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CAL FIRE and Torlakson Whole Child Institute Team Up to Ignite Career Exploration

IONE, CA — Yesterday, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) again partnered with the Torlakson Whole Child Institute (TWCI) to host a middle school career exploration fi

During Financial Literacy Month, California’s CalKIDS program reaches 5 million children, $2 billion invested
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During Financial Literacy Month, California’s CalKIDS program reaches 5 million children, $2 billion invested

Sacramento, CA — April is Financial Literacy Month, and California’s CalKIDS program is helping connect financial education to real opportunities, with more than 5 million children enrolled and more t

HUD Delivers Disaster Aid, Financial Flexibility for Hawaii Residents Impacted by Natural Disasters
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HUD Delivers Disaster Aid, Financial Flexibility for Hawaii Residents Impacted by Natural Disasters

Washington, DC - Secretary Scott Turner announced the availability of federal disaster assistance to the state of Hawaii to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Kona low weather sy

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
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April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Hemet Police Department wants to remind drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel. Distractions like checking

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More than 300 Dogs Practice Riding OC Buses to Better Serve Those Who Rely on Them

OCTA’s latest Service Animal Training held Saturday, April 11 in Anaheim helps prepare working dogs for real-world transit conditions

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Mt. San Jacinto College names four finalists in search for next superintendent/president

Temecula, CA – April 10, 2026—Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) has named four finalists in its national search for the district’s next superintendent/president, officials

Pedestrian Killed in Traffic Collision
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Pedestrian Killed in Traffic Collision

Hemet, CA.- On February 6th, 2026, at approximately 6:00 pm, Hemet Police Officers responded to a traffic collision that occurred in the 200 block of N. San Jacinto Street in the City of Hemet. Office

Riverside county hosts innovation month, connecting local startups to global $1m investment opportunity
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Riverside county hosts innovation month, connecting local startups to global $1m investment opportunity

Riverside County, CA (April 13, 2026) – Riverside County is once again taking center stage as a growing hub for entrepreneurship and emerging industries with the launch of its 9th annual Innovation Mo

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STATEWIDE BLITZ

HEMET, CA — During the final shopping days leading up to Christmas, multiple California law enforcement agencies, including the Hemet Police Department, participated in a coordinated enforcement opera

Padilla, Sheehy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Better Protect and Compensate Federal Firefighters
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Padilla, Sheehy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Better Protect and Compensate Federal Firefighters

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), co-chairs of the bipartisan Senate Wildfire Caucus, announced the Support

Your home vs. Embers: act today—Cal fire rolls out statewide safety campaign - Cover Image
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Your home vs. Embers: act today—Cal fire rolls out statewide safety campaign

Your home, your community, your California

Christian prison ministry resolves lawsuit, remains focused on gospel mission
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Christian prison ministry resolves lawsuit, remains focused on gospel mission

Prince George’s County, MD — Prison Ministry of America (PMA), a Christian nonprofit that has served incarcerated individuals for nearly a century, has resolved a l

Padilla, Cortez Masto, CHC Members Lead Amicus Brief Defending Taxpayer Privacy Against IRS-DHS Data Sharing Agreement
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Padilla, Cortez Masto, CHC Members Lead Amicus Brief Defending Taxpayer Privacy Against IRS-DHS Data Sharing Agreement

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev

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California invites public input on statewide urban forest canopy plan

New strategic plan to expand urban tree canopy 10 percent by 2035

Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) Receives 2026 Eureka! Award for Regional Innovation
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Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) Receives 2026 Eureka! Award for Regional Innovation

[INLAND EMPIRE, CA] – [March 19, 2026] – The Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) has been awarded a 2026 Eureka! Award for its innovative contributions in local

Padilla, Merkley Lead Senate Colleagues in Demanding Timely Funding for Agricultural Farm Worker Student Education
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Padilla, Merkley Lead Senate Colleagues in Demanding Timely Funding for Agricultural Farm Worker Student Education

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) led eight Senators in urging U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to ensure

Mt. San Jacinto College Foundation Launches Tribute Campaign Honoring Dr. Roger W. Schultz - Cover Image
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Mt. San Jacinto College Foundation Launches Tribute Campaign Honoring Dr. Roger W. Schultz

The Mt. San Jacinto College Foundation is advancing its Legacy Fund by honoring Superintendent/President Dr. Roger W. Schultz with the upcoming Schultz’s Eagles Nes

Schumer, Padilla, Morelle, Voting Rights Advocates Reject Republicans’ SAVE America Act, Trump’s Attempted Elections Takeover - Cover Image
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Schumer, Padilla, Morelle, Voting Rights Advocates Reject Republicans’ SAVE America Act, Trump’s Attempted Elections Takeover

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rule

Padilla, Schiff, Swalwell, Colleagues Demand Answers After Deaf Six-Year-Old Deported Without Hearing Devices
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Padilla, Schiff, Swalwell, Colleagues Demand Answers After Deaf Six-Year-Old Deported Without Hearing Devices

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) joined U.S. R

Jfederal court reopens landmark lawsuit:
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Jfederal court reopens landmark lawsuit:

Victory for female athletes and free speech as monetary damages claims proceed against riverside unified school district