Chico Mayor opposes Butte County housing shortage bill; Assemblyman responds

Chico Mayor Randall Stone opposes Assemblyman James Gallagher's Camp Fire housing bill designed to speed up construction projects in its current form. Stone said the city council has not reviewed the bill's language. Assemblyman Gallagher responded saying Chico does not need to be in the bill if the mayor does not want it to be.

Crews continue to clean up storm debris in Shasta County

It has been eight weeks since the big storm and snow in Redding and crews are still cleaning up storm debris. If you know of an area crews need to focus on next you can make a request online by CLICKING HERE and looking under the public works section.

State legislative committee to consider 2 opposing bills on police shootings

Tuesday, a state legislative committee will consider two opposing bills on police shootings. One of the bills, which is considered a "first in the nation," would allow police to kill only if there is no reasonable alternative way to de-escalate. The other would require police departments to have policies on when officers should use non-lethal de-escalation.

Gas prices rising nationwide 

Gas prices are rising nationwide and especially in California. Experts said the state's problems center on unplanned refinery issues and normal routine maintenance before the summer, travel season.

Man arrested on identity theft charges, more than 40 potential victims

The Butte County Sheriff's Office arrested James Dye on identity theft charges. The office said he stole checks and information from more than 40 victims, including Camp Fire victims. Deputies are searching for Ashley Buck in connection to the crime. 

Red Bluff student arrested in connection with a school-shooting threat

Police arrested 18-year-old Thomas Trotter at Red Bluff High School for making terrorist threats. Police said he told a classmate there would be shooting at the school Monday.

City officials propose new homeless shelter location in Chico

Tuesday night, Chico City Council will discuss opening a new homeless shelter near downtown Chico. The proposed location is on Orange Street, near Depot Park. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. in the Chico City Council chambers.