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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway offers free entry for first responders in August

For the month of August, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is offering free admission to all qualified first responders as part of "First Responders Days."


Jurupa Valley deputies to conduct DUI patrols on July 25-26

Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office in Jurupa Valley will be conducting DUI patrols on July 25-26.


Deputy-involved shooting under investigation in French Valley

On Monday, July 21, 2025, deputies from the Southwest Sheriff's Station responded to a domestic violence call at a residence on Shadow Drive in French Valley.


Corona police investigate death of man on Fullerton Avenue

Wisner, Robert, a 31-year-old male from Corona, California, was pronounced dead on July 20, 2025.


Death of Vickie Hultstrand investigated by California Highway Patrol

Vickie Hultstrand, a 41-year-old resident of Corona, California, was pronounced dead on July 20, 2025.


Coroner reports death of John Teply in Corona

On July 20, 2025, John Teply, a 41-year-old resident of Corona, California, was pronounced dead at 12:14 PM.


Attempted homicide arrest made by Riverside County authorities

On Monday, July 14, 2025, deputies from the Jurupa Valley Sheriff's Station responded to an assault with a deadly weapon at Golden West Avenue and Condor Drive in Jurupa Valley.


Coroner's report identifies Lake Elsinore resident involved in I-215 incident

Cruz Maeda, Gladys, a 44-year-old resident of Lake Elsinore, CA, has been identified in a recent coroner's report.


Fatal pedestrian accident under investigation by Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station

On the evening of July 17, 2025, deputies from the Jurupa Valley Sheriff's Station responded to a major injury traffic collision on Van Buren Boulevard in Jurupa Valley.


Man arrested for possessing stolen vehicle and making bombs

On June 8, 2025, deputies from the Southwest Sheriff's Station located a stolen vehicle near Glenoaks Road and Pratt Road in Temecula.


Riverside County Sheriff conducts retail theft operation in Perris

On July 17, 2025, deputies from the Perris Sheriff's Station Special Enforcement Team and Robbery Burglary Suppression Team, along with loss prevention personnel, conducted a retail theft operation in the 1800 block of Perris Boulevard in Perris.


Fatal accident under investigation by California Highway Patrol in Riverside

A fatal incident occurred on July 16, 2025, involving a 24-year-old male named Bryant Azpeitia from Ontario, California.


Coachella Valley Firebirds hire Vince Stalletti as new goaltending coach

The Coachella Valley Firebirds have announced the addition of Vince Stalletti to their coaching staff as the goaltending coach.


Hospital nurse arrested for alleged sexual assault on unconscious patient

In June 2025, the Riverside Sheriff's Special Victims Unit received a report about a hospital employee involved in inappropriate contact with an unconscious patient.


Burglary arrest leads to seizure of narcotics and firearms in Palm Desert

On July 15, 2025, deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff's Station responded to a residential burglary on Portola Avenue in Palm Desert.


Coachella Valley Firebirds sign Gustav Olofsson to two-year AHL contract

The Coachella Valley Firebirds have announced the signing of defenseman Gustav Olofsson to a two-year contract with the American Hockey League (AHL), extending through the 2026-27 season.


Bowling night set for July 17 at Fantasy Lanes

Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just looking for some fun, Fantasy Lanes is the place to be this Thursday, July 17.


House passes bill to establish unique zip code for Eastvale

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 672, a bill that mandates the U.S. Postal Service to assign a unique ZIP Code for Eastvale and other communities nationwide.


Calvert announces $67M allocation for local infrastructure projects

Today, Congressman Ken Calvert announced that over $67 million has been allocated for infrastructure projects in the 41st Congressional District.


Arrest made in Hemet homicide investigation after six-month probe

After a six-month investigation, the Riverside Sheriff’s Central Homicide Unit, with help from the Riverside County District Attorney Office Gang Impact Team, has arrested 25-year-old Johnathen Amezola of Hemet.