Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Kayla Fitzgerald, Editor-in-Chief

All content by Kayla Fitzgerald
The Wildcats split the series with Cal Poly Pomona, securing their California Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament berth. Photo credit: Martin Chang

Wildcats split series, secure CCAA Tournament berth

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 30, 2018
This packet outlines what A.S. candidates can and can't do.

Student government candidates adhere to campaign guidelines

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 10, 2018
Cops break up a party.

Interactive map: César Chávez 2018

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 1, 2018
Classes in Butte Hall have been canceled until further notice.

One dead after falling from Butte Hall stairwell

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 14, 2018
The breezeway and entry ways of the library were remodeled this summer.

Wildcats defeat Humboldt advancing to championship game

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 9, 2017
Photo courtesy of Tricia Slavic

Goodwill Campus Move-out coming to Chico State

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 9, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Students being solicited involves crime

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 4, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Scuba instructor dies at 61

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 19, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Candidates for Associated Students seek votes

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 8, 2017
'Power Rangers' needs help morphing into the 21st Century

‘Power Rangers’ needs help morphing into the 21st Century

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 5, 2017
Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Who is Cèsar Chavez?

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 29, 2017
Illustration by Liz Coffee

Teenager threatens boy with BB gun

Jafet Serrato and Kayla Fitzgerald
March 18, 2017
Professor Mihalyi died Feb. 27 at 93. Photo courtesy of Public Affairs

Geography professor dies at 93

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 16, 2017
The Orion took home seven awards at the Associated Collegiate Press Convention. Photo credit: Mark Plenke

The Orion named best large college newspaper in California

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 7, 2017
President Hutchinson in 2017. Photo Courtesy of Chico State.

President Hutchinson’s upcoming inauguration

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 27, 2017

A.S. election information sessions start next week

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 23, 2017
Flooding from nearby waterways causes road closures. Photo courtesy of Ryan Levi

Campus remains open despite severe weather warnings

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 20, 2017

Heineken caught for illegal marketing

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 18, 2017
Volunteers help keep evacuee children occupied. Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico State talks emergency plan after evacuations

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 15, 2017
Protestors on the March against President Trumps actions in recent weeks. Photo credit: Isaac Ramsour

Chico United protesters march against Trump policies

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 14, 2017
Silver Dollar Fairgrounds houses evacuees. Photo credit: George Johnston

Evacuation centers in need of supplies

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 14, 2017
Butte County Jail inmates current location due to evacuation. Photo credit: Michele Fitzgerald

Butte County Jail inmates evacuated

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 13, 2017
Volunteers set up cots at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds evacuation center. Photo credit: George Johnston

Multiple evacuation centers available

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 12, 2017

Man lashes out after girlfriend arrested

Kayla Fitzgerald
January 26, 2017
Bustling activism alive and well on campus

Bustling activism alive and well on campus

Kayla Fitzgerald
December 15, 2016
Police Blotter. Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Cat-killing dog escapes gunman

Kayla Fitzgerald
December 5, 2016
Chico Peace & Justice Center

People of Chico support Standing Rock

Kayla Fitzgerald
November 27, 2016
Attendees participate in the Pledge of Allegiance. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Chico State honors veterans

Kayla Fitzgerald
November 9, 2016
Students studying on the second floor of the library. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Petition to extend library hours

Kayla Fitzgerald
October 26, 2016
Members of Police Community Advisory Board. Photo credit: Kaley Wise

Chico could receive more cameras

Kayla Fitzgerald
October 21, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Man holds beer while stealing gas

Molly Sullivan and Kayla Fitzgerald
October 21, 2016
Outside view of the University Police Department. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Crime reports release different stats

Kayla Fitzgerald
October 20, 2016
First-year biology major Sophia Balme (right) and first-year business administration major Tyler Wallace (left), take advantage of the Pride-themed interactive photo booth. Photo credit: Jae Siqueiros

Students advocate for LGBTQ equality

Kayla Fitzgerald
October 13, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Clown spotted at Pleasant Valley High School

Kayla Fitzgerald
October 6, 2016
Gatherers at candlelight vigil. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Black Student Union holds candlelight vigil for police brutality victims

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 28, 2016
Pocket Points logo By Tony Montini (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

Office Depot connects with Pocket Points

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 23, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Naked man screams at park-goers

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 22, 2016
University Police Department on 2nd and Chestnut streets.

