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| September 2, 2026 |
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TOP STORIES
 WASHINGTON — The House voted Tuesday to pass a short-term funding bill and avert a government shutdown at the end of September, keeping money flowing at current levels until Dec. 11.
A U.S. Postal Service whistleblower is alleging the agency defied court orders while rushing to build a new ballot system that could reject thousands of mail ballots.
CUPERTINO, CA - Tim Cook is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer of Apple Inc., marking the end of a 15-year tenure that reshaped the global tech landscape.
It’s no secret that the health care sector has fueled the nation’s job growth in recent years. Some 18 million Americans work in health care, data from the Labor Department shows.
 INLAND EMPIRE – (INT) - Mostly sunny and slightly cooler with afternoon breezes, featuring highs around 84°F to 90°F.
 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.
 RIVERSIDE – (INT) - Penske Truck Leasing Co, L.P. will pay for several environmental law violations.
 NUEVO - Riverside County Vector Control Program has confirmed its first two detections of West Nile Virus in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County.
 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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 SACRAMENTO – (INT) - The share of registered California voters who are Democrats has decreased.
 LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno agreed to sell the team to Stan Kroenke, who presides over the NFL's Los Angeles Rams.
 HOLLYWOOD - Claiming the top spot for its fifth consecutive weekend was Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
 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.
 SOUTHLAND - Southern California gas prices rose over the past week in response to higher oil prices worldwide, according to the Auto Club’s Weekend Gas Watch.
 SACRAMENTO - A crime fighting progress report released by State Attorney General Rob Bonta said California is making major headway in the fight against fentanyl, traffickers and illegal guns.
 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.
 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.
 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.
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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) |
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