under evacuation warning due to the Green Fire, a brush fire spreading near Mill Creek Road and Kilkare Road. The fire, which began at 5:42 p.m. on Monday, has grown to 33 acres by 7:18 p.m.
- Southern California gang operation leads to 84 arrests, 22 guns seized
A weeklong gang enforcement operation in San Bernardino County resulted in 84 arrests, the seizure of over 20 firearms, and nearly two dozen search warrants executed. The operation, named Operation Consequences, was led by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and involved multiple agencies.
- Loved ones mourning 22-year-old preschool teacher killed in Mount Baldy crash
A 22-year-old preschool teacher died in a crash in Mount Baldy, San Bernardino County, leading to mourning by loved ones and the community.
- Fatal crash with semi, overturned SUVs closes WB 210 in San Bernardino Co.
A fatal multi-vehicle crash involving a semi and overturned SUVs closed a portion of the westbound 210 Freeway in San Bernardino County on Monday. At least one person was killed, and an unknown number of others were injured in the collision reported near Day Creek Boulevard.
- Southern California caretaker arrested for alleged sexual assault of patient with disabilities
A Southern California caretaker was arrested for the alleged sexual assault of a patient with cognitive disabilities. Howard Parker, 55, from Apple Valley, was investigated by San Bernardino County deputies on July 23 after allegations of abuse were reported.
- Southern California grandfather found dead in park without clothing
A 63-year-old man was found dead at Rialto City Park in San Bernardino County on July 19. His belongings were discovered in a nearby trash can, and a passerby reported the body to police around 5:22 a.m.
- Transit bus operator in Southern California violently attacked
A 23-year-old Pomona man was arrested for allegedly unprovokedly attacking an Omnitrans bus driver in San Bernardino County. Surveillance footage from the bus captured the incident, though details about the exact time or location in Chino remain unspecified.
- San Bernardino County suspects arrested in attempted murder shooting
Two suspects were arrested in connection with a shooting that left two people hospitalized in San Bernardino County. The incident occurred on July 19 in Colton around 2:20 a.m. at a residence on North Rancho Avenue.
- Brace for another SoCal heat wave. This one could last awhile
Southern California faces a prolonged heat wave with temperatures reaching up to 105°F inland, accompanied by fire risks due to dry vegetation and dangerous beach conditions from large waves and rip currents.
- License plate cameras help catch stolen vehicle suspects near Mexico border
License plate reader cameras aided Redlands police in apprehending two stolen vehicle suspects near the Mexico border on July 13. The suspects were close to crossing into Mexico when they were caught after a vehicle was reported stolen at a hotel on Orange Tree Lane in San Bernardino County.
- Nude man found dead at Southern California park with belongings in nearby trash can
A nude man was found dead in Rialto City Park, with his belongings discovered in a nearby trash can. Authorities are investigating the suspicious death in San Bernardino County.
- Mother and boyfriend arrested after 2-year-old boy shot and killed in San Bernardino County
A mother and her boyfriend were arrested after their 2-year-old son accidentally shot and killed himself in San Bernardino County. The incident occurred at an apartment complex in Highland near Pacific Street and Victoria Avenue on July 16.
- Toddler accidently kills himself with firearm in San Bernardino County. Mom and boyfriend arrested
A 2-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed himself in a firearm incident in Highland Park. The child's mother and her boyfriend were arrested in connection with the incident.
- Toddler shot, killed in apparent accident in San Bernardino County
A 2-year-old boy was killed in a firearm-related accident at a Highland apartment complex in San Bernardino County near Pacific Street and Victoria Avenue just before 5:30 p.m., as confirmed by law enforcement officials to KTLA. Details of the incident remain limited.
- Burglars steal $16,000 worth of Pokémon cards from San Bernardino County shop
Burglars stole $16,000 worth of Pokémon cards from a shop in San Bernardino County. Surveillance video showed two hooded suspects ransacking the Colton-based store 'Into the Retroverse' on June 12. Owner Jovonne Bernal stated the thieves appeared to know exactly what they were targeting.
- An end is in sight to the sweltering SoCal heat wave
Southern California is experiencing a dangerous heat wave with extreme heat warnings in effect until Thursday evening, but temperatures are expected to decrease starting Friday, returning to normal by Saturday. Inland areas face highs up to 104°F, while coastal regions remain in the 80s. A cooldown is forecasted due to offshore winds and increased marine layer activity.
- Illegal immigrant sentenced after fiery California semitruck crash killed 3
A 21-year-old Indian national in the U.S. illegally was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for causing a deadly semitruck crash in Southern California that killed three people. The crash occurred after he drove a semitruck into slow-moving traffic on Interstate 10 in San Bernardino County, and his commercial driver's license eligibility had been questioned by federal officials.
- Extreme heat warning as Southern California highs climb toward 110 degrees
Southern California is under an extreme heat warning with temperatures nearing 110 degrees in inland areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. The warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 8 p.m. Thursday.
- Rapidly growing wildfire in Los Angeles County prompts evacuations in remote high desert
A fast-spreading wildfire in Los Angeles County caused evacuations in a remote high desert area, reaching 2,200 acres by evening. The fire, sparked under extreme heat, led to evacuation warnings in Piñon Hills, exacerbated by a heat dome increasing regional wildfire risks.
- Why you should be glad 500K mosquitoes are being released in San Gabriel Valley
The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is releasing 480,000 sterile male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes carrying Wolbachia bacteria to reduce the invasive species' population. These mosquitoes, which cannot reproduce with wild females, aim to combat dengue transmission in the unincorporated community of Basset. The 16-week program targets peak mosquito season (August-October) to maximize mating success and reduce bites.
- SoCal Businesses Lose Fight Over Gas-Powered Appliances
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.
- Southern California man burns down home after family argument, authorities say
A 46-year-old man was arrested for allegedly threatening to harm a dog before burning down his family’s home in San Bernardino County after an argument. The suspect, Clifton Bedore, was identified by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. Fire crews from the Twin Peaks station responded to the incident on July 4.
- 32 arrested, 7.5 tons of illegal fireworks seized in San Bernardino County
Authorities arrested 32 people and seized 7.5 tons of illegal fireworks during a three-month enforcement operation in San Bernardino County. The operation, conducted by the sheriff's and fire departments from April to June, targeted illegal fireworks possession, sale, and transportation.
- July Fourth fireworks may bring 'hazardous' air quality to Southern California. What you need to know
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.
- July Fourth fireworks may bring 'hazardous' air quality to Southern California. What you need to know
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.