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Good day Chico! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Chico State's latest crime logs reveal about campus and downtown safety
  • How Chico's veterans got free help at this weekend's Stand Down
  • How rising ICE transfers at Butte County jail could affect Chico residents

Also on today's calendar: 🎪Closing Night of the Tuesday Night Market & Bed Races! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 95 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Record-tying temperatures, temps: high: 101, low: 67.
  • Tuesday: Record-tying temperatures, with a high of 100 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Police Blotter: An individual was charged with a DUI following erratic driving (theorion.com) — Recent University Police logs detail several DUI arrests on Broadway near downtown Chico, including wrong-way driving and a driver allegedly giving a false identity. The report also highlights stalking concerns involving a Chico State student employee and multiple bike and scooter thefts on campus, reminding residents and students to stay alert and secure their property.
   

• Butte County Veterans Stand Down takes place at Elks Lodge in Chico (actionnewsnow.com) — Local veterans had one last chance today to access free housing help, VA benefits counseling, health services, and hot meals at the Butte County Veterans Stand Down at Chico's Elks Lodge. Organizers also arranged free VA shuttles from nearby towns to Chico, aiming to reach unhoused and struggling veterans before the event wrapped up at 2 p.m.
   

• Butte County ICE Activity Remains High in 2026 (americancommunitymedia.org) — Butte County's jail in Chico has already transferred seven inmates to ICE this year, surpassing last year's total and signaling intensified immigration enforcement under the current Trump administration. Sheriff Kory Honea explains how California's SB 54 limits cooperation, why he believes it complicates public safety, and how rising detainer requests and arrests mirror national trends that could affect local families and communities.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My cat went missing during the last weekend of August and I've been looking everywhere for her.
    She's microchipped and spayed. She's very friendly and I'm afraid someone may have taken her. If anyone has seen her, please let me know. She's a… (Nextdoor Keefer/Hicks)
  • I love this historic ice cream and candy store run by a woman I've known since she was 13 years old!
    My late husband and I always enjoyed bringing our grandson here for ice cream in the late spring, summer and fall as a special treat! I am continuing… (Nextdoor Howard Dr)
  • Big 5 Sporting Goods posted a job opening for Assistant Manager Trainee- Part Time in Chico. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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Oroville

  • Oroville mayor: David Pittman brings 'unique understanding' to city projects, budgets (chicoer.com)

Ok Chico! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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