NCJ PREVIEW

This week we're looking at how Centro del Pueblo is getting Humboldt County ready to face ICE with workshops on rights and building allyship. We're also sampling the goods at a rotating Italian spot with Philadelphia roots. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're sharing a CalMatters story looking at the nine-student school the town of Orick could lose and what it would mean for the community. We're also talking about the much-needed lift from Artemis II and feeding your soul with Humboldt scenery and the music scene. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories.

The annual Green Issue is here with nesting news as the cohort of condors released into the wild moves into the family planning phase. We’re also visiting learning about Indigenous cuisine and decolonizing our palates from chef Crystal Wahpapah. Hit subscribe and keep up with stories from all over Humboldt.

Taco Week returns, as do existential questions about what makes a taco. We're also learning about the annual Big Time Native gathering at Cal Poly Humboldt and the organizers, dancers, vendors and folks coming together to celebrate culture. And for those who live for the drama, we've got reviews of Bat Boy and Sherwood. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're looking at how the process for censure for Humboldt County Supervisors and what Supervisor Rex Bohn's non-censure means for the system going forward. We've also got advice on working as a community in times of disaster. Finally, a little humor in amid grim revelations about public figures. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're talking about the Siren's Song Tavern making a home in the old Jim Dunn's Cosmopolitan. We're also looking at the sentencing at the end of and embezzling scandal. And finally, where to go for fancy fries. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories

This week we're looking at how people, aid organizations and businesses are working to recover from flooding in the small coastal community of King Salmon. We've also got recommendations for a sandwich at J Cafe in Whitethorn and how the Speakeasy bar is using drinks to raise money for those resisting ICE in Minneapolis. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

The Health and Wellness issue is here and we're talking bone strength, meditation in a chaotic world and eating (and enjoying) your vegetables. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

In the wake of the fire that leveled buildings in Arcata, we're looking at how firefighters and fundraisers helped out during and after the disaster. Our cover story this week follows Food Not Bombs volunteers as they feed hungry people around the county. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're looking back at the Top 10 Stories of 2025, from the rivers to the racetrack. And we'll run down candidates for our annual list of Top 10 Dick Moves. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we’re looking back at the year as captured by Mark Larson’s photos. And we’re having a laugh over reimagined holiday romance movies in the Hallmark tradition. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week, we're looking at the 10-year closure of the North Coast's recreational abalone fishery and how we got here. We'll also introduce you to one of the army of volunteers that make visiting the redwoods possible. Finally, you should throw a potato party and we'll tell you why. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

The annual North Coast Journal Flash Fiction Contest winner and finalists are here! We've also got a story on the second investigation into a county supervisor's behavior, this time regarding Rex Bohn. And finally, we're looking at recently released body camera footage of sheriff's deputies fatally shooting a suspect in July, and questions about why only one of four deputies had his body cam on. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're sharing the story of a local connection to a long ago shipwreck and the family of a lost sailor. We're also talking about the Trans Week of Resistance and the start of holiday theater around the county. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're sharing a Cal Poly Humboldt student investigative story on how local and sustainable CPH's new dining services setup really is. We're also talking comedy and tragedy on local stages. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories.

This week we have a story from Native Underscore News about the Klamath River's comeback post-damming and the challenges ahead. We're also looking at local efforts to help those missing SNAP benefits and the censure of a Humboldt County supervisor. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

We’re all in on Halloween with a spooky-sweet comic by local artist Liz Valasco, haunted house reviews and scary book recs. Real world fears loom, starting Nov. 1, as SNAP benefits halt. We’re looking at how Humboldt is preparing and the cuts that are making it tougher. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

