Desmond Phillips kept alive by justice seekers
Julian Mendoza
October 25, 2019
Almost three years have passed since Desmond Phillips was killed. Despite the time that has passed, activists continue to seek out justice for him.Burgers and Brew customers were enjoying their meals, when activist David Phillips arrived with a crowd behind him, walking in front of the seating area wi...
Choose Chico brings in future Wildcats
Trenton Taylor
April 9, 2019
The overcast skies and light showers weren't enough to keep future Wildcats from getting their iconic first picture by the Chico State sign in front of Kendall Hall.Even Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson was impressed with the turnout."We have 1900 prospective students on campus today, which is up ...
Campus asks for responsible participation in Cesar Chavez Day
March 27, 2019
On what many consider a day off from classes and a welcome opportunity after spring break to party, Chico State is offering opportunities to celebrate the upcoming holiday, Cesar Chavez Day, with more cultural awareness and education. Although the holiday celebrates the civil rights leader Chavez,...
Chico Police deal with a week long crime wave
Gordy Papalias
March 12, 2019
Multiple StabbingsChico Police responded to three stabbings that happened within a 24-hour span last Monday. Police suspect that two of the incidents involve the same person at the same apartment complex.One incident involved a juvenile who was accused of stealing property. The juvenile got upset and then stabbed the accuser in the abdomen. The victim fled the scene and got himself to the nearest hospital.The juvenile was arrested by Chico Police at the scene of the stabbing and taken to Butte Juvenile Hall.T...
Police chase results in arrest of one of Butte County’s most notorious criminals
Gordy Papalias
February 12, 2019
Chico police officers engaged in a car chase of suspect Brian Matthew Loo on Sunday, which started in the Kohl’s parking lot. Undercover officers showed up to the parking lot to contact a man who was responsible for breaking into a Chico resident's vehicle and stealing the contents inside. Officers identifie...
DACA webinar provides clarity and information
Nate Rettinger
February 8, 2019
The Dream Center participated in a webinar put on by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center on Tuesday morning. The presentation went over the current state of the DACA program, litigation preventing the cancelation of the program and best practices for renewing a DACA application.There are currently 10 nationwide cases fighting against a shut down of the DACA program, including Batalla Vidal v. ...
Associated Students hosts tacos and trivia night
Trenton Taylor
February 3, 2019
A handful of students were treated to all-you-can-eat tacos and trivia at the BMU Thursday night. This is one of many events that Associated Students Productions hosts for Chico State students throughout the semester. Trivia questions varied from science and movies to Chico State facts. Questions were proj...
Phase II of Camp Fire debris removal to begin Tuesday
Olyvia Simpson
January 29, 2019
Dozens gathered at Elk's Lodge Monday night to hear the status of debris clean-up in Paradise and surrounding areas. With the Camp Fire breaking out almost three months ago on November 8, many were concerned with how much longer the road to recovery would be. “The goal we’re shooting for is 12...
Chico mourns passing of Linda Blacksten
Dan Christian
November 7, 2018
The Devil whispered in her ear, “You’re not strong enough to withstand the storm.”Today she whispered in the Devil’s ear, “I am the storm.”– UnknownIn the early hours of October 30, 2018, Linda Blacksten, 55, passed away just outside the south entrance to Kenda...
Indecent exposure and sex crimes, battery and fights
Dan Christian
November 7, 2018
University Police Call Type: Sex Crime Tuesday 1:31 p.m., Sutter Hall Reporting party stated their niece had been raped 2 days prior and knows the suspect. Call Type: Battery Tuesday 5:07 p.m., West Legion Avenue A heavy set woman in a violet shirt reportedly struck a student at the front desk. Reporting p...
Body found at Kendall Hall, police investigation ongoing
October 30, 2018
Kendall Hall was taped off and closed Tuesday morning after a deceased body was found on campus.On Monday night, police discovered a body on campus in the area around Kendall Hall. The building was closed to the campus on Tuesday until 11 a.m. and the area around the building was taped off for most ...
The Orion News: The Week’s End Update May 11, 2018
May 12, 2018
The week’s wrap up broadcast of breaking news reports at Chico State and in the Butte County area, from May 6 to May 11. Natalie Hanson, Alejandra Fraga, Christian Solis and Josh Cozine can be reached at [email protected] [email protected]_news on Twitter....
