> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🗞️ Riverside News- April 3, 2026 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/riverside-news-april-3-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-03T12:00:23.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:14:42.000Z - Description: Ethics rules now cover online conduct, Hadestown at the Fox... - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/04/Picture1.jpg) A red diamond rattlesnake (Crotalus ruber) coils in the sandy wash at Harford Springs Reserve. (Museum of Riverside) Have a photo that captures the spirit of Riverside? [Share it with us](https://goldstandardca.notion.site/13eef165d2ee80fa91c3de069cc9ec29?ref=raincrossgazette.com) and help celebrate the beauty of our community! **Friday Gazette: April 3, 2026** **Hello Riverside, and Happy Friday!** We are almost out of seats for the Ward 2 candidate forum, and Ward 4 is not far behind. Ward 6 still has room, so if you're in that part of the city, now is the time. These forums are your chance to hear directly from the candidates who want to represent your neighborhood, ask real questions, and make a more informed choice when you head to the polls in June. All three forums are free and open to every Riverside resident. [Register today](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/the-gazette-is-hosting-its-first-ever-candidate-forums-wards-2-4-and-6/) before spots are gone. --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169513/image/0?seed=20260403)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169513/click/0?seed=20260403&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [GOVERNMENT](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/government/) ## City Ethics Rules Now Cover Officials' Online Conduct New language bars city officials from biased or partisan online posts in quasi-judicial matters, but exempts private speech after attorneys raised First Amendment concerns. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/04/RG-Feat-Image-Template-23-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-ethics-rules-now-cover-officials-online-conduct/) City Council approved a state grant application that could bolster Riverside's pro-housing standing — but the city's own numbers reveal how far it has to go. **Why it matters:** Riverside has permitted fewer than 20% of its state-mandated housing target, with zero new units for very-low-income residents since 2021\. This grant — if awarded — must by law fund that hardest-to-reach category. **Driving the news:** Council approved the application Tuesday for up to $1.44 million through the state's Prohousing Incentive Program Round Four, which rewards cities that exceed affordable housing mandates. - If awarded, the city will direct funds to a shovel-ready project — potentially 10 to 65 new affordable units breaking ground within 12 to 18 months. **By the numbers:** Riverside's state-mandated housing goal is 18,458 new homes between 2021 and 2029. - The city has permitted just 31% of its above-moderate-income target — and 0% of its very-low-income target. **The backstory:** Riverside faces state scrutiny after Council rejected $20.1 million in Homekey+ funding in January for a University Avenue project that would have created 114 permanent supportive apartments. The ACLU and two legal organizations sent letters in February citing potential housing law violations; HCD sent a separate letter raising similar concerns. **What's next:** HCD says it is "closely monitoring" Riverside but has not publicly confirmed an investigation. The city says it has not been formally contacted by HCD's Housing Accountability Unit as of March 25. [Read and share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/city-ethics-rules-now-cover-officials-online-conduct/) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=20260403)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=20260403&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [ART & ENTERTAINMENT](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/art-entertainment/) ## The God Who Learned to Feel: 'Hadestown' Comes to The Fox 'Hadestown' actor Nickolaus Colón on why the ancient myth of Hades still moves modern audiences — and why two nights at The Fox are worth clearing your calendar for. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/04/RG-Feat-Image-Template-24-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/the-god-who-learned-to-feel-hadestown-comes-to-the-fox/) Nickolaus Colón as Hades and Hawa Kamara as Eurydice face off as the Fates swirl around them in a scene from the national touring production of "Hadestown." The show plays the Fox Performing Arts Center on April 13 and 14\. (Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade) The national tour of the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical *Hadestown* plays Riverside's Fox Performing Arts Center for two nights this month. **Why it matters:** If you're looking for live theater this spring, this is a rare stop from one of the most acclaimed touring productions in the country — and tickets are still available. **Driving the news:** *Hadestown* runs Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fox, 3801 Mission Inn Ave. - Tickets are available at foxriverside.com or through the American Theatre Guild at americantheatreguild.com. **What they're saying:** Nickolaus Colón, who plays Hades in the touring production, described the role's appeal to men who recognize themselves in a character "desperately trying to provide, even if he is going about it the wrong way." **Catch up quick:** Anaïs Mitchell's musical weaves together the Greek myths of Orpheus and Eurydice and Hades and Persephone inside a Depression-era, post-apocalyptic world. It won Best Musical at the 2019 Tonys and has toured nationally since 2021. **What's next:** Curtain is at 7:30 p.m. both nights. The Fox is at 3801 Mission Inn Ave. [Read and share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/the-god-who-learned-to-feel-hadestown-comes-to-the-fox/) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [ ![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169514/image/0?seed=20260403) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=20260403&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [Adoptable Pet of the Week](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag//) ## Meet Joey! Meet this week’s featured furry friend from the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center. Dedicated to eliminating pet homelessness, the center provides compassionate care and facilitates adoptions for animals in need of loving homes. Find your new companion and help support their mission of humane care and responsible pet ownership. