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MCSO: Two Humboldt County Men Arrested for U-Haul Burglary
…The homeowner was able to see two male adults inside the U-Haul.The U-Haul left the area and the homeowner realized the residence had just been burglarized and there were…
Deputies Chase Motorcycle Through College of the Redwoods and Beyond
…The deputy began checking the area for the motorcyclists. The deputy saw two motorcyclists matching the description provided in the area of Singly Hill Road and the Casino. As the motorcyclists turned…
Anonymous Donor Gives Sheriff’s Department Over $9000 to Buy Tasers
Humboldt County Sheriff press release, Sheriff Michael Downey is pleased to announce that on 10-17-2014, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office received a $9,600.00 check from an anonymous…
City of Arcata, Police Chief and City Manager Sued for Closing Redwood Park on 420
…Allen, who was the director of the county's first medical cannabis dispensary, the Humboldt Medical Cannabis Center. The suit alleges that, in the wake of the 2009 episode of the A…
Local Doctor Launches Project Aimed at Transforming the Way We Approach Death
…While there he recognized that the health care system was missing the forest for the trees. "I realized that people weren’t being seen for the people they are but the problems…
(UPDATED) Early Morning Fatality on Highway 299
…The driver and only occupant of the vehicle sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. The driver was wearing his seatbelt and the vehicle’s air bags were deployed. DUI as…
[UPDATED] Pair of Inmates Walk Off From Work Crew Near Broadway in Eureka
…The Correctional Officer searched the immediate area for the missing inmates with no success. Eureka Police was notified and responded to assist with the search for the inmates who are now facing…
Get Ready For Simulated Catastrophe! The Great American Shakeout Happens This Morning
…Did you feel it? @ShakeOut #DropCoverHoldOn — Phillip Smith-Hanes (@HumCAO) October 16, 2014 The National Weather Service sends along a note reminding the Outpost that their big drill is not today, but…
[Now With PHOTOS] Semi Rollover North of Leggett Closes Lane on Hwy 101
…For reasons still under investigation, Simmons was unable to negotiate the curvature of the roadway. The Peterbuilt truck and trailer traveled off of the east roadway edge, and subsequently overturned, partially blocking…
Fire Crews Save Marijuana Harvest [Dog Found]
…The Humboldt County Sheriff's Department was on the scene briefly. LOST DOG: A dog, the pet of the renter, fled during the incident. Her owner is looking for Star now. Star…
Skateboarder Injured Last Week Succumbs to Injuries
…The driver of the vehicle Busch collided with was evaluated, but no signs of impairment were observed. The Eureka Police Department is asking anyone who witnessed the collision to please contact Senior…
Ax-toting Fellow Arrested After Struggle, Says Sheriff’s Office
…After dropping the axe he tried to walk away from the deputies. When the deputies attempted to take him into custody he resisted their efforts. Anderson was transported to the Humboldt County…
Burglar Alarm Alerts EPD to 138 Lbs. of Weed, and Hash, and Guns
From the Eureka Police Department: In the early morning hours of 10/15/14, the Eureka Police Department received a call regarding an audible burglary alarm in the 400 block of Cooper…
Sheriff’s Office Investigating High School Sexual Assault Case
…The incident referenced in this case would have occurred after the Fortuna Huskies game against the Eureka Loggers on Saturday. From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On 10-13-2014, at…
Hey HumCo, You’re Looking Pretty Great In This Mountain Bike Video
…From Paradise Royal in the King range to the Arcata Ridge trail above Sunnybrae, Humboldt is "A Mountain Biker's Dream." "We hit the road with Humbolt (sic) local Tsering Alleyne and…
Human Remains Eaten by Bear in Southern Humboldt
A well-known Southern Humboldt man's death is the subject of an investigation by the Humboldt County Coroner's Office and the Department of Fish and Wildlife. According to Deputy Coroner…
Brad Pitt in the Redwoods
Remember when Brad Pitt came to Humboldt for a magazine photo shoot? Want to see the results? Details magazine (with article titles like "Hot New Homes: Why Just Drink Wine When You…
Fire Fighter Medivacked to Redding Yesterday, Injured During Prescribed Burn
…At approximately 2:20 pm, firefighters were burning off of a handline when the winds slightly switched direction across the line causing several spot fires outside of the unit. Due to the…
Slip Sliding Away: Road Conditions in Humboldt County
…Slow down in the rain and be cautious. We want you to get home safely.
[UPDATE] It’s Time to Remember How to Drive in the Rain
…We are currently at the scene of multiple collisions on US-101 in the area Tompkins Hill (College of the Redwoods). Heavy rain and wet roadways combined with unsafe vehicle speed are…
(UPDATED) Suspicious Death Being Investigated; Decomposed Body Found Near Garberville
…The gender and identity of the deceased, along with the cause of death has not been determined due to the body’s decomposition. An autopsy is being scheduled in the near future…
(UPDATE) HSU Students Protest In Support of Fired Faculty (VIDEO)
…Yesterday, LoCO received an email stating that today’s action was in response to “the unjust firing” of Dr. Jaquelyn Bolman, the director of the INSERP/STEM program, ”one of the few…
Here’s Why You Should Vote Against Measure P, Even If You Hate GMOs
The following Op-ed was submitted by HSU biology professor Mark Wilson. ### Even if you are against the use of GMOs (genetically modified organisms), you shouldn't support Measure P because the…
What Jousting Looks Like From Above (VIDEO)
Those who attended either of the pair of dueling medieval festivals last weekend got an opportunity gawk at shining-armored knights fake beating ye olde piss from each other. Huzzah! But I…
[UPDATE—Second Party in Crash Named] Sheriff’s Office and CHP Still Investigating Death of Southern Humboldt Man
…Here is the press release for the Oct. 5th incident on Buck Mountain Rd. CHP will be completing the investigation of this incident. I’ve attached a PDF of the release. On…
Well-liked Southern Humboldt Man Discovered Dead
…An avid motorcycle rider, Walker belonged to the Eureka Chapter of Old Coots on Scoots. Memorial: Friend and fellow Kiwanis member Danielle Young explained that a memorial is in the works. The…
Rain, Showers, Wet Stuff
Graphic from the US National Weather Service in Eureka's Facebook page—if you don't follow it, you should. The US National Weather Service in Eureka is predicting "[b]rief heavy…
Two SoHum Residents Arrested With Traveling Trim Trailer
…While speaking with the occupants, the officer smelled the strong odor of green marijuana emanating from the U-Haul trailer. During the subsequent search of the trailer, officers located 39 plastic tubs…
Heading Through Willits Tonight? Expect Delays
…Due to urgent work site needs, a lane closure will be in effect starting at 6pm and will last into the night tonight. If you are traveling on 101 south of Willits…
Double Your Pleasure, Double Your BOOM
LoCO received more than the requisite two reports that a pair of sizable mystery booms boomed just after midnight near Eureka High. That's all. It's late. We're just gonna…