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| April 30, 2026 |
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TOP STORIES
 WASHINGTON - The Federal Reserve left interest rates steady Wednesday in what was almost certainly Jerome Powell's final meeting as its leader, but there were the most internal dissents at a Fed meeting in 34 years.
WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine appeared before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday, the first time President Trump’s defense chief took questions from lawmakers since the war against Iran began.
WASHINGTON - The US Supreme Court limited the ability of lawmakers to take the racial make-up of a state into account when drawing voting maps, in a ruling that could reshape politics across the American south.
Large swaths of the United States are in desperate need of soaking rainfall as drought continues to deepen. Stretching from Oregon to Florida and northward to the nation’s capital, nearly 63 percent of the country is facing drought conditions of varying intensity.
LOMA LINDA – (INT) - An earthquake described by some as a ‘thud’ struck Wednesday evening.
SAN BERNARDINO – (INT) – The 22-unit, 3-star Sunshine Motel near downtown San Bernardino has been red-tagged and closed.
RIVERSIDE - (INT) - Riverside County election officials are pledging the utmost accuracy and transparency in the voting system.
 SOUTHLAND: Warming sunshine may be interrupted by another chance of rain next week.
 SAN BERNARDINO – (INT) – Homelessness in San Bernardino County has taken a dip.
 IUNLAND EMPIRE - (INT) - To no one's surprise, guess who's paying the most for gasoline?
 RIVERSIDE – (INT) – Mike Futrell had changed his mind and says he’s staying on as Riverside City Manager.
 NEEDLES – (INT) – Plans have been announced for the expansion of the Castle Mountain gold mine.
 RIVERSIDE – (INT) - Officials in Riverside say their city is facing growing financial uncertainty.
 MORENO VALLEY – (INT) – Dying winds helped Calfire to contain a wildfire that threatened homes.
 RIVERSIDE – (INT) – Initial work is beginning to replace the seismically unsafe Mission Boulevard Bridge over the Santa Ana River.
 RIVERSIDE – (INT) – A measure to raise Riverside’s sales tax will be decided on the June 2nd ballot.
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 POMONA - Eight gubernatorial candidates took the stage Tuesday evening at Pomona College in what was billed as the “largest” debate so far this election.
 SACRAMENTO - California health officials are encouraging at-risk individuals to get the mpox vaccine.
 IRVINE - A recent UC Irvine study found that one in four parents in California say their teens use generative AI every day.
 LOS ANGELES – Trustees of the Los Angeles Unified School District voted Tuesday to restrict students’ use of laptops and tablets in class.
 Former state Attorney General Xavier Becerra is touting a new poll.
 Could analysis reduce projected wildfire losses by one-third?
 SACRAMENTO - (INT) - The critical April Sierra snow survey finds no measurable snow.
 SACRAMENTO - (INT) - Obtaining or renewing a concealed weapons permit (CCW) in California could get easier.
 Off-roading is now off-limits on routes spanning 1 million acres of the Mojave Desert.
 California is neither here nor there in the state-by-state ranking of personal credit scores.
 There are an estimated 49.2 million tobacco users in the US.
 SACRAMENTO - The DMV says that approximately 325,000 Californians will be required to replace their Real ID licenses.
 SAN FRANCISCO – (INT) - The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has established the 2026-2028 Cost of Capital.
 SOUTHLAND – (INT) – California has documented an 18 percent surge in injuries involving e-bikes.
A former a water polo coach for the Redlands Unified School District is under suspicion of sex acts with a 15-year-old girl. Luke Anthony Quintana, 21, was arrested in Redlands after the victim reported the relationship to police. (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) 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) 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) The Redlands City Council has cleared the way for construction of The Marketplace, a Whole Foods-anchored retail development on a 8-acre site on Lugonia Avenue at Tennessee Street. It will be situated in one of North Redlands’ fastest-growing residential areas. (INT) Redlands is stepping up its wildfire mitigation preparedness. It will focus on weed abatement and regional collaboration. Thirty percent of Redlands falls into fire hazard severity zones (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) Improvements are coming to the Loma Linda VA Healthcare system. It was announced Thursday (February 26th) an assortment of infrastructure improvements starting with the renovation of the medical support area. The VA has pledged to reduce the backlog of veterans waiting for benefits by 60 percent. (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) A 3-month investigation has determined that a pedestrian’s death in Menifee came at the hands of a hit-and-run motorist. Autopsy results just announced found that Douglas Andrews died on January 1st of internal trauma after he was found in the roadway on Eller Way. Police released no suspect information. (INT) A CalFire firefighter-paramedic is under investigation for alleged on-duty sexual assaults. They allegedly occurred prior to January 2026 in Riverside County. Two victims made the allegations but investigators believe there may be other victims. David Renteria, 51, was jailed in Riverside for false imprisonment, assault with a deadly weapon, rape by force or fear, sexual penetration by force or fear, and multiple felony sexual assault charges. (INT) A new interchange on Freeway 60 will help improve traffic flow on the west side of Beaumont. Caltrans has announced a new interchange with six travel lanes at Potrero Boulevard and realignment of Western Knolls Avenue. Officials promise enhanced connectivity and regional mobility. (INT) Riverside city leaders have signed an agreement with a leading regional development organization in Finland. The MOU establishes a framework to advance innovation, sustainability, and international business expansion between the two regions. (INT) The City of Lake Elsinore is launching an initiative designed to transform the south end of the lake into a destination for recreation, tourism, and economic activity. Beginning in May, the Elsinore Yacht Club will offer a variety of on-the-water experiences, including sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and wakeboarding. (INT) Ontario is exploring new local transit options. A study will evaluate potential transit solutions connecting major employment centers, shopping and dining areas, parks, schools, and regional transportation hubs. The study is expected to be completed later this year. (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) 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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