Big Bear Lake, CA, July 19, 2012, 7:45am - (UPDATE) - The Coroner has released the name of the man who died in Tuesday's auto accident. The San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department received a 911 call reporting a vehicle that rolled over and landed in Baker Pond in Big Bear City. Deputies found a 2003 Saturn upside down in about 3 feet of water. … [Read more...]
Motorcycle Accident Big Bear City
Posted on 07/06/2012 Written by
Big Bear City, CA July 6, 2012 4:00 pm - Today around 1:00 pm a motorcycle traveling eastbound on North Shore Drive was involved in an accident with a white pickup truck traveling west. The vehicles came to rest where near Greenway Drive on Highway 38. The California Highway Patrol, Big Bear Sheriffs and local fire authorities responded to the … [Read more...]
No Fireworks Allowed On The San Bernardino National Forest
Posted on 07/03/2012 Written by
Big Bear Lake, CA, July 3, 2012, 8:00am - San Bernardino National Forest Officials are reminding visitors and campers that the use of fireworks is prohibited on all national forests and national grasslands. Fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices are prohibited on national grassland and national forest land year-round, regardless of weather … [Read more...]
Tips For Driving In Hot Weather
Posted on 06/29/2012 Written by
San Bernardino, CA, June 29, 2012, 8:00am - The Summer months are here, with higher temperatures on the way. Terri Kasinga of CalTrans has some travel tips to think about before you head out across the desert or other remote areas. First – know before you go! Check IE511.org or call “511”. Make sure your vehicle is in good running condition … [Read more...]
Lakewood Woman Killed In Collision On Highway 330
Posted on 06/27/2012 Written by
San Bernardino, CA, June 27, 2012, 8:00am - A car crash on State Route 330 took the life of an 18-year-old Lakewood woman on Friday morning, June 22, 2012. The impact caused the vehicle to overturn and eject Rebecca Green, who was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. She was a passenger in a Ford Focus driven by 24-year-old Kenneth Blow, … [Read more...]
CHP Offers Start Smart Class In Big Bear For Teens
Posted on 05/28/2012 Written by
Big Bear Lake, May 28, 2012, noon - Another Start Smart Class is scheduled for this week. The Start Smart program is a cooperative effort between the CHP, teenagers, and their parents. The class will help young drivers and their parents understand the responsibilities associated with driving a motor vehicle. The class will also show how poor … [Read more...]
City Council Of Big Bear Lake And Mayor Jahn Present Proclamations
Posted on 05/17/2012 Written by
Big Bear Lake, CA, May 17, 2012, 8:00am - The City Council of Big Bear Lake and Mayor Jahn presented three proclamations at Monday’s city council meeting. For his years of service and dedication to our community as commander of the California Highway Patrol, Arrowhead office, Lieutenant Rick Saunders was thanked and acknowledged. It was … [Read more...]
Start Smart Program
Posted on 03/20/2012 Written by
Running Springs, CA, March 20, 2012, noon - Classes for Start Smart begin next week. The Start Smart program is a cooperative effort between the CHP, teenagers, and their parents. The goal of the class is to help young drivers and their parents understand the responsibilities associated with driving a motor vehicle. The class will also show how … [Read more...]
California Motorists Urged To Share The Road
Posted on 03/13/2012 Written by
Sacramento, CA, March 13, 2012, noon - During the next several months, the CHP will use a federal grant to assist in reducing the number of people killed and injured in motorcycle-involved collisions. The Department continues to improve safety for everyone by placing an emphasis on the concept of sharing the road. Enforcement and education … [Read more...]
CHP Teaches Mobility Independence
Posted on 02/20/2012 Written by
Sacramento, CA, February 20, 2012, 8:00am – Driving a car is part of maintaining an active, rewarding lifestyle. It means independence and freedom at any age. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) understands how much seniors enjoy driving, and offers a program to help seniors continue driving as long as possible and save lives. CHP personnel are … [Read more...]
