Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Chico. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Oroville couple faces 39 felony counts of animal cruelty after police rescued 38 neglected dogs and a deceased puppy from their Fallbrook Avenue residence—Brandi Lee Jacobs is held on bail while authorities plan to re-arrest Jose Bartolo Martinez Jr. after a paperwork error. KRCR
- ➤ After last week's rescue of 38 dogs from alleged severe neglect in an Oroville home, efforts continue to nurse the abused animals back to health plus the Northwest SPCA works to manage its overcapacity while adoption fees are waived to help rehome them. Action News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artists are using pizza boxes to make art for the new Pizza My Art show at Chico Art Center — the fundraiser will help support local art programs. Action News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ S&L Recycling will hold a grand opening on Friday for a new recycling center on Highway 32 where residents can earn money by trading in their cans and bottles. Action News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chico crews cleared 48 homeless camps Monday from three sites along the Lindo Channel, between North Cedar Street and Depot Park, and at Community Park. At the Lindo Channel site, 12 of 24 residents had been offered shelter before either refusing help or leaving for bad behavior—crews also found hazardous items such as batteries, needles and propane tanks. Action News Now
- ➤ Construction is progressing on the North Valley Fiber Project—an initiative to bring high-speed internet to underserved areas in Butte County, with work starting in the Chapmantown neighborhood on June 25 in Zone 1 and July 21 in Zone 6. The project will eventually serve over 9,000 addresses and first customers are expected to connect by October 1. KRCR
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chico native Kurt Kitayama won his second PGA Tour event by edging Sam Stevens by one stroke at the 3M Open on July 27. He shot a final round 65 after tying the record with a 60 on Saturday—boosting his FedEx Cup standing and improving his world ranking. KRCR
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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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Movies in the Park: Wonka
6-10 p.m. — DeGarmo Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical movie night under the stars with family-friendly activities and delicious treats.
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Hazy Little Happening: Smokey the Groove & Blü Egyptian
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Big Room — Free entry — Celebrate the last day of 'Hazy Little Happening' with live performances from local bands.
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Joe Samba and Wheeland Brothers Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Tickets from $23.62 — Enjoy a night of lively music with Joe Samba and Wheeland Brothers in Chico!
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