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12.31.20 Thirty-three new cases reported today

Public Health nurses begin vaccinating skilled nursing home staff today

12.30.20 Two deaths, 53 new cases reported today

Compliance calls migrating to local jurisdictions as of Jan. 1st.

County officials express concern about COVID tier reassignment

12.29.20 Thirty-one new cases reported today; state moves county to red tier

New U.K. COVID-19 variant reported in U.S. for the first time - Stat

12.28.20 Two additional deaths, 64 new cases reported since Saturday

Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020 - section by section summary

12.27.20 Dave Barry's year in review: 2020 was a year of nonstop awfulness - Miami Herald

12.26.20 One death, 45 new cases of COVID-19 reported today

12.23.20 One death, 27 new cases of COVID-19 reported today

Nurses concerned about insufficient staffing in the Covid-19 respiratory care unit at St. Joseph Hospital - Redheaded Blackbelt

12.22.20 Twelve new cases reported; quarantine duration reduced to 10 days

First allotment of vaccines administered, second shipment being distributed

Second arrest made in Samoa homicide investigation

12.21.20 One death, 113 new cases reported since Friday

Rio Dell observes spike in COVID-19 in wastewater surveillance testing

Remains located during search for missing Garberville man

12.20.20 Highlights from the 12.15.20 City Council Meeting (audio) - KMUD Reports includes new council members, Supervisor-Elect Bushnell, new Community Services Officer and more..

Humboldt County Drug Task Force makes multiple arrests

In progress burglary arrests in Eureka

Rio Dell City Council sworn in - Mayor Debra Garnes, Mayor Pro Tem Gordon Johnson

12.18.20 Thirteen new cases of COVID-19 reported today

With no recycling redemption centers left in the county, stores face fees of $100 per day unless they offer buy-back - Lost Coast Outpost

New leadership for four County of Humboldt departments

NorCal Health Officers 'gravely concerned' hospitals could become 'overwhelmed' - North Coast Journal

12.17.20 One death, 17 new cases of COVID-19 reported today

Fatigue, fear and frustration: caring for COVID-19 patients in Humboldt County - North Coast Journal

12.16.20 One death, 36 new cases reported today

12.15.20 One death, 26 new cases reported today

Three test positive at Sempervirens

New rule will prevent local waste disposal sites from accepting treated wood

Possession of a controlled substance for sales arrest

12.14.20 Two deaths, 64 additional cases reported since Friday

Humboldt County's first COVID-19 vaccine shipment arrives

12.11.20 Thirty-six additional cases reported; numerous updates made to COVID-19 dashboard

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Dec. 15th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet Includes swearing in of new council, Mayor/ProTem election, presentation 2nd District Supervisor-Elect Michelle Bushnell, presentation of Community Services Officer Jolene Matthews and more...

12.10.20 Thirty-two additional cases reported; get tested today

Two structure fires in Eureka within 20 minutes this morning

HCSO teams up with local businesses to support shelter animals this Christmas

Reduced hours at Rio Dell City Hall beginning Monday Dec. 14th

12.9.20 Additional death, 26 new cases reported today

12.8.20 Thirty-five new cases reported today

Update to Dec. 2nd collision on Broadway, fatality investigation

North Jetty search and rescue after woman swept off the jetty

12.7.20 Eight-eight new cases reported since Friday - five new hospitalizations

12.4.20 Local COVID-19 cases exceeds 1,000 as 22 additional cases are reported today

County set to name Dr. Ian Hoffman new Health Officer

12.3.20 Forty-four new cases reported today - Arcata has highest number of cases currently

Routine screening uncovers COVID outbreak at Skilled Nursing Facility in Eureka

State adds regional approach to COVID containment efforts

Stay-at-home order likely to hit Humboldt in coming days - North Coast Journal

Governor Newsom's recent round of stay-at-home orders likely to apply to the Emerald Triangle in the coming days - Redheaded Blackbelt

Sheriff Honsal requests copy of DOJ investigation, vows "I will hold those employees accountable for their actions' - Lost Coast Outpost

12.2.20 Thirty additional cases reported today

12.1.20 Twenty-one additional cases reported today

Michelle Bushnell seals win over two-term incumbent Supervisor Estelle Fennell - Lost Coast Outpost

11.30.20 Forty-eight new cases reported since Friday

State AG not pursuing charges in County Coroner-Public Administrator's Office

11.27.20 Thirty-one new cases reported Friday; limited stay at home order in effect

Humboldt County COVID-19 dashboard shows 23 cases in Rio Dell, 35 in Redway

Eureka shooting investigation

11.26.20 Happy Thanksgiving!

11.25.20 Eighteen new cases reported today; OptumServe testing expanding to 7 days a week

Ettersburg Rd investigation

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Dec. 1st 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet

11.24.20 Seventeen new cases; Humboldt in Purple Tier; Stay at Home order starts Thursday

11.23.20 Fifty-six new cases reported today; county likely to move into purple tier (tomorrow)

Public Health asks for community assistance with contact investigators

11.22.20 Committee alleges problems with Auditor-Controller's Office could cost County $14 million in state, federal reimbursements - North Coast Journal

11.20.20 Nineteen new cases reported today

Special winter food distribution by Food for People, Nov. 23rd

11.19.20 Twelve new cases reported today

State issues Stay at Home order for purple tier; Humboldt not affected for now

Despite early setbacks, cannabis is becoming big business in Rio Dell, and the city is reaping the rewards - Lost Coast Outpost

Two arrests for heroin sales in Arcata

Commercial fire at Sound Advice in Eureka

Federal fugitive arrested in Blue Lake

Chezem Road brandishing arrest

Humboldt Bay Fire responds to COVID-19 Red Tier

Southern Humboldt assault and robbery arrests

Federal social safety net programs and who uses them - GAO Report

11.18.20 Four new cases reported today

11.17.20 Nine cases reported today; previous case and death reassigned to another county

Local COVID-19 travel advisory issued

COVID-19 Long Term Effects - Mayo Clinic

The rebirth of a historic river - BBC re. Klamath River dam removal project

11.16.20 Humboldt County moved to Red Tier due to increasing cases

Twenty-nine new cases reported since Friday

Samoa homicide investigation

HCCF launches jail-based competency treatment program

11.13.20 Five new cases reported today; travel advisory issued by the state

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Nov 17th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet

Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Tues Nov 17th 4:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet re. streets planning workshop

Fortuna High School student tests positive for COVID-19; staff, students quarantined; some classes switch to distance learning - Lost Coast Outpost

11.12.20 Twenty-nine new cases reported since Tuesday

Hoopa attempted murder/arson arrest

11.11.20 Happy Veteran's Day - Thank You!

High speed pursuit ends just past Stafford after speeds of 120 mph reported

Documentary series looks at Wiyot Tribe's opposition to Terra-Gen wind project - Lost Coast Outpost

11.10.20 Four new cases reported; previous case reassigned to another county

Rio Dell wastewater influent COVID test reports - 20 cases reported in Rio Dell to date

11.9.20 Sixteen new cases reported since Friday

Missing person located deceased in Weitchpec

11.8.20 Highlights from the 11.3.20 Rio Dell City Council meeting (audio) - KMUD Reports including $1.2 million in additional revenue, school property debate and more...

