Elderly Woman Killed in Single Car Crash Near Lakeport

An elderly woman has died in a single-car crash near Lakeport. Wednesday afternoon, CHP was called to the scene of a pickup truck traveling northbound on Highway 29. Investigation shows the vehicle veered across the center median, went through a barbed wire fence, traveled across Mountainview Road, and over an embankment. The truck then crashed … Read more

Clearlake Has Algae You Can See From Space

Earlier in May, NASA published images of Clearlake from space, showing algae blooms covering a good portion of the lake. Clearlake is naturally rich with algae and other plant life, including blue-green algae which can be dangerous to humans and pets. The county has engaged a company to help clear some of the vegetation, at … Read more

Clearlake City Council Meets Thursday Evening

The Clearlake City Council meets tomorrow evening at 6. The council will discuss Clearlake’s water providers and the challenges of three different water districts operating within the city limits. The council will also hear an update on the new Clearview AI Investigative Platform, which provides facial recognition software to the Police Department. The council will … Read more

Beach Hazards Statement for Coast, Heat Watch for Interior

A beach hazards statement is in effect through late Thursday. An increased threat of sneaker waves is expected along the Mendocino Coast. Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. Stay much farther back from the water and never turn your back on … Read more

Former Mendocino County Sheriff Tony Cravens Passes

Former Mendocino County Sheriff Anthony “Tony” Craver has died. Craver was a Marine Corps veteran, and his career with the Sheriff’s Office held a variety of positions, including seven years as Coastal Commander. He served as sheriff from 1990 until he retired in 2005. Craver passed away on Saturday in Idaho. He was 85