Rescue crews suspended the water search Tuesday after a vehicle plunged into the Eel River from State Route 162 near Mile Marker 10.8 at 11:26 a.m. due to hazardous conditions—high water and poor visibility. The CHP, Caltrans, Laytonville Fire Department, Cal Fire, and the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office will resume the search when safe. Contact … Read more
Following the Jan. 11 Robin Lane sewer main rupture and sewage spill that has affected hundreds, Clearlake is ending its emergency water tank program (50 tanks installed) for a “long-term water quality solution.” Impacted well-water property owners must apply by Feb. 28 for free installation of UV filtration systems with prefiltration. Installation is based on … Read more
Following 17 confirmed measles cases in California and the virus’s presence in neighboring Shasta County, Mendocino County Public Health advises residents to confirm their immunization status. While no local cases are reported, unvaccinated individuals should contact Mendocino County Public Health to schedule an appointment.
The Golden State Finance Authority’s ReCoverCA Homebuyer Assistance Program provides low- to moderate-income households, including 2017 Clearlake residents, a zero-interest, no-payment deferred loan up to $350,000 to buy homes in lower wildfire risk areas. The loan is forgiven after five years. Applicants must have lived in a primary residence within a qualifying 2017 disaster’s High/Very … Read more
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has launched a new “Scams” feature on their SheriffsApp to combat the rising threat of digital deception. The resource provides residents with up-to-date information, educational videos, and reporting channels for various schemes, from elder fraud and ransomware to romance scams. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno emphasized the growing skill of con artists across … Read more
Rep. Mike Thompson reports $4.35 million in Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding for Lake County, the largest share in California’s Fourth District. The funds allocate $3.15M for the Habematolel Pomo Community Center, $850K for the South Main Street/Soda Bay road project, and $350K for the Clearlake Public Safety Camera system. Thompson said the federal … Read more
A Gualala man died Monday after his 2003 GMC Sierra crashed into a tree on Highway 1 in Mendocino County around 1 p.m. The northbound driver lost control for unknown reasons and was pronounced dead at the scene. Alcohol, drugs, and weather were not factors. The road was closed until 3:30 p.m. His name is … Read more
The National Weather Service has extended the winter storm warning for Lake County until tomorrow at 6 a.m. due to ongoing snow, hail, and dropping temperatures. CHP and Caltrans are monitoring trouble spots, Hwy 175 over Hopland, Hwy 29 at Glasgow Grade, and Cobb, concerned about snow reaching lake level. Snow is forecast for today … Read more
The Clearlake City Council is set to get an update on the ongoing recovery effort for a massive sewage spill and will discuss a budget amendment to cover mid-year adjustments and a possible ballot measure regarding appointment rather than election of a city treasurer position when it meets on Thursday. A budget workshop will be … Read more
Over three months after local journalist and Ukiah High teacher Matthew P. LaFever’s arrest for alleged inappropriate behavior with a student, the Mendocino County DA’s Office has not filed criminal charges. DA David Eyster has said the office awaits a “Special Master” ruling on journalistic privilege for evidence seized. LaFever is on paid administrative … Read more