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3.1 magnitude earthquake shakes Redlands area Wednesday morning
Quake felt across Inland Empire prompts reminder about earthquake preparedness and emergency alerts
Education
Redlands students return to the big screen for fourth annual RUSD FilmFest
Nearly 100 Redlands Unified students showcase original films, from documentaries to sequels, at annual festival.
Sponsored
Great Y Circus returns with Saturday morning nostalgia
This year's “Saturday Morning Cartoons” theme brings youth performers, aerial acts and family fun to the stage this May.
San Bernardino County
San Bernardino County still ranks among worst for ozone pollution despite slight improvement
American Lung Association’s 2026 State of the Air report shows fewer high-ozone days locally.
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3.1 magnitude earthquake shakes Redlands area Wednesday morning
Quake felt across Inland Empire prompts reminder about earthquake preparedness and emergency alerts
Sports
Redlands area preps win seven events at Citrus Belt League track finals
REV freshman Savannah Morris leads a youth movement, while Redlands, Citrus Valley and Beaumont athletes post standout performances ahead of the CIF Southern Section prelims.
Sports
U of R softball ranked No. 5 nationally; hosts SCIAC tournament
The University of Redlands softball team brings a 35-4 record and a 25-game winning streak into this weekend’s SCIAC tournament at home.
Community Spotlight
Chef Curtis Aikens shares literacy journey in Redlands
Food Network chef Curtis Aikens shares his path from illiteracy to success at a Redlands adult literacy event.
Arts & Entertainment
Redlands adopts first-ever Arts and Culture Master Plan
Council approves roadmap outlining funding strategies, community priorities and economic potential of the arts.
Redlands City Council
Redlands City Council agenda: May 5, 2026
Agenda includes a report from the food security task force and in-kind support approvals.
Newsletter
Fire contained, city policy shifts, water rates move forward
Redlands News Weekly | April 30, 2026
Vegetation fire in Redlands quickly contained near San Timoteo Canyon Road
Crews stop 1-acre blaze near San Timoteo Canyon Road
Development
Development
Whole Foods approved for north Redlands center
City Council unanimously backs The Marketplace, a 71,400-square-foot retail project at Lugonia Avenue and Tennessee Street
Development
Demolition underway at former Redlands Mall site as Town Square project advances
Friday morning crews made significant progress on the demolition phase of the Town Square redevelopment project.
Warehousing
Redlands delays decision on warehouse ban
Commissioners seek more detail on rebuilding rules, height limits and protections for entitled projects; more than 1 million square feet of warehouse space is currently available in Redlands
Development
Redlands approves deal to preserve downtown parking during mall redevelopment
City Council voted unanimously to secure 520 public spaces at the Redlands Mall site as demolition begins, costing about $349,000 annually.
Community Spotlight
Community Spotlight
Chef Curtis Aikens shares literacy journey in Redlands
Food Network chef Curtis Aikens shares his path from illiteracy to success at a Redlands adult literacy event.
Community Spotlight
RAPA awards $10,000 in scholarships to two students
By: Nelda Stuck, Special to Community Forward Redlands News REDLANDS – The Redlands Area Panhellenic Association (RAPA) awarded $10,000 in
Education
Redlands Boys & Girls Club new teen innovation center boosts engagement, creativity
New Redlands teen center helps youth build skills, stay engaged after school with hands-on STEM tools.
Environment
Redlands turns out for a day of climate action and community
Redlands Earth Day 2026: Workshops, volunteer projects and a Smiley Park celebration highlight growing community focus on sustainability
Education
Education
Kingsbury First Graders Lead 8th Annual Flag Ceremony at Burrage Mansion
The ceremony took on added significance ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary
Education
Harlem Wizards game raises funds for Redlands Unified
Trick-shot basketball show brings community together at REV
Education
Redlands Boys & Girls Club new teen innovation center boosts engagement, creativity
New Redlands teen center helps youth build skills, stay engaged after school with hands-on STEM tools.
Education
RUSD to add campus safety measures after firearm incidents
Superintendent says two loaded guns brought to middle schools in recent years; district plans controlled entry points and canine detection units
Events
Events
Art in Clay Festival brings two-day ceramics celebration to Redlands
May 2–3 at the historic Asistencia in Redlands from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Redlands City Council
Redlands limits city support for new events
Council votes 4-1 to restrict applications for in-kind support to existing events, citing $500,000 annual cost
Education
Harlem Wizards to return to Redlands for fundraising basketball show
Trick basketball show April 25 at REV High School will raise funds for RUSD programs; get tickets below.
Events
Pipe organ concert series returns to Redlands church
Four organists to perform free Thursday concerts at First Congregational Church from April 30 through May 21
Sports
Sports
Redlands area preps win seven events at Citrus Belt League track finals
REV freshman Savannah Morris leads a youth movement, while Redlands, Citrus Valley and Beaumont athletes post standout performances ahead of the CIF Southern Section prelims.
Sports
U of R softball ranked No. 5 nationally; hosts SCIAC tournament
The University of Redlands softball team brings a 35-4 record and a 25-game winning streak into this weekend’s SCIAC tournament at home.
Sports
REV’s Costa, Terriers’ Freimuth, CVHS’s Chavez, Barrios earn All-Area honors
Redlands East Valley High’s freshman wrestler Marco Costa, a quarterfinalist at the CIF State Championship, heads a group of
Sports
Yucaipa clinches CBL softball title; REV, Citrus Valley in playoff hunt
Thunderbirds win 10 straight, hold three-game lead with two to play
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.