The Orion

Foodies gather for Chico tradition

Matthew Manfredi // September 19, 2016

On Sept. 25, some of the area’s best restaurants, wineries, breweries, food trucks and beverage vendors will gather for the Taste of Chico, an event transforming a quiet Sunday afternoon into a foodie-crazed...

Comedy competition at the El Rey Theatre

Matthew Manfredi // September 14, 2016

On Saturday night, a line outside the El Rey Theatre formed well before doors opened for the 8 p.m. show. Inside the theatre, 16 comedians from all over the U.S., Canada and even as far as China, prepared...

Shortz! Film Festival to take center stage at the El Rey

Rylee Pedotti // September 13, 2016

Local film aficionados are in for a treat when the fifth annual Shortz! Film Festival takes residency at the historic El Rey Theater Sept. 16-18.What began in 2011 as an interactive method for local filmmakers...

A brief history of the Pageant Theatre

Anna Porretta and Elias Denny // August 31, 2016

As the longest running theatre, the Pageant continues to bring the independent film world to Chico.Upon walking up to the Pageant Theatre the owner, Miles Montalbano, put away his flip phone, cracked open...

Chico locals boogie down Broadway

Sarah Strausser // March 30, 2016

The second annual 'Broadway Boogie' gives locals of all ages and skill level a chance to dance in the heart of downtown.

Cycling season opener comes to an end

Michael Arias // March 1, 2016

Streets were shut down around Plaza Park on Sunday, Feb. 28 because of the 2016 Chico Stage Races.

New red meters downtown to help those in need

November 30, 2015

The Make Change Count meters will gather donations to help fund assistance programs for the homeless community.

Chain restaurants expand in Chico

Lauren Anderson // September 4, 2015

Chico residents express concern for local business as new chain restaurants come to town.

630 bicyclists ride in annual race

Madeline Merlic // March 4, 2015

Chico Stage bike race brings cyclists and enthusiasts downtown.

Two vehicles found with both back windows broken into

Katherine Feaster // February 22, 2015

The blotter is a selection of information cited directly from the University and Chico Police Department. Feb 20

Drunken car chase leads to arrest and multiple charges

Courtney Weaver // February 19, 2015

A vehicle code violation that turned into a drunken car chase led to a DUI, hit and run and several other charges.

Students, downtown businesses reap mutual benefits

Alisa Thorsen // February 7, 2015

The Orion talked to business owners about how students help them thrive, and how they contribute to student life.