Emergency alert emphasizes university disorganization

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 18, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Man makes bed by dumpster

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 16, 2016
Signs outside of Democratic Headquarters Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Democratic campaign headquarters opens in Chico

Kayla Fitzgerald
September 2, 2016
Fall 2016 Welcome Week crime rates as reported by the Chico Police Department Photo credit: Kyla Linville

54 arrests within 66 hours

Kayla Fitzgerald and Kyla Linville
August 28, 2016
Northeast entry at Golden 1 Center Photo credit: Courtesy of Golden 1 Center

Sierra Nevada brings exclusive brew to Golden 1 Center

Kayla Fitzgerald
August 22, 2016
Final remodels on the PAC will begin May 23. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Performing Arts Center enters final phase of remodel

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 15, 2016
Students, faculty, community members and friends were able to celebrate President Zingg's retirement on May 6. Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico State president bids farewell

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 8, 2016
Intersection of East First Avenue and the Esplanade. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Changes to the Esplanade stall

Kayla Fitzgerald
May 6, 2016
Chico PD created an app so users can easily access the police. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Chico Police Department releases 2015 annual report

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 30, 2016
Police will be monitoring the new stoplight on Nord Aveune to make sure everything goes safely. Photo credit: George Johnston

New stoplight on Nord Avenue makes crossing safer

Kayla Fitzgerald and George Johnston
April 29, 2016
Map of transparency access ratings. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

California ranks last for transparency in government spending

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 15, 2016
More police offices on bikes will be patrolling Bidwell Park in the summer. Photo courtesy of George Johnston's Instagram.

Chico is bringing back bike police

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 8, 2016
Butte College overview of solar panels. Photo credit: www.dpr.com

Butte students help create sustainable energy

Kayla Fitzgerald
April 3, 2016
Charging stations provided at Sierra Nevada Brewery for clean energy cars. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Butte County is on track to meet 2020 emission goals

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 25, 2016
NorCon flyer for upcoming event. Photo Credit: From the Facebook

Chico having first ever Hacker’s Convention

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 18, 2016
SPC ambassadors lead a meeting. Photo credit: Ryan Corrall

Student Philanthropy Council raises $4,000

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 16, 2016
Torres Community Shelter logo. Photo Credit: http://chicoshelter.org/

Torres Shelter might be saved with help from Enloe Medical Center

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 8, 2016
Screen captured from youtube

Water Woman nabs Chico State award

Kayla Fitzgerald
March 4, 2016
In an email sent to students, Paul Zingg stated the Chico State will remain open if the CFA strike happens Photo credit: Michelle Zhu

Classes still happening if California Faculty Association strike occurs

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 26, 2016
First-year Ari Marsh hits the ball at the game against Dominican University on Feb. 7. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Softball team takes the first game against Monterey Bay

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 22, 2016
Chico will start a project this month to plant 100 trees around the city Photo credit: George Johnston

Tree numbers sprouting up in Chico

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 22, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Man hit by a flying burrito

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 19, 2016
Junior outfielder Sonny Cortez takes a rip in a game against Point Loma on Feb. 6. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

Baseball team wins first game, drops second of doubleheader

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 16, 2016
Chico creek flows through campus outside of Butte Hall.

Too hot California causing El Nino to chill out

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 14, 2016
All proceeds from the Red-top meters in downtown Chico go to help charity causes. Photo credit: George Johnston

Proceeds from Red-top meters going to closing shelter

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 5, 2016
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Woman hit in head with wood

Kayla Fitzgerald
February 5, 2016
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