The Gazette Is Hosting Its First-Ever Candidate Forums — Wards 2, 4, and 6
Free, ward-specific forums this April ahead of the June election, where the questions come from the community, not the campaign.
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The 2026 City Council Races Are Set. Here's Who's Running.
Ten certified candidates across three wards will face voters in the June 2 General Municipal Election.
Meet the Gazette's New Advertising Director: Laniea Dominguez
With 20 years of media sales experience and deep roots in the Inland Empire community, Laniea Dominguez joins the Raincross Gazette as advertising director.
Riversiders Raise Ethics, Watchdog Concerns at City Council
From a missing watchdog to conflict-of-interest questions, residents raised pointed concerns — and on one item, got results.
City Pushes Wildfire Preparedness With Free Inspections, Firewise Program
The city is offering free home assessments and encouraging neighborhoods to form Firewise communities to reduce wildfire risk.
City Manager Rolls Out 465 Objectives for 2026; Council Zeroes in on Homelessness, Fire and Equity
Riverside's annual planning session revealed big ambitions — and council frustration over homelessness, fire staffing and uneven investment across the city.
Why Four Councilmembers Voted Against University Terrace
Two potential lawsuits loom as elected officials explain their positions on the rejected $20.1 million homeless housing project.
Fairmount Park Master Plan Seeks Balance Between Preservation and Progress
City proposes major reconstruction of 127-year-old park's historic core, including rebuilt bandshell and golf course changes.
A 12-Year-Old Folded Newspapers and Read Dan Bernstein's Column; Now He's Naming a Writing Room After Him
Bob Marshall's Typewriter Muse expands with a dedicated space honoring Riverside's longtime Press-Enterprise columnist.
Council Approves Warehouse Restrictions After Years of Community Pressure
New rules limit building sizes near schools and homes, expand public notification and implement state standards.
Council Advances Five Tax Options Despite Voter Fatigue Warnings
Council will make final decisions February 24 with March 6 deadline for June ballot.
Public Comment Dominates Housing Committee After University Terrace Rejection
Speakers ask no-voting councilmembers to file reconsideration motion before Feb. 3 deadline.
Committee Advances Billboard Deal That Could Bring City $2.5 Million Annually
Proposal would swap 10 static billboards on side streets for 10 digital displays along freeways and major arterials.