Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Arrest Made In 25-Year-Old IE Cold Case Of Fatally Shot, Sexually Assaulted Woman
Suzanne Sites-Fenton, 37, had been kidnapped and sexually assaulted before she was found dead, detectives say.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Driver Injured In Vehicle Collision With RivCo Building
It is the second vehicle to crash into a building in the county in the span of 24 hours.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
4 Spring Events Planned For Murrieta
From bike races to family fun and a Memorial Day ceremony, Murrieta will host four community events throughout the spring.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
123 Drivers Cited In Palm Desert Amid Traffic Enforcement Operation
Officers also towed four vehicles during the operation, which fanned out across two nearby cities.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Prosecutor Says RivCo Man Who Fatally Shot Halloween Partygoer Had Intent To Cause Trouble
It took six years for authorities to find the man believed to have fired rounds at a house party in 2019, killing one person.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Approves More Flock Surveillance Cameras Across The City
Amid some public concerns, the city council voted to bring more automated license plate readers in an effort to deter crime.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Beloved Temecula Hot Air Ballon Pilot Injured In Paragliding Accident
A GoFundMe campaign to help Dylan Bradley's family pay for his recovery has raised more than $13,100.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Couple Named Top Pool Host For Their Solar-Heated Tiki Oasis
Swimply operates nationwide, allowing users to book private pools, hot tubs and other backyard amenities by the hour.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Man, 38, Dies In Murrieta Jail
It is Riverside County's second inmate death of 2026, with the first reported on New year's Day.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Man Accused Of Attacking Family With Chainsaw Pleads Not Guilty
The 31-year-old is accused of threatening family members and a deputy with a chainsaw and a knife.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Missing Banning Teen Located After Extensive Search
Family members reported that the 16-year-old returned home.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Man, 38, Dies In RivCo Jail
It is Riverside County's second inmate death of 2026, with the first reported on New year's Day.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
'Civic Gem': RivCo Courthouse Ranks Among Nation's Most Beautiful Public Buildings
From century-old courthouses to majestic libraries, public buildings can hold layers of history, craftsmanship, and architectural beauty
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
How To Honor Dr. Martin Luther King In Temecula This Month
Temecula invites residents to honor MLK Day with a Week of Service Jan. 19–23, featuring cleanups, donations and volunteering.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
La Niña On Her Way Out With Chance Of El Nińo Conditions Developing
After a wetter-than-expected La Niña winter, forecasters say the climate pattern is weakening, with neutral conditions likely in early 2026.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
3 SoCal Lottery Players Become Millionaires In Recent Scratcher Prizes
Five Californians won just $26 million from scratcher tickets. See where the winning tickets were snagged.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
2 NorCal Lottery Players Become Overnight Multi-Millionaires
Five Californians won just $26 million from scratcher tickets. See where the winning tickets were snagged.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
SoCal ICE Protester Blinded By Federal Agent During Rally In OC: Report
A 21-year-old almost died and was permanently blinded after an agent shot him and failed to call paramedics quickly, his family says.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Man Arrested After Facebook Commenter Threatens Machine Gun Violence At Hanukkah Event
Just days after the threat, gunmen opened fire at a Hanukkah event in Australia, killing 15 people.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
Man Arrested After Facebook Commenter Threatens Machine Gun Violence At SoCal Hanukkah Event
Just days after the threat, gunmen opened fire at a Hanukkah event in Australia, killing 15 people.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff