News Staff A Lakeport man charged with assault and making threats has entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. Morgan Matthew Jack was arrested in May and taken into custody on multiple counts, including assault with a deadly weapon. The court has appointed two physicians to examine Jack to determine his competency. The doctor’s … Read more
At the last meeting of the year for the Lake County Board of Supervisors, the final step in completing the redistricting process took place, with the second reading of an ordinance adopting the new supervisorial district boundaries and a unanimous vote to accept the ordinance. Much like the state, the board is required to address … Read more
The number of communities affected by power outages caused by the recent storm are lessening, with PG&E working to restore service to customers round the clock since the storm. Generators had been brought in to Covelo to provide power to those affected in the area surrounding downtown. Crews continue to work small areas between Lakeport … Read more
A freeze watch remains in effect from late today through tomorrow morning for the Mendocino Coast. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. Bring in tender plants and outdoor pets.
A Willits man was arrested on suspicion of arson after setting mail vans on fire while drilling into one of the vehicle’s gas tanks. Steven Ramier was recognized by a deputy viewing security footage and a warrant was issued and served at Ramier’s residence. Ramier was found to have burn injuries on one of his … Read more
In a press release from the Eureka Police Department, Eureka residents Brandon Haselip and Michelle McDonald were arrested in Eureka on charges of armed robbery that occurred in Mendocino County. Both were booked into the Humboldt County jail on the Mendocino warrants.
Lake County’s jobless numbers are looking up, November improved enough to give the county it’s lowest unemployment numbers since the beginning of the pandemic. Lake County recorded a 5.8% jobless rate last month, as compared to 7.4% in November of 2020. Lake County’s labor force in November totaled 28,340 individuals, of which 1,650 were unemployed.
Power outages are still an issue in the area, from as far north as Round Valley near Covelo to pockets of outages in both the Mendocino and Ukiah areas.
A winter weather advisory continues through the morning in both the Mendocino and Ukiah areas. Snowfall of 1-3 inches is possible in higher elevations and rain is expected along coastal areas. Slippery conditions may exist during your morning commute.
The Mendocino Department of Health has announced that free at-home COVID-19 tests are now available. In a press release on Christmas Eve, the Department stated that the tests are being distributed immediately through community groups that have significant public contact and through our offices in Fort Bragg, Willits, and Ukiah. The press release also noted … Read more