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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Late Sunday at around 11:25 p.m., a single-car crash near Skyway and Pentz Road injured a man, a woman, and a 10-year-old who were taken to Enloe Hospital while police arrested driver Devrick Ward on charges including DUI causing injury, child endangerment, resisting arrest, and domestic violence—he had refused a chemical test. Action News Now
- ➤ A candlelight vigil was held yesterday at Children's Park in Chico to honor 84-year-old Dolores Sakamoto and her 64-year-old daughter Vivian Luna—who vanished a year ago after leaving town, with their car found in Shasta County in March and human remains discovered nearby, as investigators continue their search for answers. Action News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chico State was awarded a $1.5 million TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education to expand support for low-income, first-generation students and those with disabilities—helping improve college retention and graduation rates while building on a 25-year legacy of the program. Chico State Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 3rd, the Department of Water Resources issued a caution advisory for Lake Oroville's Middle Fork after staff spotted an algal bloom. Officials said tests found no toxins but they will keep checking the water and ask people to avoid contact with the algae. KRCR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Butte County Search and Rescue team spent the weekend training at Thermalito Afterbay using their new drone to drop flotation devices for swimmers in distress—technicians also practiced safe jumps from helicopters hovering 10 feet above the water. Action News Now
- ➤ Chico drivers should expect delays on Highway 32 as crews begin overnight work between West Sacramento Ave and West 9th Street from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The road rehabilitation project, part of a $43 million investment, will run for the rest of the month—motorists should plan to take alternate routes. Action News Now
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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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