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Damage to Pickup After Accident

Lane closed due to traffic accident at East Ninth and Bartlett Streets 

C. Nicholas Kepler, Reporter // March 26, 2024

A collision between a full-sized pickup and a compact car resulted in one driver being hospitalized with minor injuries at approximately 6:30 p.m.   The pickup truck driver said the compact car turned...

A person on a stretcher is loaded into an ambulance. Taken by Callum Standish at 9 p.m. March 17.

‘Just panic’ during St. Patrick’s Day shooting

Callum Standish, Arts and Entertainment Editor // March 18, 2024

The Chico Police Department received reports of a shooting at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday at an apartment complex located at 581 Pomona Ave. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries, but it hasn't...

Border patrol agent inspects a water drainage tunnel that spans from Nogales, Arizona into Mexico. Courtesy: U.S Customs and Border Patrol,  Josh Denmark

Border Patrol on campus: What students should know

Jessica Miller, Food Editor // March 16, 2024

An announcement sent by President Steve Perez on March 6th informed all Chico State students and staff that U.S. Border Patrol will be attending the career fair on campus, March 27.   U.S. Border...

AS representatives laughing. Taken by Jason Halley, University Photographer.

AS releases 2024 general election sample ballot Wednesday

Grace Stark, News Editor // March 13, 2024

Associated Students Government Affairs released the sample ballot for the 2024 General Election on Wednesday. The 2024 general election candidates are as follows: For president: Chris Sullivan ...

Chico State, David Stachura. Photo credit Chico State

Biology professor David Stachura resigns

Shane Aweeka, Reporter // March 13, 2024

Last month, documents obtained from EdSource revealed that an agreement was reached between Chico State and biology professor David Stachura. The university was preparing to fire Stachura for dishonesty,...

Orange cones block the entrance to the Dutch Bros on Esplanade. Photo taken by Amy Blair on Feb. 28.

Dutch Bros on Esplanade now open

Amy Blair, Reporter // March 12, 2024

UPDATE - The Dutch Bros on Esplanade opened March 9 after being closed for renovations.  Renovations to the stand included new syrup stands, new floors, and a new sink according to Connor Johnston...

The Sigma Pi fraternity house on a quiet Monday morning in Chico. Taken by Molly Myers on Feb. 26.

Sigma Pi loses university recognition after hazing investigation

Molly Myers, Managing Editor // March 11, 2024

Fraternity Sigma Pi is no longer recognized by Chico State — as announced Monday — after undergoing a hazing investigation that started in late February. The investigation began shortly after rush...

Shaking hands with dollar bills, checklists and scales in the background. Created by Grace Stark on March 4.

CSU Board of Trustees holds meeting Monday morning

Grace Stark, News Editor // March 4, 2024

The California State University Board of Trustees convened at 11 a.m. on Monday with the purpose of ratifying tentative agreements with the California Faculty Association, Teamsters Local 2010 and the...

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Housing statements revoked amidst Whitney Hall construction

Jessica Miller and Milca Elvira Chacon // March 3, 2024

Whitney Hall will remain closed for the 2024-2025 academic year, causing students to find alternative housing options, despite Chico State promises to provide alternative housing.  Whitney Hall is...

Hands holding up a megaphone, a sign that reads “Teamsters Local 2010, CFA and APC” and a piece of paper that says “Tentative Agreement.” Created by Grace Stark on March 1.

3 Union tentative agreements to be voted on at CSU Board of Trustees March 4 meeting

Grace Stark, News Editor // March 2, 2024

The California State University Board of Trustees will convene Monday to approve tentative agreements with several unions. The meeting will discuss the California Faculty Association, Teamsters Local...

A Nov. 19, 2023 Palestine Walkout attendee holds a sign that reads “Stop Genocide Free! Palestine.” Taken on Nov. 19, 2023

Chico State Associated Students ceasefire resolution announced Saturday

Grace Stark, News Editor // March 2, 2024

Chico State’s Associated Students ceasefire resolution, the second one in the California State University System, was announced on Saturday. The announcement was posted via Instagram  by Chico State’s...

Signs with checkmarks on them. Created by Steven Amador on Mar. 1

CSU Board of Trustees to vote on Academic Professionals of America tentative agreement

Steven Amador, Reporter // March 2, 2024

The Academic Professionals of California has voted to ratify a tentative agreement with the California State University. The CSU Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Monday to vote to ratify...

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