Humboldt Last Week
346 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsHumboldt County's award-winning weekly news program. Available where you get podcasts and at humboldtlastweek.com
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(Listen) HACHR Talks Corrected News, SpongeBob Helps HSU, Top Spots For Singles, Other Top Stories
September 08, 2018 17:22 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner - Phoebe Hunt in Ferndale Sep. 12 Humboldt Last Week, Episode 96 HACHR Talks Corrected Article (4:38) The Eureka-backed non-profit HACHR had a tense week after a news story about them had to be corrected. Hoping to send ...
(Listen) Humboldt-Raised Athlete, Watermelon Crusher, Blasts Fake Beauty Apps, Other Top Stories
September 01, 2018 16:23 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBEpisode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner - Phoebe Hunt in Ferndale Sep. 12 Refresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Humboldt Last Week, Episode 95 - Humboldt Raised Athlete, Watermelon Crusher, Blasts Fake Beauty Apps (8:05) ... Kortney Olson is a bodybuilder with the strongest thighs on the planet, th...
‘Predator’ Placement Contested, Doc Gets Sundance Support, Praise From LA TV, Other Top Stories
August 25, 2018 16:43 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MBEpisode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Hops in Humboldt (Aug. 25) - Cafe Nooner - Phoebe Hunt in Ferndale Sep. 12 Refresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Humboldt Last Week, Episode 94 ‘Violent Sexual Predator’ Placement Up In The Air Upcoming Cannabis Doc ‘Lady Buds’ Features Humboldt W...
(Listen) Kitchen To Plead Guilty, ‘Josiah’ Update, Brewery Adds Eureka Location, Other Top Stories
August 18, 2018 19:03 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBEpisode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Hops in Humboldt (Aug. 25) - Cafe Nooner - Phoebe Hunt in Ferndale Sep. 12 Marci Kitchen looks to plead guilty over two years after allegedly killing two teenagers while drunk and fleeing the scene (7:41), Arcata’s interim police chief says charges in the killing of ‘Josiah’ Lawson could come in six to eight weeks (5:22), a popular Arcata brewery expands to Eureka (7:21), and other top stories (Episode 93). Refresh yourself or cat...
Bareilles Developing TV Show, a Trendy Nod, Kitchen Asks For Trial Elsewhere, Other Top Stories
August 04, 2018 19:08 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MBEPISODE 92 PARTNERS: Phoebe Hunt in Ferndale Sep. 12 - Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Hops in Humboldt (Aug. 25) - Cafe Nooner Humboldt-raised superstar Sara Bareilles is reportedly working on a new TV show with an ultra-talented director, a travel site says Humboldt has one of the trendiest neighborhoods on the west coast, high profile double manslaughter suspect Marci Kitchen wants a rare venue change, and other top stories from last week. Humboldt Last Week also includes addi...
Scare for Fieri, McKinley Arguments, NFLer Gets HSU Nod, Chipotle Location?; Other Top Stories
July 28, 2018 18:14 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBEpisode partners: Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Hops in Humboldt (Aug. 25) Humboldt grown celebrity chef Guy Fieri had a scary Shark Week experience, Arcata has posted official arguments for and against the removal of the McKinley statue on the plaza, NFL free agent Taylor Boggs is among those recently honored in HSU Athletics’ Hall of Fame, rumors swirl of a Chipotle Mexican Grill location in Eureka (6:02), and other top stories (Episode 91). Refresh yourself or ...
(Listen) Laser Tag, National Recognition, Ex-Humboldtian Earns Emmy Nomination; Other Top Stories
July 21, 2018 18:38 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode partners: Hops in Humboldt (Aug. 25) - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. Humboldt Last Week, Episode 90 - Laser Tag and More Announced as Features of Forthcoming Family Fun Center - Locally-Raised Woman May Win an Emmy Award in September - L...
