Four injured in hit-and-run outside downtown Redlands bar; shots fired
Police say a driver struck four people after an altercation outside the Underground early Sunday; gunfire also damaged nearby businesses.
Redlands approves new e-bike regulations
Rules define legal e-bikes, limit sidewalk speeds and impose fines for unsafe riding.
Why every day counts for school attendance
District leaders say a small attendance boost could generate millions and reduce layoffs. Here’s how.
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Attendance Could Save Millions, New E-Bike Rules, Zanja Settlement
Redlands News Weekly | Feb. 19, 2026
Museums across Southern California offer free admission Sunday
Lincoln Memorial Shrine among more than two dozen institutions participating in annual Museums Free-for-All.
REV wrestler Savannah Gutierrez signs with Utah Tech
Senior becomes first female wrestler in program history to sign with a Division I college.
Five Redlands Area Prep Wrestlers Qualify for CIF Masters Meet
Feb. 20-21 at Sonora High School in La Habra
Redlands Adventist Boys Basketball Team Reaches CIF Section Semifinals
Redlands Adventist Academy’s boys’ basketball team reached the CIF Southern Section Division 8 semifinals this week with a 58-48
Artlands REACH community garden project welcomes artists in residency
Meet the artists who are planning monthly workshops in Redlands
Redlands council approves $1.82M Zanja deal
Settlement deal stems from 2022 Mill Creek Zanja lawsuit.
editors picks
Dangermonds take ownership of Redlands Mall, aim to improve long-stalled site
Local business owners step in after out-of-town developers face foreclosure, struggle to move project forward
Redlands Fall Food Drive returns as SNAP cuts leave more families struggling
Family Service Association aims to collect 30,000 pounds of food at annual food drive to meet rising needs as the government shutdown continues.
Redlands Chamber takes uncommon role in tackling homelessness
Through the New Beginnings program, the Chamber has connected dozens with jobs and helped contribute to a 31% year-over-year decline in homelessness.
Redlands’ climate plan relies heavily on EV chargers as federal support wanes
77% of the city’s projected emissions reductions hinge on electric vehicle adoption — but tax credits are set to expire, among other major roadblocks.
Community Spotlight
Artlands REACH community garden project welcomes artists in residency
Meet the artists who are planning monthly workshops in Redlands
Award-winning authors headline Huck Festival
Loren Long, Lisa Yee, Jason Chin and Nikki Grimes lead the March 6–7 event at the University of Redlands.
Redlands farmer reaches national Farm Bureau semifinals
Achievement marks highest level of competitive success for San Bernardino County Farm Bureau.
Holly Warner showcases watercolor community with student exhibit
The Redlands Art Association instructor is showing her work alongside five students in a group exhibit highlighting artistic growth, shared themes and creative risk-taking through Feb. 20.
Sports
REV wrestler Savannah Gutierrez signs with Utah Tech
Senior becomes first female wrestler in program history to sign with a Division I college.
Five Redlands Area Prep Wrestlers Qualify for CIF Masters Meet
Feb. 20-21 at Sonora High School in La Habra
Redlands Adventist Boys Basketball Team Reaches CIF Section Semifinals
Redlands Adventist Academy’s boys’ basketball team reached the CIF Southern Section Division 8 semifinals this week with a 58-48
SERVPRO named presenting sponsor of 2026 Redlands Bicycle Classic
Local restoration company takes top sponsorship role as iconic race prepares for 2026 event
Education
School board debates library oversight after ‘Gender Queer’ found in library collection
Officials clash over whether a formal policy is needed to screen donated library materials, superintendent tasked to draft new procedures.
Redlands students take the lead in walkout over ICE
About 450 Redlands students left class Friday afternoon to protest ICE activity
Bilingual education expands in Redlands with new Spanish dual immersion program
District officials outlined plans for a new Spanish dual language immersion program at McKinley Elementary starting in 2026–27, detailing enrollment, structure and long-term goals for bilingual education.
Redlands school board approves HBCU college tour for 20 students, despite debate over cost and equity
Trustees Candy Olson and Jeanette Wilson voted no, calling the $35,000 trip not “fair,” while supporters and public speakers said the experience could inspire students’ college plans.
Events
Museums across Southern California offer free admission Sunday
Lincoln Memorial Shrine among more than two dozen institutions participating in annual Museums Free-for-All.
University of Redlands stages ‘Into the Woods’ as sustainable theatre
Tony-winning musical blends dark fairy tales with greener stage practices
This Weekend in Redlands
Things to Do in Redlands Feb. 13–16: Night Markets, Theater and More
Breakaway Femmes film screening to highlight women’s Tour de France pioneers
Documentary screening March 8 in Yucaipa will feature former U.S. Tour de France cyclist Patty Peoples and a post-film discussion.