Riverside County gas prices hit highest level since 2023
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- Fuel prices are climbing across Riverside County, with diesel reaching a new record and regular gas hitting its highest level since 2023. According to AAA, diesel is now averaging more than $8.32 a gallon in Riverside County. Regular gas is averaging about $6.15 a gallon. For local busine
Fiery 91 Freeway Crash Near Green River Road Kills One, Snarls Corona Commute
One person died early Wednesday when two sedans collided near the Green River Road offramp on the 91 Freeway in Corona, sparking a fire that engulfed both vehicles and forcing the closure of three mainline lanes during the overnight hours. The crash happened around 1:09 a.m., according to a California Highway Patrol sp
CAL FIRE and CAL-JAC Launch First Statewide CAL FIRE EMT Academy
CAL FIRE, in partnership with the California Firefighter Joint Apprenticeship Committee (CAL-JAC), is proud to announce the launch of the first statewide CAL FIRE Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Academy. This historic program marks a major step forward in strengthening and expanding emergency medical services for Ca
Riverside Sends E-Bike Crackdown Back to Committee After Teens’ Deaths
Riverside city leaders pumped the brakes on a proposed crackdown on electric bikes this week, sending the measure back to committee for changes rather than voting it into law. The move comes as the city grapples with a surge of complaints, dozens of crashes, and the deaths of two 14-year-old riders struck by a vehicle
Jurors deadlock in trial of man accused of repeatedly raping girl
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) - Prosecutors were undecided today as to whether to retry an Indio man who allegedly sexually abused a girl repeatedly, following a jury deadlock in deliberations regarding multiple rape allegations. After two days of deliberations, an Indio jury on Tuesday afternoon informed Riverside County Super
Brothers arrested after fake police SUV leads to major weapons seizure in Southern California
Two brothers were arrested after a traffic stop involving an SUV outfitted to resemble a police vehicle led officers to discover multiple firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition at a Southern California home, authorities announced Wednesday. Riverside police said officers pulled over an all-black Ford Explorer n
Inmates from Southern California accused in deadly prison yard attack
A prisoner was allegedly attacked and killed by two other inmates at Salinas Valley State Prison in California.
Dead cats found in freezer, 500 others rescued from California nonprofit: authorities
POMONA, Calif. (TNND) — More than 500 living and dead cats -- including several carcasses in a freezer -- were found at a nonprofit in California, according to authorities. The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. and Upland Animal Control on Tuesday said an investigation was launched involving multiple properties c
Five vintage photo booths in Orange County that foster a nostalgic experience
In today’s world where taking pictures is as easy as opening a phone, vintage photo booths give a reason to put phones down, squeeze into a tiny booth with friends or loved ones and strike a pose like it’s the ‘90s. From digital cameras to thrifted fashion,...
Irvine Police seek two suspects after $600 Target theft on Jamboree Road
The Irvine Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects involved in a retail theft at the Target store on Jamboree Road. According to investigators, the female suspect walked out with approximately $600 in unpaid merchandise. When a loss‑prevention employee attempted to stop her, she alleg

















