During snowplowing operations on Highway 330 below Running Springs this afternoon, a CalTrans plow operator found a plastic bag with a human foot in it. Upon further investigation at the site, near the large turnout at the middle passing lane between Running Springs and San Bernardino, the CalTrans employee also found a shallow grave in the snow. The San Bernardino County … [Read more...] about Snowplow Operator Finds Human Foot in Bag Off Highway 330
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MWD Reminds: No Off-Roading Along Sensitive Habitat of Shoreline
The Municipal Water District has noticed an increase in traffic—not in boats on the lake, but vehicles attempting to drive on the lake bottom along the shoreline, especially in the Stanfield Marsh area at Baker Pond. Per the MWD, vehicles are not allowed in this area, given the unique habitat. According to Lake Operations Supervisor Travis Carroll, “Not only do vehicles destroy … [Read more...] about MWD Reminds: No Off-Roading Along Sensitive Habitat of Shoreline
Football Fans Reminded to Designate a Driver on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend and, according to Gary Fernandez, the Public Affairs Officer for the California Highway Patrol, CHP wants to make sure your game plan includes designating a non-drinking driver before the big game. Last year, 12 people were killed in alcohol-involved collisions on Super Bowl Sunday - three times the daily average in California. These deaths … [Read more...] about Football Fans Reminded to Designate a Driver on Super Bowl Sunday
San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Appoints Rod Hoops as Sheriff
The Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Assistant Sheriff Rod Hoops to serve as Sheriff and fill the unexpired term of Sheriff Gary Penrod, who will retire this Saturday, January 31st. Hoops, a resident of Highland, has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience and has served as the police chief of Rancho Cucamonga, Loma Linda, and Grand Terrace. He has held … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Appoints Rod Hoops as Sheriff
Snowblower Dispute Results in Felony Possession Arrest for Big Bear Lake Resident
A dispute over a snowblower resulted in felony charges for a 43-year-old Big Bear Lake resident yesterday. Per a statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, the details are as follows: “Shortly after 10:30am on January 20, deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff's Station responded to a call for service of criminal threats at a residence in the 41000 block of Big … [Read more...] about Snowblower Dispute Results in Felony Possession Arrest for Big Bear Lake Resident