Highland Observed

Police Blotter: Highland Deputy Arrested For Lewd Acts w/Minor

2011-04-25T21:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Friday, April 22, 2011, the Sheriff's Department received information that a deputy may have had inappropriate sexual relations with a female minor. Sheriff's officials notified the Crimes Against Children Detail who immediately began an investigation. Numerous interviews were conducted and based upon evidence collected,

Police Blotter: Highland Man Among Two Arrested In Fatal Weekend Stabbing

2011-04-20T19:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, two men, including one from Highland, have been arrested in the weekend stabbing death of a San Bernardino man. on Sunday, April 17, 2011, at approximately 11:23 p.m., deputies from Central Station were dispatched to the 7200 block of Tippecanoe Avenue in San Bernardino regarding several 911 emergency calls. Deputies

Police Blotter: Highland Resident Arrested In Recent Armed Robbery Spree

2011-04-16T14:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, a Highland resident has been arrested in a string of armed robberies at numerous fast food restaurants. On Tuesday, March 12, 2011 at 10:36 a.m., the Subway in Loma Linda was robbed at gunpoint by a black male adult wearing a black hoodie, dark pants and a black bandana covering part of his face. The suspect fled on foot and

Police Blotter: Shooting Suspect Arrested

2011-04-09T04:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, following a shooting on April 2, 2011 at approximately 11:23 p.m. near the 26000 block of Baseline Street in the City of Highland, the suspect was identified as Colton resident Ronald McFoy, age 29. The case was reviewed by the District Attorney's Office and a warrant for McFoy was issued for Attempted Murder. On April 7,

Police Blotter: Transient Arrested In Attempt Kidnap & Rape Of Female Juvenile

2011-04-06T20:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at about 7:00 a.m., a male transient approached a female juvenile as she walked to school. The suspect attempted to engage the victim in conversation and followed her for several blocks. He then physically grabbed and forced himself upon the victim in the front yard of a Fisher Street residence.

Police Blotter: Man Wounded On Base Line

2011-04-04T21:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on April 2, 2011, at approximately 11:23 p.m., Highland deputies received a report of a man down. Deputies heard gunshots and discovered the unidentified victim shot near the 26000 block of Baseline Street. The victim stated an unknown black male fired multiple times at him while he was walking then fled the scene in an

Police Blotter: Rialto Teacher, Former Highland Resident, Arrested Over Child Porn

2011-04-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, March 29, 2011, Rialto Police Department received information that suggested Michael J. Edmondson, age 32, was furnishing narcotics to juveniles and may be in possession of child pornography. It was determined that the crimes occurred between October 2010 and February 2011 in the Highland area, at Edmondson’s

From The Sun: Highland Flood Victims May Receive Tax Breaks

2011-03-20T10:30:00.000-07:00

The San Bernardino Sun is reporting that Highland homeowners whose homes were damaged by storms in December may be eligible for federal tax breaks going back to 2009: ..."By amending their 2009 tax return to claim disaster losses from 2010, homeowners may qualify for additional deductions under the National Disaster Relief Act of 2008," said Insurance Information Network of California Executive

Police Blotter: Meth Lab Bust Nets 4 Suspects

2011-03-19T07:00:00.000-07:00

On March 3, 2010, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Highland Gang Team, along with the San Bernardino County Gang Intelligence Team, served a search warrant in the 25700 block of 7th Street, Highland, in reference to narcotic activity. The search warrant was served at the residence, and deputies located a methamphetamine lab inside the garage. The San Bernardino County Narcotics Division was

From The Sun: Highland Man Arrested, Suspected Of DUI in Fatal Collision

2011-02-05T09:30:00.000-08:00

The San Bernardino Sun is reporting the arrest of a Highland man on suspicion of driving under the influence following fatal traffic collision Thursday on the 210 Freeway. "Officers arrested Russell Hanson, 32, of Highland on suspicion of DUI and vehicular manslaughter. Hanson was driving a 2007 GMC Yukon east on the 210 Freeway near Del Rosa Avenue when it crashed into a 1994 Lincoln Town Car

From The Sun: Highland Man Arrested in Burglaries

2011-02-05T09:00:00.000-08:00

The San Bernardino Sun is reporting one man from Highland and another from Upland have been arrested on suspicion of stealing expensive leather goods last year from a Lake Arrowhead store. "William Maurice Hart, 41, of Highland, and Steven James Brewer, 27, of Upland, are suspected in a pair of break-ins at the Coach Factory Store, in Lake Arrowhead Village, according to a San Bernardino County

USGS Webcam Shows City Creek In Real Time

2011-01-30T16:30:00.000-08:00

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

From The Sun: Friends, Family Bid Farewell To Pauline "Dimples" Murillo

2011-01-30T08:15:00.000-08:00

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

2011-01-30T08:00:00.000-08:00

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

From The Sun: Burglar Arrested Inside 97¢ Store

2011-01-24T19:30:00.000-08:00

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:

Police Blotter: Patton Nurse Busted With Child Porn

2011-01-22T17:00:00.000-08:00

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.

