Murrieta, CA|News|
Mr. Teets Makes A Difference In Murrieta
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.
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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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
CHP Report Details Events That Led Up To Fatal Wildomar Crash
Jay Vann, 43, of Lake Elsinore was killed in the incident.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Ortega Highway Remains Closed Due To Brush Fire
There is progress on the Macy Fire in El Cariso near Lake Elsinore, but low humidity and winds are posing challenges.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Optum Closing Urgent Care Locations In Beaumont, Highland, Redlands
Nearly 100 Inland Empire Optum employees are affected. Other closures are occurring in Alameda, Los Angeles and Orange counties.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Fire Engulfs Menifee Home, Displaces 7 Residents, 2 Dogs
The Red Cross was summoned to assist the displaced residents.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Actor Vince Vaughn Now Owns Majority Stake In RivCo Pickleball Team
A fan and recreational pickleball player, the 54-year-old Vaughn is now majority stake holder of the Coachella Valley Scorpions.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
No-Cost Mental Health Care Available To Temecula Residents, Homeless
The new initiative also includes services for substance use disorder. The program preceded a state order to dismantle homeless encampments.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Driver Dies After Crashing Into Jackknifed Rig East Of Temecula
The 72-year-old man died at a local hospital five days after the state Route 371 crash.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Remains Of Fallen WWII Sergeant Come Home To IE After 80 Years
The remains of Tech Sgt. Donald V. Banta of Los Angeles arrive July 25 at Ontario International Airport. He was killed in action in 1944.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Temecula Investigation Uncovers Thousands Of Stolen Circuit Breakers
A significant increase in circuit breaker thefts throughout the city of Temecula and nearby unincorporated areas sparked the investigation.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
French Valley Man Linked To Commercial Burglaries Across Temecula: RSO
Joseph Roybal was charged with 14 felony counts of burglary.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Man Charged With Murder In Parking Lot Stabbing
Steven James Smith allegedly killed Fabian Rodriguez during an attack in the 31000 block of Riverside Drive, near Lakeshore Drive.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Treasures Abound At This Riverside County Landfill
Items bound for the Lamb Canyon Landfill that still have value are being pulled aside and sold at bargain-basement prices.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
SoCal Mother, 3 Young Daughters Killed In 1-10 Crash
The Menifee family, with ties to Beaumont, died in a vehicle crash on Interstate 10. A longtime friend and her young son were also killed.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Indian Wells Semi-Finalist Coco Gauff Flag Bearer For US Olympic Team
The tennis star, who is also the reigning U.S. Open champion, will join LeBron James as flag bearer at the Games opening ceremony on Friday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Fire Rips Through Indio Home, Displacing Residents
The blaze was reported at 1:49 a.m. Wednesday in the 46000 block of Denslow Street, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Suspect In Palm Desert Bank Robberies Arrested In OC
Reese Mitchel Westenberger, 59, was taken into custody Tuesday in the 20 block of W. Beacon Avenue in Anaheim.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
50 Dogs Need Homes After Owner Found Dead In Riverside County
Riverside County shelters are currently very full, so many of the canines will likely be rehomed out of state.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Big Lots Store Spared, Temecula Location Permanently Closing
The closures follow a June quarterly report that foreshadowed trouble ahead. More than 50 Big Lots stores in California are slated to close.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Big Lots Store Spared, Nearby Spots Closing
The closures follow a June quarterly report that foreshadowed trouble ahead. More than 50 Big Lots stores in California are slated to close.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff