Ryan Robertson arrested again by Fortuna PD for possession of meth; he already has an alleged molestation case

 

I covered Ryan Daniel's previous arrest and have followed his case regularly.  He was arrested yesterday by Fortuna Police Department and despite the jail log listing all 5 charges as fresh arrest; four are from the previous 2026 arrest. The only new charge is HS 11377 (a) possession of meth.

I have been adding updates on the first 2026 case to the March 4, 2026 post. Whether this new charge affects the dates already scheduled for Readiness Conference and jury trial depends on many factors including whether Robertson will be released back on the streets again.

"Nobody trashes your name better than someone who is afraid you'll tell people the truth"

 

The Humboldt online trolls and haters are reading me everyday, they follow every post and they are paying attention! 

Just for them, I have some "special posts" coming soon. Can't disappoint my local "fan" club.

You know who they are because after particular, effective posts, you see them emerging from the Humboldt sludge obsessing, posting, talking, reacting. 

Look at how "dedicated" they are. They notice every word I say. I am on their mind constantly. 

They try so hard to make more people aware of me. Of course for that to happen, normal people with fulfilling lives would have to read and believe the lies, nonsense and attacks from anons. Those people do not hang out in the online anon gutters and the alleys of Facebook drama.

What is that Retired Humboldt Superior Court Judge John Feeney said ? Courts do not believe names behind a screen? Anons do not have credibility? I am shocked!

To my most loyal "fans" who claim they don't like me and call me names; you don't have to work so hard for my attention.

Since you follow, I mean stalk me regularly, you know how busy I am. Do you think I am reading what you spew on Facebook or Reddit which is the worst online cesspool.

Therapists are busy. My haters not taking professionals away from so many in need in Humboldt and venting about me is another free service I provide here.

On Facebook, I have blocked the toxic and haters. I don't look at screenshots people send me. I don't read Reddit. I will have people occasionally mention that they saw comments on Reddit but I don't ask for specifics. Those posting are obvious.

Some insiders commenting on local media sites figured out that mentioning me does not have the result they want. They have stopped. Or created multiple names and are posting elsewhere. Those media outlets may still delete when people link me but unless someone tells me, as they have in the past, I don't know. The delusion of the haters that their anon downvotes matter online is so pathetic.

To those who find truth and transparency inconvenient; want me to leave? I have a one time deal for you. It is only available for a limited time.

I have certain conditions and a dollar amount that will not cover the irreparable harm and what you have cost me for the 22 years I have been stuck in this hellhole. 

That amount won't make a dent in what Humboldt has cost me and prevented me from making. I want some additional funds like moving and other expenses including for legal costs incurred in this corrupt, unjust, podunk county . I worked hard under constant obstacles to build this platform. If you want me to give it up and go somewhere else; I need incentives.

Agree to come up with the money and meet all my conditions and I will leave. I have wanted for years to but you, my haters, have caused the delay. It is only fair that you compensate me and fix what you caused. I have only certain attorneys I trust to witness and notarize the agreement.

The rest of the local "media", the court whiners and insiders, the law enforcement backstabbers and anons, the stealthy two faced politicians and their sycophants, the business gossipmongers and the rest of the haters; I believe your hate can generate the funds. Maybe then you can claim "success" once in your inadequate life and have actually worked once in your miserable, hateful existence.

When two Humboldt judges overrule another judge, that is not only disrespectful but this is why there is a constant backlog in Humboldt courts; another civil lawsuit filed Uonan aka "Chicago John"

 

**The September 28, 2025 post has links to all posts on this case.**

On 6/16/26 Nicholas Machado aka "KGB" and Uonan Uonan aka "Chicago John" 2024 human trafficking case was scheduled for preliminary hearing, motion to continue and termination of supervised release in Machado's case. Motion to continue by DA was granted but supervised release was reinstated by Humboldt Superior Court Judge Kaleb Cockrum. Preliminary hearing rescheduled for 8/13.

This case has dragged on for years now. Read through previous posts. Local attorney Ben Okin made a special appearance for Uonan's attorney Mark Reichel.

Uonan Uonan, John Uonan,  Uonan Farms and YoYo amusement LLC, Natalie Sanchez are being  sued in lawsuit filed on 4/9/26 by Kimberly and James Sullivan. The Sullivans are represented by Zwerdling Law Firm.

