Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
RivCo Sheriff Chad Bianco Is Being Sued For His Uniform. Here's Why
The sheriff, who is hoping to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom next year as a Republican, has been accused of breaking the law.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Palm Desert: Have Coffee With Your Mayor At The McCallum Theatre This Month
On Sept. 23, residents are invited on stage for a morning of coffee, treats and conversation about the city's future.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Around RivCo: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here, and there are more than a dozen orchards offering family fun, including the Apple Butter Festival in SoCal.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
RivCo Hosts Free Workshop To Prep Job Seekers For Coachella Valley Job Expo
The resume, interview and wardrobe workshops in English and Spanish are set for Sept. 11 ahead of the Sept. 17 job fair with 90+ employers.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
RivCo Reacts To Death Of Right-Wing Icon Charlie Kirk: 'Despicable Attack'
Kirk, 31, a high-profile conservative figure and close ally of Donald Trump, was killed while speaking at a college campus on Wednesday.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Burglary Suspect Arrested After Break-In at Murrieta Middle School
Police say the man who was arrested has repeatedly targeted schools in separate burglaries.
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Across California, CA|News|
'Horrific': CA Reacts After Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Is Fatally Shot At University Event
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently hosted the high-profile conservative commentator and co-founder of Turning Point USA on his podcast.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
RivCo Senator Accuses Police Of Retaliation During 'Egregious' DUI Arrest
Sen. Sabrina Cervantes is seeking damages, alleging Sacramento police falsely accused her of DUI after a crash that left her injured.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Despite Major Change In COVID Vaccine Policy, Chaos Lingers In CA: What To Know
The Golden State is sidestepping recommendations from federal health officials on who should get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
IE Stabbing Victim Runs For Help After Road Rage Incident; Suspect Arrested
Police said a man was stabbed after leaving a vehicle during an argument.
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Across California, CA|News|
CA Wildfire Threatens Ancient Giant Sequoia Grove
Firefighters are working to protect a patch of sequoias, where some trees are more than 2,000 years old.
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Across California, CA|News|
85 CA Billionaires Among America's Richest People: See New List
Larry Ellison tops CA's billionaire list with $276B as Forbes 400 hits record $6.6T in combined wealth, driven by stock surges and AI mania.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
75K Acres Of Public Areas In CA Are Blocked By Private Land: Report
There are tens of thousands of public acres in California, where it is legal to camp, hike and explore, if only they were accessible.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Could Alex Padilla Become CA's Next Governor?
Speculation over Padilla’s political future grows as polling shows Katie Porter rising in an already competitive race for governor.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
Hundreds Die Amid Horrifying Conditions In LA County Jails, CA Attorney General Claims In Lawsuit
“People are dying:” California Attorney General Rob Bonta blasts L.A. County jails as uninhabitable, overcrowded, and deadly.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
'Significant' SoCal Cooling Trend Brings Relief From Extended Heatwave
After weeks of swelter, Southlanders will finally get some relief this week — for a few days at least.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Tuberculosis Case Identified At RivCo High School
TB testing is being offered to those who may have been exposed.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Got A Drawer Full Of Old Cords? Recycle Them In Palm Desert On Sept. 20
Residents can recycle their forgotten electronics at Palm Desert's upcoming electronic waste collection event.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Discover The Mysterious Origins Of 'The Song Of Banning' At This Event
A historian will speak on the origins of Banning's historic song and the decades-long mystery behind its composer's disappearance.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore To Host Emergency Preparedness Fair
"Be ready for anything:" Families and attendees can experience hands-on emergency demonstrations and explore life-saving tools.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
