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  • Gusty winds, cold front forecast for early this week

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    SAN DIEGO & RIVERSIDE COUNTIES - The National Weather Service has announced that strong, gusty winds will be present in San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties late Monday night, Dec. 2, through late Tuesday night, Dec. 3. It was also stated that a strong cold front will move through these areas late Tuesday and through early Wednesday. Those traveling in mountain and/or desert areas in these counties are advised to use caution as wind gusts are expected to reach 60 mph in many locations. Elsewhere wind is expected...

  • Pendleton General to lead probe of Afghan desecration video

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    SAN DIEGO - A three-star general based at Camp Pendleton will head investigations into the widely publicized video that appears to show four Marines urinating on the corpses of enemy fighters in Afghanistan, the Pentagon announced today. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of Marine Corps Forces Central Command, will serve as the ''consolidated disposition authority'' in reviewing allegations stemming from the graphic images, which became public via Internet postings this week, according to a statement from...

  • Dehydrated, hypothermic olive ridley sea turtle rescued from Camp Pendleton beach

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    SAN DIEGO - A dehydrated, underweight and hypothermic olive ridley sea turtle was rescued from a beach at Camp Pendleton today, according to SeaWorld San Diego. Veterinarians said the turtle had some damage to its shell and ingested some plastic trash. Plastic bags are mistaken for food by sea turtles and can cause intestinal problems. ''Sea turtles tend to feed on jellyfish -- plastic trash that floats in the ocean is often mistaken for jellyfish,'' said Dr. Hendrik Nollens, a SeaWorld veterinarian. ''This is a perfect...

  • Superior Court Offers Certified Copies of Records Via Internet

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - Beginning Tuesday, users of the Riverside County Superior Court website will be able to request certified copies of publicly viewable documents from the family law, probate and civil divisions of the court. Fees will be charged for use of the online tool, but court officials didn't specify the rates. According to the court, certified copies of any imaged document that is available for public scrutiny can be ordered via the website. Copy requests will be processed within five business days, and postage costs will... Full story

  • Second Suspect Identified in Fatal New Year's Eve Shooting

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - Authorities turned to the public today for help locating a man suspected of gunning down a 19-year-old Riverside resident at a New Year's Eve party. Michael Paul Rosas, 30, is wanted in connection with the fatal attack on Vincent Delgado. Shortly after the Dec. 31 shooting, Rosas' alleged accomplice, 24-year- old Ernie Leonard Moreno, was arrested and charged in the case. However, Rosas' whereabouts remain unknown, according to Riverside police Sgt. Dan Russell. He said Delgado was partying at a house in the...

  • Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Men in Car-to-Car Shooting

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - A death sentence was handed down today for a Compton drug dealer who killed two men in a vehicle-to-vehicle shooting on the Riverside (91) Freeway and later attempted to gun down three boys near his house. Jawaun Deion Graham, 35, was convicted last July of carrying out the Jan. 22, 2006, attack that claimed the lives of Manuel Gomez, 24, of Anaheim, and Joel Rio-Sosa, 26, of Moreno Valley. Jurors recommended capital punishment on July 16, about a week after convicting Graham of two counts of first-degree murder,...

  • Hemet Man Dies While on Hike with Friend

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    HEMET - A 24-year-old hiker was found dead today on a mountain trail east of Hemet. Vladislav Lesnik, of Hemet, suddenly became ill around 5 p.m. Thursday while hiking with a male friend in his 20s, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. Unable to turn around and go back down the mountainside, Lesnik remained behind while his companion went for help, according to the sheriff's department. However, because of his unfamiliarity with the terrain, the man could not lead rescuers to the site where he had left... Full story

  • Sheriff's deputies seek suspect in beer run

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    Sheriff’s deputies are asking the Fallbrook community to help identify a suspect in beer runs that occurred on Jan. 8 and 9. According to Sheriff’s detective Steve Ashkar, the individual is a white male, aged 18 to 25. He stands at approximately 5'7", weighs 170 pounds and has a mustache. The individual allegedly stole beer from the Mobil/Circle K at 4730 Pala Rd. – near the intersection of the SR 76 and Highway 15 – in Fallbrook. The suspect has not been ide...

