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Remains of World War II POW who died in the Philippines returned home to California
ONTARIO, Calif. (AP) — The long-unidentified remains of a World War II service member who died in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp in the Philippines in 1942 were returned home to California on Tuesday. The remains of U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. 1st Class Charles R. Powers, 18, of Riverside,...
Chico says water safe to drink, but homeless advocates still concerned about illness at city-sanctioned encampment
About fifty makeshift tents and pop-up awnings fill a dirt and gravel lot that encompasses the city of Chico’s alternative campsite on Eaton and Cohasset roads. The encampment is for homeless residents who aren’t eligible to go to other shelters. The area was set up by the city as a result of Warren v. Chico, a settlement intended to increase shelter options after unhoused residents sued the city in 2021 for enforcing anti-camping ordinances when shelter beds weren't available.
Hartnell Avenue reopens in Redding following major injury crash
REDDING, Calif. - Hartnell Avenue has reopened to traffic in both directions following a major injury crash, according to police. The crash closed Hartnell Avenue just after 1 p.m. Details of the crash are not clear and Action News Now is working to learn what happened. This is a developing...
Majority of Chico council seats open for new candidate nominations
The face of Chico’s leadership could see a big change come November. Four seats for city council are up for re-election and residents can now begin the candidate nomination process. The city sent out a press release this week to notify residents of the upcoming municipal election that will...
Redding police locate missing at-risk teenager
REDDING, Calif. - 11:22 A.M. UPDATE - Redding police say they have located Tiegan and she is safe. The Redding Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing, at-risk teenager. Tiegan Fianna Bostwick, 15, was last seen wearing a black shirt and black shorts. Police...
Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs announces run for California Lieutenant Governor
SACRAMENTO — Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs wants another shot at public office after being voted out following a single term in his hometown city. He has now announced a run for California Lieutenant Governor.I spoke with him about his official campaign announcement."Are you calling this a comeback," I asked."I don't think it's a comeback because I don't think I ever left," Tubbs responded.The former mayor may not say it's a comeback, but he is back in front of cameras."We need a vision that speaks to the lived experiences of Californians," Tubbs said.After serving as a Stockton city councilmember for...
Folsom is one of California's fastest growing cities. Here's why | Dollars & Sense
FOLSOM, Calif. — A new report shows one of the fastest growing cities in California is in Sacramento County. Folsom ranks third, according to the state’s finance department. It comes as California experienced positive population growth in 2023 for the first time since 2020. Growth can mean more...
After a few mild days another summer heat wave is on the horizon
SACRAMENTO — After a short stint of mild and seasonable weather in Northern California, our weather pattern is about to take another hot turn.Wednesday is the Sacramento Valley's last day in the mid-90s before temperatures heat up into the triple-digits for the next week. More major to extreme heat risk is possible through next week as temperatures climb.The next heat waveTemperatures in recent days have stayed mild and cooler than average thanks to an onshore flow, also known as the Delta Breeze in the Sacramento Valley.Low pressure riding along California's West Coast continued to lift northward and was close to...
CalMatters’ 9th anniversary: Trusted community-centered journalism, now with The Markup
Nine years ago today, CalMatters started publishing journalism to hold officials accountable, reveal unseen community issues and empower Californians. Our nonprofit newsroom has grown steadily over time, but this year has been especially unique: We added The Markup’s tech-focused team, hosted the inaugural CalMatters Ideas Festival in Sacramento, debuted the government transparency tool Digital Democracy, and started airing on California TV five nights a week through PBS SoCal.
Tubbs jumps back in the game
Michael Tubbs, who in 2016 became Stockton’s youngest-ever and first Black mayor amid documentaries and celebrity acclaim, and who introduced new ideas, but who lost his reelection bid in a surprising upset, today announced his candidacy for Lt. Governor of California. Tubbs, 33, who lives in Los Angeles, is...
High temps return to Bay Area, Central Coast on Thursday
The weather system that scorched the Bay Area and Central Coast in early July is hanging a U-turn and is headed back to the region with more heat, according to the National Weather Service. Around July 4, a ridge of high pressure in the atmosphere was sitting right off the coast and pushed temperatures into the triple digits in some inland areas for the better part of two weeks. That same system is now boomeranging up from the southwestern desert region and will drag high temperatures back into the region starting Wednesday and lasting until the middle of next week, said weather...
Annoying State Law is Forcing Californians to Shop in Idaho
After a long day at work, a weekend out with friends, a camping trip or just a solid workout--what is the one thing that we can all (hopefully) agree is the absolute best feeling?. A nice shower. Odds are, it has been a while since you really THOUGHT about said...
No contamination found in water test at city of Chico’s sanctioned encampment | Candidacy process for Chico City Council seats begins | West Nile Virus detected in Butte County
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, July 17. Public health confirms clear water test for city of Chico’s sanctioned encampment — Adia White and Sarah Bohannon, NSPR. Chico residents can begin candidacy process for city council seats — Erik Adams, NSPR.
Storm Tracker Forecast: Much cooler morning & mild afternoon Wednesday
It's a good idea to open up your windows as you throw on light layers, grab your sunglasses and pack some water as you get ready to head out the door Wednesday. We have a much cooler start, sunny skies, and mild afternoon heat all on tap for today. Sunny skies, dry conditions and a major warming trend are ahead from late this week through early next week.
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