Clearlake has ended its 10-year, $375,000 annual contract with North Bay Animal Services (NBAS), citing poor management, overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and lack of communication, following a Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury report that criticized NBAS for violating state law and industry standards. Mayor Russ Cremer, Councilmember Tara Downey, and Councilmember Jessica Hooten led the termination, … Read more
A structure fire erupted Monday evening at 2260 Appolinaris Drive, east of Ukiah, prompting a major emergency response. First reported around 7:31 p.m., heavy black smoke poured from the garage of a two-story residence. All occupants were safely evacuated. By 7:43 p.m., the primary fire was knocked down. The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office assisted as … Read more
On Saturday afternoon, fire crews responded to a structure fire at 2791 Road E in Redwood Valley, with reports of smoke, flames, and explosions. An active fire was confirmed, with potential to spread. The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office issued a notice advising caution and avoidance of the area as crews worked. More details on the … Read more
Clifford Merle Cutrell, 54, a transient from Clearlake Oaks, was arrested Tuesday by the Clearlake Police Department on felony charges, including kidnapping and rape from Tuesday, Aug. 12, and felony assault from April 10. Both cases were filed Thursday and Cutrell was arraigned the same day. Bail is set at $1 million for the rape … Read more
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Lorelei Marie Franco, 44, of Spring Valley. Lorelei is 5’2” tall, 120 lbs., with long brown hair, brown eyes, and a large mermaid tattoo on her back. She was last seen on the 15th, driving southbound on New Long Valley Road in … Read more
The Lakeport City Council is scheduled to meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. and will conduct a public hearing to discuss proposed regulations concerning alcohol consumption in city parks. They will also review law enforcement activities that took place during the recent July 4th celebration.
The Lake County Board of Supervisors this week will revisit budget adjustments for the new fiscal year, discuss a proposed mobile home rent stabilization ordinance, and consider a report from a governance workshop. The board will meet beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday.
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck near The Geysers early Thursday, part of a swarm of at least six quakes magnitudes 2.6-4.0. The 4.0 quake’s shallow depth made it widely felt. No damage has been reported, but geologists are monitoring the situation.
A Ukiah resident is pursuing a recall of Mendocino County DA David Eyster, citing his ego and associated costs, including legal fees in the dismissed case against former Auditor Chamise Cubbison. Cubbison is now seeking back pay and damages, with the county spending over $250,000 resisting her claims. Helen Sizemore stated she wouldn’t pursue the … Read more
A Ukiah woman was arrested Thursday after a high-speed chase. Maria Gonzalez, 31,fled at 100 mph after an alleged auto burglary in Cloverdale. The pursuit ended when her vehicle hit a curb. A second suspect escaped. Police found meth, marijuana, and stolen property in the car. Gonzalez faces charges including burglary, possession of stolen … Read more