I was contacted about this case from a media outlet in Illinois.

Having "a baby in 3 months" and your lawyer saying he has too many court appointments is not good cause for a continuance in attempted voluntary manslaughter case

 

On 6/17, attempted attempted voluntary manslaughter suspect Vincent Nelson was arraigned on information in one of his 2026 cases. He was sitting in court with his mother.

Mr. Ken Bareilles corrected Retired Humboldt Superior Court Judge Christopher Wilson and said he was retained, not court appointed, only to say, "I am busy with court appointments" a few minutes later and to add that Nelson was having "a baby in three months" and that the jury trial be scheduled "7 or 8 months" later and next year. 

Deputy DA Jessica Watson appeared on the case for the People. She responded, "the victim also has rights."

Readiness Conference is on 8/27. Jury trial on 9/8. His other 2026 is trailing.

18 year old Kaiden Cerise arrested by HCSO for sex with a child 10 years or younger

 

18 year old Kaiden Uriah Cerise was arrested by HCSO yesterday for PC 288.7(a) sex with a child 10 years old or younger. Bail is $750,000.

"You made your choice; now I'll make mine."

 

I have 14 Humboldt court criminal cases and 12 Humboldt civil cases to update before next week. Some from last week and some from this week. The criminal cases are mostly minor updates. Some of those cases are now continued to Monday at the last minute after multiple continuances this week. 

I am done with this continued chaos that Humboldt Superior Court is creating and refuses to fix. I should not have to check the same case for ridiculous reasons multiple times a week and multiple hearings consecutively. Everyone at Humboldt Superior Court gets paid a salary or by the hour. I do not and unlike the Humboldt judges and the rest of the Humboldt criminal justice system; I don't believe in the inmates running the asylum.

I have not decided which, if any, will be new posts. I haven't decided what I am going to do and when I will finish updating or posting. I have been working non stop 24/7 and all weekend for months. I will have to spend most of this weekend doing the same. 

These are cases of interest, no one else is covering most of them or regularly. My advertisers, subscribers and contributors have the information, live and in person.

I pay attention to what my readers are responding to and adjust content accordingly. Humboldt Superior Court  dragging out cases for years with multiple continuances for the inane reasons is a waste of time for me and my readers and dedicated court coverage followers.

I recently spoke with my current advertisers, potential advertisers and those who subscribe and contribute and many of my loyal readers.

Just as you as a reader have choices; I do as well. Those who value me and know all the reasons to read me don't need any explainations. Those of you who haven't read or ignored what I have said for months and years have shown you will not  put any effort or change so I won't waste my time.

Starting today, you will not necessarily see changes nor am I going to tell you what I am doing so other media and those who have consistently tried to shut me down and silenced me have that information.

My long term advertisers and subscribers will not be affected. My short term advertisers and those who made a one time contribution have until the end of July 2026 to decide if they want to continue receiving customized benefits which I tailor to each individual and business.

To the rest, if you are not investing in me or my advertisers; you have a choice to start today. Or do not contact me with questions, promises of what you may do and don't ask me for anything.

I have a readership in Humboldt and outside Humboldt. I have a one on one interaction with most of my readers. My advertisers and I do not benefit from likes and comments from criminals, people sitting at home who do not spend money and people who  have no influence or power. Those who do read me, follow me, pay attention. Whether they like me or not; they read me and make changes and respond. Ultimately results matter. Unlike other media, I do not need a site or platform to reach people. I can and I do individually interact with people and they listen. If I did not block criminals and others, I could have a lot more likes and follows. 

I have exclusives, scoops, my court coverage is unique and includes 12 years of experience in Humboldt. I have reported in another places and states decades ago which included courts. 

I will still follow court cases and I will still do live coverage but you may or may not get notifications, those exclusives or live updates. 

I do not need to sit and waste time in the stinky, dirty local courts for 20, 30, 40 continuances and minor updates daily and not make money. I don't need to lose money because the Humboldt County Public Defender's Ofice is the worst abuser of the mental health diversion and it seems to be every other case. Conflict Counsel and certain other defense attorneys are not far behind. Between CARE Court and Wellness and all this grant money, lazy attorneys and the system are making money off grants while the public is at risk. Maybe the Humboldt County DA should subpoena the courts from that data to see if mental health diversion is being abused? We know the other useless local media with money to hire staffers who write one random story every few days or weeks and can build fancy sites won't. I am not spending time and money following up on everything.

