COVID-19 Hospitalizations Set New High In Riverside County

Riverside University Health System reported 585 COVID-19 hospitalizations Monday, including 129 patients in ICU.

RivCo Hospitals Feeling Pressure Of Higher Coronavirus Caseloads

The county has more than 1,000 general and ICU beds available, but that doesn't include emergency capacity.

34 Additional COVID-Infected Patients Admitted To RivCo Hospitals

Those hospitalized countywide with the infection hit 409 Monday, with 96 in ICUs, Riverside County health officials said.

Riverside COVID Infections, Hospitalizations Increase Countywide

The number of COVID-positive hospitalizations was at 375 on Friday, compared to 362 on Thursday.

Wood-Burning Ban Issued Across Most Of Riverside County

The ban does not apply to mountain communities above 3,000 feet elevation, the Coachella Valley or the High Desert.

How The Coronavirus 'Curfew' Impacts Riverside County Residents

The streets won't be car-less after 10 p.m. Instead, the governor's order targets people who refuse to stop gathering amid the pandemic.

Riverside County, State, CDC Urge Against Big Holiday Gatherings

Riverside University Health System - Public Health urges residents to keep holiday gatherings "smaller, shorter, and safer."

Coronavirus Restrictions For Riverside County: Latest Update

Forty-one counties now join Riverside in the state's purple tier. Here's the latest on the state restrictions.

Air Pollution Prompts Wood-Burning Ban In Riverside County

The mandatory wood-burning ban is in effect from 12:01 a.m. through 11:59 p.m. Saturday.

Coronavirus Update For Riverside County: The Latest Numbers

Coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continue rising in the county.

Coronavirus Testing Jumps In Riverside County

"A lot of outreach and work was done to increase testing, and that has been successful."

Coronavirus Update For Riverside County: Uptick Continues

Twenty-nine new hospitalizations were reported over the weekend.

Coronavirus In Riverside County: Updated Data

Testing for the virus has increased, and more cases are being detected.

Red Tier Return Relies On Coronavirus Testing: RivCo Officials

"We have been through this situation before, and we have the tools to get back into the red tier," county Supervisor Manuel Perez said.

Fitness Industry Shutdown Punishes RivCo's Less Affluent

For people with resources and larger living spaces, home gyms are practical — not so for apartment dwellers on tight budgets.

Coronavirus Update For Riverside County: Numbers, News

Cases, hospitalizations and deaths continue trending upward.

Riverside County Stays In 'Red Tier' Despite Coronavirus Uptick

The state is working with Riverside County on its coronavirus data.

Complexity Of Public School Reopenings Amid Coronavirus: RivCo

Riverside County schools were given a green light to fully reopen on Tuesday. Will they — can they?

COVID-19 Testing Urged To Prevent State-Mandated Shutdowns: RivCo

“The testing tells us where the virus is spreading, and it also helps us continue our movement forward.”​

COVID-19 Cases Near 60K As RivCo Revisits Reopening Plan

The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday will reconsider a proposal to replace the state's tiered system with a county-designed accelerated plan.

Coronavirus Update For Riverside County: Numbers, News

RUHS officials said the number of deaths tied to COVID-19 stands at 1,226, up from 1,216 on Tuesday.

Everyone Should Get A Flu Shot: Riverside County Health Officials

Officials are urging widespread vaccination in an effort to minimize emergency room visits and hospitalizations amid COVID-19.

Riverside County Coronavirus Update: Numbers, News

The latest on COVID-19 in Riverside County.

State OKs More Reopening Of Riverside County Amid Coronavirus

Several additional industry sectors are allowed to reopen locally under the state’s “Blueprint for a Safer Economy.”

As Riverside County Eyes More Reopening, Supe Has A Plan

Riverside County Supervisor Jeff Hewitt is presenting a plan for reopening amid coronavirus, despite state guidelines.

Aid Continues In Riverside County Amid Coronavirus

Millions of dollars in aid were announced this week for businesses, farmworkers, schools and the transportation sector in Riverside County.

Smoky, Unhealthful Air Persists In Riverside County: No End Date

Smoke and elevated ozone levels have created noxious air across the region, and more is on tap.

Riverside County Meets Criteria For More Reopening: Sept. 22 Eyed

State metrics show the county is poised to reopen more businesses on Sept. 22 if it continues meeting state thresholds.

Latest Coronavirus Stats, Update On Small Biz Funding: RivCo

A new round of funding for Riverside County small businesses impacted by the coronavirus public health orders was announced Monday.

Riverside County Coronavirus Update: Stats, News

The number of COVID-19 infections recorded in Riverside County since the public health documentation period began in early March is 55,073.

Temecula Hosting First-Ever Drive-Thru Health And Wellness Fair

Temecula will host its first Drive-Thru Health and Wellness Fair on September 30.

More Coronavirus Testing Is Key To Reopening, RivCo Officials Say

People who don't show symptoms of the virus may not be inclined to get tested, but they are the ones who could influence reopening.

Coronavirus Update In Riverside County: Local, State Data

As of Wednesday, state data show Riverside County's case rate stands at 8.6 and its positivity rate at ​7.8 percent.

Red Flag Warning Amid Smoky Air In Riverside County

The Red Flag warning comes as Riverside County is experiencing smoke from nearby wildfires, including the El Dorado and Valley fires.

Labor Day Gatherings Worry Riverside County Health Officials

RivCo's coronavirus numbers have improved, but officials are concerned about a potential spike in cases due to Labor Day get-togethers.

Official: 'Ongoing Significant Decrease' In COVID Hospitalization

An official told the Board of Supervisors in Riverside County said that hospitalizations have been on a downward trend.

Riverside County Takes Steps To Address Suicide

Suicides in Riverside County increased 30 percent between 2007 and 2017 while the population grew only 17 percent during the same period.

Riverside Reports First Rare COVID-19 Case Complication In Kids

A child suffering from Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children, or MIS-C, lives in western Riverside County, health officials said.

COVID-Related Hospitalizations, Active Cases Continue To Fall

The number of known active cases in Riverside County is 8,503, a decline of 1,137 since last week.

Pechanga Resort Casino Tightens Face Covering Rules

The move follows a study showing that bandanas, neck gaiters, balaclavas and masks with valves do little to protect against COVID-19.