Vote to End Daylight Saving Time? Community Leaders Weigh In; Other Top Stories
July 07, 2018 17:28 - 9 minutes - 8.64 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode 89 partners: Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Vote to End Daylight Saving Time? Community Leaders Weigh In (5:12) Coming up in November California will vote on whether or not daylight saving time is worth keeping. In short the bill’s auth...
(Listen) Heckled Cop Admits Saying 'Go Back to the Reservation': Humboldt Reacts; Other Top Stories
June 30, 2018 18:13 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MB(Episode 88)The Eureka Police Department is investigating an officer who admitted on camera to telling a Native American man working on his car along the waterfront to “go back to the reservation.” In the footage the man can be heard responding with some insults of his own. The ‘Department has a zero-tolerance policy for racially insensitive comments. As the incident garners widespread attention, reactions and analysis are shared while body cam footage could eventually reveal more. Also: - M...
(Listen) Beach Exorcism Mom: Psych Lecturer Has Rationale on Related Incidents; Other Top Stories
June 23, 2018 17:56 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Humboldt Clothing Co. - Cafe Nooner Humboldt Last Week, Episode 87 - Beach Exorcism Mom: Psych Lecturer Has Rationale on Related Incidents (5:34) The mom from Ferndale was found not guilty by reason of insanity in the attempted mur...
Former Murder Suspect Sues Arcata, County Paying $3.5 Million After Jail Death; Other Top Stories
June 16, 2018 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode 86 partners: Cafe Nooner, Bongo Boy Studio, Humboldt Clothing Co. Former Murder Suspect Sues Arcata, Says Cops Defamed Him While Investigating Death of HSU Student (7:12) “I had a law professor look over his entire complaint,” said North Coast Journal Editor Tha...
'('Times) Ignored the Many Good Things Happening Here,' EPD Chief Interviewed; Other Top Stories
May 26, 2018 18:29 - 24 minutes - 22 MBRefresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Episode partners: Humboldt Clothing Co. - Cafe Nooner - Bongo Boy Studio Humboldt Last Week, Episode 85 - ‘(The New York Times) Ignored the Many Good Things Happening Here,’ EPD Chief Interviewed (4:40) Eureka Police Chief Steve Watson talks about his city’s challenge...
Angry Business Owner Has Nearby Cat Painting Scratched, Artist Interviewed; Other Top Stories
May 19, 2018 17:52 - 13 minutes - 12 MBEpisode partners: Cafe Nooner / Bongo Boy Studio / Humboldt Clothing Co. Refresh yourself or catch up on local news with Humboldt Last Week. It begins with quick summaries and often finishes with an interview or longer story. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Humboldt Last Week, Episode 84 - Angry Business Owner Has Nearby Cat Painting Scratched, Artist Interviewed (6:42) Samantha Moore has agreed to paint another utility box for the City of Eureka, pe...
Episode 83
May 12, 2018 19:43 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBHumboldt Last Week is intended to be an enjoyable new way to catch up on some local news. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. When you click play it may take a few seconds to start. Episode partners: Humboldt Clothing Co. / Cafe Nooner / Bongo Boy Studio Humboldt Last Week, Episode 83 (7:02): Last week the New York Times put out an article noting Humboldt County as the place hit worst by the opioid epidemic in all of California -- a place with an opioid de...
Episode 82
May 05, 2018 17:56 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBEpisode partners: Cafe Nooner / Bongo Boy Studio Humboldt Last Week is a hopefully enjoyable new way to catch up on some local news. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. When you click play it may take a few seconds to start. Some stories discussed with Humboldt County Supervisor Estelle Fennell (10:38): Supervisor Fennell elected president of California Cannabis Authority She delves into how she believes this role will help Humboldt and discusses legal r...
Episode 81
April 28, 2018 15:49 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MBHumboldt Last Week is a hopefully enjoyable new way to catch up on some local news. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. When you click play it may take a few seconds to start. Episode partners: Cafe Nooner / Bongo Boy Studio Some stories covered in this episode? - HSU alum Alex Cappa selected by Tampa Bay in NFL draft - David Josiah Lawson murder case: Bold blood test allegations and denials - Marci Kitchen’s lawyer reportedly may request another delay - ...
