Redlands Planning Commission recommends citywide ban on new distribution warehouses
Commissioners voted 5–1 Tuesday to urge the City Council to prohibit new distribution warehouse and logistics development while allowing existing facilities to remain in operation.
Where to find a No Kings rally in the Inland Empire — Redlands event returns to ‘Peace Corner’
Redlands joins cities across the Inland Empire in Saturday’s nationwide No Kings rallies for democracy and accountability.
California’s Prop. 50 would redraw congressional maps. Here’s what it could mean for Redlands
The proposed congressional map could boost Democrats’ chances in up to five of California’s 52 congressional districts.
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‘Plane or Treat’ Halloween event returns Oct. 26 to Redlands Municipal Airport
The free event will feature decorated planes, food trucks, candy, and family fun from 3 to 6 p.m.
Redlands Police Foundation to host community event Oct. 18 at Ranch Market
Free family-friendly gathering includes food, activities, and chance to win lunch with the police chief
Redlands Japanese Cultural Center to host grand opening Oct. 25
“Karate Kid” actor among special guests for new community hub
Redlands police arrest man accused of filming woman in restroom
Weekly police report Oct. 9-16 also includes arrests in child endangerment and carjacking cases, two traffic collisions, and a road rage assault under investigation.
Local audiences become part of a worldwide jury in the Manhattan Short Film Festival
The Redlands Cinema Classic hosted the 28th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival at Harkins Theatre, drawing more than 160 attendees who voted on international short films tackling themes from family and grief to housing and hope.
Redlands' Dave Farmer, 90, to be inducted in CIF-SS Hall of Fame
Longtime educator and multi-sport official Dave Farmer, believed to be the nation’s oldest active high school referee, will be honored Oct. 21 in Long Beach for a lifetime dedicated to athletics, students, and community service.
Community Spotlight
New playground debuts at Redlands Boys & Girls Club
Project backed by county, city and local donors aims to boost active play and connection for youth
Redlands community rallies for Family Service at annual fundraiser
Rainy forecast and a venue change did not deter the community from coming together to sustain the city’s oldest nonprofit organization
Inaugural Heritage Club Fair showcases Redlands rich history
Nearly 200 residents gathered for the inaugural Heritage Club Fair, where historic organizations dating back more than a century shared their missions, recruited new members, and highlighted the role of community clubs in Redlands’ past and future.
Chef Lee Burton brings food, fun and life skills to Redlands youth
Through Burrage Buddies and beyond, Burton’s cooking classes have introduced hundreds of kids to affordable, healthy meals while proving that food can be a bridge to creativity.
Education
What’s on the Redlands Unified School Board agenda for Oct. 14, 2025
Redlands Unified to vote on stadium upgrades, student travel plans and training contracts
Redlands community gathers for ‘Banned Together’ documentary and panel on book banning in schools
A screening of the documentary “Banned Together” at the University of Redlands brought together nearly 200 attendees for a panel on censorship, student rights, and the future of banned books in local schools.
Redlands Unified teachers, students to have access to new AI tools through Google partnership
The district is introducing Google’s Gemini for Education platform this school year, offering AI-powered support for lesson planning, personalized learning, and classroom innovation.
Mentone Elementary teacher named San Bernardino County Teacher of the Year
Mariani, who has spent nearly three decades in Redlands Unified, was honored for her innovative teaching and connections with students and families.
Events
‘Plane or Treat’ Halloween event returns Oct. 26 to Redlands Municipal Airport
The free event will feature decorated planes, food trucks, candy, and family fun from 3 to 6 p.m.
Redlands Police Foundation to host community event Oct. 18 at Ranch Market
Free family-friendly gathering includes food, activities, and chance to win lunch with the police chief
Redlands Japanese Cultural Center to host grand opening Oct. 25
“Karate Kid” actor among special guests for new community hub
Local audiences become part of a worldwide jury in the Manhattan Short Film Festival
The Redlands Cinema Classic hosted the 28th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival at Harkins Theatre, drawing more than 160 attendees who voted on international short films tackling themes from family and grief to housing and hope.
Sports
Redlands' Dave Farmer, 90, to be inducted in CIF-SS Hall of Fame
Longtime educator and multi-sport official Dave Farmer, believed to be the nation’s oldest active high school referee, will be honored Oct. 21 in Long Beach for a lifetime dedicated to athletics, students, and community service.
REV seizes Smudge Pot, preps for mighty Cajon
Senior quarterback Isaac Vitela led Redlands East Valley High to a record-setting 69–28 win over rival Redlands in the annual Smudge Pot game Friday night, throwing for five touchdowns and rushing for two more as the Wildcats captured their 17th victory in the 29-year rivalry.
editors picks
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.
Auction canceled for Redlands Mall property after lender withdraws foreclosure
The cancellation removes immediate threat of auction but the future of the long-delayed State Street Village project remains unclear.
Redlands Mall development future uncertain
Village Partners Inc. defaults on $17M loan as market conditions slow