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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care
The Ojai Raptor Center reported California bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of intensive care following her July rescue.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains in critical condition as anemia worsens
Ojai Raptor Center reports California bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition after her blood cell volume fell to 13% in late July.
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Black bear walks into Crestline water district office, then leaves unharmed
A black bear entered the Crestline Village Water District office on Wednesday before calmly returning to the woods, surveillance video shows.
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BLM approves 50-year Mojave pipeline right-of-way, advancing desert water fight
The BLM approved a 50-year permit for Cadiz Inc. to pipe up to 50,000 acre-feet of groundwater annually from the Mojave Desert Fenner Basin.
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Summit Fire Grows, Threatens High Desert
Summit Fire in Angeles National Forest grows to 2,581 acres, triggers San Bernardino evacuation warnings and a regional smoke advisory.
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Big Bear eaglet Sandy falls from nest in accidental fledge
Friends of Big Bear Valley reported Sunday that bald eagle eaglet Sandy fell from her nest in an accidental fledge and is being monitored.
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Bay County Beaches Under Health Advisory: Avoid Water Contact
Three popular Bay County beaches—Laguna Beach, Beach Drive, and Carl Gray Park—are under a health advisory due to elevated enterococci bacteria. Avoid water contact.
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California
Yosemite: 10,000th California Red-Legged Frog Released in Recovery
Yosemite National Park marks a major conservation win with the release of its 10,000th California red-legged frog, celebrating a decade of successful species recovery.
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Sandy & Luna: Big Bear Lake Eaglets Named, Honoring Sandy Steers
Big Bear Lake's bald eaglets, Sandy and Luna, have been officially named! Learn about the public submission fundraiser, the third-grade student vote, and the…
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United States
Homeowner Confronts CNN’s Derek Van Dam on Georgia Wildfires
Watch the viral moment CNN's Derek Van Dam was confronted by an angry homeowner during a live report on devastating Georgia wildfires.
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California
Jackie & Shadow Welcome 2 Eaglets in Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake's beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, have successfully hatched two new eaglets! Follow their journey during the 2026 nesting season.
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Southern California Rattlesnake Warning: Fatal Bites & Safety Tips
The US Forest Service warns of increased rattlesnake activity in Southern California after fatal bites. Get crucial safety tips.
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Native Plant Festival Claremont: Music, Food & Workshops
Discover the annual Native Plant Festival at California Botanic Garden in Claremont, CA. Enjoy live music, diverse food trucks, and insightful workshops on native…
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United States
Potomac Interceptor Repairs Complete in Montgomery Co.
DC Water has completed repairs to the Potomac Interceptor in Montgomery County, restoring full flow after a historic 300-million gallon sewage spill. Learn more.
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California
Mojave Desert Wildlife Overpasses on SR-62 Get $5.5M Boost
Mojave Desert Land Trust to plan critical SR-62 wildlife overpasses with $5.5M grant. These crossings will reconnect mountain lion populations, reduce fatalities, and improve…
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Big Bear Bald Eagles Jackie & Shadow Lay Third Egg of 2026
Big Bear Lake's bald eagle pair, Jackie and Shadow, welcome their third egg of the 2026 season on Feb 24, marking a new start…
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5,195 Invasive Green Iguanas Removed in Florida After Cold Snap
Florida authorities and residents removed 5,195 invasive green iguanas in two days, capitalizing on cold temperatures for a permitless collection effort to protect ecosystems.
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California Superbloom 2026 Outlook: Wildflower Odds & Hotspots
Explore the 2026 California superbloom outlook. Heavy rains sparked hope, but warm weather threatens wildflowers. Find out where early blooms are appearing!
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California
Trump Admin Approves Sites Reservoir, Boosts CA Water Supply
The Trump administration greenlit the Sites Reservoir project, a major California infrastructure initiative in Colusa County, authorizing federal cost coverage.
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California
Indio Hills Earthquake: Magnitude 4.9 Jolts Southern California
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Indio Hills, Southern California, on Jan 19, 2026. Felt widely across the Coachella Valley, with aftershocks but no major…
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Lake Manly Returns: Death Valley’s Ancient Lake Reappears After Storms
Death Valley’s ancient Ice Age lake, Lake Manly, has re-formed in Badwater Basin following unusually heavy storms, creating a shallow desert lake at North…
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California Plastic Bag Ban: New Law Ends All Plastic Checkout Bags
California is escalating its plastic bag ban. A new law, SB 1053, eliminates all film plastic carryout bags at checkout by 2026, building on…
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United States
Boring Company Fined $500K for Vegas Loop Environmental Violations
Elon Musk's Boring Company has been fined nearly $500,000 for almost 800 environmental violations connected to the Vegas Loop expansion, including illegal dumping and…
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Iceberg A-23A: World’s Largest Iceberg Disintegrates in South Atlantic
The world's largest iceberg, A-23A, is rapidly breaking apart in the South Atlantic after decades grounded. Discover the dramatic melt and its impact on…
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Giant Yellow Cedar Felled on Vancouver Island Despite Protection
A massive yellow cedar, protected under BC's Special Tree Protection Regulation, was illegally felled on Vancouver Island, prompting a Forests Ministry investigation.
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Greta Thunberg Banned After Venice Grand Canal Dyed Green
Greta Thunberg and Extinction Rebellion activists were fined and banned from Venice after dyeing the Grand Canal green, protesting COP30's climate inaction.