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Over 100 arrested in Southern California drug bust operation
Over 100 people were arrested during a massive drug bust operation in Southern California. The undercover bust targeted the Magnolia Avenue corridor, between Van Buren Boulevard and Pierce Street in Riverside, according to the Riverside Police Department. The multi-day effort, called “Operation Street Sweeper,” stemmed from “increased criminal activity and complaints from community members and […]
4.1 magnitude quake hits Southern California
A moderate earthquake struck Orange County Wednesday afternoon, with shaking felt in multiple areas around Southern California. The temblor had a preliminary magnitude of 4.1, though it was initially reported at 4.3, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake struck at 1:49 p.m. at a depth of nearly a mile and was centered […]
Fiery family dispute in Southern California prompts SWAT response
A man reportedly suffering from a mental health crisis, who was allegedly armed with a gun, has been taken into custody after a domestic disturbance led to a home in the Los Angeles County neighborhood of Lynwood being fully engulfed in flames. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Century Station responded to reports […]
UPDATE: Young child dies in two-car traffic collision in northern Fontana on April 30
A young child died in a traffic collision in northern Fontana on April 30, according to the Fontana Police Department. Shortly after 4 p.m., officers were called to the scene of a collision at the intersection of Baseline and Almeria avenues. Upon arrival, they found that a red Nissan Altima, which was making a left turn to head south on Almeria, had been struck by a white Honda Accord traveling east on Baseline, said Public Information Officer Daniel Romero.
Two pet ponies apparently shot to death in Riverside County
Riverside County resident Fernando Ibarra continues to search for answers after someone shot his beloved pet ponies to death over the weekend. "I mean why? Why do it?" he asked. Ibarra said he uses the land off Reche Canyon road as extra space for his family and moved the ponies there a few years ago. "They would follow me around everywhere," he said. "If I were to move 10-20 feet, they're right behind me."The Colton landowner said he left the property on Friday night. However, when he returned on Monday, he found Trigger under some shade with what appeared to be a gunshot...
Restaurant inspections: Cockroach infestation closes Palm Springs spot; 2 eateries earn 'B'
A Palm Springs restaurant was shut down by Riverside County health inspectors due to an active cockroach infestation, according to reports conducted April 25 through May 1. An inspector observed several live cockroaches at Monsoon Indian Restaurant during a recent inspection, leading to the facility closure. The restaurant also had issues with hot and cold food holding temperatures, as well as other minor violations.
One person in custody after brief standoff at Coachella business
One person was taken into custody after a pursuit turned into a brief standoff Thursday evening in Coachella. The incident started at around 5:05 PM when deputies attempted a traffic enforcement stop at Avenue 51 and Cesar Chavez Street, Sergeant Deirdre Vickers of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office told News Channel 3. Vickers added that The post One person in custody after brief standoff at Coachella business appeared first on KESQ.
Suspected intoxicated LQHS student involved in altercation with security officer & deputy
A La Quinta High School student, a security officer, and a Riverside County Sheriff's deputy suffered minor injuries after an altercation on campus Thursday afternoon. According to the Sheriff's Office, at around 2:55 p.m., deputies were contacted by security regarding an intoxicated juvenile. "While attempting to detain the juvenile, they resisted and assaulted the security The post Suspected intoxicated LQHS student involved in altercation with security officer & deputy appeared first on KESQ.
Visit Riverside Heritage House for a taste of history in a beautiful setting
In 1873, a woman named Eliza Tibbets received an unexpected gift from her friend, William Saunders, who happened to be a horticulturist at the United States Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. Knowing that Saunders liked to figure out the science of growing plants, we might presume Tibbets may have...
Man convicted in cartel-related murders that left 3 shot, burned in OC; 4th victim found in Fontana
A 33-year-old man was convicted of killing four men, including three torched in a moving car in Orange in the middle of the afternoon, amid a violent conflict between drug dealers.
Elderly women struck in fatal hit-and-run in Southern California neighborhood
A tragic hit-and-run crash in the University Park neighborhood of Los Angeles claimed the life of a woman in her 80’s and sent another woman in her 90’s to the hospital Thursday, authorities confirmed to KTLA. Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to calls of the fatal accident near the intersection of […]
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