Good morning, San Bernardino.

Families are encouraged to prepare a pet emergency kit — including food, water, records and backup care options — as National Pet Preparedness Month reminds everyone to update their emergency plan ahead of potential disasters.

San Bernardino County Animal Care celebrated California Adopt-A-Pet Day when 26 shelter pets were adopted into loving homes—fun family activities and local vendor booths enhanced the event.

Preschool Services celebrated 61 years of Head Start by supporting 2,200 children and families at 30 centers with early education, health screenings and community services.

Enrollment for the upcoming program year begins July 6 and applications are accepted by phone or online.

San Bernardino County kicked off its second year of the SPARK Youth Employment Program on Monday when new participants attended orientation to start a six-week series in county departments.

Youth will build work skills and gain career insight in local government.

The Mormon Rocks in Cajon Pass show (clear evidence) of the San Andreas Fault near our area.

The fault has shifted up to 2 inches a year and has a history of large quakes including the 1857 Fort Tejon event that affected Wrightwood, Highland and the San Bernardino Mountains.

County Fire has added a new quadruped robot from HawkRobo to assist with mapping damaged structures and detecting hazardous air conditions — the agile tool will also visit local events to introduce young students to robotics.

San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved the Behavioral Health Services Act Integrated Plan at a June 9 meeting, setting a $2.35 billion, three-year roadmap that allocates an estimated $915.7 million for behavioral health services to support children + families.

Last week, hundreds of families gathered at Lake Gregory Regional Park for First 5 San Bernardino’s Splish Splash Water Safety Fun Day.

The event featured water safety demonstrations by local experts, free giveaways and access to water attractions.

San Bernardino County Public Health launched a new interactive StoryMap (Lives in the Balance: Behind the Numbers) that shows opioid overdose trends using emergency department data and geographic comparisons; the tool helps community partners plan coordinated resource responses.

San Bernardino County advises Medi-Cal members to update contact info as federal eligibility changes begin Oct.

1 for ACA expansion members, including revised QNC rules and six-month renewals from Jan. 1. Members should check mail and online accounts promptly+ be aware new cost-sharing may start in Oct. 2028.

Devore Animal Shelter hosts a meet-and-greet for Twix, a one-year-old Cane Corso who loves cuddles and lap time.

Adoptions are free for qualifying pets and include complimentary spaying/neutering, microchip and age‑appropriate vaccinations plus 30 days of pet insurance from MetLife.