San Bernardino County, CA - Effective today, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department radios will switch from analog to an encrypted digital communication system. The improved communication platform is vital to the safety of first responders. It will enhance coverage throughout the county, improve the voice clarity and strengthen the signal to police frequencies. The … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Switch to Digital Radios
Clear Dark Sky for Lunar Eclipse in Big Bear
Total lunar eclipses can be described as a Blood Moon because of it's reddish appearance as the eclipse is full. This eclipsed full moon was a Blue Moon, second this month and, it was almost a Super-moon, best described as a Super Blue Blood Moon eclipse. … [Read more...] about Clear Dark Sky for Lunar Eclipse in Big Bear
Wanted Felon Arrested Following Extensive Search
Sugarloaf, CA - On Saturday, January 20, at approximately 10:20 pm, the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station received a report of a sighting of wanted felon Brandon Kegley. Kegley had an active warrant issued against him by the United States Marshal’s Office for violation of federal probation terms and conditions stemming from a prior conviction of being a felon in possession of a … [Read more...] about Wanted Felon Arrested Following Extensive Search
Home Fire in Big Bear Lake Causes Significant Damage
Big Bear Lake, CA - On Sunday, January 21st, at approximately 9:32 pm, a residential structure fire was reported at Meadow View Drive and Marina Point Lane in Big Bear Lake. Upon arrival, fire crews observed the approximately 1,500 square foot, single-story, single family residence, well-involved with flames visible on the Northwest side of the home. Due to extensive fire … [Read more...] about Home Fire in Big Bear Lake Causes Significant Damage
Small Aircraft Crashes at Santa’s Village
Sky Forest, CA - On Wednesday, January 17, at approximately 11:30 am, the Twin Peaks Station and fire personnel were dispatched to Sky Park at Santa’s Village in reference to a plane crash landing in the parking lot. The small, single-engine aircraft left the San Bernardino Airport heading to Big Bear with four passengers on board. According to the pilot and occupants of the … [Read more...] about Small Aircraft Crashes at Santa’s Village