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GIDDINGS-HUNTZINGER MURDER TRIAL: Weed Robbery or Bad Weed Deal? Defense Attorneys Highlight Witness Lies, Shady Actions in Closing Arguments
Huntinger and Giddings.PREVIOUSLY:Giddings-Huntinger Trial, Day OneGiddings-Huntzinter Trial, Day TwoGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day ThreeGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day FourGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day FiveGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day Six###Jurors in the…
OBITUARY: James Michael Stone, 1949-2017
James Michael Stone was born July 22, 1949 and passed away from coronary artery disease on June 13, 2017 at the age of 67. He was an only child, born in Long…
Dr. Michael Fratkin Let Go as Head of St. Joseph Health’s Palliative Care Program
File photoMichael Fratkin, the local doctor who has worked to transform end-of-life care both locally and through telemedicine technology, has been let go by St. Joseph Health. The SoCal-based…
Sheriff’s Office Runs Down ‘Two-Week Crime Spree’ Believed to be Perpetrated by James Pawlyk, Yesterday’s High-Profile Arrestee
…Pawlyk.James Martin Pawlyk, age 50, was taken into custody with the assistance of the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Arcata Police Department (APD), and the Eureka Police Department (EPD), after another full…
(PHOTOS: UPDATING) Big Dune Fire at the Beach Near the Manila Community Center; High Winds Causing Fire to Spread Rapidly
…Firefighters finally got firehoses out to the scene — as well as a tractor — and appear to have the fire under control. Still no word on the cause of the brushfire.###UPDATE, 1…
Local Planned Parenthood Affiliate Lights Up a Redwood Tree in Pink to Show Opposition to Trumpcare
…Planned Parenthood Northern California Action Fund lit up a majestic redwood tree in bright pink as Planned Parenthood patients and supporters rallied to “Pink the Night Out” acrossthe nation Wednesday evening.Planned…
Redding Man Struck and Killed by Train
…Responding emergency personnel located the pedestrian deceased at the scene. The investigating Deputy Coroner was unable to identify the remains at the scene of the collision; however, the decedent was later positively…
KHUM IN-DEPTH: As Arcata Joins the Sanctuary City Movement, a Deep Look at the State of Immigration on the North Coast
Just recently, the city of Arcata joined the ranks of Sanctuary Cities, limiting its willingness to help with enforcement of federal immigration laws. As the Sanctuary movement continues, so too the immigration…
OBITUARY: Toy Ann Hufford, 1950-2017
…She grew up in Oregon mostly living on the coast in Bay City and the Tillamook area. Her passions in life were her children and grandchildren and her love of art. Her…
OBITUARY: Susie D. ‘Donna’ Stillwell, 1938-2017
…Arrangements under the care of Goble's Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna.Following the Saturday service, at Hidden Oaks Camp Ground in Covelo, (across from the casino) there will be a potluck and anyone…
OBITUARY: Rosemary Hawkins, 1939-2017
…Another love of Rosemary’s was researching the family genealogy; she spent years tracing the family heritage. She was able to trace the Cottrell family back to 1664 in New Kent, Va…
McKinleyville Woman Arrested After Routine Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of 108 lbs. of Weed
…The vehicle initially failed to yield to the Deputy’s lights and sirens. The vehicle eventually pulled to the side of the road after the Deputy followed it for about one mile…
Person of Interest in ‘Week-Long Crime Spree’ Taken Into Custody After Manic Day of Law Enforcement Tracking; Man Arrested for Assault With Deadly Weapon and Vandalism, With More Charges Likely
Suspect James Pawlyk, 50, taken into custody near the old KOA Campground between Eureka and Arcata this afternoon. Photos: Andrew Goff.Police from numerous local agencies — the Sheriff's Office, the California…
OBITUARY: Michael Maggio, 1949-2017
…While living in the Willow Creek area, Michael and his wife were Tiger Cub and Cub Scout leaders for the Boy Scouts. Michael was also extremely proud of the community service work…
FAKE WILDFIRE THIS WEEKEND! All Simulated Hell Will Break Out on the McKay Tract Saturday as Local Firefighters Gear Up for Summer
