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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A fast moving fire destroyed the Orland home of Phil Golia (a local football coach, active National Guard member and Purple Heart recipient who had lived there for 15 years) on May 27, and everyone escaped safely while neighbors rallied with a GoFundMe to assist the family's immediate needs. Action News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Chico Fire Department responded to a reported propane smell near West Lassen Ave. and Carlene Place on Wednesday morning—air monitors later confirmed the chemicals were from insecticide rather than propane by 12:36 p.m. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A prescribed burn in Magalia along Rambling Way has been postponed due to recent rain making conditions unsuitable, CAL FIRE said. The 50 acre burn will be rescheduled when weather conditions improve. Action News Now
- ➤ Northstate agricultural officials found the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter on Costco plants, warning it can spread Pierce's disease. Residents who bought grapevines or citrus plants since April 21 must cover their plants with two garbage bags+contact the agriculture department for safe removal. KRCR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Butte County Fire Safe Council is taking over the free gravel grant program from Rebuild Paradise that helps eligible residents add gravel to the first five feet of their homes for wildfire defensible space. Approved residents will get next-step instructions by the end of June. Action News Now
- ➤ Chico's new Fire Chief Wes Metroka took command yesterday and will boost staffing levels to reduce overtime for 60 firefighters. The Paradise High School grad, with 28 years of firefighting experience in Paradise and Chico, aims to ease overtime burdens on his crew — an effort set to begin soon. Action News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Licensed cosmetologist Kara Roman advises using non-comedogenic, paraben-free makeup and washing your face when you get home to remove daily pollutants, and she recommends organic skincare—toner, moisturizer, and powder-based SPF—to protect skin health. Action News Now
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Big Mo Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Barn at Meriam Park — Cost info not listed — Experience the energetic sounds of Big Mo and his big band in a charming Chico venue.
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Friday Night Concert Series in Chico
6:30-8:00 p.m. — City Plaza, 132 W 4th St, Chico, CA — Free entry — Enjoy free live music and a community picnic under the stars this summer.
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Chalk It Up For Charity
10 AM - 4 PM — Lassen Cidery — Free entry for kids — Enjoy competitive sidewalk chalk artistry with prizes, food trucks, and live music!
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