Beloved Assistant City Manager Kevin Hawkins Honored At Retirement Party, Council Meeting

"He's fiercely protective, other-centered, reliable, and incredibly loyal," said City Manager Aaron Adams during the council meeting.

Emails Show How 2 Fringe Groups And A Friendly Judge Helped Pull Off Sheriff Chad Bianco's Ballot Seizure

Emails obtained by CalMatters trace the development of a years-long case that led to Bianco’s unprecedented seizure of 650,000 ballots.

Hundreds Of Properties Being Auctioned Off This Week In Riverside County

The online sale begins April 23 and concludes April 28.

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Tied For 3rd Place In Governor's Race: Latest Poll

The poll shows Tom Steyer (D) and Steve Hilton (R) advancing to November's general election, with all other candidates trailing well behind.

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Fails To Get Key Endorsement From CA GOP

Bianco shrugged off the CA GOP Party's non endorsement. Days earlier, he also dismissed President Donald Trump's support for Steve Hilton.

Temecula Lands April Fool's Joke About Infamous Intersection, Hundreds Respond

An April 1 Facebook update from the city touting the construction of a massive roundabout at Winchester and Ynez roads was all laughs.

No Kings Protests Planned In RivCo On Saturday

Organizers said the March 28 No Kings protest could become one of the largest one-day protests in U.S. history.

See Hundreds Of Properties Up For Auction In Riverside County

The county Treasurer-Tax Collector is partnering with Bid4Assets.com to conduct the internet-based auction of 826 tax-defaulted properties.

Kevin Hawkins, Temecula Asst. City Manager, Announces Retirement, Successor Named

Longtime public servant Kevin Hawkins will retire May 1 after a 35-year career.

164 New Homes Poised For Construction On Prominent Vacant Lot In Temecula

The Temecula Planning Commission will review plans for the proposed project located across the street from Big Horse Feed.

RivCo Spending Priorities Under Discussion: Online Survey Open Until Friday

Survey results will be incorporated into the budget drafting process that starts in May and culminates in hearings the following month.

Temecula's Aaron Adams Wins 'City Manager Of The Year Award' For 2026

"I share this award with the Temecula City Council and the amazing, dedicated team of staff at the City of Temecula," Adams said.

Funding Sought For CA State Parks Library Pass Program To Keep Parks Accessible To All

Through 2026 you can check out a CA State Parks library pass and visit 200 parks for free, but that could change if a new bill doesn't pass.

Thunder Sounds, Explosions, Coming From Camp Pendleton

Residents unfamiliar with the noise sometimes mistake it for thunder or sonic booms.

'My Life Is A Living Hell': Complaints Continue About Short-Term Rentals In Riverside County

"How is it that we've gone through all these hearings and meetings, and we've arrived at the same place we were four years ago?"

Short-Term Rental Ordinance In Riverside County Slated For Changes

Short-term rentals are defined as residential dwellings leased for a maximum of 30 days and a minimum of two days and one night.

Murrieta, Temecula Are Reinforcing Bans On Kratom, 7-OH

The FDA estimates that 1.7 million Americans aged 12 and older used kratom in 2021, the most recent year for which figures are available.

Councilwoman Jessica Alexander Named Next Mayor Of Temecula

Councilmember Jessica Alexander was voted as Temecula's next mayor for 2026, and councilmember Matt Rahn was named Mayor Pro Tempore.

Skate Park In Temecula Getting Multi-Million-Dollar Rehab

The city is investing in a complete refurbishment of the skate facility at Ronald Reagan Sports Park.

Despite Public Calls For Change, TVUSD Reelects Komrosky As Board President; Clerk Vote Stalls

Students and parents urged trustees to install Steven Schwartz as board president, citing public turmoil and costly litigation.

Famed RivCo Ex-UFC Fighter Endorses Bianco For CA Governor: 'He's Got A Lot Of Great Ideas'

Dan Henderson, a Temecula native and Olympic wrestler, says he admires the way Bianco handled the COVID pandemic in Riverside County.

Taxman Is Knocking Across Riverside County

The first installment of property taxes becomes delinquent if not paid by Dec. 10, 2025.

'This Is The Only Way, To Fight Fire With Fire': Reactions To Prop. 50 Passage In CA

California Attorney General Rob Bonta warned that it is "naive" to assume President Trump will accept the results of the Nov. 4 election.

Poll Before Election Day: See How Prop 50 Is Faring

Supporters see the Yes on 50 campaign as a rebuke of President Donald Trump's efforts to pressure GOP-controlled states to gerrymander.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Temecula

As of Oct. 20, 1,432,442 ​were registered to vote in Riverside County.

Feds To Monitor RivCo Polling Sites Ahead Of Nov. 4 Election

The U.S. Department of Justice has determined six voting jurisdictions will be monitored ahead of the general election.

Monday, Oct. 20, Is Last Day To Register To Vote In Upcoming Statewide Special Election

Proposition 50 is on the ballot.

Idyllwild Fire Protection District Gets Cash Advance From Riverside County

The $400,000 loan will cover personnel and other expenses.

Prop. 50 Looms Large In CA, Riverside County Aims For Transparency

The County of Riverside Registrar of Voters is committed to transparency in local ballot counting.

RivCo Supes Call For Compliance When It Comes To Drones In Tuesday Vote

The Executive Office is seeking the board's approval of a new policy, A-76, which establishes the need for agencies to craft guidelines for

Temecula City Council Majority Votes To Oppose Prop. 50

Temecula City Councilwoman and Mayor Pro Tem Jessica Alexander brought the redistricting item to the council at the recent council meeting.

Applicants Sought For 5 Seats On City Of Temecula Planning Commission, 2 On OTLAC

The recruitment period for the seven positions is September 17, 2025 – October 17, 2025.

Low-Income Housing Coming To Old Town Temecula

An application to build the homes is on behalf of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley.

911 Callers In Riverside County Should Expect Change Starting Sept. 17

The change impacts people who call 911 for non-life-threatening emergencies.

Temecula Fire Station Getting $2 Million Renovation

The project is expected to take 12 months to complete.

City Of Temecula Breaks Ground On $39M Floodwater Expansion Project

Golden shovels marked the ceremonial beginning of the next phase, 2B, of the project.

Temecula School Board Member Calls Conclusion Of Probe That She Wasn't Harassed 'Botched': Report

Jen Wiersma maintains that colleague Steven Schwartz sexually harassed her. A report concluded her complaint wasn't made "in good faith."

Updated Fee Schedule Eyed For New Sex-Oriented Businesses In Riverside County

Massage parlors, strip clubs, motels, sexually oriented bookstores and related businesses in unincorporated communities would be impacted.

Sex-Oriented Businesses Could Cost More To Operate In Riverside County

The possible fee hikes would apply to businesses operating in unincorporated areas.

Temecula To Break Ground On $39M Flood Control And Restoration Project

The project promises to provide flood protection for Temecula, new trails, and a wildlife corridor linking two ecological reserves.