High School Security Guard Charged With Assaulting Student

A Ukiah High School security guard, Julian Williams, 39, was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of assaulting a 15-year-old student in a locked classroom Tuesday. Police said the student was not injured. Williams was booked into Mendocino County Jail on suspicion of child abuse and battery on school grounds. The Ukiah Unified School District, which refers … Read more

Lake College Transfer Fair Next Week

The Lake County Office of Education and Woodland Community College (WCC) are co-hosting the Lake County College Transfer Fair, next Friday, the 24th, from 9-11 a.m. at the campus in Clearlake. Students can explore transfer opportunities and meet university representatives. On the 23rd, WCC will receive a Pathway Champion Award for its “Excellence in Placement” … Read more

Old Stick of Dynamite Discovered in Willits

Authorities responded to a home north of Willits after a woman found what is believed to be a stick of old, degraded dynamite . Due to its condition, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad. There was no danger to the public.

“No Kings” Protests Scheduled for Saturday

Indivisible and local residents plan “No Kings” protests across Mendocino County on Saturday, targeting President Trump’s administration for perceived authoritarian actions. Organized demonstrations include: Fort Bragg, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Noyo River Bridge, Willitsm 10 a.m.-noon, Babcock Park, Point Arena, noon-1 p.m., Centennial Plaza, Gualala, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., and Ukiah, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Todd Grove Park.

Health and Wellness Expo Happens This Weekend

This Saturday, the 18th, the annual Lake County Health & Wellness Expo will be held at Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport. The free, family-friendly event, formerly known as the Heroes of Health and Safety Fair, runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be health-focused activities, demonstrations, and resources for all ages. Free health … Read more

City of Ukiah Returns to Annexation Discussions

After a summer pause, the city of Ukiah has resumed discussions on annexing unincorporated lands, a proposal that has generated months of intense community debate. Last week, the city met with local organizations that had initially opposed the plan. According to a press release, the meeting was a “valuable opportunity to exchange information, address misconceptions, … Read more

Clearlake Man Found Competent to Stand Trial for Murder

A Clearlake man, faces murder charges and remains in custody. Martin Jimenez-Patricio, 55, has a jury trial set for January 2026, following a defense motion to continue. Earlier, Dr. Thomas Rodriguez and Dr. Taylor Fithian deemed him competent to stand trial, leading to the reinstatement of criminal proceedings. Earlier in the year, there was a … Read more

Lake County To Lift Burn Ban Nov. 1st

The Lake County Air Quality Management District has announced minor changes to its 2025-26 burn program. The burn ban ends November 1st, but specific holidays will be no-burn days. Burn permits will be available online from November 1st at www.lcaqmd.net. A smoke management plan burn permit is required for multi-day/overnight burning, and other types of … Read more