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Voter registration deadline for the California June Primary is May 18 CN&R interview with Assemblyman James Gallagher
May 11, 2026 0
Assemblymember and congressional candidate James Gallagher. Photo courtesy of Gallagher for Congress The District One congressional candidate talks about policies and politics By Ken Magri Editor’s note: James Gallagher, along with Audrey Denney and Mike McGuire, is running for Congressional [...]
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A Weekly Preview of North Valley Music, Entertainment and The Arts What’s going on? May 14–20
May 13, 2026 0
You’ve got entertainment right here. Chico News & Review has you covered with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for listings–all week long–in the Butte County area. [...]
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Voter Guide: June 2026 Primary
May 13, 2026 0
The California Primary is June 2. North State registered voters should have received their voter packets in the mail by now. Once again, this is a vote-by-mail election, with ballot drop boxes and voter assistance/polling centers located in each community [...]
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How will California’s next governor handle homelessness?
May 12, 2026 0
From left, candidates Tony Thurmond, Chad Bianco, Tom Steyer, Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra, Katie Porter, Matt Mahan and Antonio Villaraigosa stand on stage for the CBS California Gubernatorial Debate at Bridges Auditorium on the campus of Pomona College in Claremont [...]
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Wish comes true for local, free concert series
May 7, 2026 0
After funding set backs, “Live on the Lawn” performances have emerged in Children’s Park By Sam DeLong A nonprofit dedicated to supporting the arts in Chico, Sound Source, is moving forward with a free, outdoor concert series at Children’s Park [...]

A Weekly Preview of North Valley Music, Entertainment and The Arts What’s going on? May 7–13
May 6, 2026 0
It’s time to get out—no excuses! Chico News & Review will help you decide, with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for [...]
Incomplete: ‘Michael’ includes good moments and great performances—but the omission of abuse allegations is a problem
May 6, 2026 0
Jaafar Jackson in Michael. By Bob Grimm Michael, the new biopic about a certain musical superstar who messed up his face beyond recognition and had an unhealthy obsession with young boys, is a strange movie. [...]
One in 10 Cal State students face homelessness. Rapid Rehousing Program has helped many Chico State students
May 5, 2026 0
By Khadeejah Khan, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Nineteen hours after leaving Coachella Valley, Oscar Deleon Jr. stepped off a bus with four bags of clothes, $800, [...]
California Primary is June 2 CN&R’s interview with State Senator Mike McGuire
May 4, 2026 1
District One congressional candidate Mike McGuire at the No Kings 3 rally in Santa Rosa. Photo courtesy of McGuire campaign Congressional candidate from Geyserville introduces himself to North Valley voters in the newly drawn District [...]
Fear of ICE leaves Hmong Californians less likely to report hate incidents
April 30, 2026 1
Butte County’s Hmong Cultural Center has stepped up with support services By Macy Yang/Hmong Daily News Heightened federal immigration enforcement has raised concerns among immigrants, advocacy groups and policymakers about hate-based targeting of Hmong residents in California. [...]

A Weekly Preview of North Valley Music, Entertainment and The Arts What’s going on? April 30–May 6
April 29, 2026 0
Take a break from the routine and see what you’re missing. Chico News & Review has you covered with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit theCN&R’s FREE [...]
What do you think? Streetalk: What should be done to make downtown Chico more appealing?
April 28, 2026 1
Asked in Chico, near Lower Bidwell Park Denise CarayArtistMaybe more parking? But that might cause more problems. Overall, it’s not too bad to me. I guess I’m nonplussed about it, and I don’t go downtown [...]
What could a Republican governor get done in deep-blue California?
April 27, 2026 0
Experts say he would likely face a recall, but could still wield power through appointments, vetoes and regulatory boards. By Mark Kreidler/Capital & Main With the presumptive Democratic favorite, U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell, exiting the race, the possibility of [...]
Q&A: Graham Knaus: Counties Face “Structural” Crisis Under H.R. 1
April 24, 2026 0
California’s 58 counties sit at the center of the state’s safety net, quietly processing billions in healthcare and food assistance each year. Now, county officials warn that a federal law, H.R. 1 (the One Big [...]
Bloody good: Bob Odenkirk kicks yet more ass as a small-town sheriff in ‘Normal’
April 23, 2026 0
By Bob Grimm Bob Odenkirk continues his later-career transformation into an unorthodox action hero with Normal, a bloody small-town action thriller that gives him plenty of asses to kick—and blow up! Underrated director Ben Wheatley [...]

Societal collapse: The new ‘Lord of the Flies’ miniseries is a masterpiece, offering deeper looks at the main characters

Voter registration deadline for the California June Primary is May 18 CN&R interview with Assemblyman James Gallagher

A Weekly Preview of North Valley Music, Entertainment and The Arts What’s going on? May 14–20

Voter Guide: June 2026 Primary

How will California’s next governor handle homelessness?

Wish comes true for local, free concert series

Incomplete: ‘Michael’ includes good moments and great performances—but the omission of abuse allegations is a problem

One in 10 Cal State students face homelessness. Rapid Rehousing Program has helped many Chico State students

California Primary is June 2 CN&R’s interview with State Senator Mike McGuire

Fear of ICE leaves Hmong Californians less likely to report hate incidents

A Weekly Preview of North Valley Music, Entertainment and The Arts What’s going on? April 30–May 6

What do you think? Streetalk: What should be done to make downtown Chico more appealing?

What could a Republican governor get done in deep-blue California?

Q&A: Graham Knaus: Counties Face “Structural” Crisis Under H.R. 1

Bloody good: Bob Odenkirk kicks yet more ass as a small-town sheriff in ‘Normal’

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Voter Guide: June 2026 Primary

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Societal collapse: The new ‘Lord of the Flies’ miniseries is a masterpiece, offering deeper looks at the main characters

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What do you think? Streetalk: What should be done to make downtown Chico more appealing?