Food Insecurity

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, October 31, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, October 30, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

The ongoing federal government shutdown could soon stop CalFresh food payments. North State residents say they’re already cutting back and worrying about how to stay healthy on a tight budget. Local agencies say they’re waiting on federal updates just like everyone else.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, October 27, 2025.

As federal cuts to SNAP take shape, North State families, food banks and farmers brace for a growing hunger crisis.

The woman shot and killed in Chico during last week’s police chase drew dozens of family members, co-workers, and friends to mourn the loss. Also, amid ongoing cuts to federal funding nationally, Butte County’s public health department is also bracing for impact, and Woofstock is this Saturday.

With increasing food prices and food insecurity throughout the nation, the need for food in Chico is also increasing. Some organizations hold consistent distributions despite ongoing costs. Also, the Chico State student killed in a murder-suicide last week will be remembered at vigils in Chico and Redding, and the Thursday Night Market is back in Chico again this evening.

A Chico City Council member is requesting a plan to make improvements at Bidwell Park. Also, the Chico Natural Foods Co-op is offering a 75% discount on California grown produce for those shopping with CalFresh benefits, and a six-page report from Chico city staff highlights several reasons why an hour of free parking is likely to cause issues downtown.

530 Food Rescue Coalition is the “Uber of Food Rescue.” It saves food that would otherwise be thrown away and gives it to nonprofits to distribute to residents in need.