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Hey there, Murrieta! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What investigators are looking at after a deadly Murrieta jogging crash
  • How Murrieta's new e-bike rules could hit your family's wallet
  • Where Murrieta's football powerhouses land in this week's rankings

Also on today's calendar: Trivia Night and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 94, low: 59.
  • Thursday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 93 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Nabil Alsalek killed in pedestrian crash on Whitewood Road (newsline.com) — A 73-year-old jogger, Nabil Alsalek, was fatally struck by a vehicle on Whitewood Road in Murrieta on the morning of September 13, with police still investigating the crash. The report also highlights California's high pedestrian fatality rate and notes that families may seek legal guidance to understand potential contributing roadway factors and their options.
   

• Murrieta rolls out new safety rules for e-bikes (pressenterprise.com) — Murrieta has adopted new safety rules for e-bikes and other electric devices, including fines starting at $100 and possible impoundment for underage riders. Parents can now be cited for kids' reckless riding, helmets are mandatory for minors, and speed modifications over 28 mph are banned, as the city responds to rising e-bike accidents countywide.
   

• IE Varsity's high school football rankings, Sept. 21 (pressenterprise.com) — Several Murrieta programs are prominent in this week's Inland high school football rankings, with Murrieta Valley, Murrieta Mesa, and Vista Murrieta all in the top 20. The rundown highlights recent wins, bye weeks, and key upcoming matchups that will shape league races and give local fans plenty to watch in the next two weeks.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Wildomar

  • Man fatally hits 6-year-old son while backing out of driveway (sbsun.com)

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  • Coroner IDs Man Fatally Struck By 2 Vehicles After Exiting His Disabled Truck On 91 Freeway (patch.com)

Ok Murrieta! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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