11.6.20 Six new cases reported today

11.5.20 Seven new cases reported today

Amazon phone scam targeting residents

Trigger Warning - North Coast Journal

11.4.20 Six new cases reported today

Attempted murder arrest in Eureka

11.3.20 Seven new cases reported today

Drive-thru community FREE flu vaccine clinic Nov. 18th

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tonight 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes discussion of joint use agreement for Davis Street park, approval of 2019-2027 Housing Element and more...

Suspect arrested for Oct. 30 assault in Westhaven

Pellet gun shooting investigation in Arcata - victim in critical condition

Marijuana Enforcement Team operation in greater Humboldt Bay area

11.2.20 Eight new cases reported since Friday

Humboldt County Office Elections 2020 Presidential Election Information

Eureka homicide investigation

10.30.20 State updates guidance on rallies and protest gatherings to require face coverings - two new cases reported today

10.29.20 One new COVID case reported today

HCDTF makes large bust in Eureka - two arrests

Investigations of Improper Activities by State Agencies and Employees Report

10.28.20 Zero new cases reported today but one additional hospitalization

Larabee Valley MET search warrant served on four parcels

McKinleyville stabbing investigation

10.27.20 One new case reported today

Watch the 2nd District Supervisors Candidate Forum - North Coast Journal

10.26.20 Additional death, five new cases reported since Friday

Vehicle vs. bicyclist fatal collision investigation in Eureka

Shots fired arrest in Eureka

Jasmin Lopez sentenced to 3-years for first degree robbery of her family members

Motorcycle pursuit ends in arrest

Armed robbery at Eureka coffee shop

10.23.20 One new case reported today

CalFire and local agencies respond to fire near Carlotta

10.22.20 Two new cases reported today; previous case reassigned to county of residence

Marijuana Enforcement Team operation on Little Buck Mountain Road

10.21.20 Two new cases reported today

Court orders San Quentin Prison to reduce inmate population by 50% due to COVID-19 - SFGate

10.20.20 Four new cases reported today

Coping with the long-term effects of a pandemic

10.19.20 Ninth COVID-related death; ten new cases reported since Friday

10.18.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Oct. 20th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes approval of MOU with county on Monument Road storm damage repair, unmet transit needs public hearing and more...

10.17.20 San Francisco may rename 44 schools named after Washington, Lincoln, Feinstein and more... - SFGate.com

10.16.20 Zero cases reported today!

Rio Dell Mayor Debra Garnes sworn in as President Redwood Empire Division of CA League of Cities

Reckless driving charges filed in 'red jeep' incident from May protest

10.15.20 Two new cases reported today

Rio Dell man and companion arrested by Humboldt County Drug Task Force

Humboldt County Voter Assistance Centers and Ballot Drop Box Locations

CA Dept. of Finance letter confirming 2020 budget act trigger cuts totalling $11.1 billion

10.14.20 Eight new cases reported today

Garberville homicide investigation

Supreme Court approves administration request to end 2020 census count - CNBC

Census Bureau announces census count ends tomorrow

Flu vaccines available throught the county

10.13.20 Only one new case reported today

10.12.20 Four new cases reported; new information added to dashboard - Rio Dell has had 17 cases to date

Two arrests after armed robbery in Eureka

Up to three households can now gather under new state guidance

10.9.20 Only one new case reported again today; state moves to allow limited gatherings

10.8.20 One new case reported today

10.7.20 Three new cases reported today

County moves to less restrictive "yellow" tier

10.6.20 Two new cases reported today - Humboldt moves down to least restrictive tier

10.5.20 Four new cases reported today

3.75 pounds of meth found during warrant service in Fieldbrook - 3 more pounds discovered in two vehicles

CalFire Community Meeting re. August Complex Fire Oct. 7th

Annual Humboldt County sex offender registration compliance sweep conducted

August Complex Fire morning update

10.3.20 The 9.28.20 Special Meeting video is available here - Council approves substantial raises for most staff positions

10.2.20 August Complex Fire evening update

Three new cases reported today

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tuesday Oct. 6th 6:30pm (online)- Agenda Packet includes approval of MOU for Monument Rd storm damage repair, appointment of committee for proposed mural, discussion of evacuation plan for Rio Dell and more...

Goat sculpture placed in Rio Dell

The Emerald Triangle currently has some of the worse air quality in North America - Kym Kemp

Fatal bicycle traffic accident in Eureka

10.1.20 Three new cases reported today

Flu shots available at some local schools (including Rio Dell) - see flyer for locations and dates

One injured in reported roadside robbery

9.30.20 Three new cases reported today

The 9.28.20 Special Meeting video is available here - Council approves substantial raises for most staff positions

Highlights from the 9.28.20 Special Meeting (audio) - KMUD Reports includes approval of sizable raises for most city employees

9.29.20 One new case reported today

CalFire August Complex Fire morning update

Public outdoor playgrounds allowed to reopen

9.28.20 Eighth COVID-related death; seven new cases reported today

Rio Dell Total Compensation Study recommended salary increases table - to be adopted at special meeting today 5 p.m. online - new 3-year agreements include substantial raises for most staff

Project Homekey funds to create new homeless housing in Humboldt

CalFire statewide fire map - includes most current information on surrounding fires

North Coast wildfire smoke air quality alerts can be found here

'Dynamic' fire day likely ahead (with video) - North Coast Journal

9.27.20 Evacuation warnings issued for Southern Humboldt County

CalFire Updated Evacuation Orders for August Complex Fire

9.26.20 Senator McGuire Community Coffee: Rio Dell video available

Highlights from Senator McGuire Community Coffee with Rio Dell (audio) - KMUD Reports

9.25.20 Five new cases reported today brings county total to 501

Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Mon Sept. 28th 5:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes approval of employee agreements (contracts included in the agenda packet)

Rio Dell 2019-2027 Draft Housing Element - public review

9.24.20 Seventh COVID-related death, six new cases reported today

Fake check scam targets Humboldt County residents

Sacramento man arrested for attempted kidnapping in Ridgewood

9.23.20 One new case reported today - five county residents are currently hospitalized and three of those are under 60 years of age

9.22.20 Four new cases reported today

Highlights from the 9.15.20 Rio Dell City Council meeting (audio) - KMUD Reports includes an update on Rio Dell School reopening plan and an incident at local coffee shop

9.21.20 Three new cases reported since Friday

Humboldt County evacuation warnings lifted for August Complex Fire

9.19.20 Man arrested on false imprisonment charges following McKinleyville SWAT response

9.18.20 Zero new cases reported today

9.17.20 One additional case reported today

Rio Dell Police Chief Updates City Council on Incident at Local Business (Audio)

