Good morning, Chico.

A Butte County judge declared Gridley man Hugo Cardenas not guilty by reason of insanity after he admitted to killing his mother on March 25 by stabbing her 40 times because he believed she was an impostor of the devil during a mental health crisis & he will face a placement hearing on May 25 to be committed to a secure state hospital while awaiting a jury trial to assess his sanity.

Chico residents will celebrate diversity and inclusion at Park Avenue Palooza on Saturday, May 10—enjoying live music, delicious food and supporting local artisans with tickets available now.

Tim Heinze, a business professor at Chico State (with nearly twenty years of teaching experience), was named Outstanding Teacher in the 2024–25 Outstanding Faculty Awards for his energetic lessons that mix real-world skills with classroom theory and help students win competitions and secure internships.

The Neal Road Waste Facility in Butte County plans to upgrade its site with a new scale house and landfill expansion—aimed at cutting wait times and securing long-term waste management benefits.

The planned changes will streamline operations and promise smoother service for users.

In a 10 to 4 vote on Wednesday night, the California State Assembly Utilities & Energy Committee passed an amended AB 942 that will reduce net energy metering credits from a 20-year to a 10-year compensation period for solar customers who installed panels before April, as Pacific Gas & Electric said the bill would lower energy bills while critics warned it breaks contracts & could lower home values.

AMA Pro American Flat Track Race

8:30 p.m. — Silver Dollar Speedway — Affordable tickets available — Experience the thrill of American Flat Track racing on an exciting night at the speedway.

American Flat Track Racing

3:30-7:30 a.m. — Silver Dollar Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling motorcycle races at the renowned speedway in Chico.

The Cedar Grove Scamper

8-10 a.m. — Cedar Grove Picnic Area and Meadow — Registration fees apply — Race through the scenic trails of Chico in this community 4-mile run.

Race Night #2

4 PM — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Included with fair admission — Experience thrilling races with 360 Winged Sprints and Hobby Stocks.

Silver Dollar Fair Tractor Pulls

5-11 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Admission included with fair ticket — Experience the thrilling power of tractors pulling heavy loads at this exciting event.

Jackie Greene Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Tickets available without service charge — Jackie Greene returns for another special show at the intimate Women’s Club.

Swing for Change: CAA Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Community Action Agency is raising funds to support underserved populations in Butte County in a tee-rific golf tournament, Swing for Change! Tickets include a free golf shirt, a goodie bag, lunch, and chances to win amazing prizes all while golfing for a good cause!