Jake Combs sentenced today, 60 years to life, defense motion for new trial in homicide case denied

11:28: Justice for Trevor; again. For this post, the photo I chose is to honor Trevor and his family.

Thank you Senior Deputy District Attorney Whitney Timm.

I will be adding court minutes when available and any press release from the DA.

Deputy Public Defender Emery Welton and Ryan McClurg lose. They put the Earley family through hell for an unrepentant criminal and loser.

Jake Combs sentenced today 60 years to life in in two Humboldt County cases and a third out of County case.

Motion for new trial in homicide case denied.

 I will be adding court minutes when available and any press release from the DA.

11:18 Trevor Earley's family and supporters just left the courtroom. From the smiles on their faces, take a guess what Judge Cockrum's ruling was on the defense motion for new trial.

11:04 Humboldt Superior Court Judge Kaleb Cockrum is still making remarks on the defense motion for a new trial in Jake Combs homicide case. I was in the courtroom briefly.

Marc Matteoli was the only name I was surprised to see on Eureka Mayor Kim Bergel's 460

Eureka Mayor Kim Bergel is the first candidate to file her 460. There are some names expected based on political leanings such as local business owner Melinda Meyers, contractor John Bergel, retired Margery Zwerdling, Central Labor Council of Humboldt Del Norte,  if you have been following my  court coverage of the Hillsdale Apartment lawsuits and are familiar with political beliefs of several attorneys as I am, the law firm of Janssen Malloy the law firm of Janssen Malloy contribution is not news but the name that may surprise some is realtor Marc Matteoli.

Where are the rest of the candidates 460s? Come on Anil show us the money. 

The document is online but I have added most of the pages.

460s are due 9/24. As of 2:08 p.m. no other 460s were submitted to City of Eureka Assistant Manager Pam Powell.

This is just one example of the class act Judge Neel is and how lucky Humboldt is to have her be our Presiding Judge

 

I already posted about new Humboldt Superior Court Judge Heather Cooper's ceremony on September 14. Just a few minutes ago, the media received this personal invite from Humboldt Superior Presiding Judge Kelly Neel. She is a class act. I know this because I have known her as a Humboldt Deputy DA, Deputy Counsel and now judge. The public deserves to see for themselves how lucky we are to have Judge Neel.

No press release has been issued but the ceremony is public if you want to attend. It is at 3 p.m.

"Greetings to you all,

 If we haven’t already sent a press release, one will be forthcoming, but if anyone is interested, our newest Superior Court judge, Heather S. Durand, will be sworn in; we have 8 judicial officers (which includes the Commissioner) and for the first time, we’ll have an equal number of women on the bench as we do men.

Should be a ceremony if anyone cares to pop in."

City of Eureka contacting property owners who want to be part of future housing development

City of Eureka released this 45 minutes ago. I posted on Facebook right away but had to cjeck on news tips so posting on blog now.

The blog is no longer where always I post first. Each post varies.

Former High School Operations Manager paid multiple students at Valley Christian High School and Live Oak High School in California to create child pornography

Today, Todd Baldwin of Bremerton WA, pleaded guilty in federal court to two counts of online child enticement and two counts of receipt of child pornography. Baldwin, a former High School Operations Manager paid multiple students at Valley Christian High School and Live Oak High School in San Jose to create child pornography.

The U.S. Attorney's Office of Northern California released details today. 

Hearing on County of Humboldt's motion to dismiss Ray Christie's federal lawsuit scheduled for this Friday

 

Unless there is some last minute change, it looks like the County of Humboldt's motion to dismiss will be heard this Friday.

Larson's Mr. Rick Richmond and Ms. Caroline G. Glennie-Smith are the two attorneys primarily working on this lawsuit for Ray Christie. Ms. Donna Sotera Zamora-Stevens joined the team for the federal lawsuit. Ms. Glennie-Smith wanted to appear remotely.

These are just two posts I did on Mr. Richmond.

These are just some of the posts I have done on Ray Christie's federal lawsuit against the County of Humboldt. 

Ray Christie is suing County of Humboldt, former HCSO Deputy Travis Mendes, former Humboldt Deputy DA Adrian Kamada, Sheriff Honsal.Deputy County Counsel Joel Campbell-Blair and Destinee Valeska are both working on this lawsuit.

When there is a ruling, I am not summarizing all the details, exclusives and providing screenshots again. Most of my regular readers value my time and effort and read me daily. This post is for the few who may need a refresher or get caught up. The other local media has not covered this for months.

PG & E: "We respect your privacy and are only taking images of our equipment."

Last time, PG & E cancelled safety work at the last minute.

