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
The Lake County Fire Protection District staged an emergency task force through the California Office of Emergency Services until 5 p.m. Thursday, in case of need due to the current weather, including four engines, a hand crew, a dozer, a Type VI engine, and a leader. The district noted that their typical calls in a … Read more
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect until 4 p.m. Wednesday for northern Lake and Mendocino counties. Heavy snow is expected above 2,500 feet, with up to 14 inches above 3,500 feet, and snow is possible down to 1,500 feet. Today brings more rain and potential thunderstorms, with a chance of snow after 10 p.m. … Read more
MCSO arrested Brandon Lee Langenderfer (32) and Miranda Marie Mullins (31) in Laytonville after Langenderfer shot and wounded a 68-year-old male around noon on Friday. Langenderfer faces multiple charges, including Attempted Murder. Mullins was also arrested. Both are held without bail.
The Mendocino County Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) held its first post-pandemic in-person meeting on Saturday, Feb. 7. Community members and the steering committee discussed fire, forest health, native plants, and the Eel River. Emily Lord, the beneficial fire and education coordinator for Mendocino County Fire Safe Council, manages logistics for workshops and lectures. For more … Read more