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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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AI in the Workplace Under Fire | Chico News
California lawmakers are pushing bold new AI workplace laws designed to keep human judgment at the center of critical decisions. The No Robo Bosses Act bans…
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Evil Dead Burn Feels Like a Dull Descent | Chico News
Evil Dead Burn ditches the franchise’s signature dark humor for a grim, relentless horror experience that feels more like a slog than a scare fest. With flat…
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Gillian Haen Steps Into Chico's Future | Chico News
Gillian Haen, Chico’s new city manager, brings 14 years of urban administration experience from cities like Vallejo and Santa Rosa to tackle the city’s…
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Klamath River Restoration in Progress | Chico News
The Klamath River is getting a major health boost thanks to the Yurok Tribe’s restoration effort near McConnell Bar, tackling sediment damage from the 2022…
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Suspect Arrested After Car Fight | Chico News
A tense standoff in Chico nearly turned deadly when cops responded to a fight in a car—only to find a loaded handgun and arrest Eduardo Ramirez, who’s now…
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Park Fire Trial: Evidence and Defense | Chico News
The Park Fire trial heats up as Ronnie Stout faces charges for allegedly igniting California’s fourth-largest wildfire in 2024—burning over 400,000 acres…
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Healing Trauma Through Faith and Prayer | Chico News
Trauma doesn’t have the final word—Natalie Stromberg’s new devotional, “Unmasked,” walks you through 90 days of healing, blending scripture, prayer, and raw…
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Redding City Manager Passes Unexpectedly | Chico News
Redding has lost a rising star in local leadership: City Manager William Tarbox, who died unexpectedly just five months after taking the helm in February. A…
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Heat Wave Alert: Fire Risk Looms | Chico News
Heat’s back with a vengeance—temps hitting the low 100s, mostly cloudy skies hiding the real danger. A stray sprinkle or thunderstorm could spark wildfires in…
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Homeowner Stays as Wildfire Roars | Chico News
A wildfire tore through Jones Valley, forcing evacuations—but one homeowner, Scott Engeseth, stayed behind, trusting his defensible space prep to protect his…
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Chico Schools Go Electric | Chico News
Chico Unified School District is electrifying its fleet, adding four new zero-emission electric school buses to its current 32—just four of which are currently…
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Butte Humane Society’s New Adoption Revolution | Chico News
Butte Humane Society just hit a new high with their groundbreaking Open Adoption Program and brand-new $11M facility—turning adoption into a smooth, heartfelt…
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Billionaires Rewriting California's Political Future | Chico News
California’s billionaires are pouring over $336 million into elections this year—not just to block a billionaire tax, but to reshape the state’s political…
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New Housing Bill Just Became Law | Chico News
New Housing Bill Just Became Law | Chico News
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Olivia Wilde’s Best Film Yet | Chico News
Olivia Wilde’s back in the director’s chair with her most compelling film yet — “The Invite,” a razor-sharp, one-room San Francisco drama that turns a noisy…
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Chico’s Hot Jazz to Metal This Week | Chico News
Get ready to rock, swing, and groove this week in Chico — from 1920s jazz to thrash metal, reggae fusion, and punk-soap-slinging sisters. Blair Crimmins & The…
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Bella Vista Fire Contained After 40 Acres Burned | Chico News
A fast-moving brush fire erupted in Bella Vista at 1:45 PM, burning 40 acres before crews from CAL FIRE and Shasta County Fire brought it under control with a…
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Elks Lodge Funds Local Youth Sports | Chico News
The Paradise Elks Lodge just dropped a $500 Gratitude Grant check into the hands of the Paradise Junior Bobcats, fueling their football and cheer programs for…
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Chico Noon Exchange Club Celebrates 80 Years | Chico News
The Chico Noon Exchange Club celebrates 80 years of service, honoring past president Jacob Whigham with a plaque and welcoming new leadership including Debra…
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Chico Noon Exchange Club Honors Community Champions | Chico News
Kathreen Lammers just snagged the Community Service Award for 2025-2026 at the Chico Noon Exchange Club’s installation luncheon, while Debra Humes was crowned…
