Editorial
Editorial: System failure
We don’t blame the 36 downtown business owners who signed on to a letter that was sent to city officials and local media in May to alert them to the fact that their customers were […]
Articles by CN&R
Opinions
Streetalk: What do you think of the new downtown parking kiosk/app?
Asked in downtown Chico Julie Hollandprofessor I really hate them. I just don’t trust them. I think they’re very inconvenient. I also think they’re not accessible for people who are not tech-savvy, and I drive […]
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the editor: July 5, 2023
Parking blues Re: Guest Comment: “Parking Meter Fiasco” (By downtown Chico business owners) Thank you for “Parking Meter Fiasco.” The old parking meter system was troublesome, but this new system is terrible. I shop in […]
News
Sacramento Kings sued by LGBTQ couple alleging assault and discrimination
By Jared D. Childress The Sacramento Kings recently released a statement commemorating Pride month that listed their efforts to be inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community. However, a local gay couple says it’s just “lip service.” […]
News
California honors Tyre Nichols at a place he loved, which now bears his name
By Samin Vafaee Nestled in North Natomas, the 42-acre Regency Community Park brings people down windy concrete trails and through lush, green open spaces. Visitors encounter dog parks, sport courts, playgrounds and an array of […]
News
Chico summer checklist
Sure you’re going to Sycamore Pool and the Friday Night Concert. Those are easy. But will you stake out the hidden treasures of neighborhood markets and assorted pop-ups? Will you finally make it out to […]
Opinions
Streetalk: What’s on your summer bucket list?
Asked at Naked Lounge Hailegna BurozBarista I intend on going to Europe. I’m going to go to Portugal. Valerie RoseASL instructor I want to stay inside and play Tears of the Kingdom. B. ComfortUnit host […]
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the editor: June 1, 2023
Parking meter fiasco Dear City of Chico (City Manager Mark Sorensen, Chico City Council, et al.), We the undersigned business owners of Downtown Chico are writing in response to the new kiosk parking system installed […]
News
Homelessness, death and the future: A regional battle over bill to stop loopholes in eviction law
By Scott Thomas Anderson Tenants from around California converged on the State Office Building in Downtown Sacramento Wednesday to implore lawmakers to pass SB 567, also known as the Homelessness Prevention Act. The bill is […]
Arts & Culture
Hot tomato
It’s May, and the initial tomato frenzy has died down. The nurseries have sold the bulk of their tomato starts, and most are likely in the ground, already showing several blossoms. Your tomato plants no […]
Editorial
Editorial: The double-edged sword of AI in journalism
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a popular topic in the field of journalism. While it can bring numerous benefits, it can also have negative impacts if not implemented appropriately. One of the most significant positive […]
Opinions
Streetalk: What are you planting in your garden?
Asked in downtown Chico. Stephanie Roseuniversity employee Right now? Green beans, zuchinni and maybe some tomatoes [in my] back yard—up in Paradise. Claire Renarphotographer/student Well, I rent and my back yard’s a mess. We do […]
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the editor: May 2, 2023
Charity with justice Re: Editor’s Note: “Commitment” (By Jason Cassidy, April 6, 2023) Editor Jason Cassidy lauds the Chico Housing Action Team (CHAT) program and quotes founder Bob Trausch: “If you see a problem, you […]
News
Bike Issue 2023
Bicycle races are coming your way, so forget all your duties, oh yeah—“Bicycle Race,” Queen This special issue might be a month early for National Bike Month (which is May), but it is just in […]
Editorial
Editorial: Unsafe politics
In this week’s news feature (“A home for drag”), Ashiah Bird shines a light on Chico’s vibrant drag scene. The performers interviewed share how this inclusive, supportive community offers a safe forum for self-expression and […]