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‘Providence Must Follow the Law’: At the Humboldt Reproductive Health Care Rally Before the Latest California vs. St. Joseph Hospital Hearing
Anna Nusslock speaks to supporters on the steps of the Humboldt County Courthouse on Friday | Photos: Andrew Goff As we write, dozens of people are crammed into a Humboldt County courtroom for…
Online Sales Taxes are Making Up for Arcata’s Lagging in-Person Sales Taxes
Arcata’s in-person sales tax revenues have dropped over the last several years, but income from state and county pools, made up of taxes collected from online purchases, are compensating for…
How Trump’s Drastic K-12 Plans Will — and Won’t — Change California Schools
…But the other threats may also have equally serious consequences, particularly for the most vulnerable students, Morales said. With the proposed elimination of the Department of Education, Morales worries about disruptions to…
Should Builders Permit Their Own Projects? Post-Fire LA Considers a Radical Idea
The aftermath of the Palisades Fire, as clean-ups and infrastructure repairs begin, in Pacific Palisades, on Jan. 14, 2025. Photo by Ted Soqui for CalMattersThe speedy processing of building permit applications…
OBITUARY: Brian Wayne Billings, 1985-2025
…Burial immediately following to be held at Bald Hill Family Cemetery and Reception will be at the Fire Hall. Arrangements are under the care of Paul's Chapel, Arcata.###The obituary above…
POLL! Roads or Public Transit?! How Would You Spend the Estimated $24 Million Humboldt County Will Generate Through Measure O Revenues?
…Supervisors Debate How to Prioritize Spending Revenues From Measure O, the New Countywide Sales Tax "Like Rex said! The roads suck! Give all the money to the roads crews!" "Humboldt County's…
‘Our Roads Absolutely Suck’: Supervisors Debate How to Prioritize Spending Revenues From Measure O, the New Countywide Sales Tax
…Way back in July, when the board unanimously agreed to put Measure O on the ballot, it promised to appoint a "Funding Workgroup," or ad hoc committee, with representatives from the county…
Eureka Joann Fabrics One of Hundreds Across the Country Slated For Closure
…They may be in mourning after news that the Eureka Joann Fabrics is one of the chain’s roughly 500 locations slated for closing. Wednesday's announcement from Joann Fabrics comes nearly…
California City Makes ‘Aiding’ or ‘Abetting’ a Homeless Camp Illegal
The Fremont City Council gave final approval this week to an ordinance that bans camping throughout the entire city, while also making anyone “aiding, abetting or concealing” a homeless encampment guilty of…
California Court Rules Against Baker in Revival of Same-Sex Wedding Cake Disputes
…The ruling was based on the court’s finding that the Colorado civil rights commission handling the case had been prejudiced against the baker’s religious beliefs. The court in 2023 ruled…
OBITUARY: Kenneth Lee Rose, 1969-2025
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Lee Rose of Rio Dell. He was known by many names to those who loved him — Baby, Honey…
(AUDIO) Are You Down to Experiment With Sobriety and Gut Health, Humboldt? The Water Kefiry, a Local Ferment Factory, Would Like to Help You With That
Ivy Lucco, founder of The Water Kefiry (AUDIO) The Water Kefiry on KHUMHow's your New Year's resolution going, Humboldt? Maybe you're one of those people who said, you know…
POLL! Of All The Diseases You've Battled Since January 1, Which Has Been the Worst?
