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* A hero from the Paradise Fire goes missing in Fort Bragg.
* Advocates say Public Transit got a raw deal as funds from Measure O are distributed.
* Local small businesses and non-profits  scramble to adapt to changes in tariffs and government funding.
* Furry creatures, rebels and fighter pilots descend on the redwoods.

Humboldt County's Board of Supervisors fielded presentations on how Southern Humboldt's visitor-promoting groups have boosted tourism. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Compromise prevailed as Humboldt County's Board of Supervisors debated and approved funding shares of the Measure O roads and transit sales tax. Daniel Mintz reports. 

In tonight’s news:

Humboldt Supes Direct New Round of Measure Z Allocations
-Measure Z, Humboldt County's public safety sales tax, has less money available for new community projects and that made the Board of Supervisors' job of choosing options for a new round of funding more difficult. Daniel Mintz reports.

Sheriff Honsal Opposes Release of Convicted Serial Rapist into Humboldt County
-Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal is urging residents to oppose the proposed placement of sexually violent predator Richard Stobaugh in the Manila community, calling it a direct threat to public safety. Lisa Music reports.

Supes Approve Amended Fee Schedule After Discussion of Impact and Comparisons with Lake County
-In a decision that sparked both defense and dissent, Mendocino County’s Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an amended master fee schedule this week, following a public hearing that laid bare the tension between cost recovery and affordability. While county officials say the updated fees reflect the true cost of delivering services, some residents voiced frustration over what they see as excessive charges for basic property-related services. The conversation highlighted broader concerns about transparency, economic impact, and how Mendocino’s fees compare to those in neighboring counties. KZYX’s Elise Cox brings you this report.

KMUD News Sports Report
-Ray Hamill brings us details of all of the big local sports stories of the week, including all the latest Big 5 and Little 4 baseball and softball news, why it will be a big wekeend for one former H-DNL star, where another H-DNL standout is takig her talents after graduation, and why it was a good week for one local college team.

Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal is urging residents to oppose the proposed placement of sexually violent predator Richard Stobaugh in the Manila community, calling it a direct threat to public safety. Lisa Music reports. 

Measure Z, Humboldt County's public safety sales tax, has less money available for new community projects and that made the Board of Supervisors' job of choosing options for a new round of funding more difficult. Daniel Mintz reports. 

Ray Hamill brings us details of all of the big local sports stories of the week, including all the latest Big 5 and Little 4 baseball and softball news, why it will be a big wekeend for one former H-DNL star, where another H-DNL standout is takig her talents after graduation, and why it was a good week for one local college team.

In tonight’s news:

Farm Bureaus Seek Trump Administration Intervention on Eel River Dam

Commercial Hazardous Waste Believed to be Originating from the Bay Area Dumped in Mendocino County
- State transportation officials are sounding the alarm over a troubling and dangerous trend: illegal dumping of commercial hazardous waste along Highway 101 in Mendocino County. Just this week, crews removed 19 barrels of toxic material from an embankment near the Empire Rest Area, south of Leggett—barrels that were just feet from spilling into a creek that supports local wildlife. Officials say this is part of a growing pattern that began in November, and they’re now asking the public for help in stopping whoever is behind it. KZYX’s Elise Cox brings you the details. 

A North Coast Town Hall with Chris Rogers

Assembly considers bill to target sex trafficking from demand side, criminalizing loitering with intent to purchase sex and strengthening victim services. KPFA’s Sofie Raiss El Fenni reports

Trump administration rejects 'housing first' approach to homelessness
-In a significant shift in federal policy, the Trump administration has rejected the "housing first" model—long considered the gold standard in addressing homelessness—in favor of more punitive and treatment-first strategies. The new approach supports clearing homeless encampments and requiring individuals to undergo drug or mental health treatment, with the threat of arrest for those who refuse. This comes as states like California have already begun implementing measures like CARE Courts, which can mandate treatment, and have encouraged the dismantling of encampments. The move has sparked both praise and concern from national experts and advocates. Suzanne Potter reports.

The Grassroots Institute is hosting Assembly Member Chris Rogers for a town hall that will explore the region's most pressing challenges, from climate migration to housing affordability and community resilience. Lisa Music reports.