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Wesley Scott Rollins, a 30-year-old Oroville parolee, was held without bail on July 2, 2026, for burglary and child molestation charges after investigators say he broke into an apartment and sexually assaulted a 10-year…
The city of Redding has announced a rotational schedule for police captains to lead the Redding Police Department until an interim chief takes over in August. A new police chief may start in September or October.
The City of Shasta Lake has been named a 2026 Fire Risk Reduction Community by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, acknowledging its efforts to prevent wildfire risk.
The California Conservation Corps marked its 50th anniversary with a stop in Chico, celebrating decades of conservation work and workforce development.
The Supreme Court ruled to uphold state bans on transgender girls competing in girls' and women's sports, reversing lower court decisions. A Shasta County parent, Bobbie Simpson, urges unity and inclusivity.
After several shows were canceled due to operator and funding changes, the Cascade Theatre is stepping in to host entertainment events.
A recent report from Maison Law ranks Redding as the 14th most dangerous city in California for the Fourth of July, citing wildfire risks and increased traffic accidents.
Joseph Linson, a former tattoo artist in Paradise, California, pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of child abuse, child molestation, and domestic violence. He faces a potential sentence of life in prison without par…
A vehicle and bicyclist crashed near the intersection of Boeing Avenue and Cohasset Road, causing a temporary road closure and traffic delays.
A 14-year-old Butte County boy admitted to felony involuntary manslaughter and misdemeanor handgun possession charges related to the shooting death of another 14-year-old boy in Oroville.
Chico Police Chief Billy Aldridge is proposing a plan to convert park rangers to police officers to increase staffing in Bidwell Parks. The plan aims to improve safety and retain staff.
Butte County health officials have confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV) in two mosquito pools collected in Dayton and Nelson. Residents are urged to remove standing water sources, report suspected breeding si…
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has awarded $2 million in grants to four organizations to reduce conflicts between gray wolves and livestock as the species continues its natural return to the state.
Northstate lawmakers, ranchers, and law enforcement officials gathered at the State Capitol to urge California leaders to address growing wolf attacks on livestock. There have been 25 documented livestock kills attribut…
A legal challenge to Shasta County's voter-approved Measure B will now move forward in Shasta County Superior Court after the California Attorney General and Secretary of State filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate the…
A strong turnout of community members attended a USA vs. Bosnia World Cup watch party at The Black Sheep Gastropub in Redding on July 1, with fans enthusiastically cheering on their team.
Thomas Dale Patrick Jr., 51, of Red Bluff was arrested on July 1, 2026, after a seven-month investigation into alleged child sex crimes. He faces 32 felony counts.
The Willows Fire Department responded to an incident involving a U.S. flag flying upside down at the fire station on June 30, 2026. The flag was corrected promptly by personnel. According to Chief Nathan Monck, there is…
A California Highway Patrol (CHP) investigation is underway after a hit-and-run crash involving a semi-truck and a BMW in Red Bluff on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The BMW driver was traveling at an unsafe speed and fled the…
Supervisor Kevin Crye united with community members to pass an amended email retention policy allowing for auto-deletion of county emails after two years, instead of one. The new policy takes effect August 1.
The City of Shasta Lake will close roads for overnight construction on the Centimudi Water Tank project. The closures will affect Lake Boulevard and Kennett Road.
A 70-year-old Shasta County man, Gregory Carnahan, has been missing since June 30, 2026, and a Silver Alert has been issued by the California Highway Patrol.
Dylan Allen Dayberg, 27, was arrested June 18 after Tehama County sheriff’s detectives uncovered evidence of child sexual abuse material and other alleged crimes.
California has banned the use of 'sell by' food labels, replacing them with standardized 'Best if Used By' and 'Use By' labels to reduce food waste and confusion.
The Redding Rancheria hosted its seventh annual Big Time celebration, a weekend-long event featuring traditional dance performances, music, and Indigenous vendors from 18 different tribes across California.