Local Government

Although fine particle pollution has decreased statewide, researchers say historically disadvantaged communities still face disproportionate impacts.

Additional damage inspections were completed over the weekend for the Park Fire, increasing the number of buildings destroyed to 709. Also, a site that will contain 30 micro shelters for unhoused residents will open later this year in Oroville, and more on the origin story behind La Flor de Michoacán, the ice cream shop with the most locations in Chico.

City staff and council members decided to form a committee to further address homelessness in Oroville.