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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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Missing Man Bobby Smith Alert | Chico News
A Silver Alert is now active for 64-year-old Bobby Smith, last seen near Highway 96 and Mayfair Street in Willow Creek on August 15 at 2 PM. Authorities…
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Burney Fire Risk with Breezy Winds | Chico News
Weather’s heating up with mid-90s temps and breezy south-southwesterly winds—especially dangerous in Burney, where elevated fire risk looms due to low humidity…
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Skyway Travel Center Gets Final Approval | Chico News
After a year of revisions and addressing school bus traffic concerns, the Chico Planning Commission has finally approved the long-awaited Skyway Travel Center…
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Cal Water Celebrates 100 Years with Free Water Fun | Chico News
Celebrate 100 years of Cal Water with a free water party in Oroville this Saturday—kayaks, paddleboards, giveaways, and community fun—all thanks to the…
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Grow Native Plants to Boost Wildlife | Chico News
Transform your yard into a wildlife haven with the Native Plant Finder tool—just enter your zip code to discover native flowers, trees, and shrubs that feed…
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Ivy Invaders: When Green Takes Over | Chico News
Ivy didn’t just climb the walls—it hijacked the whole house, turning a cozy cottage into a green jungle. The owner’s lazy neglect turned into an afternoon of…
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Shasta County Food Trucks in Legal Crosshairs | Chico News
Shasta County’s new zoning proposals could upend food trucks in unincorporated areas, restricting where and how long they can operate — a move vendors fear…
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Gridley Man Arrested After Threatening Officers | Chico News
In Gridley, California, a tense standoff unfolded after a man allegedly threatened officers and health workers with lethal intent—later brandishing a rifle…
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Bill to Protect Communities in Redistricting | Chico News
A bold new bill, the Representation Act, is poised to revolutionize how congressional districts are drawn by mandating that states protect communities of…
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Chico State Welcomes Rising Tide | Chico News
Chico State’s fall semester is buzzing with energy as over 1,900 students move in—parents flying in from across California to help unpack. Classes start…
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Lindo Channel Cleanup and Humanitarian Response | Chico News
Chico’s Lindo Channel is in crisis as fire season looms — city crews cleared 48 encampments and 130 yards of debris (22 tons) during a two-day emergency…
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Shasta County Registrar Under Fire | Chico News
Shasta County’s Elections Registrar Clint Curtis is under fire as two major employee unions vote no confidence in his leadership, demanding he step down…
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Mayor Demands PG&E Fix Myers Street Project | Chico News
Oroville’s mayor is furious as PG&E stalls on a major infrastructure upgrade—delaying the long-planned undergrounding of power lines on Myers Street, a key…
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McCloud Reservoir Dock Removal Alert | Chico News
McCloud Reservoir’s water levels are dropping fast, prompting the U.S. Forest Service to remove the boat dock this Friday, August 21st—safety first, even if it…
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Oregon Street Closure Alert Redding | Chico News
Redding’s Oregon Street is getting major upgrades—expect full road closures Aug 24–28 for a new concrete box culvert. Work zones shift daily: Aug 25–26 between…
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Celebrate Chico’s Heroes at Classic Car Show | Chico News
Celebrate classic cars, community heroes, and free fun this Saturday in Chico! Join the 44th anniversary of Concours Elite Collision Center at 20th Street Park…
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Helicopter Work Causes Major Delays | Chico News
Helicopter’s coming to Highway 299 east of Burney—starting Monday, August 24—for major rockfall mitigation work. Expect 70-minute traffic holds Mon–Thu (6:30…
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West Coast Biennial Art Call | Chico News
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is hosting its ninth West Coast Biennial Art Competition—open to artists 18+ living in California, Oregon, Washington, or…
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Two New Safe Medicine Drop Boxes | Chico News
Two new medication drop boxes just opened in Shasta and Sierra counties — one at a CVS in Redding and another at the Sierra County Probation Department in…
