KMUD News

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.

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. 

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.

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