Palm Desert, CA|News|
Fire Destroys 2 Homes In Desert Hot Springs
The American Red Cross was called to assist residents who were displaced by the fire.
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|
Temecula Residents Demand Review Of Pesticide, Herbicide Use At City Parks And Public Spaces
City Council plans to form a subcommittee to evaluate the chemical applications and possible safer alternatives.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Veterinary Team Expresses Concern About World-Famous Big Bear Bald Eagle
"Today's bloodwork brought some difficult news," the Ojai Raptor Center shared Monday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Convict Tied To 2020 Cold-Case Killing In Riverside County: RSO
The investigation into the death stems back to Sept. 2, 2020, when deputies responded to reports of a man down along state Route 74.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Death Penalty On The Table For Irvine Man After Kidnapping Victim Fatally Shot In Front Of Deputies
San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus said Monday that the slaying was a "calculated act of violence."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Death Penalty On The Table After Kidnapping Victim Fatally Shot In Front Of IE Deputies
San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus said Monday that the slaying was a "calculated act of violence."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
As Local Firefighters Deploy, US Fire Activity Surpasses Historical Averages
So far this year, 45,835 fires have burned more than 5.2 million acres across the country, nearly all of the most dangerous are in the West.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
3 Dead After Wrong-Way Driver Enters 10 Freeway In Desert
The coroner has identified those killed as two Riverside County men and a Phoenix, Arizona, woman.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lanes Cleared On 91 Freeway Following Fatal Incident
The deadly incident came after a motorist crashed into the center divider of the freeway.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Longtime Temecula City Manager Aaron Adams Announces Retirement
He started as a city intern in 1995, worked briefly in San Clemente, then returned to Temecula City Hall in 1996 — where he has remained.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
New Lanes Open On 15 Freeway To Help Ease Traffic Through Temecula
One opened Tuesday; more are scheduled to open this week.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Inhumane Slaughter Investigation Underway In Riverside County
Shahnawaz Ranch follows halal, a type of ritual slaughter observed by Muslims.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Dies Following Homeland Crash
The collision was reported at 4:22 p.m. Monday in the 31500 block of McWade Ave., near Ritter Avenue.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Charges Pending Against Man Suspected Of Killing Murrieta Dad While DUI In Temecula
The victim was walking within a Rancho California Road intersection at the time he was hit by the suspect.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Suspicious Death Investigation Underway After 70-Year-Old Man's Body Found In Desert
The grim discovery was made July 26 during urgent search efforts for Daniel “Dan” Michael Mulcahey.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Extra DUI Patrols Scheduled This Weekend In Coachella Valley
First-time DUI offenders face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, along with a driver's license suspension, authorities said.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Small Earthquakes Rattle San Gorgonio Pass Area
There were no reports of damage or injuries.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
3 People Injured In Coachella Crash
The crash was reported at Van Buren Street and Avenue 53, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Arrest Made After Kaiser Permanente Employee Killed In Riverside Crosswalk
A parolee was allegedly fleeing police when he struck and killed 42-year-old Peter Mullis.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
After 22 Years, Arrest Made In Coachella Valley Teen's Killing
Eddie Zazueta Jr., 40, was taken into custody on suspicion of murder in the slaying of 17-year-old Daniel Medina in July 2004.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
