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The U.S. Drought Monitor is showing moderate drought and abnormally dry conditions across the North State as fire officials warn of a potentially severe wildfire season.
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Shows and Podcasts
May 20: Phil Hemanway & Michelle Dalton
To learn more about these poets, click on their names.
Nancy's Bookshelf: A difficult start to a new beginning
Only two months after moving to Chico, lecturer and author Linda Crill was diagnosed with cancer. Her experiences led her to write a book, Cancer InsideOut.
Chico to close unhoused camping site next January | Second report of misconduct by Shasta County registrar | Lassen County declares mountain lions public safety threat
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Chico councilors consider anti-camping rules | Parts of the North State enter drought | Fair Political Practices complaint filed against Chico council member
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Chico mayor responds to lawsuit | Fire conditions in valley | NSPR leader talks challenges
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday May 18, 2026.
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Chico Theater CompanyChico Theater Company’s production of “Once Upon a Mattress” brings music, comedy and an underdog princess to the stage through May 17. -
Chico Police Department/FacebookChico police have released new details about the fight that led to Terry Smith’s death outside the Oasis Bar and Grill in December. -
Screenshot by Andre Byik/NSPRA lawsuit led by former Chico Mayor Ann Schwab alleges Mayor Kasey Reynolds violated California’s Political Reform Act by voting on the Downtown Revitalization Project while owning a business in the project area. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRChico State theatre students will perform songs from Lady Gaga’s catalog this weekend in a showcase that doubles as a fundraiser for the theatre program. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from May 7 to May 10. -
Chico City Council/FacebookA steep sewer rate increase in Chico is now back under review. Here’s why the City Council reversed course and when new proposals could come forward. -
Mike McGuire/FacebookMike McGuire discusses how he’d represent the North State in Washington, focusing on healthcare access, wildfire risk and the economy as he runs for California’s open 1st Congressional District seat. -
James Gallagher/James Gallagher 3rd Assembly DistrictJames Gallagher discusses how he’d represent the North State in Washington, focusing on inflation, wildfire prevention and water storage as he runs for California’s open 1st Congressional District seat.
NPR News
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Barney Frank has died. The longtime Democratic congressman from Massachusetts brought new visibility to gay rights. He also helped craft significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
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Since 1966, companies have been required to send the federal government demographic data on their employees, part of an effort to combat discrimination. Under Trump, the data collection may end.
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Commencement speakers who bring up the sweeping changes that artificial intelligence is driving are facing boos from the Class of 2026. -
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with virologist Dr. Thomas Geisbert about the vaccine used in the Ebola outbreak of 2014 and the challenges for developing a vaccine for this current health emergency.
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The company is on track to pull off the largest IPO in history — making CEO Elon Musk even wealthier. -
President Trump showed his strength in Tuesday's primaries. In Georgia, both Republicans who will advance to the runoff for governor claim to be like him, even though only one got his endorsement.
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