Shots fired investigation on Hwy 36 - one injured

Evacuation order downgraded for communities south of Casterlin Road

9.16.20 Two new cases reported today

A pandemic winter: COVID has limited homeless shelter capacity, a concern as inclement weather approaches - Lost Coast Outpost

9.15.20 Six new cases reported today

Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) confirmed in Mad River

Evaucation warnings for areas southeast of Hwy 162 in Mendocino County issued

Humboldt OES August Complex West Fire Response Daily Update

Planning & Building to issue day access passes to evacuation order zones for licensed farmers

9.14.20 Sixth COVID-related death, 26 new cases reported since Friday - Overall Alert Level 2

Humboldt OES August Complex West Fire Response Daily Update

9.13.20 Mendocino County Sheriff's office issues new evacuation orders for their residents - Redheaded Blackbelt

Humboldt OES August Complex West Fire Response Daily Update

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Sept 15th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes an update from Rio Dell School Superintendent on COVID-19 response

Rio Dell Nuisance Advisory Committee Meeting Wed Sept. 16th 3:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet

Rio Dell Traffic Committee Meeting Thurs Sept. 17th 3:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet

9.12.20 Humboldt OES August Complex West Fire Response Daily Update

9.11.20 September 11th, 2001 - never forget

Fifth COVID-related death, five new cases reported today

Northern California regional evacuation shelter established for wildfire evacuees

Humboldt County Hopkins Fire evacuation orders and warnings map

Humboldt OES Hopkins Fire response daily update

Sheltering safely: make a COVID-19 safety plan for fire evacuees

Potable water station at Rio Dell City Hall to remain available for fire evacuees

9.10.20 Eight additional cases reported today

9.9.20 Evacuation order and warning for Southern Humboldt

Humboldt County Wildfire Evacuation Information Line 707-268-2500

No new cases reported today in Humboldt County

Evacuation warning for Garberville and areas west of Bell Springs Rd to Hwy 101

Potable water station available at Rio Dell City Hall for fire evacuees

Evacuation Order: all communities along Alderpoint Rd ordered to evacuate immediately

Fire burning in Trinity County moving towards Humboldt - Redheaded Blackbelt hard close of Hwy 36 at Alderpoint Rd. ordered

Twenty-two positive COVID-19 tests follow SoHum gathering

Eureka area smoke forecast - National Weather Service

9.8.20 Twenty-five new cases reported since Friday - 1.8% positivity rate reported

Lane County Oregon "We should expect loss of life from this fire" - KVAL

Fire near Ashland Oregon closes I-5 in both directions - KOBI

Fire evacuations near Ruth Lake - North Coast Journal

Hwy 101 remains closed due to Oak Fire in Willits area - Redheaded Blackbelt

HCSO investigating attempted homicide, pursuit in Hoopa

Humboldt OES monitoring nearby fires, encourages residents to sign up for Humboldt Alert

Wildfire smoke air quality notifications - North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District

Rio Dell Zoning Map

9.6.20 COVID-19 accelerating Medicare trust fund's dive toward insolvency - Stat

9.4.20 Six new cases reported today

Regional partnership will ramp up testing capacity in Humboldt and Del Norte

James Monroe and the pandemic you don't know about - Governing.com

9.3.20 Six new cases reported today

Rio Dell river trail proposal needs your support - sign petition here

CA Where's My Ballot tracking available to all voters

9.2.20 Four cases reported today

County Health Officer Dr. Frankovich resigns - North Coast Journal

9.1.20 Five cases reported today; facial coverings order revised to align with state order

Deceased female recovered near Kneeland Road

8.31.20 Twenty new cases reported since Friday

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Sept. 1st 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes adoption of mitigated negative declaration for water infrastructure project, adoption of nuisances ordinance re. use of generators and more...

County to implement state's business reopening framework effective immediately

8.30.20 Methamphetamine trafficking bust in Fieldbrook - 3 pounds of meth seized

8.28.20 Four new cases reported today - Overall alert level reduced to two

New state guidance for businesses to take effect early next week

8.27.20 Three additional cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 3

Humboldt County Public Health tests nearly 1,300 COVID-19 samples in record week

8.26.20 One additional case reported today

EOC now accepting reopening plans for youth sports

Experts question CDC changes to COVID-19 testing guidance - CIDRAP

MET search warrants in Northeast Humboldt County

Animal cruelty investigation

8.25.20 Only one case reported today

One arrested following stabbing in Garberville Saturday

Hoopa missing person case determined homicide, suspect sought

Early morning stabbing investigation

Human remains recovered off Hwy 96

Support wildfire evacuees as safely as possible

8.24.20 Fourteen cases reported since Friday

Addiction treatment services now more accessible to qualified individuals

8.21.20 Three new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

HCSO involved traffic collision in Eureka

Residents in their 20's make up largest positive COVID-19 case rate

Serve your community, earn extra money as an election worker for the 2020 election

8.20.20 Nine new cases reported today

CalFire Fire Incidents Map

Human remains recovered in Northeast Humboldt

Businesses with EOC-certified reopening plans eligible for grant funding

Phone scams targeting Humboldt County residents

Blanket isolation and quarantine orders improve contact tracing

8.19.20 Eight new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

8.18.20 Five cases reported today

There will be no in-person voting or ballot drop box in Rio Dell for Nov. 3rd Presidential Election - closest site for in-person or drop off mail ballots is in Fortuna

8.17.20 Eleven cases reported since Friday

Methamphetamine bust in Fieldbrook

Man arrested following domestic disturbance with shots fired in Humboldt Hill area

Southern Humboldt death investigation

Mendocino County and four others added to state COVID-19 watch list - SF Gate

8.15.20 Rio Dell residence busted with 5 pounds meth, 30 pounds hash

HSU moves to re-open after Health Officer warns it is unsafe: students set to arrive on campus tomorrow - North Coast Journal

8.14.20 Seven new cases reported today - three new hospitalizations

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Aug. 18th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet Includes CalTrans ADA project for Eagle Prairie Bridge presentation, discussion of street planning and economic development and more...

Rio Dell Nuisance Advisory Committee Meeting Weds Aug. 19th 3:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet

Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California Ban on High-Capacity Gun Magazines

Over 32K cannabis plants eradicated during three-day operation in Eastern Humboldt

8.13.20 Three new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

COVID-19 surge moves to Midwest, as young people fule US case rise - CIDRAP

8.12.20 Rio Dell Elementary School District will open in-person classes on Aug. 31st with an option for distance learning

Rio Dell Elementary School District Board Meeting Tonight 6pm (online) - Agenda to decide on school re-opening plan and more...

