Californians already pay more on average for gasoline than motorists in other states. Now they’re watching as prices spiral upward to levels not seen in three years. Figures released by the state Energy Commission show that the price paid by Southern Californians is dramatically higher than the national average of $2.65 for a gallon of…

With the arrival of spring and expectations of locating goldspotted oak borers, only one more affected tree has been identified, according to Riverside County’s Forester Chief Gregg Bratcher. Last month, the county Agricultural Commissioner’s Office held a meeting with potential contractors who could spray trees, Bratcher said. The intent was to increase their awareness of…

The Fern Valley Water District board reviewed its draft audit for fiscal year 2012-13 at last week’s meeting, noting that property tax revenue resulted in increased assets. While not officially completed nor accepted, the board discussed the draft’s conclusions, which found the 2012-13 records were “in accordance with accounting principles.” At the end of the…

Defense argues facts have been misinterpreted The Sept. 28 trial readiness conference for Pam Allen has been moved to Nov. 20. In April 2017, Allen, 66, of Idyllwild, was charged with three felonies for the March 31 collision with Julia Romero, 18, also of Idyllwild, on Highway 243. Two of the charges were for driving…