It is draining to sit through each case when there are 56 cases in one courtroom. Most if you don't pay and do not appreciate the multi tasking and live coverage I do and the details I provide that no one does in court coverage. Every day, I am drained and exhausted for what?  The Humboldt darkness is not my fault and I put up with abuse trying to stand up for victims and the public. Go through what I have been through this hellhole for 22 years and let's see how you deal and respond. None of you call out the many conflicts of interest that other local media has and the PR fluff they try to pass of as news. They are lazy and now want to cover courts randomly in the last few months so they can sit in a chair once in a while and get paid or look up court minutes once in a blue moon instead of going out and developing news leads. They summarize months of hearing in a convoluted manner and with mistakes and don't even include the most recent developments. Which I have to correct.

Go ask the other media all the questions and make demands  you make of me. When you need something, you contact me. But money; no. Support, no. You want access to my platform and benefit from something that I built with hard work and my money. Where were most of you?

People think I should donate my time and allow you use me? If this applies to you and if you get pissy; go wherever you want. The other media does not print or publish what I do. And, I am no longer taking the physical, mental, emotional toll and risk for anyone; especially those only contact me for selfish reasons and I have never heard from before. 

I don't need to go weeks non stop 24/7 with people bothering me when I try and sit down for a cup of coffee or something to eat after a long day or postpone taking care of my health.

I have skills and talent. I need to make money. My advertisers deserve the recognition and investment from you. I chose and am selective about who I promote.

Just an ad sitting on a site does not get business. Just a flyer or a call does not get votes. I have information that never gets posted on the various platforms I use which is beneficial to politicians, businesses, lawyers and the community. That is in addition to what I do post. All of Humboldt gains from my work and many have profited because I keep access free.

I need to pay my bills. I need money for expenses associated with my work. I need to get back the money Humboldt has cost me, prevented me from making and the money I could have made but many in Humboldt took advantage of me while others have blacklisted and badmouthed me out of pettiness and retaliation.

Those who have been there for me have done so without my asking. They have tried referrals and told people why they should work with me. The obstacle to that monetization is Humboldt fear and cowardice. 

These people get access to me, my time and to ask questions. The rest of you get nothing , anymore. You took for free and gave nothing. 

Even if you decide to pay now; I don't trust you and you don't get to make demands. You have to prove yourself.

Comments will remain restricted until there are specific changes from Humboldt readers. You know. I need to focus on my work. I need to be safe. I do not tolerate abuse.

If you decide after this post to unfollow me, not read me, go ahead. You are not someone I want as a reader. You are definitely not someone I will do business with or promote.

If you think anyone else will give you what I do, for free, daily and do it unpaid; forget for 12 years; let's see how long they last. I won't be losing anything other than users, drama and stress.

While I am based in Humboldt and my content is primarily Humboldt because I am physically here; I have expanded what I cover.

Interacting with people who are not from Humboldt is positive. They appreciate and thank me and not just with words.

I am very fortunate to have the advertisers I do including my past advertisers. The lawyers who support me I am very grateful to because they have stood by me. The business comunity needs to have some cajones.

Starting today, whether it is advertiser, subscriber or contributor, my rates are not negotiable. I gave people a chance and I was willing to work with your budget.

I will not respond to anyone not willing to pay and I will not respond to how much is it and then never hear back. Make a initial payment for that first inquiry so I know you are serious.

I have already stopped responding to people who ignore my boundaries and requirements.

For the price of a couple cups of coffee a day or one lunch, you can contribute towards my work per month. All of you in Humboldt can afford to support me. You chose not to for a variety of reasons but mostly because you are selfish and users.

Most of you see me everyday. Some of you could make at least a one time contribution. There are those who have and that gesture is appreciated.

This is a business. You need to pay for the product and the service. Depending on what you pay; allows you reasonable access to my time and individual customized benefits.

Remember this post about more local businesses closing?

 

Remember this post? Lost Coast Brewery is one of the businesses I mentioned in that post. This is what I wrote in that post. 

