Alec Stutson

Safe Space opened its winter shelter more than a week ahead of schedule. The shelter hosted its first night over the weekend.

Chico Unified School District swore in new board members Teisha Hase and Gayle Olsen at its meeting last night. Also, Shasta Lake levels are nearly 18 feet higher than they were in mid-November, and Sharing Blessings to Others founder Jean Chrislot Michaud welcomes the community to experience Haiti's rich culture.

The holiday season brought many shoppers to downtown Chico. But business owners said they’d like to see changes to make the area more appealing. Also, a recent report shows traffic cameras have reduced violations in Redding. This comes as the Chico City Council is exploring options for purchasing cameras for Chico. Plus, Shasta County business owners will have an opportunity to learn about exporting their products or services at a seminar next month.

The holidays brought many shoppers to downtown Chico. But business owners said they’d like to see changes made to the area to make it more appealing for customers.

South Chico Community Assistance Center volunteers say there’s an increased need for food this winter than in the past. Also, Covered California urges residents to enroll for health insurance amid record number enrollments, and Christmas tree disposal begins in Chico. Waste Management is offering curbside pickup service for the next three weeks.

The South Chico Community Assistance Center provides food to people in need, and works with other nonprofits to provide collaborative aid. Volunteers at the center say they've been providing more food than years past.

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.

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.

The outbreak of bird flu continues to spread. So far, there have been no reported human cases in Butte County.

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.