The Palms Among Us
From citrus grove markers to wildlife apartments, Riverside's iconic skydusters reveal surprising stories about our landscape and the creatures who call them home.
Your Nocturnal Backyard Zoo: The Thrilling Three
From opossums to raccoons to skunks, Riverside backyards come alive after dark with a cast of nocturnal neighbors worth knowing.
August Showers Bring … Tumbleweeds!
How August rains spark a green glow in Riverside’s hills — and fuel the rise of a powerful new tumbleweed species born right here.
Why the Black Phoebe Is Riverside’s Perfect Signature Bird
Amid the summer lull of browns and grays, the tuxedoed Black Phoebe stands out—active, distinctive and ever-present—embodying Riverside’s resilience and charm year‑round.
Thousands Join 'No Kings Day' Protest in Downtown Riverside
Riverside becomes part of global movement drawing 10 million participants worldwide.
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.
Riverside's White Sentinels: How to Tell Your Egrets Apart
Two elegant white birds grace our waterways, but telling a Snowy from a Great Egret requires knowing where to look.
“Lead with Joy”: Ari Shapiro Shares Stories and Wisdom with Riverside
The All Things Considered co-host brought humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom to the University Theatre stage, sharing stories from the field and lessons for a life well-lived.
Where Did Riverside’s Famous Jail Birds Go?
The city’s beloved Peregrine Falcons have mysteriously vanished from their longtime nesting spot atop the downtown jail. Could avian flu be to blame—or is there still hope for their return?
The Little Things That Mean a Lot
Researchers reveal how trillions of microscopic companions shape our health and connect us to the world.
Of Chupacabras and Coyotes
Riverside has its own cryptid legend—the chupacabra. While skeptics point to mangy coyotes, eyewitnesses claim something larger and more menacing lurks in the shadows.
Love, Acorns, and Drama: The Wild Romances of Riverside’s Favorite Woodpecker
This Valentine’s Day, take a closer look at the Acorn Woodpecker—Riverside’s most social (and scandalous) bird, where love, family, and survival are all part of the story.