š± How San Bernardinoās new Airbnb ban could affect your neighborhood
San Bernardino, California Patch AM: a 5 min readMorning San Bernardino! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How San Bernardinoās new Airbnb ban could affect your neighborhood
- Small new wildfire sparks in San Bernardino Countyās private land
- How a fake bear in our mountains helped stage luxury-car damage
Also on today's calendar: Scholastic Book Fair 2026 | Children's Book Signing Event and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a polar bear in the jungle ? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 54 degrees.
- Friday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
- Saturday: A shower possible, with a high of 65 and low of 50 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. San Bernardino Bans Airbnb, Vrbo Rentals After 5 Documented Complaints in Contentious 4-3 Vote (iecn.com) ā San Bernardino has voted 4ā3 to ban all shortāterm rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo citywide, after months of debate over nuisance party houses and enforcement limits. The decision affects about 108 existing rentals and will rely on thirdāparty monitoring, citations, and the cityās 10% transient occupancy tax language to shut down remaining operators. Supporters cited safety and qualityāofālife concerns, while opponents urged stricter regulation instead of prohibition. 
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2. Update: Inca Fire burns one acre in San Bernardino County (sacbee.com) ā A new wildfire called the Inca Fire has burned about one acre of private land in San Bernardino County after starting Wednesday afternoon. Fire officials are still determining the cause and have not yet reported containment, so residents should stay alert for further updates on potential spread or firefighting progress. Ā Ā Ā
3. Bear costume scam involving damaged luxury cars in San Bernardino Mountains earns insurance fraud sentences (usa-today-news.com) ā A strange insurance scam in the nearby San Bernardino Mountains saw three people sentenced after allegedly staging ābear attackā damage to luxury cars using someone in a costume. State investigators say fake videos from the mountains supported nearly $142,000 in bogus claims, and a fourth suspect still faces a court hearing later this year. Ā Ā Ā
4. More than 150 million Americans exposed to dangerous air pollution, American Lung Association report says (upi.com) ā San Bernardino County ranks worst in the nation for ozone pollution and is among 20 U.S. counties failing all three major air-quality measures, according to the American Lung Associationās new report. The study warns that climate change, extreme heat, and wildfire smoke are worsening air quality, with children and people of color facing disproportionate health risks. Ā Ā Ā
5. āGet back to work': Amazon faces fresh scrutiny over workplace safety record (richardhartley.com) ā An Amazon worker at the LGB5 sortation center in San Bernardino alleges he suffered a serious back and shoulder injury on the job, then was pushed onto unpaid leave and fired despite medical restrictions. His lawsuit, and similar cases nationwide, are fueling renewed scrutiny of Amazonās warehouse safety practices and how injured workers are treated. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around San Bernardino
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Upcoming Events in
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banda la consentida
Racho imperial, San Bernardino
2:00 pm
Sunday April 26
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Other local events
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Fresh Produce Distribution: The Olive Branch
Arroyo Valley High School , 555 E Olive Street. , San Bernardino
4:00 pm -
Tzu Chi Free Mobile Food Pantry
San Andreas High School
4:00 pm -
Indian Education Family Night
SBCUSD Professional Development Center , 4030 Georgia Blvd. , San Bernardino
6:00 pm -
Scholastic Book Fair 2026 | Children's Book Signing Event
Garden Works for Kids , 10966 Bryant St , Yucaipa
8:00 am -
Scholastic Book Fair 2026 | Children's Book Signing Event
Garden Works for Kids , 10966 Bryant St , Yucaipa
8:00 am -
First Annual Prayer Breakfast
The Venue Inland Empire , 21478 Harvill Ave , Perris
10:00 am
Friday April 24
Sunday April 26
Thursday April 30
Saturday May 2
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š Events Nearby
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Family Paint Event
Baker Family Learning Center , 2818 N Macy St , Muscoy
4:00 pm -
Little Artists
Baker Family Learning Center , 2818 N Macy St , Muscoy
1:30 pm -
Discover Art
Baker Family Learning Center , 2818 N Macy St , Muscoy
4:00 pm -
Craft Corner
Baker Family Learning Center , 2818 N Macy St , Muscoy
1:30 pm -
Sci-Fi Fest
Baker Family Learning Center , 2818 N Macy St , Muscoy
2:00 pm
Thursday April 23
Monday April 27
Thursday April 30
Saturday May 2
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Panda is In need of foster care or adoption - his owner is moving.
Gentle, well mannered, calm, neutered, current on vaccines. He's a 4 year old boxer mix with short legs. Posted for adoption (as a courtesy) onā¦ (Nextdoor Mayfield Point) - Found dog!
Hes a small tri fury male Chihuahua, looks very skinny. On 6th st in San Bernardino between tippicannoe and del Rosa. Pls someone come get him. Iā¦ (Nextdoor Curtis)
- Home Chef posted a job opening for Executive Chef, Production in San Bernardino. Apply here.
- San Bernardino City Unified posted a job opening for School Psychologist - Intern (Unpaid) in San Bernardino. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Bernardino here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: LOST (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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