Episode 80
April 21, 2018 20:33 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBHumboldt Last Week is a hopefully enjoyable new way to catch up on some local news. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. When you click play it may take a few seconds to start. Episode partners: Cafe Nooner / Bongo Boy Studio Some stories covered in this episode? - Local driver recalls killer Robert Durst just before alleged murder trip, hearings begin (9:23) - Controversial hash lab between Arcata and Blue Lake not happening - Cannabis shop opens at Humbo...
Episode 79
April 14, 2018 18:17 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBHumboldt Last Week is a hopefully enjoyable new way to catch up on some local news. Available where you get podcasts and downloadable for later listening. Some stories covered in this episode? - Arcata City Councilmember Paul Pitino discusses police chief’s resignation, Lawson case, McKinley statue, and his priorities for Arcata (10:28) - In-N-Out Burger addresses rumors of Humboldt location - Elderly woman, alleged retirement home meth peddler, turns heads in court - Marci Kitchen, accused...
[Listen] ‘Reducing Crime’ initiative supported by ‘Supervisors; Last week’s top stories
April 07, 2018 21:54 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBWith what many call the “revolving door” at the jail comes majority support from the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors for an initiative called the “Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act.” “Serial property theft would mean a year in jail rather than probation -- that’s a big one,” said Lost Coast Outpost reporter Ryan Burns. The measure which is still in the signature gathering phase aims to make serial theft a felony, reduce early release numbers for violent prisoners, increase...
Grammy-nominated drummer from Humboldt on new LP with Faith No More producer; Other top stories
March 31, 2018 15:13 - 16 minutes - 11 MBWhy do some of us care about who Humboldt-raised superstar Sara Bareilles is dating? Sure, she has a massive list of more noteworthy creative achievements, but last week some of the millions of readers of Elite Daily were drawn to a story with the headline: “Who is Sara Bareilles’ boyfriend? The pair have an adorable story.” As curiosity struck this apparently shameless writer and he clicked in, we wondered why he and others are drawn to this kind of information about people they’d likely ne...
Guy Fieri admired again for officiating gay weddings in honor of late sister; Other top stories
March 25, 2018 16:10 - 14 minutes - 9.85 MBHumboldt’s celebrity chef from Ferndale went viral on the internet once again last week, garnering over 31,000 upvotes on the social site Reddit for officiating gay weddings in honor of his late sister. Also: The high-profile arrest of Ray Christie for animal cruelty, another Sara Bareilles update, High Times taking on Reggae on the River, the former Eureka K-Mart building is no longer an option for County offices, win tickets to see Wyclef Jean at the Mateel March 28, Arcata moves forward w...
New efforts underway for community pool in Fortuna; Last week’s top stories
March 18, 2018 02:10 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBEfforts are currently underway looking into the possibility of building a community pool in Fortuna, potentially at the site of an upcoming community center off Newburg Road (11:56). Also: Sara Bareilles is likely getting involved in an “Alice in Wonderland” musical, suspects plead guilty to manslaughter and other charges in a hash lab explosion in Rio Dell, a wrongful death claim in Arcata, our neighbors up north say no to commercial cannabis, hundreds of Humboldt students participated in ...
Eureka councilmember, candidate, share different views on needle ordinance; Last week’s top stories
March 11, 2018 16:33 - 22 minutes - 13.1 MBThe Eureka City Council passed an ordinance requiring needle exchange programs to keep needle distribution records, refer drug users to treatment, and do weekly community cleanups. City Council Member Austin Allison supports the ordinance but wants amendments, for one something that provides incentive for higher needle return rates. City Council candidate John Fullerton wants the city to switch to one-for-one exchange rather than needs-based. (Begins at 12:47) Also: Sara Bareilles is getting...