6 new cases reported today to bring total to 299

Small businesses eligible for up to $12,500 of local COVID-19 relief funding

8.11.20 Seven additional cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

Pac-12 and Big Ten cancel 2020 college football season - Bleacher Report

8.10.20 Seven new cases reported since Friday - 3 prior false positives removed from case count

Staff member at Fortuna nursing home tests positive for COVID-19 - Kym Kemp

State guidance on youth sports released, JIC seeking more details

Commerical burglary suspect arrested in Eureka

Arcata woman arrested following multi-agency high speed pursuit

8.7.20 Two new cases reported today; public health lab flooded due to plumbing problem

Fortuna school district calls emergency meeting after nearly 8-hour negotiation session with union - Times Standard

Rio Dell Elementary School District to debate opening plans at Aug. 12th board meeting

Humboldt County Office of Education List of school reopening plans

Rental, mortgage relief available to qualifying individuals in Humboldt County

8.6.20 Twenty-five (25) new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

Outbreak of COVID-19 cases in Hoopa tied to family that traveled out of county, Tribal Chairman says - Lost Coast Outpost

Scotia Union School District Special Board Meeting tonight 6pm (online) to decide re-opening plan

Employee and customer safety at center of county reopening plans

8.5.20 Largest single-day increase in local cases reported - 10 new cases today

With Fortuna schools planning to resume in-person classes next week, teacher's union demands distance learning - Lost Coast Outpost

One arrested following pursuit in McKinleyville

Water rescue-vehicle in Humboldt Bay

Helping Humboldt works on project to help staff return to work safely

8.4.20 Nine additional cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 3

HCSO searching for kidnapping suspect last seen in the Orleans area

8.3.20 Three new cases reported since Friday - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Aug. 4th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet Includes approval of agreement with Tesla to install battery power supply, River Bluff cottages public safety concern and more...

Bridgeville shooting investigation

7.31.20 100 cases confirmed in Humboldt in July - two more cases added today

A California county's efforts to stop the spread has also become a battle with the public's denial - Bloomberg featuring Humboldt County Public Health

7.30.20 Three additional cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

Jack Skundrich busted (again) with Juan Sabino Alvarez of Sinaloa in major heroin bust

10 Historic homes you can virtually tour - House Beautiful Including Mount Vernon, Monticello and Buckingham Palace

7.29.20 Seven new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 3

Suspect in Rio Dell murder will answer to charges, though judge calls evidence against him 'not strong' - Lost Coast Outpost

7.28.20 Four new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level remains at 3

Warning! Phone scam impersonating HCSO Investigator reported

Local COVID-19 testing capacity to nearly triple

Recreating responsibly - parks and camping open with reduced facilities

Low-cost rabies vaccines available

7.27.20 Twelve new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 3

Accessible beach wheelchairs available for reservation at Clam Beach County Park

7.24.20 Two new cases reported today; overall alert level raised to three

Highlights from the July 21st Rio Dell City Council Meeting (audio) - KMUD Reports Includes water infrastructure project update, total compensation study report and more

Officer involved shooting in Eureka

Rio Dell Total Compensation Study - for historic perspective, here is the last Compensation Committee Report

7.23.20 Three new cases reported today - Overall alert level two remains

Butane Hash Oil (BHO) investigation on Humboldt Hill

Carjacking suspect sought around Eureka

Plastic trash flowing into the seas will nearly triple by 2040 if nothing is done - National Geographic

Rio Dell volunteer corps deliver supplies to local businesses

7.22.20 Five new cases reported today, county's case count reaches 200 - overall alert level 2

Ag officials encourage safe industry practices to prevent COVID-19 spread

7.21.20 Six new cases today - Overall Alert Level remains at 2

Home invasion/armed robbery investigation

7.20.20 Eight new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 2

Child endangerment arrest

Burglary investigation - public help sought

7.18.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues July 21st 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes presentation on water infrastructure improvement project, compensation study and more... *note-the July 7th Rio Dell City Council meeting remains unavailable online after technical difficulties resulted in it not being broadcast on Access Humboldt

Rio Dell City Council Study Session Tues July 21st. 4:00pm (online) - Agenda Packet to discuss draft total compensation study

Nearly five months into pandemic response, county costs top $4.3 million

7.17.20 Three new cases again today - Overall Alert Level 2

7.16.20 Three new cases reported today - Overall Alert Level 2

Data dashboard now includes alert level assessment tool

Updated COVID-19 Testing Guidance - CA Dept. of Public Health

One arrested following road rage collision on Harrison Ave.

Over 11k cannabis plants eradicated in Southern Humboldt

7.15.20 Eight new cases reported today

COVID-19 testing falls short in long-term care facilities - Pew Trusts

7.14.20 Two new cases reported today

State places additional restrictions on certain sectors; takes effect locally Friday

Large heroin bust involving Fortuna resident and over 8 pounds of heroin

7.13.20 County officials awaiting more information after restrictions announced by state

No new cases reported today

7.10.20 Four additional cases reported today

Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Updates

Humboldt County Correctional Deputy tests positive for COVID-19

If you want to save the economy, stop the pandemic - Politico

7.9.20 Crossroads: Humboldt County's COVID-19 case count continues to climb - North Coast Journal

Four new cases reported today

7.8.20 Three new cases reported today - six additional people tested positive but don't live in Humboldt County so they are not included in our case count

Gatherings of any size still prohibited by the State - including the large weddings planned in Ferndale and Petrolia over the next two weekends

Last nights Rio Dell City Council meeting was held (online) but not broadcast for the public due to technical issues

Tens of millions in PPP loans flow into Humboldt - North Coast Journal

The "Pink Lady" is for sale ($1.29 mil.) - SFGate

7.7.20 Five additional cases reported today

7.6.20 The Devil went down to Georgia - RIP and Thank you to Charlie Daniels a great American!

Five new cases today

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues July 7th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes presentation of FY 2018-19 fiscal audit report, discussion of nuisance abatement activities and more...

