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 police weekly update also includes four suspected DUI crashes and arrests, an attempted beer theft and a masked man arrested after fleeing officers
Public records show the former LOOK Dine-In Cinemas property at 340 N. Eureka St. in Redlands has been purchased. The theater closed earlier this year. (Photo by Stephanie Hastings Miranda)
The former LOOK Cinemas property has a new owner. Public records show the downtown Redlands property sold for an apparent $6.2 million to an entity managed by a developer already behind several major projects in the area.
So, who bought it — and what could be next for the longtime theater site? We dug through the property records to find out. Read the full story here:
🚓 Redlands police will increase patrols for suspected impaired drivers from Aug. 19 through Sept. 7. The enforcement effort is part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. Read more here:
🔥 A Highland man was arrested on suspicion of arson after investigators said video captured by a witness's Tesla helped identify a suspect in an Aug. 10 fire that spread to an occupied building in Loma Linda. The fire was reported in the 25000 block of Redlands Boulevard, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. Read more here:
🚧 RUSD is continuing to move Measure D projects forward across its campuses, with recent approvals advancing playground upgrades, safety improvements and accessibility work. Here is a look at some of the current projects underway, including which elementary schools are slated for new playground equipment. Read more here:
🏥 Loma Linda University Health is nearly doubling its inpatient rehabilitation capacity with a new 80-bed hospital planned near the Redlands-Loma Linda border. LLUH and Lifepoint Rehabilitation broke ground Aug. 12 on the facility at 11207 New Jersey St. in Redlands, with an opening anticipated in summer 2028. Read more here:
⚕️California’s looming health care cuts won’t only affect people who rely on Medi-Cal. As millions of Californians are projected to lose health coverage in the coming years, hospitals could face billions of dollars in additional uncompensated care — putting pressure on emergency rooms, staffing and services used by patients regardless of how they’re insured.
In this story from CalMatters, health reporter Kristen Hwang looks at how federal and state Medicaid cuts could ripple through California’s health care system, potentially affecting everything from hospital access to insurance premiums for families with private coverage. Read more here:
📣 Women in leadership: San Bernardino Community College District Chancellor Diana Rodriguez will speak at the AAUW Redlands Branch meeting Sept. 8 at the University of Redlands. Her presentation, "You Don't Have to Be Loud to Lead," will explore how women can lead with confidence, overcome barriers and create lasting impact. Read more here:
Friday Flea at Olive Avenue Market | 5–9 p.m. Curated vintage and Y2K clothing at OAM.
Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies | 7:30 p.m. Footlighters Theatre continues its production of Ken Ludwig's hit comedy. Ticket information here.
Saturday, Aug. 22
Grove School Farmers Market | 8 a.m.–noon Saturday morning community market with local produce and vendors. Rain or shine.
Downtown's Morning Market | 7 a.m.–11 a.m. The city of Redlands’ weekly certified farmers market.
STEAM Summer: Scientific Explorations | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Explore hands-on science, technology, engineering, art and math activities during STEAM Summer at the San Bernardino County Museum.
Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies | 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Footlighters Theatre continues its production of Ken Ludwig's hit comedy. Ticket information here.
Sunday, Aug. 23
Sunday Morning Market at Olive Avenue Market | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Weekly market featuring small businesses and makers.
Ken Ludwig's Leading Ladies | 2 p.m. Footlighters Theatre continues its production of Ken Ludwig's hit comedy. Ticket information here.
In case you missed it... Historic Redlands through an artist’s eyes: Artist Jan Harvey is looking back at a changing Redlands through photographs she took from 1968 to 1974 — and the etchings they later inspired. Her featured show is on display at the Redlands Art Association through Sept. 4. Read more here:
A former broadcast news producer, Stephanie launched CFR in 2023. Originally from Michigan, she’s made Redlands home with her husband and three kids. When she’s not reporting, she’s problem-solving at the climbing gym or trying new local restaurants.
Kathryne is a journalist and creative writer who has contributed to CFR since 2023. When she isn't reporting, she can be found curled up with a thick fantasy book.
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