Floods are expected to hit Butte County over the winter. Here’s how residents can create a plan. Also, an Avalanche Watch has been issued for the region around Mount Shasta and parts of Siskiyou County as the North State is buffeted by heavy rain and snow this week, and Chico Chai shares its love of tea with Chico by opening a new Chai House on Par…

A long-lasting winter storm is set to hit the North State. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch and winter weather advisory, but says flash flooding is unlikely. Also, Chico is filled with hundreds of types of trees. More on the most likely species you’ll likely notice this fall, and with temperatures dropping a Chico-based nonprof…

Advocates are calling on landowners who can vote on the Tuscan Water District to cast their ballot against funding the groundwater management proposal. They say it unfairly favors large-scale, out-of-state landowners. Also, several flash flood warnings have been issued in the past few weeks. We hear from an expert about the National Flood Insurance…

The Chico City Council will bring back discussion about creating an ordinance for massage establishments in the city. The council chose to send the issue to internal affairs in September. Also, the Shasta County Board of Supervisors are being accused of violating the Brown Act and First Amendment rights of attendees and members of the press during …

A city-funded emergency homeless shelter in Chico is weighing its options after being told by the City of Chico that it would cost thousands of dollars to apply for a land-use permit. Also, NSPR has been speaking with those aiding in Camp Fire recovery. In today’s interview, Paradise Stronger Executive Director Aaron Singer talks about the importan…

Nov. 8 marked six years since the devastating Camp Fire. NSPR has been speaking with those working in recovery in the burn scar. Today, we hear from Scott Amick from Paradise Parks and Recreation District. Also, loose soils in the Park Fire burn scar are creating an ongoing flash flood risk during heavy rain, and artist Valerie Rose continues to pr…

Friday marked six years since the Camp Fire devastated many communities in Butte County. NSPR has been speaking with those aiding in recovery. In today’s interview, community organizer Teri Rubiolo shares her experience living and working in Concow. Also, an unknown number of unhoused individuals are being relocated after Redding city officials fil…

This past week marked six years since the devastating Camp Fire. NSPR has been speaking with those working in recovery. Today, we hear from Amy Rohrer, Valley Contractors Exchange director. Also, Butte County is warning residents of increased flood risk due to the Park Fire, and an investigation of conditions that led to the Shoe Fire found a Shast…

Today marks six years since the devastating Camp Fire. NSPR has been speaking with those working in recovery. Today we hear from Bruce Yerman, Director of Operations for the Camp Fire Collaborative. Also, at 11:08 a.m. NSPR will be joining the community for a moment of silence for survivors of the fire and the 85 people who lost their lives. And, w…

With two of Chico’s four city council races unofficially showing progressive candidates with a wide lead, current sole progressive Councilmember Addison Winslow weighs in on the possible new future of the council. Also, SkyCave Arts hopes to foster a collaborative environment where budding artists can explore their creativity alongside experienced …

Unofficial election results show two progressive Chico City Council candidates are leading their races. Watch parties for the Butte County Republican Party and Chico progressive candidates took place to celebrate their monthslong campaign efforts, and Butte County will likely implement a 1% sales tax.…

From state and local measures to the presidential race, Butte County locals say they’re ready for change. Also, Pacific Gas and Electric Company says it could shut off power to up to 22,000 customers due to dangerous fire weather conditions, and even though Election Day is today, we might not know the local or national results for some time.…

In Shasta County, signs encouraging residents to vote for local school board races have appeared in the area. The signs claim parents' rights are under attack, but nobody is quite sure who put the signs up in the first place. Also, Chico has received a $1 million federal grant to restore commercial air services to the Chico Regional Airport, and ni…

NSPR spoke with candidates running for the Chico Unified School District school board this fall. They spoke about the topics most important to them and how they would represent families and educators. Today we hear from Teisha Hase who is running for Trustee Area 3. Also, a student filmmaker from Chico details his opportunity to attend one of the b…

NSPR spoke with candidates running for the Chico Unified School District school board this fall. They spoke about the topics most important to them and how they would represent families and educators. Today we hear from Michele Cooper who is running for Trustee Area 3. Also, the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats in California has been …

NSPR spoke with candidates running for the Chico Unified School District school board this fall. They spoke about the topics most important to them and how they would represent families and educators. Today we hear from James Bishop who is running for Trustee Area 2. Also, a nonprofit will work with the Plumas Audubon Society next month to dispel h…

NSPR spoke with candidates running for the Chico Unified School District school board this fall. They spoke about the topics most important to them and how they would represent families and educators. Today we hear from Gayle Olsen who is running for Trustee Area 2. Also, parking will be free in downtown Chico for the holiday season between Thanksg…

The City of Chico announced plans to remove more encampments, but those camping there say they are not able to get in to open micro shelters at the city’s Genesis site. Also, California’s online voter registration deadline has passed, but that doesn’t mean those who aren’t yet registered can’t vote. Voters can still cast a provisional ballot in per…

NSPR spoke with candidates running for Chico City Council this fall. Today we hear from Mike O’Brien who is running against Mike Johnson for District 1. Also, Chico City Council member Addison Winslow is criticizing the way the city handled homelessness policy negotiations. He claims the city has refused to negotiate in good faith or make changes t…

NSPR spoke with candidates running for Chico City Council this fall. Today we hear from Mike Johnson who is running against Mike O’Brien for District 1. Also, supervisors approved an updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, which addresses disaster preparedness and recovery, and Chico will soon be getting an REI.…