Good morning, Chico.

Paradise Wildfire Insurance is hosting an open house for residents needing help with insurance.

The event offers expert guidance for those seeking coverage.

Chico celebrated Arbor Day on April 24 when the City Council proclaimed National Arbor Day and honored 42 years as a Tree City USA, while the Public Works Tree Division partnered with local groups to plant 25 trees at parks across the city.

Brook Gordon of Paradise High was crowned Miss Gold Nugget Queen 2026 at the Paradise Performing Arts Center on Apr.

24, and Action News Now covered the local celebration.

On Apr. 24, the Gold Nugget Queen Pageant crowned a high school girl as queen to launch Gold Nugget Days in Chico.

The event (part of an annual celebration) set the tone for upcoming community festivities.

Chico State hosted Earth Day tours at its university farm that showcased regenerative agriculture and practical farming methods.

Student ambassadors guided visitors through livestock units, crop fields, and research areas — a living laboratory for hands-on learning — to connect classroom theory with real-world practice.

Chico State will host a bullying-and-hate conference where community members learn strategies to stop harmful behavior; Action News Now Producer Ariana Powell said details will follow.

Residents can drop off waste tires at the Chico Airport parking lot today+ the service offers eco-friendly disposal+ ensuring proper waste management in the community.

Butte County Public Health will test Big Chico Creek for E. coli O157 in early May—water samples will be sent to the State Water Board lab and results are expected in several weeks, with potential mid-summer testing if samples are negative.

Residents are advised to use caution in natural waterways.

At South Pines Disc Golf Course, 135 professional players compete in the Shasta Series Regional Disc Golf Tournament today — showcasing the sport's fast growth.

A nonprofit revamped the former ball golf course after the 2018 Camp Fire, creating a community hub for disc golf.

Chico Wildflower Ride & Festival

12 PM – 6 PM — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Entry fees vary — Enjoy a vibrant family festival followed by scenic cycling routes for all ages.

Jerry & Dawg Revisited

6:30-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the re-creation of the Garcia Grisman sound with original members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin.

Do The Crawl de Mayo

4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a bit early with a lively pub crawl featuring contests and vibrant fiesta vibes.

El Rey Prevue Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Fundraiser event — Experience an exciting preview of the El Rey Theatre with music, comedy, and community.

Chico Sports Cards & Pokémon TCG Expo

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Chico — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in the exciting worlds of sports cards and Pokémon TCG with fellow enthusiasts in a vibrant community atmosphere.

The Cedar Grove Scamper - 4 Mile Race

8-10 a.m. — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — Check website for entry fee — Participate in a scenic 4-mile run featuring both Open and Master's Divisions.

Blü Egyptian at Sierra Nevada Big Room

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Early access tickets available — Experience the energetic fusion of Rock, Funk, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Electronica from the acclaimed Blü Egyptian.

Music for Mental Health

4-8 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy live music while supporting mental health initiatives in the community.