From The Sun: Derry Explains Opposition To Gonzales

2011-01-22T10:00:00.000-08:00

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

From The Sun: Derry Opposes Gonzales As Supes Chair

2011-01-22T07:00:00.000-08:00

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

From The P-E: Ramos Sworn As State School Board's First Native American

2011-01-16T09:30:00.000-08:00

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

2011-01-16T08:30:00.000-08:00

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

Fees Waived, NPG Program Expanded Following Storms

2011-01-12T20:45:00.000-08:00

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

Fantastic Planet TV's Clever Aerial Video of Highland

2011-01-10T22:30:00.000-08:00

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?

Ramos Appointed to State Board of Education

2011-01-09T11:30:00.001-08:00

James Ramos, Chairman of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and a member of the San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustees, has been appointed by Gov. Jerry Brown to the California 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

ALERT: Hwy. 330 Closed Indefinitely

2011-01-08T08:00:00.000-08:00

According to CalTrans District 8 website, Hwy. 330 between Highland and Running Springs is closed indefinitely due to storm damage to the roadway. 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

Police Blotter: Two Arrested For Mail Theft

2011-01-04T23:00:00.000-08:00

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

Police Blotter: Sheriff Warns Of "Door Kick Crew"

2010-12-12T11:30:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department news release, an investigation is under way into residential burglaries in which the front door has been kicked in. Residents are arriving home, finding the front door kicked in and valuables taken. During the course of their investigation, detectives have learned that the suspects will approach houses in a neighborhood they believe to

Victims of Monday's Plane Crash Identified

2010-02-09T21:00:00.000-08:00

According to an update on The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department website, Capt. Joseph M. Gauthier, age 27, and Capt. Amanda K. Herrington, age 29, both members of 163rd Reconnaissance Wing, MQ-1 Pilots, have been identified as the victims of Monday's plane crash.

Two Die As Plane Crashes into Wash

2010-02-08T21:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Monday, February 8, 2010 at 12:53 p.m., Sheriff’s Dispatch received several calls regarding a plane that had just crashed in the Santa Ana River wash just north of the Redlands Airport. Witnesses stated they saw the plane doing aerobatics when, for unknown reasons, it appeared to lose altitude and crashed. Upon arrival

Police Blotter: Man Shot, Killed Outside Party

2010-02-06T23:30:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Saturday, February 6, 2010, at about 0051 hours, the Highland Police Station received a report of multiple shots heard in the area of the 7900 block of Primrose in the city of Highland. Deputies arrived and were flagged down at Primrose and Mossway by a resident who located a subject down in the front yard.CAL FIRE arrived

Police Blotter: Two Held in Murder Attempt

2010-02-06T23:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 6:34 p.m., a Central Station patrol deputy was in the 7400 block of Tippecanoe in Highland enroute to Central Detention Center in San Bernardino with an arrestee in the back seat of his patrol unit when the back window was suddenly shot out. The bullet narrowly missed the deputy and the

Police Blotter: Robbery Suspects Arrested

2009-09-09T23:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at about 7:20 PM, two black male juveniles approach two other juveniles as they were skateboarding near the Highland Sam J. Racadio Library & Environmental Learning Center. The suspects asked the victims if they were "gang bangers" and the victims responded they are not. The two suspects then

Police Blotter: Checkpoint Nets One Suspected DUI

2009-09-09T22:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on the evening of Saturday, September 5, 2009, the Highland Police Department conducted a checkpoint with funding from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety Sobriety/Driver's License Checkpoint Program. The checkpoint was conducted on Victoria Avenue and Highland Avenue in the city of Highland. A total of 595

Police Blotter: Rape Suspect Arrested

2009-05-29T23:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Friday, May 15, 2009, deputies responded to a rape call in the City of Highland. The suspect, 39-year-old Tony Flores, approached the 16-year-old victim while she walking in the area of GreenSpot Road and Boulder Avenue. Flores convinced the victim to walk to a trailer located on Merris St. in the City of Highland where

