Good morning, Redding.

A candlelight vigil will be held this Sunday, May 4 at Sundial Bridge to honor missing persons and missing and murdered Indigenous people.

The event runs from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and will feature guest speakers, music, dancers, and a moment of silence—an evening that unites the community.

Today, Haven Humane Society in Anderson begins the national Empty the Shelters adoption event as it lowers fees to $25 for dogs and $10 for cats until May 15.

A small plane crashed Tuesday near Cottonwood in Tehama County, killing one man and injuring another — the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause.

A small plane crashed in Tehama County Tuesday near Cottonwood, killing its pilot and leaving a passenger seriously injured + the FAA confirmed Wednesday that the single-engine Aeronca Champion 7-EC was registered to a local resident while FAA and NTSB investigators began their probe.

A small plane crashed near Phyllis Road south of Cottonwood in Tehama County Tuesday afternoon, killing one person and injuring another who was flown to (UCDMC) as the National Transportation Safety Board began an investigation.

Simpson University in Redding will cut tuition fees by half this fall for transfers from community colleges such as Shasta, Butte, and College of the Siskiyous — lowering costs to about $4,000 a year for those with Cal and Pell grants and nearly $20,000 for others — while non-transfer students will face a 3% tuition rise.

Today the Paradise Pipeline Project brings new traffic changes as Elliott Road will be closed from Clark Road to Maxwell Drive on weekdays until May 14th — residents should plan alternative routes.

Shasta Celtic Arts & Crafts Music Fair

11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Caldwell Park — Free entry — Experience live plein air painting, a vibrant marketplace, and family-friendly activities at this community celebration.

2nd Annual Shasta Celtic Arts and Crafts Fair

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Caldwell Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of live painting, family activities, and handmade crafts from local vendors.

2025 Northern California Venture Conference

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Sheraton Redding Hotel at the Sundial Bridge — Ticket covers all — Connect with investors, founders, and innovative business ideas in this one-day venture conference.

Redding Fire Festival: Cirque Show & Craft Fair

3-9:30 p.m. — Shasta District Fair & Event Center — General Admission $15 — Immerse in a fantastical world of cirque performance and unique artisan crafts at this family-friendly event.

Bike About Shasta Beginner Ride #2

6-7:30 p.m. — Shasta Bike Depot — Cost of ice cream treat — A beginner-friendly 5-mile ride featuring bike safety tips and group support followed by a sweet treat.

77th Redding Rodeo

7 PM – 10 PM — Redding Rodeo Grounds — Tickets available — Experience thrilling rodeo action with top competitors in bull riding, barrel racing, and family-friendly entertainment.

Redding Rodeo Pancake Breakfast

5-10 a.m. — Market Center — $6 pre-sale, $7 at the entrance — Enjoy all-you-can-eat fluffy pancakes at the largest outdoor community breakfast in the USA.

Whiskeytown Bike Camping Adventure

3 AM – 7 AM — Redding Adventure Hub — Free entry — Experience a self-supported overnight bike camping trip with scenic rides and casual camaraderie.

Taste of Africa Festival

12 AM — St Joseph Catholic School — Cost varies — Celebrate the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Africa with music, dance, and food.

Bowl for Cancer

3-5 p.m. — Country Bowl — $50 for single player or $300 for team of six — Gather the community for a fun-filled bowling scramble to support childhood cancer research.