UC Riverside Study Reveals SARS-CoV-2’s Striking Affinity for Early Embryonic Ectoderm Cells
Early human embryonic cells may be vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2 infection – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) Riverside, California — Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have uncovered evidence that cells forming the earliest layers of human embryos may face significant vulnerability to SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19. Their work, published this ... Read more
UH softball team extends win streak to 8
The Hawaii softball team relied on the pitching of Taryn Irimata and Maryn Macneil and the power hitting of Jamie McGaughey and Millie Fidge to sweep a doubleheader against UC Riverside on Friday in Riverside, Calif. In the first game, Irimata pitched a six-hitter with no walks and six strikeouts...
I Visited The Old-School Orange County Steakhouse Loved By John Wayne
Like all good cowboys, John Wayne loved steak. One of his favorite places to eat it was at Gulliver's Prime Ribs of Beef in Irvine, California. Here's why.
Suspect arrested in cold case murder of Riverside County man
A 28-year-old suspect was arrested in connection with the cold case murder of a man in Riverside County. Camilo Castillo, 28, of Desert Hot Springs, remained a fugitive for nearly four years before he was captured, the Desert Hot Springs Police Department said. On July 18, 2022, police responded to a shooting near Buena Vista […]
Tens of thousands participating in Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival is bringing tens of thousands of participants, including youngsters, to SoCal for a three-day running extravaganza. More than 25,000 attendees from across 50 states and the world are expected to take part in the community tradition, which offers a variety of distances, including a 5K, half-marathon, a full marathon and the Hoag Kids […]
Otori Sushi Plans Second Location for Late Summer
Voted as “Top 3 Sushi & Japanese Restaurant” by the Community Awards 2025, Otori Sushi is slated to open its second location in Riverside County. The Asian concept called Otori Sushi & Handroll may debut at 40101 Monterey Ave #G2, Rancho Mirage, during August, according to owner Jinho Choi.
Orange County’s First Ever Neurodivergent Film Festival
When Alex Astrella was diagnosed with autism at age two, his parents were told he wouldn’t be able to have a career. Today, the Dana Point native is a filmmaker and the founder of Blu Star Productions, a company that produces films by neurodivergent creatives, aiming to help them break into the movie industry.
Orange County medical scan provider to pay $8.3 million in False Claims Act settlement
SANTA ANA, California - An Orange County-based medical scan provider has agreed to pay $8.3 million to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act by paying excessive fees to cardiologists for referrals. Modern Nuclear Inc. (MNI), a La Habra-based mobile PET scan company, will pay a total of $8,334,350, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. The settlement addresses...
Judge Denies Alleged Assailant’s Request to Fire Lawyer
A judge Friday denied a Jurupa Valley man’s request to dismiss his attorney and instead scheduled a date for trial proceedings, stemming from allegations that he severely beat his girlfriend with a tire iron and snatched their year-old son. Armando Julio Alvarez Ramirez, 46, is charged with attempted murder,...
County Fire Suspends Open Burn Permits and Closes Access to Recreation Areas
RIVERSIDE – Open burning of material will be banned in Riverside County as of Friday, the fire chief announced Wednesday. “Warming temperatures and strong winds are rapidly drying out the annual grasses and vegetation throughout Riverside County, which creates a dense layer of dry fuel, significantly increasing the risk of wildfires,” according to a statement from the Riverside County Fire Department.
