Southern California rain totals impressive after holiday storms. Here are the numbers
After two weeks of storms during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, officials are sharing just how much rain fell across Southern California. “Here are some impressive 14-day rainfall totals across Southwest California!” the National Weather Service posted early Monday, citing data from Ventura County Public...
Customer robbed at gunpoint for Pokémon cards worth $300K; string of similar robberies across...
In two separate cases just this weekend, thieves went after rare Pokémon cards, and the reported losses are in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Hearing Set Next Week for Young Man Accused of Vehicular Manslaughter
A preliminary hearing is scheduled next week for a 20-year-old Desert Hot Springs man accused of gunning down a motorist for reasons still unclear. Michael Alex Dodd allegedly killed 34-year-old Francisco Lemus last week. Dodd, who was arrested Dec. 30, is charged with first-degree murder and sentence-enhancing gun...
Atmospheric River Death Toll Rises as Floods Batter Santa Barbara and L.A.
A powerful atmospheric river system continues to wreak havoc across Southern California, with at least one confirmed death and widespread flooding prompting emergency declarations and mass mobilization of rescue crews. The victim, a 29-year-old man, was found dead after being swept into a fast-moving creek in Santa...
5 Cars for Bloomington Daily Use and 5 Practical Ownership Picks
Choosing the right vehicle for daily use in Bloomington requires a balance of efficiency, practicality, and comfort. Drivers in this city face a combination of urban streets, university traffic, and occasional weekend trips, so a reliable, economical, and easy-to-handle car is essential. This guide highlights five...
🗞️ Riverside News- January 4, 2026
Hello Riverside, and Happy Sunday! There's plenty happening around town this week: learn rose pruning techniques at UCR Botanic Gardens' free demonstration this afternoon from 1:00-3:00pm, with chances to win raffle prizes. City business picks up Monday through Wednesday with the Human Resources Board, City Council,...
Lady Be Aware Classes Continue in 2026
Lady Be Aware Courses are back for 2026. The San Bernardino Sheriff’s Training Division continues the Lady Be Aware courses. Each 8-hour training course consists of classroom material and is designed for women who want to learn and develop the necessary attitude, skills, and knowledge to prevent them from becoming...
State investigators reviewing two officer-involved shootings in Southland
Two officer-involved shootings last month on New Year’s Eve are under investigation by the California Department of Justice. On Friday, January 2, State Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the review of the Southland shootings in a press release. The first incident reportedly occurred in a parking lot on Foothill...
Thieves target valuable trading cards in brazen Southern California heist
A Southern California trading card store fell victim to a burglary this weekend, and the thieves made off with a haul of expensive trading cards. Another card theft was reported less than 24 hours later, although the circumstances surrounding it remain murky. The first incident occurred early Sunday morning at Simi...
Southern California’s wet weather clears, but forecast shows surprising midweek shift
LOS ANGELES - Southern California is facing a final stretch of rainy weather through Monday, with the National Weather Service predicting a transition to dryer, sunnier conditions by mid-week. While rainfall totals are expected to be light, officials have maintained evacuation warnings and road closures due to...
