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A daily podcast from NSPR featuring the news of the day from the North State and California in less than 10 minutes. Hosted by Sarah Bohannon and Andre Byik, and available at 8 a.m. every weekday morning. Read today’s stories at mynspr.org

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    Latest episodes from NSPR Headlines

    Shasta registrar race nears end as Measure B showdown looms

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 6:21


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, June 12, 2026.

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    Red flag warning triggers power shutoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 5:08


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, June 11, 2026.

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    Gallagher says goodbye to California Assembly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 4:55


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

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    Red-flag fire conditions prompt power shutoff warnings in North State

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 6:48


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

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    Shasta County weighs AI use in government offices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 5:44


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, June 8, 2026.

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    In depth — Gallagher, McGuire look ahead to November

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 6:22


    James Gallagher has won the special election to replace Doug LaMalfa in Congress. But the bigger political fight may still be ahead. NSPR takes a closer look at Gallagher's likely November matchup with Democrat Mike McGuire and how California's new congressional map could reshape the race.

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    Why James Gallagher could head straight to Congress after California District 1 special election

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 6:33


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, June 5, 2026.

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    You'll soon be able to park in downtown Chico for free

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 5:54


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, June 4, 2026.

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    Gallagher projected to win special election, advances in District 1 primary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 7:27


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

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    California voters head to the polls as turnout builds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 6:04


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

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    Redding red light camera tops 9,000 tickets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 4:47


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, June 1, 2026.

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    Judge denies request to void Chico mayor's downtown project vote

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 5:33


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, May 29, 2026.

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    Shasta County's prosecutor shortage reflects a growing national crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 6:14


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, May 28, 2026.

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    Butte County warns California budget could force rural counties to cut local services

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 6:44


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

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    Tracking California's 1-million-acre wildfire prevention target

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 5:11


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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    Fire weather concerns linger next week despite cooler holiday forecast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 4:26


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, May 22, 2026.

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    About 10% of Butte County ballots already cast ahead of June 2 primary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 4:55


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, May 21, 2026.

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    Chico to end alternative camping site as Warren homelessness settlement expires

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 6:41


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

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    Parts of the North State enter drought as wildfire danger grows

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 5:39


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

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    Mayor Kasey Reynolds pushes back on lawsuit over downtown revitalization vote

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 9:58


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday May 18, 2026.

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    Butte County starts wildfire project along Skyway evacuation route

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 9:02


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

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    ‘No Kings' protests draw crowds across North State

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 5:29


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, March 30, 2026.

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    Judge rules Shasta's Measure B can appear on ballot as legal questions remain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 6:59


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, March 27, 2026.

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    Shasta County confirms 10th measles case as officials say community risk remains low

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 8:01


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 26, 2026.

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    North State youth unemployment higher than state average

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 5:13


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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    Local coffee shop will replace downtown Chico Starbucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 5:25


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

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    Cesar Chavez event canceled in Chico amid allegations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 6:21


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, March 23, 2026.

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    Chico residents weigh in on late winter heat wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 6:08


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, March 20, 2026.

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    Could open container zones fix downtown Chico?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 7:11


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 19, 2026.

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    Early heat wave raises North State fire-season fears

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 6:46


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

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    Warm spell to push Chico, Redding into the 90s this week

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 6:55


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

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    California State Parks sues alarm company over Bidwell Mansion fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 6:14


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, March 16, 2026.

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    California announces new framework to prevent suicide, loneliness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 4:55


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, March 13, 2026.

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    Oroville ends water fluoridation. Public health experts warn of dental impacts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 6:30


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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    Iran war tests Trump support in the North State

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 6:47


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

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    Power restored following Chico outage that hit 7,400 customers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 5:43


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

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    Hundreds attend Mike McGuire's town hall in Chico

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 8:35


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, March 9, 2026.

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    Northern California soldier believed among first U.S. casualties in Iran war

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 6:55


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, March 6, 2026.

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    Chico Council OKs more military gear for police

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 5:44


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 5, 2026.

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    Cal Water could increase rates next year

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 6:19


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

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    Iran conflict becomes flashpoint in race for LaMalfa's seat

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 6:00


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

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    Chico protesters oppose Trump military strikes on Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 5:02


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, March 2, 2026.

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    Shasta County expands services for homeless veterans

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 7:00


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.

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    California moves to expand water supply as climate risks grow

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 7:04


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.

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    Minneapolis unrest raised at Chico police military gear meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:33


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.

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    McGuire defends decision to run in District 1 special election

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 6:00


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.

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    Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs could affect North State economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 6:46


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

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    Shasta County measles outbreak grows to 9 cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 5:00


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

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    Chico schools hit pause on AI surveillance cameras after parent, teacher backlash

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 5:39


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026.

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    Parents, teachers question AI surveillance in Chico Unified

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 6:12


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.

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    Study links wildfire smoke in pregnancy to autism risk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 5:54


    The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026.

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