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Fire WatchCal Fire plans to burn 237 acres near Igo through WednesdayIf you're headed out toward Igo, expect smoke. Cal Fire's Shasta-Trinity Unit plans to burn about 237 acres of non-native grasses, brush and dead and downed trees off Lower Gas Point Road, southwest of the Igo Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Cal Fire plans the work from Monday, Nov. 2, through Wednesday, Nov. 4, and KQMS Radio says the burning happens only if conditions are just right.Today’s editionRead Fire WatchRedding's open burning season started Nov. 1, and permits are freeIf you've got brush to clear, Redding's open burning season began Sunday, Nov. 1, after the city lifted its seasonal burn ban, the Redding Fire Department said. You need a free permit from cityofredding.gov/burnpermit, and only dry vegetation can be burned. Burn barrels aren't allowed.Today’s editionRead

Around Redding

From Record Searchlight, Shasta Scout and 6 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Record Searchlight31 minutes ago

    Kelstrom, Gallagher in Shasta District 5 supervisor race homestretch

    Incumbent Chris Kelstrom faces Mike Gallagher in a runoff for the Shasta County District 5 supervisor seat.

  2. Record Searchlight33 minutes ago

    Wenham, Prosperi, Audette among 9 running in Redding council race

    Nine candidates are vying for three open seats on the Redding City Council in Tuesday's election.

    Also reported byShasta Scout

  3. Record Searchlight37 minutes ago

    Voters electing Shasta County school board winners

    Shasta County voters head to the polls to cast their ballot on which four candidates advance to seats on the Board of Education.

  4. Record Searchlight41 minutes ago

    Voters in Anderson, Shasta Lake electing winners in council races

    Voters in Anderson and Shasta Lake head to the polls Nov. 3 to decide city council races. See who is on the ballot.

  5. Record Searchlight49 minutes ago

    Huffman, Littau vie in redrawn House District 2 race

    U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman faced political newcomer Robin Littau in California's newly redrawn Congressional District 2.

  6. Record Searchlight1 hour ago

    Council considers special election after race left off Nov. 3 ballot

    Redding City Council will discuss hosting a special election in 2027 after the county elections offices left an uncontested race off the Nov.3 ballot.

  7. Record Searchlight2 hours ago

    Live election results for key Shasta County races

    Here are the live reported vote totals in key Shasta County elections.

  8. Shasta Scout8 hours ago

    More than a dozen Shasta school board candidates have been endorsed by Moms for Liberty

    The candidates are running for a range of school boards, including the Shasta County Office of Education. Shasta Scout unpacks what a Moms for Liberty endorsement means and why it matters.

  9. KRCR8 hours ago

    Redding dragstrip operators accuse council member of collusion and demand recusal

    Redding's City Council will be considering the future of the lease arrangement at the Redding Motorsports Park at their Tuesday meeting, however according to le

  10. Shasta Scout10 hours ago

    Gorman issues clarification on campaign payment that could violate California law

    A payment from Authur Gorman to his wife, Katie Gorman, may violate the Fair Political Practices Act. The law bars candidates from using campaign funds to compensate spouses or domestic partners for services. A clarification was uploaded to Gorman’s campaign filing portal today referring to the payment as a reimbursement.

  11. Action News Now11 hours ago

    Rabies alert: 3 bats test positive in Shasta County

    3 bats in Shasta County have tested positive for rabies this year, prompting a reminder from Shasta Public Health to vaccinate your pets and avoid contact with bats and other

  12. Action News Now11 hours ago

    Redding ballot error could cost taxpayers up to $300K

    Redding city officials are working to fix a ballot error that left City Clerk Sharlene Tipton's name off the November 3 ballot — and a special election to correct it

  13. KRCR11 hours ago

    Measures E and F return to Shasta County ballots for the second time

    Shasta County voters are being asked to weigh in on two familiar ballot measures that would amend the county charter, after similar proposals failed in 2024.

  14. KRCR12 hours ago

    New inmate uniforms bring back black-and-white stripes in Shasta County

    In a return to the tradion, Shasta County jail inmates are now wearing black-and-white striped uniforms during court appearances and inside the jail, a change o

  15. Action News Now12 hours ago

    Redding Motorsports Park dispute raises questions about campaign contribution to Councilmember Tenessa Audette

  16. Lassen County News13 hours ago

    Over half of young Californians choosing hometown careers over big cities, study finds

    Getting ahead has long come with an assumed first step: getting out. Leave your hometown, find a bigger job market,...

  17. Action News Now15 hours ago

    Shasta County bat rabies cases rise — what you need to know

  18. Record Searchlight15 hours ago

    Redding-area football power rankings heading into regular season finale

    See which teams improved their standing in the Redding-area football power rankings heading into Week 10.

