Temecula|News|
Brush Fire Breaks Out West Of Temecula City Limits, Near De Luz
Air power was requested to help battle the blaze.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
- Temecula, CA
Toni McAllister has more than 25 years of journalism experience and has been on editorial staffs with a number of national and local media outlets. She has been published thousands of times and has even authored a few books along the way. In her free time she enjoys running, hiking, tennis, cycling, swimming and spending time with her horses. She is a graduate of Cal State Long Beach with bachelor's degree in journalism. Reach her at toni.mcallister@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Temecula|News|
CA Proposition 42: Bars New Taxes On Personal Property; Could Blow Up Billionaire Tax
If passed by enough votes, Proposition 42 (or, for that matter, Proposition 41) would void the proposed "Billionaire Tax."
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Murrieta, CA|News|
CA Proposition 41: Counter To Billionaire Tax
Propositions 41 and 42 contain "conflict clauses" designed to void Proposition 40, better known as the "Billionaire Tax."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
CA Proposition 40: The Billionaire Tax
The initiative would impose a one-time state tax of up to 5% on residents with assets over $1 billion, excluding certain holdings.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
CA Proposition 3: Makes Progressive Income Tax Rates Permanent
Proposition 3 would make permanent California's progressive income tax brackets, which require the wealthiest residents to pay more.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Southbound 15 Freeway Reopens In Lake Elsinore After Multi-Vehicle Crash
The crash was reported just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Teen Who Kidnapped Couple, Sodomized Victim In Riverside County, Is Killed In Prison 30 Years Later
Mario Ortega, 47, died following the alleged attack Monday at California State Prison, Sacramento.
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Temecula|News|
Temecula's Efforts To Combat Community Homelessness Lead To 'Helen Putnam Award For Excellence'
Temecula helps people move toward stability while treating every individual and family with dignity and respect, Mayor Alexander said.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Wild Animal Scat Being Tracked In Preparation For 2 Planned Wildlife Overcrossings Near Joshua Tree
Researchers have enlisted Rogue Detection Teams, an organization that pairs rescue dogs trained to detect specific wildlife scat.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Palm Desert Looks To Adopt New AI Policy
If enacted, the policy establishes a formal framework for how municipal staff and officials use AI tools.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Driver Dies After Slamming Into Parked Vehicle In Moreno Valley
That crash was reported just after 3 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Heacock Street and Poppystone Drive.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Hotshot Firefighter Killed In RivCo Dirt Bike Crash Mourned By Community
Reese Whitney was a Vista Grande Hotshot based at the U.S. Forest Service's Vista Grande Guard Station near Idyllwild.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
After 2 Deputies From IE Convicted In Corruption Scheme, 'Godfather' Of The Criminal Enterprise Is Sentenced
Adam Iza, 26, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Percy Anderson, who also ordered him to pay more than $23 million in restitution.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Emergency Evacuation Plans For Temecula: Public Comments Sought
Comments on the "City of Temecula Emergency Evacuation Annex" can be submitted to the city through Nov. 13.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Riverside County Job Fair Draws Nearly 2,000 Willing Workers Amid Sluggish Labor Market
The annual event drew a line of eager applicants before doors even opened, and provided a direct pipeline between workers and employers.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
CSUSB Palm Desert Celebrates 40 Years; Campus Has Transformed Lives In Coachella Valley
The campus's origins trace back to local leaders and residents who recognized the need for a four-year university in the region.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Domestic Dispute Turns Violent In Redlands
Police said the incident began when the suspect found his ex-girlfriend and a friend sitting in a vehicle in a parking lot.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Mosquito Spraying Planned This Week In Riverside County Following Positive Test Results For West Nile Virus
The treatment zones cover nearly 300 combined acres.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
1.4 Million Vote-By-Mail Ballots Sent In Riverside County
Voters have several options to return their completed ballots.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Major Hotel Project For Wildomar Runs Into More Delays
The developer needs additional time to obtain financing for the project at 22720 Wildomar Trail, according to city documents.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
