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Chico may ban class 2 and 3 e-bikes from Bidwell Park trails
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- Chico may ban class 2 and 3 e-bikes from Bidwell Park trails
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Chico's Bidwell Park could soon have new e-bike rules that affect which rides are allowed on dirt trails. Under the proposal, Class 1 e-bikes would still be permitted on unpaved paths, while Class 2 and 3 models — which can reach speeds of 28 mph or more — would be banned.
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- West Nile virus detected in Tehama County chickens
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Sentinel chickens in Tehama County have tested positive for West Nile Virus, prompting local health officials to urge residents to take precautions. While no human cases have been reported in the county this year, neighboring counties have seen recent West Nile-related deaths — making simple steps like draining standing water and using insect repellent more important than ever.
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- Orland man arrested after gun found near Chico home
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A 19-year-old Orland man was arrested after Chico police responded to an early morning 911 call about threats at a Cedar Street home and found a firearm in a bag nearby. Jose Alvarez now faces multiple felony firearm and ammunition charges.
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- Gerber man jailed after hundreds of pounds of pot found
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Tehama County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Gerber man after seizing hundreds of pounds of marijuana, 6 grams of methamphetamine, and more than $24,000 in cash during probation searches of 2 homes in the area. Antonio Esquivel was booked on multiple drug and felony child endangerment charges, and authorities say more arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
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- Pioneer Community Energy coming to Chico by Fall 2027
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Chico residents could see a 10% savings on their electricity bills when the city begins service with Pioneer Community Energy — a non-profit electricity provider — in October 2027. Your PG&E bill will still arrive, but it will include 2 line items: 1 for electricity generation through Pioneer, and 1 for distribution still handled by PG&E.
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- Butte County takes Oroville Dam fight to Washington, DC
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Butte County leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as the Oroville Dam's long-running relicensing process moves forward. The county argues it has shouldered the financial and public-safety costs of hosting the dam for decades, while much of the water stored there flows to other parts of the state.
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- Shasta County boaters warned of fall ramp closures
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Boaters heading to McCloud or Iron Canyon Reservoir this fall may want to plan ahead — PG&E is warning that low water levels could limit boat ramp access at both locations for stretches of time between September and October.
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- 8 arrested in undercover human trafficking sting at Shasta Lake
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A multi-agency undercover operation at Shasta Lake led to 8 arrests over the weekend on charges ranging from prostitution-related offenses and pimping to drug possession and outstanding warrants. The Shasta County Sheriff's Office wants the community to know that no marinas or businesses on Shasta Lake were involved in any illegal activity — the location was chosen by law enforcement.
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- Watch: Vandal Wearing 'Scream' Movie Costume Arrested In Virginia
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Newly released body camera footage from Fairfax County, Virginia, shows the moment detectives arrested and unmasked a 22-year-old suspect dressed in a full "Scream" movie costume. Following a targeted surveillance operation, officers apprehended the man outside a neighborhood community center, ordering him not to move before removing his iconic Ghostface mask. Police allege the man is responsible for a recent destruction spree that caused thousands of dollars in damage to the property. He has been charged with three felony and three misdemeanor counts of destruction of property, as well as an additional charge for wearing a mask in public. The department later released a photo of the suspect's complete outfit, which included the mask and a long black robe. The suspect has since been released from detention ahead of a court hearing set for early November. Online court records currently do not show that he has entered a plea.
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- Watch: Semi Truck Left Dangling Over I-71 In Terrifying Cincinnati Crash
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment an out-of-control semi-truck smashed through a concrete barrier, leaving the massive vehicle and its two occupants dangling precariously over Interstate 71 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Despite the sheer drop and dangerous position of the cab, the Ohio Department of Transportation confirmed that neither person inside suffered life-threatening injuries. Local authorities report the truck was carrying approximately 200 gallons of fuel at the time of the Sunday crash, which heavily leaked onto the roadway below. Emergency crews worked through the night to clean up the hazardous spill and secure the bridge. Investigators currently believe bad brakes may have caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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- 'Massive Walls Of Dark Debris': Deadly Flash Floods Devastate Grand Canyon
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Search and rescue operations are continuing this Monday following a violent and deadly weekend of flash flooding at the Grand Canyon. Popular areas deep inside the canyon, frequently used for day hikes and extended camping trips, were hit hard by severe weather that began on Saturday. Witnesses described massive walls of dark debris rushing down the canyon's creeks and emptying into the Colorado River. While many individuals have been successfully evacuated by rescue helicopters, authorities state that several people remain unaccounted for and are believed to be missing. Rescue crews remain hopeful that the missing individuals are simply trapped in areas without cell service or communication access, though the flooding has already proven deadly. The situation remains critical as the region faces another potential round of severe weather, which could further complicate ongoing search and recovery efforts.
