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Chico News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Chico News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Chico and Northern California. From local government and business developments to education, public safety, wildfire updates, economic growth, healthcare, and community events across Butte County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a student, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Northern California's most vibrant communities, Chico…
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California Boating Safety Grants Open | Chico News
California State Parks is dishing out up to $1.4 million in Aquatic Center Grants to teach boating safety hands-on—applications due October 30. Local agencies…
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Mobile Home Fire Threatens Wildlands | Chico News
Mobile Home Fire Threatens Wildlands | Chico News
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Red Bluff LP Readers Under Scrutiny | Chico News
Red Bluff’s license plate readers, active since 2016 with 11 total cameras, are tightly controlled—data only shared with local California agencies under formal…
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Chico’s New Entertainment Zones Launching Soon | Chico News
Chico’s launching new entertainment zones starting Friday, September 18—think street festival vibes, but daily. You’ll be able to buy drinks and stroll between…
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Northern Cal Cool-Down & Weekend Warm-Up | Chico News
Northern California’s weather is flipping fast—cool down today with breezy onshore winds and temps in the 50s to 70s, then warm back up this weekend as dry air…
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Hilton’s Bold Plans and Closed Doors | Chico News
Steve Hilton, Republican gubernatorial candidate, rolled into Chico to unveil his bold agenda — slashing $150K in state income tax, killing the high-speed rail…
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Native or Weed Blur in California | Chico News
Ever wonder if that wild plant in your yard is a native or just a weed? The line’s blurry—natives are species that existed before Europeans, while weeds are…
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Peach Overload and the Freezer Vault | Chico News
This year’s peach explosion turned a backyard bounty into a neighborhood celebration—when one gardener’s wildly productive tree sparked a free peach giveaway…
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Guerardo Guido Faces Child Abuse Charges | Chico News
A 24-year-old man, Guerardo Guido, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly targeting a 12-year-old girl online for sexual purposes and then…
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Hilton Shuts Down Local Interview | Chico News
Steve Hilton, Republican gubernatorial candidate, made a fiery stop in Chico touting California’s oil reserves and slamming foreign imports — but when local…
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Shelter That Lets Pets Stay | Chico News
Chico’s Torres Community Shelter just dropped a game-changer: Dukes Pet Park and Kennel, a pet-friendly haven that lets homeless folks keep their furry family…
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Glenn County Scams Targeting Residents | Chico News
Scammers in Glenn County are impersonating the Sheriff’s Office with threatening phone calls, demanding cash or vouchers to avoid arrest — but deputies won’t…
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Rock Gem Mineral Show with Freebies | Chico News
Get ready for the 18th Annual Rock, Gem & Mineral Show at the Chico Silver Dollar Fairgrounds—over 40 vendors, free necklaces for the first 200 kids under 16…
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Feds Visit Shasta County Instead of Records Trip | Chico News
Shasta County’s election records, including over 55,000 suspect June primary ballots, were once headed to Sacramento under a federal subpoena—but that trip is…
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50+ Pounds of Meth Seized in Oroville Bust | Chico News
Two 63-year-olds busted in Oroville with over 50 pounds of meth, guns, and stolen weapons—law enforcement raids netted massive hauls across six locations…
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Big Night Out Dance Story Slam | Chico News
Get ready to dance, laugh, and cheer at Bonfire Storytelling’s biggest “Big Night Out” yet—kicking off Chico Performances season with a wild, retro-themed…
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Torres Shelter Upgrades Dog Kennels | Chico News
Torres Shelter’s dogs are getting a major upgrade thanks to a $100K+ donation—new kennels with better ventilation, drainage, and security, plus enrichment…
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Judge Blocks Election Docs Preservation Request | Chico News
A Shasta County judge has denied a last-minute legal bid to halt the destruction of November 2024 election materials, dismissing the request as lacking legal…
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Chuck Patterson Legacy Lives On | Chico News
