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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

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Millenials too broke to break up

Susan Whaley // April 2, 2017

The cost of living is beyond reach for many millennials. People who are falling behind on their monthly budget might end up leeching off their relationships or being stuck with a person for financial reasons....

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Inline hockey team is small but mighty

Marc Wilson // March 28, 2017

While many Chico State students belong to multiple clubs on campus, some are also on an athletic team hoping to continue their careers at a competitive level. Unfortunately, some smaller clubs and teams...

Reported stabbing remains under investigation with two suspects identified. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Early morning stabbing under investigation

Jacqueline Morales // March 27, 2017

A victim was reported stabbed to the Chico Police Department this morning in the area of Miller and Pomona Avenue.According to a press release, the call was received at 1:30 a.m. and shortly after Chico...

Besides protesting the repeal of Obamacare, the marchers want to educate Chico citizens on womens rights and other issues Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico group to protest Trump for next four years

George Johnston // March 23, 2017

Jan Andrews has been protesting since the late 60s. Andrews and her group gathered on the corner of Broadway Street to being protesting the Trump administration and its policies March 23.The group started...

Jayme Rodriguez a third-year theater major Photo credit: Floritzel Salvador

What is American Culture?

Susan Whaley // March 21, 2017

Being American is often associated with having no culture, or is grouped into one large categorized group.There is no easy way to define a specific culture, but Chico State professor and Chair of Department...

A Police Advisory Community Board meeting was held at 441 Main St. Photo credit: Jafet Serrato

Crime rates drop, but is it enough?

Jafet Serrato // March 9, 2017

The number of total crimes in Chico decreased by five percent in 2016 compared to 2015, according to the Police Community Advisory Board meeting. Violence and property crimes decreased by more than 220...

Sanctuary City proposal Photo credit: Bianca Quilantan

City council rejects sanctuary city proposal

Daniel Wright // February 22, 2017

Residents of Chico were denied making the city a sanctuary at the council meeting Feb. 21. People ranging from doctors to Chico State students came to support this resolution. “I would like the...

Chico City Council at Tuesdays meeting. Photo credit: Bianca Quilantan

$96,000 project in place to decrease traffic issues

Alejandra Fraga // February 22, 2017

Chico City Council approved a proposed plan by the Chico Police Department designed to provide the city with traffic enforcement and relief from burglaries and thefts Tuesday. “The City of Chico...

Mark Haley reflecting on whats happening in the evacuations Photo credit: George Johnston

Oroville evacuees adjust to life in shelter

George Johnston // February 13, 2017

At least 1,100 people have taken shelter at the Silver Dollar Fairground, according to the American Red Cross. Five buildings have been converted into dorms for incoming evacuees, and volunteers are...

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Minimum wage good where it is

Marrion Charissa Cruz // February 7, 2017
College students need cash, but not at this price.
Lake Oroville levels spike through the month of January. Photo credit: Alejandra Fraga

Lake Oroville levels spike

Alejandra Fraga // February 1, 2017

Lake Oroville has experienced some of its highest water levels through the month of January."Storms have impacted levels dramatically, we are already releasing water through dams" Tim Sharkey, Project...

Robi Camacho (on the left) and Susan Sullivan (on the right) protesting against the immigration ban from President Donald Trump. Photo credit: Jafet Serrato

Protests against immigration ban erupt in Chico

Jafet Serrato // January 29, 2017

Around 70 to 100 people peacefully protested in opposition of the executive orders made by President Donald Trump, regarding an immigration ban on seven countries.The protests were located at the intersection...

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