Crackdown On Illegal Fireworks Beefs Up In Riverside County

Ahead of July 4, the 'You Light It, We Write It' campaign returns with high fines for violators.

What To Know On Election Day In Banning, Beaumont

Polls are open from 7 a.m. through 8 p.m. Tuesday.

3 Vie For 5th District Supervisor Seat, Including Beaumont Mayor

Jeff Hewitt seeks a 2nd term, running against Beaumont Mayor LLoyd White, MoVal Mayor Yxstian Gutierrez & Denianonette Mazingo.

Watchdog Group Eyeing Pass Area, Riverside County Polling Places

Riverside and San Diego counties are moving to a vote center election model starting with the primary election on Tuesday June 7, 2022.

Homeless Count Rises In Banning, Drops Across Nearby Cities

According to "Riverside County Point in Time Count"​ results released Tuesday, more homeless people are living on Banning streets and lots.

Inmates Released From Banning Jail Likely To Get 'Free' Rides

The rides, funded by taxpayers, are aimed at preventing "loitering and criminal activity" in communities near county jails.

Vote Early In Banning, Beaumont For June 2022 Election: Here's How

Voters are receiving their ballots in Pass Area mailboxes. Have you gotten yours? check out these important Primary Election Voting Dates.

RivCo Man Arraigned For Role In ADA Scam: Court

Two men are accused of conspiring to target 60 businesses for failing to comply with federal disability access requirements.

Riverside County Lawmakers Weigh In On Roe V. Wade Leak

The majority of those who spoke out indicated a preference to undo federal preservation of abortion rights under Roe v. Wade.

Ruiz Secures Funding To Provide Broadband Access For Native Americans

Congressman Ruiz, M.D. announced a $320,000 federal grant to provide local Native American families access to quality internet access.

'Nuisance Odors' From Hemp Production Addressed In Riverside County

While hemp cultivation is prohibited in large swaths of Riverside County, there are pockets where it is allowed.

Trash Service Fee Hikes Proposed For Unincorporated Pass Areas

The Board of Supervisors Tuesday set a May 10 public hearing on a series of proposed hikes to trash collection fees in unincorporated areas.

Meet Beaumont's New Interim City Manager

Elizabeth Gibbs has served in public administration for 32 years.

Plans To Turn Danny Thomas Ranch Into Regional Park Move Forward

An initial concept for the 123-acre park is underway and will likely be presented to the Pass Area community this summer.

County Offers Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection On April 23

The collection is open to all Riverside County residents.

25,000 Child Abuse, Neglect Reports Logged In RivCo Last Year

County officials are working to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect through a "Pinwheels for Prevention" campaign.

Coachella Valley, Pass Area To See Greener Buses

Rep. Raul Ruiz​ (D-36) helped RTA and Sunline obtain $17 million in federal funding for environmentally cleaner public transportation.

Beaumont GOP Lawmaker Aims To Make Classrooms More Inclusionary

All students, including those with disabilities, "deserve an education worthy of their potential," Sen. Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh said.

Banning, Beaumont Get $2.75M In Federal Funds For Local Projects

Congressional Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-Coachella Valley) secured funding for projects in his 36th District that includes Banning and Beaumont.

Supes Approve Military Weapons Oversight: What Tools Are Needed?

When is a weapon a tool of the law enforcement trade? A new law says officials must regulate & monitor the buying of "specialized hardware."

Crackdown Underway On 'Party Houses' Near Banning, Beaumont

A set of proposed amendments to the county's existing Short-Term Rental Ordinance was published Tuesday, and the public can weigh in.

Riverside County Revenues Boosted By COVID Dollars, Taxpayers

In a 5-0 vote without comment, the Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved recommendations in the 2021-22 midyear budget report.

Storm Runoff Water To Be Collected For Pass Area Residents

Construction on the multimillion-dollar underground storm drain is set to begin.

Making Downtown Beaumont A Thriving Hotspot: Efforts Underway

Speeding traffic, lack of parking and foot traffic, city fees, local ordinances, and other issues are some of the barriers to progress.

Banning's Lions Park To Light Up For Youth, Adult Baseballers

The Lions Park lighting project will include 14 70-foot-tall steel poles with 118 LED fixtures and is expected to be completed by summer.

Marco Santana Removed From Banning Planning Commission

Santana's removal followed an opinion piece he penned that was critical of the Inland Empire's growing warehousing sector.

Animal Services Promised New Vehicles To Replace Aging Fleet

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services will replace 19 of its 50+ aging trucks and vans "without delay," RivCo supes said.

Citrus Greening Disease Prompts Ongoing RivCo Emergency Response

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors is set to approve the renewal of the state of emergency for the county's fragile citrus crops.

Published Opinion Piece Lands Banning Commissioner In Hot Water

Commissioner Santana could lose his seat as a result of the piece he penned that was critical of the IE's burgeoning warehousing sector.

Beaumont Ponders 123-Acre Park At Old Danny Thomas Ranch

The city is looking at entering discussions with the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Recreation & Park Improvement Corporation about the land.

Large Warehouse-Retail Development In Banning: Appeal Hearing Set

On Dec. 1, the Banning Planning Commission gave a green light to the Banning Point project, but an appeal was lodged.

4-Day Workweek Proposed By Riverside County Congressman

A California congressman is working to pass legislation for a 32-hour workweek.

EDD Under Fire As Scammers Target Disability Claims

The department is now being accused of moving too slowly while it weeds out the bad claims so it can pay those who have legitimate ones.

Vice President Kamala Harris To Visit Inland Empire Friday

Harris is scheduled to be in San Bernardino on Jan. 21.

Banning-Beaumont-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data

The Riverside County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Pass Area 'Gas Tax Holiday' Proposed Amid Surging Fuel Prices

The Golden State may not receive another gas tax hike this summer under Gov. Newsom's budget proposal. What to know.

2 Colleagues Silent On Pass Area Supervisor Hewitt's Appointment

Jeff Hewitt is chairing the Riverside County Board of Supervisors for 2022, but two supervisors withheld support for his appointment.

Assemblyman Chad Mayes Will Not Seek Re-Election

Mayes currently represents the San Gorgonio Pass Area and parts of the Coachella Valley.

Storms Help Relax Restrictions In San Bernardino Natl. Forest

The restrictions aimed at lessening wildfire danger will ease starting Saturday.

City Of Banning Closes Facilities Amid COVID-19 Surge

The city is still doing business online and via phone.