Shasta Dam

A recent federal budget bill included $2 billion for surface water storage. Experts say it’s likely meant for a controversial plan to raise the Shasta Dam. Critics argue the cost, effectiveness, and environmental impacts don’t add up.

A red flag warning has been issued for the Sacramento Valley and portions of the foothills. Also, endangered chinook salmon are moved above the Shasta Dam to cooler water, and six people were injured Friday after a bull escaped from the Redding Rodeo’s bull riding event.

A long-awaited study on raising the height of Shasta Dam and increasing the size of the 70-year-old reservoir was released to Congress Wednesday.The…