  • UC Regents to Meet in Riverside to Discuss Budget, Other Matters

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    RIVERSIDE - The University of California Board of Regents will meet next week in Riverside, where the policymaking body will take a closer look at the governor's budget plan and review a report on diversity within the UC system. The regents are scheduled to meet in regular session on the UC Riverside campus Wednesday and Thursday. According to the board's agenda, the first day's business includes consideration of a report on diversity at the University of California. The meeting will be open to the public. On Thursday, the...

  • Girls soccer starts 2012 with win and tie

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    Fallbrook High School's girls soccer team began 2012 with a 1-0 win January 6 at Orange Glen and a scoreless tie January 10 at home against Canyon Crest. The two matches, the final ones for Fallbrook before the start of the Avocado East League season, gave the Warriors a season record of 5-8-1. "They're playing good as a team, and they're excited to play," said Fallbrook coach Kevin Koptieff. The goal against Orange Glen was scored midway in the second half. "Sydney Richelieu...

  • County agency designated to handle remaining affordable housing projects

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    RIVERSIDE – The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has designated the county Housing Authority to manage publicly funded affordable housing projects begun by the Redevelopment Agency, which was eliminated by state legislation last year along with nearly 400 similar agencies throughout California. In a 4-0 vote – with Chairman John Tavaglione absent – the board named the Housing Authority as “successor agency” to the county Redevelopment Agency in all housing-related matters. The county’s Economic Developm... Full story

  • The wardrobes of Hollywood classics to take the stage

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    MENIFEE –On Saturday, Jan. 14, experience what it’s like to watch the stars walk the red carpet as your favorite Tinseltown classics come to life in “Hollywood Revisited.” This stunning musical revue showcases a truly dazzling lineup of costumes actually worn by the stars in the original Hollywood films. Set to the music that defined the times and presented by top notch Broadway and Hollywood performers, “Hollywood Revisited” will leave you in awe as you learn about and come close enough to touch these original...

  • Take a tour of historic Old Town Temecula

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    TEMECULA –Start off your weekend with a fun and unique experience for friends and family alike. A historical docent guided tour of Old Town Temecula will take place on Jan. 14 where you can feel the early 1900’s come to life. Hear colorful stories and events from the past about Joe Winkels who entertained legends Jack Dempsey, Jack Sharkey, and Fatty Arbuckle at the Ramona Inn. Learn about Temecula’s first bank and its daring bank robbery. See Temecula’s oldest landmarks and hear about its most intriguing local chara...

  • Get an inside look on how to make olive oil

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    AGUANGA – Temecula Olive Oil Company (TOOC) conducts tours of its ranch in Aguanga, 18 miles east of Old Town Temecula, on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at 10 a.m. by reservation. TOOC grows a variety of California olives and presses them using traditional methods to create extra virgin olive oil. The tour explains the process and ends with a tasting. The cost for adults is $15; children under 13 are complimentary. Call (951) 693-0607 to make reservations and purchase tickets. The company operates four...

  • A night of jazz to benefit hospice services

    Updated Jan 13, 2012

    SAN JACINTO - On Sunday, Feb. 12, from 4-7 p.m., The Community Hospice Services and Hemet Hospice Service Volunteers will be presenting the perfect Valentine’s date. A finger-snapping, toe-tapping, jazz filled night will take place in the AC Lounge at Soboboa Casino. The evening includes smooth jazz and vocals, refreshments, hor’doevres, a door prize, and a silent auction including overnight stays, custom framed autographed record albums, musician photos, and more. Those to perform are Open Road, native to the Temecula are...

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