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| July 22, 2026 |
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TOP STORIES
 WASHINGTON - The war with Iran has cost the US some $37.5bn so far, an increase of nearly $8bn since the last estimate in May, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said.
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration is pausing more than $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota over alleged fraud concerns, officials announced Tuesday.
The power of the U.S. passport has steadily slipped over the past two decades, according to a key ranking—going from tied for No. 1 in 2006 to tied for No. 10 today—as three dozen other nations now offer greater global mobility for its citizens.
WASHINGTON - The Trump administration formally laid the groundwork Monday to weigh immigrants' use of programs like Medicaid and CHIP in determining whether they should get permanent residency.
 BIG BEAR LAKE - Jackie, the beloved Big Bear bald eagle, is recovering after she was injured and then rescued over the weekend.
 INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) – Extreme heat warning is in effect beginning at 10 AM Wednesday for the low deserts and 10 AM Thursday for the high desert.
 RIVERSIDE - Data from across Riverside County show a spike in emergency room visits for e-bike related accidents.
 RIVERSIDE – The City of Riverside is once again gaining international recognition as a destination for innovation, investment and economic growth.
 RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A valuable wildfire-fighting resource designed to help helicopters refill in seconds now sits in an unexpected spot.
 SAN BERNARDINO - Mosquitoes collected in the city of San Bernardino have tested positive for West Nile virus.
 NUEVO – Riverside County Transportation Commission officially broke ground on the 8.6-mile Mid County Parkway Ramona Expressway Project on Wednesday.
 SAN BERNARDINO - The San Bernardino County Fire Department has introduced its newest member, a four-legged robot dog.
 RIVERSIDE - Voltu Motor celebrated the start of production and first customer delivery of the Voltu3 heavy-duty electric truck at its global headquarters.
 FONTANA – (INT) - The Fontana Civic Center is undergoing a make-over.
 FONTANA – (INT) – Fontana has emerged one of the top suburban cities in California for construction of single-family homes.
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 HOLLYWOOD - The retelling of classical Greek mythology got the box office back on track, scoring $124.5 million on 3,900 North American screens.
 SOUTHLAND - Southern California gas prices rose by about a nickel in most areas over the past week.
 SACRAMENTO - Approximately 11,000 California drivers must retake their written driver’s exams because the DMV reportedly suspects them of cheating.
 LOS ANGELES - The countdown to the 78th Emmy Awards is on. HBO’s medical drama “The Pitt” scored 25 total nods for its second season, making it the most nominated show.
 SACRAMENTO – (INT) –The first three FireSat wildfire detection satellites were launched from California on Tuesday, July 7, from Vandenberg Space Force Base
 The recent earthquakes in Venezuela, where the death toll continues to rise, offer a stark warning about the potential risks along Southern California's San Andreas Fault, according to seismologists.
 SANTA ANA - A judge has declared a mistrial in the case against a man accused of deliberately sparking a wildfire that eventually became the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history.
 SACRAMENTO - Sell by? Use by? Best by? Expires by? For years, consumers have been confused as heck trying to figure out the difference between certain labels on food.
 OAKLAND - An initiative to tax California’s wealthiest residents has qualified for the November ballot, state officials announced Wednesday evening.
 SAN FRANCISCO - Rising gas prices hit all California drivers, but they land especially hard on workers who have the farthest to go.
 LOS ANGELES - A major U.S. airline confirmed Wednesday that it’s suspending six North American routes due to elevated jet fuel prices.
