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Fall-like temperatures set to return this week
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- Fall-like temperatures set to return this week
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 11 hours ago
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- More of what we're used to seeing this time of year here in Northern California is set to return this week.
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- Saturday evening's top stories
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- 12:05
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- All of the top stories from our 6 PM newscast on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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- Cal Fire Butte Unit honors new and promoted members in Oroville
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- CAL FIRE's Butte Unit held its Employee Recognition Ceremony Tuesday at the historic Oroville State Theatre, bringing together newly hired and promoted members alongside their families and friends. The Unit and County Fire Chief recognized each member individually and led the group in reciting the CAL FIRE oath.
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- Redding firefighters rescue cat stuck in tree all night
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Redding firefighters came to the rescue after a cat named Frankie spent the entire night stuck in a tree — chased up by dogs and unable to get down on his own. Cal Fire's Shasta-Trinity Unit crews responded to multiple reports before successfully bringing Frankie down unharmed and returning him to his owner.
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- Fill the Boot Drive hits Corning and Red Bluff streets today
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Firefighters from CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit and Tehama County Fire Department hit the streets of Corning and Red Bluff today for the annual MDA Fill the Boot Drive, raising money to support families and individuals affected by ALS and related muscular diseases.
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- Redhawks fall at homecoming 45-31 to Carroll College
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Simpson University's Redhawks fell short in their homecoming game Saturday, losing to the Carroll College Fighting Saints from Montana 45-31. Next weekend, the Redhawks head to Montana to face the Montana Western Bulldogs.
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- 500+ walk for Alzheimer's cure at Chico's Bidwell Park
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- More than 500 people walked through Chico's Bidwell Park today to raise money in the "Walk to End Alzheimer's," with participants including those living with the disease alongside their loved ones. The event raised nearly $93,000 toward finding a cure — a cause that hits close to home for many in the community.
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- Mendocino National Forest road closures planned for next week
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- The Mendocino National Forest will have traffic control in place on the M-6 Road at Eel River Crossing on Monday and Tuesday as contractors work on a culvert replacement design. The project, located about 15 miles north of Lake Pillsbury, aims to keep a major north-south forest road accessible while also improving habitat for fish and other aquatic life.
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- Redding Salvation Army thrift store reopens after flood damage
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- 2:24
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- The Salvation Army Thrift Store on Westside Road in Redding has reopened after flood damage from last December's winter storms forced it to close for repairs. Every purchase at the store helps fund the Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Program, a free 6-month residential treatment program for people recovering from substance use disorders.
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- Cal Fire explains why wildfire smoke is worse than prescribed burns
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Cal Fire officials are drawing a clear distinction between wildfire smoke and prescribed-fire smoke — and the difference matters for your health and your community. While controlled burns do produce smoke, they help remove dangerous fuels and reduce the risk of larger, more intense wildfires that can impact air quality for days or even weeks.
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- Cal Fire plans 86-acre prescribed burn at Loafer Creek Monday
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- 0:12
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Cal Fire's Butte Unit is planning an 86-acre prescribed burn at Loafer Creek State Recreation Area on Monday — though weather conditions will ultimately determine if it moves forward.
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- Shasta-Trinity forest burns planned near Weaverville, McCloud
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- The Shasta-Trinity National Forest is planning prescribed burns near Weaverville and McCloud this week to reduce overgrown vegetation. Crews will burn a combined 151 acres in the Weaverville Community Forest starting tomorrow, while a 350-acre operation near McCloud along Highway 89 is set to begin Tuesday.
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- CHP seeks help solving Highway 29 killing 3 years later
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- California Highway Patrol investigators are asking for the public's help solving the 2023 death of 33-year-old Andrew Gurrola, who was found shot and killed along Highway 29 on October 17 of that year. 3 years later, no suspect has been identified and the gun used in the killing has not been recovered — if you have any information, CHP's Northern Division Major Crimes Unit wants to hear from you.
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- Structure fire sparked Gall Fire in Mt. Shasta Vista subdivision
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Cal Fire investigators have determined a structure fire sparked the Gall Fire in the Mount Shasta Vista Subdivision, which spread to nearby vegetation and burned 1 acre before crews contained it. Evacuation warnings have been lifted, but officials are urging residents to remain alert as vegetation across Siskiyou County is extremely dry.
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- 2026 Almond Bowl - Game of the Week
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- 4:17
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The Pleasant Valley Vikings and the Chico Panthers battle it out on the gridiron for the 2026 Almond Bowl.
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- Week Eight - Under The Lights Second Segment
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- 4:12
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The second segment of Week Eight of Under the Lights.
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- Play of the Week - Week Eight of Under the Lights
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Its a battle of big-time special teams plays as a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown squares off against a fake punt that goes for the long touchdown for Play of the Week honors in Week Eight of Under the Lights.
