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CUSD approves $240 million budget in uncertain fiscal year

CUSD approves $240 million budget in uncertain fiscal year

The Chico Unified School District (CUSD) Board of Trustees has approved what it says is a balanced budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year pending the governor’s final decision on statewide education spending. District staff heralded the $240 million budget as one that addresses financial challenges, and trustees voted unanimously to approve it at the June 24 meeting. CUSD, with about …

ChicoSol’s immigration reporting recognized with second place by CNPA

ChicoSol’s 2025 immigration reporting won statewide recognition with a second place in the recent California News Publishers Association contest for this story and others. The story focused on Ozan, a Chico resident who was arrested by ICE inside Butte County Superior Court.

Thank you to our readers who make possible award-winning reporting that brings statewide attention to issues like immigration. Please consider visiting our membership page and supporting ChicoSol with a monthly donation, no matter the size.

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Chico-area residents gathered for vigils June 23 following the shooting that killed two men — Robert Johnson of Orland and Jacob “Cody” Hull of Chico. video by Chris Hutton

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June 30, 11:00am Fundraiser for families of shooting victims
Location: Tea Bar & Fusion Kitchen - 250 Vallombrosa Ave & 555 Flying V St., unit 1, Chico
July 7, 6:00pm Chico City Council
Location: 421 Main St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
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Investigative reporting recognized statewide

Investigative reporting recognized statewide

ChicoSol has been recognized with a second place award in investigative reporting in the California News Publishers Association (CNPA) annual …
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Jun 27
“Thank you, ChicoSol. I’m so grateful for this more personal sharing about the two dear people whose lives were taken, and those who they loved.I also appreciate the comments about.the Sayer family,…”
Emily Alma on Chicoans flock to fundraiser for library shooting victims
Jun 27
“Thank you, the correction has been made.”
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Jun 25
“Senator McGuire has a son, Connor, not a daughter.”
Mary Kay Benson on Two vigils honor victims of Chico library shooting
Jun 24
“Congratulations Dave Waddell! Your recognition is well-deserved. You are shining a light on corrupt, insular, appalling law enforcement abuses in Chico. The cowardly local media praises the police while the small but…”
Scott Rushing on Investigative reporting recognized statewide

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