"Three more well known local businesses will be making the same announcements as City Cab and Humboldt Towing. At least, one of those businesses this summer. Until the owners make it public, I cannot tell you who they are. When they make it official, I will remind you where you heard it first. "

Humboldt Superior Court provided me the search warrant and affadavit to the Miranda's Rescue investigation; said they don't provide copies of rejected warrants

 

This is a follow up post to my exclusive June 12 post on the Miranda's Rescue investigation. If you are of the few who did not read it, you can access it for free via the search feature on the blog or my Facebook news page.

I will leave it to readers to come to conclusions whether this verifies the tip that Humboldt Superior Court Presiding Judge Kelly Neel rejected the first HCSO warrant.

I have a copy of the signed search warrant and I asked Shannon Miranda if that matches what was given to him. I have more paperwork than what Shannon shared with me.

I looked at the search warrant and affadavit. There is a lot of information left out by other media covering this investigation. I am not going to highlight what I want; at this time. 

I am not linking my prior coverage to Miranda's Rescue. I did more than once recently. 

If other media wasn't putting out incomplete information and unsubstantiated claims; if the drama gossipy Facebook crowd with agendas, biases against Shannon, me and others were ignored; and people did not spread the lies and smears; if we had a local Sheriff who acted professionally and gave a damn about appearances and ethics; maybe I would not have to do posts with facts from court records and other documents where people use their names and risk the wrath of the Humboldt soap opera of "The Useless and the Gutless."

Convicted felon Gabriel Owen booked into Humboldt jail, returned from CDC

 

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/10/gabriel-owen-of-rio-dell-found-guilty.html?m=1#more

Gabriel Lee Owen was booked yesterday into the Humbodt County jail. He was in prison and returned to Humboldt County.

He was already resentenced on 10/28/22 by now Retired Judge Christopher Wilson after remittitur on appeal.

There is nothing in e court yet on why he is back in Eureka. I spoke with Senior Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees and he had not heard why either. There is no recent order to produce a prisoner. I just spoke to former Humboldt County DA Maggie Fleming who handles special cases including resentencing. She did not know why about this specific case either. 

There have been rulings by the California Supreme Court and California legislature that the local judges and attorneys keep up with and mention in court. I do include that in my live coverage.

I reached out to Rio Dell Corporal Crystal Landry and she got back to me, "I checked and he is going back to prison. He is not staying."

Former Assistant U.S. Attorney from California is National Coordinator for DOJ to lead "the fight against child exploitation and human trafficking."

 

In a memo to all Department of Justice employees, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced today the establishment of a single National Coordinator to lead the fight against child exploitation and human trafficking, with the goal of preventing, prosecuting, and ending human trafficking and child exploitation in America.

Anthony Ramirez arrested today is known to Eureka Police Department

 

Eureka Police Department just issued a press release about Anthony Ramirez being arrested today. I have covered Ramirez previously. The screenshots are of the previous posts.

Ramirez was booked on three counts of PC 664/187 (a) attempted murder and PC 26100 (d) discharging a firearm from a vehicle.

Mistrial in James Atkins case, jury hopelessly deadlocked on one count, retrial or will Atkins accept People's offer?

 

Live coverage of James Atkins trial. As I reported, jury started deliberations on 6/15 at 10:30. Today, 

jury  returned to deliberations at 3:10. Sent a note at 3:20 p.m. At 3:31, bailiff went to get jurors. 6 men, 6 women. Jury "hopelessly deadlocked" on Count 2 attempted murder of Erica Vancurarose. 

There is another attempted murder Count 1, victim  Matthew Lyle Dilley. 

Humboldt Superior Court Judge Steven Steward asked if further deliberations would help. Jurors said, no.

They took "3 or 4" ballots as to Count 2. Last ballot was 8 guilty 4 not guilty.

Judge Steward declared a mistrial as to Count 2. When jurors were discharged, one male juror shook his head and looked frustrated. Several jurors took Senior Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees business card and 6 jurors stayed to speak with both Mr. Rees and Mr. Anthony Tall.

