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A local woman pleaded not guilty in the death of her 2-year-old foster child. The accused is known for her fight against cystic fibrosis and looks to dispute murder and assault charges, which the DA says stem from a 2021 incident and an extensive investigation. The specifics of the toddler's death have not yet been publicly disclosed. The 37-year-old suspect’s family has reportedly raised concerns about her ability to get adequate medical care while in jail. *** RHBB [Some members of the public have expressed shock saying the woman’s reputation doesn’t match allegations of child killing. -MC]
Drive-by shootings near the golf course in Eureka have cops looking for info. Thankfully nobody has been hurt so far with shots fired into homes on Alto Street, but the Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate incidents happening within a week. *** HCSO press release
The Sheriff’s Office made their TV debut with ‘On Patrol: Live.’ The reality show is similar to ‘Cops.’ The first episode featured deputies responding to disputes and arrests, with critics wondering if the program sensationalizes people’s personal struggles. One segment showed two women in a dispute over a living arrangement escalating to mutual assault claims, and another showed a traffic stop leading to the arrest of someone with an outstanding warrant. *** RHBB
Humboldt County’s offshore wind project is uncertain with another Trump presidency. The project was set in motion with a historic $426 million grant under the Biden administration. Trump has opposed offshore wind and his administration may look to slow or prevent these projects by preventing future funding. That said, a CalMatters report says Trump cannot stop offshore wind projects with an executive order. The potential offshore wind project off our beautiful coast has been viewed as a potential economic lifeline. *** TS / CalMatters
A local organization is reaffirming that we’re a ‘sanctuary county.’ In light of recent Trump election promises regarding mass deportations, the Humboldt County Human Rights Commission says they’re dedicated to addressing discrimination and ensuring no unlawful or inhumane actions target community members. They have an upcoming meeting on Dec. 5. *** RHBB
Cal Poly Humboldt’s new interim president says that their previous enrollment goals were ‘outlandish.’ Michael Spagna says he’s focused on steadying the university during its transition to a polytechnic while they pick a president who embraces the campus and local community. He hopes to meet more realistic enrollment goals and reel in students who are unable to get into the other Cal Polys in California. *** LoCo [The success of Cal Poly Humboldt correlates with the success of our local economy -MC]
Cal Poly Humboldt has 23 communications majors who are Pelican Bay inmates. The state prison near Crescent City just received statewide recognition from CalMatters for their groundbreaking efforts in providing inmates an opportunity to earn bachelor’s degrees. The program is supplemented by a longer-standing College of the Redwoods program offering associate degrees to inmates at the state prison up north with a notorious history. *** CalMatters
Supervisors voted to suspend county cannabis taxes in 2025 and provide a break on 2024 taxes. The once thriving and now struggling local cannabis industry needs all the help it can get as Humboldt County is now exploring a new system to replace Measure S county cannabis taxes. *** LoCo
An alleged slippery bank robber who evaded Eureka cops on a bicycle in 2021 was arrested in Mayland. He’d allegedly targeted the Northern Redwood Federal Credit Union in Eureka. Detectives found the guy and now he’s awaiting extradition back here. *** RHBB
California’s Attorney General is warning against potentially deceptive ‘puppy mills.’ He noted the widespread issue of breeders who mislead buyers into thinking the dogs are well cared for, but in reality, they’re malnourished in poor conditions. The AG says to please adopt from shelters or verify breeder credibility when thinking of getting a puppy, and to please report any breeders that may be harming puppies. *** Press release via RHBB [Voters in a Humboldt Last Week story poll on Instagram saw 69% saying "ban puppy mills," 27% saying "adopt don't shop," and 5% saying "caution is needed." Zero voters said puppy mills are "fine." - MC]
The Wiyot Tribe celebrated the return of 357 acres of land at the Samoa Dunes. The transfer was led by Friends of the Dunes allowing the tribe to renew traditions and conduct environmental work, among other things. *** North Coast News
Sequoia Park Zoo’s new red panda Saffron came from a zoo in Kansas. They’ve nicknamed the young dudette Baby Spice. So if you wanna be her viewer, you gotta get with the zoo. She’ll be on social media now and for the public eye in about a month. Eureka’s Sequoia Park Zoo was founded in 1907 and has over 150 animals along with its Redwood Skywalk. *** NCJ
Ex-Eureka Logger Mo Charlo is an assistant coach for the LA Lakers organization. Mo played pro basketball for about 20 years across the globe and now he’s helping to lead the South Bay Lakers, a farm team for the LA Lakers with a roster including Lebron James’ son Bronny. Mo’s also had the opportunity to work with Lebron. He said: “I was thinking I’ve come a long way from being a young kid in Humboldt County with a dream.” *** Humboldt Sports
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