> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.mendolocal.news/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Mendo Local Weekly News β€” February 1, 2026 - URL: https://www.mendolocal.news/weekly-news-february-1/ - Published: 2026-02-02T03:20:55.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-13T20:03:12.000Z - Description: Affordable homes at The Sea Ranch, a grassroots vision for the future in Caspar, and scholarship opportunities for college-bound kids - Author: Elise Cox - Tags: Weekly News ## πŸ›οΈ MENDOCINO COUNTY **Federal Court Upholds Sheriff’s Authority in Cannabis Raids on Tribal Land** *By Elise Cox, MendoLocal.News* A federal judge ruled that Mendocino County sheriff’s deputies may enforce criminal laws against large-scale cannabis cultivation on tribal land, while allowing claims of unlawful searches and discriminatory enforcement to proceed. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.mendolocal.news/p/federal-court-upholds-sheriffs-authority) **Mendocino County’s Tax Collection Crisis** *By Mark Scaramella, Anderson Valley Advertiser* More than $30.6 million in unpaid property taxes reveal deep systemic problems in the county’s tax collection system, raising concerns about impacts on schools and public services. πŸ”’[Read more](http://theava.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) **Prop 36 and Measure B β€” No More Excuses** *By Mark Scaramella, Anderson Valley Advertiser* Despite collecting over $51 million in Measure B revenue, the county still lacks a clear plan for delivering the mental health and substance use services voters approved. πŸ”’[Read more](http://theava.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) **β€˜Super Flu’ Bug Causing Suffering This Winter** *By Susan Wolbarst, The Independent Coast Observer* A severe influenza strain has hospitalized an estimated 120,000 people nationwide, though no flu-related deaths have been reported locally. πŸ”’ [Read more](http://mendonoma.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) **Local Artists Fund Environmental Scholarships** *By Sydney Fishman, The Mendocino Voice* Mendocino Eco Artists are donating artwork proceeds to fund scholarships for local students pursuing environmental studies. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/local-artists-help-fund-environmental-scholarships-for-mendocino-county-students/?ref=mendolocal.news) **PG&E Employees Raise $300,000+ for Scholarships** *PG&E News & Events* Employee-led fundraising will provide college scholarships of up to $6,000 for students across Northern and Central California. πŸ”— [Read more](https://investor.pgecorp.com/news-events/press-releases/press-release-details/2026/More-Than-300000-in-College-Scholarships-Funded-by-PGE-Coworkers-Now-Available-for-Students-in-Northern-and-Central-California/?ref=mendolocal.news) **Public Hearing on Unmet Transit Needs** *By Sarah Stierch, The Mendocino Voice* A public hearing Monday will gather input on transportation gaps affecting seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/public-hearing-set-monday-on-transit-needs-in-mendocino-county/?ref=mendolocal.news) **Wildfire Mitigation Grants Available** *North Bay Forest Improvement Program* Landowners can apply for up to 80% reimbursement for forest health projects aimed at reducing wildfire risk. Applications due Feb. 13. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.northbayforestimprovementprogram.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## 🏘️ CASPAR **Residents Unite to Shape County’s Future** *By Mary Rose Kaczorowski, The Mendocino Voice* Community members met to develop a shared platform addressing housing, climate change, economic sustainability, and social justice. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/mendocino-coast-residents-met-sunday-to-prioritize-a-platform-of-shared-goals/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## πŸš“ COVELO **Covelo Man Arrested for November Shooting** *By Sydney Fishman, The Mendocino Voice* A 45-year-old man was arrested on attempted murder charges related to a November shooting. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/covelo-man-arrested-in-connection-with-november-shooting/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## πŸ“Ά FORT BRAGG **Broadband Project Faces Major Cost Overruns** *By Elise Cox, MendoLocal.News* Fort Bragg’s municipal broadband project has grown by nearly $3 million over initial estimates. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.mendolocal.news/p/fort-bragg-broadband-overruns) **Grocery Outlet Construction Delayed** *By Elise Cox, MendoLocal.News* Construction on Fort Bragg’s long-awaited Grocery Outlet is now expected to begin in May. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.mendolocal.news/p/fort-bragg-grocery-outlet-construction-may) **Prowler Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges** *By Elise Cox, MendoLocal.News* A 23-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to multiple felony sexual assault charges. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.mendolocal.news/p/not-guilty-plea-fort-bragg-prowler) **Teen Arrested in New Year’s Eve Drive-By Shooting** *Fort Bragg Police Press Release* Police recovered a loaded ghost gun during the arrest of a teenage suspect. πŸ”— [Read more](https://www.mendolocal.news/p/arrest-in-new-years-eve-driveby) --- ## 🚧 LAYTONVILLE **Fatal Highway 101 Crash Claims One Life** *By Dan McMenamin, The Mendocino Voice* A head-on collision south of Rattlesnake Summit left one person dead and another injured. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/1-dead-1-injured-in-highway-101-crash-near-laytonville-monday-night/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## βš“ POINT ARENA **Point Arena Pier Gets New Hoist** *By Alessandra Rizzo, The Mendocino Voice* A delayed hoist replacement is complete, allowing fishermen to resume pier operations. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/after-3-months-the-point-arena-pier-finally-gets-a-new-hoist/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## 🏑 SEA RANCH **Affordable Homes Offered to First-Time Buyers** *By Chelsea Randall, The Independent Coast Observer* A February 5 webinar will outline opportunities for first-time buyers in The Sea Ranch. πŸ”’ [Read more](http://mendonoma.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) **Swim Lessons Canceled Amid Rules Dispute** *By Kat Gleason, The Independent Coast Observer* A conflict between association rules and state law has led to the cancellation of free swim lessons. πŸ”’ [Read more](http://mendonoma.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) --- ## πŸ™οΈ UKIAH **City Council Approves Demolition for Student Housing** *By Justine Frederiksen, Ukiah Daily Journal* Historic buildings will be demolished to make way for affordable student housing. πŸ”’ [Read more](http://ukiahdailyjournal.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) **Bobby Cochran Exhibit Opens Feb. 6** *By Carole Brodsky, Ukiah Daily Journal* A new exhibit highlights the work of Mendocino County photographer Bobby Cochran. πŸ”’ [Read more](http://ukiahdailyjournal.com/?ref=mendolocal.news) (subscription required) --- ## 🌱 WILLITS **Residents Map Out Food Security Solutions** *By Savana Robinson, The Mendocino Voice* Community members developed a year-long action plan focused on food access and resilience. πŸ”— [Read more](https://mendovoice.com/2026/01/willits-residents-map-out-food-security-solutions-for-an-equitable-future/?ref=mendolocal.news) --- ## πŸ“° CALMATTERS **Social Media Giants Face Youth Mental Health Lawsuits** *By Colin Lecher, CalMatters* Major tech companies are facing lawsuits alleging they knowingly designed addictive platforms for young users. πŸ”— [Read more](https://calmatters.org/economy/technology/2026/01/social-media-addiction-suits-in-california/?ref=mendolocal.news) **California Cities See Steep Drop in Homicides** *By Nigel Duara, CalMatters* Homicide rates dropped sharply in 2025 across major California cities. πŸ”— [Read more](https://calmatters.org/justice/2025/10/proposition-36-treatment-study/?ref=mendolocal.news) **State Health Workers Required to Use E-Verify** *By Khari Johnson, CalMatters* Unions are raising concerns over privacy and data security as thousands of state health workers are required to use E-Verify. πŸ”— [Read more](https://calmatters.org/economy/technology/2026/01/california-state-workers-must-use-citizenship-e-verify/?ref=mendolocal.news)