Two HCSO vehicles with sirens and lights sped by on Myrtle just now

 

At 5:50, one HCSO vehicle with sirens and lights flashing sped by near 1400 block of Myrtle. At 5:52, another HCSO vehicle. At 5:56 Humboldt Bay Fire truck.

Brandon Watson back in Humboldt to be resentenced

 

(2024)

Brandon Matthew Watson was transferred from High Desert State prison and booked into Humboldt County jail yesterday for a court hearing this morning on his 2018 Humboldt case. That hearing was on for resentencing. It was continued to 7/29 by defense.

Watson's petition for writ of habeas corpus was denied in its entirety by the First District Court of Appeal. In his other appeal, "The judgment is affirmed, except that we vacate Watson's four-year sentence for count 2 and his three-year sentence for the great bodily injury enhancement attached to count 3, and remand this case to the trial court for resentencing consistent with this opinion."

Alan Bongio for HCSD? Mike Munson for Eureka Ward 4?

 

(Humboldt County Office of Elections)

Checked with Eureka City Assistant Manager and Clerk Pam Powell yesterday and 10 days later, Eureka City Councilmember Kati Moulton is the only one who has pulled paperwork and announcef she is running for re-election. 

There are rumors circulating but nothing confirmed that Citizens for a Better Eureka's Mike Munson may run for Ward 4. 

I just spoke with Humboldt County Clerk, Recorder and Registrar of Voters Juan Cervantes and confirmed  that Alan Bongio picked up paperwork for Humboldt County Community Services District. There are three seats. 

Bongio is a former Humboldt County Planning Commissioner who was censured by the Board of Supervisors and resigned. If Bongio runs, will First District Supervisor Rex Bohn be his first good ole Humboldt boy endorsement? I am not going to link all my posts on Bongio or related posts but here is a screenshot of the last one I did that has links to other posts. Looks like he fixed his license after my 2022 post.

Lee Ulansey whining when other victims face the same issues, also Epperson's release, texts was reported on my blog months ago

 

Lee, you are not special. Other victims have gone through what you have. Did you register for victim notification?  There is a protective order in place. Stop acting like you are more in danger than hundreds of others who face the same situation you do except they have less money and aren't a part of the Humboldt cabal. Has Daniel Epperson violated his protective order? If he had, Epperson would have been arrested. Stop whining because you feel entitled to special treatment. How often are you in Humboldt these days? You and your family have many out of county options that most people don't. I am sure a property manager can collect rental money for you and your wife.

I was the first one to report on Epperson's arrest, even before the HCSO press release. I have been the only one to regularly cover the court case and with exclusive information not in a press release or court records.

Lee, other than your tiny Humboldt cabal inner circle, no one gives a damn about you. Even if you decide to get involved in elections again; just as Travis Tritt sang, "Well here's a quarter, call someone who cares." 

Lee I dont't know if you still read my blog which is the news source on local courts; but I find it hard to believe that you did not know Epperson was out of custody. I had all the detailed texts and information weeks before the NCJ article. I definitely know that people who know you read my blog regularly and they have been following my coverage on the Epperson case.

You gave Thad an interview for information that was out there days and weeks ago on my blog. You always run to him when you need something. I don't really care whether he called you or you contacted him in this instance. You chose to speak to a publication that has criticized you in the past. 

HCSO releases names of pilot and mechanic in Kneeland crash

The Humboldt County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identities of two deceased individuals following the fatal plane crash that took place near the Kneeland Airport around 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23.

Eureka Natural Foods settles class and PAGA lawsuit filed in 2023 for labor code violations

 

In 2016, I wrote about Eureka Natural Foods owner Rick Littlefield who got SWAP and probation for his 5th DUI. Of course,no one else covered that and Rick has expressed his displeasure to me in person, angrily at the courthouse and walked away when he could not intimidate me. He isn't the only good ole Humboldt boy or gal who has done that from the local left or right. 

I have reported on similar lawsuits about other local businesses, again not reported by other media but this is the first case I covered where PAGA was mentioned. On 7/22, I saw a calendar listing for a 2023 case filed by Connie Parks vs Northwest Investment Co. with Eureka Natural Foods also listed as defendant.

Steven George Edwards arrested for lewd acts with a minor

 

Steven George Edwards was arrested yesterday by Rio Dell Police Department Corporal Crystal Landry for two counts of PC 288(a) lewd or lascivious acts with a minor under the age of 14. Google search shows Edwards was arrested in June 2024.

7/26: Edwards was arraigned this afteenoon. The DA has charged Edwards with one count of PC 288.5 (a), continuous sexual abuse. The complaint alleges Edwards unlawfully engaged in three or more acts of substantial sexual conduct with Jane Doe who is under the age of 14 while he resided and had recurring access to the child.

