KMUD News

Humboldt’s Attorneys Warn of Staffing 'Crisis’ 14.05.2025 5:41 ↓

Humboldt County's budget struggles are hampering its ability to pay competitive wages and prosecution and defense attorneys have described the consequences to the Board of Supervisors. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Southern Humboldt Native Killed in Apparent Murder-Suicide 14.05.2025 3:20 ↓

Allison Berry Guerra, who spent much of her life in Southern Humboldt, was found dead alongside her husband in Orange County, in an apparent murder-suicide. Lisa Music reports. 

Yurok Tribe Awarded $26M for Wellness Center 14.05.2025 2:55 ↓

The Yurok Tribe facility will provide primary care, behavioral health and mental health services to Yurok Tribal members and the surrounding community.

Death Threats and Deceptions — Murder Mountain Revisited 14.05.2025 9:14 ↓

In the third and final installment of our interview with Cassandra Hessletine, she talks about her involvement in Murder Mountain, a documentary series notorious for its negative portrayal of Southern Humboldt. 

Humboldt Supes Poise Nitrous Oxide Ban for Approval 13.05.2025 4:56 ↓

Humboldt County is on track to ban retail sale of nitrous oxide. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Eureka’s Waterfront Plan Approved But Changes Likely 12.05.2025 4:39 ↓

After many public meetings over the years, Eureka has approved a plan for developing its waterfront, with opportunity for amendments. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Community Urged to Act After Murder Conviction Overturned in Humboldt County 10.05.2025 4:48 ↓

Jake Combs’ murder conviction has been overturned by the California Court of Appeal, reopening painful wounds for the family of 25-year-old Trevor Earley who Combs confessed to killing in January 2022. As a new trial looms, the victim’s family is asking the public to continue submitting letters to the District Attorney’s Office in hopes of reversing the appellate ruling. Lisa Music reports.

Fortuna Reels Back Pursuit of Cannabis Permitting 09.05.2025 4:42 ↓

Surprisingly, the Fortuna City Council showed interest in developing a cannabis permitting ordinance to help boost its budget but opposition from residents is strong. Daniel Mintz reports. 

KMUD News Sports Report May 8 09.05.2025 6:38 ↓

Ray Hamill brings us details of all of this week's big local sports stories, including details of all four Big 5 and Little 4 baseball and softball champions, as well as a look ahead to next week's Charles Lakin tournament, some College of the Redwoods football news, some local high school golf, and why it will be a big weekend for the H-DNL track and field teams.

Humboldt Supes Join Opposition to Sex Offender’s Release 08.05.2025 5:57 ↓

The proposed release of a sex offender into the small Humboldt County community of Manila is meeting strong local opposition. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Garberville Vets Hall Rebuild Clears Final Hurdle 07.05.2025 6:34 ↓

The troubled history of Garberville's veterans hall is in the past with a Board of Supervisors approval that clears the way for reconstruction. Daniel Mintz reports.