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FPPC conflict-of-interest investigations; City Council seats that will be filled by the Nov. 3 election; the fight over the proposed solar farm; a new “work group” for AI and technology issues in Chico Unified School District.
California's Fair Political Practices Commission is investigating Councilmember Tom van Overbeek for allegedly influencing downtown redevelopment matters after recusing himself from related votes.
Chico’s Downtown Revitalization Project has led to another Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) investigation — this time involving Councilmember Tom van Overbeek. The state commission opened a conflict of interest investigation into van Overbeek on July 7, spurred by an August 2025 anonymous complaint.
The alleged Chico library shooter, Bradley Sayer, appeared in Butte County Superior Court in Oroville for his preliminary hearing today to waive the hearing. The case was pushed to 8:30 a.m. Nov. 12.
Explainer on November 3 election with three contested City Council seats; key issues include the expiring Warren v. Chico settlement and Measure H funding.
Gina Bax, engaged Chico resident speaking as an individual: Election season is here. Whether we are electing City Council members, school board trustees, or other public servants, I hope candidates put personal ideology aside and focus on the well-being of our entire community.
Three City Council seats (Districts 2, 4, 6) are contested in November 2026, with races shaped by debates over homelessness policy, downtown struggles, housing shortages, and Measure H spending between roads and public safety.
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