Good morning, Chico.

On October 24th, Action News Now bid farewell to reporter Margot Rowe after nearly three years of covering local news—such as flooding, wildfires, and court cases—across Northern California.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony opened the new Community Resilience Center at Bethel AME Church in Chico yesterday—local officials and community members gathered to mark the center’s launch.

This weekend in Chico brings a mix of arts and community events as MONCA hosts the Veteran Voices NOW exhibit through Nov.

30 and The Mastermind film runs at the Pageant Theatre from Oct. 24 through 26 while Frankenstein with a live orchestra and a Pumpkinhead contest start today—families can also join costume and craft activities at Chico Marketplace Mall at noon.

High school students from 19 schools gathered at Metal Works in Oroville on Friday for Steel and Wheels Day where they learned welding, steel work, and safe use of heavy machinery.

Teachers chose five students per school—providing hands-on experience and live demonstrations like laser cutting—while inspiring some to consider a career in the steel industry.

Chico completed a ten year $13 million transportation project that upgraded the historic Esplanade with a new 1.2 mile bike path and improved signal timing at 11th Avenue & Memorial Way.

City leaders said the project, funded largely by state & federal sources with local contributions of $4.8 million, will increase safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, and students.

At Hooker Oak Park on Friday, October 24, the CCAA Cross Country Championships returned for the first time in 12 years as Chico State's men's and women's teams won the 8K and 6K races.

The men's win marked their 23rd consecutive title and the women's was their 15th in 17 years—both led by stars Mario Giannini and Iresh Molina.

The final segment of Week Nine for Under the Lights aired on Oct 24 — it showcased top plays and the big Plays of the Week nominations that highlighted key moments for local sports fans.

Chico High Panthers bounced back from an Almond Bowl loss by defeating the Shasta Wolves 40-10 on Friday night, overcoming a recent defeat to Pleasant Valley High School.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

6:30-7:29 p.m. — Chico Women's Club — Tickets selling fast — Experience Halloween classics performed by candlelight in an enchanting setting.

Chico Rotary's Surf & Turf Fundraising Dinner

5-10 p.m. — Silver Dollar Fairgrounds — Check ticket prices online — Indulge in unlimited steak and lobster while enjoying live music and supporting local projects.

Live Music with Off The Record

7-10 PM — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy electrifying 80s rock and dance hits with Chico's own Off The Record.

John Craigie Keep It Warm Tour 2025

6-10 p.m. — Paradise Performing Arts Center — Presale password KEEPITWARM25 — Enjoy an evening of music with John Craigie and the Coffis Brothers back in Paradise.

Jared Hovis Annual Show

7-10 p.m. — Tackle Box — Presale tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Nashville artist Jared Hovis and opening act Harlan in a festive country music atmosphere.