Chuck Patterson, founder of Chuck Patterson Auto World in Chico, California, passed away at 96—peacefully, as his family and business say. More than just a car…
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City Manager Steps Down After Five Years | Chico News
City Manager Marti Brown is stepping down after five years in Willows, moving to a new role as general manager for the Rancho Murieta Community Services…
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Lost Noble Overlay Project Starts Sept 28 | Chico News
Drivers in Shasta County, get ready for some road work—Caltrans is launching a $2.1 million paving project on Highway 44 between Viola and Old Station…
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Butte Homecoming Kickoff This Weekend | Chico News
Butte College’s Homecoming is heating up this Saturday, Sept. 26 — with a BBQ kickoff at 11 AM and the big football showdown against Modesto Junior College at…
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West Nile Virus Claims Second Life in Glenn County | Chico News
West Nile virus is no joke—Glenn County confirmed its second fatality this year, a 70-year-old whose death was directly tied to complications from the virus…
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Stabbing in Orland Leaves Victim Injured | Chico News
A tense early morning stabbing in Orland left one man injured but recovering, after his roommate allegedly stabbed him during a heated argument—leading to the…
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Red Bluff’s River Park Saves Itself | Chico News
Red Bluff’s River Park project is back on track thanks to a community hero—local realtor Vici Miranda. Facing a $410K shortfall after ballooning construction…
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ICE Arrests Laos Man With Child Abuse Record | Chico News
ICE just arrested Kao Wang Saechao in Redding — a convicted child abuser and DUI offender from Laos who’s been living illegally in the U.S. since 2005, after…
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Chico’s First Renaissance Faire Was a Vibe | Chico News
Chico’s first-ever Renaissance and Fantasy Faire exploded with over 6,000 attendees, turning downtown into a medieval fantasy wonderland—and causing epic…
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Northern Cal Weather Shifts | Chico News
Northern California’s weather is turning wild—start with clouds, then sunshine, but brace for cooler temps in the 70s and 50s, plus coastal breezes. Watch out…
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Red Bluff Considers Sewer Rate Hike | Chico News
Red Bluff is preparing to raise sewer rates for the first time in over a decade, driven by soaring costs to maintain and upgrade its aging infrastructure. City…
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Teen Accused of Gunfire at Party | Chico News
A 16-year-old in Oroville is facing serious charges after allegedly firing multiple shots from a car at a party, wounding a 15-year-old who’s now hospitalized…
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Rogers Cow Camp Closed Permanently | Chico News
Rogers Cow Camp is officially shut down—starting Thursday—with the U.S. Forest Service erecting barriers around a specific zone near Oroville Quincy Highway…
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Pokémon 30th Drop Madness at Best Buy | Chico News
Best Buy’s exclusive Pokémon 30th anniversary drop turned into a collector’s frenzy—with fans camping out, driving hours, and lining up since midnight to snag…
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Red Bluff’s New River Park Takes Shape | Chico News
Red Bluff just approved the River Park Project, awarding $2.5 million to SNL Group to build a vibrant, inclusive community space for families and kids — with…
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Man Detained Without Warrant Sparks Protest | Chico News
Hundreds gathered in Redding to protest the detention of 26-year-old José Daniel López Peña, a Honduran caregiver for six siblings, after ICE agents allegedly…
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Teacher Charged in Multiple Child Sex Cases | Chico News
A Paradise music teacher, Steven Neves, faces fresh child sex crime charges after allegedly abusing a minor under 14 in November — adding to existing…
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California’s Bold Move to Save Local Journalism | Chico News
California’s new Assembly Bill 2222 aims to revive local journalism by offering tax credits to newsrooms that hire and retain reporters—targeting over 12,000…
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This Week’s Music Scene Is Fire | Chico News
This week’s music scene is electric—Mohini Dey slays with her fusion bass magic, Beer Scouts bring classic rock vibes for free, Willie Waldman Project smashes…
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CAL FIRE Arrests Linked to Arson | Chico News
Six people arrested in Shasta County for suspected arson and reckless fires—CAL FIRE urges public vigilance, reporting suspicious activity to authorities…
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Save Mart Now Offers Curbside Pickup | Chico News
Get your groceries without leaving your car—Save Mart, Lucky, and FoodMaxx now offer curbside pickup across Northern California, powered by Instacart…
