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Mental health advocate for California tribes dies; victim in murder-suicide

by Nigel Duara, CalMatters February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Celinda Gonzales of the Yurok Tribe worked to prevent suicides among Native Americans after experiencing loss in her family. She “was a friend to many,” the tribe said.

Police & Courts

Sheriff’s Office investigating alleged murder-suicide on Ukiah’s Burke Hill Road

by Mendo Voice Staff May 22, 2022May 22, 2022

Investigators are requesting information from the public.

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Murder case moves forward against alleged shooter in July homicide on Bell Springs Road

by Dave Brooksher October 27, 2021October 27, 2021

Bail has been reduced from $1 million to $800K and Judge Keith Faulder has recused himself from the case.

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Minnesota man charged with killing sibling for financial gain in Westport homicide

by Dave Brooksher September 29, 2021September 29, 2021

MENDOCINO Co., 9/29/21 — A 39-year-old Minnesota man accused of killing his sibling near Westport two weeks ago did it for financial gain, according to a criminal complaint filed by the Mendocino County District Attorney’s office. Mark David Schwinghammer from Brooklyn Park was booked into the county jail Sept. 13 on suspicion of murder in […]