Podcasts about Butte County

Welcome to the third and final episode of our Community Wildfire Resilience Series, supported by Fire Aside!In this episode, we spoke with Butte County Fire Safe Council Executive Director Taylor Nilsson. Butte County, CA has seen more catastrophic fire in the last eight years than most places in the West, possibly even the world. Starting with the Camp Fire in 2018 (85 killed, 14,000 homes lost), then the North Complex in 2020 (16 killed, 2,300 structures lost), then the Park Fire in 2024 (700+ structures destroyed), Butte County has seen 50% of its Wildland Urban Interface impacted by wildfire in the last seven years, and over 90% of its WUI impacted since 1999. This being the case, folks in this area have a deep understanding not only of preparing for wildfire, but of the long process of recovering from it—while knowing from experience that they simultaneously need to be preparing for the next one. Taylor spoke about the challenges of preparing for more fire while also recovering from—in Butte County's case—multiple deeply impactful wildfires that communities are still reeling from. In what has become an increasingly common occurrence in California, communities can still be deep in the recovery phase as a fire scar cycles back into susceptibility to wildfire. The Camp Fire scar, for example, is becoming increasingly at risk to more wildfire, particularly as these previously forested landscapes have become more brush-dominated post-fire. Reforestation and restoration in such landscapes (particularly those undergoing a vegetation type conversion) is tricky, and Taylor speaks to this too—to the realities of salvage logging and how this practice can fit into sound restoration planning, as well as to the lack of technology to handle the significant biomass that needs to be removed to make recently un-burned landscapes in Butte County more resilient to future fire. We talked about the immense community trauma, and how Taylor and the Butte County staff have worked through their own healing processes while facing this community trauma firsthand. Above all, this episode highlighted the critical work that Fire Safe Councils in California do, in part because they are working one-on-one with community members in many cases and can therefore be a consistent, guiding presence through the wildfire preparedness, response and recovery phases. Communities and residents recovering from wildfire need a sustained, familiar presence like this, and this is exactly the type of thing that reduces recovery timelines and helps communities heal. As we wrap up this series, we want to once again thank Fire Aside for their support of the last three episodes of the podcast. Support like this allows us to keep this thing rolling, and we can't express how grateful we are to our supporters—past and present, including on Patreon! Thank you, thank you, thank you for believing in what we're doing!Check out Butte County FSC on their socials (linked below)! Whether you live in Butte County or not, I think their website and some of their programming is very replicable elsewhere, so give them a follow and remember—imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buttefiresafeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/buttefiresafe/?hl=enWebsite: https://buttefiresafe.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/butte-county-fire-safe-council/ Time Stamps: 00:00 - Episode Start00:42 - Amanda Intro07:39 - Taylor's Background09:45 - Recent Fires In Butte County12:08 - Dealing with Hazard Trees14:56 - Trauma-Informed Care Post-Fire17:36 - Recovery Takes Multiple Years18:52 - Current Butte County Work On Burn Areas21:45 - Cost Of Removing Hazard Trees22:41 - Presence of Blue Stain In Recently Burned Areas24:56 - Salvage Logging as Part of Restoration Planning25:45 - Mill Infrastructure In Butte County28:26 - Butte County Population Response29:47 - Participation Rates in Fire Safe Council Programming31:35 - How Fire Aside Has Bolstered The Work the Butte County FSC Is Doing38:04 - Communities Are Struggling With Staffing—What Does This Mean For Recovery?40:12 - Fire Safe Council In Collaboration with Other Local Entities41:06 - Butte County Collaborative Group43:51 - The Importance of Sharing Lessons Learned 45:43 - Prioritizing the Knowledge and Practices Of Local Indigenous Tribes46:45 - Amanda Outro47:32 - End Of Episode

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, May 22, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, May 15, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, May 12, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, April 28, 2025.

The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Monday, April 21, 2025.

The woman shot and killed in Chico during last week's police chase drew dozens of family members, co-workers, and friends to mourn the loss. Also, amid ongoing cuts to federal funding nationally, Butte County's public health department is also bracing for impact, and Woofstock is this Saturday.