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- Watch: VP Vance Details Anti-Fraud Action On Commercial Truck Driving
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- 5:00
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Vice President JD Vance spoke to reporters at Joint Base Andrews before departing for Michigan and Nevada, outlining major updates from the administration's anti-fraud task force and addressing key foreign and domestic policy issues. Vance announced a major federal crackdown on commercial driver's license (CDL) fraud, arguing that fraudulent licenses have undercut American wages in the trucking industry and threatened highway safety. Responding to press questions, Vance also addressed President Trump's recent AI-generated video regarding Iran, clarifying that it serves as a direct warning to cease attacks on commercial shipping. Additionally, Vance touched on rising oil production from Venezuelan reserves to help stabilize global energy markets and warned that tech companies building AI data centers must construct their own power plants to avoid driving up local utility bills.
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- Monday morning's Top 5 Stories: Aug. 31
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Kelli Saam has today's Top 5 stories, including new proposed rules for e-bikes in Bidwell Park. And roadwork that is expected to cause delays just north of Chico this week.
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- Watch: Data Center Leak Costs Residents 3 Million Gallons Of Water In Oklahoma
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A massive water line leak in El Reno, Oklahoma, has cost local residents more than 3 million gallons of water and forced public schools to shut down for two days. City officials traced the devastating water loss to a privately owned fire hydrant at a local data center operated by Athlon BT, a tech firm that manages facilities for artificial intelligence networking, cloud computing, and Bitcoin mining. While repairing the water line and investigating the source of the massive leak, city officials uncovered multiple code violations at the tech facility. According to local reporting, investigators found severe drainage issues and expired building permits on the property.
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- Caught on camera: Tehama County school burglary investigation
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The Tehama County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man in connection with a burglary at a local school.
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- Watch: Tour The $5 Million Doomsday Bunker Built For The Ultra-Rich
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Take an exclusive look inside a former missile silo that has been transformed into a fully self-sustaining, luxury doomsday bunker for ultra-high-net-worth families. Created by owner Larry Hall, these underground survival condos sell for up to $5 million per unit, plus tens of thousands in annual maintenance fees. The sprawling underground complex is designed to withstand a 2,000 mph shockwave and features a massive stockpile of diesel fuel capable of running the completely computerized facility for two and a half years. Inside, residents can ride out the apocalypse with luxury amenities including a computer-controlled saltwater resort pool, high-yield hydroponic gardens, a pet park that simulates the outdoors, and even a holding cell for unruly residents. To protect the complex, the bunker is equipped with advanced volcanic ash scrubbers and a dedicated sniper post on top of the building.
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- Driving north of Chico? Expect Hwy 99 delays until Thursday
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- One-way traffic controls are in place between Anita Road and Wilson Landing Road through Thursday, with 10 to 15 minute delays expected from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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- New rules could restrict e-bikes in Bidwell Park
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Bidwell Park's trail rules could be changing for e-bike riders. A new report recommends limiting natural-surface trails to Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes.
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- Unsolved Mystery: Redding man vanished three weeks ago
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Redding police are searching for 31-year-old Ezekiel Storm Humphrey, who was last seen on August 11
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- Northern California sees sunny skies, elevated fire conditions today
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Sunny skies and temperatures in the low 90s are forecast for Northern California today, with elevated fire weather risks in the northern Valley and foothills. Cooler temperatures arrive Tuesday, with Meteorologist Allie Ann McCord.
