Election
Nine Candidates Set for Hesperia City Council Election
Nine candidates are certified for three Hesperia City Council races in the November 3, 2026, General Election.
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Education
California schools must return unspent Prop. 28 arts money. Here’s why some funds went unused
Students may miss out on new music and arts classes as California schools struggle to hire teachers and must return unspent Proposition 28 funds.
Technology
MouthPad uses tongue and head movements to control phones and computers
Augmental Technologies launches MouthPad, a custom mouthpiece helping users with limited mobility control devices using tongue and head movements.
Environment
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care
The Ojai Raptor Center announced California bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of treatment for severe anemia and inflammation.
Environment
Man rescued from California Aqueduct in Hesperia after trying to retrieve fishing pole
On Aug. 9, deputies rescued a man from the California Aqueduct in Hesperia after he tried to retrieve a fishing pole, sheriff's officials said.
Environment
Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ojai Raptor Center reported California bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition after her PCV fell to 13% in latest blood tests.
Crime and Justice
Seven Arrested in Hesperia Gun Store Burglary Probe
Four adults and three juveniles were arrested after a stolen SUV was used to ram The Gun Locker in Hesperia and steal firearms.
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Education
Hesperia Students Attend First Day of School Today
Hesperia Unified students returned to elementary, middle and high schools Thursday for the start of the 2026-27 school year.
Crime and Justice
Hesperia Invites Families to National Night Out 2026 at Civic Park
Hesperia residents are invited to celebrate National Night Out 2026 on Aug. 4 at Hesperia Civic Park with free family activities, emergency vehicle displays,…
Transportation
Hesperia Ranked Among Nation’s Worst Cities for Dangerous Drivers
Consumer Affairs study places Hesperia No. 10 nationwide as traffic fatalities and risky driving trends rise HESPERIA, Calif. (Our Hesperia) — Hesperia has been…
Arts and Entertainment
Hesperia, California
Hesperia library plans free Route 66 car show for families, collectors and neighbors
The Hesperia Branch Library will host a free Route 66 car show on August 8, 2026, featuring classic cars, food vendors, and family activities.
Environment
California
Big Bear Valley groups clear $10M mark to buy Moon Camp, a key parcel near Jackie and Shadow’s nest
Friends of Big Bear Valley raised $10.5 million to buy the 62-acre Moon Camp property in California, blocking a planned housing development.
Environment
California
Why Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle’s blood transfusion matters, and what comes next
Jackie, the Big Bear bald eagle, is in critical care after a blood transfusion in California as veterinarians search for the cause of her…
Politics
Hesperia Sales Tax Measure Fails to Reach November Ballot After Council Vote
A proposal to increase Hesperia's local sales tax by 1% will not appear on the November ballot after the City Council failed to obtain…
Environment
Inland Empire, California
Video shows black bear wandering into Crestline water district office and leaving unharmed
A black bear entered the Crestline Village Water District office on Wednesday, leaving without injuries or damage, surveillance video shows.
Business and Finance
Florida
Burger King adds a new manager role and a Whopper promise after customer feedback, with Florida roots in Miami
Miami-based Burger King is introducing a new restaurant manager role and a Whopper Guarantee this year following direct customer feedback.
Health
Special tomato-soy drink lowered inflammation markers in a small Ohio State study
A small Ohio State University study found a specially formulated tomato-soy drink lowered three inflammation-related proteins in adults with obesity.
Environment
Rock Fire grows to 8,000 acres in Inyo County as evacuation orders remain in place
CAL FIRE reports the Rock Fire in Owens Valley has burned 8,000 acres and is 5% contained as of July 22, with evacuations active.
Business and Finance
What Terrible’s reopening means for Primm Valley Casino, and why the casino border town matters
Primm Valley Casino reopened July 22 under Terrible's, offering gaming, hotel rooms, and no resort fees on the California-Nevada border.