Police Chief Says Charges Expected in Bear Killing

Mammoth Police Chief Randy Schienle said that he does expect charges, including firearms violations, will be filed against the Victorville man who shot and killed a female bear at Lake Mary more than a week ago.Asked if his department would pursue firearms violations...

Jury Acquits Minnesota Man in Sexual Assault Case

Newspapers and TV reporters in Minnesota turned their eyes toward Inyo County in recent weeks as a sexual assault case went to trial. A Minnesota student teacher, Brice Hansen, was on trial for sexual assault after what was described as a consensual sexual...

Car Theft at the Center of Dixon Chase

A stolen vehicle led CHP Officers on a car chase through Bishop Saturday night. Two people were arrested in Bishop after a short foot pursuit. A third was arrested by the Los Angeles Police after allegedly stealing a second vehicle from the Bishop Area and driving...

Bishop Police Consider Plan to Reduce Shoplifting

At the City Council meeting Monday, Bishop Police Chief Kathleen Sheehan announced plans to crack down on shoplifting. The plan has not been finalized, but the idea is to essentially ban shoplifters from stores where the person was caught. If a person is caught...

Fish and Game Continues to Investigate Bear Shooting

Whether or not the Victorville man who reportedly shot and killed a bear near Lake Mary will be charged with a crime is still unknown. The man has claimed self defense, according to Forest Service officials. Mammoth Wildlife Officer Steve Searles has called the...