Murrieta Opens Alderwood Park Pickleball Courts To Fanfare, Fun

Play ball! Pickleball, that is. Thursday's ribbon-cutting was full of fun, as the City Council officially opened this three-court expansion

Watch 'Grate Duckling Rescue' By Flock Of Murrieta Firefighters

In a video that went viral, watch 8 baby ducks being returned to their mother this week, thanks to these firefighters. Here's what happened.

Traffic Signal Outage Snarling Traffic At Winchester, Murrieta Hot Springs Roads

Drivers, be advised, signals were not working at this Murrieta intersection.

I-215 Southbound Traffic Halted Into Murrieta Following Multiple Crashes

Several crashes on the I-215 southbound into Murrieta led to stalled freeway traffic Thursday morning.

4 Months After Menifee Man Dies, Police Are Now Searching For A Hit-And-Run Driver

Douglas Andrews, 59, was found dead inside a home. Police think he was struck earlier by a hit-and-run driver.

Rate Increases Proposed For Trash Services In Riverside County

Burrtec Waste, CR&R Inc., Desert Valley Disposal Inc. and Waste Management Inc. are the haulers proposing new rate plans.

Several Riverside County Open-Space Areas Closing Due To Wildfire Risk

The closures to take effect beginning Friday, May 1, and are expected through November.

9 Murrieta Valley USD 2026 Grads Get High Honors In Riverside County

They were recognized for their extraordinary accomplishments during their 13 years as students in Riverside County’s public schools.

Kidnapping, Murder Case Leads To 40-Year Prison Sentence For Hemet Man

Derrick Anthony Edgerson, 50, was sentenced Monday.

DUI Checkpoint In Murrieta Friday Night: What To Know

Murrieta Police are holding a DUI checkpoint in a problematic area. Here's what to know.

Prescription Drug Take-back Day Saturday Near Murrieta: Where To Go

It's time to dispose of those unwanted and expired prescriptions and sharps/needles properly. Here's what you need to know.

Join The Adopt-A-Street In Murrieta For Earth Day And Every Day

Whether you are a business, an individual family, or a service club and organization. Anyone can apply for the Love You Streets program.

Murrieta's Memorial Day Observance Ceremony Planned

A special event is coming to the City of Murrieta, from the Memorial Day Ceremony to the city's Birthday Bash.

Vista Murrieta Winter Guard, Percussion Bring Home Major Competitive Awards

"More than the medals, we are MOST proud of how you have grown, what you have learned about yourselves and others, and who you have become."

DUI Checkpoint Planned In Murrieta This Weekend: What To Know

Murrieta Police will hold a DUI checkpoint this weekend. Here's what to know.

Murrieta Fire & Rescue Donated Equipment Helps Save A Life

A woman in Playa Hermosa was saved thanks to donated fire equipment.

RivCo High School Student Transported To Hospital For Unknown Illness

Two students suffered an unconfirmed illness at a Riverside County High School early Wednesday.

Menifee 8th Grader Balances Top Grades, Sports And Service

From a brand partner: Hollie maintains a 4.0 GPA, plays volleyball and is an active ASB member and role model to younger students.

French Valley 5th Grader Stands Out For Academic Excellence And Kindness

From a brand partner: Michelle is known for her strong work ethic, curiosity and kindness, standing out in and out of the classroom.

Menifee Cop Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Women Is Ordered To Stand Trial

Juan Jose Pesina Jr., 33, of Murrieta, was arrested last August. On Friday, a judge found there was sufficient evidence for a trial.

Skit Involving Fake Guns Draws Concern, Police Response In Murrieta

Thompson Middle School was placed on lockdown after initial reports of a man with a gun.

Perris Man 'Found With Tens Of Thousands Of Fentanyl Pills' Charged With Possession

The man suspected of being a felon in possession of ammunition and possessing over four kg of fentanyl was being held on $150,000 bail.

Over 10.5K New Diapers Collected In Annual Southwest Riverside County Radio Station Drive

Donations from the community were distributed to local organizations in Lake Elsinore and Temecula that serve mothers and families in need.

Unemployment Down Across Inland Empire, See Which Job Areas Are On A Growth Trend

See which area had the highest and lowest unemployment rates within Riverside and San Bernardino counties in February.

Riverside County Honors Mariana Robles As District One Volunteer Of The Year

The retired educator and longtime CASA volunteer has long supported foster youth, helped reunite families and advocated for kids in need.

Defective Traffic Signal Slows Morning Commute In Southwest RivCo

Traffic signals malfunctioned Thursday morning near Winchester Road.

79th Annual Murrieta Firefighters BBQ This Weekend: What To Know When You Go

Head to Town Square Park this Saturday for the 79th Annual Firefighters' BBQ in Murrieta.

Gas Leak At Menifee Coffee Shop Leads To Road Closures

SoCal Gas workers are at the scene making repairs. Here is where to avoid on Wednesday.

Man Stabbed To Death In Hemet Home Burglary

No suspects were identified.

Murrieta Probation Office Staying Put, County Signs Off On New Lease

The Murrieta Probation Office at 30123 Technology Drive serves adults and juveniles.

Police, Lights, Sirens, Descend On SWR Area High School This Week For The 'Every 15 Minutes' Program

A large police presence and a helicopter will descend on this Murrieta high school on Thursday as the Every 15 Minutes program plays out.

Suspect Shot By RivCo Sheriff Deputies Was Having A Mental Health Crisis'

A suspect believed to be having a "mental health episode" and brandished a handgun at deputies was shot and remains in critical condition.

Murrieta Man Who Slashed Neighbor With Sword Enters Guilty Plea

Michael John Keen, 42, admitted the felony counts under a pretrial agreement with the Riverside County District Attorney's Office.

20 Apartments Affected By Fire In Murrieta, Several Residents Displaced

The American Red Cross was called to assist residents living in the complex.

Murrieta's Pickleball Court Expansion Opening Date Announced

Ready to get back to playing pickleball in Murrieta? Here's what to know and when to go.

Major Delay To Impact 215 Freeway-Keller Road Interchange Construction In Murrieta

The city says the project is part of plans to make the area "the future bio-medical, educational and technological center of the region."

Inflation Rising In Riverside County, Inland Empire As Residents Feel A Pinch In Their Pocketbooks

From gasoline to theme parks, prices across the Inland Empire and SoCal are going up: U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics Report.

Body Found In Menifee Park ID'd As Local Man

Children walking through a Menifee park discovered the body of a 48-year-old man, according to reports from the scene.

Drivers Being Monitored On I-15 Through Murrieta, Temecula

The county is collecting data to analyze I-15 traffic conditions in the area.

Coroner IDs Woman Killed In I-215 Double Motorcycle Crash Early Easter

A 61-year-old San Diego woman riding a Can-Am Spyder died in a collision at the southbound I-215 and State Route 74 exit early Sunday.