Zest Day
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Hundreds Rally in Riverside to Support Immigrant Community Amid ICE Raids
Protest draws diverse crowd opposing deportation efforts.
Four Candidates Vie for Assembly District 63 Seat in June 24 Special Election
Runoff election possible Aug. 26 if no candidate wins majority.
Opinion: An Open Letter to Our Federal Representatives — Prioritize Local Needs
To all Congressional Representatives representing the Riverside region: As constituents of your district and proud members of our community, we
UC Riverside Library Showcases Evolution of Cyberpunk Through Comics
The exhibit at UC Riverside’s Tomás Rivera Library explores how cyberpunk has evolved from a 1980s science fiction subgenre into a lens for examining modern technology and identity.
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Zest Day
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Riverside Athlete Has Strong Showing at Special Olympics State Games
Former Poly High track athlete participated in multiple events at the Southern California Summer Games.
The Double Life of the Brown Garden Snail
Riverside’s most common garden pest is also a culinary delicacy, offering a surprising story of global migration, gourmet appeal, and invasive impact.
Plan Ahead for a Season of Spectacle: Tickets for A CBU Christmas and 2025–26 Theatre Now Available
California Baptist University opens ticket sales earlier than ever for its popular performing arts lineup, encouraging Riverside families to secure seats now for a season of musicals, plays, and a beloved holiday tradition.
Stain by Me
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Riverside Teen Stars in New Documentary About Homeschooling
Tilly Paasch and her sisters share their experience being filmed for "Homeschooled," now streaming nationwide.
Summer Lawn Season Brings Electric Equipment Exchange Opportunity
South Coast AQMD offers up to 75% savings on electric lawn tools in trade for old gas-powered equipment.
Opinion: Riverside County’s Mental Health Crisis Meets a Turning Point — Thanks to You
With voter-approved Proposition 1 funding, Riverside County is set to dramatically expand its mental health infrastructure—offering long-overdue care for children, teens, and adults, and marking a major shift in how the region addresses behavioral health.
Government
Riverside Sets Community Meeting for $200M Adventure Park Project
City seeks resident input on Northside development featuring Olympic-caliber sports facilities and affordable housing.
Riverside Tightens Screws on Metal Theft with Strict Dealer Regulations
Millions in damages prompt Council to target cash payments, require extensive record-keeping.
Regional Elected Officials Urge Riverside to Bury Power Lines Amid Wildfire Concerns
Letter urges Riverside to reconsider approved transmission line project due to wildfire risks, without addressing additional costs.
City Manager Highlights Achievements, Outlines Vision for 2025
Public safety improvements, infrastructure investments, and economic development initiatives take center stage in an annual update from Mike Futrell.
Events
Classic Cruisers Take Over Downtown Streets
Annual Show and Go draws thousands as over 1,000 vehicles parade through Downtown course.
2025 Grow Conference: Cultivating Knowledge, Building Resilience
The 2025 Grow Conference Returns with Insightful Sessions, Farm Tours, and a Rooftop Feast.
Mission Inn Foundation Hosts Monopoly Tournament at Citrus Park
Play the official Riverside Edition Monopoly for real prizes for a great cause.
La Sierra University’s Brandstater Gallery Hosts Collection of Biblical Movie Posters
The collection is an exploration of media and genre. A reception will be held on Sunday Night.
History
Hollywood Comes to Riverside: Fox Film Shoots "David Harum" at Local Fairgrounds
Will Rogers stars in adaptation of bestselling novel, bringing 150-person crew and hiring hundreds of local extras.
Riverside in 1924
As we enter 2025, we look back 100 years to Riverside in December 1924, offering a glimpse of life through local businesses, entertainment, and everyday purchases.
Remembering “The Happy Side Is Riverside”Campaign
Riverside’s "Happy Side" campaign set out to showcase the city’s charm, foster community pride, and draw in visitors—despite some local controversy.
Museum of Riverside Celebrates 1920s Fashion in ‘Roaring Riverside’ Exhibit
Exhibition highlights carefree, sparkling styles of the decade.
Art & Entertainment
Plan Ahead for a Season of Spectacle: Tickets for A CBU Christmas and 2025–26 Theatre Now Available
California Baptist University opens ticket sales earlier than ever for its popular performing arts lineup, encouraging Riverside families to secure seats now for a season of musicals, plays, and a beloved holiday tradition.
Riverside's Nightlife Evolution Creates Gap for Mid-Sized Music Venues
New 'Garden Room' at RMA aims to showcase local talent in intimate setting.
Riley O’Neill Tells The Story of His Grandfather’s Iconic Watercolors on YouTube
Don O’Neill is a watercolor pioneer and a civic legend. His unique vision of our city is an enduring treasure.
La Sierra University’s Brandstater Gallery Hosts Collection of Biblical Movie Posters
The collection is an exploration of media and genre. A reception will be held on Sunday Night.