Vegetation fire reported near Onyx Peak in Barton Flats area
A dispatch log entry shows a fire call west of Onyx Peak on June 24, but containment status and public safety guidance have not yet been confirmed.
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Fire reported near Mill Creek Road and North Forest in Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake Fire Department was dispatched to an unknown-type fire at the intersection on June 24; details are limited.
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Big Bear High School's Class of 2026 crosses the stage with eyes on the future
Graduates celebrated a milestone — but their own words made clear they're focused on what comes next.
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Sugarloaf man pleads guilty in murder of 1-year-old, faces 20 years to life
The child's mother also pleaded guilty to lesser charges and faces 16 years in prison.
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Standing-room crowd packs Big Bear City board meeting over fire services future
Residents overflowed into the hallway and onto the sidewalk as the BBCCSD board took up the question of what comes next for local fire protection.
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Lake Patrol officer pulls drowning raccoon from middle of Big Bear Lake
Officer Caleb Nation spotted the struggling animal and brought it aboard his patrol boat on June 6.
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Bear Valley Meals on Wheels seeks volunteer drivers for winter season
The all-volunteer organization delivers meals to 30–40 homebound Big Bear residents five days a week — and needs extra help when mountain roads get tough.
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Big Bear bald eagle advocate Sandy Steers honored at celebration of life
The community gathered to remember a dedicated voice for Big Bear's iconic eagles.
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June 2026 election results: Big Bear Valley races too thin to call
Live returns were being published as of June 12, but vote counts, candidate names, and race details could not be confirmed in time for this report.
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Eagle nonprofit opposes Big Bear Valley's July 4th fireworks show
The organization is warning its supporters about the annual event, but organizers and city officials have not yet responded publicly.
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Bear Valley Meals on Wheels seeks volunteer drivers ahead of winter season
The all-volunteer program delivers hot meals to 30–40 homebound residents five days a week — and needs help keeping up through the snowy months.
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Air Quality Alert: Big Bear Lake Hits 'Unhealthy' AQI Level
PM2.5 readings reached 160 on June 4 — but the cause and official health guidance are still needed before residents get the full picture.
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Free Curbside Brush Chipping Returns to Big Bear and the Rim Communities This Summer
The Mountain Rim Fire Safe Council's grant-funded program runs through September — but your brush must be at the curb before you register.
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Big Bear Lake City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Sewer and Refuse Fees for FY 2026–27
The city has posted a hearing notice, but the full fee schedule and staff report have not yet been confirmed — here's what residents should know.
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Southern California Mountains Foundation Reports 320 Acres Restored, 130 Corpsmembers Trained in 2024
The nonprofit's annual report highlights a busy year of habitat work, trail maintenance, and environmental education in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Big Bear Lake City Council Meets May 13, 2026
The agenda packet has been published, but full details are not yet available.
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Big Bear Lake City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Development Code Amendment 2025-0005
Residents are invited to weigh in on a proposed change to Section 5.13.26 of the city's development code.
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The Bowling Barn to Receive Ebbie Award from Big Bear Chamber of Commerce
The local entertainment staple is being honored for two decades of growth, community involvement, and leadership.
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Big Bear Vacations Earns 2026 EBBIE Award from Chamber of Commerce
The local vacation rental company is recognized for nearly three decades shaping Big Bear's tourism industry — with roots stretching back more than a century.
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Big Bear High School Foundation to Award 64 Scholarships to Class of 2026
The free public ceremony will also recognize donors and the educators who inspired this year's graduates.