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1 week ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The Chico State student who was last week was mourned at a candlelight vigil on the university’s campus. Thursday night, dozens stood holding candles on Kendall Hall lawn to join family, friends and co-workers of 21-year-old Athena Marie Passidakis. On April 3, a man police say she previously dated, kidnapped her at gunpoint and led law enforcement on a chase that ended in a murder-suicide. At the vigil her older sister Angelique Passidakis shared words with the crowd.
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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 | 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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4 weeks ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 26, 2025. In today’s episode:Gridley High School is now dealing with the emotional aftermath of a student stabbing on campus Wednesday morning. Also, a panel of subject experts presented details about water management in Butte County at a panel discussion in Chico. Plus, Chico State could face a budget deficit of over $30 million this year.
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1 month ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The Plumas Unified School District board passed a resolution this week authorizing the layoff of 22 employees. Also, a credit will be automatically added to the bills of PG&E customers for the month of April. Plus, burlesque matron Hurricane Fran discusses performing with The Stardust Revue in Chico while balancing life and mentoring the next era of performers.
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1 month ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 6. In today’s episode:The Trump administration says it plans to fire 70,000 Veterans Affairs (VA) employees and that doesn’t sit well with veterans who depend on the medical care the VA delivers. Also, the man guilty of burning down Bidwell Mansion in Chico appeared in court yesterday and was sentenced to 11 years in prison. Plus, three cancer treatment centers in Redding are being consolidated into a central location.
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1 month ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, March 5. In today’s episode:Oroville is joining other cities in California in declaring itself a “non-sanctuary” city. Council members approved the resolution last night. Also, the historic Collier Hardware store in downtown Chico has begun auctioning off equipment and other non-retail items in the store. Plus, Annie’s Glen in Bidwell Park was closed to the public in October.
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2 months ago | 
mynspr.org | Erik Adams
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, Feb. 12. In today’s episode:From podcasts to mobile library trucks, Butte County Library branches are trying to address community needs in unique ways. Butte County supervisors approve budget adjustments for nine new mental health positions. Plus, The Yuba Water Agency is working with governmental agencies and research centers to better understand the local impact of atmospheric rivers.