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Chico Veterans Day 2026 Event Preview | Chico News
Get ready for an unforgettable Veterans Day in 2026 — the Chico Veterans Day Committee and Chico Veterans Memorial Hall are teaming up for a free…
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Ubisoft Resyncs Black Flag | Chico News
Ubisoft’s surprise announcement of “Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced” has fans buzzing—why remake a near-perfect classic? With no clear details on…
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Brook Fire Evacuations Update | Chico News
Most evacuation orders for the Brook Fire in Shasta County have been lifted, letting many residents return home—but two zones, BEV-4250 and BEV-4370, remain…
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Chico Wins 2026 Project of the Year | Chico News
Chico just earned top honors with the 2026 Project of the Year award for its groundbreaking Salem Street Bridge Replacement, a vital link connecting the Barber…
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Capture Rural California’s Spirit | Chico News
Capture the soul of rural California with the RCRC’s photo contest—where sheep in vineyards win hearts and prizes. Open to adults in 40 member counties, it…
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Forest Service Workers Held Hostage | Chico News
Two U.S. Forest Service employees were violently seized and held hostage for nearly 15 hours in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest by a father-son duo who…
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Humpty Dumpty Gets a Makeover | Chico News
Humpty Dumpty’s getting a major makeover at Caper Acres in Bidwell Park—feet included—with a local artist breathing new life into the iconic figure. The whole…
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Forest Service Kidnapping Case Resolved | Chico News
A massive law enforcement operation unfolded in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest over the weekend, targeting the alleged kidnapping of two U.S. Forest…
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The Prickly Invader Puncturevine | Chico News
Meet the sneaky, spiky villain of your yard: puncturevine, aka goathead. Looks cute with its yellow blooms, but those seedpods? Pure pain—step on one barefoot…
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A Historic Night in D.C. Amid Chaos | Chico News
Four hundred twenty-two thousand people flooded D.C. for the Fourth of July, chasing history under a blazing sun and a canceled parade. With the Washington…
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Chico Library Shooting Trial Update | Chico News
Bradley Sayer, accused in the chilling June 22nd Chico library shooting that killed two men and injured a child, returns to court facing two murder and two…
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LeBron’s Next Move Revealed | Chico News
LeBron James is keeping the NBA guessing as he prepares to make his next big move — the league’s all-time leading scorer hinted at a soon-to-come decision but…
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Northern Valley Heat and Fire Risk | Chico News
Northern Central Valley bracing for a scorcher with elevated fire risk, triple-digit heat, and gusty winds—especially down-canyon. Relief arrives…
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Rural Voices Fight to Keep Lifeline Service | Chico News
AT&T is suing California to ditch its “Carrier of Last Resort” obligation — the rule that guarantees basic phone service to everyone, even in remote areas…
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Pilot Gerald Binse Dies in Sutter County Crash | Chico News
Pilot Gerald Binse Dies in Sutter County Crash | Chico News
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Willows City Council Vacancy | Chico News
Willows City Council is urgently seeking a new councilmember to fill the vacant seat left by Matt Busby’s July 1st resignation, with applications open until…
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Shasta County Cuts Budget Without Cutting Services | Chico News
Shasta County’s Health and Human Services is slashing spending to weather a deep budget crisis — but crucial programs like Medi-Cal and child protection stay…
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Chico Approves Alcoholic Entertainment Zones | Chico News
Chico just approved a bold new plan: six to zero, the city council greenlit entertainment zones downtown and in Meriam Park, letting adults over 21 carry open…
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Young Woman Sentenced After Bank Heist | Chico News
A 22-year-old Marysville woman is headed to state prison for over four years after pleading guilty to armed bank robbery in Gridley — a brazen heist that sent…
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Skyway Water Main Upgrade Alert | Chico News
Paradise’s water main upgrade is underway on Skyway—5,000+ feet of aging pipes are being replaced with modern PVC to ensure strong, steady water flow…
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Oroville Youth in Action Helps Families | Chico News
