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FISHER TRIAL: Former Correctional Officer’s Ex-Wife Describes the Accused Molester Physically Assaulting Victim
…He hit me in the face.” “What did you do?” “I cried.” The physical abuse in the family was never reported until June 25, 2017, when an inebriated Cory Fisher and the…
Bisio Means Business, as Excitement Builds at CR
…Not the biggest maybe, but the most important. Why? Because while Humboldt State basketball serves the North Coast fans, College of the Redwoods basketball serves the local players. And that makes the…
Drug and Alcohol Deaths in 2018: Sheriff’s Office Release Report on Coroner’s Cases Last Year
Deaths related to drugs and alcohol handled by the coroner in 2018, by age and sex. Graphic: HCSO.###Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: The Humboldt County Sheriff's…
Arcata Police Tell Wild Tale of Couple’s Thievery Spree Across the Western U.S., Including Locally, Along With Said Couple’s Ultimate Downfall
PREVIOUSLY:Arcata Police Ask for Help Identifying Blurry Woman Possibly Tied to String of Recent Burglaries###From the Arcata Police Department:On February 12, 2019 at approximately 3:00 PM, officers from…
Looking for Employees? Humboldt County’s Inmate Reentry Fair is Next Month
…HCSO.Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: Local businesses and organizations are invited to join the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office for this year’s inmate Reentry Fair.The…
Fortuna Man Wanted for Attempted Murder Arrested in Medford
From the Jackson County (Oregon) Sheriff's Office: A man wanted for attempted murder in Fortuna, California, is now lodged in the Jackson County jail. Local members of the Pacific Northwest Violent…
Eureka High Kids Will Be On Strike for the Climate Today, Too
PREVIOUSLY:Arcata High Students Will Participate in Tomorrow’s Global Youth Climate Strike### Press release from Eureka High Students participating in the Global Youth Climate Strike:Eureka High School students plan to…
Soldier Testifies to a Decade of Abuse at the Hands of Former Corrections Officer, Accused Child Molester Cory Fisher
…This story contains graphic descriptions of the sexual abuse of a child.###The first of former Correctional Officer Cory Jordan Fisher’s six alleged victims took the witness stand Thursday to describe…
Loggers Win Another Close One at Shasta Tournament
The Eureka Loggers won another close game in baseball on Thursday afternoon, holding on to beat Red Bluff by a score of 3-2 to open the Shasta tournament. Playing their first…
Fishermen Find Unmanned Jet Ski Floating in Humboldt Bay; Coast Guard Wants to Know if Someone was Seen Riding It
…A local fishing vessel reported this personal craft floating, unmanned, in the Humboldt Bay in the vicinity of channel marker #7.We request assistance from anyone who might have observed this vessel…
Eureka City Council: Ordinance to Allow On-Site Weed Smoking, City Cannabis Equity Program on Tuesday’s Agenda
…From the ordinance:The City of Eureka recognizes the impact that the past criminalization of cannabis had on Eureka residents and have recognized the need for the creation of an equity program…
Eureka Police Will Step Up Patrols Sunday Night, Because Apparently People Still Go Out and Get Messed Up on St. Patrick’s Day
…Pixabay.From the Eureka Police Department:St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by millions across the country, often culminating in parties where drinking is involved. Sadly, this leads to tragedies on our…
Couple Spend Night in Devil’s Hole on Trinity River After Chasing Their Dog Down a Cliff; Rescuers Eventually Kayak Them to Safety
…The couple attempted to get their injured dog but upon getting down the cliff were unable to climb back out due to the steep terrain and how wet the area was. The…
2018 Car Theft Statistics! Sheriff’s Office Says We Stole a Car and a Half Each Day Last Year, On Average
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office:Humboldt County saw a decline in the number of stolen vehicles reported in 2018. In 2017, there were 721 reported stolen vehicles in…
HSU Announces the Retirement of Vice President Craig Wruck
…Craig Wruck | From TwitterTo the University community:I am writing to share the news that Craig Wruck, who has served as Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director of the HSU…
State Transportation Commission Awards Another $40 Million to Last Chance Grade Project
Last Chance Grade, the failing section of Highway 101 south of Crescent City. Photo: Caltrans.PREVIOUSLY:LAST CHANCE GRADE: North Coast State, Federal Reps Back Caltrans Plan to Ask for $40 Million…
Arcata High Students Will Participate in Tomorrow’s Global Youth Climate Strike
Press release from Arcata High students who have organized to participate in the Global Youth Climate Strike:Local high school students plan to participate in the Global Youth Climate Strike on Friday…
OBITUARY: Kathy Very Ehnebuske, 1953-2019
Kathy left this world on February 20, 2019 in the same way she lived in it, with great integrity, courage and love.Kathy lived her early years surrounded by her extended family…
OBITUARY: Kari Dee Holmberg, 1971-2019
…at Moonstone Beach, Merryman's Beach House, 100 Moonstone Beach Rd., Trinidad.###The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Kari Holmberg's family. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries of Humboldt…
Experienced Panthers Embrace High Expectations This Season
Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – The McKinleyville Panthers will host a five-team tournament this weekend, with the action getting under way on Friday.The McKinleyville Panthers aren’t shying away from expectations…
Young Crusaders Eager to Compete for Little 4
Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – Senior pitcher Ally Del Grande is back to lead the Crusaders this season.With just three seniors and a pair of juniors on hand, the St. Bernard’s…
Eureka Bats Come Out Firing at Lower Lake
The Loggers had a big day at the plate in a softball doubleheader at Lower Lake on Tuesday, winning both games by scores of 12-8 and 12-0. Alexa Moorehouse pitched…
Defense Will Be Key for Fortuna Girls in 2019
Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com – Pitcher Jackie Duncan is one of several key seniors back for the Fortuna Huskies in 2019.Defense is going to be key for the Fortuna Huskies in softball…
APD: We Won’t Stop Investigating the Josiah Lawson Murder
…The Arcata Police Department's goal is to present an investigation to the District Attorney that will meet the standard required by law for prosecution. We respect the decisions that have been…
HSU President Responds to DA’s Lawson Case Announcement
A small group of Justice of Josiah protesters gathered in front of the Humboldt County Courthouse after Wednesday’s announcement | Photo: Andrew GoffEARLIER: DA: Grand Jury Declines to Indict Anyone in David…
Ferndale Mustangs Enjoy a Season for the Ages
Submitted photos – The Ferndale Mustangs are coming off a hugely successful season that saw them win three tournaments and close out with a record of 21-1.It’s been a good…
Sheriff’s Bomb Squad Deactivates Weird Marine Flare Someone Found on the Beach
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On March 13, 2019, at about 11:30 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the area of the Fairhaven…
Three Vehicles Stolen From Fortuna Neighborhood Since Yesterday; One Found Submerged in Van Duzen River
Fortuna Police Department press release:Fortuna Police are investigating the theft of three vehicles from the Campton Heights area of Fortuna since yesterday afternoon. The first vehicle reported as being stolen is…
DA: Grand Jury Declines to Indict Anyone in David Josiah Lawson Case
…By law, the process included the opportunity for the Grand Jury to subpoena evidence and witnesses.On March 13, the Grand Jury declined to indict any person in the stabbing death of…
Governor Newsom Halts Death Penalty in California, Closes San Quentin Execution Chamber
…Gavin Newsom signed an executive order today putting a moratorium on the death penalty in California and shuttering the execution chamber at San Quentin, a move that overrides a decision the state…