Rialto Unified board member voted not once, but twice, to hire his mother
When he apologized for his August 2022 vote to hire a relative, Edgar Montes neglected to mention he had done it eight months earlier as well.
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Prop. 36 triggers retail theft crackdown aimed at repeat offenders in Southern California
Police and prosecutors throughout the region say they now have tools available to help fight criminals who prey on businesses.
Lawmakers pushing to disqualify aging violent sex offenders from early parole
One of the bills, Mary Bella's Law, is named after two Riverside County child rape victims whose attackers are now in their late 60s.
No criminal charges filed against Rialto Unified middle school students involved in classroom tussle
District Attorney Jason Anderson's decision was praised by community activists who nevertheless are concerned about race relations at Jehue Middle School.
Boy-girl fight at Rialto Unified middle school, caught on video, prompts investigation
The video circulating on social media this week showed a boy slamming a much smaller girl head first into a table before she collapsed to the ground.
Alleged racism at Redlands elementary school prompts outcry from parents, community
The parents claim their son was subjected to racist taunts and demanded that the school board take action to combat racism in schools.
Rialto Unified superintendent fired after nearly 10-month leave
Cuauhtemoc Avila, who has a contract through June 2027, was ousted without a public explanation after a probe into sexual harassment allegations against him.
5 men charged in San Bernardino murder-for-hire scheme
Yesenia "Jessica" Torres, whose killing was captured on video, was described as a well-respected businesswoman undergoing a contentious divorce.
Midair collision reignites national concerns over air traffic controller shortage
FAA and union officials would not address whether Southern California airport towers are fully staffed, but the shortage has affected facilities nationwide.
Judge orders Anza-based Christian college to cease operating, revokes license
Top officials at Olivet University showed a "cavalier attitude" toward compliance with state laws, judge rules.