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MOTHER, 56, FATALLY ATTACKED BY PACK OF GREAT DANES on California Walking Trail, Investigation Ongoing
A mother from Northern California was mauled to death by dogs on a walking trail where a pack of 25 Great Danes was unrestrained, authorities said. Davina Corbin, 56, was discovered dead by a neighbor on Blackhawk Trail in Feather Falls shortly before 2 a.m. Thursday, according to the Butte County Sheriff’s Office.
Fire crews extinguish fire near Forest Avenue
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - CAL FIRE crews from out of the area assigned to the Park Fire jumped into action Friday morning when they spotted a fire on their way to their assignment. CAL FIRE units from Tuolumne and Calaveras County were headed east on Highway 32 in Chico around...
KCRA: 7 dogs connected to deadly mauling in Butte County will be euthanized
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - KCRA 3 is reporting that all seven of the adult Great Danes connected to the deadly mauling of a Feather Falls woman are being euthanized. Butte County Public Health said 18 puppies will eventually be up for adoption. The investigation into the deadly dog mauling has so far not led to any criminal charges.
Chico woman arrested after 10-hour standoff with police pleaded not guilty to charges
CHICO, Calif. - A Chico woman pleaded not guilty to counts of assault with a firearm on a peace officer and negligent discharge of a firearm and denied a special allegation of personal and intentional discharge of a firearm, Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey said. Ramsey said after 36-year-old...
Mardesich Becker Memorial Roping Honors Community Members
GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - A special event honoring two beloved locals is set to open grandstand entertainment at the Butte County Fair next week. Team roping returns to the fair’s entertainment lineup after years of being on hold but with a new moniker - the Mardesich Becker Memorial Roping.
Great Danes Euthanized After Deadly Mauling in Butte County
Public Health officials in Butte County say all seven adult Great Danes linked to the fatal mauling of a Feather Falls woman are being euthanized. Fifty-six-year-old Davina Corbin was found dead on a trail near Feather Falls last week with numerous dog bites. The investigation continues, but no criminal charges have been filed. Eighteen puppies from the dogs will eventually be available for adoption. Investigators are awaiting lab results to determine which dogs were involved.
First 5 Butte County expands support for children with three new family centers
OROVILLE, Calif. — The First 5 Butte County Children and Families Commission is increasing its impact by opening three new facilities in Oroville, Gridley, and Chico, providing vital services and support to children and families across the county. “Getting families and caregivers the support they need when their children...
Butte County deputies arrest suspect who dropped gun in Uber
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - Butte County deputies have arrested a suspect who dropped a gun in an Uber. The sheriff’s office said on July 23, an Uber driver picked up Jonathan Melo, 24, in Yuba City and drove him to Oroville. After Melo exited the Uber, the Uber driver located a gun in the back of the Uber.
Local 4-H says Join Us at the Fair!
GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - Local 4-H clubs will be represented at the Butte County Fair this year, not only by their members showing and auctioning animals, but also at their booth in the livestock area. Members of the local 4-H clubs will staff the booth, offering those interested in 4-H...
D.A. Mike Ramsey speaks on rising fentanyl concern in Butte County in light of fentanyl infant death
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - We're learning new details about the 2023 death of a Chico 1-year-old found with fentanyl in his system. On Thursday, Chico mom Christy Scarbrough pleaded no contest to her son's death. Scarbrough is facing up to ten years in prison for the death of her 1-year-old...
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