Press Releases

The Ontario Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on May 11, 2018 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes. The Ontario Police department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be… Read More

In order to reduce motorcycle crashes and save lives, Ontario Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are teaming up with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this May for the annual Motorcycle Safety Awareness campaign to help save lives on our roadways. The awareness campaign aims to educate vehicle drivers and motorcyclists on how each motorist can be more aware of the other, creating safer roads and saving lives in the process.

Ontario Police Department will join law enforcement throughout the state to step up… Read More

With the California weather warming up, the Ontario Police Department and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) are highlighting how bicycling is a great way to stay in shape, save money on gas, reduce pollution and when visiting recreational areas, a great way to see the sights. These benefits are nothing new to cyclists and community leaders. Many cities have created bike-friendly routes now complete with bike paths, special bicycle parking areas and special amenities. National Bike Safety Month in May is just one way we celebrate our love to ride.

However,… Read More

Popular airline begins non-stop service to New York in September

Ontario International Airport (ONT) officials heralded news from JetBlue that the popular airline will return to ONT this fall, beginning with nonstop service to New York. JetBlue is the third carrier in recent months to announce new service at ONT, the fastest growing airport in Southern California.

“One of the biggest questions we get is when JetBlue will come to Ontario. Now we know that day is September 5th,” said Alan D. Wapner, president of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA… Read More

Hungry passengers at Ontario International Airport (ONT) have even more to look forward to with the opening this week of WPizza by Wolfgang Puck and Einstein Bros. Bagels.

The arrival of the two highly popular brands continues ONT’s initiative to transform dining and retail concessions. WPizza is located in Terminal 2 while Einstein Bros operates in Terminal 4.

“Our customers are showing their confidence in ONT by utilizing the airport in record numbers,” said Alan D. Wapner, president of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA). “Our promise is to provide a… Read More

On Saturday, April 28, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Ontario Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 15th opportunity in 7 years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to Ontario Police Department located at 2500 S Archibald Avenue, in Ontario or Ontario Senior Center located at 225 E B Street, in Ontario. (The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles or sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous… Read More