Kelli Saam

Chico

News Anchor and Reporter at KRCR-TV (Redding/Chico, CA)

News Anchor and Reporter at KHSL-TV (Chico, CA)

News Anchor/Reporter in Chico/Redding, Calif.

Articles

Emergency aid for Trinity County following December storms

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued an emergency proclamation in Trinity County following the December 2024 storms. These storms brought significant rain and winds, causing severe damage to the area's infrastructure. The storms, which occurred on December 15 and December 29, unleashed winds of 15 to 30 mph and dropped about two inches of rain. This weather led to dangerous conditions on local roads and bridges.
Chico's In-N-Out plans could ease drive-thru traffic woes

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

CHICO, Calif. - Change might be coming to the often congested In-N-Out drive-thru on Business Lane in Chico. Crews have begun clearing the former Krispy Kreme property next to In-N-Out, which closed in 2023. Community Development Director Brendan Vieg said In-N-Out has submitted a preliminary schematic indicating plans to use the Krispy Kreme property. The proposal aims to improve drive-thru traffic, parking, and outdoor seating. Currently, the drive-thru line frequently backs up onto Business Lane.
Chico's In-N-Out plans cold ease drive-thru traffic woes

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

CHICO, Calif. - Change might be coming to the often congested In-N-Out drive-thru on Business Lane in Chico. Crews have begun clearing the former Krispy Kreme property next to In-N-Out, which closed in 2023. Community Development Director Brendan Vieg said In-N-Out has submitted a preliminary schematic indicating plans to use the Krispy Kreme property. The proposal aims to improve drive-thru traffic, parking, and outdoor seating. Currently, the drive-thru line frequently backs up onto Business Lane.
House fire in Gridley damages home; cause under investigation

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

GRIDLEY, Calif. - A house fire broke out early Wednesday morning on Dewsnup Avenue in Gridley, drawing a swift response from CAL FIRE. The fire started around 5:30 a.m., causing significant damage to the home. Heavy smoke and flames were reported by the first responders upon arrival. Crews worked for three hours to control and overhaul the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. *AI assisted with the formatting of this story.
New details released about 'Stop Work Order' at Enloe Health Cancer Center

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

CHICO, Calif. - Chico City Manager Mark Sorensen relased new details about the issues that prompted a stop work order at the Enloe Health Gonzales Cancer Center in Chico. Construction was paused due to concerns from city inspectors. A stop work order was issued on April 24. City officials did not publicly announce the work stoppage until May 21. City Manager Mark Sorensen explained that the pause was necessary to improve inspection records and engineering documentation.
Shasta County Supervisors to consider ending Elections Commission

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

REDDING, Calif. - The Shasta County Board of Supervisors is considering dissolving the county's elections commission. Created in September 2023, the commission aimed to restore trust in local elections. At Tuesday's regular meeting, the supervisors will vote on disbanding the commission. The elections commission meetings have been on hold since February 2025 due to a lawsuit against the registrar of voters. With several resignations, only two of the five seats are currently filled.
Three new wolf packs confirmed in Northern California

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

CHICO, Calif. - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed the presence of three new wolf packs in the state. This development adds to the growing wolf population across California. The Tunnison Pack, located north of Susanville, consists of two wolves. One female wolf, LAS32F, was born to the Lassen Pack in 2022, and a male wolf, DIS04M, hails from Oregon. They began traveling together in October 2024. North of Lassen Volcanic National Park, the Ash Pan Pack includes two wolves.
Teen arrested in Los Molinos for illegal guns in traffic stop

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

LOS MOLINOS, Calif. - Tehama County deputies arrested an 18-year-old after they said they discovered several firearms during a traffic stop in Los Molinos. The incident took place on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Deputies pulled over Cameron Hunter, 18, for speeding. During the stop, they found an AR pistol, a Glock .40 caliber handgun, two ghost guns, and multiple magazines in the car. Among the magazines were a 30-round magazine for the AR pistol and 50 and 30-round magazines for the handguns.
Three new wolf packs confirmed in Northern California

1 week ago | kdrv.com | Kelli Saam

CHICO, Calif. - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed the presence of three new wolf packs in the state. This development adds to the growing wolf population across California. The Tunnison Pack, located north of Susanville, consists of two wolves. One female wolf, LAS32F, was born to the Lassen Pack in 2022, and a male wolf, DIS04M, hails from Oregon. They began traveling together in October 2024. North of Lassen Volcanic National Park, the Ash Pan Pack includes two wolves.
Caught on Camera: Fugitive caught on rooftop after Redding officer pursuit

1 week ago | actionnewsnow.com | Kelli Saam

REDDING, Calif. - Michael Steele, a 32-year-old from Redding, was taken into custody following a foot pursuit with police on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was found on the roof of a home. Steele was the subject of an outstanding felony warrant related to a foot pursuit and weapons-related offenses.. On May 12, deputies from the Shasta County Sheriff's Office attempted to stop Steele near Oasis Road and Lake Boulevard in Redding. Steele fled on foot into a wooded area, evading a multi-agency search.