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Chico Unveils New Entertainment Zones | Chico News
Chico just approved new entertainment zones downtown and in Meriam Park, letting 21+ adults enjoy approved drinks with wristbands or stamps starting September…
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Biggs City Council Skips Election | Chico News
Biggs City skips its November election after four perfect candidates—Zach Brown, James Theo Sheppard, Jerome Squires, and Amanda Mattos—step up for the four…
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First IRONMAN in Redding Draws Big Crowd | Chico News
The first-ever IRONMAN triathlon in Redding smashed expectations with 1,360 athletes and 3,000+ spectators from 20 countries, powered by 749…
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Shooting on West Hillside Drive | Chico News
Shooting on West Hillside Drive | Chico News
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Mayor Tricked by Utility-Funded Ad | Chico News
A Paradise vice mayor claims he was duped into endorsing a wildfire victims ad, unaware the group behind it—funded by utility giants like PG&E—is pushing a…
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Chick-fil-A Coming to Oroville | Chico News
Chick-fil-A is bringing its signature chicken sandwiches and waffle fries to Oroville—construction’s underway on Oro Dam Boulevard East, with a November…
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Lighthouse Photo Wins Rural County Contest | Chico News
A stunning shot of the Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse, captured by Ashley Fox, won top honors in the Rural County Representatives of California’s tenth annual…
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Yuba City Drug Bust Targets Meth Dealers | Chico News
Yuba City went hard on August 18th when cops raided Atwood Drive, seizing 123 grams of meth and all the usual drug-dealing gear. Three locals—Roy Smith, Susan…
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Oroville Man Arrested for Forest Fire | Chico News
Oroville Man Arrested for Forest Fire | Chico News
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E. coli Alert at Sycamore Pool | Chico News
Sycamore Pool in Chico’s Bidwell Park is under watch as E. coli O157— a dangerous strain— has been detected in Big Chico Creek, leading to hospitalizations and…
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Butte SAR Trains for Water & Rope Rescues | Chico News
Butte County Search and Rescue wrapped up intense training this week, mastering water rescues and technical rope ops on the Sacramento River and in Upper Park…
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Oroville Thrift Store Closes But Services Remain | Chico News
The Salvation Army is closing its Oroville thrift store on August 31st due to financial struggles, but this doesn’t mean they’re walking away from the…
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3,000 Homes in East Oroville Without Power | Chico News
3,000 Homes in East Oroville Without Power | Chico News
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Chico State Fall Semester Kickoff | Chico News
Chico State’s fall semester is officially heating up as over 1,900 students move into dorms this weekend—campus buzzing near Warner Street and Legion Avenue…
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ALPRs Under Fire Over Privacy Abuse | Chico News
License plate cameras are everywhere, and Flock Safety is at the forefront — but as these tech tools catch criminals, they’re also catching citizens in ways…
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Skyway Travel Center Revisited | Chico News
A proposed Skyway Travel Center in south Chico is back on the table after a neighbor’s appeal stalled its approval. The revamped plan includes a convenience…
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Heat Wave Brings Fire Risk This Weekend | Chico News
Northern California’s heat wave is here, with temps already hitting the upper 90s in the valley — and it’s only getting hotter. A stubborn high-pressure system…
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Pescadero’s Quiet Charm Endures | Chico News
Pescadero, California, is a timeless mountain retreat where charm meets nature—think cozy yurts, historic Stage Road shops, and the iconic Venture Retreat…
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Shasta County Elections in Chaos | Chico News
Shasta County’s elections office is in chaos as Assistant Registrar Brent Turner takes leave amid claims of a hostile work environment that worsened his health…
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Taste of Downtown Chico Returns | Chico News
Get ready to savor the return of Taste of Downtown Chico on Sunday, September 6th—25+ local spots serving up culinary delights, live music pulsing through the…
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Shasta County Election Office Turmoil | Chico News
