News Staff A crash early on Christmas Eve claimed the life of a 76-year-old woman near Clearlake Oaks. CHP responded to the report of a crash on state route 53, south of route 20 and when they arrived, they found the woman, driving a Lexus had made a U-turn in front of a semi-truck and was hit … Read more
Another round of atmospheric river storms will move through the area bringing heavy rains and wind through the weekend. Although the National Weather Service says none of the storms look to be strong, there will be very little break in the rainy weather, with most areas expecting at least 2 inches of rain. Today through … Read more
A high surf advisory is in effect through this evening. Large breaking waves of 20 to 25 feet are possible along the Mendocino Coast. Dangerous surfing conditions and localized beach erosion are possible. Beachcombing is highly discouraged.
The Ukiah Branch Library has opened a Little Free Pantry to help support community members in need. The pantry operates on a “take what you need” basis, is stocked entirely by community members, and is open 24-7. Donations of good, non-expired, non-perishable items and hygiene products are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at the … Read more
A two-vehicle crash late Thursday evening sent two to the hospital. The crash on Highway 29 at Hofacker Lane in Lower Lake caused 23-year-old Taylor Eldridge of Lakeport to be taken to Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa and Nathan Verstoppen, 29 of Hidden Valley Lake to Santa Rosa Memorial with critical injuries. Eldridge … Read more
The California Highway Patrol begins its Holiday Maximum Enforcement Period tomorrow evening and will continue to enforce through late Wednesday evening to reduce traffic incidents.
The National Weather Service says a series of storms that moved into the area over the weekend are expected to last through Christmas. Light showers are expected this morning, with another storm moving in this afternoon and continuing through Christmas. The storm later today will bring at least an inch or two to most areas, … Read more
A high Surf warning is in effect through late tonight for the Mendocino Coast. Dangerously large breaking waves anywhere from 20-30 feet are expected. Life-threatening surfing conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Waves can break and sweep people off jetties and docks. Beachcombing is not advised.
The state’s CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT Pilot Program has received an additional $10 million in funding. Harvest Market in Fort Bragg and Mendocino will once again offer the program. The program was forced to pause in April due to a lack of funding. For more information on the program and how to qualify, go … Read more
A 20-year-old San Francisco man has died in a single-car crash near Navarro. The accident took place around 9:45 pm Wednesday night on State Route 128 just east of the Paul Dimmick Campground. The man’s Honda Fit skidded off the road and hit a tree. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is … Read more