Two people are dead following a crash in Colton Wednesday (July 9th) involving a sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcyclist died at the scene on north Mt. Vernon Avenue and a passenger in a Toyota Prius later at a local hospital. The driver of the Prius survived and is being questioned. (INT)

Authorities at Lake Arrowhead are investigating circumstances in a teenager’s drowning. The victim was last seen Tuesday (July 8th) in the water below West Shore Road. Searchers pulled the victim from the water, but he was declared dead at a local hospital. His identity was not immediately released. (INT)

Menifee’s new budgets for the two upcoming fiscal years are the largest in the city’s history. Combined they total 263-million dollars. City officials say the spending plans reflect high interest rates and rising construction costs, the City’s budget prioritizes preserving existing service levels and supporting the workforce while continuing to invest in public safety and infrastructure projects. (INT)

Dust pollution is a growing concern in California due to human activities as well as some natural processes, like drought, which are becoming more intense in a changing climate. The UC Dust Initiative aims to provide a comprehensive summary of dust science in California and a guide to adaptation and mitigation efforts. One of the goals of the dust initiative is to develop an early-warning system, UC says. (INT)

In Hemet, an investigation into products being sold on a social media platform turned up $100,000 in stolen merchandise. Four individuals were advertising a large quantity of unopened brand-new tools displayed in a retail-style setup with shelving and items hung on walls. Charges against the quartet included Grand Theft, Possession of Stolen Property, Conspiracy, and Organized Retail Theft. (INT)

The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) has begun providing animal care services for the West End of the San Bernardino Valley including Chino, Montclair and Ontario. Animal services there were previously provided by the Inland Valley Humane Society (IVHS). (INT)

A $3.5 million grant will support an initiative led by UC Riverside to address dangerous air pollution in San Pedro and nearby communities impacted by port-related emissions. The area has long referred to as part of the “diesel death zone” due to the health impacts of port-related emissions. (INT)

Uninsured damage to small businesses in the wake of the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing is estimated at $2 million. Fundraising to repair window and building damage is underway. As of Friday, 107-thousand dollars has been pledged. (INT)