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Christian Solis, Visuals Editor

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The Orion Newscast: Chico Bans Flavored Tobacco & Students Walk Out

Christian Solis
December 11, 2019
The Orion Newscast: Womxns Conference & Multicultural Night

The Orion Newscast: Womxn’s Conference & Multicultural Night

Christian Solis
November 20, 2019
The Orion Newscast: A Phoenix Rises

The Orion Newscast: A Phoenix Rises

Christian Solis
November 13, 2019
The Orion Newscast: Ballet on the Ridge & Queer Desire Art

The Orion Newscast: Ballet on the Ridge & Queer Desire Art

Christian Solis
November 6, 2019
The Orion Newscast: Protests & Protests

The Orion Newscast: Protests & Protests

Christian Solis
October 31, 2019
The Orion Newscast: Zombieland & Pumpkin Heads

[Video] The Orion Newscast: Zombieland & Pumpkin Heads

Christian Solis
October 23, 2019
The Orion Newscast: Queer Week and Between Two Ferns Review

[Video] The Orion Newscast: Queer Week and Between Two Ferns Review

Christian Solis
October 16, 2019
The Orion Newscast: New Paint & Joker Review

[Video] The Orion Newscast: New Paint & Joker Review

Christian Solis
October 9, 2019

[Video] The Orion Newscast: Global Climate Strike and Gloga

Christian Solis
September 25, 2019

[Video] We Sit Down with the Former Advisor for The Orion

Kendall George
May 13, 2019

[Video] Conversational: On Roommates

Reed McCoy, Opinion Columnist
April 28, 2019

[Video] Men’s Rugby Going to Nationals and Artist Makes Phoenix Out of Keys on the Orion Newscast 4/24/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
April 25, 2019

[Video] Trevor Guthrie Discusses New Role as AS President

Kendall George
April 23, 2019

[Video] Campus Elections and LGBTQ+ Conference on The Orion Newscast 4/17/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
April 17, 2019

[Video] Meet the 2019 Associated Students Presidential Candidates

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
April 15, 2019

[Video] 5 Mile Myth and Brooke Larsen on The Orion Newscast 4/10/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
April 10, 2019
Nirvan Mullick and crowd hold their fists up as the sign for the #ClimateUprising on Friday. The clenched fist is a symbol of the #ClimateUprising. Photo credit: Christian Solis

14th annual ‘This Way to Sustainability’: Climate change is already here

Kendall George, Gordy Papalias, Nate Rettinger, Christian Solis, and Josh Cozine
April 4, 2019

[Video] Sustainability and Wildcat of the Week on The Orion Newscast for 4/3/19

Christian Solis
April 3, 2019

[Video] Conversationals: Eating Vegan

Reed McCoy, Opinion Columnist
March 23, 2019

[Video] Cruzando Fronteras and Humanity for the Homeless on The Orion Newscast 3/13/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
March 13, 2019

[Video] Who is Benson?

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
March 12, 2019

[Video] Conversationals: Clothing & Gender Norms

Janette Estrada
March 11, 2019
The Orion Newscast 2/27/19

[Video] The Orion Newscast 2/27/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
February 27, 2019
The Orion Newscast 2/20/19

[Video] The Orion Newscast 2/20/19

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
February 20, 2019
Stephen Murray stands at the center of the banner with Camp Fire survivors raising their fists in unity to symbolize a #ClimateUprising, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, in Paradise, CA. Murray lost both his home and job in the blaze. Photo credit: Christian Solis

[Video] #ClimateUprising raises concerns for areas prone to climate-induced disasters

Trenton Taylor
February 19, 2019

[Video] Opinion Conversationals: Eating Disorders

Gage Northcutt
February 19, 2019
Matthew Mitchell is a Northern California native who struggled with homelessness and a sense of community for a year in Chico, CA. Here is what he had to say.

[Video] Who is Matthew Mitchell?

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
February 14, 2019
Photos and obituaries of the 85 who passed away in the Camp Fire on presentation in the foyer of the Paradise Performing Arts Center.

