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Attempted Burglary at Eureka-Based Cannabis Distro

April 22, 2025

An attempted burglary at a Eureka cannabis distribution center in the early hours of April 22 was swiftly thwarted thanks to robust security systems and a rapid response from multiple law enforcement agencies, leading to several arrests. Lisa Music reports.

Rally Unites South-easterners Around Democracy, Justice, and Resistance

April 21, 2025

Lynn Shoemaker, founder of Women Organizing for Wilmington and President of the Southeastern North Carolina Central Labor Council, delivered a fiery opening speech on the steps of Thalian Hall. This weekend in Wilmington, North Carolina, hundreds gathered in front of a historic theater—not for a show, but for a rally…

The First Decent – The Klamath Runs Free

April 15, 2025

This summer a group of indigenous youth will ride the Klamath River from source to see, the first event of its kind in over 100 years, now possible because of the removal of four dams on the river. “The First Decent” is a 30 day, 400 mile trek; a celebration of the freeing of the Klamath.

Humboldt County ‘Sets a Record’ in Cannabis Permitting

April 14, 2025

In a first, Humboldt County’s Planning Commission has approved five inter-related cannabis cultivation projects in a single action. Daniel Mintz reports…

CR to Ditch Problematic Mascot, Seeks Community Input

April 10, 2025

College of the Redwoods is on the path to retiring its long-standing Corsairs mascot—an identity school officials say no longer reflects local values or history. As the institution works to adopt a new symbol, tribal partnerships and community feedback are playing a central role in shaping what comes next. Lauren…

Avelo Airlines Faces Backlash Over Deportation Contract as Humboldt Air Travel Soars

April 9, 2025

By Lauren Schmitt, KMUD News Visit California, a nonprofit organization that promotes the state as a premier tourist destination, has revised its 2025 travel forecast, citing “shifting sentiment” from foreign travelers. In a letter to industry partners, Visit California wrote:“At the beginning of the year, spending was expected to grow…

Mendocino County Seeking Volunteers for Civil Grand Jury

April 3, 2025

Mendocino County invites citizens to serve on a unique civil grand jury that provides critical oversight of local government operations. Lisa Music reports.

LIHEAP Federal Staffing Crisis Threatens Energy Assistance for Vulnerable Residents

April 3, 2025

Federal worker layoffs threaten the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, potentially leaving some Humboldt County residents without critical utility support. Lisa Music reports. 

Eureka Council Affirms Permit for Rehab Facility

April 3, 2025

The Eureka City Council has upheld a permit for a substance use recovery center in the city’s Henderson Center area. Daniel Mintz reports.

Huffman Town Hall’s Most Contentious Issue is Gaza War

April 2, 2025

By Lauren Schmitt and Daniel Mintz KMUD News North Coast Congressman Jared Huffman hosted a town hall at the Adorni Center in Eureka on March 30, where a packed audience raised concerns about federal program cuts, public safety funding, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Though the congressman opened the…