Good morning, San Bernardino.

San Bernardino County Children and Family Services encourages residents to report child safety concerns by calling the hotline where trained social workers assess each case and suggest community-based support, clarifying that contact does not automatically lead to a child’s removal from home.

San Bernardino County Children’s Network will host its 40th annual conference from Sept.

2-3 at the Ontario Convention Center + the two-day event offers over 50 workshops and vendors with keynote speakers for professionals in social work, mental health, juvenile justice and child welfare.

The San Bernardino County Library hosted the inaugural Read, Write & Cruise Car Show at the Hesperia Branch Library Saturday, Aug.

8, attracting over 600 attendees who enjoyed classic cars, live music by The Cover Ups, dog adoptions and family activities celebrating Route 66’s 100th anniversary.

San Bernardino County Library invites residents to sign up for a free library card that offers books, digital media, and educational programs along with a state parks pass (access to over 200 parks).

Visit any of its 32 branches or register online to open the door to new learning adventures.

Chino Hills State Park spans over 14,000 acres and offers activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, bird watching, and camping & local photographer Gary Mumaw submitted striking photos to showcase the park’s beauty.

Residents can explore this scenic outdoor destination.

San Bernardino County will host a free virtual SBC LevelUP Live FAQ Session for job seekers on Thursday, Aug.

20 from noon to 1 p.m. Attendees will receive hiring tips, learn how to find county jobs and build competitive applications from Human Resources.

San Bernardino County’s Aging and Adult Services-Public Guardian programs received prestigious Aging Innovations Awards at USAging’s 51st Annual Conference in San Diego.

The Platinum Campus and READY Together projects were recognized for their creative, integrated approach to supporting older adults & people with disabilities.

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2026, one of only 71 nationwide recognized for high-quality heart attack care during 2025.

Hospital leaders stressed their continued commitment to meeting guideline recommendations in patient treatment.

San Bernardino County Behavioral Health is hosting events throughout September to celebrate recovery, promote hope, and provide suicide prevention resources.

Events include a suicide prevention kick-off on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Apple Valley Community Clinic plus sessions in Rialto, Fontana, and San Bernardino International Airport.

Ontario and Fontana are on track to meet market-rate housing targets while many other California cities struggle to issue permits at needed pace - revealing gaps in affordable housing plans.

Stakeholders say funding shortfalls have made it hard to build projects that meet state-defined goals.