Demonstrations Across North Coast Mostly Peaceful

Demonstrators across the North Coast, from Ukiah to Trinidad, protested ICE, resulting in two arrests in Eureka. Friday’s protests included teachers at Alice Birney Elementary, welcoming all students, a Eureka High student walkout to the Humboldt County Courthouse, and a National Nurses United vigil for a slain Minneapolis nurse. Near the courthouse, counter-protester Gary Beckett … Read more

Clearlake Sewage Spill Update

Three weeks after Clearlake’s massive sewage spill, recovery efforts continue. The recovery command has expanded the impact area to nine zones, covering approximately 550 acres on Clearlake’s northern end, including new areas north of Burns Valley Road and north of Olympic Drive. Officials warn residents in the expanded area against using well water until groundwater … Read more

Covelo Man Arrested On Burglary And Other Charges

A Covelo man was arrested on the 21st in a multi-agency operation, including the U.S. Marshals Service and Mendocino-Lake County Regional S.W.A.T. Kory R. Whipple, 21, was a suspect in a burglary on the 18th and was wanted on six felony warrants. A search warrant was served at a residence, he was apprehended without incident, … Read more

Robin Lane Sewage Spill Update

Following the massive sewage spill in Clearlake on January 11th, officials on Thursday reported progress in water testing and tank placement. A unified command formed by the city of Clearlake and Lake County OES is managing the response to the Robin Lane sewer spill.  Officials continue to aim for a swift return to normalcy, working … Read more

Mendocino Council Of Govs To Meet On Transit Needs

The Mendocino Council of Governments will hold a public hearing on Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chamber in Ukiah to discuss and identify unmet transit needs for the 2026–27 fiscal year. The focus is on transportation gaps for seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents, addressing limitations such as rural, evening, … Read more

City Of Ukiah Re-Approves Demolition Of Dragons Lair Building

The Ukiah City Council re-approved the demolition of the former Dragon’s Lair and Tom’s Glass buildings, owned by the Mendocino-Lake Community College District, to advance student housing plans, overriding the Demolition Review Committee’s confirmation of the building’s historic status and its recommended mitigation, siding reuse, mural, & signage. The resolution addendum was necessary due to … Read more

Third Town Hall On Robin Lane Spill Held

Clearlake officials held their third town hall on the January 11th Robin Lane sewage spill, which still affects over 200 properties. The joint city/county OES command is focused on recovery, including mapping, well testing at $300/day, covered by a $750,000 appropriation, and temporary water distribution. The advisory lifts after two consecutive negative E. coli/coliform tests. … Read more

Three Vehicle Crash Near Leggett Claims One, Injures Others

A fatal crash involving a pickup truck, a semi, and an unknown third vehicle occurred at approximately 9:30 Monday night on Highway 101, south of Leggett in Mendocino County.  According to the CHPTraffic Incident Information Page, one person was killed. Two occupants sustained minor injuries, while at least two others were reported uninjured.  Both the … Read more