7.4.20 Happy Birthday America!!!

7.3.20 Six new cases today

7.2.20 Two new cases reported today

7.1.20 Three new cases reported today

Newsom announces new restrictions in 19 California counties - SFGate

Hollowed-out public health system faces more cuts amid virus - KHN.org

How a PG&E contractor with a sketchy past made millions after the Camp Fire - ProPublica

Accidental gunshot victim investigation in Willow Creek area

AB 1793 - Historical cannabis convictions reduced to misdemeanors in Humboldt

Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) search warrant in Honeydew

Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) search warrant in Dinsmore

6.30.20 No new cases reported today

Fortuna names new Police Chief - Times-Standard

6.29.20 Four new cases reported today - see the new county dashboard for more data

6.25.20 Five additional cases reported today

6.24.20 Nine new cases reported today - tied for the largest single day increase so far

Dear California, we will emerge even stronger, together - League of CA Cities

Eureka bank robbery suspect, Stephen David Long, arrested

Human remains identified as missing Victorville man

6.23.20 One new case reported today

Rio Dell City Council Special Meeting Wed. June 24th 4:00pm - Agenda Packet to approve budget increase for Eeloa paving project, discussion of Mobility on Demand pilot program and more

Traffic stop leads to discovery of heroin, firearms

Bank robbery in Eureka

McKay Community Forest approved for 197-acre expansion

Most sectors cleared to reopen with EOC-certification

'Mission fit' - Humboldt County Public Health Officer - North Coast Journal

6.22.20 Two new cases reported today - 112 total number to date

6.19.20 Two new cases reported today

Fatal motorcycle collision in Eureka

Eureka Police Chief endorses new CPCA platform for policing reforms: CA Leading the Way

Emergency zero bail schedule ends tomorrow

6.18.20 No new cases confirmed today

Statewide face masking rule issued in California - SFGate

Dr. Teresa Frankovich talks about the new masking mandate for California

CDPH guidance for the use of face coverings

Supplemental shelter-in-place order issued in Humboldt

6.17.20 One new case reported today

Casey O'Leary Menanno busted yet again

6.16.20 Rio Dell Community Resource Center summer lunch program for all children under 18

One new case reported today

6.15.20 Rio Dell Mayor Garnes explains what her city is doing to fight COVID - Redheaded Blackbelt

Two correctional deputies assaulted over the weekend

Blue Lake robbery investigation

No new cases reported today

6.13.20 Fort Bragg City Council to discuss town name change - Times Standard

6.12.20 One new case confirmed today

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. June 16th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes adoption of FY 2020-21 Operating and Capital Budget, approval of MOU with City of Fortuna for dispatch services and more...

An open letter to Humboldt County: 8 Can't Wait and the HCSO

Updated travel guidance issued

6.11.20 US COVID-19 cases top 2 million as first protest-linked infections noted - CIDRAP

No new cases confirmed today

Campgrounds, RV parks cleared to begin reopening process

EPA announces $300k for additional cleanup, reuse effort in Humboldt Bay Harbor

6.10.20 No new cases reported today - confirmed cases remain at 105

COVID-19 testing available in Eastern Humboldt

6.9.20 No new cases reported today

6.8.20 One new case reported today

COVID-19 contact tracing scam alert issued

Eureka homeless survey results

Free produce event hosted by Food for People in Fortuna June 17th

Free produce event hosted by Food for People in Eureka June 18th

Free produce event hosted by Food for People in Garberville June 9th

Free produce event hosted by Food for People in Redway June 9th

6.6.20 No new cases reported again today

6.5.20 No new cases reported today

State says 'how,' county decides 'when' businesses reopen - includes tentative reopening dates for salons, barbers, leisure travel and gyms

Explosive ordinance investigation in Freshwater

Alderpoint cannabis cultivation search warrants

Please fill out Humboldt's cannabis industry questionnaire

6.4.20 Zero new cases confirmed today

More than 1,200 Humboldt County businesses certified to reopen

6.3.20 Hayward looters steal 29 firearms from gunstore - reward offered for information

One new case confirmed today - COVID-19 daily test results

Wesley Lee Starritt charged with murder of Mitchell Clark and other stabbings

Marijuana Enforcement Team search warrant in Petrolia

Marijuana Enforcement Team search warrant in Blocksburg

6.2.20 Fourth COVID-related death, one new case reported today

Humboldt continues "moving forward at a steady pace": what you can do in the meantime

6.1.20 One new case confirmed today

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. June 2 6:30 (online) - Agenda Packet includes discussion of annual solid waste rate adjustment, options for the FY 20-21 operating and capital budget and more...

Maxx Carson Robison sentenced to 23 years to life for 2nd degree murder of Rhianna McKenzie

COVID-19 and what's next for Humboldt County

Nearly 26,000 nursing home COVID-19 deaths reported to feds - SF Gate

5.30.20 Two new cases confirmed today

5.29.20 One new case confirmed today; 99 total

Nursing homes fought federal emergency plan requirements for years. Now, they're coronavirus hot spots - ProPublica

100,000 deaths, 40 million jobless: US confronts grim COVID-19 realities - Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)

Large heroin bust in Arcata, one arrest

Newly renovated Eureka Veteran's Hall to re-open

5.28.20 Third COVID related death reported, no new cases confirmed today

A glimpse inside Alder Bay - North Coast Journal

Certified dine-in restaurants cleared to open Friday; certified business lists online

Nine water diversion violations found during Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) search warrants

5.27.20 Four new cases confirmed today

(UPDATE Missing Person Located in Scotia)

Rio Dell police seek information on urgent missing persons case involving a 14 y.o. girl

Huge illegal cultivation operation busted in Weitchpec area

5.26.20 No new cases confirmed today

Places of worship and certified restaurants set to reopen

5.25.20 Happy Memorial Day - Thank You to our Veterans!

One new case confirmed today

5.23.20 Two new cases confirmed today with staff at Alder Bay Assisted Living

5.22.20 Three new cases confirmed today

Homicide investigation on West Ave. Eureka

Humboldt County parks open for day-use only during Memorial Day weekend

Recognizing Memorial Day under shelter-in-place

5.21.20 Customers possibly exposed to COVID-19 at McKinleyville Aztec Grill/Chevron Station

No new cases confirmed today in Humboldt

5.20.20 Two new cases confirmed today

5.19.20 Five new cases reported today; second COVID-related death

Second death due to COVID-19 reported as resident of Alder Bay Assisted Living

Additional businesses now allowed to reopen under updated county order

5.18.20 Four additional new cases confirmed, first loss of life reported

Marijuana Enforcement Team search in Miranda nets large cannabis bust

First COVID-19 death in Humboldt County; Alder Bay resident passes away - Lost Coast Outpost

Community letter from Dr. Frankovich re. first Humboldt County COVID-19 death

5.16.20 Five new cases confirmed today; one at Alder Bay Assisted Living

5.15.20 Four new cases confirmed today; correction to yesterday's news release

County to re-open facilties to public on Monday, May 18th

Board of Supervisors meeting Tues May 19th 9:00am (online) - Agenda Packet includes 3rd quarter budget review, COVID-19 update and much much more...