[Video] The Orion Newscast Feb. 13, 2019

Christian Solis, Visuals Editor
February 13, 2019
The American flag hangs over the entrance of the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico, CA on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019. Photo credit: Christian Solis

[Video] Red Cross shelter evacuation slows as protests stall

Julian Mendoza and Josh Cozine
February 1, 2019
Cindy Huge is a Red Cross volunteer who has worked at 24 national emergency shelters. She is currently stationed in Chico as part of public affairs for the Camp Fire shelter. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Red Cross Camp Fire shelter to close Jan. 31

Kendall George and Christian Solis
January 29, 2019
The Orion. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Video: The Orion Newscast Dec. 12

Natalie Hanson and Christian Solis
December 12, 2018
A line of Vans shoes, that were given away freely to victims of the Camp FIre Photo credit: Justin Jackson

[Video] The Orion Newscast Dec. 5

Christian Solis
December 5, 2018
A flame-shredded American flag hangs on a mostly burnt piece of wood on Wildwood Lane in Paradise. Photo Credit: Alex Grant

The Orion’s Camp Fire Newscast

Christian Solis
November 28, 2018
A man was walking alone up Skyway towards Paradise. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Photos: Camp Fire devastates Paradise, forces evacuations

Christian Solis
November 8, 2018
A Chico Unified School District bus proves at the Chico Parade of Lights that creativity does not stop with light decorations as any vehicle or object can be used as well. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

[Video] The Orion’s weekly newscast Oct. 17

Alex Grant, Christian Solis, and Alejandra Fraga
October 18, 2018
The Womens Resource Clinic held a fundraiser in the Bell Memorial Union Friday, while protestors stood outside the event to question the legitimacy of the clinic. Photo credit: Dominique Wood

The Orion’s first official weekly newscast Oct. 10

Alex Grant, Christian Solis, and Natalie Hanson
October 10, 2018
Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean of University of California, Berkeley Law School Photo credit: Christian Solis

Erwin Chemerinsky speaks about free speech

Christian Solis
October 3, 2018
Candidates from left to right; Alex Brown, Scott Huber, Rich Ober, Ken Rensink Photo credit: Christian Solis

Council Candidates speak on police role in the community

Christian Solis
September 26, 2018
Michael Coley broke into a copy room and classes close to the main office of Chico High School. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Chico High catches burglary on camera, leading to arrest

Christian Solis
September 13, 2018
Council candidates left students out of the conversation on Wednesday. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Chico City Council candidates address student concerns

Christian Solis
September 7, 2018
The Chico City Council meeting was more heated than usual, Tuesday night, as dozens of locals argued for or against a sit-lie ordinance. The sit-lie ordinance prohibits people from sitting or laying down on sidewalks or other public places.

Video: Sit-lie ordinance creates controversy at Chico City Council meeting

Christian Solis
September 5, 2018
Ducks floating down the creek in one of many races of the day. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Butte Creek Country Club’s Duck Derby tests kids duck luck

Christian Solis
August 31, 2018
Chico State President speaking on her support for freedom of speech on campus in 2018. Photo credit: Christian Solis.

Video: President Hutchinson addresses free speech

Christian Solis
August 28, 2018
Weekly News - The Weeks End Update, April 21

Weekly News – The Week’s End Update, April 21

Natalie Hanson, Alejandra Fraga, Christian Solis, and Josh Cozine
April 22, 2018
Hutchinson reminds students to keep friends and colleagues in thoughts and to extend support. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Support sister campus colleagues affected by wildfires, says Chico State president

Christian Solis
December 8, 2017
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Teacher finds packets of heroin or methadone during a class fieldtrip

Christian Solis
December 4, 2017
Student organizations encouraged the community to participate on the national day event. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico State fund raises on Giving Tuesday by increasing online formatting

Christian Solis
November 28, 2017
AS Board of Directors votes against water bottle ban. Photo credit: Helen Suh

Associated Students votes on the sale of water bottles on campus

Christian Solis
November 15, 2017

People smoke under umbrellas

Christian Solis and Natalie Hanson
November 13, 2017
Veterans Day ceremony was held at Chico Elks Lodge. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Veterans Day ceremony takes place at Chico Elks Lodge

Christian Solis
November 12, 2017
The council meeting discussed details on the sale of marijuana. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Chico council votes to regulate the use of marijuana

Christian Solis
November 8, 2017
Holbert will lead the FFA 2017-2018. Image courtesy of Breanna Holbert.