Police Blotter: Highland Police Plan DUI Checkpoint

2009-05-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

According to a news release from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, The Highland Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Friday, May 22, 2009, from 6:00PM to 2:00AM, at Base Line and Golondrina Drive in the City of Highland. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to

San Manuel Donates $500,000 To Stalled Project

2009-05-19T16:15:00.000-07:00

According to a release provided by The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians: Mary’s Mercy Center together with San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is proud to announce the donation of $500,000 from San Manuel towards the construction of Veronica’s Home of Mercy II. “This very generous donation will put our project back on track towards completion in the next 120 days” stated Father Mike Barry,

Police Blotter: Tip Leads To Rock Cocaine Arrest

2009-05-05T08:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at approximately 4:25 PM, deputies responded to an apartment in the 7330 block of McKinley Street in the City of Highland regarding a We Tip call of possible narcotic activity there. After obtaining a consent to search, Deputies discovered a large quantity of packaged rock cocaine and marijuana

Police Blotter: Blockbuster Burglary Suspect Caught

2009-05-05T08:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Monday, April 27, 2009 deputies responded to Blockbuster Video at 27889 Base Line in Highland reference to a burglary suspect putting numerous DVDs down the front of his pants in an attempt to conceal them. The suspect then exited the store failing to pay for the merchandise. Once outside the store, he was confronted by

Police Blotter: Pharmacy Robbed, Deputy Tails Suspect

2009-04-29T15:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at approximately 5:32 PM, deputies responded to the CVS Pharmacy in Highland for a report of a theft. The responding deputies were informed that an off-duty deputy observed the store manager chasing a male subject through the store parking lot.The off duty deputy followed the subject through

Heat To Continue Until Wednesday

2009-04-20T10:00:00.000-07:00

The heat wave that rolled into the area this weekend is expected to last until Wednesday, according to a National Weather Service forecast.Temperature today is expected to reach 96 with a low tonight of about 60. Tuesday is expected to be slightly cooler at 94 with temperatures overnight dropping to 57.Wednesday is expected to top out at only 85. Calm winds between five and ten miles-per-hour

Small Vegetation Fire Stopped Quickly

2009-04-15T16:30:00.001-07:00

A small vegetation fire at Greenspot Road and Orange Street was quickly doused by firefighters early this afternoon. Firefighters from U.S. Forest Service and Cal Fire responded to the blaze with traffic control provided by San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. High winds pushed the smoke in a northeasterly direction from the intersection and traffic was stopped on Orange until the blaze

Police Blotter: CVS Robbed On Easter Sunday

2009-04-13T17:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, a suspect described as a hispanic male adult dressed in a black hat, black hoodie (hood pulled over his head), blue jeans and black gloves, forced his way into the manager's office in the rear of the CVS Pharmacy after knocking on the key pad door. An employee opened the key pad door and the suspect explained he needed to

Police Blotter: Pursuit Results In DUI Arrest

2009-04-13T08:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Saturday, April 11, 2009, deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop of a 1994 Ford truck at 9th Street and Sterling Avenue in the city of Highland that was driving in an erratic manner.Rather then pulling over to the side of the road, the vehicle continued traveling along 9th Street. As the Ford reached the intersection

Police Blotter: Armed Robbers Assault Store Clerk

2009-04-10T21:15:00.000-07:00

According to A San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Friday, April 10, 2009 at about 9:57 AM, two black males, one armed with a handgun, entered the Highland Liquor store located at 7567 Victoria Avenue. They assaulted the clerk and forced him into the back room of the store. The suspects stole cigarettes and cash. They fled the area northbound on Victoria Avenue in a small

Police Blotter: Subject Jumps Onto Freeway

2009-04-10T20:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on April 9, 2009 at approximately 11:00 PM, Daniel McPherson, age 53, climbed over the chain link fence on the south side of Base Line, where Base Line crosses over Hwy. 210, and jumped from the overpass onto the westbound lanes of the freeway.As his body struck the roadway his legs were broken by the force of the fall.

