Top national builder offering new townhomes from the $400s JURUPA VALLEY, Calif., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—a top national homebuilder and featured on America's Most Trustworthy Companies and World's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek—announced it's now selling at Ivory in Jurupa Valley The Company hosted a Grand Opening event last weekend at the community showcasing three two-story townhome models for tour townhomes at Ivory boast included smart home features plus access to private community amenities like a dog area Learn more and explore available homes at www.CenturyCommunities.com/Ivory "Ivory offers a prime location with convenient access to all that the Inland Empire has to offer," said Justin Brewer "We're excited to walk buyers through our stunning townhome floor plans available at an incredible price point and packed with great features." MORE ABOUT IVORYNow selling from the $400s Community Sales Center:9893 Crossbay LoopJurupa Valley DISCOVER THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING: Century Communities is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in California Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying and featured on America's Most Trustworthy.. one of the nation's largest homebuilders and an industry leader in online home sales Construction & Building Residential Real Estate Real Estate Banking & Financial Services Do not sell or share my personal information: Century Communities has launched sales at its new Ivory townhome community in Jurupa Valley The company recently celebrated a Grand Opening featuring three model homes available for tour The two-story townhomes offer 2 to 3 bedrooms Residents will enjoy private community amenities including a dog area Each home comes equipped with the Century Home Connect® smart home package the development showcases Century Communities' commitment to accessible homeownership through their online homebuying platform Buyers can complete the entire purchase process digitally from selecting a home to signing contracts via DocuSign® Century Communities ha avviato le vendite della sua nuova comunità di case a schiera Ivory a Jurupa Valley l'azienda ha celebrato l'inaugurazione ufficiale con l'apertura di tre case modello visitabili Le case a schiera su due piani offrono da 2 a 3 camere da letto con una superficie fino a 1.554 piedi quadrati I residenti potranno usufruire di spazi comuni privati come area cani Ogni abitazione è dotata del pacchetto smart home Century Home Connect® mobili in stile Shaker e elettrodomestici di alta qualità il progetto riflette l'impegno di Century Communities per una proprietà abitativa accessibile grazie alla loro piattaforma di acquisto online Gli acquirenti possono completare l'intero processo di acquisto digitalmente dalla scelta della casa fino alla firma dei contratti tramite DocuSign® Century Communities ha iniciado las ventas de su nueva comunidad de casas adosadas Ivory en Jurupa Valley La empresa celebró recientemente una Gran Apertura con tres casas modelo disponibles para recorrer Las casas adosadas de dos pisos cuentan con 2 a 3 dormitorios Los residentes disfrutarán de amenidades privadas como área para perros Cada hogar viene equipado con el paquete de hogar inteligente Century Home Connect® gabinetes estilo Shaker y electrodomésticos premium el desarrollo refleja el compromiso de Century Communities con la propiedad accesible a través de su plataforma de compra en línea Los compradores pueden completar todo el proceso de compra digitalmente desde seleccionar una casa hasta firmar contratos vía DocuSign® Century Communities가 캘리포니아 주 주루파 밸리의 새로운 Ivory 타운홈 커뮤니티 판매를 시작했으며 최근 회사는 세 채의 모델 하우스를 공개하는 그랜드 오프닝 행사를 진행했습니다 I-15 고속도로 접근이 편리한 이 개발지는 Century Communities의 온라인 주택 구매 플랫폼을 통한 접근성 높은 주택 소유권 실현 의지를 보여줍니다 구매자는 집 선택부터 계약서 DocuSign® 서명까지 전 과정을 디지털로 완료할 수 있습니다 Century Communities a lancé les ventes de sa nouvelle communauté de maisons en rangée Ivory à Jurupa Valley L'entreprise a récemment célébré une grande ouverture avec trois maisons modèles ouvertes à la visite Les maisons en rangée à deux étages offrent de 2 à 3 chambres 2,5 salles de bains et des garages doubles avec une superficie allant jusqu'à 1 554 pieds carrés Les résidents profiteront d'équipements communautaires privés incluant une zone pour chiens Chaque maison est équipée du pack maison intelligente Century Home Connect® de placards de style Shaker et d'appareils électroménagers haut de gamme le développement illustre l'engagement de Century Communities pour un accès facilité à la propriété grâce à leur plateforme d'achat en ligne Les acheteurs peuvent finaliser tout le processus d'achat numériquement de la sélection de la maison à la signature des contrats via DocuSign® Century Communities hat den Verkauf seiner neuen Ivory Reihenhaus-Community in Jurupa Valley Das Unternehmen feierte kürzlich die große Eröffnung mit drei besichtigbaren Musterhäusern Die zweistöckigen Reihenhäuser bieten 2 bis 3 Schlafzimmer mit einer Größe von bis zu 1.554 Quadratfuß Die Bewohner können private Gemeinschaftsannehmlichkeiten wie einen Hundeplatz