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North State Public Radio

A daily podcast from NSPR featuring the news of the day from the North State and California in less than 10 minutes. Hosted by NSPR Staff, and available at 8:30 a.m. every weekday. Read today’s stories at mynspr.org

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27:50

Park Fire: What to expect this weekend, behavioral...

NSPR Headlines ·

2024/08/03

Special coverage — Right now the northeast side of the perimeter, near the Mill Creek area, is the main concern on the Park Fire as critical weather conditions are expected. Also, a local assistance center is being set up for Park Fire survivors. It opens Monday. And we hear from evacuees about their experience and what they returned home to in the wake of the fire.

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9:28

Some say prescribed burns could have prevented the...

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2024/08/02

The City of Chico has a prescribed burning plan that includes parts of Bidwell Park. Some question whether the Park Fire might not have grown so intense or spread as far if there’d been a prescribed burn near the gully where it started. Also, evacuees have been telling NSPR about their experiences leaving and what they returned home to in the wake of the fire. And a changing weather pattern near the fire is concerning officials. As dry winds and triple digits return to the North State, experts are

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27:48

Park Fire: What can the 2021 Dixie Fire tell us about...

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2024/08/02

Special coverage — Today we hear from Zeke Lunder, fire analyst and founder of the-lookout.org, about the parallels of the Park Fire and Dixie Fire that hit the North State three years ago. Both took off quickly, then went somewhat dormant. But the Dixie Fire ended up flaring up again, going on a “rampage” about two weeks later. The Park Fire has been less active the past few days, but a changing weather pattern has officials concerned for tomorrow and the weekend.

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8:09

Residents returning after Park Fire are being warned...

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2024/08/01

Firefighters are working to mop up hotspots in communities, but Butte County’s fire chief says they don’t always get them all. He’s warning residents to be cautious when repopulating areas the fire burned through. Also, Tehama County’s sheriff says he’s taking a ‘no nonsense stance’ on anyone going behind fire lines, and when a wildfire superheats PVC pipes they can release the carcinogenic chemical benzine into the water supply. Following the Park Fire, many in Forest Ranch have had their water

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8:49

Park Fire: Forest Ranch water shut off in preparation...

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2024/08/01

Special coverage — Many residents in Forest Ranch don’t have access to drinkable water following the Park Fire. Some have had their water shut off entirely, while others are under a boil advisory. That’s because the water could be contaminated by benzine, a carcinogen released from superheated pipes. Also, many residents in the North State are worried about air quality in the region due to smoke from the fire. We hear from public health. And we speak with Paradise resident Beth Spellman about her

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27:28

Park Fire: Officials say upcoming weather could pose...

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2024/08/01

Special coverage — Officials have been responding to the Park Fire for a week now. We bring you the latest update. Also, many residents in the North State are worried about air quality in the region due to smoke from the fire. And we’ve been speaking with those evacuated from the fire. In this episode we hear from Paradise resident Natalie Hurst about her experience choosing to leave the town when it was under an evacuation warning.

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5:11

Residents impacted by Park Fire may be eligible for...

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2024/07/31

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced insurance protections for those impacted by the Park Fire. He also reminded residents about common aid available through their insurance policies. Also, we get an update on Forest Ranch where residents have been returning home after being evacuated, and officials say they’re opening a local assistance center next week for those impacted by the fire.

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22:21

Park Fire: Local assistance center being...

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2024/07/31

Special coverage — Butte County Supervisor Doug Teeter, whose district covers both Cohasset and Forest Ranch, says the county is working to support the community with a local assistance center similar to the one created for the 2018 Camp Fire. Also, the man suspected of starting the Park Fire was charged with arson yesterday, and the North Valley Animal Disaster Group has helped rescue and shelter more than 150 animals from the Park Fire.

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21:45

Park Fire: Insurance help, returning to Forest Ranch

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2024/07/31

Special coverage — The California Department of Insurance said if those affected by the Park Fire have insurance it may help with evacuation and relocation costs. Also, we head to Forest Ranch, where residents there were able to return home yesterday after an evacuation order for the area was downgraded. And we hear from NSPR staff about how the station’s KCHO transmitter was almost burned in the fire.

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5:56

Butte County Grand Jury finds conditions ‘appalling’...

