Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The Big Bear eagle nest suffered a heartbreaking loss today after ravens breached the nest and destroyed both of Jackie and Shadow’s newly laid eggs, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV).The incident unfolded at approximately 3:26 p.m. on the popular livestream, where viewers watched a raven enter the nest and peck a hole through one of … [Read more...] about Ravens Breach Big Bear Eagle Nest, Crack Newly Laid Eggs
Forest Officials Warn of Severe Penalties for Illegal Tire Dumping
Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear News- Nearly 300 tires have been illegally dumped in the San Bernardino National Forest, sparking a serious warning from law enforcement and forest protection officers. The growing pile of trash not only creates an "ugly mess" but poses a significant public health risk and a severe wildfire hazard to Southern California. "Tire dumping is a … [Read more...] about Forest Officials Warn of Severe Penalties for Illegal Tire Dumping
Jackie and Shadow Lay Second Egg of 2026 in Big Bear
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear’s celebrated bald eagle pair, Jackie and Shadow, added a second egg to their 2026 clutch on Monday evening, marking another milestone in a nesting season already drawing tens of thousands of viewers to the Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV) eagle cam. The second egg arrived at 5:18 p.m. on January 26, 2026, three days after Jackie … [Read more...] about Jackie and Shadow Lay Second Egg of 2026 in Big Bear
Jackie and Shadow Welcome First Egg of 2026 in Big Bear
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear’s most famous eagle residents kicked off the 2026 nesting season with a moment thousands of eagle?cam watchers had been waiting for. At 4:32 p.m. on January 23, 2026, Jackie, our well?known female bald eagle, laid her first egg of the year. By midafternoon, views of the live eagle-cam, provided by the Friends of the Big Bear Valley … [Read more...] about Jackie and Shadow Welcome First Egg of 2026 in Big Bear
Highway 38 to Open December 24 as Emergency Repairs Continue
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - Big Bear News - Caltrans says there’s good news for mountain travelers: State Route 38 is expected to soft open on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 4 p.m. after weeks of emergency repairs following damage from Tropical Storm Mario. Crews have been working intensively at several damaged sections near Angelus Oaks — including postmiles 21.12, 23.90, and … [Read more...] about Highway 38 to Open December 24 as Emergency Repairs Continue