Atkins had finally waived his right to a jury trial on bifurcated issues since my last update. Mr. Rees told Judge Steward, "We do intend to retry. People have made an offer on Count 2. It is a 5-7-9 triad. If Mr. Atkins agrees to upper term of 9 years and waives his apellate rights."

Mr. Tall will discuss with his client and attorneys will meet with Judge Steward tomorrow to see if the case will resolve.

I have covered this trial regularly. If you do not read me daily, you can search the blog for previous posts for free or for convenience and individual updates, there are paid options.

No other media was here. Court minutes were not up at the end of the day and not everything said in court gets put in court minutes. 

I also got exclusive information from Mr. Tall about the significance of the verdict. I am not including all of it in this post except for this one quote. "The fact that the jury deadlocked on Count 2 and found no wilful conduct on behalf of my client in Count 1 is immediate cause for appeal."

If I see this information which only I have from live, court, in person coverage repeated in other local media which has happened before and without credit to me, I will call them out this time and explore other options with a lawyer about copyrighted material and my original work.

Colusa Superior Court Presiding Judge calling family law calendars today

Colusa Superior Court Presiding Judge Jeffrey Thompson is in Courtroom 6 today which is Humboldt Superior Court Judge April Van Dyke's assigned courtroom. I heard he is here this week and possibly next week.

Trevor Parker arrested by HCSO for assault with caustic chemicals and attempted robbery

Trevor ScoutCoffman Parker arrested by HCSO yesterday for PC 664/211 attempted robbery and PC 244 assault with caustic chemicals.

HCSO issued a press release at 2:55 p.m.

Reported on this over a month ago and I included court documents

I reported on this over a month ago and I included court documents.

Lost Coast Outpost, is too late as usual.

People disqualification of Judge Neel challenged by defense in Daryl Jones' case

**I reported on the blanket disqualification in 2023.**

On an extremely busy morning, with multiple cases on in different courtrooms, I chose to cover the Daryl Jones hearing first. Humboldt Superior Court Presiding Judge Kelly Neel made a dislosure. It is my choice not to name Judge Neel's daughter even though she stated the first name on record. She is a child and as a judge's daughter, extra caution is necessary.

People explained why 170.1 wasn't filed and said they are exercising 170.6. Defense challenged it. Now we are waiting for Humboldt Superior Court Judge Timothy Canning to hear the challenge and whether it gets sent back to Judge Neel or not. Defense asked for time to get documentation from court about DA's blanket disqualification of Judge Neel. I wrote about this in 2023.  There was a lot said including defense bringing up recent Supreme Court ruling on 170.6.

"In J.O. v. Superior Court (2026) 80 Cal.App.5th / ___ Cal.5th ___, the California Supreme Court ruled that courts can now look behind peremptory judicial disqualification motions (under CCP § 170.6) if there is a prima facie showing of bad-faith "blanket" challenges aimed at removing a specific judge.Prior to this unanimous decision, a § 170.6 challenge was virtually automatic; filing an affidavit or oral statement asserting prejudice meant the judge had to be reassigned without any inquiry. The new landmark ruling drastically changes how courts can handle repeat challenges." --summary on Google from Justia Law and Wilmer Law.

The California Supreme Court decision in J.O. vs Superior Court of San Joaquin County was unanimous.

If Judge Neel is disqualified, that would make her the 5th judge who cannot hear this case. Judge Steven Steward, Judge Lawrence Killoran, Judge Cockrum and Judge April Van Dyke have recused themselves.

I have included court minutes, detailed live coverage and the actual ruling.

Court minutes:

Live coverage: 

Judge Neel said, "my daughter attended Arcata High School during that time. That is not going to  impact my ability to be fair and impartial i  this matter. I don't know if my daughter was in school that day."

Mr. Rees said, "People were planning to file a 170.1. It was rejected for form reasons. I have 170.6. " Mr. Rees filed it in court.

Ms. O'Connell said she was challenging the 170.6 and mentioned the Supreme Court ruling.

Ms. O' Connell said she is submitting on Dr. Brunetto's report. 

Mr. Rees said there will be additional statements from victims and gave a time estimate of half a day.

The case was sent to Humboldt Superior Court Assistant Presiding Judge to hear the challenge.

"If it comes back to me, " said Judge Neel, "parties need to look at having this hearing on Thursday afternoon."

