Over 1,600 RivCo Customers Overpaid EMWD: How To Claim Your Money

These Eastern Municipal Water District customers overpaid their bill, some by as much as $6K. Here's what to do if you want your money back.

I-215 Graffiti Cleanup Planned Friday, Watch For Closures

A moving closure in the center median and HOV lanes will be in place as CalTrans workers perform a sweeping and graffiti removal operation.

Pass Area Veterans Expo Set For Jan. 21 In Beaumont

The free event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jan. 21 at the Albert A. Chatigny Community Recreation Center, 1310 Oak Valley Parkway.

New Year’s Eve 2022 Near Banning: Best Places To Ring In 2023

Glowing lights deck Riverside's Mission Inn through New Year's Eve and Temecula's annual NYE Grape Drop, concert and ice skating.

Beaumont's 2023 Gas Forecast: Drivers Prepare For Uncertain Year

How much is the cheapest gas in town this week? And what can Banning and Beaumont drivers expect at the pump in 2023? Here's what we know.

Christmas Tree Pick Up In Banning: Recycle Your Live Tree In 2022

Once those needles start to fall off, it's time to get the tree outside to lower fire risks. Here's how to recycle your tree this year.

No Burn Order Extended Ahead Of Banning, Beaumont Area Storm

The no-burn rule prohibits burning wood and manufactured fire logs, such as those made from wax or paper.

Banning, Beaumont Volunteers Needed To Count RivCo's Homeless People

Ideally, the county would like to have more than 700 volunteers.

Stray Bullet Death; Family Slaying Update | SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not: we’ve rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

'Mental Health' Focused Robot Joins Staff At RivCo Nursing Home

Robin the Robot, a lifesized interactive character, now interacts with patients at the Riverwalk Post-Acute skilled nursing facility.

Earth Stewards Sought By RivCo Department of Waste Resources

The agency is seeking volunteers who want to help others become better recyclers and composters.

Fall Leaves In Oak Glen On Thanksgiving Week: Patch Photo Of The Week

The times and seasons are changing! Patch loves photos. Do you have a picture of where you live you'd love to share with us? Here's how.

'When Times Are Tough, He's Right There To Help': Redlands Local Hero

"He has seen a lot in his years on this earth and shares his wisdom every day with a smile and laugh." Nominate your Patch local hero today.

RivCo To Reopen 7 Hiking Areas Due To Improved Conditions

The reopened hiking areas are Eagle Canyon/Tin Mine, Steel Peak, Bautista Canyon, North Mountain, Whitewater Canyon, Ramona Bowl and more.

Friday Street Closures For Beaumont's Veterans Day Parade

The parade and ceremony require road closures beginning at 8 a.m.

Banning, Beaumont's Lucky Lottery Retailers: Where To Play Powerball

Playing Powerball in Banning/Beaumont? These lucky retailers have sold multiple winning tickets. Will you play this draw or wait it out?

Triple Threat' Banning Student Athlete Excels In Marching Band, Golf

We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Beaumont Gas Prices Below Area Average, Dropped For 29th Day

Prices drop after regional refineries once again become fully operational, experts say.

Winning $1M Powerball Ticket Sold In Inland Empire

One Powerball ticket worth $1M was sold at​ a 7-Eleven in Milpitas, and another at an Eastland Food Market in Ontario.

Bringing Community Back To Banning 'Commuter Town:' Patch Local Heroes

"In a world where neighbors no longer endeavor to know each other, Amber brings back the nostalgic sense of community," her nominator says.

The Top Ten True Facts About Beaumont Library District's Measure M

Measure M would cost just $9.70 per $100,000 in assessed value or about 80 cents a month, less than a 1% increase to property tax bills!

Banning, Beaumont 'Fall Back' As Daylight Saving Time Ends: 2022

Mark your calendars — we get an extra hour of slumber Sunday morning. What's the craziest fall-back clock-setting mishap you've ever had?

'He Chooses Hard Work, Giving His All:' Banning Star Student Athlete

Marquis's hearing impairment hasn't held him back, if anything it made him work harder and hungrier to achieve goals on and off the field.

Banning Custodian Honored For Saving Choking Kindergartener

A long-time Central Elementary School custodian rushes into action when the little boy chokes in the lunchroom.

Fireball In Banning In November Taurid Meteor Shower, Full Blood Moon

If you love stargazing November is an ideal month. With longer nights and clear night skies forecast look up for fireballs, full blood moon.

Lottery Ticket Worth $1.5M Sold At Inland Empire CVS

The ticket, which matched five of six numbers, was sold at a CVS in Rancho Cucamonga.

RivCo Residents Can Discard Unwanted Meds On Drug Take Back Day

Riverside County residents who want to get rid of expired, unused and unwanted drugs will have an opportunity to discard them Saturday.

Help Spotlight Banning, Beaumont, Pass Area Student Athletes

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to recognize Pass Area student athletes for the qualities that drive their competitive spirit.

Mark Wahlberg Makes Appearance At Morongo Charity Golf Tournament

Riverside County was the place to be this week for celebrity sightings of Hollywood mogul, fitness fan and businessman Mark Wahlberg.

Is willful ignorance worsening our environmental crisis?

By Scott Houston

Beaumont Library Measure M to Preserve Last Carnegie Library in County

More space is needed to better serve Beaumont & Cherry Valley--with over 60,000 residents--10 times the number since the 1965 expansion!

Orionids, Taurids Flying Now Over Banning, Beaumont: Stargazing Tips

The Draconid meteor shower has ended leaving stargazers looking toward the next celestial show. Will the Riverside night weather cooperate?

Coyote Found In Middle School Bathroom; Returned To RivCo Wild

"That's not a pup. That's a full-grown coyote!" Watch the rescue and release video.

Banning, Beaumont Nonprofits Encouraged To Apply For CDBG Money

The federal funding is distributed through the cities, and nonprofits that serve Banning and Beaumont have until Oct. 31 to apply.

Volunteers To Place 225K Flags At Riverside National Cemetery

A call has gone out for volunteers to place small flags at the graves of each veteran in "A Flag for Every Hero."

Earthquake Rattles Banning, RivCo Monday

The earthquake was reported just after 9 a.m. Did You Feel It?

Hackers Call LAUSD Bluff ; Rock Climbers Killed | SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not: we’ve rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

Fall Fest Returns To Historic San Timoteo Canyon Schoolhouse

Fall Fest takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the schoolhouse in Redlands and is free to attend.

Morongo Casino And Resort Hiring 100 People In Cabazon: What To Know

Restaurant workers, housekeeping staff and many other forms of hotel operations workers are sought if you have the drive to "go beyond."

Vintage Board Games Displayed At Heritage House In Riverside County

"It's Your Move: The Games We Play" exhibit will be open Fridays through Sundays in Riverside until Thanksgiving week.