Decisions about criminal punishment are often made far from the communities where residents live and work. Yet those decisions are shaped by the participation of ordinary citizens, whether they vote in statewide elections, serve on juries or advocate for changes in public policy. That connection has taken on new importance following Governor Gavin Newsom's November 5 announcement that he intends to commute the death sentences of all 548 people currently condemned in California. ...

The Grand Terrace school's scheduled observance connects a historic moment in American education with lessons about courage, inclusion and the importance of treating others with dignity. A walk to school is an ordinary part of childhood for many families. Students carry backpacks, greet classmates and make their way toward classrooms where another day of learning awaits. ...

San Bernardino County Fire's November 2 proclamation outlines permit requirements and weather-related restrictions intended to reduce the risk of uncontrolled outdoor fires. Cooler November temperatures may signal the arrival of a different season in Grand Terrace, but they do not eliminate the dangers associated with outdoor fires. ...

An October City announcement draws attention to an everyday household practice with benefits for food budgets, kitchen safety and the environment. A basket of fresh produce can represent a week's worth of meals, the results of a successful backyard harvest or an unexpected bargain at the grocery store. Yet without proper storage, even the freshest fruits and vegetables can spoil before a family has an opportunity to use them. ...

President Debbie Earle receiving toys from Paragon Tattoo. To her left is owner Julius Vargas and her right is Cheyenne. Paragon Tattoo is now located at 13373 Perris Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (951-601-1200)
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GTHS Athlete of the Week Miranda Nicole Soria prepares to compete at Tudor Park in Fontana, demonstrating the dedication and determination that have helped her grow as a Lady Titan. ...

The day at Grand Terrace High School turned into a tense afternoon on Monday, October 5, 2026, when an anonymous threat prompted administrators to place the campus on a precautionary lockdown. Read more below to see the importance of cooperation between neighboring jurisdictions.... ...

A citrus tree grows in a Southern California backyard. Grand Terrace is included in a regional quarantine intended to limit the spread of Huanglongbing, a destructive citrus disease ...

Residents attend a community town hall meeting in a municipal meeting room. A state legislative town hall is scheduled for October 19 for Grand Terrace residents. This is an illustrative scene, not a photograph of the scheduled event ...

As Grand Terrace approaches its 48th anniversary of incorporation, a public committee meeting offers residents a way to participate in preserving local history and strengthening cultural connections. Every community has a history that extends beyond the dates recorded in government documents. It lives in family photographs, neighborhood traditions, school memories, local businesses and the experiences of residents who remember how a city looked before its streets and buildings changed. ...

Outdoor exercise equipment surrounded by a wood-chip ground surface illustrates the type of recreation area receiving maintenance at Grand Terrace Fitness Park ...

Secure drop box is located outside the Grand Terrace Library, on the west end of the Civic Center building at 22795 Barton Road. According to the City, it will remain accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, until 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters is responsible for operating the box, collecting ballots and transporting them for election processing. ...