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- Week Eight - Under The Lights Third Segment
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- 3:54
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The third and final segment of Week Eight of Under the Lights, featuring Play of the Week.
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- Week Eight - Under The Lights First Segment
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- 4:48
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The opening segment of Week Eight of Under the Lights, featuring the 2026 Almond Bowl.
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- Friday evening's top stories
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- 9:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Here are the top stories for the evening of Friday, October 16th, 2026.
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- Ethics case against Chico Mayor Reynolds dropped
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The California Fair Political Practices Commission closed its investigation into Chico Mayor Kasey Reynolds without taking action, after finding no conflict-of-interest violation in her votes on the city’s Downtown Revitalization Plan.
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- Chico's 55th Almond Bowl: Panthers host Vikings tonight
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The 55th Almond Bowl is set for tonight at Chico High Stadium, with the Chico Panthers hosting the Pleasant Valley Vikings in what the reporter describes as Chico’s annual Super Bowl-like game; the first official Almond Bowl was played in 1971, when Chico High beat Pleasant Valley 10–7.
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- Shasta County election: Key races to know before Nov. 3
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Previewing key local races on the November 3 general election ballot in Shasta County, including a crowded Redding City Council race, an unopposed city clerk race, and a county supervisor contest, with more coverage promised later.
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- Simpson University opens new STEM building in Redding
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Simpson University in Redding opened its new Hugh and Hazel Darling Center for Business, Technology and Engineering on Friday, unveiling expanded classroom, lab and community event space designed to support engineering, technology and AI-related workforce needs, with full student use planned for Spring 2027.
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- Free flu shots in Red Bluff tomorrow — here's where to go
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic will be held tomorrow in Red Bluff at the Tehama County Government Center parking lot, with health officials recommending the shot for everyone 6 months and older to help reduce the risk of serious illness.
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- Heroes rescue woman from burning car
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Two California State Parks officers rescued a woman from an overturned, burning vehicle on Highway 70 in Nicolaus early in the morning, pulling her out and providing medical aid; officials said the officers likely saved her life.
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- Caltrans targets Biggs intersection after 8 injuries in 5 years
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Caltrans District 3 is moving forward with a $12.35 million safety project at the State Route 99 and Rio Bonito Road intersection near Biggs in Butte County, where officials say 15 crashes, including 8 injuries, were recorded over five years; the agency plans to study and build an alternative control measure, such as a roundabout or traffic signal, after approval from the California Transportation Commission in June 2026.
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- Robbery-turned-stabbing in Chico leads to 2 arrests near Oroville
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Chico police say a robbery and attempted murder investigation led to the arrests of Brian Martin and Ariele Rostamo more than two weeks after a man was stabbed at a Chico home and survived his injuries.
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- Elevated fire weather conditions continue across Northern California today
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Locally gusty winds and very low humidity maintain elevated fire conditions across Northern California today and Saturday. A cooling trend begins this weekend, leading to cooler temperatures and chances for rain and mountain snow early next week.
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- Redding resource fair connects breast cancer patients with local support
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Breast cancer awareness goes beyond early detection. For people facing a diagnosis, finding local resources and connecting with others who understand their experience can also make a difference.
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- Bangor area fire contained at 4.5 acres, all warnings now lifted
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Porte Fire in south Butte County has been contained after burning about 4.5 acres near Bangor, and all evacuation warnings have been lifted, according to the update.
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- North State Symphony performs this weekend in Chico and Redding
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- 3:18
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- North State Symphony is presenting “The American Spectrum” this weekend in Chico and Redding, featuring guest saxophonist Mark Zaleski and works by Tower, Ellington, Bates, and Gershwin, with a free pre-concert talk offered to ticket holders.
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- Heroes Rescue Woman from Burning Car
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Two California State Parks officers rescued a woman from an overturned, burning vehicle on Highway 70 in Nicolaus early in the morning, pulling her out and providing medical aid; officials said the officers likely saved her life.
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- Minor injuries after fishing boat grounds at Lake Oroville
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A 17-foot bass fishing boat with two men aboard ran ashore near the Highway 70 bridge over Lake Oroville’s West Branch on Saturday morning; both men had minor injuries and declined medical aid, and state parks will assist with recovering the boat.
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- Oregon Teacher Prepared to Die Saving Kids in Deadly School Shooting
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A fifth-grade teacher at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, is speaking out about her terrifying experience sheltering students as a 16-year-old gunman attacked the school. Kathy Sheil-Smith says she quickly hid her class in a corner, quietly keeping them safe while believing she might die protecting her students.The tragic shooting on Thursday, October 15, claimed the lives of three children—ages 5, 8, and 11—and one teacher. Two other victims, a student and a teacher, were critically injured and rushed to the hospital. According to police, the attack ended when an armed community member pursued the teenage suspect into the building and fatally shot him. The tight-knit Bend community held a candlelight vigil as they mourn the victims of what marks the 36th shooting on K-12 school grounds in the United States this year.
