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Californians have proposed new governments since the early 1940s. Here is a brief history of several major proposals.The State of Jefferson Originates (1941)Jefferson would be a state comprised of Oregon’s...
When your child heads off to college, you want them to be prepared for anything. Here are some of the best ways to help out your little undergraduate student.
San Francisco brings home the award for best vacation spot in the Best of Chico poll.
Instead of sitting solemnly in your dorm wishing Broadway Heights was open past 9 p.m., check out the winner of the best late night food and a list of midnight menus from other killer Chico restaurants.
Hiking is one of Chico's favorite pastimes. The Orion compiled the ultimate list of locations and details for an unforgettable trip.
Local artist Brent Clark dished about touring with The Grateful Dead, working in the professional screen printing field and craftsmanship.
Kevin Lyman, a mastermind behind famous music festivals, spoke to Chico State students about founding and managing tours, bouncing back from flops and branding bands at the Performing Arts Center on Thursday.
The holiday rock 'n' rollers filled Duffy's Tavern with their characteristic seasonal cheer, satire and foam snow on Friday.
The goth rock band's latest is a well-produced, tight album that proves the band can still make dramatic and entertaining music despite its evolving sound.
Stand-up comics from Chico and the Bay Area shared bold, hilariously absurd and wonderfully tasteless jokes and stories Friday at 1078 Gallery.
The Orion sat down with the musician and Chico State English professor to talk about touring, teaching and Chico's supportive music scene.
The ambitious new project at 1078 Gallery, featuring live music, sculpture, photography, painting and more, is on track to become a staple monthly event for local artists and residents.
Yusef Swafford is known for his bold brand of comedy, but he is also a Chico State student, singer, sailor and former Naval technician.
The 10th annual FOCUS festival will feature almost 30 film screenings celebrating diversity and inclusion on campus and in the community.
Evan Kelsay owns and operates Apocalypse Guitars, creating and repairing guitars and basses for Northern California players.
The pop musicians dished about harsh ocean currents, Blink-182 and being dumped on the highway.
Hail The Sun, Icarus The Owl, Stolas and Surrounded By Giants will perform an intimate, lively, hardcore-punk show Sunday.
"Gone Girl," released Friday, is demented, creepy and impossible for viewers to tear their eyes from. The film has the potential to completely re-vamp the suspense drama.
Blue Room Theatre's rendition of the powerful, timeless story will end its run Sept. 27.
1078 Gallery brought local musicians together for a memorable and inspiring performance on Friday.
Chico Performances' 21st annual Chico World Music Festival featured incredible international acts, children's crafts and giant sawmill puppets.
Chances are local musician, producer and Chico State alumnus Joshua Hegg is either performing, producing or directing local shows.
The American rock band released its latest album on Tuesday after a four-year hiatus.
The Orion spoke with Teeph's guitarist, Sesar Sanchez, about the band's upcoming performance at Monstros Pizza, featuring seasoned and debut acts.
Local bands West by Swan and Metronaut and Oakland's The Sorority played a solid rock show Friday at Monstros Pizza.
Chico Performances and the Wildcat Welcome committee presented the first annual Wildcat Welcome Concert, featuring Run River North and Chico's own The LoLos.
