Baby watch: Bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow getting ready to expect chicks

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — It’s almost time to see some baby eaglets as “pip watch” is here for Big Bear’s bald eagle couple. Leap Day (Feb. 29) started the clock as any day now Jackie and Shadow’s three eggs could crack to reveal the chicks inside. Big Bear’s bald eagle couple now have three eggs The bald eagle couple are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their new chicks, with three eggs in the nest this year for the first time ever. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife says incubation lasts about 35 days. Leap Day marked 35 days for the first egg, according to the Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam Facebook page, but noted it did have some delayed incubation before the other eggs came along. The nonprofit says hatching typically takes around 1 to 3 days from the time it begins. Jackie laid this year’s eggs on Jan. 25, Jan. 28 and Jan. 31, so any day now we could see chicks emerge on the live cam in Southern California’s Big Bear Valley. Baby watch– Watch the eagle

Two severely injured in accident with parked excavator on SR-78 in Oceanside

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — Traffic was backed up on State Route 78 in Oceanside Sunday afternoon after a car crashed into a parked excavator. First responders had to rescue the trapped driver and passenger inside. Both the occupants of the car were severely injured in the crash that happened at 4:15 p.m. Sunday on eastbound SR-78 near El Camino Real. Oceanside Fire Department responded to the accident where they say a small car crashed into a large parked excavator. Man stranded on Big Sur cliff for 2 days after harrowing crash Firefighters were able to quickly rescue the trapped driver, who was then transported by air ambulance to a nearby trauma center. It took first responders nearly 30 minutes to free the passenger from the car due to the “challenging circumstances” of the rescue. The Oceanside Fire Department said they had to use special equipment and advanced techniques. Man killed in hit-and-run crash on SR-163 The passenger was taken to a nearby trauma center, but went into traumatic cardiac arrest in the ambulance. The fire department says they were in stable, but critical condition

Key Northern California highway closed as snow continues to fall in the blizzard-hit Sierra Nevada

TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — A major highway was closed and ski resorts were shut down Sunday as the effects of a powerful blizzard continued to cause problems across the Sierra Nevada, and forecasters warned that more heavy snow was on the way for Northern California. Sections of Interstate 80 to the west and north of Lake Tahoe were made impassable by blowing snow piling up in lanes, with no estimate for reopening, the California Highway Patrol said. The CHP office in South Lake Tahoe warned motorists that tire chains for improved traction are required on routes through the mountains, where more than 7 feet (2.1 meters) of snow fell over the weekend. The online warning Sunday was accompanied by a photo of a big rig without chains stuck in whiteout conditions on a local road. “Trying to bypass chain control, no no no!!” the agency said on X, formerly Twitter. “Dangerous and not smart.” A blizzard warning was in effect until midnight for some areas above 6,500 feet (1,980 meters), while lower elevations were under a winter storm warning with another 2 feet (60 centimeters)

Legoland California breaks world record for largest dino costume party

CARLSBAD, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — Legoland California has broken a world record! On Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 7 to 9 a.m., 1,273 dancing dinos joined the theme park to break the world record for the largest dinosaur costume party in the world. Video Above: Legoland California broke a world record Sunday, March 3, 2024 for the Largest Dinosaur Costume Party. (Video Courtesy of Legoland California) Taking the title from Dundurn, Saskatchewan, Canada, which broke the record in 2023 with 1,187 dancing dinos, and before that Portland, Oregon in 2022 with just 380 people in dino costumes, and Los Angeles in 2019 with 252 people, San Diego’s Legoland theme park now holds the Guinness World Record title. Legoland California celebrates 25th birthday with kids ticket deal Legoland Dinosaur costume record contest at Legoland California on Sunday, March 3, 2024. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/Legoland) Legoland Dinosaur costume record contest at Legoland California on Sunday, March 3, 2024. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/Legoland) Legoland Dinosaur costume record contest at Legoland California on Sunday, March 3, 2024. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/Legoland) Legoland Dinosaur costume record contest at Legoland California

Telescope camera captures awing images of nebulas thousands of light-years away

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/ KUSI) — A physics and astronomy professor staked out in the dark at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to capture the cosmos. Herbert W. Hamber from the University of California, Irvine told FOX that he heads to the barren wilderness of San Diego County’s northeast desert to photograph galaxies far, far away. He posts up overnight at the Steele/Burnand Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center (SBABDRC). “I usually visit the SBABDRC during the middle of the month, when there’s no moon. The moon can be bright enough in other periods, so as to make it nearly impossible to get decent images of faint objects such as nebulas and galaxies,” Hamber explained. 9 experiences in San Diego that are a must, according to National Geographic According to the professor, Borrego Springs and the surrounding area is a great place to capture these images because light pollution is minimal. He said this makes faint objects a lot more visible and provides good image contrast. “There’s some residual light pollution low facing west in the direction of Escondido and north towards Palm Springs,” Hamber continued. “Going further out

U.S. Senate candidate Rep. Adam Schiff talks housing, cross-border pollution in San Diego

