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1 week ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams |Alec Stutson |Ken Devol
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Headlines is published every weekday morning at 8:30 a.m. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and NPR One. Theme song Borough is courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions. Headlines Bidwell ParkCaliforniaButte CountyShasta CountyChico, CaliforniaTehama CountyWildfirePlumas County
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2 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Ken Devol |Angel Huracha |Anthony Vasek |Alec Stutson
Protestors from around the North State will gather on Saturday morning to demonstrate against actions taken by the Trump administration. 'No Kings Day' is a nationwide event pushing back against what many see as a rising threat to democracy. In Chico, participants will gather at the 'Our Hands' sculpture at 10 a.m., then move on to the city plaza. Dissenters in Redding will meet at city hall from 9 to 10 a.m.'No Kings Day' coincides with Flag Day and President Trump’s birthday.
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams |Alec Stutson |Anthony Vasek
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, June 6, 2025. Headlines is published every weekday morning at 8:30 a.m. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and NPR One. Theme song Borough is courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions. Headlines Oroville, CaliforniaWildfireChico, CaliforniaButte CountyPlacer CountyHomelessnessPark Fire
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Ken Devol |Alec Stutson |Anthony Vasek
There’s no more room at the inn at the City of Shasta Lake Animal Shelter. Volunteers told KRCR they’re full and are calling on the community to step up and adopt a dog. Lead Volunteer Cheri Steffen says they’re sheltering 18 dogs, but only have 10 kennels. There are six dogs up for adoption with more to come. A new bill in the state assembly would set aside money to pay student teachers and classroom aides, who usually have to work for free while earning their official credentials.
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Anthony Vasek |Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Angel Huracha
A Tehama County supervisor is under investigation after being accused by fellow board members of driving under the influence. Four Tehama County supervisors allege Pati Nolen left a cup smelling of alcohol at her seat after a meeting in late March. The supervisors contacted authorities since Nolen was seen entering a vehicle after the meeting. Nolen was pulled over by the Red Bluff Police Department several hours later.
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Ken Devol |Erik Adams
A red flag warning is in effect until 8 p.m. today. Gusty winds and low humidity, combined with hot temperature helps increase the likelihood of wildfires. Winds should be 15 to 25 miles per hour, but gusts can be up to 40 miles per hour. According to the National Weather Service, the highest threat is in the north Sacramento Valley along and west of the I-5 corridor. Outdoor burning is not recommended while a red flag warning is enacted.
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4 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Ken Devol |Erik Adams
A new tool to forecast extreme heat is available ahead of this weekend’s record high temperatures. Gov. Gavin Newsom says the goal of Cal-Heat-Scoreis to protect vulnerable communities by issuing heat risk alerts. Cal-Heat-Score has four levels. A zero means there's no risk of heat-related illness, while a four means it's an extreme heat day with high risk. The tool highlights populations who are most susceptible to extreme heat and offers safety tips, such as how to recognize heat illness.
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4 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Ken Devol |Erik Adams
The executive director of Safe Space, a Chico nonprofit that serves unhoused people, has announced her departure. Hilary Crosby has been in the role for three years, and oversaw the nonprofit’s transition from seasonal shelter services to a year-round support system. Crosby expressed her gratitude for her time with Safe Space and getting to care for others. The organization said they were grateful for her service.
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1 month ago | 
mynspr.org | Alec Stutson |Ken Devol |Sarina Grossi |Erik Adams
There are three new gray wolf packs in the North State. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced this week that the packs are located in Shasta, Tehama and Lassen counties. This brings the state’s total number of wolf packs up to 10. The state’s gray wolf population has been steadily increasing in recent years. There’s an estimated 70 wolves in multiple areas of California. Earlier this month, the department launched an online tracker for the endangered species.
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1 month ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams |Angel Huracha |Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson
Shasta County’s assistant registrar of voters has been fired from her position. Joanna Francescut was notified of her termination yesterday after being the assistant registrar for 17 years. She ran to take over the top role after former registrar Thomas Toller stepped down, but lost to Florida-based attorney Clint Curtis after a decision by county supervisors. Curtis has no prior election experience, or connection with Shasta County.
