*********************** 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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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
18-year-old Female Falls at the Big Bear Dam
On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at approximately 11:03 p.m., deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff's Station were dispatched to the Big Bear Dam at 37800 Big Bear Boulevard, in Big Bear Lake, for a search and rescue of an 18-year-old female that had fallen. When deputies arrived, they learned the female was under the Highway 18 Bridge with friends when she fell from the top of the … [Read more...] about 18-year-old Female Falls at the Big Bear Dam
Small Vegetation Fire west of Snow Summit called the “Snow Fire”
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - UPDATE: 1:30pm: The small vegetation fire that started at approximately 11:21 am on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 west of Snow Summit, now has a hose lay around the the fire and is in the mop-up stage. Thanks to quick response, the fire remained at 1/4 acre with resources from both ground crews and air support. 12:00 noon: A small vegetation … [Read more...] about Small Vegetation Fire west of Snow Summit called the “Snow Fire”
Emptying the Nest: How Sandy and Luna Found Their Wings
Big Bear Lake, CA - Big Bear News - High up in the Jeffrey pines of Big Bear Valley, the time had finally come for Jackie and Shadow’s two famous eaglets to trade the safety of the branch for the vast blue sky. But as millions of viewers watched online, nature decided to write its own unpredictable script. It was a breezy Sunday morning when Sandy and her sibling, Luna, were … [Read more...] about Emptying the Nest: How Sandy and Luna Found Their Wings