The white substance found smeared on the outside of the county court clerk’s office was not identified as a “chemical or biological agent” in initial tests but more will be conducted by an out-of-town lab. One person did come into contact with the powder-like material, prompting “precautionary measures” to be taken, according to a release […]
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Eureka Rallies Behind Planned Parenthood
The Humboldt County Courthouse lawn was filled Saturday with more than 200 people waving signs and chanting in a show of support for Planned Parenthood, which has come under threat with the new administration and Congress. Many passing motorists honked and waved in shows of support, though some offered a thumbs-down condemnation. Local photographer Mark […]
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Scenes from the ‘Right to Sleep’ Protest
If you drove by the Humboldt County Courthouse on Saturday and had flashbacks of Occupy, it’s understandable. A few dozen people turned out Saturday for World Homeless Day, an international day of demonstration aimed at highlighting the needs of those living without homes, with some protesters pitching tents and hammocks to help make their point. […]
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Un-occupy the Courthouse
Crews from Humboldt Bay Fire evacuated the courthouse this morning when an elevator motor apparently started spewing smoke into the building. A few Sheriff’s Office deputies waiting outside said they smelled strong smoke on the first floor of the courthouse before the building was emptied. Firefighters found the source of the smoke and were preparing […]