Rio Dell City Council meeting Tues May 19th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes discussion of homelessness in Rio Dell, proposed operating and capital budget for FY 2020-21

Some, but not all businesses can begin to reopen

Humboldt and Del Norte are the only coastal counties in the state approved for reopening to date

5.14.20 One new case confirmed today at Alder Bay Assisted Living

California May Revise Budget Proposal

Humboldt County stage 2 variance approved by the state - 19 counties are now approved

Humboldt County moving forward with expanded reopening plans

5.13.20 Three COVID-19 cases confirmed today; two of which are at Alder Bay Assisted Living

County launches online tool to help businesses meet state reopening requirements

Overturned 18-wheeler on 5th & Broadway in Eureka

Large heroin bust near Miranda nets one arrest of Sinaloa Mexico resident

Humboldt County COVID-19 Business Resources and Information

Thousands attended a Mother's Day rodeo in Shasta County. Now plans to reopen businesses there could be delayed - Lost Coast Outpost

Local county variances approved by the state for Stage 2 reopening plans

5.12.20 Three new cases confirmed today; one more at Alder Bay Assisted Living

Humboldt County Board of Supervisors Special Meeting Wed. May 13th (online) - Agenda to approve a coronavirus variance request to the state

5.11.20 Four new cases reported today; two involve assisted living facility

California's Spring Fiscal Outlook: The 2020-21 Budget - Legislative Analysts Office

As U.S. meat workers fall sick and supplies dwindle, exports to China soar - Reuters

5.9.20 Two new cases of COVID-19 confirmed today

5.8.20 No new cases confirmed today

5.7.20 No new COVID-19 cases confirmed today in Humboldt

California just revealed a $54.3 billion deficit - signaling deep cuts ahead - CalMatters

The COVID-19 Pandemic and California's Budget Outlook - CA Dept. of Finance

A toe in the water - North Coast Journal Humboldt County slowly tries to reopen

Essential workers to get benefit of the doubt for workers comp if they contract COVID - CalMatters

5.6.20 One new case confirmed today

Soft opening of some Humboldt County businesses set for Friday

5.5.20 COVID-19 testing site open for business in Eureka - appointments required

No new COVID-19 cases confirmed today

5.4.20 Routine, elective and preventive health care to resume in Humboldt County

No additional cases confirmed today in Humboldt

5.2.20 No new cases confirmed today - case count stands at 54

How Jefferson and Franklin helped end smallpox in America - Governing.com

Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues May 5th 6:30pm (online) - Agenda Packet includes update on local health emergency and reopening strategy and more...

5.1.20 No additional cases confirmed today

Hydesville man arrested following neighbor dispute

Marijuana Enforcement Team serves search warrant in Garberville

4.30.20 Illegal trespassers cleared out of residence in Eureka

County officials applaud Gov's decision to keep North Coast beaches open

Sheriff signals strong opposition to anticipated beach closure announcement -Governor reverses decision and announces closure will only be for some southern CA counties and not statewide

No new cases confirmed today

Learn which community survey is right for you - provide feedback to the county re. COVID-19

SSI recipients with dependents must take action before May 5th to receive supplemental payment

4.29.20 Planet of the Humans

One additional case confirmed today

4.28.20 COVID-19 testing site continues to ramp up in Humboldt County

No additional cases confirmed today

Mattole Road search warrant finds illegal cannabis cultivation

4.27.20 No new cases today in Humboldt - 52 of the 53 cases have recovered

4.25.20 COVID-19 case count remains at 53 for Humboldt County

4.24.20 One new COVID-19 case confirmed in Humboldt today

Humboldt County increases COVID-19 testing with new community testing site

4.23.20 Eureka is offering early retirement ahead of COVID-19 budget sting - Redwood Times

4.22.20 No new cases today - geographic information on confirmed cases now available

4.21.20 Facial coverings to become mandatory starting Friday

Case count remains at 52 in Humboldt County

COVID-19 Humboldt County dialogue to be broadcast live Thursday Apr. 23rd

Postal service collapse could devastate seniors, small businesses and rural areas - McClatchy DC

4.20.20 Pandemic unemployment assistance information - applications can be submitted starting April 28th

Immediate action needed for Social Security or Railroad Retirement beneficiaries with dependents who do not file tax returns to receive $500 per child (under 16) stimulus payment

4.19.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Apr. 21st 6:30pm online - Agenda Packet Includes discussion on loan forbearance request to the state, approve resolution establishing a business resiliency emergency loan program and more...

4.18.20 Case count remains at 52 in Humboldt

Congress is investigating whether a ventilator company is gouging the U.S. - and why the government is letting it happen - ProPublica

4.17.20 No new cases in Humboldt today

Essential workers childcare assistance through Changing Tides - call to apply

Reward offered for information regarding shooting at HCSO Deputy on Hwy 36

USA coronavirus deaths hits record one-day total of 4,591 - The Hill

4.16.20 Case count remains at 52 in Humboldt

4.15.20 Humboldt coronavirus case count now stands at 52

4.14.20 One new case confirmed in Humboldt today

DOJ warns of increased fraud related to stimulus payments

Farmers are forced to let crops rot and throw away milk while food bank demand soars - CalMatters

4.13.20 No additional cases confirmed today

New $0 emergency bail rule implemented in response to COVID-19

North Coast SBDC Covid-19 resources for small businesses

Redwood Region Economic Development Commission (RREDC)

4.12.20 Happy Easter!

4.11.20 Humboldt County case count remains at 50 for fourth day in a row

4.10.20 Third consecutive day of no new COVID-19 cases in Humboldt County

IRS launches new tool to help non-filers register for economic impact payments

More CalFresh on your EBT card in April & May

4.9.20 Trying to Lead in Rio Dell - Northcoast Journal

Second day of no new COVID-19 cases reported in Humboldt County

E-account offers online library access to residents with no library card

Cooperative Extension offering online programs for 4-H, master gardners, raising chickens

4.8.20 Humboldt County clarifies allowable services list during the pandemic

No new positive COVID-19 cases today in Humboldt

4.7.20 Humboldt County COVID-19 case count reaches 50

CA courts issue emergency rule on evictions and foreclosures - Western Center on Law & Poverty

TurboTax launch free stimulus registration site - anyone who isn't usually required to file a tax return should consider registering in order to get their money faster

California Association of Food Banks COVID-19 Resources

4.6.20 Five new cases confirmed in Humboldt County

4.4.20 Local COVID-19 case count reaches 44 - three hospitalizations

Coronavirus global cases data by Johns Hopkins University

Humboldt County's response to the 1918 pandemic and what it teaches us - Northcoast Journal

4.3.20 Four new cases confirmed in Humboldt County today

Health officials in California change position on face mask effectiveness

Rio Dell Coronavirus Newsletter

COVID-19 Emergency Allotment for CalFresh Recipients Information - Western Center on Law & Poverty

How to respond to the 2020 Census if you have a P.O. Box

CA open data portal for COVID-19 state and county data

4.2.20 Nine new COVID-19 cases confirmed today to bring Humboldt total to 37

California debuts OnwardCA.org site for anyone who lost their job due to COVID-19 - includes links for unemployment, benefits, job matching, etc.

WARNING-Scams posing as emails and calls to confirm personal emails and banking information for coronavirus stimulus relief money have already been reported

IRS reverses itself - Social Security beneficiaries will not need to submit 'simplified tax return' in order to receive the stimulus payment - CT Mirror

Rio Dell Mayor Debra Garnes releases statement re. COVID-19

4.1.20 One new case of COVID-19 confirmed; limited demographic info now available

Happy Census Day! Census Bureau adapts to coronavirus outbreak - Pew Trusts complete your census online!!

