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Still trashy: ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake fails by taking itself too seriously

September 4, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm I was part of the generation who watched the legendary, purposely bad Troma Entertainment films like The Toxic Avenger upon their initial release. I remember renting the original one on a Friday night back […]

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What’s going on? Sept. 4–10

September 3, 2025 CN&R 0

Still a huge variety of summertime events to explore! Chico News & Review brings you highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for […]

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Fight show: Bob Odenkirk is back to kick more ass as Hutch Mansell in ‘Nobody 2’

August 28, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm Bob Odenkirk takes—and throws—a lot of punches again as Hutch Mansell in Nobody 2, a fun follow-up to his surprise turn as an action star in the 2021 original. Until he let the fists […]

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What’s going on? August 28–Sept. 3

August 27, 2025 CN&R 0

The entertainment dam has burst this week and shown here is just a sampling! Chico News & Review has much more of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the […]

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Frightening to the far reaches: Upcoming Legacy Stage Fringe Festival in Chico features singing, storytelling and the world premiere of a horror musical

August 23, 2025 CN&R 0

By Odin Rasco Chicoans looking for entertainment this Labor Day weekend are sure to be spoiled for choice, as the Legacy Stage Fringe Festival is returning for its second year, bigger and better than before. […]

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Big, bright King Salmon hitting on the Feather River: A guide to all the splashing action around Oroville

August 21, 2025 CN&R 0

By Dan Bacher For the first time in three years, anglers have been able to fish sections of the Feather River, American River and Mokelumne River for salmon. Since the opener on July 16, the […]

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What’s going on? August 21–27

August 20, 2025 CN&R 0

School’s in session and so are a lot of extracurricular activities. Let Chico News & Review help you find what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online […]

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Just before Ripley: The new ‘Alien: Earth’ TV series is off to an excellent start

August 19, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm Some film/TV franchises never die, and a few actually get some new life and energy with the passing of the decades. In the case of the hallowed xenomorph, things are going strong […]

Weekly picks

What’s going on? August 14–20

August 13, 2025 CN&R 0

This week, check out something new. 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 all […]

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Wurlitzer looms large at Oroville’s State Theater

August 12, 2025 CN&R 1

Silent era films shows the power of music in creating the atmosphere By Ken Magri The historic Oroville State Theater was filled last Sunday for a special showing of old silent movies accompanied by live […]

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Streetalk: What’s the best free or inexpensive local concert you’ve been to recently?

August 11, 2025 CN&R 2

Asked at the Thursday Night Market, downtown Chico Danielle GimbalMusic CopyistOne of the most amazing free concerts I’ve seen in Chico recently was tonight, seeing Andre Thierry at La Salles at the Thursday Night Market. […]

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What’s going on? August 7–13

August 6, 2025 CN&R 0

Summer celebrations continue! Chico News & Review will find you one, or many, with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for all […]

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What does the giant alcohol shake-up mean for Chico?

August 5, 2025 CN&R 0

By the CN&R Staff The California booze business just descended into chaos, though mainstream publications have been slow to pick-up on the story, and many remain oblivious to it altogether. However, if you’re someone with friends […]

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What’s going on? July 31–August 6

July 30, 2025 CN&R 0

What show? Deep-dive details here on this week’s picks. Plus, Chico News & Review has you covered with highlights of all the other events at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s […]

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Marvel is again marvelous: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ is a stylish, funny return to form

July 30, 2025 CN&R 0

By Bob Grimm The summer of 2025 should be remembered as the time when both the DC and Marvel universes gave themselves much-needed resets. Superman got things back on the right track for DC, while The Fantastic Four: […]

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