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A musical of six choir students whose lives are cut short in a freak accident is debuting at Paradise’s Theatre on the Ridge.
Shows and Podcasts
Best of Blue Dot: California's imperiled Delta region
Blue Dot takes a deep look at issues surrounding one of the world's most diverse waterways, the California Delta.
Residents speak on heat | Voters split on voter ID, back wealth tax | Shasta petition targets elections officials
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, March 20, 2026.
Cultivating Place: Vernal Equinox Special: The Glorians, with Terry Tempest Williams
In honor of the Vernal Equinox, and the balance we long for, we are joined this week by humanist, conservationist, Professor, and writer in residence at the Harvard Divinity School, Terry Tempest Williams.
Chico explores public drinking zones | Cesar Chavez fallout | Heat wave reaches peak
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Nancy's Bookshelf: Chico writers tackle mystery and poetry
Two Chico writers who each had prior professions before becoming writers. Mike Paull, a former dentist, writes mysteries, and Les Hait, a former lawyer, writes poetry.
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Alex Brandon/AP PhotoThe president’s supporters are sticking with him despite his campaign promises to not start new wars. -
YouTubeParadise leaders voted to rename the town council chambers in honor of the late Congressman Doug LaMalfa, citing his role in helping secure funding for the town after the Camp Fire. -
Claudia Brancart/NSPRState Sen. Mike McGuire stopped in Chico over the weekend while campaigning for California’s 1st Congressional District, saying he's Democrats’ best chance to turn the district from red to blue. -
Claudia Brancart/NSPRAbout 7,400 customers were without power at one point, a PG&E spokesperson said. -
Melodie EllisonFrom friendship to racing against time, this raunchy comedy packs all the messages and laughs needed for a night in the theater. -
Angel Huracha/NSPRHere’s what’s happening in the Chico area from March 5 to March 11. -
Claudia Brancart/NSPRAt Tuesday’s council meeting, over a dozen residents spoke against the Chico Police Department buying up to $1.3 million in military equipment. Despite council giving the go ahead, many in attendance want more oversight in police spending. -
When has NSPR shown up for you? For Rural Voices Day, North State Public Radio is asking listeners across the North State to share their stories.
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NPR's justice correspondent Carrie Johnson speaks with Adrian Ma about Robert Mueller. The former FBI Director and special counsel has died at the age of 81, his family said.
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Studies have shown optimism promotes longevity, can lead to higher career success and even reduce risk of chronic disease. Life Kit offers tips on how to be more optimistic.
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After weeks of escalation, can diplomacy end the conflict between Iran, the US and Israel? NPR's Adrian Ma poses that question to former Iranian diplomat Hossein Mousavian.
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As tensions between Washington and Havana mount, what is life like for Cubans living through a weekslong oil blockade? NPR's Adrian Ma speaks to CNN's Havana Bureau Chief Patrick Oppmann about life on the island.
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