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SB County suffers setback in COVID-19 battle

San Bernardino County has failed to reach the state’s red-tier designation regarding COVID-19, which would have lifted some restrictions on some businesses, especially restaurants and bars. Earlier this week, the county expressed confidence that it would move from the purple tier, the most restrictive designation, to the red tier. On …

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High Desert survey to be released

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As many as 10,000 people are expected to tune in to a livestream of the High Desert survey, an assessment of the region conducted last year. The presentation, on YouTube and Facebook, is scheduled to air 11 a.m Oct. 4, according to a statement. The presentation will be moderated by Joseph …

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SB County close to red-tier reopening status

San Bernardino County is “very close” to reaching the state’s “red tier,” which will allow more businesses to reopen while the battle against COVID-19 continues. The county is now in the purple category, meaning hair salons, barbershops, nail salons, and elementary schools with waivers can operate indoors, according to a …

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Riverside looks to fill charter committee

Riverside is asking the city’s registered voters to apply for a position on its charter review committee. The 11-member panel examines the document that determines how the city is run and advises the city council on possible changes to it, according to a statement on the city’s website. “Serving on …

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Apple Valley revises early-person voting

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Apple Valley has announced a revised schedule for its early in-person voting sites. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 26 through Oct. 30, the town’s recreation center will host early voting for the upcoming general election, according to a statement on the town’s website. The recreation center is at …

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State grant will help Riverside County fight homelessness

Riverside County will receive $10.5 million from the state’s new housing initiative, Project Homekey. That program provides money to purchase and convert hotels, motels, and vacant apartment buildings into permanent housing for homeless people, according to a statement on the county’s website. Projects that will be helped by Project Homekey …

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