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(UPDATE) (PHOTOS/VIDEO) Sheriff’s Deputy Spots Stolen Truck, Leading to Arrest at Gunpoint Near Nilsen Feed in Eureka
…Justin Braud of the Sheriff's Office told the Outpost that he spotted a Dodge Ram 2500 pickup outside the feed store that matched the description of a vehicle involved in a…
Myers Flat Man Drowns While Surfing in Shelter Cove
Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: At about 12:15 hours on Sunday July 9th , a Humboldt County Deputy Coroner responded to Shelter Cove for the report of an…
OBITUARY: Juanita “Peta” Elder, 1958-2017
…Her favorite place in the world was the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, where they had their honeymoon. Peta was the best mother, the most amazing wife and an incredible friend. You could…
GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: Graffiti: Always with Us, for Better or Worse
…Over time, the stone acquires a hard patina on its surface, protecting it from the elements. Sandblasting removes the veneer, making it vulnerable to erosion.) Wildstyle graffiti, Verona, ItalySeems the Powers That…
UPDATE: Firefighters Battling Residential Structure Fire on Alder Drive in Fortuna
…First arriving command found a detached shed fully involved in fire with fire spreading to the main house. First arriving firefighters made a quick knock down of fire then extensive overhaul, scraping…
Man Impeding Investigation Dies From Medical Emergency After Being Released From Handcuffs, HCSO Says
…Medical personnel arrived on scene and the subject was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The identity of the deceased is being withheld until the next of kin…
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing on Highway 101 in Ukiah After Engine Fails Mid-Flight
The pilot of a small single-engine airplane made an emergency landing on Highway 101 in Ukiah this afternoon after experiencing engine problems.Engineer Waylon Hockemier of the Ukiah Valley Fire Authority…
OBITUARY: Allen B. Masterson, 1924-2017
…Allen was the last surviving member of the 1949 Arcata Fire Department crew, former President of the local Eagles chapter, and a life member of the VFW. He was preceded in death…
OBITUARY: Robert Leonard (‘Bob’) Haskin, 1944-2017
Robert "Bob" Leonard Haskin was called to heaven on June 29, 2017.He was born the eldest son of Robert and June Haskin of Auburn, Calif., born April 19, 1944. He was…
Body Found in Humboldt Bay Identified as Eureka Man
…On Sunday, July 2nd , at about 1100 in the morning, a Humboldt County Deputy Coroner responded to Waterfront Drive regarding the report of a deceased individual floating in Humboldt Bay. An autopsy…
You Can Now Check Out Sequoia Park Zoo Passes at Eureka’s Main Branch Library … For Free!
Graphic provided by the Humboldt County Library.Starting this month, you can check out free passes to the Sequoia Park Zoo, but you'll need a library card.The Humboldt County Library…
(VIDEO) Eureka Man Receives Citizen’s Distinguished Service Award for Saving 11-Year-Old Girl from Brutal Assault by Her Mother at Centerville Beach
…The little girl is now healing and staying with her sisters at a relative's house out of the area. Marciel says, "I hope the best for her, I want the world…
THE SPIT GROWS UP: Peninsula Community Services District Takes Another Step Toward the Ballot
A map of the dreamed-for Peninsula Community Services District, while could soon be put to a vote.Described by a supporter as bold and innovative, a plan to create a new…
Eureka Kmart to Close in Early October
…Among the fallen is the Kmart located on Broadway at the south end of Eureka. "Today, we will initiate the closing of an additional eight Sears and 35 Kmart unprofitable stores as…
(VIDEO) Mola Mola Witnessed in Humboldt Bay, Bro
…I don’t think they wander in there very often, but they’re big, so when they do people notice them.”Eberle said the fish are commonly seen sunbathing near the ocean…
DA Maggie Fleming Calls In FBI, State Attorney General for Sheriff’s Office Corruption Investigation
A Corvette parked outside the county coroner's office yesterday matches the description of one sold to a sheriff's deputy from the estate of Fred Hawkins. | Ryan BurnsPREVIOUSLY:SHERIFF’S OFFICE…
Are You Ready For a Skate Park, McKinleyville?