Guidance on evictions for Humboldt renters

Some seniors, veterans and others who typically do not file tax returns will need to submit a 'simple tax return' to receive the COVID-19 stimulus payment - IRS.gov/coronavirus

3.31.20 Six new cases of coronavirus in Humboldt - community spread has been confirmed

Taxpayers paid millions to design a low-cost ventilator for a pandemic. Instead, the company is selling versions of it overseas - ProPublica

3.30.20 Senator McGuire to host tri-county virtual town hall re. coronavirus on Apr. 1st 6:30pm

Three more coronavirus cases confirmed today and an update shelter in place order is released

3.28.20 Four more positive cases confirmed in Humboldt County - total of 17 active cases

PPE distributed to agencies throughout Humboldt County

Rio Dell City Council March 27th Special Meeting Highlights (audio) - KMUD Reports includes coronavirus related eviction moratorium discussion, forbearance request and more

HSU partners with Public Health to locally produce COVID-19 test kits - Lost Coast Outpost

Humboldt County Office of Education COVID-19 school meal pickup times & locations

California COVID-19 eviction bans and tenant protections - NOLO

3.27.20 Two more coronavirus cases confirmed in Humboldt today - total of 13 active cases

Rio Dell Volunteer Corp responds to assist seniors during the pandemic

Humboldt County COVID-19 virtual town hall meeting Monday 3/30 at 6:30pm - click on the link for access information

3.26.20 First local COVID-19 hospitalization, two additional cases confirmed

Rio Dell City Council special (virtual) meeting Fri. March 27th 2pm - Agenda includes discussion of eviction and water shutoff moratorium, coronavirus issues and more. Live stream will be available here

Jerold Phelps Community Hospital and local partners offering shelter-in-place services for seniors in Southern Humboldt

3.25.20 Number of confirmed coronavirus cases doubles overnight in Humboldt County

Humboldt County BOS special (virtual) meeting Thurs March 26 1:30pm - Agenda includes update on local conditions surrounding COVID-19 Live stream will be available here

California Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response website - stay home except for essential needs

3.24.20 COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic worldometer

John Hopkins Coronavirus resource center data map

Fifth case of COVID-19 in Humboldt County

Fourth case of COVID-19 confirmed in Humboldt County - Public Health seeks traveler info

Third case of COVID-19 confirmed in Humboldt County

Yurok Tribe closes its tribal lands to nonresidents over COVID-19 - Redwood Times

California closes parking lots at beaches and parks to stem spread of coronavirus - CalMatters

3.23.20 Humboldt County Public Health Lab Report coronavirus update

Oregon governor issues 'stay at home' order to enforce coronavirus restrictions - OregonLive

3.22.20 What stores have special hours for seniors, disabled folks? - Redwood Times

CA companies making ventilators, changes to eviction rules coming - SacBee

People pack CA beaches and parks despite shelter in place orders - SF Gate Officials to close most of Point Reyes National Seashore in response

3.20.20 Second case of COVID-19 confirmed in Humboldt County

Rio Dell issues coronavirus/COVID-19 update

Frequently asked questions re. Humboldt County shelter in place order

Stay up to date with Humboldt Health Alert

More than half the counties in U.S. have no ICU beds - Kaiser Health News

Residents reminded to reserve 9-1-1 for emergencies, not inquiries about COVID-19

DHS guidance on essential critical infrastructure workers during COVID-19 crisis

CDC instructions on disinfecting your home if someone is sick

3.19.20 Statewide order to shelter in place issued by Gov. Newsom - SacBee

Humboldt County shelter in place order starting midnight tonight - Times Standard

Read the Humboldt County shelter in place order here

Monterey Bay Aquarium live cams

3.18.20 County of Humbolt takes precautions against COVID-19 - county services information

CSAC Resources Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) - excellent listing of resources

3.17.20 Happy St. Patrick's Day

Alternative Access to Rio Dell City Council Meeting

CA legislature passes $1.1 billion in emergency coronavirus funding - then leaves the Capitol - CalMatters

3.16.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Mar 17th 6:30pm - Agenda Packet Includes discussion on COVID-19 and related disaster declarations, adoption of municipal code updates and more...

Rio Dell Nuisance Advisory Committee Meeting Wed Mar 18th 3:00pm - Agenda Packet includes discussion on animals running at large, Community Service Officer for code enforcement and animal control and more...

Online coronavirus assessment tool developed by St. Joseph Health

California Department of Public Health Coronavirus/COVID-19 Updates

Humboldt County Department of Public Health Coronavirus/COVID-19 local updates

Normal life on pause in California - CalMatters

3.15.20 Eureka City Schools decide to close; now all major Humboldt County school districts have canceled classes - Lost Coast Outpost

3.14.20 Humboldt County BOS special meeting Mon. Mar 16th 1:30pm - Agenda Packet to consider changes to county employee procedures, leave accruals and telecommuting in response to COVID-19

DOJ charges 17 alleged MS-13 gang members in San Francisco

3.12.20 Humboldt Health Alert - for local Coronavirus/COVID-19 information

Grand opening of Proper Wellness Center in Rio Dell postponed - dispensary is open for business in the meantime

3.11.20 Public Health Officials Declare Emergency, Announce Local Testing Capabilities

Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU)

Humboldt County Drug Task Force makes large heroin bust with three arrests

3.7.20 Proper Wellness Center Dispensary Grand Opening - the first of three dispensaries in Rio Dell

Humboldt County using satellites to survey illegal cannabis cultivation

Jesus Andres Pastrana arrested for drug trafficking near Zane Middle School

Prostitution sting in Eureka nets two arrests

US Honor Flag to commemorate future Eureka Fallen Fighfighter Memorial site

3.3.20 Humboldt County 2020 Presidential Primary Election Results

3.2.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues March 3rd 6:30pm - Agenda Packet Includes mid-year financial report, discussion of loose dogs, and more...

2.26.20 Jury finds Jack Kyle Daniels guilty of first-degree robbery in Eureka

2.25.20 Ryder Dale Stapp sentenced to 11 years for vehicular manslaughter

Second Humboldt County patient test "indeterminate" for COVID-19 Coronavirus

Wanted person Kevin Haberman arrested by SWAT in Eureka

Ettersburg homicide investigation update - victim identified

Fortuna PD arrests one on felony narcotics probation with 7 ounces of heroin

Hot hemp pits states against feds - Stateline

The hidden housing measure in that school bond on the March ballot - Lost Coast Outpost

2.23.20 Highlights from the 2.18.20 Rio Dell City Council meeting - KMUD Reports includes Scotia sewer connection discussion and upcoming planning commission meeting to review commercial cannabis permit applications

2.21.20 First case of COVID-19 (coronavirus) confirmed in Humboldt County

Rio Dell Planning Commission Meeting Tues Feb 25 6:30pm - Agenda Packet includes discussion of conditional use permits for two large cannabis businesses and more...

