Caltrans Resuming Road Work on I-15 at Southbound Cajon Pass Weigh Station
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is alerting the public that construction contractors continue performing work along Interstate 15 (I-15) south-bound (SB), for the $25M Cajon Weigh Station Relocation Project. This project will relocate the SB Cajon Weigh Station and Truck Safety Check Area in Cajon. The existing facility is closed. Crews will perform work...
SBCUSD Leaders Shine Bright with Top Honors from ACSA Region 12
SAN BERNARDINO, CA— Three distinguished leaders from the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) have been recognized by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 12 for their exceptional leadership, commitment to excellence and dedication to advancing equity in education. Honored on May 19 at the ACSA Region 12 Spring Awards Dinner at the DoubleTree in Ontario were: Dr. Amy Coker, Director...
Upland native serving with Navy Medicine in Cuba advances in rank
By Ashley Craig, Navy Office of Community Outreach MILLINGTON, TN – Petty Officer 3rd Class Taotao Zhang, a native of Upland, California, recently advanced in rank while serving aboard U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) Guantanamo Bay at U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Zhang, a 2023 graduate of Alta Loma High School, became eligible for accelerated advancement based...
First 5 San Bernardino Emphasizing Importance of Children’s Water Safety
Every second counts when it comes to children's water safety, as drowning can occur often in mere moments. First 5 San Bernardino's "Kid Safe Summer" campaign underscores the critical need for constant supervision around water sources, providing essential resources and guidelines to protect children during water play. Even a brief lapse in attention near pools, bathtubs, or other water bodies...
Local Agencies Request Clarity and Collaboration on Chino Basin Program State Funding
ONTARIO, CA — Four Inland Empire water agencies, the cities of Chino, Montclair, and Ontario, along with the Monte Vista Water District, have submitted a joint letter to the California Water Commission (CWC) requesting a review of the Chino Basin Program's (CBP) ongoing eligibility for state funding under the Water Storage Investment Program (WSIP). The agencies cite a need for greater transparency...
Investing in Research and Welcoming Global Talent Strengthens America
By Dr. Christoper Otiko, CEO of ViaDerma We live in an era where political opinions often divide us. But certain values transcend partisanship—values like progress, innovation, and opportunity. Supporting scientific research and embracing the global talent that fuels our discoveries should be something all Americans can rally behind.That’s why recent decisions to reduce funding for health and science research, and...
Letter to the Editor: Sandy Arnold: A Life Redeemed, A Light Restored
By Michael K. Frisby In 2003, Sandy Arnold stood behind the bars of Wayne County Jail - yet the truest prison he faced was not made of concrete or steel. It was the relentless bondage of a 20-year addiction to crack cocaine that had drained his purpose, devoured his peace, and left him drifting between jobs, jails, and broken promises....
Congressman Issa Announces Service Academy Appointments
ESCONDIDO, CA - Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) has announced six outstanding students from California's 48th Congressional District received appointments to the U.S. Service Academies. "On behalf of our community, I congratulate these remarkable young students on their distinguished appointments. I trust they will go on to serve this country with courage and commitment. We are all eager to see the illustrious leaders they...
May Revise: Newsom’s 2025 Budget Preserves Services Critical to Black Communities
By Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media On May 14, Gov. Gavin Newsom presented his revised 2025–26 state budget, a $321.9 billion proposal designed to close a projected $11.9 billion deficit while maintaining core investments in education, health care, and behavioral health. During a 90-minute presentation, Newsom started by touting California’s status as the world’s fourth-largest economy before...
City’s homeless population down for second straight year
SAN BERNARDINO, CA— The results of San Bernardino County's 2025 Homeless Point-in-Time-Count are available, and, for the second consecutive year, the results showed a significant improvement in the number of homeless in the City of Redlands. The total number of homeless individuals surveyed in the city in January 2025 was down 31% from the previous year's count - a total of...