Jedes Haus ist mit dem Century Home Connect® Smart-Home-Paket Shaker-Stil Schränken und hochwertigen Geräten ausgestattet Mit bequemen Zugang zur I-15 zeigt die Entwicklung das Engagement von Century Communities für zugängliches Wohneigentum durch ihre Online-Kaufplattform Käufer können den gesamten Kaufprozess digital abschließen vom Haus auswählen bis zur Vertragsunterzeichnung via DocuSign® Top national builder offering new townhomes from the $400s JURUPA VALLEY, Calif., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—a top national homebuilder Learn more and explore available homes at www.CenturyCommunities.com/Ivory Learn more about the Buy Online 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Login has announced the launch of sales for its Ivory townhome community in Jurupa Valley the newly opened development features two-story townhomes offering 2 to 3 bedrooms Residents at Ivory will have access to private community amenities each townhome comes equipped with the Century Home Connect® smart home package the Ivory development underscores Century Communities' dedication to accessible homeownership The company's innovative online homebuying platform allows buyers to complete the purchasing process digitally—selecting a home and signing purchase contracts via DocuSign® For those interested in exploring this opportunity, the community sales center is located at 9893 Crossbay Loop, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509, where three model homes are currently open for tours. Further information and available homes can be explored on their website at www.CenturyCommunities.com/Ivory 2025 at 3:46 pm PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Police will set up an operation to monitor for drivers violating California's hands-free cell phone law at an undisclosed location in Jurupa Valley this week CA — Riverside deputies in Jurupa Valley will set up an operation to monitor for drivers violating California's hands-free cell phone law on April 21 Authorities said they will be scanning for drivers from 6 a.m "Drivers should not be on their phone and need to pay attention to the traffic around them,” Deputy Mark Masakayan said “That text or phone call is not worth the risk to yourself and other people on the roadway." Nearly 72% of drivers surveyed said that their biggest safety concern was distracted driving caused by texting according to a 2022 California Statewide Public Opinion Survey Some 56,000 tickets were issued in 2021 alone by the California Highway Patrol for distracted driving drivers cannot hold a phone or any other electronic communications device while driving violating the hands-free law for a second time within 36 months of a prior conviction could result in a point added to a driver's record Drivers are urged to pull over to a safe parking spot to take important phone calls Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. LAist is part of Southern California Public Radio This is a developing story and will be updated For the most up-to-date information about the fire you can check: A fire that broke out Thanksgiving Day continued to burn close to the Riverside/San Bernardino county line near Jurupa Valley on Friday All evacuation warnings have been lifted in Jurupa Valley and the care and reception center has now closed The Canyon Crest Fire was at 254 acres with 15% containment as of Friday afternoon on Thanksgiving Day in the area of Canyon Crest Drive and Weeping Willow Lane in Fontana according to the San Bernardino County Fire Department CalFire reports no structures have been destroyed or damaged bulldozers and water dropping helicopters assisted in fighting the fire yesterday They worked on containment throughout the night in challenging winds coming out of the east according to CalFire and the Riverside County Fire Department The cause of the fire is under investigation A wildfire that broke out in Riverside County grew to nearly 40 acres by Tuesday night triggering evacuation warnings that have since been lifted burned 38 acres and was 45% contained as of Wednesday morning according to a Cal Fire and Riverside County Fire Department spokesperson Forward progress of the fire was stopped by Tuesday night, according to a Cal Fire incident report It was one of several fires that ignited Tuesday, including the 85-acre Lilac Fire in San Diego County More: Idyllwild and Cabazon impacted by Public Safety Power Shutoffs as high winds continue Here’s an overview of the Clay Fire as of Wednesday morning Where is the Clay Fire?The Clay Fire broke out at the Santa Ana River bottom near Pedley Road and Van Buren Boulevard in Jurupa Valley Jurupa Valley is in Riverside County’s northwest region and neighbors the city of Riverside approximately a third of the acres burned is within Riverside Firefighters were on scene at a vegetation fire reported at 5 p.m. Tuesday in Jurupa Valley, according to Cal Fire and Riverside County Fire Department’s post on X The fire was “in heavy fuels and burning at a slow rate of spread.” Paris Barraza is a trending reporter covering California news at The Desert Sun. Reach her at