Safe Space is ramping up its services with more case management and new day classes to help unhoused residents in Chico build life skills. Also, Butte County and the fire safe council could enter into an agreement to reduce wildfire risk near roadsides, and council members in Yuba City have endorsed a grant-funded program to incentivize commercial property owners to save water by replacing existing landscaping.

Two people died in a shooting on East 5th and Palm avenues in Chico yesterday morning. More on the details and from parents of children at a nearby daycare. Also, the Chico City Council has deferred their decision on implementing a potential free parking program downtown. This comes after a city staff report found it wasn't feasible, and Butte County is urging older citizens to fill out a survey to learn more about healthy aging.

On this week's episode, Sean & Joel celebrate Butte County's Keaton Archibald & Bonneville Bees Softball as East Idaho Prepcast's player and team of the week. Then the guys discuss top softball, baseball, and tennis teams from the last two weeks. They'll conclude with recapping top results from track & field's Madison opener! Join the conversation live at 7:30 MT!The East Idaho Prepcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our East Idaho Prepcast team on Twitter: @idahosports, @SeanKane182, @E1educadorLike our Facebook pageFor more Idaho high school sports coverage, visit www.idahosports.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel

In this episode, Steve Lambert, a rancher from Butte County, shares his journey and insights as one of CCA's Second Vice Presidents. Tune in to learn more about Steve's dedication to serving agriculture at local, state, and national levels, and hear why he continues to stay involved in these organizations.Katie and Steve also dive into the value of CCA, with a special focus on the important role seedstock producers play in the Association.Listen until the end to discover how Steve went from resisting being on social media over a decade ago to Lambert Ranch Herefords now thriving on Instagram!Episode Resources:https://www.instagram.com/lambertranchherefords/Text us your comments, feedback and episode ideas!

Gridley High School is now dealing with the emotional aftermath of a student stabbing on campus Wednesday morning. Also, a panel of subject experts presented details about water management in Butte County at a panel discussion in Chico, and Chico State could face a budget deficit of over $30 million this year.

Butte County leaders were presented with a post-election analysis surrounding the results of the one-cent sales tax increase measure in November. Also, Congressman Doug LaMalfa is again seeking to end federal funding for transgender health care across the country, and the Registrar of Voters for Shasta County has announced his choice to step down from the position early due to health concerns.

"For the longest time, Paul's Epistle to the Romans has been used to justify misogyny, homophobia, eternal conscious torment, and blind allegiance to the State. However, the truth is that the Apostle Paul never intended his letter to the Church in Rome to teach any of those things. That's why co-authors Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano have collaborated to correct these misunderstandings and illuminate the true meaning of Paul's theological masterpiece for today's Christian reader." In this engaging conversation, hosts Zack and Andy welcome Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano from Quoir Publishing to discuss their new book on Romans, "Reading Romans Right: Correcting Common Misreadings, Restoring Paul's Original Intent". They explore themes of faith, disagreement, and the importance of listener feedback in the podcasting world. The discussion delves into the misreadings of Romans, the nature of God's wrath, and the implications of eternal torment not being mentioned by Paul, challenging traditional interpretations and emphasizing the need for a more nuanced understanding of scripture. The conversation highlights the role of scholarship in making complex theological concepts accessible to a broader audience, ultimately aiming to foster a more compassionate and understanding approach to faith. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various theological perspectives, particularly focusing on the teachings of Paul and the interpretation of his letters. They explore the concept of God's wrath, the importance of understanding the historical context of scripture, and the role of women in the early church. The discussion also touches on the impact of video games on narrative engagement and how these experiences can parallel the exploration of faith and belief. Ultimately, the speakers aim to present a more nuanced understanding of Paul's message, emphasizing that it is rooted in good news rather than fear-based theology.Check out more from Keith and Matthew:https://quoir.com/Heretic Happy Hour PodcastWatch Keith debate "dr" James White HEREMatthew J. Distefano is the author of multiple books, including The Wisdom of Hobbits, winner of the 17th annual National Indie Excellence Award for best philosophy book. He is an audio engineer, the producer of the Heretic Happy Hour podcast, cohost of Apostates Anonymous, and is a regular columnist for Patheos. He holds an undergraduate degree in Education from California State University, Chico, and has been in social work for over a decade, currently working as a Professional Service Coordinator in Butte County, California. In addition to his professional life, Matthew enjoys gardening, bicycling, and European football. He is a huge Tolkien nerd who one day hopes to live in Bag End with his wife and daughter. You can find his work at allsetfree.com.Keith Giles is the best-selling author of the Jesus Un series. He has appeared on CNN, USA Today, BuzzFeed, and John Fugelsang's "Tell Me Everything." Keith and his wife currently reside in El Paso.  SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