Police Blotter: Traffic Enforcement Detail Results in Over 200 Citations, One Arrest On No-Bail Warrant

2009-04-09T19:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release,on Wednesday April 8, 2009 from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Highland Station conducted a Multi-Jurisdictional Traffic Enforcement operation in the City of Highland. Participating in the operation were 20 traffic officers from the California Highway Patrol-Inland Division, the San

Postmus To Enter Rehabilitation, Supervisors To Provide Their $495-An-Hour Report To Public

2009-04-04T15:00:00.000-07:00

The Sun is reporting today that disgraced former San Bernardino County assessor Bill Postmus, who resigned amid allegations of drug abuse and cronyism at the Assessor's Office, said Friday he is checking himself into a drug-treatment center."I'm heading to the airport right now and am heading into a long, extensive rehabilitation," Postmus said late Friday.Postmus, 37, rose to prominence in San

Police Blotter: Couple Robbed At Gunpoint In Their Garage, Trio Make Off With Cash

2009-04-03T00:15:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on April 2, 2009, deputies from the Highland Police Station responded to a residential robbery that had just occurred in the 25000 block of 5th Street in the City of Highland.Upon arrival deputies were advised by the two victims that three black males approached them as they were sitting in their garage. One suspect removed a

Report: Pilot In Montana Crash Asked To Divert

2009-04-02T12:45:00.000-07:00

According to an Associated Press story:A preliminary report released Thursday on the Montana plane crash that killed 14 people two weeks ago said the pilot twice asked air traffic controllers to divert from the flight's original destination but gave no reason either time......The report said the last known radio communication from the pilot of the Pilatus PC-12/45 was that he was preparing to

Police Blotter: Murder Suspect's Vehicle Located In Colton, May Have Fled To Mexico

2009-03-30T23:45:00.000-07:00

The Sun is reporting via their web site that a suspected killer's vehicle was found abandoned in Colton this morning but authorities are still searching for him.Jesus Macedo, 31, is believed to have fled to Mexico after killing his wife in their Highland home Sunday afternoon, said sheriff's officials.Macedo's green four-door 1989 Honda Accord was found this morning parked in a bus terminal lot

Police Blotter: Youth Strong Arms Skateboard, Threaten To Knock Out Victim

2009-03-30T19:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Sunday, March 29, 2009 at about 3:30 PM, four unknown subjects approached the juvenile victim and his friends. Suspect One asked the victim if he could use his skateboard and when the victim complied, the suspect took off with it. The victim gave chase and caught up to the suspect. The victim asked for his skateboard back

Police Blotter: Wife Found Dead Following Domestic Disturbance, Husband Wanted For Questioning

2009-03-30T07:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on March 29, 2009, at about 3:10 PM, Deputies from the Highland Sheriff’s Station responded to a residence in the 29100 block of Greenspot Road in the city of Highland to check the welfare of the residents following an earlier domestic disturbance at the location. Family members discovered the body of 26-year-old Juanita

Derry Selects Watson As New Chief Of Staff

2009-03-28T17:45:00.000-07:00

According to a brief dated 3/27/09 on The Sun's web site:County Supervisor Neil Derry's pick for his next chief of staff is Sun Metro Editor George Watson. The Board of Supervisors will vote on the appointment April 7, Derry said. "George is a top-tier individual," Derry said. "He's ethical. He's highly educated. He's professional. He works very hard. I think he will be a tremendous asset to not

Courting Controversy, Derry Hires Anti-Immigrant Turner As Chief Of Staff Erwin Resigns

2009-03-24T23:30:00.000-07:00

The Press-Enterprise is reporting that San Bernardino County Supervisor Neil Derry hired a controversial anti-illegal immigration activist Tuesday, the same day he announced the resignation of another staff member who has been a lightning rod for criticism in the county. The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted 4-0, with Supervisor Josie Gonzales absent, to ratify the decision to hire

Highland Resident Was Pilot In Montana Plane Crash

2009-03-24T03:00:00.000-07:00

The Press-Enterprise is reporting the pilot of the plane that crashed Sunday near Butte, Montana has been identified as Ellison "Bud" Summerfield, 65, of Highland. Fourteen people died in the crash of the flight that originated earlier in the day from Redlands Municipal Airport. MORE>>The Sun is also reporting the pilot from Highland. MORE>>Icing and overloading are issues that are being

Police Blotter: Second Suspect Arrested In Slaying

2009-03-23T09:15:00.000-07:00

Sheriff's investigators have located and arrested a second suspect in the March 14 slaying of Anthony Vargas. Numerous tips received at The Highland Sheriff's Station led detectives to a Highland address on Saturday where 19-year-old Marcus Deshawn Perry was located, questioned and arrested, according to Sgt. Frank Bell by phone this morning. Bell indicated that based on witness reports Perry

