Community Groups Hold 'People's State of the City' Outside City Hall
Advocates criticized the city's housing policies and called for reconsideration of the rejected Homekey+ grant.
Fairmount Park Master Plan Seeks Balance Between Preservation and Progress
City proposes major reconstruction of 127-year-old park's historic core, including rebuilt bandshell and golf course changes.
Raincross Rundown: The Best of Riverside in February 2026
A curated list of upcoming events and happenings The Gazette team is most excited about.
This Week in City Hall: February 2, 2026
Council will consider a 117-unit apartment development in La Sierra, award $1.95 million for street maintenance, while the Park and Recreation Commission reviews design plans for a two-mile Gage Canal trail connecting Northside to UC Riverside.
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Community Groups Hold 'People's State of the City' Outside City Hall
Advocates criticized the city's housing policies and called for reconsideration of the rejected Homekey+ grant.
Opinion: Homelessness in Riverside — What We Can Do, What We Can't, and Why We Won't Give Up
Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson addresses common misconceptions about homelessness and explains the legal, financial, and systemic constraints cities face—while outlining Riverside's ongoing efforts to find solutions.
A Voice from the Mission Inn: Ormonde Wilson's Journey from Watchman to War Hero
The tenor soloist who sang at Booker T. Washington's memorial service traded his Mission Inn post for the battlefields of World War I, earning a place on Frank Miller's banner of heroes.
Kadir Nelson Finds Joy, History and Inclusion Through Basketball
The award-winning author and illustrator explores basketball's history and its power to bring people together in his new book "Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game"
Sticky Fingers
A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
State of the City Recognizes Community Impact, Innovation and Beautification
Civil Rights Institute named Riverside Hero, Edge Sound Research wins innovation honor, 15 projects earn beautification awards at annual address.
Two Perspectives on University Terrace: Should Riverside Reconsider?
One councilmember who voted no can bring the project back before Feb. 3. Two residents explain why they should—or shouldn't.
A 12-Year-Old Folded Newspapers and Read Dan Bernstein's Column; Now He's Naming a Writing Room After Him
Bob Marshall's Typewriter Muse expands with a dedicated space honoring Riverside's longtime Press-Enterprise columnist.
Government
State of the City Recognizes Community Impact, Innovation and Beautification
Civil Rights Institute named Riverside Hero, Edge Sound Research wins innovation honor, 15 projects earn beautification awards at annual address.
Mayor Declares Riverside is "Leveling Up" in State of the City Address
Mayor reports crime down 35%, jobs up 18,000, and major healthcare expansion in fifth annual address to business community.
Council Approves Warehouse Restrictions After Years of Community Pressure
New rules limit building sizes near schools and homes, expand public notification and implement state standards.
Council Advances Five Tax Options Despite Voter Fatigue Warnings
Council will make final decisions February 24 with March 6 deadline for June ballot.
Events
Community Musicians Join Students in UCR Orchestra Concerts
The 70-member ensemble features Mozart, Bizet and Mexican folk traditions with tickets starting at $6.
Mark Your Calendar: 50+ Annual Events Coming to Riverside in 2026
From the Festival of Lights to DĂa de los Muertos, here are the annual celebrations, cultural festivals and community gatherings to pencil into your calendar now. Details will be added to our community calendar as they become available.
Friends of Mt. Rubidoux Launch Photo and Art Contest for Peace Tower's 100th Anniversary
Contest offers $250 prizes in two categories, with winning entries to be displayed at Mission Inn Foundation exhibit space.
Riverside History Walk Returns to Main Street After 13 Years in Storage
Commemorative stones marking city's defining moments will be rededicated Dec. 9.
History
A Voice from the Mission Inn: Ormonde Wilson's Journey from Watchman to War Hero
The tenor soloist who sang at Booker T. Washington's memorial service traded his Mission Inn post for the battlefields of World War I, earning a place on Frank Miller's banner of heroes.
Joseph Schneider Rode Into Flames for 46 Years
Riverside's longest-serving fire chief modernized the department, survived smoke inhalation and a bicycle crash, and never asked his men to face dangers he wouldn't confront himself.
Riverside's Building Boom: Four Landmarks from 1925
A century ago, the city issued more than $2 million in building permits for the third straight year, transforming downtown with structures that still shape our landscape.
Frank Miller's Christmas Pageant Brought Mission Inn Family Together
For 20 years, the inn's founder staged an annual Nativity production blending California mission history with the Christmas story.
Art & Entertainment
Kadir Nelson Finds Joy, History and Inclusion Through Basketball
The award-winning author and illustrator explores basketball's history and its power to bring people together in his new book "Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game"
Community Musicians Join Students in UCR Orchestra Concerts
The 70-member ensemble features Mozart, Bizet and Mexican folk traditions with tickets starting at $6.
Riverside Art Museum's Fourth Fridays Celebrates Underground Music History
Jan. 23 event includes DJ, new additions to '60 Miles East' exhibit, food and beverages.
RUSD Honors Musical Brings Students Together Under the Spotlight
High schoolers from across the district transform from strangers to collaborators through months of rehearsals, gaining professional theater experience and life skills that extend far beyond the stage.