There have been 15 confirmed or probable wolf attacks on livestock in the North State so far this year. An increasing wolf population is celebrated by advocates, but can cause problems for ranchers. Also, Butte County will find out at the board of supervisors meeting today details surrounding the success of Measure H — the one-cent sales tax voters recently passed in November, and a lawsuit filed by Shasta County against election activists was dropped.

Butte County supervisors will decide whether to add more hours to the county libraries at tomorrow's board meeting. Also, California will soon launch new technology into space to detect greenhouse gases, and the Butte Humane Society in Chico is currently at maximum capacity and says it urgently needs people to foster dogs.

Conversations In Ken's Café Matthew TrummSeason 3, Episode 12 Matthew Trumm is a permaculture and regenerative systems educator, designer, consultant speaker / lecturer, andlandscape contractor (Lic#1126298) from Oroville California, in Butte County. Since Matthew started to study Permaculture in 2011 he has pioneered countless local Permaculture based initiatives which all dwell in the ever expanding web of projects and businesses under the umbrella, Treetop Permaculture. Treetop specializes in Education, demonstration, and consultation of Permaculturedesign and ecosystem restoration. Matthew received his Landscape Contracting license in 2024 to put more permaculture designs into action.  His projects include a K-8 school garden program at Hearthstone School in Oroville, CA, a cutting edge micro local co op food box program (Coop-a-Box) www.coopabox.com, as well as founding The Camp Fire Restoration Project www.campfirerestorationproject.org , a non profit organization that helps educate and provide resources to restore the areas that were devastated by the deadly Camp Fire in Butte County. In 2019 CFRP created the 1st ecosystem restoration camp in the US. and the first mobile permaculture based disaster response camp model in the world. In 2020 Matthew lost his home, farm, and forest in Berry Creek, Ca in the #northcomplexfire and immediately started work to regenerate the land, which officially began The Treetop Eco Camp and Permaculture Research Institute where he hopes to document, and research Permaculture based design for living in a post fire ecosystem.  Matthew's work has inspired and influenced many projects throughout California and has helped get permaculture andecosystem restoration design solutions adopted into public policy.  Owner, educator, consultant, Treetop Permaculture President, Prime Contractor, TreetopIndustries DBA Treetop Landscape Lic#1126298Founder, TheCamp Fire Restoration Project (Eco Restoration Camp Paradise)Owner, Founder,Co-Op-a-BoxFounder, Educator, School GardenCoordinatorCornerstone School Garden Program,Hearthstone School Oroville, CAFounderTreetop Eco Camp and Permaculture ResearchInstitute  Your HostKen Somerville “It's All AboutThe Biology”https://www.instagram.com/kensomerville/https://twitter.com/KenSomerville1https://www.itsallaboutthebiology.caContactemail itsallaboutthebiology@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-somerville-6b9945239/https://www.facebook.com/itsallaboutthebiologytour Helpsupport the mission: patreon.com/user?u=104510089 Discount codes available at: https://www.itsallaboutthebiology.ca/discountcodesMusic by Andy Lopez#flowers,#plants,#nature,#gardening,#garden,#growing,#koreannaturalfarming,#naturalfarming,#jadam,#naturalfertilizer,#naturalfarminginputs,#permaculture,#regenerative,#foodforest,#biodynamic,#bioactive,#organic,#notill,#knf,#organicgardening,#urbangardening,#containergardening,#homegardening,For Full: Disclaimer

Butte County supervisors will soon send a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom detailing unmet needs regarding wildfire recovery. The board also discussed sending another letter to President Donald Trump and Congressman Doug LaMalfa about concerns regarding how tariffs could impact exports in the county. Also, community leaders and policymakers met last week to discuss the future of water in California, and Friday is the deadline for approval of an act that would provide federal money to schools in many North State counties.