  19. KRCR16 hours ago

    City lifts seasonal burn ban; Redding Fire issues permit, pile size and time rules

    Redding’s open burning season began Sunday, Nov. 1, after the city lifted its seasonal burn ban, the Redding Fire Department said.Residents need a free permit a

  20. Record Searchlight18 hours ago

    Shasta County voter guide 2026: Key races, statewide propositions

    Shasta County voters help decide key local, state and federal races on Nov. 3. From Dist. 5 supervisor, school board, Redding, Anderson and Shasta Lake councils and more, here's a rundown.

  21. KRCR18 hours ago

    237-acre burn near Igo expected to impact air quality through Wednesday

    Drivers and residents near Lower Gas Point Road southwest of Igo should expect smoke and increased emergency activity through Wednesday, Nov. 4, as Cal Fire ...

    Also reported byAction News Now

  22. KRCR20 hours ago

    NATCHITOCHES PARISH,LOUISIANA,LOUISIANA

    KRCR News Channel 7 and KCVU Fox 20 offers local and national news, sports, and weather forecasts to viewers in the Northstate including Redding, Shasta Lake, Shingletown, Anderson, Red Bluff, Corning ...

  23. KQMS Radio21 hours ago

    Update: New Life Discovery Project Issues Response To Redding Police

    Following a statement last week by Redding Police about New Life Discovery Project, the non-profit organization has released their own statement.

  24. KQMS Radio21 hours ago

    Cal Fire Plans To Torch 237 Acres This Week Near The Northern California Veterans Cemetery

    Cal Fire will be doing some burning near the Veterans Cemetery.

  25. Redheaded BlackbeltYesterday

    Shasta-Trinity National Forest plans prescribed fire near Mount Shasta, Weaverville

    Prescribed fire is a key tool in reducing wildfire risk…

  26. A News CafeNov. 1

    ‘Out of tears’: Henderson Ditch neighbors dread a wet winter, and for good reason

    The Borgels say they’re among seven homeowners in the Rother Riverside neighborhood who suffered nearly $700,000 in overall damage. The flash flooding was so severe in parts of the city that walls of sandbags wouldn’t have held it back. That…

  27. Action News NowNov. 1

    Gary Sinise brings new memoir to Redding's Cascade Theatre

    Actor Gary Sinise, known for his role as Lieutenant Dan in "Forrest Gump," visited Redding's Cascade Theatre to discuss his new memoir, "Graceful Warrior," which chronicles his family's journey through

    Also reported byKRCR

  28. Action News NowNov. 1

    Redding residents can burn again — here's what you need to know

    Burn season is now open in the City of Redding, and free open burning permits are available for both residential and commercial use at cityofredding.gov/burnpermit. Before you burn, call 530.224.8777 after 9:15 a.m. each day to confirm it's a permissive burn day and review the requirements to keep your property and neighbors safe.

  29. Action News NowOct. 31

    Hollywood actor & author Gary Sinise promotes new memoir in Redding

    Hollywood actor Gary Sinise, known for his roles in 'Forrest Gump' and 'CSI: NY' made a stop at the Cascade Theatre in Redding tonight to promote his upcoming memoir about

In brief

The short notes of Daily Redding’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • RabiesThree bats in Shasta County have tested positive for rabies this year.

    Three bats in Shasta County have tested positive for rabies this year. Because rabies is present in all California counties and can be fatal, Shasta Public Health is reminding people to vaccinate their pets, avoid bats and other wild animals, and safely contain a bat suspected of biting a person or pet for testing.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Action News Now

  • MemoirActor Gary Sinise spoke Saturday at Redding's Cascade Theater about his new memoir, "Graceful Warrior," at an event hosted by Simpson University and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute.

    Actor Gary Sinise spoke Saturday at Redding's Cascade Theater about his new memoir, "Graceful Warrior," at an event hosted by Simpson University and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. The book tells of his family's journey through multiple cancer diagnoses, including the rare cancer that claimed the life of his son, Mac.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: KRCR, Action News Now

  • Forest burnsThe Shasta-Trinity National Forest planned prescribed fire operations starting Monday, Nov.

    The Shasta-Trinity National Forest planned prescribed fire operations starting Monday, Nov. 2, as weather allows and approvals come through. The original schedule covered 2,083 acres: 83 in the Weaverville Community Forest and 2,000 in the Highway 89 Underburn east of McCloud. KRCR reports the Forest Service postponed the Highway 89 burn, and its latest update did not say whether the Weaverville burn went ahead Monday.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Redheaded Blackbelt, KRCR