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Dozens of ducks are dying at Riverside’s Fairmount Park. Officials are investigating why
Dozens of ducks and other wildlife have been dropping dead at Fairmount Park and the city of Riverside doesn’t know why. Officials said they’re testing the soil, air, water, and animals to figure out what’s behind the mysterious scene at Lake Evans, with assistance from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Idaho Humane Society steps up to find homes for rescued California dogs
Boise, Idaho (CBS2) - The Idaho Humane Society is joining other shelters to help find homes for 50 dogs rescued from a home in California. 30 dogs arrived in Boise on Friday. They came from a shelter in Riverside, California. That shelter has faced three separate hoarding cases in the Coachella Valley. 50 dogs were found in one of the homes. There were 20 dogs in another home.
Riverside FD helps Little Leagues get access to defibrillators
Riverside Little Leaguers and their families now have access to possibly life-saving health care equipment, thanks to a donation from the a local charitable foundation and the Riverside Fire Department. Riverside firefighters and staff from the Riverside Medical Clinic Charitable Foundation presented automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, to seven local...
UC RIVERSIDE: Parched Central Valley farms depend on Sierras for groundwater
Mountain recharge powers growers’ hidden reservoirs. New research shows that California’s Central Valley, known as America’s breadbasket, gets as much as half of its groundwater from the Sierra Nevadas. This is significant for a farming region that, in some parts, relies almost entirely on groundwater for irrigation.
Recent Child Deaths from Drowning Highlight Need for Precautionary Measures
RIVERSIDE (CNS) – The deaths of two children by drowning in Riverside County serve as reminders of the need for parents and guardians to pay constant attention to kids when they’re anywhere near water, health officials said Thursday. On Monday, a 4-year-old boy from the Riverside metropolitan area...
Wildfires Plague the West Amid a Scorching Heat Wave
At least a half-dozen homes lay in ruins Monday after one of many dangerous wildfires in the West suddenly swept into a Southern California neighborhood during a blistering heat wave. Six homes were ravaged and seven damaged when the fire sparked by fireworks erupted Sunday afternoon in a hilly area...
Man Arrested in Mexico for 2005 Murder in Riverside After Nearly Two Decades on the Run
SEATTLE – In Riverside, California, police detained a man accused of murder in connection with a crime committed nearly two decades earlier. Luis Contreras, 50, was arrested by Mexican officials in Mexicali on July 8 and has since been extradited to Riverside County to face charges. Contreras is the major suspect in the 2005 murder of 38-year-old Vera, who was discovered dead from numerous gunshot wounds inside a residence on the 4700 block of Doane Avenue in Riverside.
Notre Dame vs. Army 2024 Centennial Clash: Game Preview & Key Players
The 2024 Shamrock Series will feature Notre Dame facing Army at Yankee Stadium in a game marking the centennial of their historic meeting that gave rise to the Four Horsemen legacy. Both teams have notable players and strategies, with Army focusing on a strong running game led by quarterback Bryson Daily and receivers like Eric Ford. Despite Army's recent struggles and Notre Dame's dominance in their matchups, the upcoming game is anticipated with special jerseys and iconic symbolism from the past.
New astrophysics research supports the existence of an unknown influence
UC Riverside astrophysicists measured distribution of matter in the universe using neutral hydrogen. A University of California, Riverside, study has expanded our knowledge of the structure of the universe and supports the existence of a new physical effect, such as a particle that has never been observed before. The astrophysicists...
World War II sergeant whose plane was shot down over Germany honored with reburial in California
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After 80 years, a World War II sergeant killed in Germany has returned home to California. On Thursday, community members lined the roads to honor U.S. Army Air Force Tech. Sgt. Donald V. Banta as he was brought from Ontario International Airport to a burial home in Riverside, California. Banta, 21, was killed in action in early 1944 when his plane was hit by anti-aircraft fire over Gotha, Germany, according to Honoring Our Fallen, an organization that provides support to families of fallen military and first responders. One of the surviving crewmembers saw the plane was on fire, then fell in a steep dive before exploding on the ground. After the crash, German troops buried the remains of one soldier at a local cemetery, while the other six crewmembers, including Banta, were unaccounted for.
Cheech Marin Champions Chicano Art as Fine Art as “The Cheech” Celebrates 2nd Anniversary, Plans for Lowrider Museum
On the second anniversary of the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture, celebrated in June 2024, actor and comedian Cheech Marin unveiled the latest iteration of his renowned collection, “Shifting Perspectives.” The exhibition highlights new additions alongside works from Marin’s initial gift of 500 pieces, offering a vibrant exploration of Chicano art.
Road Rage – Man Who Shot Driver During Freeway Traffic Dispute Headed to Prison
RIVERSIDE (CNS) – A 54-year-old man who shot a motorist during a road rage confrontation on Interstate 15 in Eastvale was bound for state prison Thursday to serve a 25-year term after pleading guilty to attempted murder and other charges. Carlos Leonardo Castro Martinez of Menifee admitted the felony...
Restaurant inspections: 2 eateries closed due to repeat food violations, power outage
Two Coachella Valley restaurants were closed by Riverside County environmental health inspectors due to food temperatures and electrical issues, according to inspection reports. Tacos Del Valle in Cathedral City has had failed inspections in the past, and when health inspectors visited the eatery this week and observed repeat food temperature violations, they shut...
Brush fire in Lake Elsinore area scorches 145 acres, destroys home
A brush fire that erupted on a hillside just west of Lake Elsinore has scorched 145 acres, destroyed one structure, and is threatening homes Friday abutting the Cleveland National Forest, prompting mandatory evacuation orders.
Weekly News Wrap with Cassie MacDuff 7/26/2024
Former Press-Enterprise Columnist and longtime KVCR news contributor, Cassie MacDuff joins KVCR to review a few of the Inland Empire’s major news stories of the past week. The conversation can be heard on KVCR’s “Morning Edition” most Friday mornings at 6:45 and 8:45. Our segments with Cassie are also archived here for listening on demand.
Cathedral City voters will consider sales tax hike in November
A measure proposing to raise Cathedral City’s sales tax by half a cent per dollar will be on residents’ ballots this fall. On Wednesday, the city council unanimously approved putting the decision to voters in November. Increasing the tax rate by 0.5% would raise $5 million annually and be used to pay for...
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