California Governor's Race: A Democratic Standoff
Three Democrats stuck near 10% each with five weeks to California's June primary. No one's gaining ground, and no one's dropping out.
By Ray Petrovic
Local Government
The latest local government coverage from Humboldt County and the North Coast.
NC Governor Pushes Marijuana Legalization After New Report
Governor Josh Stein backs a new advisory council report calling North Carolina's unregulated cannabis market dangerous and urging a legal framework.
By Leo Sandoval
Judge Rules Border Patrol Violated Order in California Sweeps
A federal judge found Border Patrol agents continued illegal stops in California's Central Valley, violating a court order barring detentions without cause.
By Jesse Marsh
DC Mayor Proposes THC Drink Partnerships for Cannabis and Alcohol
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser's 2026 proposal would let breweries and medical cannabis companies collaborate to produce and sell THC-infused beverages.
Board Considers Opening Restricted Watershed Areas to Cannabis Cultivation
Humboldt supervisors will vote next week on a proposal to open restricted watershed zones to permitted cannabis cultivation, a move that has split environmental groups and legacy growers.
By Jesse Marsh
Board Rejects Proposed Cannabis Processing Facility Near Fortuna
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors overturned a planning commission recommendation and rejected a proposed cannabis processing facility on Kenmar Road near Fortuna, citing neighbor opposition and zoning concerns.
By Jesse Marsh
County Launches Cannabis Equity Grant Program
Humboldt County announces a $500,000 state-funded equity grant program aimed at helping disadvantaged cannabis applicants navigate the licensing process.
By Jesse Marsh
Board Approves Emergency Spending for Shelter Road Repairs
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approved $1.2 million in emergency general fund spending Tuesday to repair storm-damaged roads in the Shelter Cove area, but not before a debate over whether the money should go somewhere else entirely.
By Jesse Marsh
Dispensary Licensing Cap Sparks Heated Board Debate
The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors opened public comment on a proposed cap of 12 retail cannabis licenses in unincorporated areas, and the room got loud fast.
By Jesse Marsh
County Budget Workshop Reveals Cannabis Tax Shortfall
Humboldt County's midyear budget review shows cannabis cultivation tax revenue tracking $1.8 million below the $5.5 million projection, forcing the board to consider cuts or a rate restructure.
By Jesse Marsh
Board Names Estrada Chair in Unanimous Vote
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors elects Fifth District Supervisor Michelle Estrada as 2026 chair in a 5-0 vote, with cannabis enforcement reform topping the new agenda.
By Jesse Marsh