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Big Lagoon Rancheria Files Formal Protest Against Costanzo's Bid To Reopen Sidelines Bar
11+ hour, 25+ min ago (191+ words) The Big Lagoon Rancheria, owner of Hotel Arcata, has filed a formal protest with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control opposing Salvatore Costanzo's application for a liquor license at 732 9th Street in Arcata, the former home of Sidelines Bar. The…...
Covelo Woman Accused of Attempted Murder After Rifle Misfires During Alleged Robbery and Kidnapping
17+ hour, 49+ min ago (262+ words) This is a press release from the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office. The information has not been proven in a court of law and any individuals described should be presumed'innocent unless proven guilty: On 06/26/2026 at approximately 11: 08 A. M. , Mendocino County Sheriff's Office Deputies…...
Prescribed Burn to Continue Near Ettersburg on Thursday
19+ hour, 48+ min ago (190+ words) Residents in Southern Humboldt should expect to see smoke and increased fire activity for a second day as a prescribed burn near Ettersburg is scheduled to continue Thursday, weather and conditions permitting. According to a Wednesday news release from CAL…...
All Human Trafficking Charges Dropped in High-Profile Cannabis Labor Case, Trial Date Not Yet Set for Two Adult Suspects in Youth Homicide Case, Alleged Predator Let Out on Supervised Release Inside Humboldt Courts
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (892+ words) Humboldt County Superior Court handles a steady flow of criminal cases each day, but most proceedings pass without much public notice unless they result in major developments. In this column, Redheaded Blackbelt provides a regular look at what's moving through…...
Prescribed Burn Planned in So Hum Today to Reduce Fire Risk and Control Invasive Grass
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (195+ words) Cal Fire prescribed burn. [Stock image from Cal Fire] Residents in Southern Humboldt may see smoke and increased fire activity today as fire personnel conduct a planned prescribed burn on approximately 15 acres of ranch land, weather and conditions permitting. The…...
Live Press Conference: Sheriff Set to Reveal Details in Miranda's Rescue Investigation
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (206+ words) The briefing begins at 2 p. m. and will be livestreamed on the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office Facebook page. Redheaded Blackbelt will embed the livestream below and update this post as information becomes available. The investigation into Shannon Miranda and Miranda's Rescue, located…...
Silver Alert Issued for Missing 69-Year-Old Motorcyclist Last Seen in Eastern Humboldt County
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (141+ words) A Silver Alert has been activated for a missing at-risk man who was last seen Saturday evening in eastern Humboldt County, according to the California Highway Patrol. The alert, issued by the CHP on behalf of the Humboldt County Sheriff's…...
See Frozen the Musical in Concert
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (113+ words) Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen live in concert as Main Stage Humboldt presents Frozen the Musical in Concert for two performances only this weekend at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts. The production features a talented cast that…...
Cut It Out: Redwood Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest of Mc Kinleyville Man, Second Suspect Sought
5+ day, 10+ hour ago (492+ words) California State Park Peace Officers have arrested a Mc Kinleyville man and identified a second suspect in connection with the theft of old-growth redwood from Humboldt Redwoods State Park, where investigators estimate more than $32, 000 in public resources was stolen. Authorities…...
Major Roadwork Scheduled Friday, June 26, through Thursday, July 2
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (1865+ words) Redheaded Blackbelt Major Roadwork Scheduled Friday, June 26, through Thursday, July 2 Press release from Caltrans District 1: - U. S. 101 (3. 8/4. 6) " Concrete pour work is scheduled between Klamath River Overflow Bridge 1-32 and 101/169 Separation 1-26 weekdays from 7 a. m. to 5 p. m. One-way traffic control will be in effect. Travelers should expect…...