pbarraza@gannett.com 2025 at 3:53 am PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The person extricated was taken to a hospital with minor injuries CA — One person was extricated from a vehicle after a crash in Jurupa Valley the Riverside County Fire Department said Sunday Firefighters responded to the intersection of Limonite Avenue and Van Buren Boulevard just before 10 a.m The person extricated was taken to a hospital with minor injuries It was unclear how many vehicles or people were involved in the crash 2025 at 9:19 am PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Heightened patrols will take place from 6 p.m CA — Police will ramp up patrols to search for impaired drivers in Jurupa Valley between Friday and Saturday The Riverside County Sheriff's Department said the patrol period will take place from 6 p.m “Impaired driving is preventable,” Sergeant Rafael Lopez said If you’ve been drinking or taken drugs that impair make the right choice by finding a sober driver or alternate transportation to take you places.” Police hope to improve public safety through this effort by removing those who may be drunk or high behind the wheel from the road Police warn that it isn't just alcohol that can impair driving Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving Drivers charged with a first-time DUI can face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties and have their license suspended Funding for this checkpoint comes from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 2025 at 4:34 pm PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Heightened patrols will take place from 6 p.m CA — Police will ramp up patrols to search for impaired drivers in Jurupa Valley on Feb “Impaired driving is preventable,” Deputy Robert Packer said New Inland Empire community offers a versatile lineup of two-story floor plans JURUPA VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—a top national homebuilder and featured on America's Most Trustworthy Companies and World's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek—revealed that Sterling the company's newest community in the Inland Empire "We're thrilled to continue expanding our presence in the Inland Empire to meet the high demand for homes with exceptional new construction and a best-in-class homebuying experience," said Area President Tom Hildebrandt "We look forward to having buyers and their real estate agents come check out Sterling offering beautiful floor plans with a great location in Riverside County." Learn more and explore available homes at www.CenturyCommunities.com/SterlingCA MORE ABOUT STERLINGNow selling from the low $600s   Sales Center:9680 New Forest LaneJurupa Valley DISCOVER THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING:Century Communities is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in California Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying and featured among America's Most Trustworthy .. 2025 at 10:45 am PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The brusher moved closer to the Bradford homes a short time later and the neighborhood was briefly placed under an evacuation warning CA — The growth of a Jurupa Valley brush fire was halted to 39 acres in the blaze that has reached 40 percent containment as of Wednesday morning the Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department shared All evacuation warnings for the Clay Fire were lifted and residents were told they could return home but to be advised that firefighters would remain in the area much of the day the blaze ignited in the Santa Ana Riverbed driven by offshore winds gusting through the Jurupa Valley area fire crews gained more traction in containing the blaze known as the Clay Fire Multiple engine and ladder crews from the Riverside County and Riverside fire departments were sent to the location Firefighters found flames burning toward a residential area along Bradford Street as winds weakened A third alarm was declared as the fire moved closer to the Bradford homes a short time later Dozer and hand crews worked overnight to build containment lines and conduct mop-up operations Cal Fire officials said 23 engines and eight hand crews would continue their work at the location Wednesday The cause of the fire wasn't immediately known the river bottom is rife with homeless encampments the globally recognized retail chain known for offering affordable and unique products is excited to announce the grand opening of its latest store in Jurupa Valley this store marks a significant milestone in Daiso's U.S "We are thrilled to open our new store in Jurupa Valley," said Jack Williams Chief Retail Operations Officer for Daiso USA "This milestone reflects the continued support of our customers and we're excited to introduce Daiso's budget-friendly offerings to the Jurupa Valley community We invite everyone to Discover Daiso and explore the variety of products we offer." spans 9,062 square feet and features a wide selection of products across multiple categories Customers can find everything from Japanese-inspired home decor and kitchenware to beauty products