City closes a portion of Sixth Street for upgrades
A portion of Sixth Street between Waterman Avenue and Pedley Road closed in both directions on Monday according to a statement on the City of San Bernardino’s website. The closure is expected to last for approximately six weeks while multiple utility infrastructure improvements are made, including water, sewer, and gas
Michelin Guide California adds 6 new Westside restaurants to the 2026 selections
The mid-year additions spotlight elite Sawtelle omakase counters, a white-hot Pico-Robertson tasting menu, and a beloved taco staple. Six Southern California restaurants have been added to the prestigious Michelin Guide California ahead of the organization’s formal summer awards ceremony, inspectors announced Wednesday
Hundreds arrested, dozens rescued in massive California child exploitation sting
Authorities arrested more than 300 suspects and rescued 40 children during “Operation Firewall,” a massive multi-county child exploitation sting across Southern California.
Smoke Advisory Over Southland Extended Through Thursday Night
Several brush fires continued to foul the air in Los Angeles and Orange counties Thursday, with an advisory extended through Thursday evening.
Carjacking Suspect Barricades Himself After Freeway Crash
At approximately 8:15 a.m. on May 15, 2026, authorities responded to a vehicle theft and barricaded suspect situation near the 14th Street on-ramp to the 91 Freeway in Riverside. Investigators say a male suspect entered an unlocked vehicle in the area of 14th Street and Lime Street before driving onto...
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Outlines Priorities in 2026 Governor’s Race
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—In an interview with your News Channel, the Riverside County sheriff discussed several of the state’s most pressing issues — including public safety, housing affordability, immigration policy, and wildfire preparedness. “This is my state,” Bianco said. “This is where I came and I achieved everythi
Residential structure fire contained near Thermal
THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) - A residential fire that broke out today near Thermal was contained and no injuries were reported. The blaze was reported at 9:43 a.m. Thursday at Martinez Road and Polk Street, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The agency said firefighters responded to reports of black sm
Southern California wildfires force evacuations, and one is threatening a nuclear facility
Evacuations remain in place for fires burning in Ventura and Riverside counties. The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley is burning near the Santa Susana Field Laboratory, a former nuclear reactor site, raising air quality concerns. Gusty winds and hot, dry weather are fueling the explosive growth of California wildfires this...
Couple found dead in Coachella Valley home may have been scammed by a fake...
A friend of a married couple - who were found dead in their home - believes the victims were scammed by a man claiming to be Tom Selleck.
San Bernardino County Housing Compliance Lags as Joe Baca Sr. Seeks to Unlock Funding
Rialto Mayor Joe Baca Sr. was appointed chair of the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust, a body which oversees the support and creation of affordable housing in San Bernardino County, on Tuesday, May 12. The appointment comes at a critical juncture for the region, as state compliance mandates dictate which municipal

















