Good morning, Chico.

A fire broke out just after 2 a.m. on Bruce Lane in South Chico when the homeowner returned to find her living room burning—firefighters quickly controlled the blaze despite heavy property damage and one cat dying, and authorities are investigating the cause.

A 13-year-old Chico teen admitted to attacking an international Chico State graduate student on July 15 using a knife and a tree branch — he remains in juvenile hall pending sentencing on Aug.

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Chico awarded over $38,000 in arts and culture grants—16 groups including art galleries, dance theaters and radio stations received funding from one percent of the transient occupancy tax on hotel guests and short-term vacation units.

The City of Chico is exploring new approaches to help homeless people who decline offered services+city officials will gather input to shape a new outreach plan, with more details expected soon.

Enloe Health in Chico announced it will partner with Butte Home Health and Hospice before closing its home health and hospice services on October 31—this collaboration will offer patients skilled nursing, rehabilitative care and hospice care after hospital discharge.

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.

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.

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.

Tommy Castro and the Painkillers at The Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

7-9:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Tickets go on sale July 11th — Experience the legendary blues guitarist live on his 'Closer To The Bone' tour.

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.

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!

Stories by Starlight

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Chico Community Observatory — Free admission — Experience an enchanting night of celestial storytelling and music beneath the stars.

The Record Company Live

6-7:30 p.m. — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. — Check for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sounds and family-like bond of The Record Company during their Big Room debut.

Aaron Wolf’s My People Tour

7-11 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of music with Aaron Wolf, Triple Tree, and DJ Cootdog at a family-friendly show.