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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

Most Recent Episodes

Wet winter makes for dangerous rivers

Officials warn that the recent wet winter has made rivers dangerous. Also, California State University may raise tuition to cover the budget gap, and the state hospital industry is asking for a bailout.

Report shows increase in high fire risk days

A new report shows more frequent fire weather days in the North State. Also, Chico State will soon have a new president, and Oroville may soon be designated a 'rural city.'

What the Colorado River agreement means for California

How California will be affected by new Colorado River agreement. Also, Walmart will pay $500,000 to the state over brass knuckle sales, and a proposed bill to provide devices in bars to test for spiked drinks.

PG&E begins undergrounding in Plumas County

PG&E begins undergrounding power lines in Plumas. Also, the University of California is moving to allow the hiring of undocumented students, and a proposed deal to reduce water use from the Colorado River.

Police identify third suspect in Chico shooting

Chico police identify a third suspect in mass shooting. Also, Governor Gavin Newsom wants to speed up construction with a permit reform package, and what this month's earthquake means for the North State.

More dangerously hot days in Chico

Chico sees rise in 'risky heat days.' Also, residents of a Sacramento encampment are struggling with the heat, and a bill that would require anti-overdose medicine in public spaces died in the California Legislature.

Report predicts reduced almond crop

A new report says California will have a smaller almond crop this year. Also, dozens of bills are in limbo, and California is experimenting with guaranteed income pilot programs.

Defensible space inspections underway in Butte County

Defensible space inspections began taking place in Butte County's Upper Ridge and in other parts of the North State this month. Also, environmental groups and tribes push for protecting Northern California's Molok Luyuk, and California officials plan to spend $60 million to help threatened fish species in the Yuba River.

Petitioners start collecting signatures to recall Shasta County supervisor today

Organizers of a petition to recall Shasta County District 1 Supervisor Kevin Crye can begin gathering signatures today. Also, California lawmakers are debating extending a law to make it easier for more law enforcement officers and firefighters to receive workers' compensation for job-related PTSD, and a new bill would require California cities to provide shelter for unhoused residents.

Petitioners start collecting signatures to recall Shasta County supervisor today

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Defensible space inspections underway in Butte County

Beginning this year, California's homeowners have a new wildfire safety standard to meet. Also, Gov. Gavin Newsom is currently presenting his $306.5 billion spending plan which includes filling the deficit, and that plan includes cuts to the state's climate commitments.

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