Police Blotter: Subject Sought For Questioning In Vargas Slaying

2009-03-21T12:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, witness and other involved party statements indicate 19-year-old Marcus Deshon Perry was involved in last weekend's fight in front of 7894 Calle Del Rio Street in the City of Highland, in which Anthony Vargas was stabbed and killed and Chris Basurto was injured.Sheriff’s Homicide Detectives have made several unsuccessful

Erwin Claims Arrest "Politically Motivated"

2009-03-20T17:00:00.000-07:00

According to a story posted this afternoon on The Press-Enterprise web site, Highland resident Jim Erwin, top aide to San Bernardino County Supervisor Neil Derry, today described his arrest Thursday as a politically motivated prosecution."Erwin, 46, said he believes the San Bernardino County district attorney's office targeted him because he and his boss did not support the district attorney's

White Sentenced to Life w/o Parole in Cee Vee's Slayings

2009-03-20T16:30:00.000-07:00

Gunman Christopher White was sentenced today in the 2005 Cee Vee's Liquor store shootings. Judge Brian McCarville, the only intelligible voice on a video posted by The Press-Enterprise, described the video of the shootings as "one of the most horrific I've ever seen." and imposed the sentence of life without parole. See previous post about White's conviction for first-degree murder with

County Supervisor Derry's Staff Chief Erwin Is Arrested, Charged With Perjury, Other Counts

2009-03-20T08:30:00.000-07:00

The Los Angeles Times is reporting that the widening criminal probe of the San Bernardino County assessor's office led to the arrest Thursday of Highland resident James Erwin, chief of staff for county Supervisor Neil Derry and a former assistant assessor, on 10 felony counts including "failure to disclose receipt of prostitution and masseuse services." MORE>>According to a release issued by the

Police Blotter: Repossessed Vehicle Retrieved At Gunpoint

2009-03-19T14:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 2:30 AM deputies responded to a disturbance in the 28500 block of Byron Street in the City of Highland. A vehicle was repossessed and towed from the private property. The suspect, 32-year-old Jason Lascola, followed the victim and a verbal confrontation occurred. Lascola pointed a shotgun at the

Police Blotter: Report Filed With DA, Second Victim ID'd & Both Vehicles Recovered In Fatal Stabbing

2009-03-17T22:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Tuesday, March 17th, following an extensive investigation, investigators submitted their report to the District Attorney's Office for review. In addition to the murder charge filed against the suspect, Matthew Duronio in the death of Anthony Vargas, an additional charge of attempted murder has been filed against him.

Police Blotter: Suspect Arrested In Fatal Fight

2009-03-16T10:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, On Sunday, March 15 investigators contacted 20-year-old Matthew Duronio at his residence in San Bernardino after receiving information that he may have been involved in the murder of Anthony Vargas.Duronio brought investigators to his vehicle, a silver Acura Integra, which was being concealed in a garage on the 7900 block of

Police Blotter: Suspects Sought in Fatal Fight

2009-03-15T11:45:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Saturday, March 14, 2009, deputies from the Highland Police Station responded to a 911 call in the 7800 block of Calle Del Rio in the City of Highland.Upon arrival, deputies located the victim, 20-year-old Anthony Vargas, in the front yard of a residence with injuries to his upper body. Deputies were advised that Vargas

Police Blotter: Jolly Boys Liquor Store Burglarized

2009-03-13T12:15:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Friday, March 13, 2009, two white males dressed in all black clothing pried open the rear door of the Jolly Boys Liquor Store, located at 7697 Sterling Avenue, and gained access. Suspects activated the alarm as they entered the business, and the alarm company called the business owner, who canceled response due to

Police Blotter: Local Pawn Shop Burglarized

2009-03-13T12:00:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Friday, March 13, 2009 at 2:29 AM, suspect(s) gained entry to Tony's Jewelry & Loan Pawn Shop, located at 26454 E. Highland Avenue through the roof. Once inside, the suspect(s) removed property from the business. Frightened from the business by patrol units arriving on scene, the suspect(s) fled in a westerly

Police Blotter: 2nd Arrest In Walker Street Shooting

2009-03-13T11:30:00.000-07:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, Sheriff’s homicide investigators made a second arrest in the February 1st Walker Street shooting case. Kamran Jahadi, 21 years old, was arrested at his home in Victorville. Jahadi was booked without bail at Central Detention Center on suspicion of Murder and Participation in a Criminal Street

