A new plan would reduce speed limits by five to ten miles per hour on more than 100 streets citywide, with a full city council vote expected in the coming weeks.
The cross at the summit of Mount Rubidoux greets the early morning above a still-glowing Riverside. (Luke López) Have a photo that captures the spirit of Riverside? Share it with us and help celebrate the beauty of our community!
Friday Gazette: March 6, 2026
Hello Riverside, and Happy Friday! Amy here. I have something new for you tomorrow. I've put together 🍊 Your Riverside Weekend, a brand new Saturday edition of the Gazette built for those mornings when you have a little more time to breathe. Think: coffee in hand, inbox slowly emptying, finally getting to the stories you meant to read all week. It's a recap of the biggest Gazette news from the past seven days, plus a few fun extras to bring a little whimsy to your weekend. I hope you love it, and if you have thoughts or ideas, don't hesitate to shoot me an email at amy@raincrossgazette.com.
The Downtown Certified Farmers Market relocates to Main Street between 10th and 12th streets this weekend, leaving its home of 20+ years behind.
Why it matters: If you shop the Saturday market, head to the courthouse block — not the old spot near 5th and 6th — starting March 7. Hours stay the same: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Driving the news: Ward 1 Councilmember Phillip Falcone pushed the move to expand the market's footprint and activate a quieter stretch of downtown.
The courthouse grounds offer mature trees, gardens, and more free parking than the current location.
Yes, but: Four longtime market regulars opposed the change in a letter to city officials, saying they learned of the permanent relocation just one week before it takes effect.
They argued the current spot near the Mission Inn and Convention Center drives foot traffic and benefits nearby businesses.
What's next: Falcone says he'll monitor the new location over the coming weeks. If it isn't working after a year, he said, the city will revisit the decision.
Transportation Committee Moves to Lower Speed Limits Throughout the City
A new plan would reduce speed limits by five to ten miles per hour on more than 100 streets citywide, with a full city council vote expected in the coming weeks.
Traffic moves along a Riverside roadway posted at 40 mph as the city considers lowering speed limits on more than 100 streets. (Titus Pardee)
The city's Transportation Committee unanimously approved reducing speed limits by 5–10 mph on more than 100 Riverside streets, with a full council vote coming soon.
Why it matters: If you drive, walk, or bike in Riverside, lower speed limits on 135 streets could be coming to your neighborhood — backed by data showing speed directly drives fatal crash rates.
By the numbers: Riverside logged more than 3,000 speed-related collisions over the past five years, including 40fatalities in 2022 alone.
At 20 mph, pedestrians have a 90% survival rate in a collision. At 40 mph, that drops to 20%.
Driving the news: The committee's vote Wednesday follows a study by RK Engineering, which surveyed 319 streets using radar data, traffic patterns, and five years of crash records.
Of those streets, 135 were flagged for speed limit reductions.
What's new: The committee amended the proposal to include a segment of Victoria Avenue from La Sierra to Tyler — a stretch with 49 new homes under construction — lowering its limit from 45 to 35 mph.
What's next: The proposal heads to City Council for a vote in the coming weeks. If approved, the city will notify residents via social media and its website, and coordinate with Riverside Police on enforcement — with a grace period before citations begin.
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.
Meet Doritos, a gentle sweetheart with a calm curiosity that makes him easy to love. He spent time in foster care with his siblings learning to come out of his shell, and now, with them happily in homes of their own, Doritos is ready to find his new family. He’s the kind of cat who likes to take things at his own pace. With a little patience and affection, he’ll warm up, revealing his affectionate side. Soon this calm and curious boy will become a wonderful pal who’ll brighten your days. Come meet Doritos 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. Alumni updates: Zarina, Thor, & Wendy were adopted! 👏
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