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From Action News Now, mynspr.org and 3 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Action News Now2 hours ago

    Bidwell Park observatory gets fresh coat of paint

    Local volunteers from the Chico Rotary Club and Chico State’s CAVE group helped improve community spaces in Chico last week, including repainting the Chico Observatory and laying mulch at Depot

  2. Action News Now3 hours ago

    Downtown Chico plaza closed 2 weeks for ice rink setup

    Downtown Chico’s city plaza is closed for the next two weeks for installation of this year’s ice rink, which will reopen at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12 and remain open

  3. Action News Now3 hours ago

    Museum of Northern California History picks new leader in Chico

    The Museum of Northern California History, or monca, has selected Erica Hill as its new Executive Director, and she will be introduced to the public at a free Meet and

  4. Action News Now3 hours ago

    Pentz Road lane closures begin today in Paradise — here's what to know

    PG&E is beginning underground utility work in Paradise that will cause lane closures on Pentz Road through July, with daytime traffic control and periodic overnight detours.

  5. Action News Now4 hours ago

    Chico students parade in Halloween costumes at Shasta Elementary

    Shasta Elementary School in Chico held its annual Halloween parade, featuring costumed students, candy, and school spirit as officials described it as a highlight of the year.

  6. Action News Now7 hours ago

    Chico swimmers celebrate championship titles, record-breaking performances and top honors

    Chico High boys, Pleasant Valley girls win Masters swim titles.

  7. Action News Now7 hours ago

    Monday morning's Top 5 Stories: Monday, Nov. 2, 2026

    Kelli Saam has this morning's top 5 stories, including the installation of the Chico City Plaza Ice Rink and the search for a missing Butte County man who vanished 6

  8. Action News Now11 hours ago

    Unsolved Mystery: Missing Cohasset man's wife pleads: 'Help us bring him home'

    Anthony Sterrett, 40, has been missing since April 12 after he tried to retrieve a friend's car from a remote area of Tehama County wilderness. His family needs your help.

  9. mynspr.org11 hours ago

    Gallagher faces tough reelection fight | Chico City Council to vote on homelessness rules | Immigration enforcement raises voter intimidation concerns

    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday Nov. 2, 2026.

  10. Action News Now14 hours ago

    Straight From The Source: Seth Watts

    Seth Watts says bears are his spirit animal This Butte County local is the influencer behind black_bear_pursuit, a social media account featuring a network of hundreds of trail cams across

  11. Action News Now21 hours ago

    Local swimmers shine at Masters meet with top honors

    Local high school swimmers wrapped up their season at the Masters Swim Meet, with Pleasant Valley High taking 1st place in the boys division and Foothill High claiming its first-ever 1st place finish in the girls division. Holden Campos, named NSCIF Boys Swimmer of the Year, hit state qualifying times in both the 100 breaststroke and 200 individual medley, while Chico High's Marina Perry earned NSCIF Girls Swimmer of the Year after an undefeated season.

  12. Action News Now21 hours ago

    Chico families celebrate Día de los Muertos at local cemetery

    Dozens of families gathered at the Chico Cemetery to celebrate Día de los Muertos, with Chico High's Ballet Folklórico Club performing traditional regional dances, music, and elaborate costumes to mark the occasion.

  13. The Orion23 hours ago

    Chico State volleyball haunted by 3-0 sweep on Halloween

    The Chico State Wildcats’ volleyball team dropped another game to the undefeated and No. 4 ranked Fresno Pacific Sunbirds in straight sets. One week after losing to the Sunbirds in an intense five-set match, the ’Cats looked to get revenge on their home court. Unfortunately, the Sunbirds proved why they were a ranked team, taking…

  14. The Orion23 hours ago

    Downtown Chico’s National Yo-Yo Museum

    An oversized yo-yo statue made of wood stands in the back of a popular store in Downtown Chico, but how many people know about its history? The National Yo-Yo Museum is part of a multi-tenant building ...

  15. Action News NowYesterday

    CAL FIRE Butte County celebrates academy grad headed to Paradise

    Congratulations to Zak Marasti, a CAL FIRE/Butte County firefighter, on graduating from the Company Officer Academy in Ione. He will now serve as a Fire Apparatus Engineer at Station 35 in Paradise.

  16. Action News NowYesterday

    Butte County fire captain retires after decades of service

    After decades of service with CAL FIRE/Butte County, Fire Captain Matt McKenzie has officially retired. From volunteering in his early days to commanding operations throughout the Butte Unit, McKenzie leaves behind a legacy of leadership that his fellow firefighters say will not easily be forgotten.

  17. Action News NowYesterday

    Butte County K9 teams train for sharper patrol skills

    Butte County Sheriff's K9 teams are sharpening their skills this week, with Deputy Miller and Sgt. Chamness training at the Sutter County Range and Deputy Sharp completing his basic handler

  18. Action News NowYesterday

    Butte County Sheriff's Office welcomes 2 new deputies

    The Butte County Sheriff's Office welcomed 2 new members to its team this week, as Sheriff Honea swore in Lateral Deputy Marquise Williams and Correctional Deputy Dakota Portwood. Both deputies

  19. Sacramento News & ReviewYesterday

    Can this film change our understanding of the climate and migration crises?

    Josh Fox fueled the fight against fracking with his documentary Gasland. His latest film, The Welcome Table, sends a potent message on climate and immigration. It follows victims of wildfires, like the 2018 blaze that nearly wiped the town of Paradise, California, off the map, floods and hurricanes.

  20. FOX40Oct. 31

    From Colusa to MLB radar: Ethan Lay turning heads at Sacramento State

    Sacramento State pitcher Ethan Lay is turning heads and drawing MLB interest this season in the WAC. From a small town in Colusa to Chico State and now Sac State, Lay has worked his way onto the national radar. Hear from Lay and head coach Reggie Christiansen on his rise and what’s next.

  21. The OrionOct. 31

    Madison Bear Garden holds Chico Unplugged

    Madison Bear Garden once again brought Chico State students together for an unforgettable night of live music. As students walked up to the second floor, the event had a never-ending feeling of welcome and safety; everyone was there to support. Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m., Madison Bear Garden hosted an open mic night for...