Public Safety
Superintendent addresses school gun incident
Student tip led to discovery of loaded gun; district outlines response and support services
Public Safety
Superintendent addresses school gun incident
Student tip led to discovery of loaded gun; district outlines response and support services
City Hall
Redlands City Council approves $745K increase for State Street City Hall construction contract
Council unanimously approved a contract amendment with Tilden Coil Constructors, bringing total project costs to $16.8 million.
Development
Shopping center at Lugonia and Tennessee advances with City Council approval
A proposed 71,400-square-foot retail center with a grocery store approved in North Redlands amid rapid residential growth.
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Sports
REV sweeps Citrus Valley; Beaumont dominates Redlands in CBL meets
Wildcats improve to 2-0 in league as Cougars post dominant wins and Yucaipa edges Cajon in boys competition
Sports
Teran sisters shine at Division I level after REV success
Former Redlands East Valley standouts Astrid and Catalina Teran continue to break personal records at Cal Poly and UC Irvine after state championship runs in community college.
Public Safety
Redlands police investigate armed salon robbery, stolen shipping containers
Police report robberies, DUI crashes and thefts in Redlands, including an armed salon robbery and stolen shipping containers.
Public Safety
Student, parents arrested after loaded gun found at Moore Middle School
Student was reportedly showing a bullet before administrators located a loaded firearm; police continue investigation
City Hall
Redlands raises price of Mentone land sale to $300,000
City says original $250,000 agreement did not reflect appraisal; buyer agreed to increase price and council approved amendment.
Public Safety
Redlands police, ABC cite one in underage drinking sting
Statewide Shoulder Tap operation targeted adults suspected of buying alcohol for people younger than 21.
editors picks
Education
Why every day counts for school attendance
District leaders say a small attendance boost could generate millions and reduce layoffs. Here’s how.
Community Spotlight
Meet Fae, the four-legged support behind Redlands firefighters
A therapy dog joined the Redlands Fire Department in 2024, offering firefighters comfort, connection and a way to decompress after difficult calls.
City Hall
Redlands City Council advances ordinance to allow hens in most neighborhoods
Redlands council voted 5-0 to expand rules allowing hens in most neighborhoods, with limits based on lot size and new coop standards.
Education
How Redlands Unified got here: Inside the budget pressures behind potential layoffs
District leaders point to enrollment declines, expiring pandemic-era funding and new obligations as the board authorizes reductions affecting up to 138 positions.
Community Spotlight
Education
A celebration of imagination and curiosity at Children’s Literature Festival
It was a slightly smaller conference than usual at the 29th Annual Charlotte S. Huck Children’s Literature Festival. Nevertheless,
Community Spotlight
Documentary with trailblazing Redlands athlete shown by AAUW
Close to 200 people gathered March 8 at the Finkelstein Performing Arts Center at Crafton Hills College for a screening
Community Spotlight
At AAUW STEM Conference, 500 Inland Empire girls hear a message: You belong here
More than 500 eighth grade girls gathered at the University of Redlands for the 32nd annual AAUW STEM Conference, exploring careers where women remain underrepresented but opportunities continue to grow.
Community Spotlight
Artlands REACH community garden project welcomes artists in residency
Meet the artists who are planning monthly workshops in Redlands
Sports
Sports
REV sweeps Citrus Valley; Beaumont dominates Redlands in CBL meets
Wildcats improve to 2-0 in league as Cougars post dominant wins and Yucaipa edges Cajon in boys competition
Sports
Teran sisters shine at Division I level after REV success
Former Redlands East Valley standouts Astrid and Catalina Teran continue to break personal records at Cal Poly and UC Irvine after state championship runs in community college.
Sports
REV's Jaelan Phillips signs $120M deal with Carolina Panthers
Redlands East Valley graduate Jaelan Phillips signs a four-year, $120 million contract with the Carolina Panthers after stints with Miami and Philadelphia.
Redlands Bicycle Classic
Redlands Bicycle Classic Legends’ Fondo Returns April 11
Cyclists can ride the same legendary routes as the pros in the 2026 Redlands Bicycle Classic, with four route options ranging from a scenic 15-mile ride to a challenging 67-mile climb to Oak Glen.
Education
Public Safety
Student, parents arrested after loaded gun found at Moore Middle School
Student was reportedly showing a bullet before administrators located a loaded firearm; police continue investigation
Education
A celebration of imagination and curiosity at Children’s Literature Festival
It was a slightly smaller conference than usual at the 29th Annual Charlotte S. Huck Children’s Literature Festival. Nevertheless,
Education
Redlands school board approves labor agreements tied to flag display policy
Split vote clarifies how teachers and staff may display personal items following district limits on flags and ceremonial displays.
Education
Redlands school board pulls proposed student mental health policy for revisions
Board members debated parental notification, crisis procedures and oversight before voting to send the proposal back for further review.
Events
Arts
Youth Art Expo invites Redlands students to showcase creativity
K–12 students invited to submit artwork for the Redlands Art Association’s annual Youth Art Expo during Memorial Day weekend at the Redlands Festival of Arts.
Events
Art-on-State-Street returns Sunday in downtown Redlands
Forty artists will display paintings, jewelry and more March 15 on State Street in downtown Redlands. Free outdoor show supports local art classes.
Events
Senior watercolor artists mark 10 years with Redlands exhibit
Reception March 14 at Gonzales Community Center will showcase work created through a long-running Flores Senior Center class.
Redlands Bicycle Classic
Redlands Bicycle Classic Legends’ Fondo Returns April 11
Cyclists can ride the same legendary routes as the pros in the 2026 Redlands Bicycle Classic, with four route options ranging from a scenic 15-mile ride to a challenging 67-mile climb to Oak Glen.