Mar Vista residents report increased aggressive coyote encounters, resulting in attacks on local dogs and frequent sightings, with officials advising the use of airhorns and paintball guns for deterrence.

Los Angeles County has approved a motion to address the increase in local black bear encounters through education and resources provided in collaboration with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

San Bernardino County opens the 2024 swim season on May 25 at Glen Helen and Yucaipa Regional Parks, featuring new waterslides, with swim fees ranging from $7 to $17, and free entry for toddlers.

OC Parks opens the restored Pleasants Stone House in Modjeska Canyon to the public, offering historical tours.

Blair Park in San Bernardino unveiled three new Dodger Dreamfields for baseball, initiated by the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and partners, enhancing local youth sports facilities.

An untagged mountain lion, possibly larger than the well-known P-22, has been spotted in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, prompting local enthusiasm and discussions on wildlife crossings.

Experts are puzzled by a wave of starving brown pelicans in Southern California, with numerous birds found dead or dying, despite available food sources.

Disney's Oogie Boogie Bash returns to California Adventure on August 25 with 27 nights of Halloween events, indicating the event's growing popularity.

The LA County Board of Supervisors voted against the Catalina Island Conservancy's plan to cull mule deer by aerial shooting, opting for less extreme solutions.

San Bernardino County invites public input on the Master Plan for Glen Helen Regional Park on May 1, with discussions on existing and future projects.

LA residents are advised by LA Animal Services to wait before rescuing seemingly abandoned kittens, as they may still be cared for by their mother. Resources for proper care and fostering are available online.

Riverside County's new RivCoParks Library Pass initiative offers residents free park access using their library cards, aiming to promote outdoor activities and inclusivity during Earth Month.

The Anaheim City Council approved the DisneylandForward expansion project, which will add new attractions, hotels, and retail spaces to Disneyland without expanding the park's current territory.