I will add the complaints for this case & court minutes. He also has another 2024 open case filed in June 2024. I will add information on that case, as well. 

According to statistics released by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, personal and business bankruptcy filings rose 16.2 percent in the twelve-month period ending June 30, 2024, compared with the previous year.

 

U.S. Court News just released these statistics and information.

"Personal and business bankruptcy filings rose 16.2 percent in the twelve-month period ending June 30, 2024, compared with the previous year. "

Broderick Brown was arrested by CalPoly Humboldt police in May, this was a month after he filed a civil lawsuit against them

 

I covered Broderick Brown's criminal case. He was arrested in May by Cal Poly Humboldt Police for burglary and stalking. DA also added a trespass charge. He was found not competent to stand trial.  Court records show admission into the JBCT program filed 7/19. Confirmation of transport scheduled on 7/30 was vacated. Brown has a review hearing on 9/9/24. According to court records, Brown is in custody at the Humboldt jail. On 7/24, it will be 80 days.

I was checking on Brown's criminal case today and found a civil lawsuit he filed against the CalPoly Police Humboldt in April 2024. Nothing has happened yet because HCSO failed to serve a fellow, local law enforcement agency. There is a case management conference on 8/5/24. Brown is in custody, pro per. 

KRCR reporter arraigned in DUI case

 

KRCR reporter Adelmi Ysita was arraigned this morning in her DUI case. Conflict Counsel's office  was appointed by Judge Lawrence Killoran. She is charged with VC 23152 (a) andVC 23152(b) BAC over the legal limit.

HCDTF arrests repeat offenders, for drugs & weapons

 

(Pool)

(Boone)

HCDTF issued two press releases. One convicted felon, Dustin Pool, was not on scene. Agents found heroin, cocaine & guns. Another convicted felon out on bail, Albert Boone, arrested for possession of meth, fentanyl, cocaine and firearm charges. I have posted about Boone before. 

Even if charges are filed, arrests like this are dime a dozen & drug cases are not worth my time. There are hardly consequences. When HCDTF stops using those low on the totem pole to justify their existence and starts focusing on making a dent in the supply of drugs that will make difference, I will cover those arrests.

Detailed evidence of bruises, text messages with violent graphic threats result in 21 year old being held to answer on all charges

Jose Antonio Cruz Jr aka Jose Cruz was arrested by HCSO on August 23, 2024. The criminal threats, kidnapping and domestic abuse suspect has various aliases. In that original post, I listed many details and his court record. Since then there have been various continuances. When he was arrested, he was 20 years old. His 21st birthday was in June 2024.

On 7/18, I am glad Judge Kaleb Cockrum denied yet another continuance by Mr. Mario Tafur. It was a two day preliminary hearing.

When you read the court minutes and see the exhibits and photo evidence which includes details of bruising, text messages including graphic, violent threats, it is no surprise that Judge Cockrum held Cruz to answer on all 12 counts and all special allegations.

Another new owner at another existing business on 5th street

 

(The Hood 621 5th street)

(619 5th street)

(sign outside 619 5th Street)

Open Corporates lists Christine Silver, current owner of The Hood, as agent for Good Food, LLC.

When the former location was The Banana Hut, they wanted to expand. 

I have reached out to Ms. Candy Caballero-Smith who works in City of Eureka's Finance Department about this location and Roy Gomez' former business on 5th street which is reopening under new ownership.

First, they reached a verdict, then it is mixed verdict, then they are deadlocked, didn't I say this would happen in Fortuna attempted murder case?

 

Remember what I said in a previous post that this case would most likely result in a hung jury or mixed verdict?

Jurors in Fortuna attempted murder case sent a note to Retired Judge Christopher Wilson that they had reached verdicts. Then they said mixed verdicts, then they said deadlocked. Hearing that additional time may assist them in reaching verdicts, jurors asked to return this morning. Judge and attorneys then discussed procedure to move forward.

When you read the 7/22 court minutes, you will see there are more details in the above paragraph which are more complete & accurate than the summation in the minutes. Different clerk on 7/22 & 7/23 and you can tell the difference. The clerk on 7/23 had detailed minutes up shortly after verdict today. She is also the one who had her minutes in this very case up regularly.

Both not guilty on atempted murder, guilty of assault with a deadly weapon. Ramirez also guilty of special allegations. Sentencing is scheduled for 10/18/24. 

Again, a win for the defense. Now that a verdict is in, jurors have been excused, if one of the jurors gives me permission, I will add a brief statement.

Google the difference in sentencing between the not guilty, guilty counts. I am sure defense will argue regarding the special allegations.