Good morning, San Bernardino.

The Salvation Army Angel Tree is inviting shoppers at Inland Center Mall and nearby Walmart to donate Christmas gifts for needy children until Dec.

22 and support 400 local families, said Major Adam Morales (local donations also include food items).

Colton Rotary volunteers collected hundreds of unwrapped toys outside Walmart on South Mt. Vernon Ave and are accepting more donations through Dec.

15 at Inland Valley Insurance Agency on 183 W. H St. in Colton. Distribution will take place on Dec. 20 at Immaculate Conception Church — supporting local kids.

In the Inland Empire, rapid warehouse growth has raised concerns over noise and pollution that affect residents’ quality of life.

The Perris City Council voted to draft a moratorium on Nov. 18, with the proposal set for review (Dec. 9) as the region weighs economic benefits against environmental risks.

The Spark of Love Toy Drive invites residents to donate new, unwrapped toys for children and families in need from Nov.

17 to Dec. 12 — toy distribution will occur on Dec. 18 at local community centers.

Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino will host its 5th Annual Can Tree Wonderland—NY Rockin’ Christmas Edition on Saturday, Dec.

13 at 2950-B Jefferson St., with a canned goods tree decorating contest offering a Santa photo op and free pizza. Donations support local hunger relief.

Over 500 middle school students attended the Future Green Leaders Summit at the historic Enterprise Building in downtown San Bernardino this week, where they learned about green careers through interactive workshops + energy challenges led by local experts.

Fontana High students took part in College Application Submission Day today as they submitted 2,400 college applications and celebrated improved college readiness (over 400 families joined) while preparing for a variety of post-graduation paths.

Santiago De Los Santos (a Senior at Grand Terrace High School with a 3.6 GPA) excels in track, cross country and soccer, earned a 1460 on his SAT, and plans to compete in Division I soccer while aiming for a pro career.