San Bernardino Daily Local Headlines: March 5, 2026
San Bernardino, CA – March 5, 2026 – Roadwork closures near I-210, a special City Council session, court service shifts, and OHV grant input.
Top local headlines
Emergency I-210 area ramp closures Thursday
Drivers near the I-210 corridor were urged to plan for delays Thursday, March 5, as emergency concrete-slab repairs prompted closures around Waterman Avenue and the Tippecanoe Avenue/Anderson Street offramp. The temporary shutdowns were expected to affect nearby businesses, health care access, and major employers during the late-morning and early-afternoon window.
Special Mayor and City Council meeting set for March 6
City leaders scheduled a special meeting for Friday, March 6, at 3:00 p.m. at the Norman F. Feldheym Central Library. The public can comment, but the posted notice indicates the discussion is planned for closed session with no open-session action items.
Public input requested on off-road enforcement grant proposal
The city is seeking community feedback on an off-highway vehicle enforcement grant application aimed at protecting river-bottom and other sensitive areas from illegal riding. The proposal describes expanded patrols and equipment support, with a public comment period running through May 4.
Court service changes begin March 9 across the region
San Bernardino Superior Court announced service enhancements effective Monday, March 9, including designated courtrooms for certain Proposition 36-eligible criminal cases and shifts in where some collaborative calendars are heard. The court also said habeas corpus hearings would move locations while filings would remain at the San Bernardino Justice Center.
Weather note
A wind advisory was issued that includes the Inland Empire, with gusty conditions possible through Friday afternoon. If you have outdoor plans or commute-sensitive routes, it’s a good day to keep an eye on local alerts and allow extra travel time.
What this means locally
Between short-notice freeway access changes, a closed-session special meeting, and upcoming court calendar adjustments, March is starting with a lot of behind-the-scenes operational news. For residents, the practical takeaway is simple: double-check routes and appointments this week, and watch for meeting agendas and court notices as schedules shift.
Sources
- https://www.sanbernardino.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/932
- https://www.sanbernardino.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/931
- https://www.sanbernardino.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/930
- https://sanbernardino.courts.ca.gov/news/sbsc-announces-service-enhancements-impacting-rancho-cucamonga-victorville-joshua-tree-san-bernardino
- https://kesq.com/weather/alerts-weather/2026/03/05/wind-advisory-issued-march-5-at-1255am-pst-until-march-6-at-400pm-pst-by-nws-san-diego-ca/