Shasta County’s election drama intensifies as Assistant Registrar Brent Turner denies plans to resign, despite claims from Registrar Clint Curtis that a…
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California Groundwater Under Scrutiny | Chico News
California’s groundwater agencies race against a January deadline to finalize five-year reviews of their water plans, relying on data from nearly 160…
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Paradise Road Repair Update | Chico News
Paradise, California is tackling a massive road repair effort after the Camp Fire, rebuilding over 100 streets including major routes like Skyway and Elliott…
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Goat Herders’ Wage Crisis Threatens California Wildfire Defense | Chico News
A California goat grazing company is on the brink of bankruptcy after a key wage exemption expired, forcing herders into higher agricultural pay rates that…
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Shasta College Surges Back with Campus Upgrades | Chico News
Shasta College is roaring back with enrollment hitting 7,500 students—up 3.2% and back to pre-pandemic levels—thanks to a campus makeover including the…
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Highway 299 Reopens After Fire Crash | Chico News
Highway 299 is back open after a fiery head-on crash shut it down Wednesday—two pickups collided, one fully engulfed in flames. Caltrans cleared the wreckage…
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Art, Music, and Local Talent This Week | Chico News
Step into the Museum of Northern California Art for two jaw-dropping exhibits: “Through Another Lens” showcases powerful art from the local disability…
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California Rideshare Drivers Win Union Rights | Chico News
California rideshare drivers have won the right to unionize, paving the way for 800,000 Uber and Lyft drivers to collectively bargain — but the real battle is…
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Whiskey Creek Bridge: Stay Off It | Chico News
Caltrans is sounding the alarm on the Whiskey Creek Bridge—climbing, trespassing, or jumping off is a major no-no. With rising vandalism and safety risks…
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Hunters Wanted: Northern Sacramento Valley Meeting | Chico News
Hunters in the Northern Sacramento Valley, this one’s for you: The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting a virtual meeting August 25th from 4–6…
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Bike Stop Turns Into Major Arrest | Chico News
A bike rider in Oroville got pulled over for riding the wrong way—only to be arrested after cops found over six grams of meth, a prohibited knife, drug…
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299 Highway Shut Down After Head-On Crash | Chico News
Highway 299 east of Buckhorn Summit is shut down after a fiery head-on crash between two pickup trucks—one totaled in flames. CHP is on scene, with tow crews…
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Cane Sword Found in Chico Welfare Check | Chico News
Deputies on a routine welfare check in Chico, California, stumbled upon a wild find: over two grams of meth, a switchblade, and a cane sword hidden inside a…
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Jail Booking Reveals Hidden Meth | Chico News
Jail Booking Reveals Hidden Meth | Chico News
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Wanted Man Caught With Meth | Chico News
Wanted Man Caught With Meth | Chico News
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Bike Ride Turns Into Arrest | Chico News
A 42-year-old man in Oroville, California, was arrested for riding his bike the wrong way — but the real trouble began when deputies found six grams of meth…
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From Snowboarder to Survivor | Chico News
From snowboarding in Hawaii to facing amputation after a rare bacterial infection turned septic, Casey Smyth’s journey from healthy dad to quadruple amputee is…
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Shasta County Business Scam Alert | Chico News
Shasta County business owners, beware: scammers are sending fake property tax emails pretending to be from the Assessor-Recorder’s Office. These phishing…
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John Lowe Takes Seat on Willows Council | Chico News
John Lowe Takes Seat on Willows Council | Chico News
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Paradise Roads Rebuilt After Camp Fire | Chico News
Paradise is rolling up its sleeves for major road upgrades—paving kicks off next week on Pentz, Roe, and Oliver roads as part of a big infrastructure rebuild…
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Commitment to Independent Journalism | Chico News
Northern California’s Observer Media Group just dropped a bold, transparency-first editorial policy — pledging unwavering independence from advertisers and…