Sixty Years Later, Lowell School Arson Remains Unsolved as Eastside Gets First New School
Unsolved arson sparked integration that transformed American education; new school opens six decades later.
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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.
Games of the Week: September 5-11, 2025
Lancer Women’s Soccer on a Sunday night and CSDR returns to Arlington Ave. for their first home game of the season.
September ArtsWalk Features New Mural and Artist Meet & Greet
Meet Ward 7 Artist in Residency Mano Mirande and see Riverside's newest mural at the corner of University & Lemon at 6 p.m.
Riverside Company Denied Restraining Order Against Attempted Shareholder
Judge denies Gage Canal's restraining order against whistleblower Jason Hunter, finding no evidence of violence or credible threats in his attempts to become a shareholder.
Riverside's Slice Scene: Six Spots for Pizza on the Go
Local guide to the city's best grab-and-go pizza options, from $2 bargains to award-winning varieties.
September Rundown: Crosstown Rivalries and Festival Season
College soccer showdowns highlight month packed with arts festivals, live music and community events.
The Riverside Plumber Tells a Great Story
How John Riley Dixon packed the house with punk rock stories and walked away with a scene full of friends.
This Week in City Hall: September 1, 2025
City Council will consider a three-year $53 million labor agreement while the Board of Ethics will hear cannabis business applicants' allegations of open meeting law violations against Councilmembers Conder, Mill, Perry and Robillard.
Opinion: Smarter Tools, Stronger Service
From Rivy the chatbot to smarter city operations, digital tools are making city government more efficient and accessible.
Van Buren Boulevard, Where Traffic and Sleepiness Thrive
A series by Anthony Solorzano exploring Riverside through the eyes of a transplant, as the memory of a hometown slowly fades.
Neighbor of the Week: Katie Wider
Each week, we will introduce a new neighbor. This is not a who's who list. These are regular Riversiders doing exceptional things.
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