Jury considering fate of man accused of murdering wife’s boyfriend; Last week’s top stories
March 04, 2018 17:01 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBA jury trial began for a man accused of murdering a man he once believed was a friend, but was reportedly found to be involved in an intimate relationship with his wife. A self-defense tragedy or cold-blooded murder, Lost Coast Outpost reporter Rhonda Parker discusses her coverage and the trial so far. Also: Humboldt is getting a doctor residency program as early as this summer, Eureka’s potential amendment to policy on needle exchange, Marci Kitchen’s lawyers dropped her as a client, a big ...
Humboldt’s cannabis connection with Europe, and legalization so far; Last week’s top stories
February 25, 2018 17:20 - 30 minutes - 21 MBJournalist Kym Kemp discusses an article she was interviewed for about Eastern Europeans -- including doctors and lawyers -- moving to Humboldt in large numbers to work on cannabis farms, hearing sometimes exaggerated tales of the riches earned here. She also discusses the state of legal recreational cannabis in Humboldt so far (12:12). Also: A man is accused of murdering his sister in Hoopa, Netflix is shooting here, Arcata’s vanished mystery cabin pops up online again, Fern Canyon gets som...
Girl, backed by bikers, testifies against ‘spooky storyteller’; Last week’s top stories
February 18, 2018 18:06 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBA girl who testified against a ‘spooky storyteller’ accused of child molestation was backed in the courthouse by members of Bikers Against Child Abuse. The president of the local chapter said they show up in situations such as this only when invited and stressed their mission to protect and empower abused children while following a number of protocols. Also: Cannabis farmers tell local officials taxes and fees are preventing them from success, an actor joins us in spreading the word about t...
HSU grad, SpongeBob creator, given lifetime achievement award; Last week’s top stories
February 11, 2018 17:30 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBHSU grad and SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenberg was given lifetime achievement nod at the Annie Awards. “...Hillenberg, who was diagnosed with ALS this past year was (in attendance) and received a standing ovation,” wrote The Hollywood Reporter. “Tom Kenny, who is the voice actor for SpongeBob, made the stage presentation and accepted the award...” Also: Win tickets to see Afroman in Blue Lake Feb. 15, Lonely Planet selects Humboldt as the most compelling vacation destination of 2018, Humb...
Late HSU student, theater standout, awarded posthumous degree with honors; Last week’s top stories
February 04, 2018 18:58 - 14 minutes - 8.5 MB(11:43)A late HSU student and theater standout was awarded a posthumous degree with honors. Also: An alleged serial killer awaiting an unrelated trial is possibly linked to one of Humboldt’s missing, the “missing woman” starring on a show with millions of viewers, Humboldt is enticing if you know how to do it right, a Supervisor’s private flight to Sacramento is questioned, crime updates, and other top stories from last week.
Accused murderer of ex foster parent likely headed to adult court; Last week’s top stories
January 28, 2018 17:17 - 20 minutes - 11.8 MBNamed by the DA’s office, a teenager accused of murdering his former foster parent is likely headed to adult court. The victim had two adopted sons and dozens of foster children over the years. Two of the victim’s family members provide details on the victim, the teenager, and how they interacted over the years... Also: Finders keepers in not the HSU way, rent went up and the home vacancy rate went down, a hotline aimed to fight ICE, a pure and udder debate on raw milk, more college football ...
Family member praises lifesaving dog after fire, seeking housing; Top stories from last week
January 21, 2018 20:00 - 16 minutes - 9.39 MB(10:48) A family member is praising a lifesaving dog after a house fire in Eureka. They're also in need of housing. Also: A Eureka mom said a woman tried to steal her truck with her baby inside, a condemned property displacing families, a Humboldt-shot film makes a Rolling Stone list, illegal outdoor cannabis woes, Mateel woes, good news for Eureka’s economy, the HSU alum headed for the NFL draft gets a huge nod, a hero, the Chronicle’s choice of the coolest thing to do in Humboldt, top cri...