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2024/07/23

The Butte County Grand Jury has released its annual report, which includes investigations into Chico's homelessness policies. It found the city responsible for neglect and unsanitary conditions at its sanctioned encampment for unhoused residents. The report also found over the past decade the city has not addressed the homelessness crisis properly and instead took an “adversarial” stance to try and encourage unhoused residents to leave the city. Separately, the jury found inadequate funding has

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4:57

Anderson Union School District president says board...

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2024/07/22

Jackie LaBarbera, board president of the Anderson Union School District, announced that the district would continue its current policy requiring school officials to inform parents when a student requests a change to their records, including requests to change their gender identity or sexual orientation. Also, tribal and conservation groups are advocating for national monument status for the Medicine Lake Highlands in Siskiyou County, and there are now more restrictions on fires in Lassen National

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5:31

Chico councilors clash over city’s decision to...

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2024/07/19

We’re continuing to cover the city of Chico’s announcement this week that it hopes to change the terms of Warren v. Chico — a settlement agreement that outlines its homelessness policy for clearing encampments. In a letter responding to the city, the law firm representing the unhoused plaintiffs in the 2021 case pushes back. Also, Councilmember Tom van Overbeek says he supports the city’s move to challenge the settlement and says Councilmember Addison Winslow is incorrect about the details. And

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13:35

City pursues changes to Warren v. Chico agreement,...

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2024/07/18

The city of Chico wants to change the conditions of Warren v. Chico, a major settlement agreement that outlines its policies on removing homeless encampments in the city. We hear from Mayor Andrew Coolidge and Councilmember Addison Winslow.

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4:28

Public health confirms clear water test for city of...

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2024/07/17

The Butte County Public Health Department says lab tests of water at the city of Chico’s sanctioned encampment have come back clear of contamination. Also, the majority of council seats are close to the end of their four-year terms. New candidates can begin the candidacy process this week, and the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District announced that West Nile Virus is now active in Butte County.

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9:22

Homeless advocates concerned about widespread stomach...

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2024/07/16

Widespread cases of diarrhea have been reported at the city of Chico’s alternative campsite on Eaton and Cohasset Roads. The illness has caused advocates to push for better conditions at the city-sanctioned encampment for unhoused residents. Also, as the nation reacts to the assassination attempt of former president Donald Trump, North State residents are speculating about what it means for the upcoming election, and the Oroville City Council is revisiting a program that could reduce electricity

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6:36

California leaders share thoughts after Trump shooting

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2024/07/15

After an attempted assassination of Donald Trump on Saturday, California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congressman Doug LaMalfa flocked to social media to voice their reflections about the shooting. Also, numerous people at Chico’s alternative campsite off Easton and Cohasset roads have reported being sick with diarrhea for weeks. NSPR visited the site and found unsanitary conditions, and researchers at Chico State worry a recent Supreme Court ruling

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5:51

City of Chico testing for potential bacteria at...

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2024/07/12

The city of Chico is looking into reports of potential contamination in water at its sanctioned alternative campsite for unhoused residents. Also, a fast-moving grassfire in Butte County yesterday prompted evacuations. Forward progress was quickly stopped, but Cal Fire says it’s another reminder to be ready to evacuate, and California has ordered insurance companies to keep policies in place for those affected by the Thompson Fire.

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5:41

Judge orders city of Chico to release information...

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2024/07/11

The city of Chico is being ordered to release information surrounding the 2017 police killing of Tyler Rushing. Also, health officials are urging the public to get vaccinated against the newest strains of COVID-19, and as a prolonged heat wave continues in the North State residents may struggle to pay their electricity bills.

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9:15

Interview: More than heat, UV radiation is something...

NSPR Headlines ·

2024/07/10

With record-breaking temperatures scorching the North State this summer, residents are being warned to avoid exposure to direct sunlight. But it's more than just heat, UV radiation can also be dangerous. Also, Chico residents addressed Warren v. Chico before the city council went into a closed session meeting, and the Chico branch of the Butte County Library will now be open on Wednesdays for the next six months.

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5:47

Thompson Fire now fully contained

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2024/07/09

Officials announced full containment of the Thompson Fire yesterday and said residents should stay ready to evacuate possible future fires. Also, Butte County fire survivors now have a hotline they can call to get information about resources, and California voters will face 10 state-wide propositions in this fall’s general election.

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