Elise Cox
News DirectorElise Cox worked as an editor and reporter for the San Jose Mercury News, Knight Ridder, U.S. News & World Report and other publications prior to moving to the Mendocino coast in 2022. She began reporting stories for KZYX in August 2024 and became news director in December 2024.
When she is not engaged in news reporting, you can typically find her with Sam Dog, her reporting partner, at a canine-friendly musical venue. She is also an avid supporter of Symphony of the Redwoods, where her husband Mike Cox serves as president of board of directors, and the Mendocino Jazz Society, where Mike also serves on the board.
Contact her at elise at kzyx.org
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Local NewsApril 5, 2025 — On a brisk Friday evening in Northern California, more than 400 constituents packed into Mendocino College’s auditorium. What unfolded over the next ninety minutes was part policy briefing, part civic reckoning—and a full-throated reminder that the American town hall remains one of the last sacred venues where democracy breathes face-to-face. -
Local NewsApril 4, 2025 — Congressman Jared Huffman and Assemblymember Chris Rogers held a town hall in Ukiah today. After making some introductory remarks, the audience was invited to take the microphone. -
Local NewsApril 4, 2025 — Nearly 50 years after his first attempt to launch a community cannery in Mendocino County, local entrepreneur Paul Katzeff is taking another shot—this time with a potential $2 million boost from the state of California. -
Local NewsNewcast: In the Face of Community Opposition, Fort Bragg Approves Biggest Development in Two DecadesApril 3, 2025 — The Fort Bragg City Council has unanimously approved plans for an 87-unit apartment complex. The decision, made at the last meeting of the city council, comes as California cities face increasing pressure from the state to approve new housing. Councilmember Lindy Peters said opponents could appeal to the coastal commission. -
Local NewsApril 2, 2025 — U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman, D-San Rafael, and state Assemblymember Chris Rogers, D-Santa Rosa, will host a town hall Friday evening at Mendocino College to addressthe changes happening in Washington and their impact on the state of California and Mendocino County. -
Local NewsApril 1, 2025 — The City of Fort Bragg is moving ahead with its ambitious plan to deploy municipal broadband despite an unexpected increase in costs. -
Local NewsMarch 29, 2025 — Mayor Larry Stranske announced Friday evening that the city has terminated its contract with City Manager Brian Bender. The announcement followed a closed session of the City Council held to discuss Bender’s performance evaluation. -
Local NewsMarch 27, 2025 — A Tsunami preparedness drill raised questions that include what is Mendocino County's criteria for a successful drill? -
Local NewsMarch 11, 2025 — A man was arrested early Saturday after firing a semi-automatic pistol near homes with young children in a Mendocino County neighborhood, authorities said. -
Local NewsMarch 10, 2025 — Ukiah's fire district faces new challenges as CAL FIRE expands "very high" fire hazard severity zones in and around the city. With call volumes rising and funding stagnant, Fire Chief Doug Hutchison warns of potential impacts on response times and insurance rates. Learn how the city is addressing these urgent concerns
