🗞️ Riverside News- January 29, 2026
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City Council Candidates Unite Behind Underground Power Lines at Second Forum
Ten candidates across three wards voiced support for burying RTRP transmission lines to reduce fire risk.
Riverside Families March to Teach King's Legacy
Rose Mayes started Riverside's MLK walk-a-thon 31 years ago when she noticed the city had no tributes to the civil rights leader — now hundreds march annually to pass his message to the next generation.
Letter to the Editor: Let's Make Generosity a Year-Round Practice
Family Promise director asks Riverside neighbors to extend holiday spirit of giving into every season.
City Hall Tours Inspire Next Generation of Civic Leaders
Councilmember Falcone's "50 for 50 Challenge" brings students behind the scenes to spark interest in local government.
MLK High School Pushes Back on Statewide Cell Phone Ban Trend
As California districts rush to restrict phones, Riverside students, teachers and administrators question whether the benefits outweigh the costs.
Riverside Introduces New AI Assistant to Website
Rivy helps navigate the City’s expansive online services.
Neighbors Say Trader Joe’s is Top Choice to Replace Empty Rite Aid Near Woodcrest
Community members point to the grocery chain as the best fit for the Van Buren Boulevard site, though concerns about traffic and safety remain.
New Exhibit Reveals Riverside as Home to America's First Koreatown
'Building Our Region's Korean Communities' exhibit highlights 1905 Pachappa Camp discovery by UC Riverside researcher.
'Dr. J' Shares Back-to-School Health Tips for Local Families
Kaiser's pediatrics chief emphasizes sleep schedules, vaccinations and mental wellness as students return to classrooms.
Opinion: A Glimpse Into the Future of Transportation — Without a Steering Wheel
A quiet ride through the Riverside Airport hints at a bold future: Ohmio’s self-driving electric shuttles are bringing autonomous public transportation to the city—starting slow, but aiming big.
Beyond the Orange Groves: Riverside's Small Farm Revolution
As organizations work to develop 1,000 vacant acres, family farmers are already transforming small plots into diverse agricultural operations that feed the community.
Riverside Garden Tips for July 2025
Tips on what to plant, when to pick, and what to watch out for in your home garden.