Like most people in Humboldt you have been sick six or seven times since the beginning of the year, making 2025 a strong contender for the sickest year on record.Which bout…
(PHOTOS) Get a Sneak Peak of the Mad River Grange Hall’s Brand-New Zhuzh-Up and Its Secret Old Ceiling
A few members of the Mad River Old Crows, the volunteer group leading the restoration effort. From left to right: John Bartholomew, Shawn Delaney, Jim Brown, Ron Perry, Bob Felter, Keith Morrison…
Santa Rosa City Councilmember Joins Race to Replace Sen. Mike McGuire in 2026
Hey, nice logo! Rogers for State Senate campaign sign via the candidate's Facebook page.PREVIOUSLY:Sonoma County Supervisor James Gore Gets in There Early, Announces That He Would Like to be…
BRRR! Eureka Breaks the Record For Lowest Feb. 11 Temperature Ever
It's not just you! It's legitimately colder than a rabid bull's tookus out there! (Is that a thing? Anyway…)We'll toss it over to the greatly appreciated folk…
California Mulls New Domestic Violence Protections for When an Abuser Exits Prison
Assemblymember James Ramos, part of the Select Committee On Happiness And Public Policy Outcomes, listens to a speaker during an informational hearing at the state Capitol in Sacramento on March 12, 2024…
A Former Firefighter in the Legislature Has Ideas. Will Democrats Listen?
…The Republican from Murrieta spent 35 years in the field — starting as a firefighter and paramedic for the Inglewood Fire Department and retiring as a battalion chief for the Los Angeles County…
OBITUARY: Todd Barton, 1963-2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of lifetime Garberville resident Todd Barton on December 20, 2024, at the age of 61. Todd was born on May 10, 1963…
OBITUARY: Harmony Noel Sellers, 1971-2024
…She was born at the Garberville hospital and grew up as a multi-talented and vibrant individual. In her childhood, Harmony excelled in ballet, horseback riding, music (playing the flute) and art…
TODAY in SUPES: Board OKs Agreement on Potter Valley Project Decommissioning and New Eel-Russian Diversion Facility
…Photos via PG&E.###The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors today seemed content to embrace the philosophy of "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good" as its five…
POLL! Which of Eureka's Five Starbucks Best Makes the Argument as To Why We Clearly Need a Sixth?
Adding to the list of ways America is currently peaking, Eureka, California (pop. 26,000) now has five (5) Starbucks for residents to choose from. We are doing it! But why stop…
Gutted Courses, Fewer Majors, Faculty Layoffs: Who Will Feel Cal State’s 8% Budget Cut?
…Alvarez called the planned reductions to UC and Cal State “disproportionate.”The issue is now a major concern for the leaders of the Legislature’s powerful budget committees. On Monday the chairperson…
Prop. 36 Promised ‘Mass Treatment’ for Drug Offenses. Some Counties Aren’t Ready
…While enthusiasm for the new law runs high from prosecutors and law enforcement, the machinery of government hasn’t quite caught up. The text of the measure did not spell out the…
OBITUARY: Pamela K. Barkdull, 1950-2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and teacher Pamela K. Barkdull, affectionately known as Pam, who left us peacefully during a…
OBITUARY: Edith Vivienna Norton, 1956-2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edith Vivienna Norton, born on November 1, 1956, in Hoopa, to Byron Sr and Eileen Grant. Edith passed away on February…
OBITUARY: Jay Anthony Brown, 1947-2025
…Their favorite trip was to the vintage car week in Monterey, and the crown jewel was the Monterey Historic races at Laguna Seca raceway where they could not only see the best…
OBITUARY: Betty June Nelson (Abraham) Colpitts, 1930-2025
…She enjoyed Halloween potlucks, Christmas programs, eggs hunts and Easter functions at the school her children attended there. In the summer months there were picnics on the sandy banks of the Mad…
OBITUARY: Adrienne Nicole LeRoy, 1995-2024
…Adrienne graduated from East High School, Fortuna, Class of 2013.Adrienne especially enjoyed all family gatherings, camping trips with the Madsen side of the family and trips to the Ruth Lake vacation…
[UPDATED] Anonymous ‘Students Against Nazi Extremism’ Leave Notes Threatening to Damage Tesla Vehicles in Arcata
…Heidi Grossman told the Outpost that the first report came in on Wednesday, Feb. 5, and three more reports were submitted over the next two days. One Tesla owner reported that he…