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At DEA Hearing in Virginia, Sheriff Honsal Will Testify Against Cannabis Rescheduling on Behalf of Nebraska, Idaho and Indiana
Ryan Burns / July 14, 2026, 12:31 p.m. / Cannabis , Government
OBITUARY: JoAnn Turretto, 1962-2026
LoCO Staff / July 14, 2026, 6:57 a.m. / Obits
OBITUARY: Arthur Bettini, 1938-2026
LoCO Staff / July 14, 2026, 6:56 a.m. / Obits
… community college history courses of its era. It transformed the entire state into a classroom. Students traveled more than 1,500 miles to more than 30 locations, visiting the birthplace …
Murder Case Can Proceed Against Hoopa Stabbing Suspect, Despite Self-Defense Argument
Sage Alexander / July 13, 2026, 3:36 p.m. / Courts
The Vast Majority of Arcata Residents Think Housing There is Too Expensive, Survey Says
Dezmond Remington / July 13, 2026, 1:18 p.m. / Housing
All Evacuations Lifted as Mile Post 16 Fire Reaches 100% Containment; Two-Way Traffic Should Be Restored on Hwy. 96 Later This Afternoon
LoCO Staff / July 13, 2026, 11:44 a.m. / Fire
… into the evening and a goal of restoring two-way traffic by about 1:00 p.m. Monday, although this timeline may change depending on conditions on the ground. Travelers should expect delays, follow all traffic control …
Mile Post 16 Fire Hits 104 Acres With 85% Containment; Evacuation Warnings Still in Effect
LoCO Staff / July 12, 2026, 11:30 a.m. / Fire
… containment objectives.Additional traffic information fromCaltrans District 1:ROUTE 96 FIRE UPDATE – Sunday, July 12 – 11 a.m.: Route 96 remains OPEN under one-way traffic control between Hoopa and Weitchpec …
Ultra-Endurance Swimmer Catherine Breed, Who is Currently Swimming Down the Entire Length of the California Coast, Will Stop at Woodley Island Today for a Public Event
LoCO Staff / July 11, 2026, 1:50 p.m. / LoCO Sports!
Another Dead Humpback Whale Found on Humboldt Beach
Isabella Vanderheiden / July 11, 2026, 10:16 a.m. / Ocean , Wildlife
THE ECONEWS REPORT: Eureka Cops Argue for Safer Streets
The EcoNews Report / July 11, 2026, 10 a.m. / Safety , Traffic
Mile Post 16 Fire Reaches 80% Containment; Evacuation Warnings Remain in Effect
LoCO Staff / July 11, 2026, 9:47 a.m. / Fire
Anti-Amazon Initiative Falls to Qualify for November Ballot
LoCO Staff / July 11, 2026, 8:54 a.m. / Elections
HUMBOLDT HISTORY: Stitching Lives Together With the Ladies of the Works Progress Administration
Jean Olson / July 11, 2026, 7:30 a.m. / History
OBITUARY: Edward Cox, 1947-2026
LoCO Staff / July 11, 2026, 6:56 a.m. / Obits
… loved good Mexican food, and was known for his chili verde and old fashioned tacos. But as much as he loved all of these experiences and adventures, everyone who truly knew Ed knew that his No. 1 love …
Arcata Jan. 2 Fire Cleanup to Begin Before the End of July
Dezmond Remington / July 10, 2026, 4:29 p.m. / Environment , Fire
California Supreme Court Affirms That Sheriff Oversight is Legal as Proponents Push for Initiative in Humboldt County
Sage Alexander / July 10, 2026, 4:14 p.m. / Courts
Phone Lines Are Down at Several Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Facilities
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 3:34 p.m. / Technology
Local Conservation Groups are Set to Sue the Trump Administration Over Its Redefinition of ‘Harm’ in the Endangered Species Act
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 1:40 p.m. / Environment , Government
A $1.3 Billion Bay Area Investment Firm Bought an Arcata Apartment Complex — And Hired Another Massive Company to Manage It
Dezmond Remington / July 10, 2026, 12:04 p.m. / Housing
… A $1.3 Billion Bay Area Investment Firm Bought an Arcata Apartment Complex — And Hired Another Massive Company to Manage It Several buildings in the Woodridge Apartments complex …
Where Should New Homes Be Built in Eureka? Staff Are Seeking Public Input on the City’s Housing Element, Which Will Guide New Development in Eureka Through 2035
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 11:20 a.m. / Housing , Local Government
… -offs, and share ideas about Eureka's housing future. Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Time: Arrive anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 Location: Wharfinger Building, 1 Marina Way, Eureka, CA 95501 This event is kid …
FIRE UPDATE: Route 96 Reopens to One-Way Traffic as Mile Post 16 Fire Reaches 68% Containment; Evacuation Warnings Remain in Effect
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 9:20 a.m. / Fire
GUEST OPINION: Why We Need More Candidates to Run for Office
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 7 a.m. / Elections , Guest Opinion
OBITUARY: Joan Sanborn, 1927-2026
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 6:57 a.m. / Obits
OBITUARY: Connie Jones, 1954-2026
LoCO Staff / July 10, 2026, 6:56 a.m. / Obits
Humboldt County Coroner Outsources Autopsy Services at ‘Significantly Higher Cost’ Due to Shortage of Forensic Pathologists
Ryan Burns / July 9, 2026, 1:58 p.m. / Local Government
(VIDEO) FIRE UPDATE: Evacuation Warnings, Road Closures Remain in Effect for Mile Post 16 Fire Near Hoopa; No Structures Threatened
Isabella Vanderheiden / July 9, 2026, 12:05 p.m. / Fire
… CalFire.Hwy. 96 will remain closed between Hoopa and Weitchpec overnight to accommodate fire suppression operations and reduce hazards along the roadway, according to Caltrans District 1. Maintenance …
Missing 77-Year-Old Man Found Deceased Near McKinleyville Neighborhood, Sheriff’s Office Says
LoCO Staff / July 9, 2026, 11:37 a.m. / Missing
Humboldt County Launches ‘Vision Zero Action Plan’ to Combat Fatal Traffic Collisions; Road Safety Demos Coming to Arcata, Eureka, Ferndale and Fortuna
LoCO Staff / July 9, 2026, 10:10 a.m. / Infrastructure , Traffic
… 20 and 21. Come by at the locations and times below to see additional information and discuss safety projects.Ferndale - Monday 7/20 from 4-7 PM along 5th Ave.Eureka - Tuesday 7/21 from 12:30-1 …
Want to Run for Local Office? Your Chance to Declare Candidacy for Seats Across Humboldt County is Fast Approaching
LoCO Staff / July 9, 2026, 10:02 a.m. / Elections
OBITUARY: Donna Timmerman, 1954-2026
LoCO Staff / July 9, 2026, 6:58 a.m. / Obits
