New FEMA flood maps expand risk zones in Ukiah, could raise costs for homeowners

City officials say the maps are inaccurate and could force low- and middle-income residents to buy flood insurance for the first time. The post New FEMA flood maps expand risk zones in Ukiah, could raise costs for
Willits man died of asphyxiation, cardiac event after being Tased, restrained during June arrest

The Mendocino County Sheriff-Coroner’s Office cited drug intoxication and health conditions as contributing factors in the June 5 death of Nicholas Bakewell. The post Willits man died of asphyxiation, cardiac event after being Tased, restrained during June
California’s insurer of last resort would face more scrutiny under bill heading to Newsom’s desk

The FAIR Plan faces accusations of denying smoke-damage claims and more. Can California lawmakers keep the insurer of last resort accountable? The post California’s insurer of last resort would face more scrutiny under bill heading to Newsom’s
Lake County authorities probe death following suspected home invasion
A spokesperson said there is “no hazard to the public.” The post Lake County authorities probe death following suspected home invasion appeared first on MendoFever – Mendocino County News.
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The Lake County Continuum of Care is planning a Community Town Hall focused on the homelessness crisis in the County. The meeting is next Wednesday, September 24th, from 5:30 to 7:30 at the Soper Reese Theater. It
State Assemblymember Chris Rogers talks Proposition 50 and more at Ukiah community event

Rogers talked with constituents Wednesday about rural education, fire insurance costs and substance abuse among other topics. The post State Assemblymember Chris Rogers talks Proposition 50 and more at Ukiah community event appeared first on The Mendocino
News 9/19/2025
Ukiah’s city council just took a page from Sacramento and voted to let cops clear homeless camps even when there’s no bed waiting. They insist it’s about following the governor’s model ordinance and a Supreme Court decision,
Man dies on roller coaster at Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando

A man who was riding a rollercoaster at Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando died Wednesday, park officials said in a statement. The visitor at Universal’s Epic Universe theme park became unresponsive while riding Stardust Racers at the
Pres. Trump asks SCOTUS to allow him to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

The Trump administration on Thursday formally petitioned the Supreme Court to allow President Trump to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from her position without delay. If the court agrees, it would mark the first time a
NASCAR icon Tony Stewart to race against wife Leah Pruett in Top Fuel dragster series

NASCAR legend Tony Stewart announced his plans to compete for Elite Motorsports against his wife, Leah Pruett, in the Top Fuel drag racing series in 2026. Stewart’s announcement comes weeks after he said he planned to give