Just got this text. "PG&E will be performing electric safety work near address redacted. We will be in your area using a helicopter to inspect our electric towers, poles and/or equipment. Our work will take place near your property. We expect work to start mid September and continue for about 4 weeks. We respect your privacy and are only taking images of our equipment."

Gregory Bixler arrested by HCSO on warrant for alleged sex crimes involving a victim incapable of consent

(Shouse Law)

Gregory Alexander Bixler was arrested by HCSO yesterday on a foreign warrant for PC 289(d) forcible sexual penetration with a foreign object of a person incapable of consent, PC 289(d)(1) forcible sexual penetration with a foreign object of a person incapable of consent and PC 287(f) oral copulation on an unconscious victim.

I contacted HCSO Erin Inskip and the warrant was issued from Santa Barbara county.

Rocket Dog Rescue wants to amend FAC

As I had previously reported, Mr. Paul Nathan who is representing Rocket Dog Rescue told me he had made an error in naming other defendants. Today, he filed an application to amend the First Amended Complaint. Shannon Miranda has not been served, the Case Management Conference is not until 1/25/27.

HBO doing documentary on Miranda's Rescue

I don't know if they have filmed yet. HBO reached out to Jenna Moore and Jennifer Raymond first, then contacted Shannon Miranda. He and his husband Jim Oxborrow could not say yes fast enough. While the narcissists are on PR tour, where is justice for the dogs?

Jimbo should talk to his hubby before cussing at me. Typical Humboldt ingrate who forgets the abuse, death threats I received when I was the only one talking to Shannon initially.

All the three principals in this personal narcissist drama and many of their followers and supporters that are nasty, abusive and sit online all day, especially on Facebook attacking others. 

Verizon, America's network you cannot rely on when it matters most

 

For the first time, check network status worked. Unfortunately, taking up to 48 hours is not ok when my work depends on reliable connection. It has been spotty for more than 48 hours where I live and work. You don't wait to get paid, do you?

8:33 still not resolved.

Placer County deputies looking for Derek Spencer who rammed a patrol vehicle, shot at law enforcement, pointed firearms at victims and is wanted for several felonies

 

Photos and information from Placer County Sheriff.

"Placer County Sheriff’s Office deputies are searching the Iowa Hill area for a suspect who is armed and dangerous.

The suspect, 44-year-old Derek Spencer, is wanted for several felonies, including pointing a firearm at victims in Placer County earlier today. While searching for Spencer, deputies located him in the Iowa Hill area. Spencer then rammed a Placer County Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle and fled the area, prompting the ongoing search. Spencer has fired shots at law enforcement and at law enforcement helicopters.

Everyone in the Iowa Hill area is urged to lock your doors and remain inside.

We will continue to provide updates as more information is available."

9/21/26 update: 

Just before 2:30 a.m. members of the Placer County Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team moved into a heavily forested area, where the suspect, 44-year-old Derek Spencer, was attempting to hide.

The suspect’s location was found with assistance from a California Highway Patrol aircraft using infrared technology. That information allowed tactical teams to develop a plan to approach the suspect.

Several teams then made their way through steep, difficult terrain in the dark. The approach took several hours.

Once the tactical teams reached the suspect’s location, the suspect fired several shots. That led to a standoff, during which the suspect was seen via drone footage starting two separate fires. At 4 a.m. the suspect once again fired shots toward deputies from a berm he was hiding behind, deputies returned fire ultimately striking and killing the suspect.

This suspect went on a dangerous crime spree that took a tragic turn, resulting in the loss of an innocent life. Our hearts are with the family impacted by this senseless and random act of violence.

Just this month Spencer had been arrested three times. One September 3rd he was arrested by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office for felony vandalism, assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer and resisting arrest. He was released on Sept 11th on bond. Then on September 13th he arrested by Folsom PD for burglary. He was released the same day on his own recognizance. On September 15th he was arrested by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office for stealing a car, he was released the next day on September 16th on bond. Then on September 19th he stole a vehicle and guns, and shot at a moving vehicle in El Dorado County. That led up to the incident and manhunt in Iowa Hill on September 20th.

CAL FIRE NEU/Placer County is now working on fire suppression efforts.

This was a difficult operation that required a lot of resources. We appreciate the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.

Taylor Patricia Miranda arrested by CHP for DUI

(Graph from Law Offices of Larry Kuo)

Taylor Patricia Miranda was arrested yesterday by CHP for VC 23152(a) DUI and VC 23152(b) driving with a blood alcohol above the legal limit. These are both misdemeanor charges and she was released on O.R.

"Just as Los Angeles County residents are struggling to keep pace with rising gas and grocery prices, the Court finds itself in a similar bind – our operational costs continue to outpace our budget resources."

