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Breaking: Measure B struck down in Shasta court
The measure, passed by voters in the June primary election, would’ve made significant changes to Shasta’s elections law. Judge Benjamin Hanna quickly ruled against the measure in court today.
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Shasta Scout sues Shasta County for federal subpoena issued to Curtis
CalMatters has joined the lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of the two news agencies by the First Amendment Coalition. It seeks the release of the federal subpoena under California’s public records law.
John Heath appointed as Shasta County public works director
The decision to appoint John Heath was made by supervisors after a tense conversation that included a split vote. He’s taking the place of Troy Bartolomei who retired in May.
Redding Chamber of Commerce names new CEO
Wendy Laros, who was born and raised in Redding, will start in January. She replaces Todd Jones, who held the position from 2024 until the end of last month.
Newsom’s death sentence commutation impacts 7 people charged in Shasta County
Today’s executive order commuted the death sentences for over 500 state prisoners, including seven charged in Shasta County. Shasta’s district attorney issued a rebuke to Newsom’s decision this afternoon, calling it an irresponsible political agenda.
Redding City Council race still too close to call after new vote totals
A small lead has widened between Mark Mezzano, who’s in third place, and Christina Prosperi, who’s in fourth. But the difference in votes is still minimal compared to the number of ballots left to count.
16-year-old poll worker shares experience from Election Day
Morris Kopf, a sophomore at Redding School of the Arts, said he decided to become a poll worker for this year’s midterm election for two main reasons: the $100 stipend, and to learn how Shasta County’s election system works.
