Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Receives Major Grant, Paving Way for New Exhibits and...
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens has received a new grant that zoo officials say will open the door for several exciting initiatives. The funding, provided through a charitable gift annuity by the Inland Empire Community Foundation, is expected to directly benefit both zoo operations and future expansion projects....
Oregon gas prices continue to fall slowly
Even though pump prices continue to ease in Oregon and most states due to cheaper winter-blend gas and relatively low crude oil prices, drivers here on the West Coast might see prices rise again after last week’s refinery fire in Southern California. AAA Oregon/Idaho reports that, for the week, the national average...
6 arrested in Burbank for string of Southern California residential burglaries
Six people were arrested in Burbank for a string of Southern California residential burglaries that have taken place in recent months, police said on Friday.
Riverside County investigators seeking help finding teenage boy’s killer
Naythan Vasquez, 16, was fatally shot on May 9, 2025. Since then, investigators have been unable to identify and arrest his killer.
Man arrested for attempted homicide in Riverside County
A man was arrested for attempted homicide after a victim was found with a gunshot wound in Riverside County. The suspect was identified as Jesse Romero, 27, of Palm Springs, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. On Sept. 27, deputies responded to an assault with a deadly weapon near Bob Hope Drive and...
Costco Launches October 2025 Clearance Event: Deep Discounts on Top Brands
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Costco is drawing crowds across Southern California with its October 2025 clearance event, offering impressive discounts of 50% to 85% on popular brands at select locations such as Eastvale, Rancho Cucamonga, and Burbank. Shoppers can find standout deals...
Helicopter crash in Southern California leaves at least 5 people hospitalized
A helicopter crash in Southern California on Saturday left five people hospitalized, including two aboard the aircraft and three others on the ground.
Gas prices relatively steady despite local refinery blaze
After a fire last week that halted operations at one of California’s largest oil refineries and prompted expectations of higher pump prices, higher fuel inventories have stabilized the the average cost of a gallon of gas. Experts indicated this week that the Oct. 2 fire at Chevron’s El Segundo...
Off-duty Orange County sheriff’s deputy fatally shoots allegedly armed man in Riverside County
It happened Friday night near Santiago Peak, according to Riverside County deputies.
Southern California in for widespread rainfall, cool temperatures to start week
Southern California is due for widespread rainfall and a dramatic drop in temperatures to start the new week due to a storm system from the remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla.

















