Fallen Guardians: Southern California’s Law Enforcement Tragedies in 2025
A Solemn Tally of Sacrifice (Image Credits: Sbsun.com) Southern California – As the year drew to a close, communities across the region reflected on the profound losses suffered by law enforcement agencies. A Solemn Tally of Sacrifice The year 2025 marked a heartbreaking chapter for officers serving in Southern...
Flash flood, thunderstorm alerts in effect for California amid heavy rain, storms
Potential impacts include the threat of widespread roadway flooding.
Even more Cal State campuses will automatically admit eligible students under a new state...
California State University last year launched a pilot program to attract more students to the university system and to steer some to campuses that have been struggling with enrollment declines.
California police warn of ‘Door Kick’ TikTok challenge
MURRIETA, Calif. - Some are calling it an "amped up version of Ding Dong Ditch." The internet, meanwhile, is calling it the "Door Kick" TikTok challenge. Now, police are warning residents of the latest dangerous social media trend that is causing concern among residents in multiple states, including California,...
RivCo Animal Services reports major lifesaving gains in latest quarterly report
Riverside, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS), along with Outcomes for Pets Consulting Group, released its data from January through September 2025 for the county-wide animal sheltering system. RCDAS Q3 Report_Jan-Sep_12.22Download The data covers an important period in the...
Pilot uninjured after plane crashes over Ortega Highway in Riverside County
Firefighters said that the pilot deployed an "airframe parachute system," which allowed the aircraft to make a safe landing in the Cleveland National Forest.
Two arrested for stealing $80k horse from Riverside County ranch, deputies say
Two people were arrested for allegedly stealing a horse worth approximately $80,000 in November, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Newsom declares state of emergency for 8 California counties over severe weather events in...
Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for eight California counties following six severe weather events earlier this year. The proclamations cover diverse disasters, including windstorms, a tsunami, the Gifford Fire, monsoons, and mudslides that caused significant damage. The declarations unlock state...
Suspect arrested in freeway shooting that left motorist wounded
More than a week after gunfire erupted on one of Riverside’s busiest freeways, investigators say they have arrested the man they believe pulled the trigger. California Highway Patrol investigators took Maurice Orlando Stells Jr., 41, of Moreno Valley, into custody on Monday, Dec. 22 in connection with a freeway...
Mandatory evacuation order issued for Orange County burn scar areas
Orange County officials have issued a mandatory evacuation order for areas near the Airport Fire burn scar. Effective Wednesday at 8 a.m., the order will be issued for the Trabuco Creek area, including the RC Airport, Bell Canyon including Starr Ranch and Hot Springs Canyon including Lazy-W Ranch, county officials...