 

(LA Superior Court website)

The Superior Court of Los Angeles County giving eligible court employees the option to voluntarily under budget strains is yet another example of fat cat California politicians who are anti public safety. 

Los Angeles Superior Court issued a press release yesterday.

Mateo Paul a.k.a. “Infant Bix was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the murder of a victim shot to death during a marijuana deal

24 year old Mateo Paul  a.k.a. “Infant Bix was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the murder of a victim shot to death during a marijuana deal.

United States District Judge Fernando L. Aenlle-Rocha, who also ordered him to pay $1,842,927 in restitution. 

In February 2025, Paul pleaded guilty to one count of interference with commerce by robbery and one count of brandishing and discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. He has been in custody since November 2023.

U.S. Attorney's Office of Southern California released details yesterday.

Amy's Kitchen closing Santa Rosa manufacturing plan, moving production to Oregon and Idaho

 

(Amy's website)

Amy's Kitchen is closing its Santa Rosa manufacturing plant and production will move to Medford, Oregon, and Pocatello, Idaho. 

The facility will close in phases, with a total of 260 jobs eliminated. Layoffs are scheduled to begin late this year and concludenext summer.

Impacted employees will receive separation packages, job placement assistance and other counseling services.

Amy's closed its San Francisco restaurant in March and the closure off the San Jose factory in September 2022 resulted in the loss of 300 jobs.

Convicted sex offender Nahum White arrested by HCSO for failure to register

 

(Megan's Law)

Convicted sex offender Nahum Franklin White was arrested by by HCSO Deputy Jonathan Eckert last night for PC 290.012(a) failure to register as a sex offender.

To DHHS Director Connie Beck, will you be issuing a formal public apology to DHHS Jewish employees?

 

I did my own search for Humboldt DHHS Newsletter Summer 2026 since the document did not come up for me in a search.

The letter as you can see is unsigned. To the sender of this letter, the clue you gave me as to where this letter may have originated from; that will remain confidential.

Please send me the CRD and EEOC complaint. Email is faster and you are assured confidentiality. The email is under the contact information on the blog and I am sure you have access to it or my cell phone number. Text is also confidential.

I do not know when the letter was mailed this week. The envelope had a received stamp from the post office on 9/16. I got it today.

I do not know if it was sent to any other local media. The envelope was handwritten and addressed to me.

I agree with the letter writer that the County of Human Resources should do an investigation.

To DHHS Director Connie Beck, will you be issuing a formal public apology to DHHS Jewish employees? I will print it as soon as I receive it; even if it tonight or this weekend.

I will be sending an email with this post to Director Beck, HR and two of the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors on Monday since I doubt any of you will check or respond on the weekend. I will send it to Fourth District Supervisor Natalie Arroyo and Second District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell.

Let's see what action Director Beck faces compared to what Second District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell did for hurting the feelings of Rex Bohn's bff Tracy D'Amico and Kaleigh Maffei Board Services Specialis for the Humbodt County BOS.

I just want to remind people that some of the local activists and certain local liberal media unfairly singled out Humboldt Senior Deputy DA Roger Rees for excercising his First Amendment during lunch and off the clock. He had every right to do what he did on his own time and he did not use County resources. He is Jewish. He is conservative.

If those very people apply a double and selective standard to Director Beck now or ignore this completely; their actions speak for themselves.

I have personally witnessed hate, vile, antisemitic speech around the Courthouse and the 5th and H post office. The people yelling  are white and mostly younger white, liberal males.

I have brought this post to the attention of DOJ, Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon and the CA GOP.

Nothing will happen on a federal level or state level because Humboldt County is irrelevant to power in politics and an economically depressed county is not a priority.

The so called  Humboldt conservatives with money including business owners, the few conservative politicians, the local Judeo Christian "believers" with money who should be supporting my work can't over their fees fees and fragile egos to support me or my work because they do not give a damn about people or conservatives. Some of them and they know who they are have instead done everything they can to force me to struggle and fight attacks against me while still standing up for the community. Some of those two faced cowards support the very liberal media who silences all dissent by moderates and conservatives.

There was a tip given to me about a year ago about two flags at an office at the Courthouse which I cannot confirm since the media and public do not have access to all areas of the Courthouse. I do not know if those flags are still up so am waiting to hear from my source. If they are, the relevance to this post will be obvious.

9/22/26: I did email County HR, DHHS Director Connie Beck, Fourth District Supervisor Natalie Arroyo and Second District Supervisor Michelle Bushnell about the Jewish employee claims newsletter and the deadline to respond passed hours ago. The arrogance and non response does not surprise me.