The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office today stated that it will allow the family of an inmate who suffered “non-survivable” injuries in an apparent suicide attempt at the jail on Nov. 17 to follow his wishes to have his organs donated. The Lost Coast Outpost reported earlier this week that the family of Eric Matilton, 38, […]
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Sheriff Honsal Declares Local Emergency Due to Winter Storms
With recent storms wreaking havoc across the region and more winter weather on the way, Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal has declared a local emergency, which allows the county to apply for state and federal funds to address the damage and other impacts. “Consecutive major winter storms have resulted in a large accumulation of snow, […]
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COVID Tip Line Busy
Nearly six months into the COVID-19 pandemic the Humboldt County tip line, dubbed the “snitch” line by some, is proving to be a useful tool in coaxing compliance from residents and businesses regarding the ever-changing state and local health department orders. “We had a real spike in calls a few weeks ago when the state […]
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Humboldt to Implement New Statewide COVID-19 Closures by Friday
New statewide restrictions ordered by Gov. Gavin Newsom yesterday in the wake of a surge in COVID-19 cases across the state will go into effect locally by Friday, according to county’s joint information center. All bars without permits to serve food will be closed while restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, family entertainment centers, zoos, museums and […]
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County Officials Awaiting Further Instructions on Statewide COVID-19 Rollbacks
Following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s announcements today about new statewide and county-specific measures to curb the spread of COVID-19, local officials said they’re waiting for more information before taking steps to comply. The Humboldt County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal and Humboldt County Health Officer Teresa Frankovich are aware but have not […]
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Humboldt County Health Leaders Commended for ‘Outstanding Work During These Unprecedented Times’
In a letter addressed to the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors, a collection of local healthcare organizations has sung the praises of the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and the Humboldt County Emergency Preparedness & Response Team. Made up of more than a dozen local health-related entities, the North Coast Health Leadership […]
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Public Health Officer and Humboldt County Sheriff Talk Humboldt County Reopening Process (VIDEO)
Humboldt County Public Health Officer Teresa Frankovich and Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal discuss where Humboldt County stands in the reopening process, including how the county’s COVID-19 case count and transmission rates impact the pace at which the county moves forward. Watch the video below:
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Video: Sheriff Honsal, Supervisor Bohn Get Tested
In case you were wondering what it’s like to get a COVID-19 test done at the OptumServe testing site at Redwood Acres, here’s a video of Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal and 1st District Supervisor Rex Bohn to walk you through the process. To schedule a test, visit lhi.care/covidtesting. Those without internet access can call […]
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Sheriff Declares Local Emergency Amid COVID-19
Sheriff William Honsal today declared a local emergency in response to the coronavirus, a move described as a proactive step to allow the county of Humboldt “to request all available response and recovery assistance from state and federal agencies.” “[T]he imminent threat posed by aforesaid conditions warrant and necessitate the proclamation of a Local Emergency […]
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One Year Ago: Two Sisters Lost in the Woods Found After Frantic Search
One year ago today, Sheriff William Honsal walked up to a makeshift podium to say the words so many had been waiting to hear for two long days: “Good afternoon,” he said. “I’m pleased to report that we’re all witnessing a miracle today.” With that came the announcement that the two lost Carrico sisters — […]
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UPDATE: National Guard Assisting Sheriff’s Office ‘Throughout the Summer’ (VIDEO)
UPDATE: Sheriff William Honsal released a video today to address what he says are some of the questions that have come up in the last 24 hours since the National Guard began surveying areas of Humboldt County for “illicit cannabis” grows. In the Facebook video, Honsal says the ultimate goal is to bring those growers […]
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UPDATE: Judge Denies Placement of Convicted Sex Offender in Freshwater
UPDATE: The Times-Standard is reporting that, in the face of a tremendous outpouring of neighborhood concern, Judge John Feeney has denied the proposed placement of Joshua Cooley in a Freshwater neighborhood. Feeney set an Oct. 23 hearing to review Cooley’s placement status. PREVIOUSLY: A Humboldt County Superior Court judge is scheduled to decide Thursday morning […]