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
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
Prescribed Fire Operations Planned in Big Bear Valley December 18–20
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Big Bear Lake - The San Bernardino National Forest is preparing to conduct prescribed fire operations in the Big Bear Valley between December 18 and 20. Burn locations include areas near Highway 38 and Polique Canyon Road. Fire crews will be on site throughout ignition and will continue monitoring the area in the days that follow until the burn is … [Read more...] about Prescribed Fire Operations Planned in Big Bear Valley December 18–20
UC Riverside School of Medicine Residency Underway at BVCHD
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Big Bear Lake — In a first-of-its kind program at Bear Valley Community Healthcare District (BVCHD), residents from the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine will have the opportunity to fulfill their emergency medicine residency rotation requirement at BVCHD. The District is also piloting a family medicine residency program with … [Read more...] about UC Riverside School of Medicine Residency Underway at BVCHD