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Cops and even animal control officers come across the unusual — cows, chickens and alligators on the loose
2+ hour, 8+ min ago (808+ words) Two California Highway Patrol officers spotted a Tacoma pickup on the right shoulder of the southbound 215 Freeway in Perris and went to check on the driver. He was drunk, the officers determined that January day. In the front passenger seat…...
Meet Rockie, Maximus and Dottie, this week’s Pets of the Week in the San Gabriel Valley
5+ day, 15+ hour ago (351+ words) These pets are ready to settle in at their forever home " your place! Playful without being over-the-top, Rockie is gentle with treats, enjoys short bursts of activity, and settles easily into cuddle mode afterward. Her foster field trip chaperones often…...
This community science project aims to help bumblebees, you can help them too
6+ day, 15+ min ago (247+ words) By Rebecca K. O'Connor | Contributing Columnist Stalking western meadowlarks with my camera, a smaller flash of flying black and yellow caught my interest. I don't see bumblebees often and this one was not stopping at flowers, but it was on a…...
What you need to know about these colorful, and smelly, flowers
2+ week, 2+ day ago (982+ words) Plus, check out this many ornamental grass that's a California native. In Jerusalem recently, I spotted a brilliant yellow rose and longed to know its origin. It had wound its way up a giant yucca (Yucca gigantea/elephantipes), and some…...
Meet Vision, Hitch and Zelma, this week’s Pets of the Week in the San Gabriel Valley
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (290+ words) These pets are ready to settle in at their forever home " your place! Vision is a charming boy who has so much to offer! He's an affectionate, gentle tuxedo who lights up when people or other cats walk by. He's…...
How to attract more birds to your garden and help them thrive
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (213+ words) Q: What can I do to attract more birds to my garden? Happily, there is a better way. Birds (and other wildlife) need a food source, water, cover from predators, and nesting sites. For most desirable species, these are simple to…...
Here’s a look at American bison one of the greatest conservation stories
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (238+ words) Oh, give me a home " With Indigenous Peoples" Day Monday, October 13, we look at the herds of bison many tribes relied on that were nearly wiped out. 1800 5 million1875 1 million1880 395,0001890 20,0001895 Less than 1,0001919 12,5211983 50,000 Today, Department of Labor lands currently support 17 bison herds in 12 states,…...
Mountain lion roams posh San Francisco neighborhood before being captured
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (640+ words) By OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ and HAVEN DALEY Dozens of officials worked to capture and tranquilize the male cat after warnings were issued advising people to slowly back away if they encountered it. The wild cat was first seen Monday morning. Roxanne…...
Meet Rocky, Salud and Spackle, this week’s Pets of the Week
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (638+ words) Looking for love? Check out this week's Pets of the Week. It's getting closer to Valentine's Day, and you've met some adorable cats who are sweet, friendly, and cuddly. You've met Ollie and Sammy, so now meet their brother, Rocky,…...
Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow welcome first egg of 2026
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (192+ words) The eagle egg has landed. RELATED: 2026 nesting season underway for Big Bear's famed bald eagles Bald eagles Jackie and Shadow, two of Big Bear's most famous birds, have welcomed their first egg of 2026. The 24-7 camera footage, installed by the environmental…...