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University urging ‘relocation’ of low-barrier shelter a disappointment

Natalie Hanson // April 22, 2019

If students weren't already concerned about the housing crisis in Chico before the Camp Fire, they should be now. The city of Chico certainly has to be as well. Based on letters shared with students on...

The discussion tables held in the BMU Auditorium.  Students shared their experinces, suggestions and ideas on what can be done to improve safety in the city. Photo credit: Julian Mendoza

Students speak on their concerns about safety

Julian Mendoza // April 6, 2019

Within the last year, student safety has been a rising concern among students. Campus communication with students has been highly criticized by students, and after recent events such as the Camp Fire and...

Tweeter Brian Maciel stands in front of the new wildcat statue. Image curtesy of Moises Mendoza.

Chico State: enough is enough

Janette Estrada // March 27, 2019

Twitter is a social networking site that allows users to interact with others through “tweets”. What it should not be is the primary way students are warned of suspicious on-campus activity....

A lonely light casts a glow on the corner of Fourth and Ivy St. in Chico, CA, on Tuesday,  Feb. 5, 2019. Many students complain about the lack of lighting on the lower campus streets after the sun goes down. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

Chico’s street lights (or lack thereof)

Reed Mccoy and Olyvia Simpson // February 13, 2019

At Chico State, we enjoy a privilege that much of Chico doesn't seem to have, and it isn't the academics.The last time you went beyond campus at night, have you noticed how dark it seems to be? If you...

Illustration by Jamie Munoz

Wildcat on the Street: Chicoween

Karen Limones // October 24, 2018

With Halloween right around the corner, reporter Brooke Martin went around campus asking students their thoughts on Chicoween. Brooke Martin can be reached at [email protected] or @bmartin471...

While Chico State ranks low on alarms.orgs list of safe universities, University Police Chief John Reid said this number is deceiving. Reid said that part of the reason Chico State may be ranked low is that there have been more reported crimes in recent years which he sees as a good thing as more people are trusting police and coming forward with reports.

National safety organization ranks Chico State 164 out of 243 college campuses

Mathew Miranda // May 2, 2018

According to a list created by alarms.org, Chico State ranks as the 164th safest college campus in the nation. Alarms.org, a national council for home safety and security, created a list called of Safest...

A safety warning was issued in response to a robbery near campus. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Cellphone robbery reported near Chico State campus

Natalie Hanson // November 10, 2017

A robbery was reported Thursday to the Chico State University Police Department who reminds students to take safe precautions.The robbery occurred near Nettleton Stadium at 3:45 p.m., according to UPD...

Chico State president sends out a Veterans Day Holiday weekend safety message. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Students advised to be safe over Veterans Day Weekend

Natalie Hanson // November 9, 2017

Chico State president urges student safety over the Veterans Day holiday weekend Thursday. Due to recent party violence and criminal activity students are asked to be aware of their surroundings and take...

Pet safety tips given on Halloween. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Local shelter provides tips for pet safety on Halloween

Natalie Hanson // October 27, 2017

Chico Animal Shelter reminds pet owners about animal safety during the Halloween holiday. Halloween can be a fun time for all but can be a frightening and dangerous time of year for pets. There are...

The life of Kristina Chesterman was spotlighted at the event. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

‘Remembering Kristina Chesterman’ spotlights safety awareness

Natalie Hanson // October 2, 2017

Members of the Chico Police Department and emergency responders came to campus to discuss awareness for drunk driving and bicycle safety Monday. "Remembering Kristina Chesterman" is part of an effort...

Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico State prepares students for Cinco de Mayo

Daniel Wright // May 5, 2017

Chico State released an announcement to the student body urging safety for the holiday weekend. Chico PD indicated in the announcement that there would be no additional staffing or special event teams...

Photo credit: Chase Falk

Body cameras create issues

Rachel Reyes // April 27, 2017

Concerns about officer-involved shootings have prompted an ongoing debate about body cameras for police officers. This issue is considerably new to Chico but comes after Desmond Phillips was shot and...

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