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North State unlikely to see major winter wildfires | Newsom releases state budget proposal | Insurance companies required to cover more wildfire prone areas

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, Jan. 13.

In today’s episode:

Experts say current conditions suggest the threat of large wildfires in the North State this winter is low, although there is always some risk.

Also, the 2025 state budget is largely balanced, with a moderate surplus and funds in reserve.

Plus, new regulations from California's Department of Insurance aim to ensure more Californians in wildfire prone areas will have access to commercial home insurance plans.

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Emily is a writer and teacher with a master’s degree in Rhetoric, Literacy and Composition from Chico State. She is overjoyed to join the team at NSPR as a Digital News Assistant and share her passion for words, news, and the arts with the local community.
Anthony started his student internship with NSPR in October 2024. He is a freshman at Chico State University pursuing a Bachelor's degree in journalism.
Adia White is a broadcast journalist and producer with nearly 10 years of experience. Her work has appeared on WNYC, This American Life, Capital Public Radio and other local and national programs. She started at North State Public Radio as a freelance reporter in 2017 before leaving for a stint at Northern California Public Media in Santa Rosa.