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13-year-old California swimmer qualifies for Olympic trials
LOS ANGELES - A California teen continues to make waves after qualifying for the Olympic trials this summer. Swimming prodigy Gabi Brito has already broken records in California. At just 13 years old, she swam the 50-meter freestyle race in 25.42 seconds. Her phenomenal time made her the fastest 13-year-old to swim the event in Southern California, which then earned her a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympic trials.
Fire in the Manila Dunes Today
Today at 2:40 P.M. all three of Arcata Fire’s engines responded to a wildland fire in the Manila Dunes. The first AFD engine arrived on scene to find approximately a 20’x20′ section of hilly, forested area on fire with an active column of smoke. All three AFD...
Redding home of the Ugly Burger gains viral fame after TikTok video praise
Dick Blake, owner of Redding’s beloved Giff’s Steakburger, was grousing earlier this month about how business was a little slow. Not anymore. Everything changed after a hungry TikTok creator pulled off the freeway and discovered the one-of-a-kind hamburger joint tucked away in the Mission Square shopping center off Bechelli Lane. ...
CalFire sets up base camp at Redwood Acres
At the Cal Fire Base Camp at Redwood Acres fire crews from multiple jurisdictions set up shop. “This is basically a city that’s been set up, that’s here to support all the crews that are working out on the fire”, says Robert Foxworthy of CalFire Sacramento. The...
Search Warrant Reveals Multiple Firearms, Heroin and Cocaine
A search warrant was served by agents with the Humboldt County Drug Task Force Wednesday, July 24th, at a residence located in Eureka according to a press release from the Humboldt County Drug Task Force. The Humboldt County Drug Task Force had received information during the month of July that...
[UPDATE: Found] Eureka Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing 13-Year-Old Boy
The Eureka Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating Damian Robert-Lewis, a 13-year-old boy who has been missing since this morning. Damian reportedly left his house following an argument and has not returned. Authorities are concerned for his safety and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
HCDTF Arrests One with Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, Cocaine, and a Firearm
This is a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office. The information has not been proven in a court of law and any individuals described should be presumed innocent until proven guilty:. On July 15, 2024, Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) Agents served a search warrant on...
What Will Wind Turbine Assembly Look Like From Humboldt Bay? Harbor District Will Show You at Tonight’s Meeting!
The Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation and Conservation District will host a special meeting tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Sequoia Conference Center in Eureka to discuss the latest developments surrounding offshore wind projects on the North Coast. Tonight’s meeting will focus on the Harbor District’s Humboldt Bay Offshore...
NAMI Humboldt Offering Free Class Series About Mental Illness for Families
NAMI Humboldt (National Alliance on Mental Illness) announces a free, 8 week Wednesday evening course starting September 11th in Eureka, 6:30pm-8:00pm. The weekly class, which has been offered locally for over 19 years and has served hundreds of people, teaches family members how to understand mental illness and how to support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being.
Hanson hurls gem but Potters fall to Prune Packers
The Pacific Empire League postseason race is heating up with two teams fighting for the final spot in the league’s inaugural championship series next week. Entering Tuesday, the Lincoln Potters and Humboldt Crabs were tied for second place and with just five league games remaining, every game has a tremendous impact on the playoff picture.
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