Daiso's commitment to providing affordable and unique merchandise has made it a go-to destination for shoppers seeking unique items at great prices "Thanks to the enthusiasm of our loyal customers we're excited to expand in California," said John Clarke "We continue to see growing demand in the region and we're proud to be opening more stores in 2025 With 167 stores now operating across the U.S. we're excited to serve new communities and bring the Daiso experience to even more customers." Daiso will offer exclusive promotions at the Jurupa Valley location the first 100 customers who make a minimum purchase of $30 will receive a special Daiso goodie bag as a thank-you for their support Store hours will be Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m About Daiso: Daiso is a global retail chain founded in Japan known for its wide selection of unique and affordable products across categories such as household goods market in 2005 and has expanded into multiple states is excited to announce the grand opening of its latest .. Retail Household, Consumer & Cosmetics Corporate Expansion Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More — Crews continued to work Friday to fully encircle a brush fire that broke out in the Santa Ana River bottom amid offshore winds that propelled it in the direction of homes burning roughly 39 acres before its progress was stopped The non-injury Clay Fire was reported at 4:45 p.m Tuesday in the area of Clay Street and Van Buren Boulevard along the boundary separating Jurupa Valley and Riverside according to the Riverside County Fire Department multiple engine and ladder crews from the Riverside County and Riverside fire departments were sent to the location encountering flames fanned by weakening Santa Ana winds toward a residential area along Bradford Street No Cal Fire aircraft were used due to the onset of darkness Dozer lines and hand crews worked overnight to build containment and conduct mop-up operations RCFD officials said five engines and two hand crews would continue their work at the location Thursday but the river bottom is rife with homeless encampments warming and debris fires are a year-round occurrence Firefighters successfully contained the Jurupa Fire in Jurupa Valley after it burned 2 acres near the Santa Ana River and prompted evacuation warnings on Monday evening According to the Riverside Fire Department the blaze was reported just before 5:00 p.m in the Santa Ana River bottom west of Van Buren Boulevard The fire quickly spread through the riverbed Evacuation warnings were issued for residents north of Jurupa Avenue Authorities advised residents needing extra time to evacuate to leave immediately including structure protection crews and hand crews worked to contain the flames using fire breaks and bulldozers The forward progress of the fire was stopped by 6:30 p.m. though a hard-to-reach area north of the river remained active but posed no threat to structures Cal Fire and the Riverside Fire Department confirmed the fire was held to 2 acres Residents were advised to avoid the area due to lingering drift smoke The cause of the fire is under investigation The devastation caused by wildfires can disrupt every aspect of life, but legal help is available to guide you through the recovery process. If you or someone you care about has been impacted by a wildfire, our skilled Jurupa Valley wildfire injury attorneys at Arash Law and work to secure a settlement that reflects the true extent of your damages From gathering vital documents like fire department and insurance reports to presenting a strong case our team is with you every step of the way With over $750 million recovered for our clients, we’re dedicated to achieving the best results for you. Call our wildfire injury lawyers at (888) 488-1391 or fill out the “Do I Have a Case?” form to get started today Sustaining an injury from a wildfire can be overwhelming and traumatic Being prepared and knowing the steps to take can help you manage the aftermath more effectively Here’s a guide to help you navigate through this challenging time and ensure your rights are protected I HAD AN ACCIDENT As of January 17, 2025, wildfires continue to threaten communities across the state. The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County has burned 23,713 acres with only 31% containment while the Eaton Canyon Fire has scorched 14,117 acres and reached 65% containment these fires have led to 24 fatalities and destroyed more than 12,300 structures The increasing severity of droughts and extreme weather due to climate change exacerbates wildfire risks and securing proper insurance coverage is essential for protecting lives and property A bicyclist sustained serious injuries after being hit by a vehicle in Sacramento on Saturday evening According to the Sacramento Police Department and another woman and two children sustained injuries following a two-vehicle head-on crash in El Dorado Hills A motorcyclist was killed following a suspected DUI crash in Merced on Saturday afternoon Two young men were killed following a suspected DUI crash in Fresno on Friday night and two others sustained non-life-threatening injuries following a multi-vehicle collision in the Westlake community of Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon Several people were injured following a possible fatal head-on collision at a stoplight in the Hawthorne area of Los Angeles County early Sunday morning California’s Powerhouse Accident Lawyers With a consecutively proven track record Disclaimer: Not every one of our firm’s attorneys has received the recognitions stated here Visit the attorneys’ specific profile page under the ‘Our Firm’ tab for specific attorney recognitions (888) 488-1391 Do I Have A Case? 