California Senate honors Jackie the bald eagle with official day of remembrance
A resolution passed August 28 designates September 4 as a day to remember Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, whose fans spanned the globe.
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"Jackie Strong" shirts sell out as Big Bear community honors beloved bald eagle
Friends of Big Bear Valley's tribute T-shirts sold out almost immediately, but a restock may be coming — and a community celebration is set for October 3.
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Three events planned to honor Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle
A community memorial ceremony is set for October 3, with two earlier tribute gatherings in Fawnskin open to the public this September.
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Minor league tribute raises $10,252 for Friends of Big Bear Valley in Jackie's honor
The Ontario Tower Buzzers hosted a "Fly High, Jackie" night at ONT Field, drawing fans from across the Inland Empire to celebrate Big Bear's beloved bald eagle.
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Petition seeks to bring bald eagle Jackie's remains back to Big Bear Valley
Federal wildlife law typically prevents locally keeping a bald eagle's remains — but supporters are asking for an exception.
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Minor league baseball team to honor Jackie the bald eagle with Big Bear fundraiser night
The Ontario Tower Buzzers will donate half of ticket proceeds to the Friends of Big Bear Valley at an August 23 tribute game.
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Scammers are cashing in on Jackie the bald eagle's death — here's how to buy the real thing
The Ojai Raptor Center is warning fans that unauthorized vendors are selling merchandise bearing Jackie's image, some falsely claiming to benefit the center.
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Scammers exploit Jackie's death with fake memorial merchandise, Ojai Raptor Center warns
The wildlife facility that cared for the beloved Big Bear bald eagle says some sellers are falsely claiming their products benefit the center.
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Jackie the bald eagle dies after three weeks of intensive care
Big Bear's beloved nest cam star, who had called the valley home for at least 15 years, passed away on August 10 at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Fake Jackie merchandise scam targets Big Bear eagle fans — here's what to know
The Ojai Raptor Center is warning the public that unauthorized sellers are falsely claiming proceeds benefit the center or local Big Bear groups.
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Shadow spotted with new eagle companion weeks after Jackie's death
A young banded eagle called KD1 has been visiting the Big Bear nest, raising hopes — and questions — about what comes next for the valley's beloved bald eagle.
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Shadow returns: Big Bear's famous bald eagle spotted at nest with a new companion
Friends of Big Bear Valley's live nest cam caught the reunion — but Jackie's fate and the newcomer's identity remain uncertain.
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Jackie, Big Bear Valley's beloved bald eagle, has died
The eagle who drew millions of viewers to her nest leaves behind a conservation legacy — and a grieving mountain community.
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Ojai Raptor Center warns of unauthorized Jackie the eagle merchandise making false charity claims
Some sellers are falsely claiming that proceeds benefit the wildlife center that cared for Big Bear's beloved bald eagle.
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Jackie, Big Bear Valley's beloved bald eagle, has died
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed the eagle's death on August 9, 2026, drawing an outpouring of grief from the community that followed her for years.
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A new eagle eyes the Big Bear nest: meet KD1
A banded female bald eagle born near Anaheim has been spotted inspecting Jackie and Shadow's famous lakeside nest — and she may be looking to settle down.
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Jackie the bald eagle dies after three weeks of care; remains headed to National Eagle Repository
The beloved Big Bear Lake eagle, watched by millions worldwide, passed away in August 2026 at the Ojai Raptor Center from bone marrow failure and severe blood clots.
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Jackie, Big Bear Valley's beloved bald eagle, dies at Ojai Raptor Center
The eagle watched by millions on a live nest cam died August 9 after a blood clot and failing blood values, state wildlife officials say.
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Officials, conservationists mourn Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle
From the California governor to local firefighters, tributes are pouring in for the Fawnskin nest cam star who died August 9.
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Jackie the bald eagle: Fawnskin's beloved resident who defied the rules of nature
A bald eagle who stayed home, reclaimed her nest, and captured the hearts of Big Bear Valley — but how rare was her story, really?
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Jackie the bald eagle: what we know about her illness, death, and what comes next
Wildlife experts have released new details about the Big Bear icon's final weeks, but the full picture won't emerge until necropsy results are published.
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Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, dies after weeks of intensive care
The eagle made famous by a 24/7 nest livestream passed away on August 10, leaving millions of fans around the world mourning.
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Officials weigh drone show, statue, and lakeside memorial to honor Jackie the bald eagle
Local officials and Visit Big Bear are exploring several public tributes following the death of the beloved eagle who put Big Bear Valley on the world map.
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Jackie, Big Bear's beloved bald eagle, dies at 14
The eagle who captivated more than a million followers worldwide with her nest-cam livestream passed away in the early hours of Monday, August 10.
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Big Bear's beloved eagle Jackie is being treated in Ventura County — and the community can say thanks
Jackie the eagle has been under care at the Ojai Raptor Center since July 17, and supporters are being encouraged to mail the center a card of appreciation.
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Friends of Big Bear Valley hits $10 million land conservation goal
A $5.5 million donation from Anna and Greg Brockman pushed the fundraiser across the finish line ahead of its deadline.
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AI-generated fakes about Jackie the eagle are disrupting care at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ventura-based facility treating Big Bear's beloved bald eagle is urging the public to stop sharing fabricated content — and to give staff the space to do their work.
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Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie still anemic, cause of illness unknown
The iconic eagle has been under veterinary care, but her condition remains a mystery as of early August.
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FOBBV addresses speculation about Shadow and a visiting eagle near the Big Bear nest
The wildlife group says the young eagle's behavior is seasonal and normal, as Jackie continues her recovery at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains in critical condition at raptor center
The beloved Fawnskin eagle was rescued over the weekend and is now being treated at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Eaglet 'Sandy' takes flight from Big Bear nest
The young bald eagle, followed by fans through a nest webcam, has officially fledged — a milestone for Big Bear Valley's beloved eagle family.
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Big Bear bald eaglet takes first flight after falling from nest
A young eagle's recovery story has the community cheering, but key details remain unconfirmed ahead of publication.
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