New Highland Post Office To Open Monday

2009-03-12T15:00:00.000-07:00

According to a card I received in my mailbox today addressed to "Postal Customer," On Monday, March 16 at 9:00 AM, the Highland Post Office will open at its new location, 7745 Boulder Avenue, Highland CA 92346. Moving into the new Retail Post Office will begin on Saturday, March 14. Retail services will not be available and P.O. Box mail will be available for pick up only until 12 noon on

LifeStream Plans Open Blood Drive March 23

2009-03-10T08:30:00.000-07:00

LifeStream, the new name for Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, has scheduled an Open Blood Drive on Monday, March 23, 2009 at the Highland Family YMCA, located at 7793 Central Avenue in Highland. Collection hours are from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM.If you are interested in organizing a blood drive for your community, please call 1.800.TRY GIVING (1.800.879.4484) for more

P-E Purge: 40 Positions Cut At The Press-Enterprise

2009-03-08T21:30:00.000-07:00

In a brief attributed to business writer Jack Katzanek online late Friday and in print on Saturday, The Press-Enterprise reports it laid off some 40 workers last week, more than half in the news department, due to a precipitous decline in ad revenues. Ron Redfern, chief executive officer and publisher, stated: "Like every company in our business, we continue to see revenues erode, and the

"A Day of Dr. Seuss," At Highland Library March 2

2009-02-28T18:00:00.000-08:00

According to San Bernardino County Library's web site, on Monday, March 2, The Highland Sam J. Racadio Library & Environmental Learning Center will mark the birthday of Theodor Geisel, better known as childrens author Dr. Seuss, with an all-day event in his honor.

Police Blotter: Suspect Arrested In Walker Street Shooting

2009-02-26T20:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, an extensive investigation has resulted in the arrest of 25-year-old Ivan Sanchez of Highland on suspicion of murder in the February 1st shooting death of 19-year-old Frank Anthony Galvan. Sanchez was booked at Central Detention Center and is being held without bail. He is expected to be arraigned on Friday, February 27,

Police Blotter: Highland Sheriff's Station Urges "Situational Awareness" To Thwart Crime

2009-02-24T23:18:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, during the months of December, January and February the City of Highland Sheriff’s station has noted an increase in thefts. These crimes include robberies from victims and burglaries from vehicles and residences throughout the city. We would like to encourage citizens to be aware of their surroundings and acknowledge their

Police Blotter: Gang Sweep Results in 54 Arrests

2009-02-14T16:30:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on February 13, from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, the Highland Police Department with the help of The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s Special Enforcement Division, as well as deputies from The Sheriff’s Department’s Central Station, Chino Hills Station, Rancho Cucamonga Station, Big Bear Station, Twin Peaks Station,

Police Blotter: Three Arrested In Pharmacy Thefts

2009-02-12T17:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on February 11, 2009 at approximately 4:35 p.m., North Hollywood residents Nelson Carcamo, Carolina Descua, and Eda Chavez conspired to steal merchandise from CVS Pharmacy and Walgreen Stores in the San Bernardino County area.According to the release, the suspects were observed by store employees entering the CVS store at

Police Blotter: Highland Father Dies, Two Sons Injured In Crash

2009-02-11T10:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Sunday, February 8, 2009 about 1:15 AM, Dan Jayson Roderos, 22, was driving family members home, west bound on Mayberry St. near Barton Road in Loma Linda. He failed to negotiate a right turn crashing through a fence and off an approximate 30 foot embankment. The vehicle overturned killing his father Danilo L. Roderos, 52.

Highland Sets March 28 For Annual Harvest Festival

2009-01-18T00:30:00.000-08:00

Highland's annual Citrus Harvest Festival, a street fair celebrating the city's rich citrus history, has been set for Saturday, March 28.According to San Bernardino County Sun newspaper reporter Joe Nelson's post on his Highland Now blog, the festival budget this year is $15,405.More than 150 vendors and exhibitors are expected to show for this year's festival, which will include live

Facebook: Replaces Face Time, or Enhances It?

