KMUD News

Measure O’s First Year Plan Presented to Humboldt Supes 11.06.2025 5:04 ↓

A plan for road projects using the first year of Measure O sales tax revenue has been presented to Humboldt County supervisors. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Humboldt’s Firefighting, Emergency Services Summarized in Report 09.06.2025 5:21 ↓

A report on Humboldt County's firefighting and emergency services details thousands of responses and volunteer hours. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Child Care Issues Highlighted at Eureka City Council 06.06.2025 4:50 ↓

There's a lot of demand for child care locally but it's hard to access and expensive, according to a report presented to the Eureka City Council. Daniel Mintz reports. 

KMUD News Sports Report June 5 06.06.2025 6:32 ↓

Ray Hamill brings us details of all of this week's big local sports stories, including how the Arcata Tigers won an NCS championship, why it has been a successful offseason for College of the Redwoods women's basketball, how the Humboldt Crabs fared in their season openers, who were the big winners at this year's Husky Espys, and why it was another big season for the Cal Poly Humboldt women;s rowi...

Fewer Staff Positions in Humboldt’s ‘Status Quo’ Budget 05.06.2025 5:03 ↓

An overall reduction in staffing is part of Humboldt County's budget for the upcoming year, with the Planning and Building Department being particularly affected. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Healthcare in Humboldt: Unpacking the Community Impact of Access and Quality Challenges 03.06.2025 4:27 ↓

Facing a critical shortage of medical and mental health providers, Humboldt County will bring together community leaders, residents, and health experts on Thursday, June 5, to confront the far-reaching impacts of limited healthcare access on the region’s economy, workforce, and overall well-being. For more information visit  https://humboldtgov.org/civicalerts.aspx? AID=5886  or kmud.org. Jordan P...

Supervisor Madrone Joins Hoopa High School Youth News Team forCounty Conversations 03.06.2025 17:21 ↓

Tonight on County Conversation, we’re bringing you something a little different. Instead of our usual monthly check-in, 5th District Supervisor Steve Madrone sat down with the Hoopa High School Youth News Team for a special classroom conversation. Supervisor Madrone represents Humboldt County’s 5th District, which includes a wide range of unincorporated communities—from Fieldbrook and Willow Creek...

Vocality Merges with Community First Credit Union, Bringing Digital Upgrades - and Member Frustrations 03.06.2025 5:14 ↓

The long-anticipated merger between Vocality Community Credit Union and Community First Credit Union officially launched today, promising easier access to digital banking services. While CFCU leadership highlighted new resources and expanded capabilities, some former Vocality members report confusion, long wait times, and account access issues during the transition. Jordan Pangelinan reports...

Who bombed Judi Bari? The Question That Still Echoes Three Decades Later 30.05.2025 7:10 ↓

Who bombed Judi Bari? It's a question that still lingers, 35 years after the infamous car bombing that shook the environmental movement. This week marks three and a half decades since that pivotal day. Lauren Schmitt reports… 

KMUD News Sports Report May 29 30.05.2025 6:46 ↓

Ray Hamill brings us details of all of this week's big local sports stories, including all the latest from the North Coast Section baseball and softball playoffs, why it was a very successful spring for McKinleyville High sports, which athlete will represent the H-DNL at this weekend's state track and field championships, and why this weekend really does mark the beginning of the summer sports sea...

Eureka Council Approves ‘Bicycle Boulevard’ In Split Vote 29.05.2025 5:04 ↓

Issues of community engagement are being raised as Eureka implements a Bicycle Master Plan with a new project. Daniel Mintz reports.