State Sen. Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) is speaking out after she was cited for allegedly driving under the influence just blocks from the Capitol in Sacramento.

Police accused a state senator from Riverside of driving under the influence after her car was involved in a crash near the Capitol in Sacramento, Politico reported. Sen. Sabrina Cervantes, D-Riverside, denied consuming any alcohol and said hospital lab results prove she was sober.

The brush fire began shortly after 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the area of Lower Ranch Rd and Petes Crossing in Aguanga in Riverside County.

Police say that one of the two cars involved in the collision veered into the pedestrian who was walking in the area.

The department said the forward rate of spread was stopped, and all evacuation warnings and orders were lifted.

The Riverside Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously voted to approve a request from the county fire chief to close a number of outdoor recreational locations and hiking trails for the duration of the looming wildfire season.

The "Crossing Fire" was reported near the intersection of Lower Ranch Road and Petes Crossing near Aguanga, California around 2 p.m. on May 20. Firefighters eventually contained the fire a day after it broke out. According to Cal Fire, one outbuilding was destroyed, and two firefighters were taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. - A large fire is burning parts of Riverside County, forcing residents in the area to evacuate. The "Crossing Fire" broke out near the intersection of Lower Ranch Road and Petes Crossing near Aguanga, California around 2 p.m. on May 20. At last check, the fire stretched to 112 acres with 0% containment.

San Bernardino County recorded a 14.2% decrease in homelessness in 2025, marking the first decline in three years and highlighting the growing impact of regional data-driven strategies. According to the latest Point-in-Time Count (PITC),

Firefighters increased containment of a brush fire that started Tuesday afternoon in Riverside County and grew to more than 100 acres. Evacuation orders and warnings issued Tuesday afternoon for the Crossing Fire in Aguanga were lifted.

Our list of the best botanic gardens in Southern California spans Santa Barbara to San Diego and includes gardens everyone should visit at least once and under-the-radar gardens offering shade and inspiration.

Law enforcement officials in Riverside announced Monday that they have identified two juveniles who will face charges in connection with antisemitic graffiti in Palm Desert, but they are still looking to identify a man involved in a separate swastika-drawing incident.

A five-year experiment to recreate blue zones — regions where people tend to live longer, healthier lives — is underway in five communities across Riverside County. Saturday, the city of Riverside celebrated its role in the project,

Stunning views and scenic trails “make this a camping destination unlike any other,” the California State Parks Foundation said.

Riverside County jail screeners didn’t detect a man’s violent past, placed him with low-risk inmates in a trades program, report says.

For the first time since 2017, San Bernardino County saw a drop in the number of residents experiencing homelessness, the county announced on Thursday, May 15. According to a news release issued Thursday afternoon,

The vote signaled a breaking with decades of political and economic inertia, cementing a genuine sea change that formally emerged last year.

The City of Riverside has launched the nation's first self-driving, electric shuttle bus service via a public transit agency. The Ohmio shuttles aim to position Riverside as a vehicle manufacturing hub,

In 2023, the Riverside approved a two-year pilot program to have the RTA operate, staff and maintain three automated, fully electric shuttle buses. The first bus began serving the Riverside Municipal Airport this week.

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:20 a.m. in Riverside County. Grand Av Wild Fire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it remains undetermined.

Hop between tasting rooms and riverside beaches in this expansive California valley region, brimming with vineyards and breathtaking nature spots.

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:37 a.m. in Riverside County. Canyon Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:14 p.m. in Riverside County. 3rd Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it is still undetermined.

The wildfire initially started today at 6:59 p.m. in Riverside County. The wildfire has been burning on private land for less than an hour. There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.

Bianco the only sheriff in the state who has joined the suit, which specifically names Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta as defendants.

A celebration is planned in Riverside Friday to mark completion of an extensive signage project along the Santa Ana River Trail, covering most points on the segment that traverses Riverside County with guideposts that feature maps and monument details.

A new wildfire was reported today at 8 p.m. in Riverside County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it remains undetermined.

On Thursday at 11:37 a.m. the NWS San Diego CA issued a heat advisory valid from Friday 10 a.m. until Saturday 9 p.m. for San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire.

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:03 a.m. in Riverside County. Indio Bl Indo Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:42 a.m. in Riverside County. Hy 74 W/ Festus Ci Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

An inmate was stabbed to death with a screwdriver after jail staff allowed a man with a violent history access to tools, a grand jury found.

A construction worker involved in a project atop a building at UC Riverside fell from scaffolding Wednesday, injuring one of his legs. The construction site accident was reported at 11:25 a.m. Wednesday on a four-story edifice directly adjacent to the athletic field,

Authorities are still searching for the mother of a newborn baby that was found next to an apartment complex dumpster in Riverside over the weekend.

A newborn dropped next to a dumpster outside a Riverside apartment complex was in stable condition today, as authorities initiated a search for his mother, encouraging her or anyone who may know her to come forward.

UC Riverside, in partnership with city and state agencies, has helped launch the nation's only hydrogen-powered carshare program—offering a clean, affordable transportation alternative to Riverside residents.

The success of a coach often is judged by the number of games or championships won throughout their career. But ask many coaches themselves, and they will say their biggest accomplishments as leaders extend beyond wins and losses.

Despite a California law that provides for the surrender of a newborn baby in specified circumstances, the child was apparently dumped.

Riverside County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 12:39 a.m., deputies from the Perris Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 19000 block of Day Street in Mead Valley regarding a fight.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Investigator Layos at 951-245-3000, or the Riverside County Sheriff’s Dispatch at 951-776-1099.

The body of a Riverside Marine who was killed last month while on duty in New Mexico was returned to California on Monday.