When you see the hubbub Saturday, you might think it is this. But it is not.From Humboldt Bay Fire:On June 24th from approximately 9:00 A.M. to 4:00…
Man Suffers Gunshot Wound on Union Street Outside of Eureka Last Night; Sheriff’s Office Still Investigating
From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office:On Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at about 5:50 PM, the Sheriff’s Office received a call of a possible gunshot victim located at a…
HEY, POLITICS DWEEBS! Draw Your Own Damn Maps of Eureka’s Future Ward System With the LoCO’s Cool New Tool
…In all the other wards, city staff's numbers accord with the Outpost.The error, it seems, was by the city. Look at the following table presented in the staff PowerPoint:Add…
(VIDEO) THE AFTERMATH: More Details and What’s Being Done About Eureka’s Fourth Street Fire, Which Consumed Local Businesses and Left a Huge Pile of Rubble
…It put all the extraction businesses in the area, so that drove property value through the roof." Then in March the Eureka Police Department served a search warrant to the company Lost…
OBITUARY: Donald E. Cookman Jr., 1954-2017
…He was a fighter all the way to the end and never stopped smiling through it all. When its our time to join him he will be waiting on the other side…
OBITUARY: Bonnie Kaye Pete, 1948-2017
Bonnie Kaye Pete passed away peacefully on January 28, 2017 in Santa Rosa after battling pneumonia.Bonnie was born in Eureka on May 11, 1948 to the late Earl Stevens and Betty…
Ferndale Mom Accused of Performing Brutal Exorcism on Her Child Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder Charge
…A deputy arrived and restrained Felder, while Marciel tended to the injured girl.The Sheriff’s Department says the child suffered “multiple injuries” in the attack, including serious damage to her right…
Wanted Felon in Possession of a Loaded Handgun Gets Tased, Arrested After Foot Chase With EPD Officers
…Once in custody, officers discovered an empty holster on the suspect’s ankle, and a firearm that officers believed he ditched during the pursuit. Dimmick was taken to the hospital following the…
After Massive Emergency Response, Three Teenage Girls Floating Down the River Near Camp Kimtu Are OK After All
…The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Special Services, Hoopa Tribal Police Department and the United States Coastguard were also requested to assist. Prior to the arrival of the additional resources all three…
Humboldt Wildlife Care Center Needs Help Paying for Orphaned Baby Raccoon Milk
…The Humboldt Wildlife Care Center is currently housing 16 orphaned raccoons, and is asking for donations to help pay for all those hungry snouts.In a Facebook post earlier this week, the…
HUMBOLDT BAY FIRE: This Morning’s Fire Destroyed or Damaged Six Businesses; Monetary Losses May Exceed $1 Million
…The first arriving unit found a large commercial occupancy at 26 West Fourth Street with heavy fire within the building and through the roof.The first unit immediately requested a Commercial 2nd…
(VIDEO) OYSTER EXTRAVAGANZA! Arcata’s 27th Annual Oyster Fest Ranks as Biggest Best Year Ever
…Restaurant owner Joe Mazzotti, one of the coaches, said "We're trying to make sure the kids have helmets, the shoulder pads they need, the jerseys and the money they need to…
Early-Morning Fire Consumes Several Businesses in Downtown Eureka
…What remains of the building will have to be demolished, he said. The owner of Sports World, which had been located in the building, told the Outpost that he had just moved…
OBITUARY: Joe Dower, 1981-2017
Daniel Joseph (Joe) Dower passed away suddenly on June 11, 2017 at his home in Hydesville at the age of 36. Joe was born on February 13, 1981 in San Diego, California…
GIDDINGS-HUNTZINGER MURDER TRIAL: Giddings Takes the Stand, Explains Why He Shot Harrison During Marijuana Deal Gone Bad
PREVIOUSLY:Giddings-Huntinger Trial, Day OneGiddings-Huntzinter Trial, Day TwoGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day ThreeGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day FourGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day FiveGiddings-Huntzinger Trial, Day SixSuspected murderer Billy Joe Giddings took the…
YOUR WEEK IN OCEAN: Take a Bunch of Pretty Pictures of Humboldt Beaches Next Week… For Science!
Your pictures of coastal nature can be used for more than just Instagram and Snapchat! During the week of June 23-July 2, search for as many coastal plants and animals as…