San Clemente City Council Adopts Budgets, Questions Homeless Count Data
The San Clemente City Council addressed a variety of issues during its June 2 meeting, including updates to the city’s goat-grazing fire-mitigation program, adoption of a two-year budget, concerns regarding Orange County’s homeless Point-in-Time Count and new policies governing public meetings and automated license pla
An Uber Passenger Filmed His Driver Apparently Asleep at the Wheel of a Tesla
An Orange County Uber passenger filmed his rideshare driver apparently asleep at the wheel of a Tesla on the 405 Freeway earlier this year. The video has not produced any visible action from Uber or ... Read more
BMW Crashes Through Riverside Bank Wall
At approximately 7:30 p.m. on June 9, 2026, Riverside firefighters and police officers responded to a traffic collision at a Wells Fargo branch on Alessandro Boulevard in Riverside. When crews arrived, they found a BMW completely inside the bank after crashing through an exterior wall. Despite the extensive damage to..
“Smart Freeways” Use the Same Dumb Approach
A new pilot project is now underway along an eight-mile stretch of northbound Interstate 15 (I-15) between Temecula and Murrieta in Riverside County. Described by backers as a “smart freeway,” the $33 million project aims to ease congestion through real-time traffic management, using sensors, ramp meters, and coordinat
3 Highly Anticipated Restaurants Are Touching Down in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Southern California’s dining renaissance is showing no signs of slowing down, and Orange County foodies are about to reap the benefits. From high-end sushi to ambitious multi-billion-dollar culinary hubs, a fresh wave of capital and talent is flowing into the local restaurant scene. Whether...
Joshua Tree Man Arrested on Witness Tampering and Firearm Charges Following Multi-Month Investigation
JOSHUA TREE, California — A San Bernardino County man is behind bars in the Coachella Valley following his arrest in connection with a multi-month investigation into weapons violations and witness tampering. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department confirmed that thirty-year-old Joshua Tree resident Salvador Cardenas
Wife of Riverside city manager files legal claim against the city he runs
The wife of Riverside's city manager alleges the city violated her rights by investigating her without due process in retaliation for her criticism of public officials.
Elderly Santa Ana pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle
A tragic pedestrian accident in Santa Ana has claimed the life of a 78-year-old local resident, highlighting the ongoing dangers pedestrians face on local roadways. On June 10, 2026, at approximately 7:10 a.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple emergency calls regarding a vehicle-versus-pedestrian colli
Driving Through North Orange County Could Get Easier
People commuting through a large swath of North Orange County could see reduced driving times as traffic lights along another major street are slated for overhauls aimed at reducing congestion and emissions. The State College Boulevard/City Drive traffic light project comes after the Kraemer Boulevard/Glassell Street/G
Athlete of the Week: Kobee Finniki
Dedication, perseverance, and a relentless work ethic have helped 18-year-old Kobee Finnikin establish himself as one of the Inland Empire's most accomplished student-athletes. A recent graduate of Corona High School, Kobee balanced the demands of academics and athletics while maintaining an impressive 3.5 GPA and earn

















