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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Off the Record: Chicoween

This week on Off the Record, Rachael Bayuk, Rayanne Painter and Brooke Martin talk about the importance of cultural appropriation, consent and out-of-towners during Chicoween. 0:01- Introduction0:07- Topics0:15-...

Illustration by Jamie Munoz

Wildcat on the Street: Chicoween

Karen Limones // October 24, 2018

With Halloween right around the corner, reporter Brooke Martin went around campus asking students their thoughts on Chicoween. Brooke Martin can be reached at [email protected] or @bmartin471...

Halloween doesn’t have to be scary

Rachael Bayuk // October 24, 2018
Bring a sweater.
Im sure hes just there to trim the hedges or something. Image from imdb.

‘Halloween’ is back but not better than ever

Ulises Duenas // October 23, 2018

Why did they have to call this movie "Halloween?" Put some subtitle after it so people don't get confused. For the purpose of this review I'll refer to the new "Halloween" as "THIS" and the original as...

The scary part of people visiting for Chicoween

Brooke Martin // October 22, 2018
Out of towners coming up on Chicoween, is more of a trick than a treat.
Late night Halloween house party turns into an early morning shooting, one person injured. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Shots fired at Halloween house party near Chico State

Jacqueline Morales // November 1, 2017

Multiple shootings are fired at a Halloween house party, victim is hospitalized early morning Wednesday Nov.1. The incident was reported at the 700 block of Normal Avenue at the scene of a late night Halloween...

Police end Halloween weekend operations plan. Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Chico Police end its special event regulations after Halloween

Jacqueline Morales // November 1, 2017

Chico Police Department continued to ensure public safety regulations after Halloween weekend. CPD's operation plan started Friday at 6 p.m. and ended Wednesday at 6 a.m., according to a press release....

Pet safety tips given on Halloween. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Local shelter provides tips for pet safety on Halloween

Natalie Hanson // October 27, 2017

Chico Animal Shelter reminds pet owners about animal safety during the Halloween holiday. Halloween can be a fun time for all but can be a frightening and dangerous time of year for pets. There are...

Chico Police sends out a saftey message for Halloween weekend. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico Police advise caution over Halloween weekend

Natalie Hanson // October 27, 2017

The city of Chico will be enforcing special regulations over this holiday weekend in the interest of public safety. Halloween weekend is expected to be busier than usual. Chico Police will take a proactive...

Costumes on a college budget

Andrew Freeman // October 26, 2017

Halloween is right around the corner, which means it's time to break out the spooky decor. Spider webs covering every possible surface, cauldrons filled to the brim with candy and of course the countless...

Monster Mash cover art

Spooky Playlist

Julia Maldonado // October 26, 2017

This is Halloween - Marilyn Manson - The Nightmare Before Christmas Monster Mash - Bobby Pickett - The Original Monster Mash Time Warp - Richard O'Brien - Rocky Horror Picture Show I Put a Spell...

Image stills from Casper the Friendly Ghost

Which Halloween movie are you?

Alejandra Solorio // October 25, 2017

Halloween brings out the depth in people. It's no surprise that it's so many people's favorite holiday. Take this fun interactive quiz and find out which classic Halloween movie you are and the spookiest...

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