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California kicks off its first-ever Wildlife Day this Friday, honoring Jackie the bald eagle — a viral internet star and beloved Big Bear resident who passed away last month. Spearheaded by State Senator Tony Strickland and backed by unanimous legislative support, the day urges all Californians to reflect on Jackie’s legacy and the urgent need to protect wildlife. Local groups are hosting a memorial event on October 3rd. Meanwhile, the Lynwood Library has reopened after a $50-million renovation — its first major upgrade in nearly 50 years — featuring new skylights, teen zones, and community spaces, funded partly by federal pandemic relief. Residents celebrate it as a revitalized hub for learning and connection. In LA, Mayor Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman clashed over environmental justice, debating heat, pollution, transit, and water — revealing stark differences in how they’d tackle the city’s biggest climate challenges.

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