Oroville Youth in Action is breaking down barriers for kids by helping families afford sports, music, and other enriching activities—because every child…
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Join Plumas Forest’s Advisory Committee | Chico News
Want to shape how federal forest funds are spent in your backyard? The Plumas National Forest is recruiting volunteers for Resource Advisory Committees—local…
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Measure B Faces Legal Halt | Chico News
Shasta County’s controversial Measure B is in legal limbo as state officials demand it be blocked, arguing it violates California’s election laws — but…
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Elephant Fire Grows to State’s Largest | Chico News
California’s Elephant Fire, now the state’s largest blaze this year, roars across Plumas and Sierra counties—surpassing only the May Santa Rosa Island Fire in…
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River Incident Near Scotty's Landing | Chico News
Tensions are rising on the Sacramento River near Scotty’s Landing as a major incident unfolds—here’s what’s really happening and why it matters. Listen in…
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Shrimp Summer: Fresh Takes from Top Chefs | Chico News
Shrimp is stealing the summer spotlight with bold, fresh twists from top chefs—Lidia Bastianich’s melon-basil pesto salad feels like a cool breeze, while Ina…
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Heatwave Alert: Scorching Days Ahead | Chico News
Get ready for a scorcher — temps are set to hit 100+ degrees through Tuesday, fueled by monsoonal moisture that brings thunderstorms to the mountains south of…
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Lilith, Holes, and the Search for Connection | Chico News
A programmer’s chance encounter with a mysterious red-haired woman at Madrid’s Prado Museum sparks a wild, soul-searching chase across time and myth. Inspired…
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Paradise Town Removes Trees for Sidewalk Safety | Chico News
Paradise is tackling a persistent sidewalk hazard by removing trees along Nunneley Road west of Clark Road—roots have been lifting sidewalks for years, and…
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Repeat Offender Gets 4 Years for Meth and Fentanyl | Chico News
Twenty-six-year-old Michael Albertson faces nearly five years in prison after being caught with meth and fentanyl—his fifth drug conviction in a pattern of…
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Convicted Felon Posts Guns Online | Chico News
A 27-year-old convicted felon, Samian Sivansay, is facing federal charges after allegedly posting gun photos and videos online—leading authorities to recover…
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Victor Ave Construction Alert Redding | Chico News
Traffic alert for Redding residents: Victor Avenue between Cascade Lane and Highway 44 will see major lane closures and construction from July 13 to August 28…
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Tragic Boating Collision on Frenchman Lake | Chico News
A heartbreaking boating collision on Frenchman Lake claimed the life of 47-year-old Sandra Ann Skender from Reno. Authorities believe alcohol played a role in…
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Plumas County Road Gets Major Upgrade | Chico News
Plumas County’s State Route 70 is getting a $101 million full-scale makeover starting July 13th — think wider shoulders, new guardrails, upgraded drainage, and…
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Butte County Election Window Opens | Chico News
Butte County’s November election window is open — and local leaders are needed now! From school boards and community colleges to irrigation and park districts…
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Former Butte Mayor Faces Sexual Abuse Charges | Chico News
Former Butte County mayor Brian Bassett, 58, faces five felony sexual abuse charges tied to alleged incidents with a 17-year-old under his care between April…
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Night Shift Workers Wanted for Heart Study | Chico News
Night shift workers, you’re wanted! Chico State’s Dr. Ryan Perkins is recruiting healthy adults aged 18–50 who work 3+ hours between 11 PM and 6 AM, two nights…
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Redding Rancheria Funds 53 Nonprofits | Chico News
Redding Rancheria just poured $124,993 into 53 local nonprofits in Shasta and Trinity counties, fueling vital work in culture, history, and education — part of…
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Weed Health Center Reopens with Walk-In Care | Chico News
The Weed Health Center is back open and better than ever after a major renovation, now offering walk-in appointments to make healthcare more accessible when…
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Hill Fire Fully Contained After 16 Acres | Chico News
The Hill Fire near Anderson, California, is now 100 percent contained after burning just 16 acres — a small but serious blaze that forced evacuations and…