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- Straight From The Source: Scott Miller
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- 35:36
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Scott Miller wants you to go straight to the source. This busy public works director also manages the Red Bluff Municipal Airport. We talk about the facility's history, and what it currently offers the city when it comes to safety and revenue. Scott Miller lays out the plan to pay for badly-needed road repairs, and shares some insight on the best places to grab a meal in the city.
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- Oroville crew saves exotic bird after days stuck in tree
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- City of Oroville firefighters added an unusual rescue to their list of calls last week — helping return an exotic pet bird to its owner after it had been stuck in a tree for several days. A little coaxing from the owner and a few squirts of water from firefighters were all it took to bring the bird safely back down.
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- New landmark sign unveiled at Upper Bidwell Park in Chico
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Chico's "Upper Park" company is behind a new landmark sign at Upper Bidwell Park, located near the Upper Park Gate and Horseshoe Lake parking lot. The sign features the brand's "Bear Hole Sunset" artwork and includes icons at the bottom reminding park visitors of the rules.
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- Siskiyou County rescue team shares Mt. Shasta hiking warnings
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- As snow melts from Mt. Shasta's main climbing routes, the Siskiyou County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team is urging hikers and hunters to take extra precautions — from checking wind speeds and storm forecasts to carrying offline navigation tools like a paper map or GPS device.
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- New climbing wall opens at Cohasset Community Association
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Volunteers in Cohasset came together to build a brand-new climbing wall at the Cohasset Community Association, fueled by donuts and pizza. The project, made possible with support from Chico Lowe's, the North Valley Community Foundation, and Aaron Rogers, is now ready for local families to enjoy.
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- New aerial photos show Oroville Dam spillway progress
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The State Department of Water Resources has released an aerial photo showing progress on vegetation restoration near the Oroville Dam's main and emergency spillways. Work that began in June 2026 aims to cover 70 acres with seed and replant 6 acres of woody vegetation, and you can expect to see construction equipment and grading near both spillways and along the Diversion Pool as the project continues.
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- Rico Abreu wins 3rd Gold Cup title at Chico's Silver Dollar Speedway
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Thousands of fans packed Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico for the 72nd annual Gold Cup Race of Champions, and Rico Abreu drove away with the $100,000 top prize — his 3rd Gold Cup win — after capitalizing on a late-race error by the previous leader in the final 5 laps.
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- Redding DUI checkpoint screens 600+ cars on South Market Street
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Redding police screened more than 600 cars at a DUI and driver's license checkpoint on South Market Street last night. Of the 5 drivers evaluated, none were arrested, though 6 received citations and 3 vehicles were towed.
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- Shasta County sheriff warns of fake arrest warrant phone scam
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The Shasta County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a rise in scam calls where fraudsters falsely claim to be Sheriff's Office employees — sometimes using real staff names and official-looking documents sent by text. A common tactic involves telling you that you have a warrant for missing jury duty and that you can pay to clear it, but law enforcement will never ask for payment over the phone.
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- Close call on I-5 near Weed as car spins into CHP officers
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A driver who wasn't paying attention spun into a lane closure on Interstate 5 north of Weed, nearly hitting CHP officers already on scene investigating a crash. No one was hurt, but the close call is a reminder of how dangerous roadside work can be — and why slowing down near emergency scenes matters.
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- ree ice cream brings Redding kids and police closer together
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- ree ice cream brings Redding kids and police closer together
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- Cool down midweek
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The latest Northern California weather forecast discusses cooler-than-normal temperatures, elevated fire weather conditions on Monday, and unsettled weather later in the week for the Sacramento Valley, Northern Central Valley, and surrounding areas.
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- 'Alone' Star Paid $5,000 To Teach You How To Survive Doomsday
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- Survival expert Amós Rodriguez, who previously appeared on the reality television series "Alone," is teaching basic survival skills to a growing number of Americans. CNN Chief International Security Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh joined Rodriguez to learn the "sacred order of survival," which prioritizes shelter, fire, water, and food. The instruction includes hands-on lessons in starting fires, collecting rainwater, and fishing.
