City Opens Search for Inspector General, a New Watchdog Role
The city is recruiting for a new watchdog position created after voters approved Measure L, though some question whether the appointed role can operate independently.
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Shopping Cart Enforcement Program to Continue After Pilot Tracks 1,300 Carts
Three-month pilot logged 1,317 carts citywide; safety concerns dominate debate over staffing.
Olive Crest, Crest Community Church Break Ground on Foster Youth Housing
"Crest Cottages” pairs nonprofit services with congregational support to address isolation facing aged-out youth.
Ward 4 Challengers Break With Incumbent on Homeless Housing Vote at First Candidate Forum
First of three neighborhood forums draws 13 candidates across Wards 2, 4, and 6.
Fire Chief Warns Department Can't Keep Pace; Seeks 84 Firefighters, 2 New Stations
Staffing has held flat for seven years while calls increased 26% — and the city has no funding identified for the proposed fix.
Council Rejects $20 Million State Grant for Homeless Housing Project
4-3 vote kills 114-unit conversion of University Avenue motel; Homekey+ funds return to state.
Mission Bridge Replacement Set to Begin After Council OKs $4M Funding Boost
Construction begins this spring on 67-year-old span; city's share of $91 million project rises to $5.2 million.
Council to Vote on $30 Million Homeless Housing Project After State Awards Funding
114-unit conversion of University Avenue motel would be city's largest permanent supportive housing development.
Council Members Move to Strip Their Names from Taxpayer-Funded Ward Events
Committee advances policy removing council member branding from $525,000 program while debating election-year restrictions.
Fairmount Park Armory to Become Brewery, Beer Garden Under New Lease
Thompson Brewing Co. will convert vacant 1959 military building into brewery, beer garden and event space under deal approved Tuesday.
Council Unanimously Certifies Convention Center EIR, Denies Union-backed Appeals
Decision clears environmental hurdle for Riverside Alive project after seven-year process.
Downtown Street to Get Honorary Name for Late Fire Captain Tim Strack
Captain Tim Strack Parkway" will appear on signs along Lime Street but won't change addresses.
After Five Years, The Raincross Gazette Is Just Getting Started
New investment brings dedicated City Hall reporter, expanded coverage, and sustainable operations to Riverside's local newsroom.