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Here’s what’s happening in the Chico area from April 2 to April 8.
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Shows and Podcasts
Best of Blue Dot: On the frontiers of philosophy and physics: a conversation with Caltech's Chip Sebens
Host Dave Schlom is joined by California Institute of Technology Philosophy Professor Chip Sebens for an engaging look at how philosophical thought and methodology can help unravel the mysteries of modern Physics.
Democrats challenge Trump voting order | Student loan borrowers face SAVE Plan changes | Chico road projects underway
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, April 3, 2026.
Cultivating Place: Pansies! It's What's for Spring! with Brenna Estrada
Brenna Estrada is the owner and founder of Three Brothers Blooms, a flower farm located on 2.5 acres of Camano Island in the Pacific Northwest.
Snowpack collapse raises fire concern | SBA loans restricted for non-citizens | Paradise animal shelter reopens
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: Clashing cultures and a divided nation
In "Nations Apart," journalist Woodard argues that America's deep political divisions stem from historically rooted regional cultures.
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Erik Adams/North State Public RadioMillions of demonstrators are expected to take to the streets on March 28 to protest President Donald Trump and his administration. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from March 26 to April 1. -
Terry Pierson/MediaNews Group/The Press-Enterprise via Getty ImagesAs heat becomes a year-round reality, California is often still responding like it’s an emergency. In the field, health providers fundraise for one basic need that grants can’t buy. -
Dai Sugano/Bay Area News GroupHomelessness prevention shows promising results in California, as advocates push to spread it statewide and nationally. -
Alyssa JadeA musical of six choir students whose lives are cut short in a freak accident is debuting at Paradise’s Theatre on the Ridge. -
Erik Adams/NSPRThe state is seeking $38 million in damages for the December 2024 arson fire. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from March 19 to March 23. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from March 12 to March 15.
NPR News
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On his new album of songs written for the vocal group Roomful of Teeth, Gabriel Kahane imagines a hotel populated by eccentric guests. This story first aired on All Things Considered on April 3, 2026.
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The Church of the Holy Sepulchre has endured many wars at Easter. This year, as it faces another one, pilgrims have stayed away.
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Sunday afternoon's women's college basketball title game is set. South Carolina will take on UCLA in a battle pitting the SEC against the Big Ten.
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In Norway, Easter is celebrated by reading crime fiction. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe investigates this holiday tradition with author and former homicide detective Jorn Lier Horst.
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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks former State Department energy envoy David Goldwyn about oil and gas prices as the war with Iran continues.
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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Meredith Alloway, who directed the new movie "Forbidden Fruits," and Lola Tung, who stars in it.
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