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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

An email sent out to Sonoma State on Jan. 22 announced staff positions and student programs to be eliminated to bridge the budget deficit. Graphic made by Nadia Hill Jan. 29.

Sonoma State budget cuts eliminate athletics and reduce programs and faculty

Nadia Hill, Multimedia Editor
January 30, 2025

Sonoma State announced significant cuts to faculty positions, departments and the elimination of their National College Athletic Association Division II Athletics. Students and faculty received an email...

The areas affected may qualify to receive federal funding. Image screenshot.

President Trump declares major disaster for California; Federal funding available

Natalie Hanson
October 11, 2017

President Trump has approved a declaration of major disaster due to widespread fires in California.The Federal Emergency Management Agency will assist state, tribal and local recovery efforts. Funding...

Many areas were affected due to multiple fires, leading to evacuations. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wild fires force local evacuations in Butte County

Natalie Hanson
October 9, 2017

Cal Fire called for evacuations in response to a wide spread fire near Oroville Sunday night.The Cherokee Road and Zonalea Lane fire spread to Hwy 70. Evacuation orders were called for:-The west side of...