*********************** 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
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SkyFest Big Bear Returns to Champion Dark Skies and Stargazing this August
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear Lake is preparing to light up the night sky by turning down the lights below. From August 14–16, 2026, Care for Big Bear and Visit Big Bear will host “SkyFest Big Bear”, a three-day celebration of science, discovery, and dark skies dedicated to astronomy, nocturnal wildlife, and combating light pollution. This year’s … [Read more...] about SkyFest Big Bear Returns to Champion Dark Skies and Stargazing this August
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
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
Jackie, Big Bear’s Iconic Bald Eagle, Recovering After Attack by Juvenile Eagles
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear Lake’s well?known bald eagle matriarch, Jackie, is recovering at a Southern California wildlife rehabilitation facility after being found grounded and unable to fly following an altercation with two juvenile eagles near the Grout Bay Picnic Area (known locally by some as Dana Point Park) on the North Shore. On July 16, observers … [Read more...] about Jackie, Big Bear’s Iconic Bald Eagle, Recovering After Attack by Juvenile Eagles