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6 days ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha
With an empire of cataloged songs, a determined attitude, and a microphone, host Reba Gray is ready to take your karaoke song request. Originally from Johnson City, Tenn., Gray has been a part of Chico’s event scene for nearly two decades. “If you've heard [the song] “Wagon Wheel,” you've heard of my town, but that's pretty much the only reason you would have,” Gray said. Gray has made a career by hosting fun events in the area.
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1 week ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha |Matt Fidler
Looking for something to do around Chico? Welcome to Listen Up — NSPR’s curated list of arts, culture, and community happenings in the Chico area. From gallery shows to concerts, talks, and local gatherings, we’re highlighting what’s happening around town each week and how you can be part of it. Email [email protected] to reach out to us.
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1 week ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha
Dog owners and lovers are ready to unite at the fourth annual Woofstock. The Butte Humane Society's festival and fundraiser is this Saturday at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds and will be a day of music, pups and philanthropy. Executive Director Emily Acevedo said it’s one of the biggest fundraisers for the Butte Humane Society. “And it's a fun way to raise funds,” Acevedo said.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams |Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Angel Huracha
Chico's Thursday Night Market returns to downtown tonight. Shoppers and strollers will again be treated to an abundance of wares provided by local farmers, crafters and artists. Visitors can also vibe to the beats of local musicians, eat at food trucks and downtown businesses and restaurants will also stay open late. (Here's a map of vendors.)This year, there are some other things people will see — young entrepreneurs. Grade schoolers to college students will be showcasing their products.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams |Sarina Grossi |Alec Stutson |Angel Huracha
Two candlelight vigils will be held this week for the woman who died in Chico last week in a . Community members in Chico and Redding are invited to gather in memory of Athena Marie Passidakas, 21, who was shot and killed in a potential domestic violence incident on April 3. The Chico State student was kidnapped by a man at gunpoint who she had previously dated, according to the Chico Police Department.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Alec Stutson |Angel Huracha |Sarina Grossi |Erik Adams
The City of Chico may be looking to make the streets brighter soon. City staff have been looking into which streets are most in need of streetlights, and where funding might come from. They presented their findings to the Internal Affairs Committee Tuesday. The biggest hurdle is cost. It can be up to $20,000 to install a single streetlight.
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha |Matt Fidler
Looking for something to do around Chico? Welcome to Listen Up — NSPR’s curated list of arts, culture, and community happenings in the Chico area. From gallery shows to concerts, talks, and local gatherings, we’re highlighting what’s happening around town each week and how you can be part of it. Email [email protected] to reach out to us.
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha
Chico artisans and creators have a new outlet to showcase their goods. A new market will launch on Saturday, April 5. It will be a weekly showcase of handcrafted goods, food and community engagement. The market will feature an array of handmade products made by community members, from vegan baked goods from Adrianna’s Bakery to stained glass art from Bree Glass Studio. “My number one goal is to get that small business owner a place to sell their wares at, somebody who maybe ...
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3 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Alec Stutson |Erik Adams |Sarina Grossi |Angel Huracha
Xavier Becerra has announced he’s running for governor in 2026. According to reporting by KQED, Becerra has spent more than three decades in public life, including serving in congress and acting as California’s attorney general and the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. He joins a field with several other prominent Democrats. But says he'll stay in the race, even if former Vice President Kamala Harris puts her hat into the ring.
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2 months ago | 
mynspr.org | Angel Huracha
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, Feb. 21. In today’s episode:NSPR asked 14 police chiefs in the North State about what role they’ll play in immigration enforcement. Half of them responded, and this is what they said. Also, homeowners impacted by the Dixie Fire can receive financial assistance from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Plus, many Chico residents feel unsafe walking at night due to a lack of street lamps.
