The drought, now in its fourth year, is creating severe and dangerous threats to the Hill’s native trees — pines and oaks. But other dangers also are threatening the local forest. Residents are familiar with the damage bark beetles bring, especially during droughts. The bark beetle is actually a native pest, but during droughts when…

Agrees to stay away from Pine Cove On Aug. 6, Scott Shere, of Pine Cove, pleaded guilty to two felony counts. He pleaded guilty to both issuing criminal death threats and sending a threatening letter with the intent to extort money. Two other charges were dismissed as part of the plea agreement. When Shere was…

Short-term rentals within Riverside County are becoming more popular and now are within the purview of the Board of Supervisors. The subject was on the agenda of the board’s Nov. 17 meeting because supervisors John Benoit (4th District) and Chuck Washington (3rd District) proposed an ordinance (927) to regulate this burgeoning industry. While the Coachella…