Environment
Bird flu drove Big Bear eagle Jackie’s decline: What the necropsy found
CDFW and partners said Oct. 14, 2026, a necropsy found bird flu was the underlying cause of Big Bear Valley bald eagle Jackie’s illness.
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Crime and Justice
Washington, District of Columbia
Katie Zacharia’s reported five-day White House tenure, explained
Reports say Katie Zacharia’s White House tenure ended after five days; Trump said he left the decision to her.
Environment
Big Bear Lake, California
How bird flu caused the death of Jackie, Big Bear’s widely watched bald eagle
California wildlife officials reported Oct. 14, 2026, that bird flu caused Jackie’s death, after a stomach ulcer led to internal bleeding and sepsis.
Arts and Entertainment
Barstow, California
Calico Ghost Haunt 2026: A guide to two weekends of Halloween entertainment
San Bernardino County Regional Parks schedules music and Halloween activities at Calico Ghost Town in Yermo, Oct. 23–25 and Oct. 30–Nov. 1.
Technology
Washington, District of Columbia
What Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ order changes — and what the term means
Executive Order 14434 directs federal agencies to call AI “Super Intelligence,” but keeps the existing statutory definition.
Election
Sacramento, California
California governor debate: Immigration clash comes as mail voting nears
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton clashed over immigration in their sole televised California governor debate as ballots neared mailing.
Arts and Entertainment
Phelan Phamily Phun Days Returns Oct. 3
Phelan Phamily Phun Days returns to Phelan Oct. 3 with a parade, classic car show, food vendors, carnival games and family activities.
Arts and Entertainment
Mojave Narrows Harvest Festival: What to know about the 2026 event
San Bernardino County Regional Parks plans its Oct. 10, 2026, festival at Mojave Narrows Regional Park in Victorville, with hayrides.
Environment
Victorville Seeks Volunteers for Oct. 24 Cleanup
Victorville seeks volunteers and business sponsors for its Oct. 24 Community Cleanup Day, with registration due by Oct. 9.
Education
Bosch Honors Silver Valley Auto Teacher Shaun Kittrell
Silver Valley High automotive instructor Shaun Kittrell is recognized by Bosch for hands-on training and career mentoring in Yermo.