Five things to know about police returning to Chico schools
Officers are expected to be deployed in 2027. Their return was heavily debated by parents, teachers and administrators.
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Saturday, October 24
Chico nonprofit buys historic downtown El Rey Theater, with plans to give it new life
Save the El Rey nonprofit secures funds to purchase the downtown Chico theater. They plan to preserve the building and host film screenings, plays and other events in the future.
Friday, October 23
Quick reads — Planned power shutoffs likely in Butte and Shasta counties as fire danger is forecasted to spike
Short headlines and local updates from across the North State and California.
Thursday, October 22
Weekend picks: Blue Room - Back From The Dead, Pumpkinhead 2026 & Creatures of the Night - A Drag Halloween Cabaret
Here’s what’s happening in the Chico area from October 22 to October 25.
Wednesday, October 21
Election 2026: Where the Assembly District 3 candidates stand on water, wildfire and Sacramento Democrats
Republicans Dom Belza and Jamie Johansson compete for Assembly District 3, emphasizing wildfire prevention, water rights, and energy costs in the Chico-to-Red Bluff region.
Election 2026: How Gallagher and McGuire differ on Trump, wildfires and the economy
California's redrawn 1st Congressional District favors Democrats, putting Republican James Gallagher's seat at risk just months after he won it. The outcome could also help determine which party controls the House.
Chico passes stricter anti-camping laws to take effect early next year
Chico City Council passed tougher anti-camping ordinances that will begin enforcement in January 2027 after the Warren v. Chico settlement expires.
Police are returning to Chico schools. Here’s why
The Chico Unified school board approved bringing officers back to high schools and some middle schools on Wednesday. It’s part of a grant-funded effort led by Chico Police to crack down on marijuana use on campuses.
Police officers could return to Chico schools | Eaton Fire response lawsuit | Suspicious letter sent to Rep. Huffman
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday Oct. 21, 2026.
Tuesday, October 20
Quick reads — Chico announces downtown deep clean
Short headlines and local updates from across the North State and California.
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