Coordinator chats about LA flights starting this summer; Top stories from last week
January 14, 2018 00:21 - 24 minutes - 14 MBHumboldt County Aviation Program Coordinator Emily Jacobs discusses what what it’ll take for the upcoming LA flight to remain long-term, the benefits of the flight, price expectations, the airport’s name, and much more. Also: The memorial lighthouse in Trinidad is moved, Safeway no longer open 24 hours, the Fortuna ice rink won’t happen next winter unless they find new organizers, another Nickelodeon cartoonist with Humboldt ties, an officer who fought cancer is back on the job, a local nove...
Local woman featured on ‘Jerry Springer Show’ discusses experience; Top stories from last week
December 30, 2017 23:41 - 27 minutes - 15.9 MBA Eureka woman discusses she and her boyfriend’s appearance on “The Jerry Springer Show” a few months back. The poor character they exemplified on the show was exaggerated. Also: A great achievement by a local cheerleader, a Kringle arrested in Arcata before Christmas, dumb criminals, a heartfelt thank-you and good advice from a family going through a difficult time, an Arcata art educator gets a major nod from the Governor, memorial lighthouse issues in Trinidad, an Arcata mom continues to ...
Man that allegedly shot deputy near Ferndale pleads not guilty; Humboldt’s last week of news
December 24, 2017 00:24 - 23 minutes - 13.4 MBTS reporter Will Houston discusses an incident near Ferndale that has a Mexican national accused of shooting a Sheriff's Deputy. Regarding the incident he discusses a press conference, court appearance, national coverage, and how the suspect’s citizenship status could impact his case moving forward. Also: Fortuna High School’s football team wins state, an incredible act of anonymous kindness, needle disposal kiosks are now installed in Eureka, AT&T talks outages, protecting the Humboldt bran...
Reporter discusses high-profile Manila murder coverage; Humboldt’s last week of news
December 16, 2017 20:02 - 22 minutes - 12.8 MBLoCO reporter Rhonda Parker discusses what’s believed to have happened the night of a high-profile murder in Manila, who the suspects are in relation to each other, unproven accusations of child molestation as a possible motive for the murder, and how a flipped suspect could impact the case moving forward. Also: An alleged hitman hiring, a school district looks to resolve past complaints of racial discrimination against Native American students, a national hat-tip to a couple HSU football pl...
'The Office' actor on shooting indie comedy in Humboldt; Humboldt’s last week of news
December 09, 2017 23:17 - 16 minutes - 9.72 MBActor Craig Robinson (The Office, This Is The End, Pineapple Express) discusses shooting the indie comedy "An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn" in Humboldt County. The film is set to premiere next month at the Sundance Film Festival. Also: Bill Murray impressed Humboldt, a local artist continues to achieve amazing things, a section of uplifting stuff, a ticket giveaway to see Flobots in Arcata Dec. 12, crime updates, and other top stories from last week.
LA director on season as trimmigrant: ‘It wasn’t worth it’; Humboldt’s last week of news
December 03, 2017 00:30 - 21 minutes - 12.2 MBAn LA director is developing a scripted series based on her experiences as a "trimmigrant" in Humboldt. An anonymous seasonal cannabis worker analyzes her article for Salon, a website which according to them reaches 20 million unique visitors a month. Also: A local lawyer boss exits after a controversial nine months, Humboldt wins as a vacation destination, an NFL-bound HSU student achieves another first, that heart-warming dad proud of his musician son, crime updates, movie updates, and much...
Real scratch and sniff cannabis ads possibly first of their kind; Humboldt’s last week of news
November 18, 2017 02:54 - 17 minutes - 10.2 MBThese real scratch and sniff cannabis ads are possibly the first of their kind. Humboldt Seed Company's founder discusses how they came up with the idea, how they prevented the inclusion of psychoactive elements in the ads, how an organization in Britain was conversely using scratch and sniff cannabis cards (probably without real terpenes) as a law enforcement tool, and perceptions of cannabis in the “brave new world.” Also: A date is set to determine if our Public Defender boss meets the re...
