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Making History

The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Crescent City Times.com By Kevin Kiley – June 5, 2026 Certain politicians thought they could move lines around on a map and choose your representative for you. But they forgot one thing. We still get to vote. You can see […]

City Officials Pursue $50 Million Forgivable Loan For Major Sewer Plant Upgrade

Thumbnail photo by James Brooks Following a public hearing and the adoption of increased sewer rates, Crescent City City Manager Eric Wier said staff have begun pursuing the state funding connected to the utility’s next phase. The next phase involves installing the infrastructure the sewer plant needs to meet updated National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System … Continue reading City Officials Pursue $50 Million Forgivable Loan For Major Sewer Plant Upgrade →

DID THE CITY LIE ABOUT EXPANSION?

The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Crescent City Times.com By Jody Mangum- June 1, 2026 NOTE BY EDITOR: This speech was given at the Press Conference held at the Flynn Center on June 1st before the City Council convened for the Hearing on the water/sewer […]

ELECTION RESULTS – DEL NORTE COUNTY

June 2, 2026 UPDATED June 5, 2026 Precincts Reported: 19 or 19 (100%) Voters Cast: 4,392 of 15,144 6/5/26 6,285 of 15,144 California Governor: Steve Hilton, Rep 1,638 6/2/26 2,289 Information on other offices can be found at: https://groups.google.com/a/co.del-norte.ca.us/g/election-updates/c/ujgtGAoz6_M/m/-nsxoZkeAgAJ?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer&pli=1 MEMBER OF THE STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 2 Michael Greer, Rep 2,367 6/5/26 3,416 Chris Rogers, Dem […]

SEVERELY DISADVANTAGED, YET ASKED TO PAY MORE

The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Crescent City Times.com By Investigative Reporter, Linda Sutter – June 3, 2026 With many economists warning of economic uncertainty, rising consumer debt, increasing bankruptcies, and mounting pressure on working families across the nation, Crescent City residents recently received another […]

Early Election Results Show Howard, Borges Leading Over Challengers in Del Norte Supervisor Races

Thumbnail photo: The Veterans Memorial Hall served as one of the polling places for the June 2 Primary Election. | Photo by Monique Camarena Chris Howard said he was ready for the “next leg of the adventure” after final election night results were posted Tuesday, though he lamented at the low voter turnout. As the … Continue reading Early Election Results Show Howard, Borges Leading Over Challengers in Del Norte Supervisor Races →

Protest Efforts Fail To Stop City Water, Sewer Rate Increases

Thumbnail photo: Margaret Sargent on Monday speaks out in opposition of Crescent City's plan to increase water and sewer rates. | Photo by Aisling Bludworth A Proposition 218 protest failed to halt water and sewer rate increases in Crescent City on Monday despite an effort to collect signatures by a local group who says residents … Continue reading Protest Efforts Fail To Stop City Water, Sewer Rate Increases →

BREAKING NEWS: COUNCIL VOTES 4-1 TO DOUBLE WATER/SEWER RATES – 355 SHORT

Opinion and Commentary By Donna Westfall – June 2, 2026 Despite public comments from the majority of water/sewer ratepayers attending the hearing and describing the hardships that doubling of the rates will cause, four councilmembers voted to increase the rates. Councilmember Ray Altman was the sole hold-out. According to City Clerk, Robin Altman, 1,444 signatures […]

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Animal Cruelty Charges Filed In Connection With Horse That Died In Fairgrounds Stables

Thumbnail photo courtesy of dnfair.org A 20-year-old Crescent City woman faces one count of felony animal cruelty in connection with the death of a horse that was housed at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds. A complaint Del Norte County District Attorney Katherine Micks filed Wednesday alleges that between Feb. 1 and March 27, Kaydence Rose … Continue reading Animal Cruelty Charges Filed In Connection With Horse That Died In Fairgrounds Stables →

Howard Nets Big Donations, Gutierrez Outspends Opponent In District 3 Supervisor Race; Voting Closes Tuesday

Thumbnail photo: Del Norte County elections staff began a live-stream as they processed on Monday. | Screenshot Chris Howard received donations from big local names as he seeks to keep his District 3 seat on the Del Norte County Board of Supervisors. Howard, who’s running against retired educator Lupe Gutierrez, boasts four-figure donations from Nick … Continue reading Howard Nets Big Donations, Gutierrez Outspends Opponent In District 3 Supervisor Race; Voting Closes Tuesday →