A proposal in San Jose would punish unhoused residents who refuse the offer of shelter more than three times. It's a move to address unhoused residents who don't accept shelter — a problem the City of Chico is also working to solve.. Also, a report released by the state auditor five years ago that pointed to deficiencies in Butte County's emergency preparedness was just discussed, and a new report from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife said gray wolves were responsible for the deaths of 16 cattle at the end of 2024.

Catalyst, a local non-profit serving survivors of domestic and sexual violence, says it hasn't been impacted by federal funding freezes yet. However, services could be at risk if the freezes go through. Also, students and faculty gathered to protest the attendance of Homeland Security Investigations during a career fair on Chico State's campus this week, and Butte County is deciding how Proposition H funds will be spent.

Thousands of acres of land in Butte County are now considered at ‘very high risk' of wildfire after state officials rolled out updates to California's fire hazard maps. Also, Butte County is reporting its first death from the flu this season, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife completed a project to fit 12 gray wolves with satellite tracking collars.

From podcasts to mobile library trucks, Butte County Library branches are trying to address community needs in unique ways. Also, Butte County supervisors approve budget adjustments for nine new mental health positions, and the Yuba Water Agency is working with governmental agencies and research centers to better understand the local impact of atmospheric rivers.

A program in Paradise is geared toward helping survivors of the Camp Fire afford a home. The down payment assistance program is funded by a state grant. Also, Butte County supervisors are set to decide whether to approve more than $800,000 in new county salaries, and you may see a lot of smoke in the Magalia area, but it's just a prescribed burn to reduce hazardous fuels.

The number of people served by Butte County's sobering center has increased since it opened in August. Also, California homeowners will have new requirements for hardening their home against fire, and Pleasant Valley High School in Chico has won the 2025 Butte County Academic Decathlon, ending Las Plumas High School's five-year winning streak.

Incoming storm prompts the National Weather Service to issue a flood watch for the region. Also, volunteers collected information about Butte County's unhoused residents during what's called a Point-in-Time Count, and the Inspire School of Arts and Sciences could break ground on a permanent campus this year, after years of delays and funding woes.

As a new strain of bird flu emerges in California and poultry infections continue to rise in Butte County, experts say more testing should be done to track the virus's spread. Also, Butte County's state and federal representatives reassure supervisors amid confusion over federal funding freeze, and an exhibition at the Janet Turner Museum highlights the artwork of Asian American artists from the museum's collection.

Butte County Department of Behavioral Health will keep using a state grant to search for a place to house those incompetent to stand trial. Also, North State Assemblymember James Gallagher introduced a new bill prioritizing funding for communities recovering from disasters, and the Community Action Agency of Butte County is holding a drive-thru food pantry this Friday in Chico.

Dr. Jarett Beaudoin explains the role the public health department plays in the community and why education on health and safety is essential. Also, more about guidance to protect against bird flu and slow its spread, and the 530 area code that covers much of the North State will soon have a friend starting Jan. 31 – the 837 area code.

The number of birds in Butte County infected with the bird flu has now climbed to more than 44,000. Health officials say the risk of the virus to the public remains low. Also, the man accused of burning down Bidwell Mansion pleaded not guilty in court today, and a crime-fighting security trailer will continue operating in Oroville.

Arson arrests have been on the rise over the last decade due to better investigations aided by surveillance cameras. Also, the Butte Prescribed Burn Association is working to prevent catastrophic wildfires in the county. They treated 200 acres with fire last year, and Paradise residents might have the option to choose a cheaper energy provider soon.

An Arizona man was arrested in connection with the Feather River Adventist School shooting last month. Butte County Sheriff's Office says Jesse Kitagawa Jr. illegally sold the gun used by the shooter. Also, Butte County supervisors voted to extend a deadline for property owners to apply for debris removal, and a Chico man died of an overdose while staying at Safe Space Winter Shelter on Sunday.

