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Children’s Fund, a San Bernardino County nonprofit, will collect and distribute more than 30,000 gifts for underprivileged children this holiday season. The organization will collect toys for its 30th Annual Celebration of Giving Campaign Dec. 3 through Dec. 14, according to a statement. Donations may be brought to 1140 E. …

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has received a grant of nearly $1.1 million from the California Office of Traffic Safety, money that it will use to pay for a year-long effort intended to prevent traffic-related deaths and injuries. Department officials plan to use the funds for education and enforcement activities, …

Riverside will hold its 13th annual Salute to Veterans Parade and Expo Nov. 10. Besides veterans, the event will feature marching bands, fly-overs, equestrian units, color guards, marching units, antique cars, military vehicles and active duty military personnel, according to a statement on the city’s website. The parade, which is …

The Riverside Police Department has received a $505,000 state grant that will pay for a year-long traffic safety enforcement and public awareness program. Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety will help educate the public on safe driving habits and discourage people from violating traffic laws, according to a …

Palm Springs is holding the latest in a series of meetings regarding its shift to district elections. The sessions, which will conclude at the end of next month, will refine the five proposed district maps before the city council, according to a statement on the city’s website Community forums are scheduled …

The San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership will host its 11th annual Homeless Summit next month. The one-day event, to be held in collaboration with the county Office of Homeless Services, is scheduled to be held Nov. 14 at the Ontario Airport Hotel, 700 N. Haven Ave., according to a statement. …