*********************** UPDATE **************************Updated on August 4, 2026, 9:50 a.m., Big Bear News - Fawnskin, CA - On Monday August 3, 2026, after an extensive search, Brian Schofield was found deceased near his campsite. A preliminary investigation indicates there are no signs of foul play surrounding the circumstances of his death. The Big Bear Station would … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Big Bear Sheriff Deputies Request the Public’s Assistance in Locating Man Reported Missing While Camping in Fawnskin
Cyclists Take to the Mountains: What Drivers Need to Know for Tour de Big Bear
Thousands of cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts will visit Big Bear Lake this weekend for Southern California’s premier cycling festival, the annual Tour de Big Bear. Running through Sunday, August 2nd, this mountain tradition transforms the Big Bear Valley into a massive hub for all things cycling. The weekend features a wide array of events, ranging from scenic mountain bike … [Read more...] about Cyclists Take to the Mountains: What Drivers Need to Know for Tour de Big Bear
Prison Sentences Handed Down in Tragic Death of Sugarloaf Toddler
Big Bear Valley - Sugarloaf - Big Bear News - A San Bernardino County judge sentenced a woman and her boyfriend to state prison on Tuesday, July 28, following their guilty pleas in the 2023 death of 14-month-old Henry Wheatley Brown. Superior Court Judge Alexander R. Martinez handed down the sentences at the San Bernardino Justice Center. Samantha Victoria Garver, 36, was … [Read more...] about Prison Sentences Handed Down in Tragic Death of Sugarloaf Toddler
Big Bear High School Athletics and Bear Backers Launch First-Ever Athletic Hall of Fame
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Every school has a story. At Big Bear High School, that story has been written by generations of student-athletes who competed with determination, coaches who inspired excellence, teams that created unforgettable memories, and community members whose dedication helped build a proud athletic tradition. For the first time in school history, … [Read more...] about Big Bear High School Athletics and Bear Backers Launch First-Ever Athletic Hall of Fame
JPA Dissolution Clears Way for San Bernardino County Fire to Reopen Moonridge and Boulder Bay Stations
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA – BIG BEAR NEWS - At the Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District (BBLFPD) Special Meeting on April29, 2026, the Board of Directors demonstrated its ongoing commitment to responsible stewardship ofpublic resources by carefully evaluating how Big Bear Lake’s taxpayer dollars are allocated and utilized forthe benefit of the community. The discussion centered on … [Read more...] about JPA Dissolution Clears Way for San Bernardino County Fire to Reopen Moonridge and Boulder Bay Stations