Good morning, Chico.

A new Disaster Response and Humane Education Center opened in Anderson yesterday to shelter up to 200 pets during emergencies + wildfires.

The center, partly funded by a $2.5M settlement from the 2020 Zogg Fire, eased evacuation concerns for pet owners.

Chico parade organizers met with city officials (including City Manager Gillian Haen) to explore reviving the 37-year Parade of Lights.

Details have yet to be finalized, and the event may not return this year.

PG&E safety shutoffs have reduced outages as power returns, with Butte County now reporting about 800 customers without power & Paradise fully restored while Tehama and Shasta counties see nearly all customers back.

Customers can check PG&E’s outage map for updates.

A local law firm warns that Halloween may expose trick-or-treaters to hazards like unlit porches and uneven walkways, urging property owners to secure their buildings to help prevent injuries.

Today the Walk to End Alzheimer's begins in Bidwell Park from 9 a.m. to noon with Kelli Saam hosting the 33rd annual event and urging locals to register, fundraise and join the fight against dementia.