Clearlake News

Another stoppage for toddler-killing trial

Thu, 24 May 2012 22:54:00 GMT

The jurors in the toddler-killing trial were released for the day without hearing any testimony Thursday, with the judge saying information that came to light "literally this morning" necessitated the delay.

Police and fire log: Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:29:56 GMT

Caller in the 900 block of South State Street reported at 12:19 a.m. Saturday that an explosive device was at a motel in the 1200 block of South State Street.

LCSO still searching for escaped inmate

Tue, 22 May 2012 06:10:23 GMT

The original charges for escaped inmate Roger Daniel Vigil, 49 of Clearlake were disclosed to Lake County Publishing staff Monday.

Clearlake man waives preliminary hearing

Tue, 22 May 2012 02:05:52 GMT

A Clearlake man accused of causing a fatal crash and leaving the scene last month waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Friday.

On the Spectrum: Reducing library access is wrong move

Mon, 21 May 2012 20:56:22 GMT

A few months ago I added my name to a petition asking the Obama administration to make school libraries a national priority.

Hospice fundraiser to highlight Italian food

Sat, 19 May 2012 06:12:33 GMT

Park Place Restaurant, located on Third Street in Lakeport, will host a fundraising event to benefit Hospice Services of Lake County.

Carwash to benefit fireworks

Sat, 19 May 2012 02:02:57 GMT

Lakeshore Lions Club is again working to keep the Fourth of July fireworks display alive.

Another delay for toddler-killing trial

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:34:43 GMT

The toddler-killing trial met another "unexpected" delay, as the judge put it, Thursday afternoon just as the former co-defendant began testifying as a prosecution witness.

Redevelopment Oversight board transfers properties

Fri, 18 May 2012 02:25:33 GMT

The Clearlake Redevelopment Oversight Board took action Thursday to transfer public use properties from the former Redevelopment Agency to the City of Clearlake.

Guest Commentary: Creating safe streets, healthy community

Thu, 17 May 2012 06:52:19 GMT

We all want to live in a community where it is safe to walk to the park, to school or to one of our charming local stores.

Six people testify in toddler-killing trial

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:42:46 GMT

The ex-girlfriend of the former co-defendant, her cousin and two law enforcement officials were among the six witnesses to take the stand Wednesday in the toddler-killing trial.

Jail inmate says defendant bragged about shooting

Thu, 10 May 2012 07:41:25 GMT

An inmate from the county jail testified Wednesday in the toddler-killing trial and said one co-defendant boasted about participating in the shooting and talked about a plan to escape from custody last year.

Driver suspected of DUI in collision with motorcycle near Clearlake

Thu, 10 May 2012 03:36:51 GMT

A Lucerne woman was arrested Tuesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence after she caused a crash that injured two people on a motorcycle, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Arrest made in connection with fatal crash

Thu, 10 May 2012 01:37:01 GMT

A woman was killed and another arrested following a solo car crash on Highway 29 Tuesday evening.

Organization can help with sick, injured wildlife

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:48:43 GMT

Lake County has an abundance of wildlife. Deer, wild turkeys and even an occasional mountain lion can often be seen within the city limits of Lakeport and Clearlake as well in other residential areas around the county.

Lake Transit Authority to meet in Middletown

Tue, 08 May 2012 06:56:18 GMT

The Lake Transit Authority will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Calpine's Cartwright Geothermal Visitors Center, located at 15500 Central Park Road in Middletown.

Double-murder case gets new trial date

Tue, 08 May 2012 02:51:50 GMT

The case against a man accused of killing a Maine couple in Lake County more than two years ago is set for trial in mid-October. Robby Alan Beasley, 31, of Clearlake pleaded not guilty to three felonies, including two counts of murder, in connection with the deaths of Frank and Yvette Maddox.

Fatal crash: Preliminary hearing set

Sat, 05 May 2012 09:08:04 GMT

LAKE COUNTY A preliminary hearing in a felony case against Danny Fields, II, 27, of Clearlake is scheduled for 8:15 a.m. May 14 in Lake County Superior Court.

Summer of Peace meeting set

Sat, 05 May 2012 02:48:50 GMT

The organizers of the Lake County Summer of Peace announced the preview of "peace pole" designs and an organizational meeting will take place Tuesday afternoon at Lakeport City Hall.

Lakeport council opposes Measure D

Thu, 03 May 2012 06:38:20 GMT

The citizen-drafted ordinance, also known as "The Lake County Medical Marijuana Cultivation Act of 2012," will appear on the June ballot as a result of an initiative effort.