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Humboldt Supes Revisit Cannabis Grant Program

August 28, 2025

Issues of fairness drove a Humboldt County Board of Supervisors decision to change the county’s Project Trellis program. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Public Affairs: Obon Festival Held in Arcata 8/17

August 27, 2025

On August 17th, the 4th annual Obon Festival was held by Humboldt Asians and Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (HAPI) in the Creamery District of Arcata. Nat Cardos reports.

CA State Senate Passes New Senate Resolution to investigate the state’s crude oil business.

August 26, 2025

In a unanimous 38-0 vote, the California State Senate has passed Senate Resolution 51, calling for a full investigation into the state’s reliance on crude oil extracted from the Amazon rainforest. Jordan Pangelinan Reports… Website: https://amazonwatch.org/

Humboldt Supes Narrowly Approve New Lighting Regs

August 21, 2025

Control of lighting is set forth in a new Humboldt County ordinance approved in a split voted of the Board of Supervisors. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Centro Del Pueblo hosts Sanctuary Day Aug 23rd

August 21, 2025

In a continued show of support for immigrant communities and inclusive local policy, Centro Del Pueblo will host “Sanctuary Day” this Saturday, August 23, celebrating Humboldt County’s Sanctuary Ordinance with a day of cultural events, community action, and shighlighting the county’s commitment to protecting all residents, regardless of immigration status.…

Southern Humboldt’s new Acupuncturist brings in new practices

August 19, 2025

Kevin Craft, a licensed acupuncturist, recently joined the local medical community, bringing with him an integrative approach that combines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Western orthopedic practices. Drawing from his background in sports medicine and his global experiences in countries like China and Korea, Craft bridges Eastern and Western modalities…

Plan to Save Spotted Owl in Jeopardy

August 14, 2025

The future of the Northern Spotted Owls, which has been close to extinction for decades, was plunged into further doubt recently by a bipartisan resolution being proposed in the US House of Representatives. Photo: Threatened northern spotted owl (Strix occidentalis caurina)” by USFWS Endangered Species is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

AG: “St.Joseph’s Putting Women in Harm’s Way”

August 12, 2025

St. Joseph’s Hospital has filed a motion with the California Superior Court asking to be released from a prior agreement where the hospital guaranteed that pregnant women would be able to access life-saving emergency abortion care. The California Attorney General wants the court to deny the motion, saying the hospital…

Humboldt’s GHG Decline and Status as a ‘Carbon Sink’ Complicate New Plan

August 12, 2025

Humboldt County is facing some challenges as it produces a sweeping plan to reduce carbon emissions. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Southern Humboldt Food Pantry Offers Support Throughout August

August 12, 2025

Families in need across Southern Humboldt can count on extra support this August, as the Southern Humboldt Food Pantry ramps up its efforts to provide essential groceries and resources to the community all month long. Jordan Pangelinan spoke with Michelle Poge outreach cordinator for CalFresh to learn more about this…