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- Watch: NASA Launches Roman Space Telescope With 300-Megapixel Camera
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- NASA's highly anticipated Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope successfully lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Sunday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. Named in honor of NASA's first chief astronomer, the Roman telescope is designed to uncover some of the universe's biggest unknowns, specifically targeting the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. Equipped with a massive 300-megapixel infrared camera, the Roman Space Telescope boasts a field of view 100 times larger than the iconic Hubble Space Telescope. This expansive view will allow astronomers to map the cosmos faster and more comprehensively than ever before. NASA expects to publish the first official images from the Roman telescope toward the end of the year.
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- Push-in ceremony held for new ladder truck at Gridley Fire Station 74
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- CAL FIRE Butte Unit says a traditional push-in ceremony was held this week at Gridley Fire Station 74, where crews pushed in a new ladder truck. The new fire engine replaces a 20-year-old truck that has served Butte County and the rest of Butte County since 2007.
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- Goat herders now subject to new wage and overtime requirements
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The City of Chico's Public Works Director told Action News Now that Capra Environmental Services Corp, who is providing several hundred goats to graze in the Lindo Channel, plans to adapt to the change by modifying employee schedules -- and adding staffing, instead of the traditional 24/7 staffing arrangement.
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- Touch-a-Truck event at Meriam Park brings local families together
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- Action News Now anchor Hayley Watts reports from The Barn in Meriam Park. On Saturday, the Touch-a-Truck event was held, and members of the local community and families gathered to take part in the activities. Children climbed into real vehicles and explored equipment used by local heroes who keep the city moving.
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- Redding Police conducting DUI checkpoint on Saturday night
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- On Saturday night between the hours of 6PM and midnight, officers from the Redding Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint at an undisclosed location within city limits.
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- Man arrested, charged with multiple sex crimes for sexual contact with Oroville teenager
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- 39-year-old Christopher Robert Addiego was taken into custody and charged with multiple child sex crimes. If convicted, Addiego would be required to register as a sex offender and could face screening to determine whether he qualifies for trial as a sexually violent predator, which could result in indefinite commitment to a secure medical facility.
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- Man arrested at Yuba College for impersonating peace officer
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- 21-year-old Carson Boyd of Granite Bay was taken into custody by the Yuba County Sheriff's Office on Thursday. Authorities say Boyd initially identified himself to them as a sworn peace officer with a California agency police department, but later admitted to deputies that he was not a peace officer and had been wearing a badge belonging to a family member.
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- Saturday evening's top stories
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- 11:00
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- Here are the top stories for the evening of Saturday, August 29th, 2026.
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- Paradise Police Detective Sergeant injured in high speed crash on Highway 99
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- A Detective Sergeant with the Paradise Police Department was hospitalized with serious injuries after his patrol vehicle was hit by a suspected DUI driver at the intersection of Highway 99 and Rio Bonito Road north of Gridley.
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- Warm finish to the weekend
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- September starts cooler next Tuesday
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- City of Redding navigates several major leadership changes
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The City of Redding is navigating several major leadership changes at the same time, with interim leaders currently filling key positions across city government. Despite the number of changes happening at the same time, Redding Vice Mayor Dr. Paul Dhanuka says city leaders are working to keep the city operating while they search for permanent leadership.
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- Simpson University starts new school year with record enrollment
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Action News Now reporter Timea Horvath reports from Redding. The new academic year officially got underway Friday with Simpson’s Academic Convocation, bringing together students, faculty and community leaders.
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- Week One of Under the Lights - Game of the Week
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The Paradise Bobcats take on the Las Plumas Thunderbirds in Week One of Under the Light's Game of the Week.
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- Week One of Under the Lights - Play of the Week
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Week One of Under the Lights may be in the books, but two players are battling it out for Play of the Week honors. Voting is now live, and you can vote for your favorite play from Week One of Under the Lights until Wednesday, September 2nd at noon.
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- Week One - Under the Lights Third Segment
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- 3:39
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Sports Director Blake Mayfield and Raishaud Pinkney bring you the opening week of high school football action in Under the Lights.
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- Week One - Under the Lights Second Segment
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Sports Director Blake Mayfield and Raishaud Pinkney bring you the opening week of high school football action in Under the Lights
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- Week One - Under the Lights First Segment One
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- 5:25
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Sports Director Blake Mayfield and Raishaud Pinkney bring you the opening week of high school football action in Under the Lights
