San Bernardino
Today
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, San Bernardino. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Regional Parks reopens swim complexes at Glen Helen and Yucaipa Park starting Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with swim season running through Memorial Day weekend. Visitors should arrive early due to capacity limits and separate park admission + swim ticket fees. San Bernardino County
- ➤ San Bernardino County Animal Care is asking residents to serve as short-term foster families for dogs before its Wings of Rescue flight on Friday, May 29. The program (which supplies food, crates, and essential items) helps ensure the animals remain healthy until transport. San Bernardino County
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gary Mumaw from Rancho Cucamonga shared vibrant photos of Providence Mountains State Recreation Area, where visitors can explore Mitchell Caverns and scenic trails. The park was a private retreat (from the 1930s to the 1950s) before becoming a state recreation area in 1972. San Bernardino County
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising household incomes and growing population boost retail investment in San Bernardino County as national brands target sites like Desert Sky Plaza II + Town Centre; new developments are set to open soon, reflecting the region’s strong economic growth. San Bernardino County
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The San Bernardino County Library introduced new book vending machines today to reward kids for positive behavior at local branches (Chino, Fontana, Hesperia, Highland, and Muscoy). San Bernardino County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs launched an online tool for the CalVet College Fee Waiver that lets veteran dependents apply for waived college fees at state and community colleges + reduces processing times. Applicants may also submit paper forms at VA offices in Hesperia, Rancho Cucamonga, or San Bernardino. San Bernardino County
- ➤ The Office of Emergency Services launched a volunteer spotlight series to help residents prepare for emergencies by offering hands-on training, family readiness courses, and communications support through programs like CERT+LISTOS and ECS. San Bernardino County
- ➤ San Bernardino County Public Works celebrated National Public Works Week this week by honoring teams who maintain roads, stormwater systems, and public safety. Public Works Director Noel Castillo said these behind-the-scenes workers keep the county running every day (a quiet force valued by residents). San Bernardino County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ARMC nurse Elizabeth Koelliker earned the AACN 2026 Circle of Excellence Award today for creating a data-driven tool that helps new nurses build confidence in the ICU. Her innovative work has improved patient care & set a high standard for nurse leadership. San Bernardino County
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