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Chico Chaihouse Fall Market This Saturday | Chico News
Chico Chaihouse is hosting a free fall market this Saturday, September 26th, from 10 AM to 2 PM in their Park Avenue parking lot — a cozy, community-driven…
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Free Access to 3 Reservoirs on Constitution Day | Chico News
Celebrate Constitution Day with free access to three Bureau of Reclamation sites—New Melones Lake, Lake Berryessa, and Stony Gorge Reservoir—on September 17th…
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Wells Fargo Funds Housing Revival in Paradise | Chico News
Wells Fargo and CHIP team up in Paradise to transform affordable housing at Cypress Lane Apartments, pouring $100K into recovery and community…
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Man Shot in Kitchen by Neighbor's Shotgun | Chico News
A 49-year-old man was blasted with birdshot in the head, face, and torso while making breakfast—blaming his neighbor’s shotgun after his dog allegedly…
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Music Boosts Brainpower at Any Age | Chico News
Playing an instrument isn’t just fun—it’s a brain booster that works for all ages, sharpening memory, focus, and mental health, with even beginner dabbling…
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K9 Rip Retires After Heroic Service | Chico News
K9 Rip, the legendary Yuba City Police dog, is retiring after an incredible career—300 calls, 13 arrests, 136 surrenders, and 29 pieces of evidence found—all…
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Gridley Sports Complex Hits Quicksand | Chico News
Gridley’s sports complex is in deep trouble after hitting quicksand—turning what was supposed to be a $3 million state-funded project into a $4.1 million…
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Twelve-Year-Old Rider Chasing Dressage Dreams | Chico News
Twelve-year-old Dominique Scarpete is chasing her dream at the 59th California Dressage Society State Championships, riding her eight-year partner Cupcake…
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Cooler Air and Storms Ahead | Chico News
Northern California’s heatwave is finally breaking—expect highs in the low to mid-80s and breezy winds today. But don’t pack away your umbrellas yet: scattered…
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Unexpected Twists Make Food Pop | Chico News
A little twist can turn ordinary into extraordinary—like Ottolenghi’s lemon blueberry loaf cake, where a splash of lemon juice in the glaze and frozen berries…
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Chico Restaurants Fight Sewer Rate Hike | Chico News
Chico restaurant owners are on the verge of being priced out of business as a proposed sewer rate hike could skyrocket costs by over 160% in five years—forcing…
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Mobile Home Rent Caps Under Fire | Chico News
Butte County is poised to introduce a groundbreaking rent cap for mobile home spaces, limiting increases to just five percent — a move that could finally level…
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Redding City Seeks Fiscal Fixes | Chico News
Redding’s city leaders are diving deep into financial tightening, with consultants Circle Six uncovering costly inefficiencies in fire ops, dispatch, and…
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Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection Launches New Support Hub | Chico News
Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection is reimagining its mission—no longer just raising awareness, but empowering patients and survivors through education…
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Six New Recruits Begin Fire Academy | Chico News
Six new firefighters just began their grueling eight-week academy with the Chico Fire Department, training to become the community’s most reliable first…
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Body Found at Feather River Island Encampment | Chico News
Oroville Police respond to a grim discovery at a homeless encampment on Feather River Island, finding the body of a middle-aged woman early Tuesday…
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Matsutake Mushroom Harvest Rules | Chico News
Matsutake mushroom season is officially here in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, running from September 16th to November 30th—but don’t show up without a…
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Upper Park Road Closure for Fish Passage | Chico News
Upper Park Road in Chico is temporarily closed from September 16th to 23rd for the final cleanup of a major fish passage project on Big Chico Creek — a vital…
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Mike Wiltermood Set to Step Down | Chico News
Mike Wiltermood, Enloe Health’s longtime CEO since 2009, is preparing to step down in early 2027—no exact date set yet. The Board of Trustees is quietly…
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Free Work Experience for Students | Chico News
Shasta WorkAbility is connecting local businesses with teens and young adults with disabilities—ages 16 to 22—offering them real work experience at no cost to…