My longtime friend and fellow podcaster Ken Kemp (The Beached White Male) lives on the far end of Orange County, so his house is far from the fires in SoCal. But many of his out-of-state friends don't know this, so they've been reaching out to he and his wife for reassurances of their safety. They've suffered several days-long power outages due to the high winds, though, so it's not like he's been spared. Knowing that our house is in one of the areas threatened by the Eaton Fire, he called first to hear how Janessa and I were doing. Once he heard that my family and my house were fine, he then suggested that we should do an episode about this current conflagration. Of course I agreed. We also compared notes on the legacy of Pres. Jimmy Carter, who'd recently died at the age of 100. In editing this episode, I realized that Kemp and I had confused two previous California wildfires. He talks about the Paradise Fires in 2003, and I was referring to the fire in Butte County that destroyed the town of Paradise in 2018.

The outbreak of bird flu continues to spread. So far, there have been no reported human cases in Butte County. Also, the nonprofit Good News Rescue Mission unveiled their Gold Street Sober Living Home during a ribbon cutting ceremony last week, and the Redding Planning Commission will consider renaming Squaw Creek Court at its meeting tomorrow.

Butte County is sending personnel and resources to help fight the wildfires burning in Southern California. Also, Habitat for Humanity Butte County remembered former President Jimmy Carter yesterday, and Northbound Highway 70 in Marysville will reopen today, Jan. 10, after a seven-month closure.

The Aaron Rodgers NorCal Fire Recovery Fund has a new grant that's prioritizing projects that will support youth. Applications for the grant opened this week and will close at the end of February. Also, Butte County is holding four in-person meetings and two virtual meetings regarding the Mental Health Services Act, and Plumas County will soon make updates to its hazard mitigation plans.

The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in birds within Butte County. Also, the Butte County Homeless Continuum of Care has scheduled its 2025 Point in Time Count and is now looking for volunteers to help, and a new monthly event welcomes individuals to play a vinyl set of their favorite tunes to share their love of music.

Cal Fire Butte County says Measure H helped with staffing adjustments. Also, the Oroville City Council has sent a letter supporting legislation to permit winter firework sales in California, and California workers now have expanded paid sick leave benefits in the new year.

Two teens went missing in the Thermalito Afterbay during a hunting trip. Authorities have been searching for them since. Now, the Butte County Sheriff's Office says it's having to change its methods. Also, California State Parks and several other organizations are discussing the possibilities of Bidwell Mansion's future, and a Chico teen will play the snare drum at this year's Rose Parade in Pasadena.

Representatives from California State Parks said the cause of fire that destroyed Bidwell Mansion last week is arson. They're still searching for a suspect and are asking members of the public to share any information. Also, local and Republican state officials are criticizing Newsom's visit to Redding. Plus, if you're concerned about a young person's mental health in Butte County, there's a team that can help. More about the county's Community, Assessment, Response and Education (CARE) Team.

The Tuscan Water District was established to try to preserve groundwater resources for local agricultural landowners. But there is concern with how the district plans to engage in an experimental recharge strategy, which some say could harm small farmers and trees in Chico and Butte County.

