This United States Geological Service (USGS) wireless webcam is a self-sufficient, solar-and-battery powered system. The webcam is located downstream of the USGS stream-gaging station on City Creek near Highland. This station provides continuous monitoring of certain river conditions such as flow and stage. The webcam provides valuable information to the National Weather Service, first-responders, and area residents to evaluate real-time conditions in the creek channel during storms. The visual record of flooding and potential debris flows also provides valuable research data for the USGS. This webcam installation is part of the USGS Multi-Hazards Demonstration Project.Sunday, January 30, 2011
USGS Webcam Shows City Creek In Real Time
This United States Geological Service (USGS) wireless webcam is a self-sufficient, solar-and-battery powered system. The webcam is located downstream of the USGS stream-gaging station on City Creek near Highland. This station provides continuous monitoring of certain river conditions such as flow and stage. The webcam provides valuable information to the National Weather Service, first-responders, and area residents to evaluate real-time conditions in the creek channel during storms. The visual record of flooding and potential debris flows also provides valuable research data for the USGS. This webcam installation is part of the USGS Multi-Hazards Demonstration Project.
From The Sun: Friends, Family Bid Farewell To Pauline "Dimples" Murillo
The San Bernardino Sun has reported the passing and burial of Pauline "Dimples" Murillo, tribal elder of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Murillo, 76, died January 21 at Loma Linda University Medical Center and was laid to rest this past Friday at San Manuel Cemetery.
Police Blotter: Robbery Suspect Makes Off W/ Phone
According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, On Friday, January 28, at 3:00am, a deaf victim had his phone stolen while texting with it.
A Hispanic male suspect approached the victim walking south in 7400 block of Sterling Avenue, stole the phone from the victim's hand and fled northbound.
Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Deputy Laren Leichliter at 909/425-9793 or We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME.
A Hispanic male suspect approached the victim walking south in 7400 block of Sterling Avenue, stole the phone from the victim's hand and fled northbound.
Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Deputy Laren Leichliter at 909/425-9793 or We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME.
Monday, January 24, 2011
From The Sun: Burglar Arrested Inside 97¢ Store
According to a story on The San Bernardino Sun's website, a burglary suspect who broke into a 97¢ Store earlier today was arrested after deputies located him hiding inside the business.
"Henry Farnsworth, 35, of Highland was booked into Central Detention Center in San Bernardino on suspicion of burglary. San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies came to the business at 26498 Base Line Road at 3:03 a.m. The glass on the front door had been smashed and the iron bars were cut. Deputies entered the store and found a coin machine that had been pried open and its locks had been cut. They found Farnsworth hiding between cardboard boxes in a back room. He had bolt cutters, a screw driver and a flashlight in his backpack."
"Henry Farnsworth, 35, of Highland was booked into Central Detention Center in San Bernardino on suspicion of burglary. San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies came to the business at 26498 Base Line Road at 3:03 a.m. The glass on the front door had been smashed and the iron bars were cut. Deputies entered the store and found a coin machine that had been pried open and its locks had been cut. They found Farnsworth hiding between cardboard boxes in a back room. He had bolt cutters, a screw driver and a flashlight in his backpack."
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Police Blotter: Patton Nurse Busted With Child Porn
According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, a tech-nurse at Patton State Hospital was arrested recently for possession of child pornography.
An investigation in December revealed Thomas Myers, age 49 of Yucaipa, was bringing his personal cell phone on hospital grounds, a violation of policy, and sharing inappropriate images of women with patients and co-workers. Hospital police discovered video that appeared to be child pornography on the device and alerted the Sheriff's Department.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Depart Crimes Aganst Children detail and deputies from the Yucaipa Station served a search warrant at Myer's home where they recovered computers and other electronic storage devices to examine for any additional child pornography. Myers was interviewed about the crime, then transported and booked in to the Central Detention Center for PC 311.1(a) - Possession of Obscene Matter/Child Pornography. Bail was set at $25,000.00.
