Panoramic views, excitement a surprise for visitors to Lamb Canyon Landfill
People interested in getting a seagull’s-eye-view at one of Riverside County’s largest landfills soon will have that chance, as well as an opportunity to...
County reports on the health of Inland Empire transgender community
Last week, the Riverside County Department of Public Health released its first-ever report on the transgender community in the county.
The report is...
Flu season has begun; vaccinations available at county clinics
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced in late December that the number of influenza cases in several southern states jumped dramatically recently...
A sampling of new state laws in effect since Jan. 1
During 2016, the state Legislature passed and Gov. Jerry Brown signed hundreds of new laws. While some were effective immediately and some will not...
County needs volunteers to survey homeless population on Jan. 23
Volunteers throughout Riverside County are needed to assist with a survey of homeless residents that will help determine the need for services and guide...
Potentially dangerous mosquitoes detected in Coachella Valley
Aedes aegypti, the mosquito that can carry the Zika virus, has been found in the Coachella Valley. But the Zika virus has not been...
Christensen seeks election as county treasurer
Editor’s note: Jon Christensen is the current treasurer and tax collector for Riverside County. Hakan Jackson is challenging Christensen. Unfortunately, Jackson has not responded...
Law Professor Philip Drucker runs for Senate
Philip Drucker, La Quinta resident, lawyer and law professor, is running as one of two Democrats in a field of five to represent California...
Consultant’s help at Hemet Sheriff’s Station has ended
For several years, Riverside County’s budget problems have continued, if not worsened. In the fall of 2016, the County contracted with KPMG, an international...
Tahquitz High School student diagnosed with active tuberculosis
Health officials urge TB testing for some students and staff
On Tuesday, Riverside County health officials announced that a student at Tahquitz High School in...