The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Dec. 29.
Three fire stations in Butte County shuttered for the winter
This month, the Butte County Board of Supervisors voted to reduce a contract with Cal Fire by $700,000, temporarily closing a partnership called the Amador program at three stations. The program meant Cal Fire firefighters staffed Butte County stations during the winter season. Stations closing or reducing services include Harts Mill Fire Station 62 in Berry Creek, Stirling City Fire Station 13, and Jarbo Gap Fire Station 36.
— Jamie Jiang, NSPR
Winter storms to bring rain, snow and potential for flooding
A series of winter storms are set to hit the North State this week through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. They will bring rain to the valley and snow to the mountains, along with a risk of flooding. The chance for winter storms will also continue into early next week. Emergency officials are urging residents to be cautious of driving on inundated roads.
— Alec Stutson, NSPR
California politicians sit on millions in leftover campaign funds
A new investigation from CalMatters found there are nearly 100 politicians across California sitting on $35 million in leftover campaign funds. That’s because California law allows former politicians to use old campaign cash to pay down debts or pay legal and consulting fees. They can contribute the money to other candidates or to political parties. Read the full story.
— Ben Christopher, CalMatters
Project underway to deliver water to state’s bighorn sheep
California’s bighorn sheep population will soon be getting some help in dealing with the state’s drought. A project is underway to build nearly 100 artificial watering holes for bighorn sheep in San Bernardino, Riverside and Inyo counties.
— Keith Mizuguchi (KQED), The California Report
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