Chico, California

Tina Peters hiring plan draws Senate scrutiny | Chico sets ALPR camera discussion | Chico approves police pay increase

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol, Anthony Vasek

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026.

Residents take turns on the mic at the Chico City Council meeting in Chico, Calif. on Aug. 18, 2026.

'Take them down’: Chico residents call for removal of license plate reader cameras

Claudia Brancart

The calls come as Chico investigates whether police violated state law by sharing license plate reader data with ICE and other out-of-state agencies. The City Council is expected to take up the cameras next month.

Chico settles $325K excessive-force lawsuit | Watchdog urges end to license-plate reader contract | Shasta registrar seeks convicted former Colorado clerk

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.

Chico talks anti-camping rules | Camp Fire survivors to be paid less than owed | NSPR Continuity Host Alisa Tousey bids farewell

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol, Matt Fidler, Angel Huracha

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.

The Nor Cal Roller Derby team during a bout in 2025.

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Cal Skate closure leaves Chico roller derby and skating clubs without a rink

Angel Huracha

New ownership and renovations may result in the loss of event and practice space for both clubs.

Continuity Host Alisa Tousey on her final day at the station in Chico, Calif. on Aug. 6, 2026.

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NSPR’s Alisa Tousey signs off

Angel Huracha

Tousey reflects on her time at the station and her future endeavors.

An encampment on 1st and Main streets in downtown Chico, Calif. on Friday, August 14, 2026.

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Stricter rules against camping in public spaces could soon be coming to Chico

Claudia Brancart

City staff is suggesting councilors update the municipal code to tighten enforcement of encampments once the Warren v. Chico homelessness settlement expires in January.

Butte County West Nile death reported as activity rises | California monitors 12 active wolf packs | Bug Fire burns 2 people in Lassen County

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.

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Timeline for Chico police license plate data sharing investigation | Oroville community raises concerns over Flock cameras | NorCal Roller Derby season cut short

Erik Adams, Claudia Brancart, Andre Byik, Ken Devol, Angel Huracha, Anthony Vasek

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

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Chico police shared license plate reader data with ICE. What happens to the cameras now?

Claudia Brancart

Chico’s investigation into police sharing license plate reader data with federal and out-of-state agencies is expected to wrap up in early September. The findings could help determine the future of the city’s 27 cameras.