Chico State student elected national President of Future Farmers of America

Christian Solis
November 8, 2017
The man waving the firearm was arrested for outstanding felony and misdemeanor. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Man reported for exposing a firearm on Highway 99

Christian Solis
October 26, 2017
Five cameras are installed in the plaza and will be streamed to the Old Municipal Building.

Surveillance cameras enforce safety in the Downtown Chico Plaza

Christian Solis
October 26, 2017
OBrien spoke about finding the root of childhood delinquency in their family. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Chico Police Advisory Board discusses youth related issues

Christian Solis
October 20, 2017
Cherokee fire burned across table mountain and came close to highway 70. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Butte County opens an assistance center for wildfire victims

Christian Solis
October 17, 2017
Sutter Dining is a large proponent of switching to real food, all eggs are cage-free.

[Photo] Campus dining services poised to exceed real food goal

October 15, 2017
Chico State fraternity is accused of vandalising on campground. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha pleads guilty to vandalism charges

Christian Solis and Natalie Hanson
October 12, 2017
Tuition takes a five percent increase. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Tuition increase raises $2.9 million

Christian Solis
October 8, 2017
Butte station is the place for students and faculty to stop and grab a quick snack.

Butte Station sells less than last year

Christian Solis
October 6, 2017
Officer Mark Hoffman, was available to conversate with community members. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Conversations with cops held around town

Christian Solis
October 4, 2017
The victims name remains withheld by CPD. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Homicide reported in Chico State neighborhood

Christian Solis
October 2, 2017
Chico State student reported a sexual assault crime. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Rape reported at Whitney Hall

Christian Solis
September 28, 2017
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Woman reported stripping in parking lot

Christian Solis
September 22, 2017
Victims of the fire attended the meeting in Feather Falls for information about what to do next. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Ponderosa fire victims learn to rebuild their homes

Christian Solis
September 22, 2017
Trucks were loaded with piles of trash. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Community contributes to clean local parks

Christian Solis
September 16, 2017
Theo Myers is an Aventure Outings representative and invites student to participate. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Chico State aims to receive the National Outdoor Champion title

Christian Solis
September 13, 2017
Miller attended the 9-11 rememberance ceremony. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Fire Department hosts a 911 remembrance ceremony

Christian Solis
September 11, 2017
Little girl places ball in community basket. Photo credit: Christian Solis

The Chico community unites with a common goal; Depolarizing Chico

Christian Solis
September 8, 2017
Students raise money for hurricane victims. Photo courtesy of Chana Zwiebel

Students fund raise to help aid hurricane victims

Christian Solis
September 6, 2017
Sgt. Steve Collins investigates the case. Photo courtesy of Butte County Sheriffs Office.

Stolen items found in a local storage unit

Christian Solis
September 6, 2017
Photo courtesy of Amanda Martin

Park Rangers are allowed to carry firearms

Christian Solis
September 6, 2017
Photo courtesy of Butte County Sheriffs Office

Fire in Butte County leads to evacuations

Christian Solis
August 30, 2017
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Car flips during an accident

August 25, 2017
Sciences will be taught in the new building. Image credit to SmithgroupJJR.

New Science Building coming soon

Christian Solis
August 25, 2017
Butte Colleges Office of Title IX Coordinator new procedures against sexual assault.

Sexual assault investigation at Butte College

August 25, 2017
These workshop like classes, will meet throughout the academic year. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Remedial Math and English is no longer an option

Christian Solis
August 19, 2017
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