Investigators do not believe the images on Myers' cell phone are of anyone currently undergoing treatment at the facility and the child pornography appears to have been taken from the Internet.
Anyone with any additional information about this case should contact Det. T Niles or Sgt. R. Lomeli with Crimes Against Children detail at 909-387-3615. Those wishing to remain anonymous can leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME or online at www.wetip.com.
An investigation in December revealed Thomas Myers, age 49 of Yucaipa, was bringing his personal cell phone on hospital grounds, a violation of policy, and sharing inappropriate images of women with patients and co-workers. Hospital police discovered video that appeared to be child pornography on the device and alerted the Sheriff's Department.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Depart Crimes Aganst Children detail and deputies from the Yucaipa Station served a search warrant at Myer's home where they recovered computers and other electronic storage devices to examine for any additional child pornography. Myers was interviewed about the crime, then transported and booked in to the Central Detention Center for PC 311.1(a) - Possession of Obscene Matter/Child Pornography. Bail was set at $25,000.00.
Investigators do not believe the images on Myers' cell phone are of anyone currently undergoing treatment at the facility and the child pornography appears to have been taken from the Internet.
Anyone with any additional information about this case should contact Det. T Niles or Sgt. R. Lomeli with Crimes Against Children detail at 909-387-3615. Those wishing to remain anonymous can leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME or online at www.wetip.com.
From The Sun: Derry Explains Opposition To Gonzales
The San Bernardino Sun has followed their reporting of Supervisor Josie Gonzales election as Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors with a Point of View piece by Supervisor Neil Derry explaining his opposition.
"Supervisor Josie Gonzales, while exceedingly cordial and kind on a personal level, has repeatedly opposed my attempts to increase government transparency and accountability, advance governmental reforms and roll back lavish benefit packages for elected officials and judges. She has been openly hostile toward my efforts to establish an ethics commission and pass a Sunshine Ordinance that would ensure that the taxpayers of this county may view all credit card expenditures and other assorted expenses by their government."
"Supervisor Josie Gonzales, while exceedingly cordial and kind on a personal level, has repeatedly opposed my attempts to increase government transparency and accountability, advance governmental reforms and roll back lavish benefit packages for elected officials and judges. She has been openly hostile toward my efforts to establish an ethics commission and pass a Sunshine Ordinance that would ensure that the taxpayers of this county may view all credit card expenditures and other assorted expenses by their government."
From The Sun: Derry Opposes Gonzales As Supes Chair
The San Bernardino Sun is reporting the recent election of Josie Gonzales to chair the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors was opposed by two fellow board members. Both Brad Mitzelfelt and Neil Derry voted against Gonzales for the leadership role.
"Derry said he could not support Gonzales, who has served on the board since 2004, because she was linked to a federal probe of the county's Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton and has opposed nearly every governmental reform he has proposed since he took office in 2008."
"Derry said he could not support Gonzales, who has served on the board since 2004, because she was linked to a federal probe of the county's Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton and has opposed nearly every governmental reform he has proposed since he took office in 2008."
Sunday, January 16, 2011
From The P-E: Ramos Sworn As State School Board's First Native American
The Press-Enterprise is reporting San Manuel Chairman James Ramos was sworn in Monday to the state Board of Education, becoming the first American Indian to serve on the school policymaking panel.
From The Sun: December Flooding Seen As Avoidable
The San Bernardino Sun is reporting that residents of a neighborhood flooded on December 22 have been asking the City of Highland for a block wall on Summertrail Place at Highland Avenue since 2004.
"Mayor Larry McCallon said the Planning Commission considered capping Summertrail Place off at Highland Avenue but opted not to because it would leave the neighborhood with too few points of entry and exit."
"Mayor Larry McCallon said the Planning Commission considered capping Summertrail Place off at Highland Avenue but opted not to because it would leave the neighborhood with too few points of entry and exit."
