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Pride flags are now flying on local government buildings across Humboldt County, with the City of Arcata raising its flag on Monday and the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors following on Tuesday during a formal proclamation ceremony. The Board officially declared June as Pride Month, recognizing the history, contributions, and…
Facing a critical shortage of medical and mental health providers, Humboldt County will bring together community leaders, residents, and health experts on Thursday, June 5, to confront the far-reaching impacts of limited healthcare access on the region’s economy, workforce, and overall well-being. Moderator(s): Dr. Jeremy Clark, Organization Development & Effectiveness Manager, County…
A deadly landslide near Carlotta has shut down Highway 36 indefinitely. The victim, 58-year-old Rodrigo Reyna-Sanchez, was a former Eureka Police sergeant working for a local contractor on a Caltrans emergency project. Lauren Schmitt reports…
Tonight on County Conversation, we’re bringing you something a little different. Instead of our usual monthly check-in, 5th District Supervisor Steve Madrone sat down with the Hoopa High School Youth News Team for a special classroom conversation. Supervisor Madrone represents Humboldt County’s 5th District, which includes a wide range of…
The long-anticipated merger between Vocality Community Credit Union and Community First Credit Union officially launched today, promising easier access to digital banking services. While CFCU leadership highlighted new resources and expanded capabilities, some former Vocality members report confusion, long wait times, and account access issues during the transition. Jordan Pangelinan…
Who bombed Judi Bari? It’s a question that still lingers, 35 years after the infamous car bombing that shook the environmental movement. This week marks three and a half decades since that pivotal day. Lauren Schmitt reports… (see extended report below) Thirty-five years ago, Judi Bari and Darryl Cherney were…
Two small fires in the Alderpoint area were likely caused by downed power lines, prompting a response from local volunteer fire departments and CAL FIRE. Jeremy Ward, Battalion Chief with CAL FIRE’s Humboldt–Del Norte Unit, provided KMUD News with an overview of the incidents. “Earlier today, there was a report…
In a narrow vote, Eureka’s controversial anti-camping ordinance failed to gain city council approval. Daniel Mintz reports…
In its largest operation to date, the state’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force conducted an operation in the Central Valley, leading to the seizure of 22,000 pounds of processed cannabis and 105,000 plants.
Recently the Klamath River Fund Announced $1.2 Million in Grants to Support Klamath Basin Restoration and Resilience. We spoke to Craig Tucker at the Humboldt Area Foundation about the Fund which sprang out of the historic Klamath Dam removals.