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Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Local veterans gathered Monday at Brusie Funeral Home to honor decorated veteran Bob Mulholland with a Patriot Guard escort as his body traveled toward Arlington National Cemetery for burial on Jan. 23. A Chico celebration of life is set for Feb. 21 at Harvest Hall at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds.  Action News Now

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Chico firefighters responded around 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 19 to a home on Glenn Haven Drive when a furnace caught fire — they quickly extinguished it.  Action News Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Chico State professor Arash Negahban discussed recent unrest in Iran, citing a shutdown of communication that has left him unable to contact his family for over 10 days amid economic collapse and rising violence. He stressed that the Iranian people differ from their government.  Action News Now
  • Chico State professor Arash Negahban discussed his family's struggles in Iran on Monday, Jan. 19, noting that persistent communication shutdowns added to the fear amid violent unrest + his interview offers a personal look at the challenges faced.  Action News Now

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Chico paid tribute to late veteran and strategist Bob Mulholland during an escort on Jan. 19 when he was taken to Sacramento — his farewell before the funeral at Arlington National Cemetery on Jan. 23. A remembrance gathering is set for Feb. 21 at Silver Dollar Speedway's Harvest Hall.  KRCR

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Max Minardi Live Performance

    6-8 p.m. — The Barn at Meriam Park — Free entry — Experience folk-pop melodies and heartfelt storytelling from singer-songwriter Max Minardi.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • Fundraiser Dance Event for Roman Martinez

    9-11:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — Donations Accepted — Dance the night away to live music while supporting Roman Martinez's battle with neuroblastoma.

    Sat, 1/31/26

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  • Locals Night with The Funnels, Slide Tackle, and DELIAL

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Lost on Main — $10 at the door — Enjoy a high-energy night of local music featuring beloved Chico bands.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • 3rd Annual Pizza My Heart Class

    6-8 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — $60 per couple — Enjoy a hands-on Valentine’s Day pizza-making class for couples and friends.

    Tue, 2/10/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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