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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.
Two unrelated homicide investigations are unfolding in Mendocino County, each linked to separate cannabis grow operations in remote areas. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may help solve these cases. Lauren Schmitt… MCSO Press Releases: COVELO CASE: On Wednesday 05/14/2025 at approximately 9:01 P.M.,…
Two U-Haul box trucks were destroyed in a fire early this Friday, morning near Heindon Road in Arcata. According to the Arcata Fire District, crews were dispatched just after 1 a.m. to reports of a vehicle fire near Giuntoli Lane and Janes Road. Firefighters from the nearby Mad River station…
Congressman Jared Huffman (D-CA) shares insights from his recent town hall in California’s 3rd District, a Republican stronghold. He emphasizes the importance of civic dialogue and criticizes the trend of some GOP lawmakers avoiding such engagements. Huffman also discusses his opposition to a recent bill passed by the House Natural…
Humboldt County’s budget struggles are hampering its ability to pay competitive wages and prosecution and defense attorneys have described the consequences to the Board of Supervisors. Daniel Mintz reports…. County Attorneys Say Staffing Crisis Is “Beyond the Pale” as Burnout Grows By Daniel Mintz | KMUD News At the May…
In this month’s County Conversations, KMUD News sat down with Humboldt County 2nd District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell for an update on local issues, from rebuilding the Garberville Veterans Memorial Hall to managing wildfire risks tied to homeless encampments. Veterans Memorial Hall Rebuild ApprovedThe Board of Supervisors recently approved, by a…