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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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2 dead in Chico after car chase ended in shooting

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.

How to talk to people you disagree with

Stories of political beliefs ruining friendships and heightening family tensions are increasingly common these days. Here are some ways to dialogue better with people you disagree with. Also, a new Saturday market in Chico hopes to highlight small business owners and a wide selection of handcrafted treasures, and a proposal to build a new apartment complex has been denied by the Chico City Council.

Judge denies Chico's motion to exit Warren settlement

A district court judge has denied the City of Chico's motion to exit a settlement agreement that outlines its policies on homelessness. Also, the Chico Police Department is required by the state to disclose its use and acquisition of military-grade equipment and held a meeting outlining its use earlier this week, and several North State cities are joining the national "Hands Off!" march and rally on Saturday.

Chico council member calls for 20-year Bidwell Park plan

A Chico City Council member is requesting a plan to make improvements at Bidwell Park. Also, the Chico Natural Foods Co-op is offering a 75% discount on California grown produce for those shopping with CalFresh benefits, and a six-page report from Chico city staff highlights several reasons why an hour of free parking is likely to cause issues downtown.

Chico PD to review military equipment

The Chico Police Department will hold a public meeting next week about the use of surplus military equipment. Also, a new alert system is a sophisticated hi-tech tool giving disaster managers the information they need when bad things happen, and Butte County Humane Society is at capacity and asking residents to foster a dog.

Gridley High stabbing — what we know

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.

Analysis shows nearly three-quarters of Butte voters said 'yes' to Measure H

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.

Analysis shows nearly three-quarters of Butte voters said 'yes' to Measure H

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More wolf attacks to the North State

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 libraries' hours could increase

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.

Plumas Unified faces significant staff reductions

The Plumas Unified School District board passed a resolution this week authorizing the layoff of 22 employees. Also, a credit will be automatically added to the bills of PG&E customers for the month of April, and burlesque matron Hurricane Fran discusses performing with The Stardust Revue in Chico while balancing life and mentoring the next era of performers.

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