On Monday, Dec. 9 in the University Student Union Beach Auditorium, Beach Pride Events is hosting another Movies on the House. This double-feature event will start with Inside Out at 4:30 p.m. and Inside Out 2 at 7 p.m. Entry is free for all students, but seats fill up quickly so reserve yours in the Events and Orgs app in your CSULB Single Sign-On. ASI is putting on Winter Wonderland in the Student Recreation Wellness Center Entry Plaza on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Students can enjoy snow, henna tattoos, caricatures and a photo booth. All students are welcome and entry is free. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. ASI Beach Balance is hosting Night of Relaxation. The event will take place in the SRWC MAC Gym and the first 50 attendees will receive a gift. You can reserve your spot on the Events and Orgs app on the CSULB Single Sign-On. Students who attend are asked to bring their own yoga mat.  After over five years, the memorable Fairmont Breakers Long Beach hotel reopened downtown on Monday, Dec 2. Fairmont Breakers has many amenities, including two restaurants, a luxury spa, a rooftop pool and over 180 guest rooms. Rooms start at $350 a night. The holidays mean a time for donation and giving. Participate in Spark of Love, a fire department-led toy drive, or Toys for Tots, a toy drive started by the Marine Corps in 1991. Donations can be made at local fire departments, participating retail stores and online here. President Joe Biden released a statement on Sunday, Dec. 1 stating that he has pardoned his son Hunter Biden from his gun and federal tax-related convictions, saying "Hunter was singled out only because he is my son." This news comes just two weeks before the sentencing hearing on both of Hunter Biden's cases. On Wednesday, Dec. 4 shots were fired around 1 p.m. at the Feather River Adventist School in Butte County, California. The gunman shot two boys, ages five and six. As of Friday, Dec. 6 the two boys are in critical condition. When law enforcement arrived on the scene, the gunman was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Local and federal investigations are taking place.  In Sinaloa, Mexico, Mexican soldiers and marines seized over a ton of fentanyl, which officials say is the country's biggest catch of the drug in history. In the raids, 660 pounds of fentanyl were uncovered and another 1,750 pounds of the drug were found in a truck in a nearby house most of the fentanyl being in pill form. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier was voted out of office in a no-confidence vote, the first in France since 1962. President Emmanuel Macron will need to appoint a new interim prime minister as, under the French constitution, new elections cannot happen until the summer.  Host & Editor: Gianna Echeverria Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel Like, comment, and follow us on your favorite platform for more content! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/long-beach-current-podcasts/id1488484518 Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4HJaqJep02kHeIQy8op1n1⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1488484518/long-beach-current-podcasts

Residents and authorities of California's North Coast are assessing the aftermath from Thursday's 7.0 earthquake centered 70 miles off the coast of Eureka. The quake triggered a tsunami warning from as far north as Oregon to Santa Cruz. In Humboldt County, business owners and residents have been hit hard by earthquakes in the past. Reporter: Sukey Lewis, KQED The man who shot two kindergarteners at an Oroville school Wednesday grew up in Butte County. Authorities say they're learning more about the suspect and victims.  Reporter: Alec Stutson, North State Public Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE: Butte County Sheriff's Office with school shooting update    Please Subscribe + Rate & Review KMJ's Afternoon Drive with Philip Teresi & E. Curtis Johnson wherever you listen!  ---     KMJ's Afternoon Drive with Philip Teresi & E. Curtis Johnson is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen.  ---   Philip Teresi & E. Curtis Johnson – KMJ's Afternoon Drive  Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ  DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram  ---   Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Immigrant communities worry Donald Trump will make good on promises of mass deportations now that he has been elected to a second term in the White House. That could have big consequences for California's agricultural communities. The state says about half of all farmworkers are undocumented. Reporter: Esther Quintanilla, KVPR  In Northern California, law enforcement authorities say two kindergarteners who were shot at a school in Butte County are in extremely critical condition.  Reporter: Adia White, North State Public Radio California prisons will no longer withhold money they're supposed to give people at the time of their release. The directive comes after a class-action lawsuit and order from the state legislature.  Reporter: Cayla Mihalovich, CalMatters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two children were injured and one man is dead after a shooting at a private K-8 school in Butte County. Also, three new Chico city council members will be sworn in at City Hall, and California prisons will no longer be able to withhold mandated money from people when they are released.

An update on a school shooting at a Butte County religious school. Also, a new book chronicles the undamming of the Klamath River and homecoming of salmon. Finally, an interactive art exhibit in downtown Sacramento. Butte County School Shooting

Almost a month after the general election, Butte County's election results are now official. Also, Redding's more than 200 mile trail system provides a great opportunity for winter recreation, and the band Scowl will perform in Chico ahead of their North American tour.

The Yurok Tribe has hit a new milestone this week in their goal of restoring 2,200 acres of riparian habitat along the Klamath River. Also, several illegal marijuana grow operations were raided in Butte County, and the Butte County Search and Rescue Team is fundraising to build a new headquarters.