Ms. O'Connell told Judge Canning, "It is the practice of the D.A's office to to do a blanket disqualification of Judge Neel.  To get the information needed, Ms. O'Connell said she needs two weeks.

"I think the Court needs to proceed right now, " said Mr. Rees. "The Court cannot make objections without evidence."

"The Court has a percentage of how many disqualifications the DA's office has made against Judge Neel. I have seen it play out in the courtroom."

"The recent Supreme Court decision in J.O. does not go into details about procedure. I do think it is fair to give Ms. O'Connell a chance to make a case of abuse of the 170.6 process. The Court will make ruling at that time."

July 1 is the court date when the prima facie hearing.

Brian Harrison gets 3 years probation for a false imprisonment conviction

 

These are the two posts I did on Brian Harrison's misdemeanor trial. The June 10 post has details on Harrisons prior cases, convictions, attorneys and how Humboldt Superior Court Judge April Van Dyke ended up being assigned the trial.

On June 11, jurors were asked to come back at 10:30. Deliberations had not started for that day. At2:30 p.m. Verdict in Harrison case. Sentencing took place on June 12.

Jorden Sterling wants to represent himself in his child abduction case

 

I have covered Jorden Sterling since 2018. This update is on Jorden and Melissa Sterling's 2026 cases.

These are the three posts I have done and all my readers know I add minor updates to post so you have a chronological timeline.

On 6/12, last Friday, the Sterlings had their preliminary hearing scheduled. Both posted bail and are out of custody. 

Jorden Sterling is represented by Deputy Conflict Counsel Zachary Curtis. He told Retired Humboldt Superior Court Judge Christopher Wilson that he wants to represent himself. Jorden Sterling was provided paperwork to file a Faretta motion. 

Ms. Andrea Sullivan, Melissa Sterling's attorney was not present. She practices primarily in Southern California. I reached out to her just this evening. 

Pre trial in both cases is scheduled on 6/16 with confirmation of counsel in Jorden Sterling's case. Preliminary hearing  is scheduled for 6/18.

If Jorden wants to represent himself and that request is granted; let's see if he is ready by 6/18.

6/16/26: Jordo and mama Sterling were in court. They kept looking at me in court and the Courthouse. After Judge Wilson asked Jordo some questions, he granted Jordo's request to represent himself. Jordo is representing himself in his family law case and also in a case he has in Shasta County. Jordo demanded discovery. Jordo has two cases trailing in Humboldt.

The best part of waiting in court for the other cases I was covering this morning was Judge Wilson's smackdown of Jordo who demanded discovery, a second after he was appointed. Judge Wilson in his deadpan manner said that Jordo was just appointed to represent himself and Conflict Counsel would give him discovery. Deputy Conflict Counsel Zack Curtis was standing there and would have done that if Jordo had waited two seconds before he tried to act like he knows what a lawyer does. Jordo confirmed for preliminary hearing. Judge Wilson asked him if he was sure since he had just received discovery and had two other cases.

Ms. Andrea Sullivan hurt her back and is unsure if she can travel next week. She confirmed for preliminary hearing but may have to file a motion to continue. Mama Sterling has been communicating with her via text and phone.

For those of you who are not Humboldt readers, you have to "experience" Humboldt to understand why some posts are written the way they are. Compare it to my coverage of other California counties and courts in other states.

6/18/26: Saw Jordo with some woman and then Mama Sterling joined them while I was at the court clerk's office getting paperwork I requested.

Jordo was filing something 15 minutes before the 10:15 preliminary hearing calendar & then demanding it be sent up to court. That's not how it works Jordo. Stop racking up cases. Don't make demands and read the local court rules and California court rules because your 🤡 act as your own lawyer is getting 💤.

The DA made a motion to continue to 6/22. Both Jordo and Mama Sterling refuse to waive time. Since Zoom appearance is authorized for Ms. Sullivan on Monday, Melissa needs to decide whether she wants an experienced lawyer or she can also represent herself. I heard them something like all these people know each other. They were referring to lawyers and the courts. That is somewhat true but all is incorrect. That does not change the fact that both Jordo and Mama face charges and need to stop thinking they can work the system. No one cares about Jordo and Mama's opinion and delusion that Humboldt Superior Court rules apply to everyone.