Local News

• Woman Stabbed In Ukiah Over The Weekend
  A female was reportedly stabbed Saturday evening on Pinoleville Road in Ukiah.   A  caller reported an argument between a male and female, followed by the female yelling that she had been stabbed. An intoxicated juvenile male suspect reportedly left the scene, with an unknown direction of travel on Highway 101.  Law enforcement and medical […]
• Mendocino CEO Announces Retirement
  Chief Executive Officer Darcie Antle, calling her time a “wild ride,” announced her retirement from Mendocino County government, effective at the end of June 2026. She informed the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, following a two-day workshop on county priorities, which Fourth District Supervisor Bernie Norvell credited her office with initiating.
• Lake County Sewage Spill Update
  Lake County has updated the Robin Lane sewer spill, dropping the affected area from 357 to 328 acres.  A town hall is set for tomorrow at 6 p.m. at Clearlake City Hall.   Well sanitization is ongoing. Sampling resumes today-Tuesday.  Crews are “potholing” to locate a smaller 10-inch sewer force main, with little explanation as […]
• Beach Hazards Statement For Mendo Coast
  A beach hazards statement is in effect through tonight.  Watch for sneaker waves that can sweep people into the sea unexpectedly.  Beachcombing is not advised.
• Redwood Valley Man Found Guilty of Causing Accident
  A Mendocino County jury convicted David Lee Roy McCarty, 39, of Redwood Valley, of felony drunken driving charges on Friday. The conviction follows a September 2023, head-on collision south of Hopland after McCarty crossed out of his lane. He was found guilty of DUI and causing severe injuries to the driver and injuring two passengers. […]
• Kelseyville Man Arrested, Charged With Attempted Murder
  Travis Bonson, 45, of Kelseyville, was arrested Friday after allegedly assaulting an adult female on Single Spring Drive. Bonson reported the incident to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office; deputies found the victim critically injured and hospitalized her. Bonson was arrested and is being held in the Lake County Jail on $725,000 bail, facing felony charges […]
• Lake County Sewage Spill Update
  Since January 11, 2026, a ruptured 16-inch force main has released 2.9 million gallons of sewage, contaminating 357 acres in Lake County. High groundwater is rapidly spreading the contamination, resulting in extremely high coliform and E.coli levels. A town hall is set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, with the location to be announced. Public Health advises […]
• Public Memorial For Late Congressman LaMalfa Slated For 24th
  California’s First Congressional District is hosting a memorial for the late Congressman Doug LaMalfa on Jan. 24 at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico. Tickets are required for all attendees, including children, and can be requested at douglamalfa.com/memorial. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Oroville Rescue Mission. Doors open at 10 […]
• Prescribed Burns In Mendocino National Forest Continue
  The Mendocino National Forest is continuing prescribed burn operations in the Northshore Project through spring. Smoke may be visible from communities around Clear Lake. As the large machine-made piles continue to smolder, there may be some visible glow overnight. More information is on their Facebook page.
• Residents Affected By Sewage Spill Have Assistance Available
  Clearlake residents in the 2026 Robin Lane Sewer Spill area may get temporary Social Services aid for hotels or home repairs if they are 60+, a disabled dependent adult, an IHSS recipient, or a family receiving CalWORKs. If you or a household member is 60+, a disabled dependent adult, or an adult receiving IHSS, contact […]