This Week in City Hall: December 1, 2025
City Council will review representation on mutual water company boards, the Transportation Board considers parking restrictions, turn limits, and speed management measures.
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Opinion: Mayor's Senior Forums Build Community, Combat Loneliness
Mayor Lock Dawson reflects on new outreach series connecting seniors with resources and support as part of effort to ensure no Riversider navigates challenges alone.
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.
I Found a New Barber. My Old One Still Doesn't Know.
A series by Anthony Solorzano exploring Riverside through the eyes of a transplant, as the memory of a hometown slowly fades.
Your Guide to Shopping Small This Holiday Season
From Main Street to neighborhood shops across the city, here's where to find unique gifts while supporting local businesses.
My Mistakes with the Mission Inn ‘For Sale’ Story
The reporting failures that led to errors in our coverage of potential hotel sale rumors.
A Victorian Christmas at Heritage House
The Museum of Riverside invites the community to experience the warmth and traditions of a 19th-century holiday celebration with festive tours and a special open house in December.
Alternative Gift Fair Returns to Riverside with Handmade Gifts Supporting Local Charities
The annual event features vendors from Ten Thousand Villages, Inlandia Institute and dozens of nonprofits, with all proceeds benefiting community causes.
Iconic Mission Inn Hotel Rumored for Sale, Owners Say 'Not True'
Hotel ownership denies private sale talks that multiple sources have reported
Go Go Bird Brings LA-Style Fried Chicken to Farm House Collective
Chef Brandon Kida's restaurant features Szechuan-spiced tenders and offers discounts for UCR students and faculty.
2026 Election: Voter Guide
Everything Riverside voters need to know to cast informed ballots in the June 2026 primary: candidate profiles, ballot measure explanations, and how to register and vote. Updated continuously through Election Day.
City Council Approves $16.8 Million Animal Services Agreement Despite Cost Concerns
Three-year contract with Riverside County includes community programs aimed at reducing shelter intake.
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