Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Animal Friends Of The Valleys Slashes Pet Adoption Fees Through July 25
Animal Friends of the Valleys is a nonprofit animal shelter headquartered at 33751 Mission Trail in Wildomar.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
- Temecula, CA
Toni McAllister has more than 25 years of journalism experience and has been on editorial staffs with a number of national and local media outlets. She has been published thousands of times and has even authored a few books along the way. In her free time she enjoys running, hiking, tennis, cycling, swimming and spending time with her horses. She is a graduate of Cal State Long Beach with bachelor's degree in journalism. Reach her at toni.mcallister@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Crews Make Progress On Brush Fire Burning Near 215 Freeway In Riverside County, See Map
Crews were hiking across rugged terrain to reach the head of the blaze.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
LA Man Linked To Coachella Valley Retail Theft Operation: RSO
Artavazd Grigoryan, 59, was taken into custody Monday during the execution of a search warrant.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
See Your Assessed Property Value: 2026 Data Finalized In Riverside County
The 2026 assessed values for individual properties are now available for review.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Driver Killed In La Quinta Vehicle Crash ID'd As Local Resident
The driver, who was the vehicle's sole occupant, was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
Sen. Seyarto Named '2026 State Elected Official Of The Year' By Riverside Sheriffs' Association
Seyarto represents California's 32nd Senate District, which includes cities in Southwest Riverside County.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
From Orbit To Foothills: How CA Is Deploying New Tech To Catch Wildfires In Minutes
With high-severity fires up thirtyfold in recent decades, local and state officials are using technology to save lives and property.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Contract Calls For Beaumont USD To Pay More Than $2.3 Million For 3 School Resource Officers
The contract period is three years.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Cat Rescue Hopes Dozens Of Felines Will Purr Out Their Lives In Lake Elsinore
"In effect, the rescue cats are treated as family pets and not as commercial commodities," city documents state.
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Suspect Shot, Killed In Corona After Attacking Woman With Rock: PD
The woman did not know the man, according to police.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Public Library Closed Through Aug. 2, Upgrades Underway
The library, located at 8 Town Square, will reopen on Monday, Aug. 3.
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Palm Desert, CA|News|
Tickets Go On Sale For Coachella Valley Lakers’ Inaugural 2026-27 Season
The NBA G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers will play 24 regular-season home games at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Injured Bald Eagle Found In Big Bear Is 'Likely' Area's Beloved Jackie
Speculation has mounted online that the rescued bird is Jackie, the bald eagle whose nest, perched above Big Bear Lake, is monitored 24/7.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
IE School Proctor Targeted Children On Social Media, More Victims Sought: SBCSD
Investigators discovered he allegedly used the online usernames “lucidblue17” and “voidhubb” across social media platforms to contact kids.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Man Who Jumped To His Death Off 215 Freeway ID'd As 57-Year-Old Riverside Resident
His lifeless body was found at Saturday in the landscaped area of eastbound state Route 60, just east of the northbound Interstate 215.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Details Released On Late-Night Bust In Lake Elsinore
Aleve Fakhoury, 22, of Temecula, and Stephen Gaytan, 39, of Perris, were taken into custody in Lake Elsinore.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula|News|
Temecula Man Released From Custody Following Theft Investigation
Aleve Fakhoury, 22, of Temecula, and Stephen Gaytan, 39, of Perris, were taken into custody in Lake Elsinore.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
2 Historic Hot Springs Resorts In Southwest Riverside County Receive National Recognition
They were selected as the top-two geothermal wellness destinations in the country.
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Temecula|News|
Prosecuting Some Sex Crimes Just Got Easier In CA, And Riverside County Is Onboard
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2147, a new law that strengthens California's ability to prosecute certain sexual offenses.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Judy Garland's Granddaughter Appearing At Special 'Wizard of Oz' Screening In Palm Springs
Vanessa O'Neil will introduce the 1939 film classic and join the audience for a Q&A.
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