New Third District Supervisor Ramos Announces Approval of Three Staff Hires

James Ramos, who won election to represent the Third District in November, was sworn into office on Dec. 3.

NRA Takes Down Facebook Page

The NRA Twitter feed has a thank-you note Tweeted Dec. 13 to Facebook friends promoting its milestone of 1.7 million "likes," but there was no mention of the group's Facebook page in updates.

Feinstein: Bills to Ban Assault Weapons Will Be a Priority in Senate and House

The California senator says on 'Meet the Press' bills will be introduced the first day Congress returns.

Food, Gifts, Crafts, Heros at Redlands PD 15th Annual Christmas Block Party

Organizers handed out boxes of food and gifts for the needy, while folklorico dancers, musicians and volunteers in super hero costume entertained throngs inside and outside the Redlands Community Center on Lugonia Avenue.

SNOW-GUESSING CONTEST: Ten Win Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Tickets

As of 1 p.m. Thursday there were three to four inches of snow at the mountain station, which stands at more than 8,000 feet elevation.

Bella, Marvin, Rocketeer, Logan: Stars of the Week at Redlands Animal Shelter

For more information about adoptions at Redlands Animal Shelter, call (909) 798-7644 or visit www.ci.redlands.ca.us/police/animal_control.htm#adopt.

Colorado River Water Shortage for Western States Foreseen in U.S. Study

The three-year study was conducted by the Bureau of Reclamation and released Wednesday.

15th Annual Christmas Block Party is Saturday at Redlands Community Center

The event is scheduled 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 15 at 111 W. Lugonia Ave. in Redlands.

Redlands Fire Capt. Richard Sessler Named Firefighter of the Year for 2012

Sessler's professional experience includes seasonal firefighting in the San Bernardino National Forest Mountain Top District and work with the Del Rosa Hotshots, an elite team of wildland firefighters based just north San Bernardino.

New Redlands Police, Fire Department Badges Pay Tribute to City's 125th Year

The new badges were paid for by police and fire personnel at no cost to the city, a Redlands spokesman said.

'Pearl Harbor Day' Remembered in California

Gov. Jerry Brown orders flags lowered at half-staff for 'a date which will live in infamy.'

Supreme Court to Review Prop. 8

The highest court will examine the constitutionality of the gay marriage law.

EPA Announces $50M Settlements for Rialto Superfund Site Contamination

The Superfund site has been used to store, test and manufacture fireworks, munitions, rocket motors, and pyrotechnics, and it was added to the EPA's National Priorities List in September 2009, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

Quasquicentennial: Redlands Touts Seating of City Council for 125th Year

The city's 125th Anniversary celebration kicked off Saturday Dec. 1 with the Redlands Christmas Parade.

Brookside Ave Pipeline Project Delayed, Tentative Start Date is Now January 2

The city delayed the project because some residents were concerned about the work being done over the holidays, a city spokesman said.

Volunteers Needed: Bald Eagle Counts at Mountain Reservoirs Near Redlands

Each year, migrating eagles begin arriving in Southern California in late November and leave in late March or early April, a Forest Service biologist said.

Eastbound Brookside Closure for Water Pipeline Replacement Work in Redlands

The City Council awarded the contract for construction of the Brookside Avenue Pipeline Replacement Project to Christiansen Pipeline, Inc., on Oct. 2, a city spokesman said.

Again, No Action From Supreme Court on Same-Sex Marriage

The 10 cases, including California's Prop. 8, were held over for a closed-door conference on Friday.

Todd & Barbi Warming Up Redlands for Christmas Parade, Weather Permitting

If the rain holds off, the Redlands Christmas Parade will start at 6 p.m. with more than 120 entries, including floats, bands, classic cars and others, according to the City of Redlands.

Supreme Court Delays Decision on Gay Marriage

The U.S. Supreme Court may consider the 10 same-sex marriage cases Monday, national media is reporting.

Decision on Redlands Christmas Parade Will be Announced at 2 p.m. Saturday

Light showers may continue Saturday and through the weekend until Monday, according to the National Weather Service.

LLU Health Office of Advancement Staff Assemble Bicycles for Nine IE Children

A member of the IE Biking Alliance inspected the bikes and made necessary adjustments before LLU Health Office staff gave them to the children, to make sure they were safe, a Health Office staff member said.

Redlands Blvd. Post Office to Offer Sunday Openings for Holidays

The local post office is one of a handful to offer the extended hours in San Bernardino County, according to the United States Postal Service.

How to Get Tickets to the Inauguration

Constituents should act quickly to request tickets from their Congressman or Senator for President Obama's Jan. 21 inauguration.

Contestants Sought for Redlands 15th Annual Children's Christmas Block Party

Ages 4 to 18 are invited to compete. The event is scheduled 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Dec. 15 at Redlands Community Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave.

License Plate Money for Kids Mismanaged, State Says

About 40 percent of the funds went to administrative costs, in violation of California law.

Road Work in Downtown Redlands

According to a city spokesman, San Bernardino Associated Governments and the railroad were making repairs to the rail line where it intersects Orange Street.

First Phase of Redlands Conversion to LED Lighting is Under Way Downtown

The $211,000 Phase I conversion project is partially paid by more than $61,000 in Southern California Edison rebates, including $11,000 for LED rebates, according to a city spokesman.

Ontario, Upland Men Among 4 Charged With Providing Support to Terrorism

If convicted, the defendants face a statutory maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison, according to the FBI.

After Black Friday, Small Business Saturday This Weekend in Redlands

The City of Redlands and American Express are promoting the Nov. 24 event in communities across Southern California.

Library Director, Historian To Call it Quits at Year's End

Longtime A.K. Smiley Library Director Larry Burgess made the announcement Sunday.

San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat Named to Group's Top Ten Endangered Species

The rodent remains in three watershed areas: the Santa Ana Wash near Redlands, the San Jacinto River near Hemet, and the Lytle Creek and Cajon Creek confluence area near Rialto, according to the Endangered Habitats League.

'Shouldn't the County Postpone Hearing to Ensure the Public's Voice is Heard?'

Citizens for the Preservation of Rural Living claim the county Board of Supervisors is attempting to 'suppress public participation' by scheduling a hearing about the tower five days after Thanksgiving.

County Staff Will Not Recommend Rescheduling Radio Tower Hearing

Citizens for the Preservation of Rural Living claim the county Board of Supervisors is attempting to 'suppress public participation' by scheduling a hearing about the tower five days after Thanksgiving.

Yucaipa Citizens Group Accuses County of 'Suppressing Public Participation'

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a hearing for Lazer Broadcasting's radio tower application on Nov. 27, five days after Thanksgiving, according to Citizens for the Preservation of Rural Living.

COLUMN: Get a Flu Shot - Not the Flu

The following was submitted by David Sayen, Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada.

SHOP SMALL: 15 Redlands Businesses Taking Part in Small Business Saturday

The Nov. 24 event is being touted by the City of Redlands and American Express.

Poll: Will Congress Get Its Act Together and Avoid the ‘Fiscal Cliff’?

Lawmakers have Dec. 31 deadline to prevent start of automatic tax hikes and budget cuts.

Redlands Area Democratic Club Announces Monthly Meeting, Speaker

The meeting will take place Nov. 17 and feature speaker Gloria Macias Harrison.

Nestande Defeats Orozco in Assembly Race to Represent Yucaipa, Calimesa

Nestande has represented the 64th Assembly District and he ran for re-election in the redrawn 42nd.