2009-01-17T22:15:00.000-08:00

I've wondered for some time now why some friends never call, visit, send cards or gifts anymore, yet seem to always be sending me virtual versions of the above and constantly updating their whereabouts via Facebook, the social networking site. Once a college student-only site, it's popularity is on the increase among the over-25 population. TIME has posted a great article about the Facebook

Police Blotter: Man Is Shot & Dies, Suspect Arrested

2009-01-16T08:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Wednesday, January 14, 2009, at approximately 4:00 PM, San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Dispatch received a 9-1-1 call reporting an unknown problem at a residence in the 26100 block of Cypress Street in Highland. Units from the Highland Police Station responded, but found no one at the residence. Within minutes

DA Investigators Arrest Postmus On Drug Charges

2009-01-15T20:00:00.000-08:00

According to a news release issued by the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office, on Thursday, January 15, 2009, approximately 50 investigators and technicians served search warrants in the San Bernardino County communities of Highland, San Bernardino, Apple Valley, Victorville, Rancho Cucamonga and Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County as part of their continuing investigation

Highland Chamber To Host Annual Community Awards & Installation Dinner January 15th

2009-01-07T10:45:00.000-08:00

According to a posting on their web site, The Highland Area Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Community Awards and Installation Dinner on Thursday, January 15th, at The Castaway Restaurant in San Bernardino. The Chamber will present awards to the Highland area’s Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Firefighter of the Year, Police Officer of the Year, City Staffer of the Year, and

Jobs Tell Investors Appearance Is Hormone Imbalance & Simple Treatment Is Underway

2009-01-05T19:30:00.000-08:00

Reuters is reporting that Apple CEO Steven Jobs, seen in recent months looking skinnier than a MacBook Air, sought to soothe investor concerns about his health on Monday, saying his weight loss was caused by a hormone imbalance that is relatively simple to treat. Shares of Apple rose more than 5 percent in midday trade, as Jobs, a pancreatic cancer survivor, said he would remain CEO during

Driver Takes Out Wall & Window, Arrested for DUI

2009-01-05T19:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2009 at 2:22 p.m., a single vehicle was involved in a traffic collision on Cloverhill Drive north of Highland Avenue. The driver of the vehicle, 32-year-old Amy Rothenay, hit a 6-foot tall concrete wall and damaged a 15 feet section of concrete. A piece of concrete came in contact with a sliding

Blackout Possible As Time Warner, Viacom Fail To Reach Agreement & Contract Deadline Nears

2008-12-31T20:30:00.000-08:00

Don't be surprised if certain cable channels don't work for you when you click on your television to watch the Rose Parade Thursday morning.Reuters is reporting Viacom Inc and Time Warner Cable remained at a standoff on Wednesday, but were hopeful that top executives would step in to resolve a dispute that threatens to prevent more than 13 million U.S. subscribers from seeing "Dora the Explorer,"

Happy New Year!!! Goodbye 2008, Hello 2009!!!

2008-12-31T19:45:00.000-08:00

Reuters is reporting Wall Street closed out its worst year since the Great Depression on Wednesday after an unstoppable credit crisis and a dreadful economic outlook left investors questioning their faith in stock markets. A string of financial disasters culminating in the collapse of Lehman Brothers in the middle of the night in September precipitated the third biggest percentage loss

Police Blotter: Strong Arm Robbery Outside AM/PM

2008-12-31T19:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, at about 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2008, a female stopped at the AM/PM at Seine and Base Line to make a withdrawl from the ATM inside the business. After withdrawing $200, the victim exited the business and walked to her car that was parked in the parking lot outside the business. As the victim reached her car the

Police Blotter: Mail Boxes Destroyed With Dry Ice Bombs

2008-12-31T18:45:00.000-08:00

According to a news release issued by San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, just before midnight on December 30, 2008, an unknown suspect or suspects placed a plastic, 2-liter bottle filled with dry-ice and water in a mailbox in front of a home in the 7100 block of Bradford Avenue in Highland where it exploded. About an hour later, at 1:00 a.m. on December 31, a second dry-ice device

Police Blotter: Attempted Kidnapping Reported

2008-12-28T22:45:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 6:35 p.m., a 13-year-old male juvenile was walking in his neighborhood in the vicinity of Chanticleer and Gold Buckle. The suspect, described as a black male adult, approximately 30-40 years of age and six feet tall, with a thin build and short black hair, stopped his vehicle next to the boy

Police Blotter: Stolen/Forged Checks Result In Six Arrests

2008-12-28T09:30:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on December 26th, 2008 a local business located in the 15000 block of Main Street notified Sheriff's Dispatch there were two subjects attempting to pass a stolen and forged check. Several deputies responded to the location and arrested Joseph Mason on suspicion of possession of the stolen and forged checks. The vehicle Joseph

Amazon Reports 2008 Best Holiday Season Ever

2008-12-26T22:30:00.000-08:00

In a rare bright spot for the retail industry, Amazon.com announced the 2008 holiday season finished as its best ever, with over 6.3 million items ordered worldwide on the peak day, Dec. 15, which is a record-breaking 72.9 items per second. "We are extremely grateful to our customers," said Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon.com. "We wish everyone happy holidays and the