The whirring of wheels and clacking of skateboards striking concrete could soon echo through Pierson Park in McKinleyville.During its June 7 meeting the McKinleyville Community Services District selected a 19,000…
Judge Says That Jurors in Goldberg Murder Trial May Hear Evidence in Spousal Abuse Case Against the Accused
Jurors in the murder trial of Bridgeville resident Jon David Goldberg will hear testimony that he fired bullets near his wife before he allegedly drove to Fortuna and killed her lover.This…
Cutten School District Will Pay $260,000 for Improperly Enrolling Eureka Kids
…ECS approached CSD with a desire to settle the damage caused to ECS by the violation of the Education Code. Then County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Garry Eagles, mediated the settlement. From…
DA’s Office Seeks Bigger Bail, Consolidation of Charges For Blue Lake Man Recently Acquitted of Murder
…Today Reinholtsen granted the prosecution’s motion to dismiss two cases alleging Giddings had drugs in the jail. Bail on Huntzinger’s three pending cases is $100,000 and $50,000 for…
For Fireworks Heads (and Pet-Owners): Arcata Will Have More Fireworks Next Week! Relive Tuesday’s Show With These Photos From Across the Bay
Heads-up, Arcata pet owners! The Crabs are gonna shoot off a bunch of fireworks at the close of play next Friday (July 14).From the Humboldt Crabs:Arcata Pet Owners: The…
OBITUARY: Eunice Pearl Rodriguez, 1918-2017
Our beloved mother crossed over on June 1, 2017 at the age of 99 years young! She was born in Alton, Illinois to Herman and Bessie Reuss on April 1,1918. Mom…
At Least Four Sheriff’s Office Employees Bought Dead People’s Belongings Through Public Administrator; They’ve Now Been Asked to Return Them
As the investigation into the county's Public Administrator's Office continues, documents obtained by the Outpost reveal that employees of the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office have routinely been allowed to…
Eureka Erects Giant Fence to Shut Down Homeless Sidewalk Scene Across From Free Meal Dining Facility
…The sidewalk at Third and A last week, after the burglary at Betty Chinn's warehouse. Photo: Andrew Goff.But Capt. Steve Watson of the Eureka Police Department told the Outpost today…
Arcata Woman Accused of Killing Infant Daughter May Plead Insanity
An Arcata woman charged with killing her infant daughter may claim she was insane at the time.Today Judge Marilyn Miles again postponed the trial-setting for Ewa Misztal while Deputy Public…
Sheriff’s Office IDs Body Found Last Week in Klamath River
…On arrival, HCSO deputies discovered a deceased individual lying near the river. A fisherman discovered the decedent and transported the body to the river’s edge. The decedent has been identified by…
Man Stabbed in Old Town; EPD Provides Description of Suspect
…On July 4, 2017, at about 5:51 p.m., officers responded to an apartment on the 1600 block of 3rd Street for the report of a stabbing. The male victim reported…
Man Robbed at Knifepoint While Walking Through Sequoia Park; EPD Releases Suspect Description
…The suspect fled on foot with the victim’s phone and wallet. The suspect was described as a white male in his 20’s, 5’9”, thin build. The suspect was wearing…
Man Arrested At Eureka’s Fourth of July Festival for Criminal Threats, Attempting to Steal Tip Jar
…On July 4, 2017, at about 1:03 p.m., officers responded to the 500 block of 2nd Street for the report of a male making threats and attempting to steal a…
18-Year-Old Eurekan Detained by Neighbors After Attempting to Steal Truck, Crashing Into Parked Vehicle
…LemmonsOn July 4, 2017, at about 7:00 a.m., officers responded to the 3500 block of Oregon Street for the report of neighbors holding down a male suspect. The suspect, 18…