Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Evan Annenson, Daniel, Brooke Houston, Steve Breedlove and Nick are pictured here after banning together at the Chico City Chambers to voice their disapproval of the sit and lie ordinance. They sing after a controversial night. Photo credit: Daelin Wofford

Photo of the day

Daelin Wofford // September 5, 2018

Evan Annenson, Daniel, Brooke Houston, Steve Breedlove and Nick are pictured here after banning together at the Chico City Chambers to voice their disapproval of the sit and lie ordinance. They sing after...

Jacqueline Reyes, first-year animal science major, said Chico should provide more rehabilitation services to individuals in town. Photo credit: Elizabeth Castillo

New ordinance alleviates public safety concerns

Elizabeth Castillo // September 27, 2015
The Offenses Against Public Property Ordinance provides stricter rules for public spaces in Chico.
Alexander Carter, 22, has been homeless for two years and is currently attending Butte College for his third semester. Photo credit: Emily Teague

Ordinance outrages, excludes homeless in community

Eve Dixon // September 27, 2015
Many members of the homeless and transient community feel oppressed by the passing of the Offenses Against Public Property Ordinance.
Jay, a local homeless man, stands outside of businesses in hopes of compassion Photo credit: Emily Teague

Downtown businesses struggle with homeless

Madison Holmes // April 15, 2014
The transient population in downtown Chico leaves customers frightened and business owners exasperated.
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