Young readers made a splash during the County Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, discovering new books, building reading skills and celebrating a summer filled with learning and imagination. Read more below to see how local readers made waves this summer. ...

Colorful traditions, music and dance come alive during Hispanic Heritage Month as communities across the Inland Empire celebrate the generations of Hispanic and Latino residents who have helped shape our region. Discover the stories, culture and contributions behind this month-long celebration—read more below. ...

President Debbie Earle receiving toys from Paragon Tattoo. To her left is owner Julius Vargas and her right is Cheyenne. Paragon Tattoo is now located at 13373 Perris Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (951-601-1200)
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When a homicide case reaches its conclusion in court, the legal process may establish a sentence, but the emotional consequences for surviving families can continue for a lifetime. That distinction has become central to a new statewide controversy following Governor Gavin Newsom's November 5 announcement that he intends to commute all 548 California death sentences to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. ...

Heidi Duron , Stacey Dabbs , Mayor Navarro, Fire Chief Weems & Deb Farrar ...

Group photos of WVWD Board Members and winning students of the 2026 Poster Contest ...

During National Scholarship Month, families are encouraged to check their eligibility for scholarships supporting college and career training. ...

Photo caption: The CARE Project’s Vice President, Diana Jaurigue, with President & Founder Carrie Madrid, who is wearing the LympheDIVAS compression sleeve on her left arm. Donated compression garments help manage swelling and are essential to daily care for many breast cancer survivors. ...

Completed project establishes a strategic fuel break between Highway 18 and Devil Canyon while removing thousands of discarded tires. Along the northern edge of San Bernardino, the landscape changes quickly from residential neighborhoods to foothills covered with vegetation that can become dangerous during wildfire season. ...

For many military veterans, the most meaningful recognition does not come from an elaborate ceremony or a large public gathering. Sometimes it comes from sitting across a table from someone who understands the meaning of service, sharing a meal and knowing that their contributions have not been forgotten. ...

For families balancing rent, utilities, transportation and grocery expenses, the approach of the holiday season can bring financial pressure alongside the anticipation of family celebrations. A household may be managing its regular expenses carefully, only to encounter an unexpected medical bill, reduced working hours or a vehicle repair that leaves less money available for food. ...

For teenagers, finding a place where they feel comfortable being themselves can make an important difference during the years between childhood and adulthood. Friendships change, school responsibilities grow, and young people begin exploring their interests and independence. In Colton, the Thompson Teen Center provides a community setting where those experiences can unfold through organized recreation, creative activities and opportunities to connect with other teenagers. ...