Category: City, Police and Fire News

Redlands Police detectives traveled to Nashville this week where they arrested a third suspect for murder in connection with the investigation into the disappearance of a Tennessee man in May of 2023. Emilio Salem Ghanem was reported missing shortly after he visited a Starbucks restaurant at 625 E. Redlands Blvd. on May 25, 2023. A…

Following its regular winter hiatus, Downtown’s Morning Market will return to the municipal parking lot adjacent to Ed Hales Park on Saturday, March 7. The Certified Farmers Market features more than 30 local growers, bakers, artisans, entertainers and other vendors providing a variety of fresh and delicious offerings. The Downtown’s Morning Market is held from…

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office this week announced the appointment of Redlands City Manager Charles M. Duggan Jr. to the State’s Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. The announcement was made Wednesday, Oct. 29, in a press release from the Governor’s Press Office along with the announcement of other appointments. The position requires Senate confirmation…

Discover unique, handcrafted items from talented local artisans at the Christmas Craft Fair at the Flores Senior Center, just in time for holiday gift giving. From jewelry and home decor to soaps, Afghans and more, there’s something special for everyone. Christmas Craft Fair Wednesday, Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Flores Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave.…

The Redlands Police Department invites Redlands residents to attend the upcoming Police Education and Community Engagement (PEACE) classes. This free academy will be taught by representatives from each section of the Police Department who will discuss how and why they do what they do. Participants will have the opportunity to meet local officers and gain…

The City of Redlands was recently awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the year ended June 2024. This is the 22nd consecutive year the City has been recognized with the prestigious…

The City of Redlands Purchasing Division was recently awarded the 2025 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. The AEP Award is earned by public and non-profit organizations that demonstrate a commitment to procurement excellence. The annual program recognizes Innovation, Professionalism, E-Procurement, Productivity, and Leadership in the procurement function. This…

High school graduates interested in a career in emergency services will report on Wednesday, July 9, to the University of Redlands to participate in a week of intensive hands-on training, part of the award-winning Redlands Emergency Services Academy. Each year, more than two dozen local teens with an interest in a public safety career attend…

This Fourth of July, the Redlands Fire Department and the City of Redlands encourage residents to celebrate the nation’s Independence Day with others at the fireworks show at Moore Middle School or one of the other official fireworks displays offered throughout the region. All other fireworks – including so-called “safe and sane” fireworks – are…

Operating hours for the City of Redlands Household and Electronic Hazardous Waste Drop-Off facility will change beginning Saturday, June 14. New hours for the site will be Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until further notice. The Household Hazardous Waste site is located at 500 Kansas St. and is operated by the County of…