Happening in Upland: Route 66 Murals and Cracker Crust Controversies

Upland is celebrating the centennial year of Route 66 with planned events at Memorial Park, including a car show and live music. A large mural featuring the Route 66 sign is planned for the AT&T water tower and branded street signage will be placed along Foothill Boulevard. The aim is to make the city a destination for visitors.

The Upland Police Department has released its latest stop data as part of the Racial and Identity Profiling Act. The report has sparked discussion at the city council level. The city prides itself on a crime rate below the national average, and authorities continue to focus on public safety.

Upland High School has been named a 2026 California Distinguished School. The school is being recognized for its work in closing the achievement gap for underserved students. The district has also opened enrollment for its 2026 summer programs for students. The 'Summer Bridge' program for transitional kindergarten through fifth grade begins June 15th, and enrollment is open until April 17th.

Road work continues on Foothill Boulevard between Benson and Euclid as part of the Foothill Boulevard rehabilitation project. The project includes water pipeline replacements and full asphalt reconstruction. Work is also underway on the I-10 express lanes, with a reduced speed limit in place.