The No Kings II protest drew thousands to the Humboldt County Courthouse, and we’re looking at the organizations and local folks who gathered there. We’ve also got the inside scoop on the wild bear who stopped by the zoo and a new production of The Rocky Horror Show. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we have the story of a local man who joined the international flotilla bringing aid to Gaza. On the lighter side, we're also hailing winners from Burger Week. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're wrapping up the two-part story on brothels and shady business in early Eureka. We've also got the story behind the popular Filipino food stall at the Arcata Farmers Market. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're talking about the first of a two-part history of brothels in Eureka and how the women of the red-light district kept the city in the black. And we're running down some noteworthy music shows around the county. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're grabbing extra napkins and celebrating Burger Week at local restaurants. And we've got a salty story on local jellyfish. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we've got a breakdown of the Humboldt County Grand Jury's report on major issues and solutions from mental health facilities to stray animals. We're also sharing the story of a mother and son cooking Thai food together at Curry Leaf. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're looking at the joint exhibition by married artists Becky Evans and Robert Benson, born from their exploration of Ironside Mountain and the sacred spot where a historic lookout tower burned in the Monument Fire. And we've got advice from Tanya Schrum on taking your dog to parks, beaches and trails for conflict-free fun. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week, we're looking at the 10-year ban on abalone and the newly discovered cause of the starfish wasting disease that is among the die-off's major factors. We're also behind the scenes at the Humboldt County Fair apple pie contest. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're looking at Dell'Arte's theater program at Pelican Bay State Prison, the subject of a new documentary. We've also got an update on the Barred Owl culling plan to save the Northern Spotted Owl for extinction, which is now itself under threat. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're sharing a story from Underscore Native News about Indigenous youth paddling down the undammed Klamath River in a celebration of historic restoration. We've also got an update on the recall effort in the city of Blue Lake and what it means for the embattled city council going forward. Finally, take an ocean trip with birders — but bring your motion sickness meds. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

The votes have been tallied and the Best of Humboldt issue is here, so we're taking a look at this year's winners. And after a heartbreaking championship series, we've got Player of the Year picks for our Humboldt Crabs. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week, Setlist columnist Collin Yeo joins us to talk about Carol Jacobson of the Eureka Symphony and his story about how both have enriched our community's music scene. Then we've got an update on the Blue Lake City Council recall, which could leave remaining members unable to fill its ranks. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're looking at why a law is allowing sex offenders to petition for removal from California's online registry, and how one survivor is fighting to change that. We've also got a story about how the North Coast Community Blood Bank is using food to remove barriers to donation and turning it into an event. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're looking at what the Wiyot Tribe is doing to help youth and seniors in need of housing as the Dishgamu Community Land Trust breaks ground on a new project. We've also got the details on Kokoro Ramen, recently opened in Old Town. And we're saying a fond farewell to Thadeus Greenson, Journal news editor. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week's cover is a CalMatters story about how a Hoopa man was arrested for a 32-year-old murder, and how a defense investigator unraveled the case against him. We also have an update on why the murder conviction of Jake Henry Combs has been overturned and what happens next. Finally, we're sharing top picks from the stalls of Eureka's Friday Night Market. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

We've got Restaurant Week on the cover this issue. Inside, we're looking back on a weekend of protest in Eureka and across the country, and Oyster Fest in Arcata. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're peeking into artists' workspaces during North Coast Open Studios. We've also got news about efforts to get vital abortion care for St. Joseph Hospital patients, as well as what we know about the shooting at Bear River Recreation Center. And finally, our first look at the new Humboldt Dockside Market. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're delving into the history, founders, newly renovated ballpark and even the snack shack of the Humboldt Crabs. We've also got an update on the shake-up in Blue Lake where a recall of city councilmembers has begun. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

Our Glorious edition features the three-day Kinetic Grand Championship race. We've also got an update on how Trump's cuts are impacting vital services for folks in Humboldt County. Finally, we have the story of a painter who focuses on the warmth, humor and humanity of rural Humboldt. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on local stories. 

This week we have a story from Indian Country Today about the Karuk Tribe and a historic agreement with the state to make way for "good fire." We're also looking back at the history of the Eureka Woman's Club and its kitchen-based fundraising. This week's issue also shares thoughts on accessibility at Cal Poly Humboldt and an update on an abortion-related lawsuit against St. Joseph Hospital. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

Our Summer of Fun issue is here with all the camp, craft, arts and outdoor options for kids in our county. We've also got an update on the plight of our local red abalone and Humboldt's marine ecosystem. There are possible developments in the conditional release of a convicted sexually violent predator and his placement in Manila, as well. Finally, we're checking out a new plant-based Witness Coffee in Eureka. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're digging into a vegetable garden feeding residents at Eureka's juvenile detention center. We're also sharing experiences of Cuba as told by workers at an Arcata restaurant and checking in on the impacts of Trump's first 100 days. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

