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What to know about the Chico City Council election

What to know about the Chico City Council election

Does your vote matter? Well, yes, and here’s why
Three of the seven Chico City Council seats will be on the November ballot in a race that could shape the city’s direction on homeless policy, development, budget allocation and affordability. The City Council is the city’s legislative body. The seven members vote on ordinances, budget, and policies, while also directing city staff. Voting for City Council members can make …

AB 2222 needs the governor’s signature!

AB 2222 would create a refundable journalist employment tax credit that strengthens local news outlets and community coverage across California. And it would be paid for by conforming  California’s tax deductions on executive compensation over $1 million with federal law.

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Upset community members clash with solar farm developer

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Council votes to further ALPR audit at cost of $6,000

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Chico PD confirms ICE access, data loss in new report

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October 6, 6:00pm Chico City Council
Location: 421 Main St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
October 20, 6:00pm Chico City Council
Location: 421 Main St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
October 27, 9:00am Butte County Board of Supervisors
Location: 25 County Center Dr suite 205, Oroville, CA 95965, USA
November 3, 6:00pm Chico City Council
Location: 421 Main St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
November 17, 6:00pm Chico City Council
Location: 421 Main St, Chico, CA 95928, USA

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What happened to free speech at Chico State?

What happened to free speech at Chico State?

ChicoSol runs guest commentary and analysis on Mondays. In early 2025, a social media post advertised a sit-in protest at …
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Chico PD granted ICE, Border Patrol, access to its ALPR data

Chico PD granted ICE, Border Patrol, access to its ALPR data

The Chico Police Department says it has shut off license plate reader data sharing that, until July 8, appears to …

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