Skip to Main Content
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Ten propositions are coming to the California Ballot this November. Graphic created by Nadia Hill on Sept. 14

On the ballot: What is Prop 34?

Anthony Vasek, News Reporter
October 11, 2024

Proposition 34, one of 10 propositions on the California ballot this November, would create new rules about how certain healthcare providers can spend revenue from federal discount prescription drug programs....

Steve Garvey is a former baseball player running for the U.S. Senate. Courtesy: Steve Garvey

U.S. Senate candidate: Steve Garvey

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 9, 2024

Steve Garvey is a Republican candidate running for U.S. Senate in November against Congressman Adam Schiff.  Originally born in Florida, Garvey earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Michigan...

Ten propositions are coming to the California Ballot this november. Graphic created by Nadia Hill on Sept. 14

On the ballot: What is Prop 33?

Anthony Vasek, News Reporter
October 7, 2024

Proposition 33, one of 10 propositions coming to the California ballot this November, would repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act of 1995 and allow local governments to expand rent control. Rent...

Ten propositions are coming to the California Ballot this November. Graphic created by Nadia Hill on Sept. 14

On the ballot: What is Prop 32?

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 4, 2024

Proposition 32 is one of 10 new propositions coming to California in November. If passed, Prop 32 would raise minimum wage immediately to $17 and then to $18 starting Jan. 1 for employers with 26 employees...

Monica McDaniel is a Chico local and public-appointed official running for Chico City Council District 3. Courtesy: Monica McDaniel

Chico District 3 representative: Monica McDaniel

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 3, 2024

Monica McDaniel is running for Chico City Council District 3 this November against current council member Dale Bennett.  McDaniel earned a bachelor's degree in art history at Chico State and went on...

James Gallagher is a republican state assembly member from Sutter County and candidate for re-election to state assembly District 3. He is running against Aaron Draper this November. Courtesy: James Gallagher

California State Assembly District 3 candidate: James Gallagher

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 3, 2024

James Gallagher is running for re-election to represent the California State Assembly District 3 in November against Chico State lecturer Aaron Draper.  Gallagher is a Republican politician who has...

The awaited vice president candidate debate allowed both Vance and Walz to share their views with the public. Graphic created by Jessica Miller using Canva on Oct. 2

Recap: Vance and Walz vice presidential debate

Ellie Marty and Megan Gauer
October 2, 2024

Millions of people tuned in to watch vice presidential candidates, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance, met at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City on Tuesday to engage in what may be the final...

Dale Bennett, current City Council District 3 member is running for re-election this November. Photo courtesy of Dale Bennett.

Chico District 3 Representative: Dale Bennett

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
October 2, 2024

Dale Bennett is running for Chico City Council District 3 this November against Monica McDaniel. Bennett won the district 3 seat in 2022 and is now running for re-election.  Bennett has over 50 years...

Butte County voting results are in and State results are expected to be certified Dec. 13. Photo from Pixabay.

California State Assembly District 3 candidate: Aaron Draper

Anthony Vasek and Dominic Curcuro
October 1, 2024

Democrat Aaron Draper, Department of Media Arts, Design and Technology lecturer at Chico State, is running for California State Assembly District 3 against incumbent republican James Gallagher.  Draper...

Ten propositions are coming to the California Ballot this November. Graphic created by Nadia Hill on Sept. 14

On the ballot: What is Prop 6?

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter
September 30, 2024

The California general election this November will have 10 new propositions. Proposition 6 would remove part of the original California Constitution that grants prisons and jails the ability to force those...

Butte County voting results are in and State results are expected to be certified Dec. 13. Photo from Pixabay.

How do I register to vote?

Anthony Vasek, News Reporter
September 30, 2024

Voter registration in California is easy. You don’t even need to use paper. Eligible voters can register online in less than fifteen minutes. The last day to register in California is Oct. 21 —...

Ten propositions are coming to the California Ballot this November. Graphic created by Nadia Hill on Sept. 14

On the ballot: What is Prop 5?

Jessica Miller, News Editor
September 27, 2024

Proposition 5, one of 10 propositions coming to the California ballot this November, if passed will allow local infrastructure and housing bonds for low and middle-income Californians to be approved with...