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) made a stop in San Diego Sunday while kicking off day two of his “California For All Tour.” The Democrat, a congressman representing California’s 30th Congressional District, is running for U.S. Senate. Schiff is currently in his 12th term in the House of Representatives. The lawmaker serves as a senior member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, which oversees the administration of justice within the nation’s federal courts, federal administrative agencies, and federal law enforcement. Ten injured after falling from border wall in San Diego County When it comes to the issues, Rep. Schiff touched on California’s housing affordability. “This is predominantly a problem of supply. There’s simply not enough affordable housing,” Schiff said during his speech. “We can do everything else right, we can provide far more Section 8 vouchers as I want to do, we can make sure everyone qualifies for Section 8 vouchers, we can give people renter’s tax credit as I’m proposing…but if we don’t increase the supply of housing, none of that is going to work.” Rep. Schiff then pointed to San

9 experiences in San Diego that are a must, according to National Geographic

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — San Diego — a quintessential Southern California beach city that National Geographic says is full of culture and vibrancy. For locals and tourist alike, there are a number of activities and hot-spots to be enjoyed. The popular nature, science, culture and history channel narrowed down nine top experiences that are a must-do while in San Diego. San Diego woman competing on Season 46 of ‘Survivor’ “Find giant fan palms in Balboa Park” Aside from the numerous museums, walking trails and gardens, National Geographic suggested heading to Balboa Park, specifically Palm Canyon. Visitors can find it by crossing the wooden footbridge by the Alcazar Gardens and then heading down the stairs. A short trail will lead to towering Mexican fan palms, some of which have been in San Diego since 1912, according to the channel. The trail also leads to the Kate O. Sessions Cactus Garden, offering views of the Cabrillo Bridge and parts of the downtown skyline. Palm Canyon in Balboa Park, San Diego, Calif. (Adobe Stock Photo) “Relive history in Old Town” Old Town San Diego is the site

Oceanside Wins First Boys Soccer State Title In School History

OCEANSIDE (KUSI) – Raise the Jolly Roger! The Oceanside Pirates win their first ever CIF State Title in Boys Soccer with a 3-0 victory over Lakewood. After a scoreless first half, the Pirates broke the deadlock on a corner kick by Junior Forward Lincoln Newcomer, who swung a perfect ball into the box where one of Oceanside’s Captains, Junior Fullback Kellen Love, was there to clean up the loose ball and force it over the line for the goal. Oceanside would score on another corner kick by Newcomer, this time Lincoln’s perfect pass would find the head of Junior Defender Christian Sanchez for the goal to make it 2-0. Just before the full-time whistle, Oceanside would be awarded a penalty kick, and Junior Midfielder Braulio Ibarra would step up to bury the shot into the bottom right corner of the net to seal the State Title for Oceanside. Head Coach Frank Zimmerman, who has been with the program for the past 29 years, was on “Cloud 9” after the victory, “You know you get to this part in your career, and you’re like, some things

Ten injured after falling from border wall in San Diego County

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Border Patrol agents and San Diego Fire-Rescue responded to the border wall Saturday afternoon after receiving calls for mass injuries. It was a chaotic scene as first responders tended to 10 people with varying injuries, some potentially with broken bones, after they fell from the 30-foot U.S./Mexico border wall near Border Field State Park around 4 p.m. Saturday. Victim killed in El Cajon shooting identified as dentist Around six ambulances took the injured and any accompanying children to local hospitals. Several men that had climbed the wall but were not injured were detained by Border Patrol agents for questioning. This is a developing story. Stay with FOX 5 & KUSI for the latest.

Suspect in custody after man stabbed multiple times at trolley station

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A 36-year-old man was found covered in blood at a trolley station in the South Bay overnight and the suspect was arrested in a stolen vehicle Saturday afternoon. According to the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD), officers were conducting patrols in the area of the Palomar Trolley Station, located at 1265 Industrial Blvd. in Chula Vista, around 2:20 a.m. Saturday when they discovered the victim. Victim killed in El Cajon shooting identified as dentist Police said the man had been stabbed multiple times but was conscious and able to communicate with officers at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital to be treated for his injuries and is expected to recover. Based on their preliminary investigation, CVPD said it appears the victim was a homeless individual who was sleeping on the premises when attacked. Authorities believe it was unprovoked. Two shot dead at Grantville apartment complex; no arrests made CVPD in an update Saturday evening that the suspect, identified as 34-year-old Tulio Gasca of Imperial Beach, was arrested around 4 p.m. Saturday after reportedly stealing a vehicle from

Chris Stapleton concert, David Spade comedy show happening in downtown San Diego Saturday night

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Chris Stapleton concert and David Spade stand-up comedy show are happening Saturday night in downtown San Diego. Here’s what you need to know ahead of the events. Chris Stapleton’s “All-American Road Show” tour continues Saturday night with a stop in San Diego. The concert, with special guests Turnpike Troubadours and Elle King, kicks off at 5 p.m. Saturday at Petco Park in downtown San Diego. Tickets are still available. 2024 Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp coming to Chula Vista in July Shortly after tickets went on sale, Chris Stapleton dropped a new album, “Higher,” in November 2023. Chris Stapleton performs at the 2018 Medallion Ceremony at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Al Wagner/Invision/AP) The 8x Grammy, 16x CMA and 15x ACM award-winner, and named Male Vocalist of the Year for the seventh time at the 57th Annual CMA Awards, Chris Stapleton will continue his “All-American Road Show” through December 2024 with stops at Minneapolis’ U.S. Bank Stadium, Seattle’s T-Mobile Park, Los Angeles’ Hollywood