Search the Ol’ LoCO Archives!
36998 results found, newest first.
(UPDATED) Hash Lab Blamed for Apartment Fire on B Street in Eureka
Since nobody was hurt, we'd like to put a nice bow on this story in the form of this photo of a rainbow that appeared in the aftermath of the fire…
(UPDATE: Kneeland Fire Explains Efforts) Man’s Friends Rescue Dog Whose Hips Gave Out on Steep Hike
…Over the next three hours, the firefighters struggled in the dark to find Bo and try to get him harnessed in the rescue basket and up the hill, Hardin said. But the…
Craft Beer Sales, Tastings Now Permitted at California Farmers’ Markets
You may be adding beer to your grocery bag of overpriced produce and rabbit fur at the next farmer’s market. Assembly Bills 2004 and 774, which took effect on January 1…
Deputies Put the Taser to Man Crashing Out in Unfinished McK Home
From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff Deputies responded to Sagewood Drive, McKinleyville, for a report of an…
OBITUARY: Timothy Bryan Parr, 1963-2015
Timothy Bryan Parr was born March 11, 1963 in Stockton, CA., the fourth of six children born to Robert and Karen Parr. He went home to be with Jesus on December 26…
OBITUARY: Howard Dean Bruner, 1946-2015
…Following the services, the family would like to invite everyone to celebrate his life at Rio Dell Fireman's Hall. ### The obituary above was submitted by Dean Bruner's family. The Lost…
Armstrong Sentenced for 2014 Dean Creek Resort Murder
Humboldt County Office of the District Attorney press release: On December 8, 2015, in the case of the People of the State of California v. Jason Armstrong, the jury found the defendant…
Humboldt County Fair Board Pays Former Manager $150,000, Settles Wrongful Termination Lawsuit
PREVIOUSLY Longtime Ferndale Fair Manager Stuart Titus Out; Broadcaster Tag Wotherspoon Speaks Against Decision Humboldt County Fair Board President John Burger Humboldt County Fair Controversy While Feuding With the Local Newspaper, Humboldt…
Supervisors Rush to Craft Marijuana Ordinance That Covers the Basics
Luke Bruner with California Cannabis Voice-Humboldt, addresses the board while First District Supervisor Rex Bohn listens intently. Yesterday the Outpost offered a slimmed-down report on the slimmed-down medical marijuana…
SCSO: Redding Man Upset by Obama’s Gun Policies Opens Fire on Apartment Building, Later Shot and Killed by Numerous Officers
…The suspect would open the door to the apartment briefly and yell at the officers. Witnesses on scene later advised detectives that the suspect was upset about the recent legislation regarding gun…
14-Year-Old Boy Allegedly Steals Car, Ditches it at Smug’s Pizza and Leads Deputies on Foot Pursuit Before Being Arrested
…Deputies responded and the juvenile suspect fled on foot from deputies. Deputies pursued the juvenile on foot but soon lost the suspect in a nearby wooded area. Approximately one hour later the…
Maid Finds Heroin-Toting Trespasser Sleeping With Pistol in Unrented Hotel Room
From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: On Tuesday, January 5, 2016, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office received a call from Bear River Casino stating…
Eureka Dives into Major Decisions on Homeless Issues
…Over the course of the open meeting, the council reviewed a report assembled by Rob Holmlund, Eureka's director of development services. The report included estimated costs, proposed areas, and potential timelines…
(UPDATE) Redding Travelers Be Warned: Highway 299 Closed Near Shasta/Trinity County Line
…We will let Coney, the new-for-2016 mascot gifted to Caltrans by LoCO, explain the situation: Thank you, Coney.
Watch the Waves! Coastal Flooding, High Surf Today and Tomorrow
…The waters have been rising rapidly all around the coast this morning, drowning not only regularly flood-prone areas — King Salmon, the Arcata Bottoms — but even places that usually stay somewhat dry…
OBITUARY: Geraldine Delia Matney-Anderson-Scott, 1934-2015
Geraldine took her walk peaceful at the age of 81 years old, after being sick for eight weeks with cancer in the home of her daughter Viola in Hoopa with loved ones…
OBITUARY: Richard Scott Weber, 1954-2015
Richard Scott Weber passed away on December 26, 2015 at the age of 61. He was born to Richard & Betty Jean Weber on July 17, 1954. He went by Scott Weber. He…
Early Morning Fire Empties Creamery District Apartments; Police, AFD Investigating
…After the first arriving fire crew made entry into the apartment they reported there was extensive fire damage in the kitchen and were checking for fire extension in the walls and to…
Supervisors Look to Advance Limited Marijuana Ordinance to Beat Looming (if Questionable) State Deadline
Following the advice of county staff, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors today moved toward establishing a scaled-down version of a Medical Marijuana Land Use Ordinance (MMLUO), something simple enough to…
OBITUARY: James Stephen Stutsman, 1964-2015
-JAMES STEPHEN STUTSMAN-1964-2015 It is with great sadness of the sudden passing our beloved James Stephen Stutsman on December 12, 2015 at a young age of 51, born at Mercy…
BREAKING: A Rainbow for Humboldt (PHOTO)
…LoCO acknowledges that the NCJ handed us our ass on this one. See below. // The perfect place, at the perfect time. Within minutes, the fog, then the sun, eclipsed it all. Posted…
Eureka Woman Arrested for DUI, Child Endangerment After Smashing Into Tree, Bush, Parked Cars
…During further investigation at the hospital, Hogan was found to be under the influence of alcohol and four times over the legal limit. Hogan was arrested for Driving under the influence, child…
Hoopa Man Arrested After Surveillance Video Captures Him Wearing Stolen Items
From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office: Michael Logan On Tuesday, December 29, 2015, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a 26-year-old male victim stating his…
Flatmo’d: Explosion at the Shoe Store
Flatmo'd: Explosion at the Shoe Store
(VIDEO) Your First 2016 Palco Marsh Flyover; Also, Planet Fitness Responds!
Mysterious drone/YouTube account owner and "Aerial View" has posted his most recent flyover of the Palco Marsh homeless encampments where conditions are significantly chillier than in previous installments. What do we…
Eureka Looks to Youth for Ideas on City’s Future
…The two talked about the waterfront, the city's General Plan Update and the young man's own concepts about what would make Eureka better. "I said, 'It's great to hear…
If You Want to Be a Bookkeeper, Landscaper or Construction Worker, the County Can Hook You Up With Training
From the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services: Ever had a desire to switch careers but haven’t found the right opportunity? Do retraining opportunities that take two or more…
YOUR WEEK IN OCEAN: Dock Block Landing; PLUS: Your 2015 Ocean Highlights
Jackson the Dog holds a block party for one | Photo: Chris Turner Another “dock block” was located Jan. 2nd on Big Lagoon Beach about a quarter mile south of the beach access…
Another Accident in Eureka Temporarily Impedes Broadway
…LoCO friend Sara Rankin sends in the above photo while the Times-Standard Facebook admin mentions that initial traffic control measures have been discontinued. We will update if more info comes available.
MATTHEW IN THE MIDDLE: High Noon for Eureka’s Homeless
There are two subjects that are guaranteed to draw emotional and vocal crowds to the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors chambers or to any local City Council meetings: Cannabis and homelessness. For…