HCDTF arrests two for methamephetamine and marijuana sales in Rio Dell

Fortuna detectives arrest one for narcotics sales

2.19.20 River Bluff Cottages Project Opens its Doors in Rio Dell

2.18.20 McKinleyville burglary suspect arrested

Ettersburg homicide suspect arrested

California takes a first step toward improving its failing county jails - ProPublica

2.16.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Feb. 18th 6:30pm - Agenda Packet Includes discussion on policy governing discontinuance of water service for non payment, appoint committee related to proposal for utility rate study and more...

2.10.20 Joint area fugitive apprehension team makes local arrests

102 month sentence for Efrain Torres for extensive Bay Area drug trafficking network

Michael Valls arrested for vandalism at Republican Headquarters in Eureka

2.6.20 Water rescue Humboldt Bay

2.5.20 Michael Philip Acosta and others busted by HCDTF after a year-long investigation

Brent John Holdridge arrested in Eureka after probation search turns up hidden room

2.4.20 Jury finds David Kobak guilty of 2nd degree murder

2.2.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues Feb 4th 6:30pm - Agenda Packet Includes discussion of public donations to River Bluff Cottages, Measure Z application, water rate ordinance changes to comply with Senate Bill 998 and more...

1.30.20 Fugitive Wanted in Connection to Rio Dell Homicide in Custody

Two arrests by Humboldt County Drug Task Force for heroin sales

Ramon Leonicio Moreno-Munguia arrested for methamphetamine sales

Warrant sweep nets two arrests with six others sought

Humboldt County DHHS welcomes new Health Officer, Dr. Teresa Frankovich

1.29.20 Humboldt County Supervisors Candidate Forum tonight 6:30pm at College of the Redwoods - candidates for District 1 & 2 will be debating

Public works director and local restauranteur charged with public corruption

1.27.20 Arrest Made in Rio Dell Homicide

1.20.20 Rio Dell City Council Meeting Tues. Jan. 21st 6:30pm - Agenda Packet Includes reappointment to planning commission, city response to Rio Dell fire district annexation notice, water shutoff protection act discussion and more...

Rio Dell Nuisance Advisory Committee Meeting Weds Jan. 22nd 3:00pm - Agenda Packet

1.16.20 Audit reveals failure to test millions of babies for lead - North Coast Journal Some of the highest concentrations of childhood lead levels are found in Rio Dell, Scotia and McKinleyville

1.15.20 Humboldt County Drug Task Force Scores again Meth Heroin more!!!

1.13.20 Stolen vehicle pursuit in McKinleyville

Scam Alert!! Phone scam targeting residents claims to be with the HCSO

1.10.20 King Salmon Sting Nets Heroin and More!

1.8.19 Two arrests in Drug Task Force bust at Bear River Casino Hotel

Explosive ordinance disposal unit called out to Humboldt Hill for suspicious device

Animal control seeks information regarding found dog near Loleta

Update: fatal hit and run investigation

1.7.19 Timber theft investigation

DUI collision into unoccupied house in Eureka

Assault with a deadly weapon

1.5.20 Rio Dell City Council meeting Tues Jan 7th 6:30pm - Agenda Packet includes discussion of Danco project, ethics article, first reading of water efficient landscape ordinance and more...

12.31.19 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) takes effect tomorrow - EFF

12.30.19 Dave Barry's Year in Review 2019 - Miami Herald

CA gave billions in taxpayer money to improve jails but that's not how these sheriffs are spending it - ProPublica

Garberville home invasion armed robbery

Willow Creek stabbing investigation

Update: suspicious circumstances investigation

12.27.19 When the waters rose in 1964 - North Coast Journal

12.19.19 Neil Eugene Kemp busted with Heroin and Fentanyl believed to be aquired from the Central Valley

12.18.19 Rio Dell Pleased With Terra Gen Vote, Thanks Supervisor Fennell

12.17.19 Terra-Gen wind project appeal is rejected by the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors in a 3-2 vote

Missing person/runaway juvenile

12.13.19 Humboldt County BOS Special Meeting Monday Dec. 16th 9:00am at the Adorni Center in Eureka Includes the first of two days scheduled for Terra-Gen wind project denial appeal hearing

Continued special meeting re. Terra-Gen Tuesday Dec. 17th 9:00am at the Adorni Center

Two charged with distributing counterfeit oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl

Stolen van leads to arrest near Redway

12.12.19 Butane hash lab busted in Phillipsville

Open house Saturday at Humboldt County Animal Shelter

12.11.19 Robbery investigation update - Melbourne Miller arrested

The December 17th Rio Dell City Council meeting is cancelled - next meeting is Jan. 7th, 2020

Roy Leon Moran arrested for stealing packages in Eureka

12.10.19 The 12.3.19 Rio Dell City Council meeting is online!

HCSO welcomes new Office of Emergency Services Manager

Suspected PG&E phone scam claiming service shut-off imminent

Eureka robbery investigation

White House veterans helped gulf monarchy build secret surveillance unit - Reuters

12.7.19 This day in history - Pearl Harbor attacked Never Forget

San Francisco man sentenced to 97 months for receiving child pornography from minors

San Francisco Acupuncturist Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud in False Billing Scheme

Carolina Liquid Chemistries, inc., Sentenced to Pay $50,000 for Developing and Marketing Drug Tests without FDA Approval

12.5.19 Freshly shaved effeminate man (head shaved no facial hair on either incident) threatens me (Steven L. Wolff) of Rio Dell Times (on my front porch). E-mail if you have seen this person or know who he is. He claims to be Armenian/Greek who does not reside in Rio Dell. He looks to be around 5' 10" sometimes has a skateboard and claims to “like bong hits on the streets while watching the Rio Dell Times!”  Also likes to make kissy faces. First incident, which occurred a couple of days ago, he had hair down to the bottom of his ears "it is now shaved." We want to know the name of this person in order to forward on to authorities. Your name/s will be kept confidential. Steven L. Wolff

Also: The 12.3.19 Rio Dell CIty Council Meeting will be coming soon. Merry Christmas!

12.4.19 Armed robbery in McKinleyville leads to arrest in Eureka

12.3.19 Humboldt County BOS hearing re. Terra-Gen wind project denial appeal - Lost Coast Outpost Hearing is Monday December 16th 9am at the Adorni Center

How to vote for U.S President in the March 3rd primary election

Hit and run investigation in Eureka

Fortuna Police Chief announces retirement

HCSO K9 team locates methamphetamine during traffic stop in McKinleyville

12.2.19 Rio Dell City Council meeting Tues Dec. 3rd 6:30pm - Agenda Packet includes presentation on solar feasibility study, update on Terra-Gen wind project, Danco project update, water efficient landscape ordinance and more...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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