Opinion: Large Fire Impacts Riverside Businesses, Overwhelms Fire Department Resources
A major Northside blaze left four businesses in ruins and exposed just how stretched Riverside's fire department has become.
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Opinion: Riverside Cannot Be Pressured Into a $30 Million Commitment
With reconsideration deadline passed, councilmember argues litigation shouldn't override democratic vote on University Terrace.
Opinion: Fixing the Roads Beneath Your Feet and the Bridges and Crossings That Connect Us
From pothole repairs to a new Mission Boulevard Bridge and a long-awaited Third Street railroad solution, the city is making major investments in its transportation infrastructure.
The Mortgage Already Branded Me
A series by Anthony Solorzano exploring Riverside through the eyes of a transplant, as the memory of a hometown slowly fades.
Opinion: Riverside Needs to Fund Fire Department Growth - And Soon
Extending Measure Z Is the Right Choice for Riverside's Fire Department.
Opinion - Buses Rock: Lessons From the RTA
A temporary transit rider discovers the kindness, humanity, and connections that make Riverside's buses more than just transportation.
Opinion: Homelessness in Riverside — What We Can Do, What We Can't, and Why We Won't Give Up
Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson addresses common misconceptions about homelessness and explains the legal, financial, and systemic constraints cities face—while outlining Riverside's ongoing efforts to find solutions.
Two Perspectives on University Terrace: Should Riverside Reconsider?
One councilmember who voted no can bring the project back before Feb. 3. Two residents explain why they should—or shouldn't.
Opinion: SAWPA Marks Half-Century of Regional Water Stewardship
Joint powers authority celebrates 50 years protecting Santa Ana River watershed resources.
Opinion: Riverside Is Leveling Up — And You’re Invited to Be Part of It
Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson invites the community to the 2026 State of the City address, highlighting Riverside's progress in public safety, economic development, and quality of life.
Letter to the Editor: Let's Make Generosity a Year-Round Practice
Family Promise director asks Riverside neighbors to extend holiday spirit of giving into every season.
Opinion: Agreement on Reduced Diversion of Colorado River Water Proving Elusive
Seven states, tribal nations and Mexico face August 2026 deadline to agree on managing 4-million-acre-foot annual water deficit before federal government imposes allocation plan.