Category: City, Police and Fire News

  • A.K. Smiley Public Library WWI lecture series begins Sept. 23

    Sept. 14, 2017 – As part of the commemoration of the centennial of World War I, the A.K. Smiley Public Library will host a lecture at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, in the library’s Assembly Room. Presented by historian Dr. Ann Deegan, “Entering into Service” will explore the ways that Redlands men joined the military…

  • Three arrested for murder in stabbing death of man

    Sept. 13, 2017 – Three people were arrested Wednesday, Sept. 13, in the stabbing death of a man following an altercation Tuesday morning on East Sun Avenue between Alta and Orange streets. Redlands Police and Paramedics responded to the call of a man down near the intersection of Sun and Orange at about 7:15 a.m.…

  • Detectives seek information in stabbing death of man

    Sept. 12, 2017 – Detectives are seeking a suspect or suspects in the stabbing death of a man following an altercation Tuesday morning on East Sun Avenue between Alta and Orange streets. Redlands Police and Paramedics responded to the call of a man down near the intersection of Sun and Orange at about 7:15 a.m.…

  • What can be done about homelessness and panhandling? An FAQ

    Homelessness, transients, and panhandling are chronic issues facing every city in California and throughout the nation, bringing human misery as well as crime and blight. It is a multi-faceted problem with no easy solutions. The following Frequently Asked Questions addresses some of the most common concerns, legal issues, what cities can and can’t do, what…

  • Palmer Fire mandatory evacuations

    As of 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept 3, all evacuations have been lifted and all roads are reopened.

  • Coffee with the Council continues Saturday, Sept. 9, at Cuca’s

    Aug. 31, 2017 – The City Council continues their popular Coffee with the Council Saturday, Sept. 9, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Cuca’s Mexican Food, 1752 E. Lugonia Ave. Mayor Pro Tem Paul Barich and Council Member Eddie Tejeda will be in attendance. Coffee with the Council was begun in February 2011 as part…

  • Hurricane Harvey is a grim reminder to prepare for disaster

    Aug. 30, 2017 – With the nation’s eyes on the Texas Gulf Coast and the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, the City of Redlands recognizes September as National Preparedness Month, encouraging residents to prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies and to register for the City’s Emergency Notification System. The National Preparedness Month PrepareAthon Campaign encourages…

  • Two arrested following early morning non-injury shooting

    Aug. 30, 2017 – Following an investigation of shots fired in a Redlands neighborhood last week, police have arrested two convicted felons in possession of firearms and high capacity magazines. Shortly before 2 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, police responded to multiple calls reporting shots fired in the 1100 block of East Lugonia Avenue. Officers located…

  • Remember, this Labor Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

    Aug. 23, 2017 – The end of summer is traditionally marked by the Labor Day holiday, a time for our country to reflect on the hard work of our fellow Americans. The long weekend is celebrated through picnics, pool parties, and barbecues, as families and friends enjoy the last few days of summer before fall…

  • Girl injured when SUV crashed through her bedroom

    Aug. 18, 2017 – A 10-year-old girl sleeping in a home on Occidental Street suffered broken bones when the driver of an SUV lost control of her vehicle, crashing into the house where she was sleeping Thursday morning. Redlands Police and Firefighter/Paramedics responded to the collision in the 1600 block of Occidental Street, at San…