Temecula|News|
Small Brush Fire Breaks Out In Temecula's Wolf Valley
The blaze was first reported at 5:13 p.m. Monday in the 31000 block of Samantha Lane.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
- Temecula, CA
Toni McAllister has more than 25 years of journalism experience and has been on editorial staffs with a number of national and local media outlets. She has been published thousands of times and has even authored a few books along the way. In her free time she enjoys running, hiking, tennis, cycling, swimming and spending time with her horses. She is a graduate of Cal State Long Beach with bachelor's degree in journalism. Reach her at toni.mcallister@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Temecula|News|
Mountain Center Fire Map: Evacuations Remain In Place For 1,690-Acre Rosa Fire East Of Temecula
Flames continued to threaten structures Tuesday, according to Cal Fire.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
31-Year-Old Inmate Dies After Suffering Medical Emergency Inside Riverside County Jail: RSO
The inmate was found in distress inside his cell at Banning's Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility.
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Temecula|News|
UPS Ordered To Pay Riverside County After Alleged Illegal Disposal Of Hazardous Waste
The payout is part of a larger $1.745 million civil judgment involving counties across the state.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
After 2 Men Vanish, Police Discover Both Were Tied To Same Hemet-Based Religious Organization
Emilio Salem Ghanem vanished in 2023. Ruben Moreno was reported missing in August 2019.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
4-Alarm Fire That Destroyed Homes, Injured 2, Remains Under Investigation In Banning
A civilian was seriously injured in the blaze and a firefighter suffered minor injuries.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Planned Friday In Indian Wells
DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired-driving-related crashes, the sheriff's department said.
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Temecula|News|
Riverside County Sheriff Blasts Oversight Of His Office: 'Purely About Political Control'
A Riverside County Board of Supervisors member had called for forming a committee to oversee the sheriff's office.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Deportations Sought For Non-US Citizens Who Harm Federal K9s, Police Horses: CA Congressman
A bill introduced by Republican Congressman Ken Calvert of Riverside County would make it easier to deport offenders.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Explosives Material Found In Loma Linda Home, Arrest Made: Cops
One and a half pounds of Tannerite, a brand of binary explosive targets, were found at the residence, according to the sheriff's department.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
Chronic Traffic Snarl In Murrieta: $15M Fix Finally Set To Begin
Murrieta Hot Springs Road isn't fun during rush hour, especially between Margarita and Winchester roads. A widening project is underway.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Arrest Made After Golf Cart, Travel Trailer Stolen In Wildomar: RSO
The alleged theft took place in the 34700 block of Oneal Road.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Prison Guards Attacked By IE Inmate With Violent History: CDCR
Prison officials said Shuantae Taylor stabbed two CDCR officers with an "improvised weapon" as they entered his cell for inspection.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Desert Sands USD To Pay $1,377,000 Over Next 3 Years For School Resource Officers
The agreement was approved by the district and is pending final county sign-off. The contract is in effect through June 30, 2028.
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Temecula|News|
Temecula Valley USD To Pay $1,559,000 Over Next 2 Years For School Resource Officers
The agreement was approved by the district and is pending final county sign-off. The contract is in effect through June 30, 2027.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore To Pay $116,388,700 Over Next 5 Years For Police Services
The agreement was approved by the city and is pending final county signoff. The contract is in effect through June 30, 2030.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
The Beach Boys Announce Riverside County Concert
For more than six decades, The Beach Boys have embodied the California spirit with a sound that defined a generation.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Check Your Mailbox If You Live In Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Or These Other Cities
Your vote counts.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Riverside County Probation Department Rolls Out Mobile Service
"We firmly believe that the addition of these units will lead to fewer violations, fewer warrants, and more success stories."
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Lake Elsinore Crash ID'd As Local Man
The fatal crash was reported Tuesday at the intersection of Riverside and Lehr drives in Lake Elsinore.
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