Police Blotter: Thieves Make Off With Circuit Breakers

2008-12-26T22:00:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Thursday, December 25, 2008 at about 10:38 PM, unknown suspects were able to interrupt power to the breaker room located in the new Highland Crossings Shopping Center, 27949 5th Street in Highland. The suspect(s) stole the circuit breakers valued at approximately $20,000. Anyone who has information about this crime is

Man in Santa Suit Kills at Least 8 at Holiday Gathering, Sets House Afire, Takes Own Life

2008-12-25T18:00:00.000-08:00

In perhaps one of the most bizarre Christmas crimes on record, an estranged husband, dressed in a Santa Claus outfit, arrived at a gathering of his former wife's in-laws in Covina where he opened fire then set the house ablaze, killing at least eight people and injuring several others.As of this posting it's on The New York Times' home page and the most popular news story of the day on CNN's web

Police Blotter: Pair Arrested In Beating & Robbery

2008-12-23T19:15:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, Allan Gomez, 20 years of age, (pictured), and a 16-year-old Hispanic female have been arrested in relation to robbery and beating of a local pastor.On December 6, 2008, Pastor James Warman was beaten and robbed while hanging Christmas decorations at the Church of the Valley on Baseline in Highland. Warman was hospitalized

End Of The Line For The Lowly VHS Tape Format

2008-12-22T21:00:00.000-08:00

The Los Angeles Times has a nice story that tells us what we already know: The VHS format tape cassette is dead. MORE>>The format has been in decline for years. I sold all my son's old Disney cassettes, classics perhaps but not if you can't view them. Folks scarfed them up on eBay some years ago for $2, $5 and in some cases $10 each. I tossed my last mass-produced commercial tape in the

Despite Tough Times, Consumers Still Cling To Tradition Of Christmas Trees In Their Homes

2008-12-21T18:00:00.000-08:00

According to a Reuters story, beleaguered Americans may have to trim the size of their Christmas tree this year or cut back on gifts to afford one, but few will do without the holiday centerpiece no matter how bad the economy. While the Christmas tree may be a sacrosanct part of family festivities for tens of millions of Americans, some consumers are expected to economize on other

Gas Prices Fall To Lowest Level Since Feb 2004

2008-12-21T17:30:00.000-08:00

Reuters is reporting the average price for a gallon of gasoline in the United States fell 5 percent in the past two weeks, hitting its lowest level since February 2004, according to the nationwide Lundberg survey released on Sunday. The national average for self-serve, regular unleaded gasoline was about $1.6622 a gallon on Dec. 19, down some 9.04 cents from two weeks earlier, according to

Bush Throws $17.4 Billion Lifeline To Auto Industry

2008-12-19T19:30:00.000-08:00

Reuters is reporting President George W. Bush announced today the government would make available $17.4 billion in short-term loans to General Motors and Chrysler to prevent the imminent collapse of the U.S. auto industry."Given the current state of the auto industry and the economy, Chapter 11 is unlikely to work for American auto makers at this time, " said the President in announcing the

DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint @ Base Line & Palm Dec. 19th

2008-12-16T23:15:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department release, the Highland Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Friday, December 19, 2008, from 6:00PM to 2:00AM, at Baseline and Palm Avenue in the City of Highland. DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired

San Manuel Band Of Mission Indians Aid Operation Phoenix

2008-12-16T18:30:00.000-08:00

According to a news release, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has stepped in to make this holiday season a merry one for 150 Operation Phoenix youth. The Tribe has purchased 150 pieces of sports equipment to be distributed at the three Operation Phoenix Centers on Saturday, December 20th. “The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is happy once again to team up with Mayor Morris to make the

Police Blotter: Robbery Suspects Are Caught

2008-12-11T22:15:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department release, on Wednesday, December 3, at about 8:15PM, an 18-year-old female was walking on Baseline near Cunningham Street when she saw three black male adults sitting in a blue Ford Taurus parked at the edge of the road. As she passed the vehicle, two suspects exited the vehicle, one grabbed her and the other stole her purse. The victim

Police Blotter: Robbery Suspects Trade Shots With Deputies

2008-12-09T16:38:00.000-08:00

According to a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department news release, on Monday, December 8, 2008, deputies from the Highland Sheriff’s Station responded to a 911 call reporting a residential robbery. Upon arrival, deputies were informed by a witness that two men armed with handguns had entered an apartment at 25847 9th Street, and were robbing the occupants of the residence. The house was