A mother bear and cub are causing concern and debate in a South Lake Tahoe neighborhood.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife said it's a matter of public safety, but bear advocates say this is about preserving life.

On Butler Avenue, wildlife officials have been keeping a close eye on a mother bear named Hope and her cub, Bounce.

They've been seen multiple times in this area and their presence is causing a lot of discussion.

"I have owned the house for over 10 years and I will say I bought in 2012, I guess 13 years. Honestly, since then, there's a lot of bears in this neighborhood," said Katherine Maghan, who rents her home on Butler Avenue.

It's one bear in particular that has been on the radar of state wildlife officials for years.

The CDFW said Hope has been a known pro

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