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| August 22, 2026 |
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TOP STORIES
 WASHINGTON - The federal government will scale back the water supply for three Southwestern states to manage the growing crisis over the drying Colorado River, officials confirmed Friday.
WASHINGTON - TikTok and its parent company ByteDance agreed Friday to settle allegations it violated a digital child privacy law, meaning the company will fork over $400 million in its latest in its largest settlement to date.
AUSTIN, TX - A Texas court on Friday cut the amount Infowars founder Alex Jones was ordered to pay to a family affected by the Sandy Hook shooting after they were subject to harassment when he claimed the attack was a hoax.
Job hunting in 2026 can mean chatting with a robot, getting rejected by AI, encountering ghost jobs and competing with a flood of applicants.
 INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) The region will experience extreme heat and sunny conditions this weekend.
 NUEVO - Riverside County Vector Control Program has confirmed its first two detections of West Nile Virus in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County.
 BIG BEAR - Just one week after Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie died, a new bird has unexpectedly become the focus of attention.
 SAN BERNARDINO – (INT) The City of San Bernardino and Caltrans have finalized an agreement that authorizes the City to clean up homeless encampments.
 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.
 RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A valuable wildfire-fighting resource designed to help helicopters refill in seconds now sits in an unexpected spot.
 SAN BERNARDINO - The San Bernardino County Fire Department has introduced its newest member, a four-legged robot dog.
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 SAN JOSE, CA - A major earthquake just south of the Bay Area is more likely than previously thought, according to new research.
 A new WalletHub ranking looked at all 50 states to determine which offer the most opportunities for entertainment and recreation without breaking the bank.
 SOUTHLAND - Southern California drivers are seeing little change in gas prices this week, with prices remaining relatively steady at the pump.
 SAN DIEGO - Top climate scientists in California are already warning of exceptionally high seas and coastal flooding this winter.
 SACRAMENTO - New rules will limit the types of replacement tires Californians can buy.
 HOLLYWOOD - This popcorn season is ending with a bang rather than the usual whimper as “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “The Odyssey” continue to pack in crowds.
 SACRAMENTO - California is pulling a notorious weedkiller from the market as families in a Southern California community continue to demand answers over a string of rare childhood cancers.
 California, U.S. lawmakers are debating license plate reader technology. In the past year alone, they’ve helped catch suspected murderers, bank robbers and hit-and-run drivers.
 SACRAMENTO – (INT) –The first three FireSat wildfire detection satellites were launched from California on Tuesday, July 7, from Vandenberg Space Force Base
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) 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) 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) |
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