Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chico's Animal Shelter is at full capacity due to a national crisis, attributing high pet ownership costs, housing restrictions, and a veterinarian shortage as key factors. North State Public Radio
- ➤ Chico residents are encouraged to participate in a HUD survey by January 31, 2025, to influence affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization efforts. Action News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are investigating a fatal fire at a mobile home in Chico, where one person was found deceased. KRCR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Chico is considering expanding free parking after a trial period during the holiday season was praised by local business owners for increasing customer traffic, as stated by Councilmember Tom Van Overbeek. KRCR
- ➤ The North State Regional Strategy, led by California State University, Chico and the Sierra Institute, seeks public feedback to advance economic, environmental, and community prosperity in Northern California by January 2025. Chico State Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Five-year-old Elias Wolford, who was injured in a school shooting, shows significant progress in his recovery, achieving the ability to sit up and showing improvements in leg strength, according to his grandmother Debbie Wolford. KRCR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ All the Bitter, a pioneering non-alcoholic tasting room with over 200 beverage options, opens in Chico, offering an inclusive experience for those moderating alcohol consumption or seeking alternatives. Action News Now
SHOP NEWS
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Frost or Fog Running Event
The Frost or Fog event features a 10-Mile, 1/4 Marathon, and 5K race at Five Mile Recreation Area in Chico.
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Holly Taylor's Jazz Trio Performance
Enjoy a live jazz performance by Holly Taylor's Jazz Trio at Secret Trail Brewing Company.
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Chico Cars & Coffee Monthly Gathering
A free, community-oriented gathering of car enthusiasts held at Starbucks on the first Saturday of each month.
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15th Annual Chico Seed and Scion Swap
The Chico Seed and Scion Swap is a community event for exchanging seeds and scions, promoting biodiversity and local gardening.
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Concert by Peter Wilson at Mulberry Station Brewing Company
Peter Wilson will perform live at Mulberry Station Brewing Company in Chico, CA.
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Larry Hernandez and Alemi Bustos Concert
This event features performances by Larry Hernandez and Alemi Bustos at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico, California.
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Chad Bushnell Live Performance
Chad Bushnell will perform live at Tackle Box Bar & Grill in Chico, California.
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