Roman named head of RivCo Office of Aging
Rachelle Roman has been appointed director of Riverside County’s Office of Aging by the board of supervisors. Roman, who has been the office’s deputy director of administration since 2013, has 23 years’ experience in public service, according to a statement on the county’s website. “Rachelle’s many...
Public Menorah Lightings to Mark Start of Hanukkah
In the United States, the practice has evolved into giving holiday gifts to children and others.
Deputies fatally shoot man who reportedly set Inland Empire home on fire
A man who reportedly set a house on fire in Moreno Valley died after being shot by deputies early Sunday morning, authorities say. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were first called to the 16000 block of Heatherglen Road at 12:35 a.m. on reports of a residential fire. “Dispatch...
No-Burn Order Extended Through Sunday for Much of Southern California
The South Coast Air Quality Management District extended a No-Burn Alert for 24 additional hours on Saturday, prohibiting wood burning in fireplaces and in all indoor or outdoor devices across four Los Angeles-area counties. The alert is now in effect until at least midnight Sunday and covers the South Coast...
World’s largest meat company abruptly shuts down its California beef factory – another 374...
A major California beef processing facility is shutting down, eliminating 374 jobs and adding to growing concerns about the future of food manufacturing in the state. The plant, operated by…
Leaders, more members of alleged cult-like California religious group arrested for murder
More arrests were made involving members of an alleged cult-like religious organization in Southern California, including the group’s leaders, on suspicion of murder. The Hemet-based religious group called “His Way Spirit Led Assemblies” has been at the center of an ongoing investigation after two former members,...
College Students, Other Youths Offered Free Rides Aboard Public Buses
RIVERSIDE (CNS) – To close out 2025 on a generous note, Riverside Transit Agency buses will provide free rides to all college students, as well as all riders who are 18 years old or younger, until New Year’s Eve. The expanded “Youth Ride Free Program” applies to all...
Driver killed after crashing into utility pole in Riverside
The collision took place around 11:38 p.m. in the area of Central and Fairview avenues.
RivCo Jury Recommends Death Penalty for Gang Member Who Murdered Five
A death sentence was handed down Friday for a Banning gang member involved in five killings — sometimes just for sport — over multiple years. In October, after deliberating only a few hours, a Riverside jury recommended capital punishment for William Arnold Armendariz III, 28, for his deadly crimes.
Texas Roadhouse Teased for Laguna Hills
Texas Roadhouse is making moves to broaden its presence in Orange County, with apparent plans to open a location in Laguna Hills, according to 926OC. The popular restaurant chain filed records with the county listing 24301 Avenida de la Carlota as a site of interest. That property appears to be...
