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| September 17, 2026 |
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TOP STORIES
 CHATSWORTH - A news helicopter crashed in Los Angeles Tuesday evening near the scene of a deadly Metro bus wreck, with at least one person killed in the crash, according to reports.
WASHINGTON - The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday for the first time in more than three years after the job market’s August rebound eased concerns about the labor market, while inflation remains above the 2% target and high energy prices add more pressure to the economy.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday said the European Union is opening the door for Canada to become the first associate member of the 27-nation bloc.
America's seniors are becoming poorer at the same time the future of Social Security is at risk. New Census Bureau data released Tuesday shows the share of adults age 65 and older living in poverty under the Supplemental Poverty Measure climbed to 15.4 percent in 2025.
MENIFEE – (INT) – A Temecula woman is facing multiple charges in the wake of a police chase.
 INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) – Partly cloudy with patchy fog in the morning, gradually becoming sunny by the afternoon.
 REDLANDS - (INT) – Redlands Chief of Police Rachel Tolber is closing out a 28-year career.
 LAKE ELSINORE - The city could soon be the home of a brand new luxury motor sports destination.
 CORONA - A police department has become the first municipal agency in California to implement the Grappler, a bumper-mounted device used to safely end or prevent high-speed chases.
 RIVERSIDE – Property owners should be cautious of unfamiliar government programs, promises of guaranteed assessment reductions or claims that cannot be verified through an official government source.
 MORENO VALLEY - Riverside University Health System’s Community Health Centers (CHCs) once again received national recognition for providing exceptional care to patients across Riverside County.
 With recent wildfires causing widespread destruction in Southern California, how would you feel about someone profiting off of the devastating loss of your home or community?
 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.
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 Emmy winners: ‘Widow’s Bay’ dominates with 14 wins, ‘The Pitt’ and ‘DTF St. Louis’ tie with 7 awards
LOS ANGELES - Apple TV’s new horror comedy “Widow’s Bay” led the way at the 2026 Emmy Awards, winning a leading 14 trophies out of 19 nominations.
 HOLLYWOOD - “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” was finally dethroned after a six-week streak at No. 1.
 SACRAMENTO - California is going backwards. Home to nearly 40 million people, it was only a matter of time before the Golden State ran out of license plate numbers.
 SOUTHLAND – Gas prices in Southern California and throughout the country rocketed upward in the last week.
 SACRAMENTO - California teens will be barred from “addictive” social media products and limited in their interactions with chatbots.
 SAN FRANCISCO - Sea levels along the California coast are expected to rise by a foot as soon as late September, as El Niño-warmed tropical water pushes a slow-moving wave up the coast of North America.
 SOUTHLAND – (INT) – Southern California Edison customers who have been blasting their air conditioning during this period of intense summer heat are going to get some relief on their bill.
 SAN JOSE, CA - A major earthquake just south of the Bay Area is more likely than previously thought, according to new research.
 SACRAMENTO - New rules will limit the types of replacement tires Californians can buy.
Beaumont City Treasurer AJ Patel has been ordered to spear in court October 26th to answer charges in a public corruption investigation. Prosecutors allege he gave false information on Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) return forms regarding a motel he operated in the city, and subsequently stole another individual’s identity. If convicted, Patel faces a maximum of six years, four months in state prison. (INT) Menifee City Council candidate Randy Madrid has been accused of criminal corruption alleging he did not live within the City. Madrid faces arraignment October 23rd on four felony charges. Conviction could result in a prison term. (INT) The unemployment rate in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario area was up slightly to 5.7 percent in July. There was a loss of 15,000 jobs from June, the EDD reported. This compares with an unadjusted unemployment rate of 5.3 percent for California and 4.4 percent for the nation during the same period. (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) 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) 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) 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 County’s job market continues to show year-over-year improvement, with the unemployment rate down half a percentage point. Healthcare continues to pace employment gains, up more than 18,000 jobs across the Inland Empire over the past 12 months. (INT) UC Riverside has been named one of the nation’s best colleges and universities by the Princeton Review in its Best Colleges for 2027 rankings. The publication described the featured colleges and universities as a “select group,” comprising “only about 14% of the nation’s nearly 2,800 four-year schools.” (INT) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) |
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