For our annual Green Issue, we're looking into the Yurok Tribe's efforts to bring back prairie lands and all the flora and fauna that come with it. And if you're looking for new ways to eat your greens, we have a great recipe to change things up. We're also talking about a convicted serial rapist's return to the county now that his sentence is up.  Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're sharing stories of the Indigenous activists who fought to remove the Klamath Dams. We've also talked to local breweries bracing for Trump's tariffs to raise the costs for aluminum cans and more. Finally, we've got a look back at the Hands Off protest against the Trump administration in Eureka. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

Happy NCJ Taco Week! We're perusing the menu and checking out this year's taco trends at local restaurants. We'll share why we've changed how we print our papers starting with this issue, as well. We've also got a look at Congressmember Huffman's Town Hall last week. Elsewhere, the county is welcoming Ishung, the new black bear at the zoo. Finally, we've got a developing story on an alleged  cocaine and weapons operation connected to moving $11 million overseas through a local market. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.

This week we're looking into upcoming changes in programming at Cal Poly Humboldt (formerly Center Arts) due to organizational changes and a big budget crunch. We also have a story about how the Trump administration has removed a crucial report on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People from the Department of Justice website. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we've got the sad story of how lead ammo poisoned and killed one of our local California condors. We're also looking at how directives and cuts from the White House are costing jobs, food security and more in Humboldt County. Finally, get some milk for the story of one man's victory at a hot wing eating contest. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're celebrating Sunshine Week with the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Foilies, naming and shaming those who blocked public information this year. We've also got an update on local resentencing and good news about a big comeback for a Mexican market and bakery. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

This week we're talking about a planned fish market in Eureka and what it could mean for local fishers and people who love seafood. We're also sharing a spot for traditional Lao noodles and another for Mexican fusion birria ramen. Finally, we're taking a satirical look at the shifting values of the Republican party. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories. 

On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, news editor Thadeus Greenson dives into the state of horse racing at the Humboldt County Fair in this week’s cover story. Arts and features editor Jennifer Fumiko Cahill talks the economics of crab season and the impact on Humboldt fishers in this week’s On The Table. Finally, we wrap up with Greenson covering California Local Journalism Fellow Anne To’s story on the Chinese Expulsion Monument in Eureka.  Find all these stories and more in this week’s issue of the Journal!Read the full stories here: Eureka Chinatown Project to Create Chinese Expulsion MonumentFishers Make the Most of a Better Crab SeasonThe Humboldt County Fair is at a Crossroads

On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, arts and features editor Jennifer Fumiko Cahill talks Mark Lawson’s story on the wildly funny Papaya Lounge cabaret. News editor Thadeus Greenson talks a recent panel discussion on healthcare in Humboldt, as well as digital editor Kimberly Wear’s update on a controversial U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plan to protect the endangered northern spotted owl.Find all these stories and more in this week’s issue of the Journal!Read the full stories here:Healthcare Leaders Talk Recruitment, Retention in Panel DiscussionEnter the Papaya Lounge‘Complex Tradeoffs'

On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, Arts and Features Editor Jennifer Fumiko Cahill discusses News Editor Thadeus Greenson’s cover story Freeing Aaron Bjorkstrand, and  #tradwife content on social media with her article Trog Wife. Followed by California Local Journalism fellow Kelby McIntosh, who talks about the new Arcata City Manager Merritt Perry. Read all this and more in the latest issue of the North Coast Journal!READ FULL STORIES HEREFreeing Aaron BjorkstrandMerritt Perry Begins Tenure as Arcata's City ManagerTrog WifeAll these stories and more can be found in the latest issue of the Journal or on our website at: northcoastjournal.com/.

On this week’s episode of the NCJ Preview, news editor Thadeus Greenson talks about digital editor Kimberly Wear's story on teen courts and offers an update the Jacobs middle school deal. Arts and features Editor Jennifer Fumiko Cahill also talks about the new Asia’s Best grocery store in Fortuna. Read all this and more in the latest issue of the North Coast Journal!READ FULL STORIES HEREA Jury of Their PeersEureka City School $6 Million Jacobs’ Deal is DeadAsia's Best Brings a Pan-Asian Hub to Fortuna All these stories and more can be found in the latest issue of the Journal or on our website at: northcoastjournal.com.