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Citing Eureka and Arcata, Medical Marijuana Advocacy Group Sues Federal Government
As of today, the Department of Justice is getting some blowback on its concerted supercrackdown against California's medical marijuana laws. Americans for Safe Access — a national organization that advocates for reform…
Famed Humboldt County Educator Sarie Toste Passes Away
…Toste started the program while serving as superintendent of Pacific Union School; since then, it has been adapted by schools around the region. In 2007, Rep. Mike Thompson placed a proclamation honoring…
Occupy March/Demonstration Planned for Today; Audio of Harpham, Occupier Alex Krug on KSLG
There will be an Occupy-related march from Arcata to Eureka this afternoon — an Arcata and HSU show of solidarity with the bust-up of the Occupy Eureka demostration on the courthouse…
Big Bust in Garberville
…The odor appeared to be emanating from the Suburban pulling the trailer. The deputy continued following the vehicle and the smell continued, confirming the deputy’s suspicion of where the smell was…
Occupy Eureka Has Been Raided
The Eureka Police Department, with some backup from the Sheriff's Office and the Arcata Police Department, took down the occupation of the courthouse lawn early this morning. KIEM News, which got…
Inspector Cluzo to Play the Jambalaya
…Ingrooves will release on October 18th a special deluxe edition of the first album "The Inspector Cluzo", including the singles "Two Days", "Fuck The Bass Player", ft Norwood Fisher from Fishbone and…
Water Main Meltdown Dries Eureka Taps
…On 11/5/11, during the early morning hours, two water mains in the City of Eureka broke resulting in low, or no, water pressure for many Eureka residents. The City of…
To Credit Union or Not to Credit Union? That is the Question
Today is officially bank transfer day—-The day when folk who feel that big banks have gotten too big and too unresponsive move their money to small local banks (less than $1…
Is the City of Arcata Getting Ready to Blow Up the Waste Management Authority?
The fire-and-brimstone, squid-v.-whale, struggle-to-the-death war between the Arcata Community Recycling Center and the Humboldt Waste Management Authority — a nonprofit agency and a government agency, respectively…
Today’s EPD Crime Dump Against Occupy Eureka
…At about 10:04 am, the Eureka Police Department responded to the “Occupy Eureka” campsite at the Humboldt County Courthouse for an assault report. Officers contacted members of the media, who had…
‘Anonymous’ Backs Off Threat Against Zetas
John Matthews' Guest of the Week: Barrett Brown, who is often the public face of the hacker collective known as Anonymous, talks about a planned cyber attack on one of the most…
Vandals Steal Children's Innocence
Vandalism at the snack booth in Redway discouraged both dedicated volunteers and community children. This last week, the Redwood Times printed a letter from Gina Paine, Southern Humboldt Youth Soccer Representative, she…
Concerned About GMO's?
…Come out and learn about GMOs, pledge to gather signatures to get the 2012 GMO Mandatory Labeling Initiative on the ballot, and help us plan fundraisers with an emphasis on fun. We…
Small Claims Court Orders Dispensary to Pay Grower
…There was no dispute as to the amounts owed or the due date of the compensation, but after more than 30 days without reimbursement, and with the collective closing shop and moving…
Natural History Museum's Earth Science Day
Looking for a FREE outing with the kids and family? On November 12th, 2011 from 11am to 3pm, Humboldt State University and the Geoscience Capstone Project will present their first Earth Science…
In Studio: Bee Eaters 11-2-11
…Now based in Boston and with hammered dulcimer prodigy Simon Chrisman, the Bee Eaters share company with the likes of Darol Anger, Mike Marshall, Natalie MacMaster, and other heavy hitters in the…
EPD Busts Starbucks Cream Thief, and He’s An Occupier
…The request was declined and the subject stepped away from the counter. As the subject exited the store, he stole a carafe of cream from a counter and left the store. The…
Humboldt with Leaf Shaped Glasses
Coming to Humboldt? Want to know what to do? And you have an interest in the cannabis aspects of the county? You wouldn't believe how often I get asked to provide…
Is the EPD Going to Shut Down Occupy the Courthouse Lawn?
Tom Sebourn is at the scene; he says that Councilmember Linda Atkins is telling demonstrators that the Eureka Police Department going to be moving in soon: http://tomsebourn.blogspot.com/2011/11…
Your November Arts Alive! Layar Guide is Ready
I hope all y'all are hyped for November Arts Alive! this weekend! Word on the street is that Eureka's newest drunkery — The Speakeasy, a supercool-looking bar in Opera Alley…
Sentiments Similar to ‘Wall Street Has Blood on Their Hands’
…The subject with the stick was reported to have been using it to bang on the front glass doors of the bank. While officers were at US Bank, it was reported that…
LAST GASP: Arcata Community Recycling Center Sues Humboldt Waste Management Authority
Yesterday, the storied Arcata Community Recycling Center announced that it would be going out of business come January. Today comes news that simultaneously, or on its way out the door, it filed…
From Sharks to Birds: Attacks and Protection in the Ocean
…Anna Weinstein of the Audubon Society blogged last month about her tour through proposed protected areas along the North Coast, admiring the views, the abundant wildlife and the opportunity to safeguard an…
Ferndale/Fortuna Milk Can Stolen
John Matthews' Guest of the Week: Ferndale High School Principal Jack Lakin talks about the The Milk Can being stolen from its current home in the Cream City late Sunday night or…
The Arcata Community Recycling Center is Dead
…For newcomers to the story: The closure of the Arcata Community Recycling Center is the culmination of a couple of things. One: The center borrowed a bunch of money on very bad…
Safe Bike Commuiting
Happy Trails: Cliff and Emily talk with Rick Knapp of the Humboldt Bay Bicycle Commuters Association about bike safety in Eureka with the rash of bike vs car accidents lately. Audio
A Closer Look at One Recent Bust
…AS THE DINSMORE case of 39 arrests unfold and the Feds grind down the legal and California-compliant 99-plant Northstone Organics Cooperative, Humboldt officials, meanwhile, are looking at a surprisingly quick…
In Studio: Ryan Montbleau Band
…A Vanderbilt-educated former substitute teacher, Ryan Montbleau himself has studied with some of the best jazz guitarists in the world. Audio RMB appeared on Larry Trask's afternoon programme for their…
More Info on Missing Woman, Jaymie Ritchey of Redway
…The Humboldt County Sheriffs office is seeking the public help in locating a High Risk missing person. The Sheriff’s office is seeking the publics help in locating Jaymie Christine Ritchey, 41…
Rep. Mike Thompson, Others Protest Fed Crackdown on Medical Marijuana
Thompson and eight other members of the House of Representatives' California delegation have sent President Barack Obama a forceful letter regarding the concerted medical marijuana crackdown announced by the state's U…