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Topanga Canyon Boulevard, a heavily trafficked road connecting Malibu to the San Fernando Valley, was closed to nonresidents Tuesday afternoon because of wildfire danger and will remain so for the duration of the red flag warning, Caltrans announced “A typical red flag warning is still very dangerous, but it’s just not going to be quite as dry and not quite as windy,” weather service meteorologist Carol Smith said. “If we do have a fire, we are still expecting rapid growth and extreme fire behavior.” The red flag warning was in effect as of 3 p.m. Tuesday and covers most of Ventura County and the western half of Los Angeles County. The highest wind gusts are forecast for the Santa Monica, Santa Susanna and San Gabriel mountains. At the peak of the Franklin fire, almost 2,000 fire personnel were deployed to combat the blaze. On Tuesday, 819 personnel remained assigned to the fire, which has destroyed 20 structures and damaged 28 more, according to Cal Fire. Firefighters are focused on strengthening fire control lines in steep, rugged terrain and mopping up any small fires around structures, the agency said. Clara Harter is a breaking news reporter at the Los Angeles Times. Previously, she covered politics and education for the L.A. Daily News. While at the Daily News, she published a series on fentanyl addiction that won a first-place investigative journalism award from the L.A. Press Club. Harter majored in political science and Middle Eastern studies at Columbia University. She loves surfing and, when not reporting, can most likely be found in the ocean. Hollywood Inc. Entertainment & Arts Sports Television California Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map Lawsuit Seeks Better Protections for California’s 13,000-Year-Old Oak Calif.— Conservation groups sued the city of Jurupa Valley today for approving a development near the world’s oldest known living oak without properly analyzing the potential threats In September the Jurupa Valley City Council greenlit an industrial commercial and residential development approximately 550 feet from the Jurupa Oak (also known as the Hurunga oak) a one-of-a-kind plant estimated to be 13,000 to 18,000 years old The approval permits construction work for an industrial and business park to come within just 450 feet of the oak “It’s outrageous that city officials OK’d grading and blasting to make way for industrial buildings so dangerously close to Earth’s oldest living oak,” said Meredith Stevenson an attorney at the Center for Biological Diversity “The city didn’t factor in all the ways this development could permanently harm the Jurupa Oak and other sensitive species nearby I hope it’s not too late to rectify this grave mistake.” says that the city’s environmental review for the project violated the California Environmental Quality Act by overlooking threats to the Jurupa Oak’s watershed The lawsuit also says the city failed to analyze and reduce the project’s wildfire risks water supply concerns and other environmental consequences “We all want to see this remarkable oak survive for generations to come but the approved plan bypassed the rigorous review and transparency meant to protect it,” said Dr conservation program director for the California Native Plant Society “CEQA exists to help us through these considerations but the city’s actions undermine the integrity of this important public process.” a member of Quercus palmeri with a common name of Palmer’s oak is a sprawling shrub reaching nearly 80 feet in length It is the oldest known living plant in California and the third-oldest known living plant on Earth environmental justice and environmental groups have been calling on the city to create a 100-acre preserve to act as a buffer for this ancient plant while still allowing most of the proposed development to go forward the city denied the request for a larger buffer and failed to consider other alternatives that would better protect the oak and other wildlife which is in part designated by the state as a high fire-hazard severity zone is also home to the Delhi Sands flower-loving fly and sensitive birds like the California gnatcatcher Costa’s hummingbird and Bell’s sage sparrow the Jurupa Oak is an important cultural resource for all Californians,” said Dan Silver executive director of Endangered Habitats League “There are good solutions for both the oak and development “The development plan covers an area of 917 acres the oldest plant in