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Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Redding. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Flooding from Sunday's rain left a family stranded on Rancho Trail in Bella Vista when a crater opened on the road; crews are now checking the area for safety concerns. Action News Now
- ➤ After heavy storms, Pilgrim Congregational Church in Redding became a flood emergency shelter, giving locals a safe place to gather. Record Searchlight
- ➤ Residents in Redding are cleaning up and repairing fences after powerful storms and floods damaged property. Community members continue working to restore affected areas. Record Searchlight
- ➤ On Christmas Eve, hundreds moved through Redding Regional Airport with flights running on schedule despite rain and wind in Northern California. Airport officials advised travelers to plan ahead for minor weather impacts in the coming days and noted five flights are scheduled for Christmas Day. Action News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Redding Record Searchlight has released a year-in-photos that captures key local moments from graduation ceremonies & community festivals across 2025. The collection offers a visual journey through local art and everyday life. Record Searchlight
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Forest Service closed a Trinity River suspension bridge near Scott Flat Campground on Christmas Eve after heavy rains and flooding damaged it; the closure remains in effect until Oct. 31, 2026 (visitors are not allowed to access the bridge). Record Searchlight
- ➤ Atmospheric rivers are set to deliver heavy rain+snow to Redding and the West Coast through early January; local officials warn of urban flooding and mountain hazards, noting a motorist died after becoming stranded in rising floodwaters. Record Searchlight
- ➤ After heavy rains, Lake Shasta water levels rose 8.74 feet from Dec. 19 to Dec. 23, reaching nearly 1,003 feet and 64% capacity — forecasters expect 3 — 4 more inches by Dec. 26. Record Searchlight
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday in Shasta County because strong winter storms raised flooding and landslide risks. State teams pre-deployed fire engines, rescue crews + heavy equipment to support at-risk areas. KRCR
- ➤ Redding city crews are stabilizing a storm drain culvert along Tarmac Drive after inspections found erosion weakening its concrete footing. Repairs will continue — ensuring safe road conditions. Action News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ All-Northern Section Football teams and awards were announced today, recognizing 50 high school players including offensive MVP Lane Brown (Winters) and defensive MVP Jason Davis (Gridley); Redding Christian head coach Gerald Piper earned the new Bob Reid award after guiding his team to a state championship. Record Searchlight
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New Year's Eve Bash
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Win-River Event Center — General Admission $65, VIP $300 — Celebrate the New Year with comedy, live music, dancing, and a buffet.
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