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Annelise Pierce

Annelise Pierce is Shasta Scout’s Editor and a Community Reporter covering government accountability, civic engagement, and local religious and political movements.

Annelise's Latest Articles

Alleged Hate Crime in Igo Leads to Charges, Community Response

A victim of the alleged hate crime told Shasta Scout they received help quickly when the incident first occurred but haven’t had any contact from law enforcement or the district attorney’s office since, leaving them concerned for their safety.

Presuntos crímenes de odio en Igo dan lugar a cargos y respuesta comunitaria.

Una víctima del presunto crimen de odio dijo que recibió ayuda rápidamente cuando ocurrió el incidente por primera vez, pero que desde entonces no ha tenido ningún contacto con la policía ni con la oficina del fiscal de distrito, lo que le hace temer por su seguridad.

“It’s the right thing to do”: Defense attorney picks up Shasta protester case pro bono, citing First Amendment concerns

Jenny O’Connell-Nowain is being charged with disturbing the peace and resisting arrest for her actions during a November 7 county board meeting. Defense attorney Michael Borges said he’s representing her free of charge because First Amendment rights are a priority.

District Attorney Files Misdemeanor Charges Against County Protester Amid ongoing First Amendment Concerns

Jenny O’Connell Nowain is being charged with disturbing the peace and resisting arrest after an incident that occurred during a county board meeting last November. It's the latest action in an ongoing series of chess moves that have played out over the last 18 months between county officials and the public.

Pine Fire in the City of Shasta Lake Prompts Evacuations
Major Shasta County campaign donor Reverge Anselmo slapped with FPPC fine over late filings

Anselmo was recently fined more than $20,000 for violations of California campaign filing law that occurred between 2020-2022. He's given almost $2 million in Shasta County over the last few years, ushering in a wave of new politicians on the county board.

Evacuations Ordered for Kenyon Fire in Redding

The first has grown to 15 acres in the last hour.

In Rare Moment of Confrontation, Harmon Opposes Crye, Kelstrom on Liaison Vote 

Since taking his seat in January, Supervisor Corkey Harmon has almost always voted in lockstep with Supervisors Kevin Crye and Chris Kelstrom, even on divisive issues. This week, Harmon surprised the public by siding with the board minority.

Survey: Should Shasta County film the ballot-counting process?

Your feedback on the new Shasta County election official's plan to 'film everything' during ballot processing will help inform our coverage.

Healthcare Access Survey, Crisis Declaration could Advance Proposal for Redding-Based Medical School

The Shasta County board is hoping to increase the number of medical providers across the region. A medical school is one potential solution.

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