Inyo Supes Support Energy Plan

This week, the Inyo County Supervisors approved support of the High Sierra Energy Initiative, a joint Edison and Eastern Sierra Council of Governments effort to promote energy efficiency. With power rates for Edison customers expected to jump 25-30% this winter,...

Inyo Assault Trial Postponed

Those who reported for jury duty in Independence Monday were told they could leave when the trial of James Williams and Mitchell David was postponed until September 8th. Williams and David were set for trial in an assault case. The two men are charged with assault...

DUI Checkpoint in Mammoth Lakes

To show how they will crack down on drivers under the influence this holiday week-end, Mammoth Police have organized DUI/ Driver's License Checkpoint Saturday. Plus, the MLPD will put out a patrol vehicle solely dedicated to seek out DUI drivers. The Checkpoint,...

Erick Birmingham Arrested in Bishop

Bishop Police arrested former Inyo Sheriff’s Deputy Erick Birmingham this week at Home St. School. Almost 5 years ago, Birmingham had faced a dozen charges ranging from sexual battery to false imprisonment and indecent exposure. Officers confirmed that they...