CHP is searching for the driver who struck 27-year-old Christian Gillespie along westbound I-10 near the SR-210 transition.
Redlands News | September 3, 2026
Planning Commission will revisit a police-backed proposal Tuesday to move last call to midnight as local bar owners warn of lost revenue and argue the city should target problem establishments instead.
Redlands Votes 2026 is Community Forward Redlands’ guide to the 2026 election for Redlands voters. Find information about the candidates, statewide elections, how to register and vote, and our latest election reporting.
This guide will be updated throughout the election season.
What's the job: The Redlands City Council is responsible for setting policy priorities, passing ordinances, shaping the city's long-term vision and representing the community's interests. The council also oversees municipal services and the city budget and directs the city manager, who oversees day-to-day operations.
Who's on City Council: The City Council is made up of five representatives, each elected to represent one of the city's districts.
When do they meet: City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. More information on the role of the City Council is here.
On the ballot: Redlands City Council seats for Districts 1, 3 and 5 are up for election on Nov. 3, 2026. In this election, the races for Districts 3 and 5 are uncontested.
Only voters who reside within these districts will see City Council candidates on their ballots. Click on the map below to search for your address.
Who's running: Candidate profiles coming soon!
What's the job: The Redlands Unified School District Board of Education sets policies, oversees the district budget and works with the superintendent to guide the direction of local schools. Board members represent students, families and the community while helping ensure schools meet state and federal requirements.
According to the district, board priorities include academic achievement, fiscal responsibility, attracting and retaining quality employees, and creating opportunities for all students to participate fully.
When do they meet: School board meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the RUSD Boardroom.
Who's on the School Board: The RUSD School Board is made up of five trustees, each elected by voters in one of the district's five trustee areas. Candidates must live in the trustee area where they are running. Board members serve four-year terms.
On the ballot: Redlands Unified School District Board of Education seats for Trustee Areas 1 and 2 are up for election on Nov. 3, 2026.
Only voters who reside within Trustee Areas 1 and 2 will see School Board candidates on their ballots. Click on the map below to search for your address.
Who's running: Candidate profiles coming soon!
California voters will also decide several statewide offices in the Nov. 3 General Election, including governor and other constitutional offices. Visit the CalMatters 2026 Voter Guide for nonpartisan information about the candidates, key issues and statewide races on your ballot.
Explore the CalMatters 2026 Voter Guide →
Governor | Lieutenant Governor | Attorney General | Secretary of State | State Controller | State Treasurer | Insurance Commissioner | Superintendent of Public Instruction | State Board of Equalization
California voters will decide 14 statewide propositions in the Nov. 3 election, covering issues including taxes, housing, health care, voter identification and environmental review.
For help understanding what each measure would do, Community Forward Redlands has partnered with CalMatters to connect Redlands voters with its nonpartisan 2026 Voter Guide. The guide breaks down each proposition and the arguments for and against it, with interactive quizzes to help voters learn more about what’s on the ballot.
Explore the CalMatters 2026 Proposition Guide →
Monday, Sept. 28 | Redlands Public Market
Community Forward Redlands and CalMatters are bringing election coverage off the page. Join us for a community event to learn more about what’s on the November ballot, meet other local voters and readers, and get ready for Election Day.
More details coming soon.
Register or check registration
The deadline to register to vote online or by mail for the Nov. 3 General Election is Oct. 19, 2026.
Pre-register to vote
Eligible Californians ages 16 and 17 can pre-register to vote. Their registration will automatically become active when they turn 18.
When will ballots arrive?
Mail ballots will begin going out on Monday, Oct. 5.
Once ballots are mailed, Redlands Votes will be updated with ballot drop-box and in-person voting locations.
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Check back for live results on election night.
Note: This page is a living guide and will be updated throughout the 2026 election season with additional candidate information, voter resources and election coverage.
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