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California lawmakers, victim advocates gather at Capitol to condemn controversial SB 94
Several lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and victim advocates gathered at the state Capitol in Sacramento Thursday to condemn the controversial Senate Bill 94.The bill would open the possibility of judicial review to reduce sentences for some felons of serious crimes, including murder, if they have been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joined lawmakers to stop SB 94 from moving forward."We are here to address nothing short of lunacy," he said. "SB 94 is a perfect example of a misguided agenda that disregards victims and law abiding Californians in favor of criminals...
Redding Riverfront survey seeks public input
Redding seeks public input on future of Sacramento Riverfront. In April 2023 the city of Redding began a community-led project to help determine the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan. Several public workshops were held earlier this year and now the public has an opportunity to participate online.
Arcata to Get Wild Hare Tavern
The darkened windows of the Jam may not be dark for too much longer. Her purchase of the business from owner Mike Munson is still pending, but longtime bartender Angela Robershotte has plans to open Wild Hare Tavern in the plaza-adjacent spot. Robershotte is keeping the specifics of the menu...
Chico man sentenced to 1 year in state prison for attempted arson
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - 56-year-old Marc Traylor was sentenced to one year and four months in state prison. Traylor pleaded no contest to a felony count of attempted arson in north Chico back in July of this year. This stems from an incident on July 3 when authorities responded to...
Man accused of starting Park Fire pleads not guilty to arson
CHICO, California (KOVR) — The man accused of igniting the Park Fire, which has grown to be California’s fourth-largest wildfire ever, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of arson, prosecutors said Thursday. Ronnie Dean Stout II, 42, of Chico, also denied all special circumstances relating to the...
Mayor speaks about homeless settlement agreement at Chico State’s Fall Convocation | Park Fire arson suspect pleads not guilty | Flash Flood Watch in Park Fire burn scar
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, August 23. Mayor speaks about homeless settlement agreement at Chico State’s Fall Convocation — Alec Stutson, NSPR. Alleged Park Fire arsonist pleads not guilty in court — Erik Adams, NSPR. Flash Flood Watch issued for...
Man arrested after agents find DMT lab and explosive-making materials in Chico home
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. — A package from a foreign country containing ingredients to create illegal hallucinogens led narcotics agents to discover a DMT lab and explosive-making materials inside a home in Chico. According to Homeland Security Investigations, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized multiple kilograms of Mimosa...
Northern California man identified as arson suspect who started Thompson Fire, Cal Fire says
(FOX40.COM) — A 26-year-old man from Northern California was arrested on Thursday after he was identified as the arson suspect responsible for starting one of California’s largest fires in 2024. The Thompson Fire, which burned nearly 4,000 acres in eastern Oroville, destroyed 13 single-family homes, and forced thousands of residents to evacuate for several days, […]
The future of the annual Hispanic Chamber Commerce Statewide Convention.
Officials with the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce have already started conversations on what to expect for next years convention and are using examples from this year's convention to improve.
State scientists approved a historic contract. Will other state workers follow their lead?
After the state’s first public sector strike and affiliating with the UAW, scientists who work across the state approved a contract with several new provisions and raises for all members.
California looks to build more teacher housing to boost recruitment, retention
Efforts to build affordable housing for teachers in California are gaining steam as the state’s cost of living rises and schools look for ways to recruit and retain staff within their communities. Earlier this month, for instance, Jefferson Elementary School District, a K-8 district in San Mateo County, announced...
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