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California legislation now allows mandated treatment for people with substance use disorder so severe that it impacts their ability to care for themselves. For one Shasta mother, the law provides hope for temporary safety for her adult daughter. But both she and some experts warn the approach does little to address current gaps in care.

Former Igo resident Timothy Ray Thompson was recently sentenced to 11 years in prison after opening fire on the Reyes family, including their children, last July. While no one was physically harmed, the family continues to be impacted. They said their efforts to apply for a U visa were an uphill battle due to delays by county law enforcement.

The allegations against Baugh stem from concerns raised by multiple council members about her participation in a project that solicited state and county funds for a youth behavioral health facility. Baugh pushed back, saying she’s innocent of any wrongdoing.

Circle 6 Consulting, the firm hired by the city at the request of new City Manager William Tarbox, has been making progress to find ways the city can cut costs to reduce its major budget deficit. So far, possible savings are still in the evaluation phase.

There are three candidates running for Shasta County’s District 5 board seat. Mike Gallagher says he’s running to bring dignity back to the board chambers.

May 5 is Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Day. Yesterday, members of the Pit River Tribe and Redding Rancheria organized prayer walks in Burney and Redding to raise awareness for the systemic crisis.