Humboldt Last Week

Quick local stories: “Murder Mountain” continues to generate analysis, Crabs games just got better, Humboldt-raised star Sara Bareilles caught Forbes attention, an allegedly haunted hotel could be all yours, regional coverage on slide at the beach, progress in the Lawson case was affirmed by family, an Arcata store gets some major attention, national coverage of student homelessness, alleged racis...

A former HSU athlete is in a new pro football league, a trial date has been set for an ex-Trinidadian accused of several killings, the dad of a hit-and-run victim was arrested for a separate hit-and-run, Humboldt helps its feds, Arcata will reconsider a large housing project, “American Pickers” is set to return, Eureka is still interested in more transitional housing via Betty Chinn, changing tune...

(9:08)"Murder Mountain" Director Josh Zeman discusses many of the comments made about the show including those by law enforcement. He also chats about community nerves regarding their portrayal, whether he’d encourage people to get involved in Humboldt’s cannabis industry, and a Humboldt-inspired tattoo he purchased. Also: Free WiFi in Old Town, a court update on a notorious former Trinidad reside...

Quick local stories. An update on a woman’s battle that has national cannabis legality implications, the apocalyptic Netflix film “Bird Box” has the north coast chirping, and cities like Fortuna suffered a blow in their fight against cannabis deliveries. Also: A convicted sex trafficker is arrested again, a Grinchy act at Ferndale Music Company leads to kindness from the village, local surfers get...

Former Jehovah’s Witness Romy Maple of Fortuna appeared on the A&E television series “Cults and Extreme Beliefs” earlier this year and then started the non-profit 707SAFE. She discusses her story and efforts as well as separating from an organization she was a member of for the majority of her life. Also: A celebrity endorsement for Eureka, an HSU grad might be getting a lot of NFL experience this...

A coastal hotel project in Trinidad at Cher-Ae Heights Casino will likely be scaled down and redesigned. Project developers the Trinidad Rancheria, incumbent County Supervisor Steve Madrone, and a concerned citizen weigh in. Also: Alleged gun violence at an Arcata apartment complex, Eureka might be committing a national first when it comes to Indian Island, more worldwide attention on the passing...

Samantha Luna's lawyer talks pulled-from-car Oysterfest arrest: Remember hearing the officer’s hair was cut from Luna’s grip? He says no hair was cut and they plan to beat the criminal charges before considering a civil case against officers for excessive force. He answers questions about all of her charges. Also: SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg left behind a mega Humboldt footprint, “Murder...

A man recently admitted to hiring someone to murder his cousin’s wife near Shelter Cove. Also: Supervisors greenlight an indoor cannabis facility near Fortuna despite city opposition, neighbors change their mind about weed, the nation sees Humboldt coworkers can be really sweet, a judge says the Arcata plaza should nix a couple bars, HSU football concludes with a thriller, the suspect in a viral A...

(7:12) Award-winning journalist Kym Kemp shares her insight on marijuana legalization so far in Humboldt -- the upsides, the downsides, and what can be done. Kym and I also share feedback we’ve gathered from farmers, business owners, and community members including Eureka Police Chief Steve Watson. Discussion topics include: Other stories in Episode 104 With a concluded investigation the DA will b...

“Plus with ADHD I have the now-funny childhood stories of sawing furniture with a butterknife the first time my stepmom watched me or attempting to trip my grandma down the stairs to ‘see how far she’d fall.’ Yikes, right?” Humboldt Last Week features quick local stories and typically ends with a longer one. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Other stories in Episode 103 A h...

Humboldt Last Week = quick local stories. Stream and download. In the latest episode (5:48): A chat with Eureka lawyer Fred Fletcher, who’s repping Humboldt local Emma Nation in a case that may’ve partially prompted stories like this one from Fox Business: “White House to unveil federal cannabis reform 'very soon,' says GOP lawmaker.” Nation believes when the FDA approved a cannabis-derived medica...

The chairs representing local Democrats and Republicans were each given a minute to reel voters in. Democrat Bob Service and Republican John Schutt are featured guests. Also: A new airport destination, a year of weed raids, Guy Fieri makes cannabis comments, a notorious former Trinidad resident is accused of murdering dogs, a monster pumpkin, and much more. Humboldt Last Week includes quick local...

Episode 100! Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. In the latest episode of Humboldt Last Week: A woman will dress up as a sinister clown to scare and spoil local targets, the forthcoming exit of HSU’s President spawns mention of some top headlines during her tenure, the susp...

Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or longer feature. Downloadable and on podcast networks for later listening. Also available on 99.1 KISS FM Mondays. Episode partners: Tuyas Mexican Restaurant - Cafe Nooner - Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 - Bongo Boy Studio Humboldt Last Week, Episode 99 Fortuna Getting Paul’s Live From New York Pizza Location...

Episode 98 partners: Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner - Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 Marci Kitchen received an eight year sentence but will likely be out in four, National Geographic shared a short film featuring our redwoods, local MMA fighter Cass Bell has his second pro fight soon, and other top stories. Humboldt Last Week includes quick local stories and typically ends with an interview or l...

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. Episode partners: Molly Tuttle in Ferndale Oct. 14 - Bongo Boy Studio - Cafe Nooner Humboldt Last Week, Episode 97 - Large Low-Income Housing Complex Likely To Replace Used Car...

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. 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-pro...

Episode 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 Bea...

Episode 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...

Episode 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 Arcat...

EPISODE 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...

Episode 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 Me...

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. 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...

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. 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 Californ...

(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,...