$1.6M Public Relations Deal Inked For RivCo Registrar Of Voters

The goal of the PR effort is to increase community knowledge, trust in the electoral process and election transparency.

$387K Annual Salary, Future Raises OK'd For Riverside County's CEO

A new three-year employment agreement was approved Tuesday for Riverside County Chief Executive Officer Jeff Van Wagenen Jr.

$387K Annual Salary, Future Raises Per New Contract For RivCo CEO

The latest contract for RivCo CEO Jeff Van Wagenen Jr. would, if approved Tuesday, take effect immediately and expire Dec. 11, 2026.

Youth Suicide Prevention Pilot Program OK'd In Riverside County

The county is contracting with Inland Southern California 211+ for the "Youth Suicide Prevention Reporting & Crisis Response Pilot Program."

Washington Avenue In Murrieta Getting Another Traffic Signal

The four-way traffic light is being added at the cross with Weeping Willow Lane and a driveway at Centerpoint Church.

Survey Of 850 Murrieta Residents Finds Good Life In Gem Of The Valley

Residents were asked to participate through a variety of methods including online, emails and text messages, and as a follow-up, calls.

Riverside County Opts Out Of Ballot Disclose Act

The decision by the Board of Supervisor's came at the prompting of Riverside County Registrar of Voters Art Tinoco.

Property Taxman Comes Calling In Riverside County

Property tax bills are due beginning Nov. 1, and no later than Dec. 11 to avoid penalties.

62 New Homes With Granny Flats Approved For Murrieta's West Side

The new homes will be situated on 22 acres in and along Murrieta Creek. Each property will include an ADU for rental income or other use.

IRS Gives Tax Reprieve To Nearly All Californians

At the last minute, the Internal Revenue Service on Monday postponed its Oct. 16, 2023, deadline to file 2022 federal returns and pay taxes.

RivCo Supes To Accept Allotment For CARE Court Program

The aim is to prevent mentally ill people from falling through the social service system cracks, ending up in a correctional facility.

Social Security's Cost-Of-Living Adjustment Set At 3.2% — Less Than Half Of The Current Year's Increase

Its 2024 cost-of-living adjustment will be 3.2%, a smaller bump than the 8.7% increase seniors and other beneficiaries received this year.

62 New Homes With Granny Flats Planned For Murrieta's West Side

The new homes would be situated on 22 acres in and along Murrieta Creek. Each property would include an ADU for rental income or other use.

City Of Menifee Taps Travis Hickey As Chief Financial Officer

Hickey will officially start his new role in Menifee on Oct. 16.

Murrieta Fire, Cal Fire Begin 'Automatic Aid' Agreement

The 911 dispatchers from both agencies can now seamlessly communicate with and assist the residents they serve, reducing response times.

New Protocols For Mentally Ill Take Effect Oct. 1 In Riverside County

New protocols for placing those with behavioral health disorders in treatment regimens operated by the county take effect Oct. 1.

Homeless People Camping On Sidewalks, In Parks: Murrieta Eyeing SCOTUS

Do camping prohibitions constitute “cruel and unusual punishment” prohibited by the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?

Hundreds Of Acres Of Land In Murrieta's French Valley To Be Protected

An $8,971,625​ grant through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be used to acquire and protect the land, the agency announced.

California Fast Food Workers Poised To Win Major Salary Increases

"I'm happy because this job is stressful," said El Pollo Loco employee Marta Armenta.

Some Ambulance Rides Will Instead Be Tele-Doc Calls In RivCo

On Tuesday, the county signed off on an agreement between its Emergency Management Department and Pasadena-based Tele911 Inc.

Mega Theater Complex Declared 'Public Nuisance' In Menifee

The project developer is movie-theater mogul George Krikorian​.

Marriage, Right To Life: CA GOP Proposes 'Drastic' Platform Changes

The state's GOP platform is being "drastically transformed," especially as it relates to the issues of life and marriage, some say.

Crackdown On Catalytic Converter Theft Gets OK In Riverside County

The county will impose local regulations and penalties where none currently exist.

CA GOP Proposes Update On Marriage, Right To Life; Hard 'No' In RivCo

The state's GOP platform is being "drastically transformed," especially as it relates to the issues of life and marriage, locals say.

Catalytic Converter Thefts In Unincorporated RivCo: New Rules Proposed

The county is seeking to impose local regulations and penalties where none exist at the state level.

Local Emergency Proclaimed In RivCo Due To Tropical Storm Hilary

The emergency proclamation could help make the county eligible for potential federal and state assistance.

$12M In ARPA Funding Targeted For French Valley Kids, Families

The American Rescue Plan Act money will be used to develop a childcare facility and discovery space at the French Valley Library.

'Victims' Bill of Rights' Bolstered In California

Sen. Kelly Seyarto, R-Murrieta, authored and introduced SB 86, which builds on Marsy's Law, also known as the "Victims' Bill of Rights."

Murrieta Nonprofits Can Apply For RivCo Grants: What To Know

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has allotted over $14.5 million for nonprofits with a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) tax-exempt status.

ACLU Files Suit Against Riverside County

ACLU attorney Eva Bitran said Riverside County was "alone" in not responding to requests for documents under the state's Public Records Act.

119 RivCo Property Owners To Be Charged With Fire Mitigation Costs

Tax liens will be imposed on 119 properties in Riverside County amounting to $71,856 owed under the county's Fire Hazard Reduction Program.

Inmate Students At CA Prisons Can Now Receive Federal Financial Aid

Inmates pursuing a four-year college degree can now apply for federal Pell Grants that offer up to $7,395 per award year.

Top 5 Salaries In Murrieta: RivCo's Highest Paid Officials In 2022

Murrieta's city government employs 514 people who earned over $49,381,325 in total wages for 2022.

RivCo's $8.61B Budget Includes More Than $1B For Law Enforcement

The budget is roughly 15% larger than the current year's budget of $7.45 billion.

$8.61 Billion Budget For Riverside County Set For Approval

The county's proposed budget is roughly 15% larger than the current year's budget of $7.45 billion.

Murrieta Hot Springs Road Getting $3M For Widening

During its June 14 meeting, the RCTC OK'd the funds for widening of Murrieta Hot Springs Road, between Margarita and Winchester roads.

Murrieta Mayor To Deliver 'State Of The City' Address On Thursday

The 32nd Annual Murrieta State of the City​ begins at 7 p.m. at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort Conference Center​.

Gov. Newsom Pushes Constitutional Amendment To Tighten Gun Access

Newsom has denied any interest in a presidential run and is supporting President Joe Biden's reelection bid.

RivCo's Finances Are Stable, But CEO Warns Of Challenges Ahead

The pace of growth is slowing down significantly, while costs continue to rise, county CEO Jeff Van Wagenen said.

New Projects Planned In Murrieta Over Next 5 Years: See The List

This week, the Murrieta Planning Commission will review new Capital Improvement Projects proposed for the city.