News Staff A man from Hidden Valley Lake has been arrested for orchestrating a large-scale retail theft operation involving valuable LEGO sets. The Santa Rosa PD began investigating in September, discovering Robert Lopez, 39, in possession over $6,000 in stolen LEGO pieces. Officers also found ammunition, high-capacity magazines, and three firearms. Lopez was booked into Sonoma County … Read more
Saturday saw Lake County host its largest pro-democracy protest to date, as part of a series of some 2700 nationwide demonstrations. The “No Kings II” protest, held in downtown Lakeport. The protest saw somewhere between 800 and 2000 people, making it the largest event of its type in Lakeport history.
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
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
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.
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.
A beach hazards statement will be in effect starting Friday evening and running through Saturday night for Mendocino County. An increased threat of sneaker waves is expected as a northwest swell reaches state beaches.
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
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
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