Zebra mussels found in Colorado River, lakes; golden mussels spreading in California
The battle against invasive quagga mussels at Lake Mead is continuing and two more types of the mollusks have been detected — one in western Colorado and another rapidly expanding into Southern California.
Riversides “No Kings” peaceful protest had the energy of a family barbecue
In a place where many expressed their concerns for the state of the world, there were still fleeting moments of smiles, communion and dancing. Music and instruments were the choice of peaceful weaponry as a form of resistance at the “No Kings” protest in Downtown Riverside on Oct. 18. While culture was displayed...
Banning man accused of perpetrating deadly shooting arraigned
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) - A young man accused of gunning down a 19-year-old man during a dispute in Moreno Valley pleaded not guilty today to murder and other charges. Jacob Nulen Necochea, also 19, of Banning, allegedly killed Angelo Leivas of Banning in August. In addition to murder, Necochea is charged with...
Authorities ID Biker Killed in Lake Mathews Area
A motorcyclist killed in a collision near Lake Mathews was identified Monday as a 48-year-old Perris man. Edgar Flores was fatally injured shortly before 9 p.m. Sunday on Cajalco Road, between Eagle Canyon Road and La Sierra Avenue, south of the lake, according to the California Highway Patrol. The agency...
Frightening Sights Found in Musician’s Car
A badly decomposed body was found in the front trunk of musical artist d4vd’s Tesla on Sept. 8 in Los Angeles. Recently, the Los Angeles Police Department identified the body as that of missing 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. When her body was found, it was in a bag, and it was so badly decomposed that police...
Man in custody after rooftop standoff in Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) - A person was detained after a rooftop standoff in Indio that started with at the Riverside County District Attorney's Office, police said. The standoff was at the 83000 block of Highway 111. Police said Highway 111 is back open after an hours long closure near the scene. Viewer video from the ...
DAILY MEMO: After No Kings Protests, Feds Wreak Havoc in Santa Ana and O.C.
Memo Torres breaks down ICE-related news in Southern California today. Below, you'll find links and references to everything discussed in the video, allowing you to take a closer look at each topic. TODAY’S ICE RAIDS. Saturday, October 18th. Day 135. Pomona: At the Caridad Market on Grand and Pipeline,...
Gov. Newsom signs bill to make Diwali a state holiday
CERRITOS, Calif. — California is home to the largest South Asian population in the country, and next year a new state holiday will be welcomed by many. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 268 into law making Diwali, which is also known as the Hindu Festival of Lights, a state holiday beginning in 2026.
Rollercoaster of Fall Weather in this Weeks 5 Day Forecast
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> This week’s weather forecast for Monday October 20 through Friday October 24 for Southern California. Check out the 5-day forecast below in your area. Cajon Pass/Inland Empire Valley Area Average Weather/Temps:. Monday will be warm, mostly sunny with morning fog/clouds,...
Riverside’s Distinctive Raincross Design Becomes 12-foot Sculpture
A towering Raincross sculpture installed behind City Hall fulfills a vision from the building's original 1975 design—50 years after architects first intended monumental metal artwork to complement the building. Ward 1 Councilmember Philip Falcone commissioned metal artist Rico Alderette to create the 12-foot...