Congressman not sure if God exists, reactions to rare announcement; Humboldt’s last week of news
November 12, 2017 00:53 - 18 minutes - 10.3 MBNorth Coast Congressman Jared Huffman isn't sure if God exists -- he made a rare announcement that he is a Humanist. A local pastor and two local politicians share different perspectives. Also: Those “killer” robbers in SWAT-style gear, potentially sick sea lions, NFL-bound HSU student Alex Cappa is smart, a defendant turns on another in the Manila murder case, statue perspective, fresh-cut karma for local thieves, and other top stories from last week.
Public Defender boss facing lawsuit over qualifications; Humboldt’s last week of news
November 05, 2017 00:17 - 25 minutes - 14.5 MBPublic Defender David Marcus has faced criticism over how he was hired back in Feb., a lawsuit over his eligibility, 17 of his own employees alleging he is unqualified, and even an alleged verbal assault on one of his employees. North Coast Journal Editor Thadeus Greenson is interviewed about his coverage so far. Also: A missing 14 year old, the Sheriff visits HACHR, big changes for pediatrics, President Trump nominated a Humboldt native for U.S. Attorney, an arts and crafts bar opening soon...
‘Self defense’ concluded after woman fatally stabbed boyfriend; Humboldt’s last week of news
October 28, 2017 22:56 - 13 minutes - 7.79 MBAfter a woman fatally stabbed her boyfriend earlier this year, it was concluded as "self defense." The Sheriff's Office provides background on domestic violence and domestic violence statistics. Also: The former suspect in the murder of an HSU student filed a claim against Arcata, the woman accused of drunkenly running over and killing her daughter and her daughter’s friend gets another trial delay, Humboldt’s opioid problem, fines for illegal growers, one of the teenagers recently accused i...
Carson Mansion dollhouse a reminder club now allows women; Humboldt’s last week of news
October 21, 2017 23:27 - 13 minutes - 7.97 MBA Carson Mansion dollhouse, sold for over $32,000 to the CEO of Nike, spawned some interesting questions about the Ingomar Club as they move forward from excluding women and harassment allegations. In the podcast: More details from the dollhouse maker, correspondence with Ingomar Club President Karen Pingitore, more club history, more club mystery, some membership requirements, more from an anonymous employee, and comments appreciating the club’s preservation of the mansion. Also: Love for a...
Without communications upgrades we could ‘actually die’; Humboldt’s last week of news
October 14, 2017 22:53 - 13 minutes - 7.73 MBAs wildfires south of us caused immense devastation, a seemingly preventable AT&T outage once again left Humboldt unable to call 911, get in touch with loved ones, make necessary connections online, and complete other crucial tasks. You can hear a local citizen's scathing rant, an analysis of AT&T's response, and much more. Also: Grave desecration in Trinidad, more reported rapes at HSU, crime coverage, Humboldt’s most adorable kid of the week, an update on a man allegedly lit on fire in Arc...
McKinleyville mom trampled during ‘Vegas shooting, recounts experience; Humboldt’s last week of news
October 08, 2017 00:08 - 14 minutes - 8.13 MBSome of our neighbors here in Humboldt will never be the same after what happened in Las Vegas. A McKinleyville mom said she was trampled by those running away from the devastation. She shares her experience. Also: A catchy song for trimmigrant season, McKinleyville High varsity football is in hot water, Jerry Springer involves himself with the locals, recreational pot purchases will be a thing in Eureka, dogs need to be adopted, an update and support for the Humboldt toddler who nearly drow...
