Natasa Bansagi
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Six new cases of COVID-19 in Butte County
Butte County Public Health reported six new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday. The last update, released on Friday, reported 34 cases. For the latest cases in the Northstate, follow the case tracker on our website. → Read More
Most new COVID-19 cases in Butte County linked to Oroville
Public health officials said most of the new cases of COVID-19 in Butte County are in the Oroville area. Officials said they expected an increase in cases with a higher testing capacity and more places reopening. They want to remind the public, however, to prevent the spread of the virus by washing your hands often, staying at least six feet apart and wearing a face covering, among other… → Read More
Yaks in Redding closes for good during pandemic, saying they "picked the wrong year"
The economic impact of the pandemic has forced Yaks in Redding to shut down for good. In a post on Instagram, the company announced the permanent closure, saying they picked the wrong year to open a business and would try it again at a later time. The message was also seen in a sign on the business' door on Hilltop Drive. The business drew large crowds in January when it opened a Redding… → Read More
City leaders share details on how $37.5M will be distributed during pandemic
Small businesses will get help from a $37. 5-million economic response package in Redding. On Thursday, city leaders and the chamber of commerce held a news conference to lay out how the money will be distributed to residents and businesses. "The city can't come in and solve the entire problem, but we can certainly help. → Read More
Sierra Nevada breweries closed for a week, company set to reconfigure restaurants
Sierra Nevada's Chico and Mills River taprooms will be closed through Sunday, March 22, the company said on social media Sunday. The move comes amid the Coronavirus pandemic, which has prompted numerous event cancellations as well. The company says that as of Sunday, March 15, the Chico and Mills River taprooms, tours and gifts shops will be closed, as well as the Berkeley Torpedo Room. → Read More
Downtown shuttle offers alternative as parking structure demolition gets underway
As parking gets tighter in downtown Redding, a new mode of transportation is on the way. Wednesday morning workers were fencing off the south parking structure, which is now closed ahead of heavy demolition set to begin next week. Meanwhile, a five-passenger free electric shuttle will be coming to the area. The shuttle is called DASH, which stands for Downtown Area Shuttle Service. There will be… → Read More
What you need to know about the changes coming to downtown Redding
There are several changes coming to downtown Redding. Here's what you can expect: Downtown parking structure. The south parking structure, bordered by Placer and California Streets, will be closed Wednesday, March 4 ahead of demolition. → Read More
10+ ways to celebrate the holidays in the Northstate this weekend
The holidays are in full swing in the Northstate. Here are 10 ways you can celebrate this weekend: 1. State Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on Thursday in Sacramento: The 88th annual California State Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on the West Steps of the State Capitol in Sacramento beginning at 5 p. m. on Thursday, December 5. 2. Redding Tree Lighting on Friday: Redding's… → Read More
Redding Electric Utility responds to outage during storm
Redding Electric Utility (REU) is responding to a power outage near Freebridge Street and Smile Place. In a tweet, REU said crews are working to find out the cause, magnitude and estimated duration of the outage. This is a developing story, check back for updates. → Read More
Deputies: Man assaults brother, arrested at gas station in City of Shasta Lake
A man was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon after reportedly attacking his brother during an argument in the City of Shasta Lake. Around 7 p. m. Thursday, deputies with the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area near the 13000 block of Beacon Street for reports of shots fired. The victim told authorities that his brother, Terry Fannin, 56, had assaulted him with a blunt… → Read More
Man arrested for felony DUI after crash in Anderson
An Anderson man was booked for felony DUI after police said he didn't stop at a stop sign and crashed into another vehicle. It happened around 6:15 p. m. on Tuesday near Stingy Lane and Balls Ferry Road. Police said Preston Williams, 43, was driving eastbound on Stingy Lane, didn't stop at the stop sign and hit a Toyota Prius. The people inside the Prius were injured, then treated and released… → Read More
Hay truck fire blocks Highway 299 east of Bella Vista
A hay truck fire has blocked part of Highway 299 Friday morning. It happened about four miles east of Bella Vista on Highway 299. Officials expect the road will be closed until 5 or 5:30 a. m. Cal Fire said the fire was caused by a mechanical issue. The driver was not injured. He was traveling from Cedarville. Avoid the area if you can. → Read More
Man arrested for shooting toward neighbor while drunk in Shasta County
Deputies arrested a man in Anderson Sunday night after he reportedly shot toward his neighbor while drunk. Officials identified the suspect as 62-year-old Charles Richard Anderson II. It happened around 6:30 p. m. in the 5700 block of Balls Ferry Road in Anderson. Deputies said Anderson's next-door neighbor called authorities from behind a trailer to report that Anderson was yelling and shooting… → Read More
Man sentenced to life in prison for torturing infant son
The Shasta County District Attorney's Office said Michael Salvadore Pappalardo was sentenced on Thursday to life in prison for the torture of his infant son. In a Facebook post, the office said Pappalardo "described having an uncontrollable urge to cause their son pain. " The District Attorney's Office said the child's mother called police after the suspect confessed to her. The child was… → Read More
Red Bank Fire Monday Update: 50 percent contained at 8,838 acres
Containment and acreage remained the same on the Red Bank Fire Monday morning. As of Monday morning, the fire was 50 percent contained and had burned 8,838 acres. The fire was started by lightning Thursday afternoon about 25 miles west of Red Bluff. Two structures were destroyed in the fire. Evacuations were in place but have since been lifted. Officials are expecting favorable fire weather… → Read More
Traffic collision blocking westbound Highway 44 near Sundial Bridge
Part of westbound Highway 44 is closed near Downtown Redding Wednesday morning. As of about 8:50 a. m. , the Auditorium Drive exit is closed. One lane of westbound traffic is open. There are at least three vehicles involved. Several ambulances are on scene. This is a developing story, check back for updates. → Read More
Fire damages home on Table Mountain Boulevard in Oroville
Fire damaged a home Friday morning on Table Mountain Boulevard in Oroville. The fire broke out around 5:30 a. m. just off Highway 70 and 149. Firefighters said it was an electrical fire in the attic. They said the homeowner attempted to turn off the breaker box instead of calling 911. The fire was already burning for a while before crews got there. Firefighters will remain on the scene for… → Read More
Southbound I-5 north of Anderson blocked by overturned big rig
Southbound I-5 just north of Anderson is blocked early Thursday morning due to an overturned big rig. The incident started around 11:19 p. m. on southbound I-5 just north of North Street. The CHP said traffic is being diverted at Riverside to southbound Highway 273, and that drivers will be able to get back on at Deschutes. There is no estimated time of reopening, but as of about 1:30 a. m.… → Read More
Deputies: No threat after Snapchat shooting post about Butte County school
A 16-year-old Las Plumas High School student has been arrested after deputies said he added a threatening caption to a video showing firearms. Deputies do not believe there is any credible or imminent threat to Las Plumas High School or any other local schools Wednesday morning. According to the Butte County Sheriff's Office, reports came in at 10:15 p. m. Tuesday of a Snapchat cellphone video. → Read More
Deputies look for missing man in Trinity County
Deputies are looking for a missing man in Trinity County. William Elliott, 73, was last seen or heard from on August 5. Family members contacted deputies on August 11 to report Elliott missing. Officials said Elliott no longer has a permanent residence in the area, but that he had moved to the Lewiston area several months ago. Trinity County Sheriff's Office deputies said Elliott's vehicle was… → Read More