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- Cornell President Defends Record Amid Calls for No-Confidence Vote
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Tensions boiled over at a recent Cornell University Faculty Senate meeting as professors debated a vote of no-confidence in President Michael Kotlikoff. Audio from the meeting reveals a contentious confrontation over student safety, fraternity culture, and what faculty describe as the administration's inaction following an alleged 2024 sexual assault at the Chi Phi fraternity. During the meeting, faculty members challenged the president, who was reportedly on the defensive despite previously apologizing for the university's handling of the allegations. Protesting the administration's response, several professors attended the meeting holding signs reading "I am Jane," in a show of support for the accuser. Faculty members also noted a flood of emails from angry alumni demanding accountability. While a no-confidence vote by the Faculty Senate cannot directly remove the president—a power held exclusively by the Board of Trustees—supporters argue that passing the resolution would be a...
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- Friday morning's Top 5 Stories: Oct. 16
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Kelli Saam has this morning's top stories, including the Redding Police union responding to budget cuts, and a preview of the 55th Almond Bowl in Chico
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- Walk To End Alzheimer's returns to Bidwell Park on Saturday, Oct. 17
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The walk organizers joined us on Action News Now Mornings.
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- Voters hear from candidates in Oroville Mayoral Candidate Forum
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The three candidates shared their vision for Oroville's future during a forum on Thursday night at the State Theatre
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- Rivalry Night! Preview of 55th Almond Bowl in Chico
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Chico High will host Pleasant Valley for the Almond Bowl.
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- 'Floating Classroom' tours in Oroville
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The river raft tours show visitors how salmon spawn on the Feather River
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- Redding Police Officers Association responds to City Council budget cuts
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Police union urges council to reduce other general fund positions instead of vacant officer positions.
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- Driverless "Flying" Tesla Roadster Hits 60 MPH in Under 1 Second
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's highly anticipated "flying car" during a Thursday demonstration at a SpaceX test facility in Texas. The new Tesla Roadster, a two-person sports car, showcased unprecedented capabilities using a combination of suction and jet thrusters. During the driverless demonstration, the Roadster used suction to climb up a steep ramp and hang upside down before spinning off the ramp and using jets to land safely. According to Musk, the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a record time of less than one second. The car was operated without an actual driver for the dramatic test flight. Addressing the crowd, Musk explained the safety precaution, stating it was done to "make sure we don't kill anyone." The specialized Roadster highlights a collaboration between Tesla and SpaceX, incorporating rocket thruster technology into an electric supercar.
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- Why a Georgia Police Officer Gave Her ICE Husband Access to Flock Cameras
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A former Savannah, Georgia, police officer was fired after an internal investigation revealed she shared her Flock surveillance camera login with her husband, a federal ICE agent. Internal records and interviews show that former officer Amber Harpe gave her husband access to the police department's system, which he then used to conduct nearly 1,000 license plate searches across six states. Investigators found that the searches primarily targeted vehicles registered to Hispanic owners. Her husband claimed he used the local police tool to locate individuals with arrest warrants because ICE does not have direct access to the Flock system. While Savannah Police share their Flock data with over 1,700 agencies, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not on the approved list. Harpe was one of six Savannah Police Department employees fired in August for misusing the surveillance system, four of whom were later arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. (From WJCL via CNN)
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- Very warm conditions and elevated fire risk continue in Northern California today
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Dry, very warm temperatures and gusty winds are leading to elevated fire risk across Northern California today. Temperatures will cool down as we get to the early part of next week.
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- Straight From The Source: Kim McCall
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- 14:10
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Kim McCall wants to retire into service. McCall used to work in Butte College administration, but now she wants to serve on the board of trustees for area 5. We talk about her love of Career Technical Education, and expanding the college to the south side of the county.
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- Thursday night's top stories
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- 14:01
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- All of the top stories from our 11 PM newscast on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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- How Paradise's alert system stays on even during power shutoffs
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The Town of Paradise successfully tested its new emergency alert system at noon despite power safety shutoffs, with officials saying the system can still be activated through backup generators, satellite access, remote assistance, or manual switches if needed.
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- Thursday evening's top stories
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- 9:08
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Here are the top stories for the evening of Thursday, October 15th, 2026.
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- Free breast cancer resource fair connects Redding to local support
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A free breast cancer resource fair in Redding is helping connect people with local care and support services while promoting early detection, and the Sundial Bridge will glow pink through Oct. 18 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