A homeless man has taken up residency in a local jail accused of waging a one-man crime and arson spree against police and government facilities in Banning. Kenneth Baker, 40, was arrested on suspicion of starting fires outside the police station and city hall on Tuesday (May 19th). Damage was minor. Baker is accused of arson and possession of a destructive device. (INT) Banning police are wrapping up an investigation into an April 14th shooting outside a market that left one man dead and another in critical condition. Both suspects are juveniles and information about them is limited. Police identified the murder victim as Donald Ray Miles III, 21, of Banning. A motive for the double shooting was not released. (INT) CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department is opening a new a new state-of-the-art fire station serving Desert Center and motorists traveling the I-10 between the Coachella Valley and Blythe. The new Lake Tamarisk Fire Station replaces one that has served the community since 1970. (INT) Primary election ballots are in the hands of all 1.2 million active registered voters in San Bernardino County. Early voting is available at the Registrar of Voters office, 777 E. Rialto Avenue in San Bernardino. Beginning Thursday, May 28, nine additional Early Voting Locations will open in Adelanto, Apple Valley, Barstow, Chino, Joshua Tree, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville and Yucaipa. (INT) Burning permits in most of San Bernardino County have been suspended, effective May 1st. Fire officials cite pre-season fire activity, high winds, elevated temperatures, and low fuel moisture. Excluded from the ban are Running Springs, Big Bear, Morongo Valley, Yermo, Daggett and Newberry Springs. The suspension is likely to continue until this fall. (INT) Metrolink’s reduced weekday schedule is being extended to address reliability issues stemming from mechanical challenges and supply chain delays. The modification was initially for seven weeks but will now continue for the foreseeable future. (INT) Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian is expanding its operation in Mead Valley. A 49-thousand square foot plant adjacent to the 215 freeway will be dedicated to sales, service, maintenance, and charging of electric vehicles. (INT) Riverside is getting a new “downshift space” where city employees can take their breaks in an aesthetically pleasing and relaxing environment. The Blue Zone is designed to help reduce stress and boost productivity. Research shows that employers that make such changes have healthier employees, less absenteeism and higher morale, which leads to less turnover. (INT) San Bernardino is among the five worst cities in the US for an active lifestyle. The personal-finance company WalletHub compared the 100 biggest cities across 35 key metrics. The data set ranged from the average monthly fitness-club fee to the city’s bicycling score to the share of physically inactive adults. (INT) Rancho Cucamonga has been listed as one of the nation’s twenty best cities for summer jobs. WalletHub applied 21 key indicators of employment outlook, affordability and downtime-friendliness. The data set ranged from the median income of part-time workers to the availability of summer jobs to the commuter-friendliness of jobs. (INT) Riverside County Supervisors are reaffirming the authority of the Auditor-Controller. An ordinance reinforces the role of the Auditor-Controller in providing independent oversight, transparency, and accountability across all County departments and districts. (INT) Laurel Reimer has been appointed City Planner in Riverside. She has provided current and advanced planning services to Santa Fe Springs, San Juan Capistrano, Temecula, Downey, Newport Beach, Monrovia, La Mirada, Perris and Avalon. Interim Director Miranda Evans said. “Laurel brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to complex development projects, along with proven experience in land use and environmental planning.” (INT) The Leland Norton Elementary School in San Bernardino has been honored by the California Department of Education (CDE) as a Green Achiever School. It’s the highest distinction possible under the California Green Ribbon Schools Award program. (INT) San Bernardino County’s Land Use Services Department is implementing AB 98 involving the state’s truck route standards. It is designed to guide traffic away from homes, schools and other sensitive areas. (INT) Congressman Pete Aguilar announced Friday (April 24th) $3 million in grant funding to expand San Bernardino’s Arrowhead Grove Affordable Housing project. It will support completion of 132 new low-cost, energy-efficient housing units for low-income residents. The Waterman Gardens public housing development is being converted into a modern, sustainable community of 534 new units . (INT) Free bus rides are being offered for anyone 18 or younger on Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) buses through the end of the year. All that is required is a valid RTA Youth ID, school ID or other proof of age when boarding. (INT) Clearing weather will enable street crews to shift to pothole repair. Recent rains have impacted asphalt-lined streets across the Inland Empire. In San Bernardino County, motorists can report potholes and other street repair issues directly to Public Works on the SeeClickFix app. (INT) |
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