A traffic stop in Ukiah turned into a brief pursuit and ended up with two people being arrested earlier in the month. An officer attempted a stop of a vehicle driven by 51-year-old Anamaria M. Mejia of Ukiah, for talking on her cell phone while driving. She did not stop when signaled, then suddenly veered … Read more
Anderson Marsh State Historic Park will once again the the site of free community hikes to celebrate the New Year. The hikes are part of the America’s State Parks First Day Program. For more information email info@andersonmarsh.org.
At the last meeting of the Lake County Board of Supervisors, the board approved a lease agreement for office space for the Public Defender’s office at 55 First Street. The lease is for just over 4700 square feet. The proximity to a public park caused concerns regarding clients like sex offenders not being able to … Read more
A body found on the shore on the the south side of the Noyo Bridge is likely that of 15-year-old transgender teen, Roy Mora. The search for Mora has been intense since they went missing on the 7th and was last seen crossing the Noyo Bridge on the night of the 7th. Mora’s mother identified … Read more
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.