$36M Rehabilitation Project Planned Along Santa Ana River In RivCo

One of the challenges moving forward on the project is the presence of transient camps within and around the river bottom.

Southwest RivCo Lawmaker Says CA Is Failing Hearing-Impaired Kids

Sen. Melissa Melendez alleges that 98% of hearing-impaired children statewide who are eligible for free hearing aids have not received them.

RivCo Sheriff Slammed By 3 Assemblymembers Over 'Reckless' Comments

The state lawmakers' action Wednesday follows alleged vandalism over the weekend of the Riverside Historic Courthouse​ at 4050 Main St.

Sheriff Bianco's Vandalism Allegations 'False,' Councilmember Claims

Abortion rights protesters are accused of vandalizing the Riverside Historic Courthouse. Bianco alleged a councilwoman supported it.

Mounting Fentanyl Deaths Prompt Awareness Campaign In Riverside County

The countywide campaign is expected to target mainly those in the 16-50 age range with a message that fentanyl kills.

Tribute To Fallen RivCo Marine Gets Unanimous Support In U.S. House

Introduced by Congressman Ken Calvert (R-Corona), H.R. 5809​ seeks to name the Norco Post Office in honor of Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui.

27 New Homes Targeted Along Lake Elsinore's Eastern Edge

The Rosetta View Estates​ project proposes six-floor plans ranging in size from 1,659 square feet to 2,659 square feet.

Governor Pardons Riverside County Woman Who Murdered Her Pimp

Sara Kruzan, 44, was convicted in 1995 of killing G.G. Howard at a Riverside motel.

RivCo Courts Add 2 New Judges To Fill Vacancies In Riverside, Indio

A Lake Forest Superior Court commissioner & a Corona-based corporate attorney were appointed to county judicial posts by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Lake Elsinore To Review Safety Policies After 9-Year-Old Drowns At Launch Pointe

Shaw said her son and 9-year-old great-nephew, Donte Clark, were playing at Launch Pointe Sunday, throwing rocks into the water.

RivCo Lawmakers Express Praise, Criticism After SCOTUS Overturns Roe

Reactions from Riverside County as the 49-year-old protection ended Friday, placing abortion policy at the discretion of the states.

RivCo Supes Approve Property Tax Bill Printing Deal With OC Vendor

A Yorba Linda-based vendor will handle all printing and distribution of Riverside County's property tax bills for the next five years.

ACLU Sues Riverside County Over Redistricting

The ACLU is representing Inland Empire United, and particularly six plaintiffs, in a legal challenge to the supervisorial map redraws.

Riverside County's 2 Top Lawmen Close In On Re-Election Wins

If their leads hold, Sheriff Chad Bianco and District Attorney Mike Hestrin will get outright victories without facing a runoff election.

Wildomar Mayor Headed To Runoff In Bid For Auditor-Controller Job

Wildomar Mayor Ben J. Benoit was trailing Riverside County Auditor-Controller ​Paul Angulo, but neither candidate has reached a majority.

Real-Time Results: Lake Elsinore, Wildomar Primary Election 2022

The polls are closed and voters have had their say on county, state, as well as U.S. Senate and congressional races.

Drought Prompts Riverside County Government To Cut Back On Water Use

" ... the county can help mitigate the impact of the drought and demonstrate the necessity of conservation during this crisis."

What To Know On Election Day In Lake Elsinore, Wildomar

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

Watchdog Group Eyeing Elsinore 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 Drops In Lake Elsinore, Across Southwest RivCo

According to "Riverside County Point in Time Count"​ results released Tuesday, fewer homeless people are living on the streets.

Marijuana Merchants Facing Increased Scrutiny In Riverside County

Many cannabis operators have failed to open their businesses under the conditions they promised, according to the county.

Lake Elsinore Area Voters: How To Vote Early For June 2022 Election

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

Undocumented, Poor RivCo Residents Over 50 Now Eligible For Medi-Cal

Immigration status is no longer a factor for low-income people 50 years of age and older who want to apply for Medi-Cal.

Trash Service Fee Hikes Proposed For Unincorporated Elsinore, Wildomar

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

Slain Marine's Name On RivCo Post Office: Lawmakers Give 1st OK

A proposal to rename the Norco Post Office after one of its sons, Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui​, has cleared a legislative hurdle.

Trump Endorses Riverside County Rep. Ken Calvert

A longtime politician, Calvert (R-Corona) was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1992 and is running for reelection.

Monitoring RivCo Elections: Supes Expected To OK Advisory Group

The proposal calls for a seven-member panel of volunteers to help ensure transparency and efficiency.

Feds Block Massive Hydroelectric Project Near Lake Elsinore Again

On Thursday, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a statement saying it would not rehear arguments on the LEAPS application.

Lake Elsinore Residents Get Last Chance On Redistricting

The city will hold a final public hearing Tuesday night.

Ashlee Dephillippo Appointed To Serve On Wildomar City Council

Dephillippo was one of two District 5 residents who applied for the vacancy left open by longtime Council Member Marsha Swanson.

RivCo Receives $12M In Grant Funding To House Homeless

The money will be used to convert a 53-room hotel into a 52-room residence providing permanent housing for chronically homeless people.

Lake Elsinore's Main Street, Canyon Lake Water Get Federal Relief

Congressman Ken Calvert secured $18.6 million for projects within his 42nd District, which Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake.

RivCo Lawmaker Fails To End COVID State Of Emergency

The Lake Elsinore lawmaker hoped to end Gov. Newsom's coronavirus state of emergency, curbing his corresponding emergency powers.

RivCo Lawmaker's Fight To End COVID State Of Emergency Continues

Sen. Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore, has secured a hearing regarding Gov. Gavin Newsom's ongoing use of emergency power.

6 Lake Elsinore Restaurants Burgled, Multiple Charges Filed: DA

A Compton man is accused of breaking into these Lake Elsinore & Wildomar restaurants after hours in the middle of February.

Wildomar Military Weapon Oversight: What's Next For Sheriff Dept.

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

Crackdown Underway On 'Party Houses' Near Lake Elsinore, Wildomar

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

Lake Elsinore Man Faces Sentencing In Elder Fraud Case

He pleaded guilty to collecting over $500,000 conning elderly victims and threatening them with "bogus warrants."

Wildomar Announces Requirements To Vie For Open Council Seat

Applications are now being sought to fill the vacancy created in District 5.

Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine: Inland Empire Representatives React

Russia's aggression "threatens peace and stability around the globe," said Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Coachella.