California is to be protected by a buffer of less than 2% of that land,” said Leonard Nunney “The Jurupa Oak may have survived giant ground sloths eating its leaves but the increasing heat and decreasing water resulting from a neighboring business park may be more than it can tolerate Palmer’s oak populations were once much more widespread but its range has been restricted to cooler The Jurupa oak is the only known occurrence of Palmer’s oak remaining in the entire 1,700-square-mile Santa Ana River watershed Endangered Habitats League and Friends of Riverside’s Hills which are represented by the law office of Abigail Smith The Center for Biological Diversity is a national nonprofit conservation organization with more than 1.7 million members and online activists dedicated to the protection of endangered species and wild places More Press Releases A pedestrian was killed, and another was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Mission Boulevard near Soto Avenue in Jurupa Valley on Thursday evening According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department the collision occurred at approximately 6:05 p.m Deputies arriving at the scene found two pedestrians lying in the roadway along with the driver who remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities Emergency responders transported the two pedestrians to Riverside Community Hospital The other pedestrian remains hospitalized in critical condition The Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station Traffic Team is investigating the incident to determine the cause of the crash It is currently unclear whether drugs or alcohol were factors California law guarantees equal rights to pedestrians the injured victim or the family of a killed loved one can obtain maximum compensation by working with a personal injury lawyer from our firm Our legal team will guide you during your free consultation They will consider all relevant factors that may influence the settlement offer and the details of your case will be thoroughly explored You can rely on the legal advice of our reliable Jurupa Valley pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law to provide sound legal advice with your insurance claim or to represent you in court proceedings Our firm has recovered over $750 Million for California clients and is widely acknowledged for its success and reputation as one of California’s leading personal injury law firms Take the following steps to protect your well-being and right to compensation: Recent data showed that California roadways are considered to be the third-deadliest for pedestrians in the entire United States the 653 pedestrian fatalities recorded in 2012 increased to 1,108 in 2021 In Jurupa Valley, the Office of Traffic Safety reported that 38 pedestrians were killed and injured in traffic collisions in 2022 Eight of these victims were under the age of 15 reach out to our pedestrian accident attorneys in Jurupa Valley We can help you pursue justice and fair compensation 2025 at 4:21 am PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The fire was reported in the 6800 block of Sedona Drive CA — Four adults and two children were displaced by a garage fire in Jurupa Valley Sunday where firefighters found an active garage fire that had extended into the attic space of a residence and the six people displaced were being assisted by Southern California Red Cross The cause of the fire was not immediately clear Meredith Stevenson, Center for Biological Diversity, (574) 309-5620, [email protected]Laura Jaime, Shiishongna Tongva Nation Corona Band of Gabrielino Indians, (909) 795-8182, [email protected] California City OKs Development Threatening World’s Oldest Known Living Oak Calif.— The Jurupa Valley City Council approved a development plan Thursday that would place the world’s oldest known living oak in jeopardy industrial and commercial development on the 900-plus acre site calls for a 450-feet buffer around the Jurupa Oak where project activities such as construction cannot occur and a 550-feet buffer from any buildings Such a short distance from construction activities may be insufficient to ensure the survival of the Palmer’s oak “It’s shocking and sad to see the city fail to protect an ancient plant that is truly a wonder to behold,” said Meredith Stevenson “Buildings come and go but the Jurupa Oak is a one-of-a-kind gem that can offer lessons about our natural heritage for generations to come This development plan is no way to treat an international treasure.” Thursday’s decision was a rejection of a proposal made by a coalition of Tribal environmental justice and green groups to create a 100-acre preserve to better protect the Jurupa Oak and the watershed on which it relies Such a preserve would offer enough distance from land grading and blasting that could threaten the health and survival of the oldest known living plant in the state and the third oldest known living plant on Earth warehouses and commercial properties are built would also put this special tree at great risk it is a living symbol of our ancestral connection to this land estimated to be between 