Riverside Community Hospital Hosts Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday
Safe disposal event aims to prevent medication misuse and environmental contamination.
Smoke Shop Permit Freeze Extended as City Tackles Illegal Sales
Unanimous vote allows 10-month study period after police seized nearly 80,000 illegal tobacco products from 13 smoke shops this year.
Council Adopts Stricter Meeting Rules Despite Public Concern on Comment Limits
Procedures updated for first time in two years give presiding officer broader discretion to curtail speaker time, with six-month review added after residents raise concerns about reduced public access.
Mayor Lock Dawson to Lead Historic Summit of California's Largest Cities
Coalition representing 11 million Californians will address homelessness, housing and economic development.
Inspector General Approval Delayed Nearly Year After Voter Mandate, Council Cites Independence Language
Four council members vote to push decision to mid-November, citing need to strengthen language about independent legal counsel.
'I Haven't Made It Until I Sell Out the Fox': Brandon Joseph's Riverside Dream
While many musicians claim vague 'LA area' roots, the 27-year-old proudly represents his Inland Empire hometown on debut album.
This Week in City Hall: October 20, 2025
City Council will establish the voter-approved Office of the Inspector General with expanded oversight authority, consider meeting rule changes including Mayor scheduling authority, and review extending the tobacco retail permit moratorium through 2026.
Riverside's Distinctive Raincross Design Becomes 12-foot Sculpture
The collaboration between Councilmember Philip Falcone and metal artist Rico Alderette replicates the midcentury symbol stamped throughout City Hall.