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Fees Waived, NPG Program Expanded Following Storms
According to a post-storm progress report on City of Highland's website, the City Council met in an emergency meeting on December 30th and approved waiving city charges for Planning, Engineering, Building & Safety, and related Development Impact Fees for repairs to structures damaged by the flooding, mud and debris flows.
In addition, the boundaries of the Highland Redevelopment Agency's Neighborhood Pride Grant (NPG) Program have been expanded to include the Village area. This program offers loans of up to $25,000 for owner occupied properties. The loans will be forgiven over a 5-year period if the property remains occupied by the owner as their principal place of residence.
For more about NPG Program contact Kim Stater at (909) 864-6861 x204.
In addition, the boundaries of the Highland Redevelopment Agency's Neighborhood Pride Grant (NPG) Program have been expanded to include the Village area. This program offers loans of up to $25,000 for owner occupied properties. The loans will be forgiven over a 5-year period if the property remains occupied by the owner as their principal place of residence.
For more about NPG Program contact Kim Stater at (909) 864-6861 x204.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Fantastic Planet TV's Clever Aerial Video of Highland
Found this clever aerial video of Highland on a YouTube channel called Fantastic Planet TV. City Creek, Hwy. 210 and Central Park are clearly visible. What other landmarks do you recognize?
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Ramos Appointed to State Board of Education
Brown's seven new appointees, according to an announcement on the Los Angeles Times' website, represents a significant shift the panel's make-up in age, geography and educational background.
Saturday, January 8, 2011
ALERT: Hwy. 330 Closed Indefinitely
A major portion of the road between the lower passing lane and the turnoff for 1N09 to Manzanita Flats shooting area has washed out and the ground continues to be unstable. Engineers are currently assessing the damage and motorists are asked to use SR 38 or SR 18 as alternate routes.
As recently as Wednesday, The San Bernardino Sun reported CalTrans District 8 Director Ray Wolfe indicated repairs may take two years, but Thursday The Sun reported Wolfe hoped his agency could repair the road in half that time. What a difference a day makes!
Mark Muckenfuss, staff writer/columnist for The Press-Enterprise, has written a column about the history of Hwy. 330.
Click here to see additional CalTrans photos of the damage.
As recently as Wednesday, The San Bernardino Sun reported CalTrans District 8 Director Ray Wolfe indicated repairs may take two years, but Thursday The Sun reported Wolfe hoped his agency could repair the road in half that time. What a difference a day makes!
Mark Muckenfuss, staff writer/columnist for The Press-Enterprise, has written a column about the history of Hwy. 330.
Click here to see additional CalTrans photos of the damage.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Police Blotter: Two Arrested For Mail Theft
According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, a 35-year-old woman and her 17-year-old male accomplice were arrested early Tuesday when they were found in possession of stolen mail belonging to residents of evacuated areas in Highland.
On Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 2:28 a.m., Deputy Walter Peraza from the Rancho Cucamonga Station sat in a Highland City patrol car guarding the evacuated homes on Autumn Chase in the City of Highland.
Peraza observed a suspicious vehicle drive into the area and made contact with two subjects that had quickly pulled into a driveway of a house and were walking towards the residence.
The female driver, Amanda Nieblas, was arrested after Peraza found she had numerous outstanding warrants. During the arrest, deputies searched the vehicle and located burglary tools and stolen mail belonging to evacuated residences on Autumn Chase, as well as other houses in the area.
Nieblas was booked at Central Detention Center with a $425,000. bail. The juvenile was cited and released to a parent. All of the victims of the mail theft have been contacted and the outstanding mail has been returned.
Police Chief Dave Williams said that he was thankful for Peraza's keen observations and felt that Highland's decision to continue the extra patrol positions paid dividends to these citizens already hard hit by the recent mud slides. Williams cautions all citizens that mail theft is a widespread crime and that everyone should do all they can to minimize exposure of both incoming and out going mail.
Anyone with information about this crime is urged to contact Sgt. Hector Gomez at the Highland Police Station at (900)425-9793. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or www.wetip.com.
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