13,000 and 18,000 years old,” said Laura Jaime of the Shiishongna Tongva Nation Corona Band of Gabrielino Indians “This ancient oak represents our rich cultural heritage and serves as a reminder of the time when our ancestors thrived along the Santa Ana River.” The Jurupa Oak is a vast colony of growths resembling a sprawling shrub reaching approximately 80 feet in length The tree’s location in western Riverside County is far outside its natural range This is the only member of its species in the 1,700-square-mile Santa Ana River watershed For months a coalition of more than a dozen organizations have called on the city to better protect the Jurupa Oak located in a high fire hazard severity zone is also home to endangered and threatened species including the Delhi Sands flower-loving fly California gnatcatcher and Crotch’s bumblebee the city failed to consider and mitigate the various environmental harms Shiishongna Tongva Nation Corona band of Gabrielino Indians People’s Collective for Environmental Justice The non-injury Clay Fire was reported at 4:45 p.m. in the area of Clay Street and Van Buren Boulevard, along the boundary separating Jurupa Valley and Riverside, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department. The agency said multiple engine and ladder crews from the Riverside County and Riverside fire departments were sent to the location, encountering flames fanned by weakening Santa Ana winds toward a residential area along Bradford Street. A third alarm was declared as the fire moved closer to the Bradford homes a short time later, and the neighborhood was briefly placed under an evacuation warning. No Cal Fire aircraft were summoned due to the onset of darkness. As of 6 p.m., the fire was more than 50% contained, and firefighters were making progress establishing a line completely around the fire, officials said. The cause of the fire wasn't immediately known, but the river bottom is rife with homeless encampments, and cooking, warming and debris fires are a year-round occurrence. The temperature never exceeded 60 degrees Monday in the Riverside metropolitan area, with blustery north-northeasterly winds gusting to 25-30 mph most of the day. Print A family in Jurupa Valley is mourning the loss of their 14-year-old who died from severe burn injuries and smoke inhalation after their home was engulfed in flames last week firefighters from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and Riverside County Fire Department responded to a single-story house that was inundated with flames on Pacific Avenue in Jurupa Valley One victim was trapped and pulled from the burning structure by firefighters and transported to a local hospital in critical condition, according to county fire officials The cause of the fire is still under investigation Family members have identified the victim on social media as 14-year-old Zakaria Diaz Zakaria was an eighth-grade student of Central Middle School of Arts and Innovation, KTLA5 reported. The school released a statement that said Zakaria died of his injuries in the hospital two days after the fire. The school described Zakaria as a “profoundly kind student who enjoyed all aspects of school life.” increasing humidity and a chance of rain are forecast to bring relief to the Los Angeles area he played in the Intermediate Band and his band mates from last year are still his close friends,” the statement said “As one of the tallest students at Central you should see him above all the other kids but he was truly a gentle giant with a quick smile and an easy laugh.” His mother, Nicky Rodriquez, is raising money through a GoFundMe page for funeral expenses. She said Zakaria “had a happy fulfilled life and he will continue to give us the loving memories on the time we got to spend with him.” A small memorial of flowers, candles and a plush Pikachu were left on the curb in front of the charred remnants of the family’s home. The fire displaced seven people and also killed the family’s five chihuahuas, KTLA5 reported. The family is holding a memorial for Zakaria at 1 p.m. on Dec. 20 at the Rubidoux Mortuary-Kimberly Family Chapel on 6091 Mission Blvd. in Riverside. Karen Garcia is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the team that has a pulse on breaking news at the Los Angeles Times. She was previously a reporter on the Utility Journalism Team, which focused on service journalism. Her previous stints include reporting for the San Luis Obispo New Times and KCBX Central Coast Public Radio. High School Sports Business 2025 at 10:16 am PT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information about the incident is urged to call Deputy Schwartz of the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station at 951-955–2600 or the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office dispatch at 951- 776–1099.