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/04/Joey_dog--sitting--facing-camera.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/04/CeeCee_dog.jpg) Meet Joey, a sweet, easygoing pup who’s happiest right by your side. He’s always ready to snuggle and will quietly keep you company around the house. If you’re looking for a loyal companion, who is calm, easygoing, and who’ll be a great fit for your family, Joey is the one. Joey is ready to settle in and become part of someone’s everyday routine. All dogs of all ages have an adoption fee of just $25 – through April 6th. Come meet Joey and all the adoptable pets at the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center in person. Stop by any day except Tuesdays, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., or learn more at [petsadoption.org](https://petsadoption.org/?ref=raincrossgazette.com). ****Alumni Update:** CeeCee (right) was adopted. She had been waiting since October. 🥳 --- ## Noteworthy Riverside Superior Court is seeking county residents to [apply for Civil Grand Jury service](https://www.riverside.courts.ca.gov/divisions/grand-jury?ref=raincrossgazette.com) — with **today** as the final day to submit applications — for a term overseeing local government operations from July 2026 through June 2027. [RCTC is hosting a free webinar](https://rctc.org/TRPwebinar?ref=raincrossgazette.com) on April 6 to explain its $30 billion Traffic Relief Plan, covering road repairs, transit upgrades, and disaster resilience across Riverside County, with Spanish translation available. 📣 ****See something? Say something.** Your tips and ideas are what fuel The Raincross Gazette. If you know of something newsworthy happening in our city, please [share it with us](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/contact/). --- ## This Weekend in Riverside ### Friday, April 3 - [Volunteer Interest Hour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/volunteer-interest-hour/18161070/2026-04-03T09) at Riverside Meals on Wheels - [Certified Farmers Market](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/new-certified-farmers-market-january-9-at-farm-house-collective/17808448/2026-04-03T10) at Farm House Collective - [Evergreen Cemetery Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/evergreen-cemetery-tour/18314283/2026-04-03T10) at Evergreen Cemetery ($21.20) - [Trio Los Panchos](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/trio-los-panchos/18150401/2026-04-03T19) at Fox Performing Arts Center ### Saturday, April 4 - [Intro to Food Preservation: Safety, Equipment, and Methods](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/intro-to-food-preservation-safety-equipment-and-methods/18305892/2026-04-04T10) at Land Use Learning Center - [Mt. Rubidoux Walking Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/mt-rubidoux-walking-tour/17492780/2026-04-04T10) at Mt. Rubidoux Trailhead, a short walk from Ryan Bonaminio Park. ($21.20) - [Goeske Bingo](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/goeske-bingo/17920930/2026-04-04T09) at Janet Goeske Center ($20- $100) - [Fred Hammond](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/fred-hammond/17956999/2026-04-04T17) at Fox Performing Arts Center - [Johnny Ruiz & the Escapers](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/johnny-ruiz-the-escapers/18374487/2026-04-04T18) at Farm House Collective ### Sunday, April 5 - [Mt. Rubidoux Easter Sunrise Service](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/mt-rubidoux-easter-sunrise-service/18503353/2026-04-05T06) at Mount Rubidoux - [Easter Celebration](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/easter-celebration/18317726/2026-04-05T10) at First Congregational Church of Riverside - [Prayers and Public Information Meeting](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/prayers-and-public-information-meeting/16726617/2026-04-05T11) at Riverside Baha'i Center - [Oddly Manor Sunday Service Variety Show](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/oddly-manor-sunday-service-variety-show/18450279/2026-04-05T21) at The Raincross District ($12.51) - [Sunday Experiment After Dark](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/sunday-experiment-after-dark/14528750/2026-04-05T21) at Downtown Experiment ## Save the Date - April 11: [11th Annual Riverside Art Market](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/11th-annual-riverside-art-market/18280944/2026-04-11T10) at White Park - April 11: [Olivewood Cemetery Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/olivewood-cemetery-tour/18153476/2026-04-11T10) at Olivewood Cemetery ($21.20) - April 12: [The Expeditions of Juan Bautista de Anza through Riverside County](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/the-expeditions-of-juan-bautista-de-anza-through-riverside-county/18308461/2026-04-12T13) at Riverside Medical Clinic Basement Meeting Room - April 17: [Frozen: The Broadway Musical](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/frozen-the-broadway-musical/18267129/2026-04-17T19) at Woodcrest Christian School Royals Pavilion ($15- $20) - April 18: [Blue Zones Project Riverside: Moai Launch Party](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/blue-zones-project-riverside-moai-launch-party/18380677/2026-04-18T10) at North Park - April 18: [Fant-A-She’s](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/fantashes/18337803/2026-04-18T20) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium ($37- $97) - April 23: [Raincross Gazette: Ward 2 Community Forum](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/raincross-gazette-ward-2-community-forum/18495178/2026-04-23T18) at UCR Alumni & Visitors Center - April 29: [Raincross Gazette: Ward 4 Community Forum](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/raincross-gazette-ward-4-community-forum/18495206/2026-04-29T18) at Riverside Citrus State Park - Sunkist Center - May 6: [Senior Conference](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/senior-conference/18498792/2026-05-06T10) at Janet Goeske Center - May 17: [Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/oldfashioned-ice-cream-social/18378314/2026-05-17T12) at Riverside's Heritage House 🗓️ [See More Events](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/)📝 [Submit Your Event](https://hub.cityspark.com/Event/Submission/Raincross?ref=raincrossgazette.com) 📸 [Submit a photo](http://raincrossgazette.com/submitphoto?ref=raincrossgazette.com) to be featured in our newsletters and social media accounts. 🏆 [Nominate a remarkable Riversider](https://rgnotw.paperform.co/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) as Neighbor of the Week.