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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Northern California and Children First Foster Family Agency will host the first United for Children cornhole tournament on July 26 at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico — the event will raise funds for at-risk and homeless youth and support disaster relief, health, education and financial stability. Teams may join the Expert Cornhole Champions division for $70 or the Family-Friendly Cornhole Classic division for $50 with cash prizes for top finishers, and tickets are on sale now. Action News Now
- ➤ North Valley Boys and Girls Club is marking 30 years of service by providing after-school and teen programs at 10 locations in Butte and Glenn counties — celebrating a long-term commitment to local youth. Action News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury on Friday convicted Timothy Weichert of first-degree murder in the killing of Daniel Niles and of the attempted murder of a woman he strangled two days later. Action News Now
- ➤ Chico police rescued a woman on Thursday around 7 a.m. after she alerted a passerby she had been taken at knifepoint and arrested (34-year-old) suspect Missael Ledezma on charges of kidnapping, false imprisonment and domestic violence. KRCR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge blocked the 314-acre Stonegate development in Chico after ruling that federal approval was unlawful because agencies skipped required consultations on vernal pool impacts and the threatened giant garter snake— local environmental groups and officials noted the decision came after a lawsuit challenged the approval process. The project cannot proceed until a comprehensive environmental review is completed— the ruling emphasizes the need to protect sensitive habitats. Action News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Butte County Public Health expanded a no-swim advisory from Sycamore Pool to Big Chico Creek on Friday after tests confirmed E. coli O157 and several children were hospitalized. Officials are working with the CDC and state agencies to test water and sediment—aiming to ensure safer conditions for future recreational use. KRCR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, crews trimmed knee-high grass and began cleanup at the historic Matador Motel on 1934 Esplanade as new owners plan to turn the property into a boutique hotel. Cleanup will finish in about four days—followed by roughly 10 weeks of renovations. Action News Now
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Summer Volleyball Mini-Camp
8-10 a.m. — Oak Way Park — Registration required — A short camp to enhance volleyball skills with instruction from a seasoned pro.
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FUNK-tion FEST
10 AM – 2 PM — Chapman Park — Free entry — Celebrate with lowriders, DJs, food trucks, and family fun at this vibrant community fest.
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Hed PE Live Concert
7:00–10:30 p.m. — Tackle Box — Tickets from $24.21 — Experience the energetic sounds of punk rock with Hed PE in Chico.
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STRFKR Concert in Chico, CA
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic pop and innovative new sounds from STRFKR as they promote their latest album, Parallel Realms.
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Greg Loiacono & Stingray Live
8-11 p.m. — Argus | Bar + Patio — Ticketed event — Experience a night of genre-blending music featuring Greg Loiacono's new project Stingray.
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Beer Scouts Live at The Commons
8-10 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free show — Experience high-energy rock and blues from San Francisco's Beer Scouts as they cover classics and perform original tunes.
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