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

Juvenile Arrested for Stabbing Last Week

The Lake County Sheriff’s office reports 14-year-old girl, Nova Fabisch, has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred last week. Deputies located and arrested Fabisch in Lakeport on Friday. She faces charges of assault with a deadly weapon, battery causing serious bodily injury, and attempted murder. Following her arrest, Fabisch was transferred into … Read more

Mendocino Railway’s Status Confirmed

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has affirmed Mendocino Railway’s Class III status since 2004, ensuring federal jurisdiction and resolving legal disputes. This stability enables the railway to preserve the California Western/Skunk Train’s Redwood Route. The railway sought confirmation in July due to issues with local and state agencies after acquiring the Fort Bragg Mill Site. … Read more

Sutter Health Reaches Tentative Agreement With Employees

Frontline employees at eight Sutter Health facilities, including Sutter Lakeside, have reached a tentative agreement with management, avoiding a strike. SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West (SEIU-UHW), representing over 4,400 workers, had voted to strike with 96% support. The union stated the agreement addresses staffing, working conditions, pay, and benefits. The tentative agreement, offering 14% raises and … Read more

Mendo County Behavioral Health Advisory Board to Meet

The Mendocino County Behavioral Health Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting next Wednesday to discuss local behavioral health services.  The meeting will be from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services office in Ukiah. The advisory board is also encouraging community members to apply for vacant seats. To learn … Read more

Former Covelo Fire Chief Killed in Hit and Run

Bill Baker, beloved former Covelo Fire Chief, died Sunday night in a hit-and-run on Highway 162. Sandra Yocselin Acosta Deloera, 20, struck Baker with her Toyota 4Runner and fled. She was later located at her home by CHP, after a family member reported the crash. Baker, who dedicated his life to fire and ambulance services, … Read more