​ (Shutterstock)JURUPA VALLEY CA — A pedestrian who was fatally struck by a car in Jurupa Valley was identified Friday deputies responded to the area of Mission Boulevard and Soto Avenue where they found two people lying in the roadway The driver remained at the scene while deputies and CalFire provided medical aid to the victims according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department where one succumbed to their injuries and the other was being treated in critical condition was identified by the coroner's office as the deceased victim Police said the cause of the collision is still under investigation It is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were a factor in the crash The crash prompted the temporary closure of Mission Boulevard between Valley Way and Soto Avenue The identity of the victim has not been publicly identified yet Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information about the incident is urged to call Deputy Schwartz of the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station at 951-955–2600 or the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office dispatch at 951- 776–1099 JURUPA VALLEY – More than 1,300 marijuana plants and 13½ pounds of the drug were seized from an unoccupied grow house in Jurupa Valley A tipster led members of a drug task force to investigate a home in the 6600 block of Ametrine Court A search warrant was served on Friday afternoon according to Riverside County sheriff’s Sgt No one was arrested in connection with the indoor grow house Task force members determined that the home was remodeled to cultivate and process marijuana About $4,500 worth of electricity a month was bypassed around the meter In addition to the 1,355 marijuana plants deputies also found digital scales Deputies aske anyone with information about the Jurupa Valley home to call Deputy Steven Lycopolus of the sheriff’s Jurupa Valley station at (951) 955-2600 Print Officials lifted evacuation warnings as firefighters made some progress containing a wildfire near the Jurupa Valley that ignited Thanksgiving Day By Saturday, the Canyon Crest fire had spread to about 284 acres since it was first reported south of the Riverside and San Bernardino county line, according to Cal Fire. More than 200 firefighters have battled the blaze, which is now 50% contained, officials said. Containment refers to what portion of a wildfire’s perimeter has been surrounded by a natural or human-made control line. The progress led officials to cancel evacuation warnings in Jurupa Valley. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Growing wildfire south of Highway 60 prompts evacuation warning Evacuation warnings were initially issued last night as some houses had reportedly burned The fire as of Thursday evening encompassed 84 acres and was 0% contained overnight in the area east of County Village Road and west of Sierra Avenue Anabel Sosa is a former reporter for the Los Angeles Times’ Sacramento bureau. She is a graduate of UC Berkeley’s School of Journalism and a California Local News fellow. Climate & Environment The Clay fire was reported at 2 acres at 5 p.m. Tuesday and grew to 38 acres by 7 p.m., according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and the Riverside County Fire Department. A total of 165 personnel from multiple agencies and a firefighting helicopter responded to the blaze and were able to halt its forward progress around 9 p.m., according to Cal Fire and Riverside fire officials. The fire was 45% contained as of Wednesday morning. “Air resources have been released, and crews will remain on scene throughout the night and into the morning to conduct extensive mop-up operations,” the city of Riverside Fire Department said in an evening update. Hand crews worked to contain the fire by removing dense vegetation and trees around its perimeter and dousing the area in water, said Maggie Cline De La Rosa, a spokesperson for the county fire department. An evacuation warning was lifted for residents south of Limonite Avenue between Van Buren Boulevard and Beach Street at 11 p.m. Tuesday, according to the county fire department Twenty-three engines and eight hand crews were set to remain on scene throughout Wednesday, fire officials said. Riverside County firefighters monitor the Clay fire on Tuesday night. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times) On Jan. 13, crews responded to a similar brush fire in the Santa Ana River bottom, an area where there are homeless encampments. That fire broke out around 5 p.m., burned 2 acres and was contained by 7 p.m. The fires, each dubbed the Clay fire, were reported at Van Buren Avenue and Clay Street. Cline De La Rosa said this is the address often used to report fires in the riverbed but does not mean they are in the same location. In addition, a third riverbed fire was reported about six miles downriver on Jan. 14. That incident, dubbed the Scout fire, burned 2.6 acres near 4785 Scout Lane and was determined to be a result of arson. “The City of Riverside Fire Department’s arson investigator conducted an inquiry and determined the fire was deliberately set, originating near a homeless encampment,” the department said in a report on the blaze. The cause of Tuesday evening’s fire is currently unknown. Both Clay fires ignited while the region was under a red flag warning due to gusty Santa Ana winds and critically low humidity levels.