Press Releases

They left during the middle of the night - often carrying little more than the knowledge that moss grows on the north side of trees. An estimated 100,000 slaves between 1830 and the end of the Civil War in 1865 chose to embark on this journey in search of freedom. They moved in constant fear of being killed or recaptured, returned, and beaten as an example of what would happen to others who might choose to run. Under the cover of darkness, “fugitives” traveled roughly twenty miles each night traversing rugged terrain while enduring all the hardships… Read More

On October 18, 2017, the California Transportation Commission approved $1,278,000 in Active Transportation Program (ATP) funds for the City of Ontario.  This grant will help pay for pedestrian improvements, such as missing sidewalks, handicap ramps and enhanced crosswalks around Sultana Elementary and De Anza Middle Schools.  

The grant supplements the $1,531,680 in ATP funds received over the past three years for pedestrian oriented improvements around Euclid, Bon View, Corona, Vineyard and El Camino Elementary Schools.  These much needed improvements… Read More

The Ontario Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on November 3, 2017 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… Read More

On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 6:56 a.m., a major traffic collision occurred when a gray Chevy truck struck a 12-year-old child at the intersection of Grove Ave and G Street. The driver of the truck was going southbound on Grove Ave as the child was crossing the street, going eastbound. The driver struck the child while she was in the crosswalk. Due to the impact, the child sustained major injuries and was transported to a regional hospital. She ultimately succumbed to her injuries and died.

There is an on-going investigation regarding the collision. The driver remained at… Read More

Join the Ontario Museum of History & Art on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from Noon to 4 PM for the free event, Family Discovery Day: Día de los Muertos. Celebrate Día de los Muertos through free art workshops, live performances, a photo backdrop and face painting for the whole family! Here are some highlights to expect during this event:

• Live performances including Karen Rae Kraut’s Día de los Muertos storytelling and her reading of the winning story from the Tell Me a Story Contest at 2 PM. The Tell Me a Story Contest is designed to promote the advancement of… Read More

During the month of November, Ontario Police personnel will be growing beards to raise money and awareness to fight cancer. Traditional grooming standards regarding facial hair are being relaxed so employees can participate in the month long No-Shave November.

No-Shave November is a web-based, non-profit organization partnered with the American Cancer Society. They are devoted to growing cancer awareness and providing supportive funds which go towards preventing the disease, saving lives, funding research, educating, and aiding those fighting the battle. The goal of No-… Read More