NFL-bound HSU student talks teamwork, kneeling, concussions, program; Humboldt’s last week of news
September 30, 2017 22:55 - 19 minutes - 11.4 MBHumboldt State University student Alex Cappa is very likely going to be the first HSU football player drafted into the NFL since 1991, and he certainly didn’t shy away from any hot topics surrounding his sport in a recent interview. Also: Wild weed robberies, a Humboldt toddler is in critical condition after being rescued from a lake, Humboldt Pride, reactions on fundraising to save HSU sports, strong reactions after an HSU student convicted of child porn charges will be allowed all over cam...
APD seeing if arsonist meant to target sleeping man, church, or both; Humboldt’s last week of news
September 23, 2017 22:40 - 14 minutes - 6.47 MBAfter a man was allegedly lit on fire while sleeping on the steps of a church across from Wells Fargo in Arcata, APD is trying to zero in on what exactly the suspect’s motives were. Also, a similar incident may have happened in Eureka five days later. Also: Humboldt gets another Mexican restaurant, Kirsten blunts, you can win tickets to see funny performers at The Minor, the latest on the murder of David Josiah Lawson, a former jail employee arrested for child molestation, concerns in the Pu...
‘Violence imposed on volunteers’ halts community cleanups; Humboldt’s last week of news
September 16, 2017 23:42 - 27 minutes - 12.4 MBA nonprofit that aims to reduce overdose rates among other things says they’re axing regular community cleanups after violence was imposed on their volunteers. HACHR Executive Director Brandie Wilson says the violence stems from misinformation (11:31). Also: The first person shot and killed by Arcata police in 37 years, a murderer tries to be a smartass at the courthouse, an Occupy Eureka protester gets a settlement, an alleged Winco purse-snatcher potentially with the bonehead move of the w...
Floyd Squires denies salacious accusations related to arson fire; Humboldt’s last week of news
September 09, 2017 23:20 - 17 minutes - 8.18 MBAfter Eureka put out a press release including a salacious and so-far-unproven accusation regarding notorious landlord Floyd Squires, the property owner did respond to at least one reporter’s request for comment. North Coast Journal Assistant Editor Kimberly Wear is interviewed about her coverage. Also: An officer-involved shooting in Arcata leaves a suspect dead and an officer wounded, a Ferndale mom accused of trying to murder her daughter is using a temporary insanity defense, top local o...
Humboldt-shot Kirsten Dunst thriller ‘Woodshock’ screens earlier here
September 02, 2017 19:40 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBA new and unique Humboldt-shot thriller starring Kirsten Dunst called “Woodshock” will debut locally a little earlier here. Our film commissioner gives us an inside look. Also: More on Rob Arkley’s desire to buy Indian Island, a new armored vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office thanks to Trump, too many kids in foster care, the Mateel is in debt over poor Reggae attendance, another fast food fail, a Humboldt magazine makes it into a new Netflix series, allegations of a sex-for-apartment transacti...
Former local in music ‘supergroup’ slams Trump with punk icon; Humboldt’s last week of news
August 26, 2017 23:25 - 20 minutes - 9.19 MB(12:36) Warning: Explicit language. Mike Patton -- the Humboldt-raised musician who hit it big with Faith No More and other bands -- made national headlines last week when his “supergroup” Dead Cross joined former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra onstage at a show in Berkeley to do a version of the 80s song “Nazi Punks Fuck Off,” this time with the title “Nazi Trumps Fuck Off.” Also: The Miami Dolphins sign Rey Maualuga, alleged arson brings down part of the Blue Heron in Eureka, the form...
Commuted sentence for woman who aided pimp in Eureka murder; Humboldt’s last week of news
August 19, 2017 23:20 - 12 minutes - 5.9 MBLast week Governor Jerry Brown announced he would commute the sentence of a woman who was convicted in the murder of a Eureka man back in 2001. Also: Blue Lake has the only all-female city council in the state, a rattlesnake's dry bite, HSU welcomes new students, jobs lost for Humboldt Creamery, librarian out, comments on potential hate groups in Humboldt, a reporter helps cops arrest a man for assault and arson, other crime updates, and much more.