Public Meeting Roundup — March 23-27
Every week, The Riverside Record publishes a list of public meetings — county, city and school district governance — happening along with links to the agendas and ways you can attend or watch the meetings. Use the links below to navigate to different sections. Each section is organized alphabetically.
Sherman Library & Gardens to present
On Tuesday, March 31 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sherman Library & Gardens is presenting a new class – modern moss wall art. Create a one-of-a-kind art piece designed to bring the living greenery of nature indoors. Create a one-of-a-kind art piece designed to bring the living greenery of nature...
Suspect in Custody After Vehicle Pursuit in Palm Springs
A suspect is in custody tonight following a vehicle pursuit tied to a reported assault in Palm Springs.Authorities say deputies with the Riverside County Sheriff's Office responded just before 11 a.m. to a report of an assault with a deadly weapon on Pioneer Trail.Investigators say the suspect fled the scene in a...
A Museum Metamorphosis: Progress, Surprises and a Secret Tunnel
Stroll past the Museum of Riverside's construction site and peer through the fence. Do this every day and you're likely to see something new each time because progress continues at a brisk pace on the rehabilitation and expansion of the downtown Museum site. Museum staff continue to aim for a reopening no earlier...
Free Pet Adoptions This Week in Riverside County
Free pet adoptions will be offered during National Adoption Week at PetSmart stores in Hemet, Palm Desert, and Pico Rivera. All adoption fees are waived and each pet includes spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip, and an engraved ID tag, funded by a $25,000 grant from PetSmart Charities. Events take place on March 27 from...
Audit Finds Possible Fraud, Misuse of Funds in School District’s International Program
The Val Verde Unified School District (VVUSD) in Riverside County is under intense scrutiny over its partnership with a private boarding school in China. Questions are mounting after a state audit found evidence that diplomas may have been issued fraudulently. Beginning in 2016, VVUSD teamed up with Pegasus...
DUI suspect accused of pushing Southern California deputy into highway traffic
A 33-year-old man suspected of driving under the influence was booked for attempted murder after authorities claimed he pushed a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputy into active lanes of traffic during an enforcement stop. The March 21 incident, according to a SBSD news release, occurred just before 2 a.m. near 5...
Community Members Outraged Over Attacks on Riverside County Burros
Despite calls by community activists and concerned residents, there is still no task force Tuesday to investigate the killing of 21 donkeys in Riverside County since last year.
Two more men charged in fraud scheme on Treasure Valley businesses
NAMPA, Idaho (CBS2) — Nampa Police have arrested two additional suspects in a fraud scheme being run on Treasure Valley businesses. Earlier this month, Nampa Police arrested a man named Jiaxing Guan from Houston, Texas. Guan is facing multiple charges related to stolen bank cards, fraud, and theft. Now, Nampa PD says...
The Ranch Community Center expands public programs, equine education at OC Fairgrounds
OC Fair & Event Center continues to expand their public programs at The Ranch Community Center, offering free educational open houses and community events that showcase equine programs, agricultural education and partnerships with local organizations and nonprofits. Click on photo for larger image. The Ranch...
