Mendocino County will welcome a new Chief DA Investigator on March 1st. With the retirement of Chief DA Investigator Andrew “Andy” Alvarado approaching, James “Jim” Schnitzius has been chosen as his replacement, bringing more than 28 years of law enforcement experience to the DA’s office.
The Lakeport Unified School District Board will hold a special meeting this evening at 6 p.m. at the District Office to discuss a bond measure to assist with school facility improvement needs and identification of a funding source, to be placed on the ballot in June. In order to make that date, the board needs … Read more
A flood watch is in effect through Tuesday night for most of Mendocino and Lake counties. There will be an increased risk of flooding due to excessive rainfall. Heavy runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas. There will also be an increased risk of rock and landslides.
Mendocino County will host a public meeting on Thursday, the 26th, at 6:00 p.m. at Ukiah Bible Church to update the community on the East Hills Ukiah Evacuation Route Project. This project proposes a secondary evacuation route east of East Hills communities. It is currently in the Draft Initial Study phase, evaluating the alignment under … Read more
A Fort Bragg man was convicted of assault and kidnapping with intent to commit rape for a 2019 Ukiah attack. The verdict was based on DNA evidence, the victim’s testimony, and testimony from other women alleging similar conduct. Willy Hill, who pleaded not guilty, faces further proceedings regarding aggravators, including prior sex offense convictions; the … Read more
Clearlake City Manager Alan Flora announced the distribution of water filtration systems to 79 households with wells affected by the Robin Lane sewage spill, starting today. These systems will disinfect against microbiological contamination. Flora directed sewer system inquiries to the Lake County Sanitation District. Hydrologist Dr. Annjanette Dodd forecasts a temporary spike in fecal bacteria … Read more
AM1 Another major storm this weekend is forecast to bring heavy rain to both the coast and inland and strong 30-50 mph winds. Expect rapid river/creek rises, with a 30-40% chance of minor Russian River flooding near Hopland early in the week. Low-lying residents should prepare. Downed trees and power outages are likely.
Rescue crews suspended the water search Tuesday after a vehicle plunged into the Eel River from State Route 162 near Mile Marker 10.8 at 11:26 a.m. due to hazardous conditions—high water and poor visibility. The CHP, Caltrans, Laytonville Fire Department, Cal Fire, and the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office will resume the search when safe. Contact … Read more
Following the Jan. 11 Robin Lane sewer main rupture and sewage spill that has affected hundreds, Clearlake is ending its emergency water tank program (50 tanks installed) for a “long-term water quality solution.” Impacted well-water property owners must apply by Feb. 28 for free installation of UV filtration systems with prefiltration. Installation is based on … Read more
Following 17 confirmed measles cases in California and the virus’s presence in neighboring Shasta County, Mendocino County Public Health advises residents to confirm their immunization status. While no local cases are reported, unvaccinated individuals should contact Mendocino County Public Health to schedule an appointment.