Sheriff Chad Bianco's Possible Run For CA Governor: 'Kind Of A Maybe'

"A number of elected officials and leaders" have allegedly approached the Riverside County lawman about jumping into the 2026 race.

Traffic In Southwest Riverside County: Plan Approved To Fix It

The RCTC "Traffic Relief Plan"​ was approved this week. It calls for more than $30 billion in transportation improvements countywide.

Decaf Coffee Production Raises Health Concern In Inland Empire, Nation

The EPA has prohibited the use of methylene chloride in paint and paint strippers, but the chemical is still used to decaffeinate coffee.

Mercy Air Contract Approved In Riverside County

The new Air Ambulance Agreement is retroactive to Feb. 1 and will expire on Jan. 31, 2029.

Supervisor Chuck Washington Holds Early Lead Over Jonathan Ingram

In early returns, Washington was fending off former Murrieta Mayor Ingram and former Cudahy Mayor Jack M. Guerrero.

Real-Time Results: Temecula Primary Election 2024

Polls closed at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Patch is following ballot counting in real time.

Unfunded Pension Liabilities Spike In Riverside County

A 2024 report showed the county's retirement apparatus is now 75.3% funded. It should be at least 80% funded.

Temecula Valley Wine Country Touted In Washington DC

Congress is being made aware of the "resilience, achievement and prosperity of the Southern California wine industry."

Temecula City Manager Annual Base Pay Slated To Increase To $348,951

During the Feb. 27 City Council meeting, Aaron Adams' employment contract is expected to be updated to include a cost of living increase.

CA GOP Lawmakers Voice Support For IVF Amid 2024 Election Fervor

Republicans are walking a tightrope between staunch pro-life supporters and Americans who support fertility treatments.

Temecula Ballot Drop-Off Spots Now Open For Presidential Primary, 2024

Find your nearest ballot drop-off box, hours of collection, and voting locations in and around Temecula.

Temecula March 2024 Voter Guide: What's On The Ballot, Voting & More

Election day is March 5 but early voting has been underway since Feb. 24.

Community Colleges Could Offer 4-Year Nursing Degree Under New CA Bill

The legislation would authorize the state's Chancellor of the Community Colleges to select up to 15 districts to offer degrees.

$15M Consulting Deal Sought By Sheriff's Dept. OK'd In RivCo

The contract will commence immediately.

Alcohol, Noise, Safety In Old Town Temecula: 2nd Workshop Set

The city is interested in hearing from businesses and residents during the Feb. 1 workshop.

Residents In 8 RivCo Zip Codes Eligible For Earthquake Retrofit Grants

Until Feb. 21, qualifying residents can apply for the "Earthquake Brace & Bolt" grants.

CA Holds Billions In Unclaimed Money: Are You Owed A Bundle?

To date, the California State Controller's Office holds $12B for the taxpayers until claimed. Here's how to find out how much you are owed.

Darrell Issa Goes Full-Throttle Donald Trump In 2024

The Republican congressman who represents a Southwest Riverside County swath and much of San Diego County didn't mince words this week.

Temecula Voters To Decide Who Will Fill Vacant City Council Seat

Councilmember Curtis Brown resigned his District 1 post due to his service on Maui following the deadly Lahaina fire.

Pro Football Trivia Night Coming To Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library

See the latest announcement from the City of Temecula.

Temecula City Council To Decide Fate Of Vacant District 1 Seat

During the Jan. 9 Temecula City Council meeting, councilmembers will decide whether to temporarily appoint a replacement for Curtis Brown.

Temecula Mayor, New Mayor Pro-Tem Announced For 2024

Temecula Council Member James "Stew" Stewart was unanimously selected Mayor of Temecula, taking the gavel on Jan. 1, 2024.

Temecula City Councilmember Curtis Brown Resigns Amid Service On Maui

Brown was deployed to the island on Aug. 10 following a disaster declaration due to the deadly Lahaina fire that decimated the town.

Firefighter-Paramedic Vacancies Must Be Filled In RivCo: Supes

"Fire engines without paramedics can only provide basic life support, an unacceptable degradation of our first response system."

US Air Force Pilot From RivCo Killed In Aircraft 'Mishap' Near Japan

Eight airmen were on the aircraft that crashed last week off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan, the DOD reported. All were killed.

Planned Parenthood Sues Inland Empire City Over CA's Prop. 1

Planned Parenthood of Orange & San Bernardino Counties claims the city is violating a state law that guarantees access to reproductive care.

Temecula Valley, Idyllwild Short-Term Rental Ordinance Amended

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

Mason Jar Snowman Craft At Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library

Kids grades 7-12 can get creative as they make `their own light-up snowman using a Mason jar and various accessories.

Aaron Hake Tapped To Lead Riverside County Transportation Commission

The RCTC has about 80 people on staff and an annual budget of $1 billion.

Temecula Valley, Idyllwild Short-Term Rental Permits Still On Pause

A moratorium on the issuance of short-term rental permits in those areas was first implemented in September 2022.

Temecula Valley Museum Opens New Exhibit: Rug Hooking For The Holidays

The exhibit includes handmade rugs, wall hangings and objects featuring each artist’s vision of the holidays.

Temecula Honors National Native American History Month

See the latest announcement from the City of Temecula.

Temecula Announces New Business Incubator Tenants

“We are thrilled to welcome these dynamic new tenants to the TVE2, where innovation knows no bounds” says Mary Cervantes, TVE2 Manager.

New Bill Will Allow California Pet Owners To Utilize Telehealth For Veterinary Services

Many have resorted to relinquishing care of their animals to shelters, which have in turn become overcrowded.

Meta, Formerly Facebook, Sued By CA, 32 Others, Over Harm To Kids

Meta, which owns Instagram and Facebook, "has been harming our children and teens, cultivating addiction to boost corporate profits."

KTLA5, FOX11 Reporter Announces Run For Dianne Feinstein's Seat

Christina Pascucci, a Democrat, announced her candidacy this week.

Drunkenness, Alcohol Policy Under Scrutiny In Old Town Temecula

A public workshop was held by the city and more discussion is expected.

An Emergency Alert Test Will Sound Today On All U.S. Cellphones, TVs And Radios. Here's What To Expect.

A nationwide test of the federal emergency alert system will be broadcast on the West Coast it will be at 11:20 a.m. Pacific Time.

Amid Concerns With RivCo Registrar, Election Services Contract Gets OK

The registrar's office has been plagued with difficulties going back well over a decade.

RivCo Supes Plan 2024 Meeting Schedule

The county's Board of Supervisors proposed no board meetings on 23 Tuesdays in 2024, the day of the week when board sessions are expected.