Murrieta, CA|News|
Food Benefits Being Stolen From People In Need: RivCo Issues Update
Victims should report their losses before Feb. 29, 2024, to receive retroactive replacement benefits, county officials said.
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|
Narcotics Smuggling Into Riverside County Jails: 9 Arrests Announced
An investigation that began in October determined inmates were working with people on the outside to smuggle in fentanyl, heroin and meth.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Retail Theft Crackdown Nets 6 Arrests In Lake Elsinore
The Lake Elsinore operation wasn't the only retail theft crackdown this week.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Another Temecula Sting: 2 Adults Busted For Furnishing Kids With Booze
Tuesday's law enforcement operation in Temecula follows one held last month in the city.
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Temecula|News|
MSJC, Temecula Businesses, City Of Menifee Give Gifts To 138 Kids
"It has been a hard year for our family, and we are grateful," said MSJC student Shannon Tupuola-Miller.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoints Planned: 1 In Banning, 1 In Unincorporated Pass Area
Drivers convicted of a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license, police said.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Phone Service Fully Restored At County Jail In Banning
The outage began Dec. 14.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Homeless Persons Memorial Day To Be Commemorated Dec. 21 In RivCo
The annual "Longest Night" Homeless Persons Memorial Day aims to raise awareness and remember unsheltered people who died.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Flood Watch Issued In RivCo, Mountains Under Winter Storm Watch
A winter storm watch is also in effect for the San Bernardino County mountains beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday through 10 a.m. Saturday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Holiday Travel Surge Prompts Advisory From Palm Springs Intl. Airport
Airport officials project more than 40,000 passengers will depart from PSP from December 21 to 26.
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Temecula|News|
Medical Emergency Likely Triggered Fatal Anza Crash: CHP
The grim discovery was made Sunday in a stormwater channel off Anza Road, approximately 288 feet south of state Route 371.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Banning Freight Train Heist: 1 Arrest Announced
A trio of thieves stole from a train in Banning and made away with what was believed to be guitars, according to Banning police.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Temecula Valley USD Board Agrees On How To Fill Open Seat
The post left vacant following the resignation Friday of Area 2 Trustee Danny Gonzalez will be filled by board appointment.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Female Inmate Dies In RivCo Jail; 3rd In-Custody Death Over 5 Days
There were no signs of foul play in the two most recent deaths, according to the sheriff's department.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
City Of Murrieta Named A 'Top Workplace' In Inland Empire
The confidential survey of more than 230 city employees measured 15 culture drivers, officials said.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District Buying As Much Water As Possible
The local utility is trying to replace local groundwater and build community reserves.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Childhood Drowning Prevention Gets Funding Boost In Southwest RivCo
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has allocated $60,000 to increase water safety in the Third District.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Temecula Valley USD Board Loses Conservative Majority
Temecula Valley Unified School District Trustee Danny Gonzalez resigned Friday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Massive Police Presence Planned Dec. 18 At Coachella Valley Hospitals
#SoCalHolidayCheer2023 is a large-scale event involving Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
High Police Presence Planned Dec. 18 At San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital
#SoCalHolidayCheer2023 is a large-scale event involving Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff