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Residents voiced concerns about the gear being used against protesters. Some mentioned President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis, where federal agents shot and killed two U.S. citizens in January.
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California sets 2040 water supply target | Orland to get new youth mental health facility | Congressman proposes cap on state gas taxes
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.
Nancy's Bookshelf: A closer look at AI
Author Harry Steven Ackley‘s novel offers a fresh perspective on AI.
Chico residents question police military gear | Funding approved for LaMalfa special election | Butte eyes $300K to fight hunger
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
Extra funds requested for June special election | McGuire responds to campaign attacks | Chico PD advisory board deadline approaching
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.
Tariff ruling could affect North State economy | What’s next for Chico Unified’s AI cameras | Has avalanche risk dropped?
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.
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Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from February 12 to February 18. -
Claudia Brancart/NSPRAfter nearly 30 years at Broadway and Third, downtown Chico’s Starbucks is preparing to leave. Customers are surprised, and a neighboring business worries about losing foot traffic as storefront shutdowns continue. -
From an interactive photobooth to local vendors offering one-of-a-kind products, this year’s Lunar Market hopes to bring together everyone looking for a place to spend Valentine’s Day. -
Rebecca Blackwell/AP PhotoFlu cases are surging across the North State, pushing emergency rooms to see more walk-ins and hospitalizations. Butte County’s health officer Dr. Jarett Beaudoin says some young children have been seriously ill, and two flu-related deaths have been reported in the county. -
Rich Pedroncelli/AP PhotoPresident Donald Trump has endorsed Assemblyman James Gallagher in the race to replace the late Rep. Doug LaMalfa. Here’s what Gallagher and his opponent are saying, and what comes next. -
Marty O'ReillyBlending his sound of folk, soul and raspy blues, Marty O'Reilly plans for a year of touring and a new album after his brief debut on ‘The Voice.’ -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from February 5 to February 11. -
Jaymi Lunda/InstagramThe Chico Theater Company is presenting “Hello, Dolly!” The Broadway musical has been winning audiences since 1964.
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U.S. and Iranian officials will meet Thursday for a third round of talks after President Trump warned of an alleged Iranian threat during his State of the Union address.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with John Bolton, a national security advisor in President Trump's first term, about the prospect and risks of pursuing regime change in Iran.
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Months after NPR reported on the Pentagon's efforts to sever ties with Scouting America, efforts to maintain the partnership have new momentum -
Many farmers have had to fallow land as a state law comes into effect limiting their access to water. There's now a push to develop some of that land … into solar farms. -
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt about his spat with President Trump, immigration and the future of the Republican Party.
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Customers want to read reviews and businesses need reviews to attract customers. But the constant demand for reviews could be creating a feedback backlash, experts say.
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