According to RPD, a wanted suspect fled in their vehicle after being shot by an officer. They crashed nearby and were transported to the hospital. Further details about the incident will be revealed, along with body camera footage, within the next 45 days.
The decision occurred shortly after a report from Shasta Scout that documented the practice’s legal and ethical issues. Further reporting shows that California’s chief law enforcement agency had already informed RPD, along with other local agencies, that the practice is illegal.
County authorities said details they’ve learned indicate that Saelee-McCain was killed. They’re asking the public for help identifying a person of interest.
A group called Citizens for a Better Redding hopes to pass a local sales tax measure this fall. If successful, the measure would likely take effect in April 2026. Meanwhile, the City still faces a $5 million shortfall for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
The California Teachers’ Association has issued a letter to politician Jackie LaBarbera, alleging that state law prohibits her from holding dual school board seats simultaneously.
As Redding seeks revenue to make up for the City’s impending budget shortfall, some members of Council had concerns about who will foot part of the bill.
The Redding Police Department regularly issues social media “news releases” about suspects that have been arrested. Shasta Scout's analysis showed the social media posts do more to boost RPD's image than increase public safety. They’re legal, but only just.
Local politician Jackie LaBarbera says her dual school board roles are legal. But after a recent set of votes in which her loyalties to the two bodies may have clashed, a representative of the California Teachers Association said the union will issue a cease and desist letter next week.
The Sheriff's Office provided a public report of the ways the department has coordinated with ICE over the last calendar year. Protesters used the routine agenda item to share discourse on the importance of following state law on immigration enforcement.
The skate park will be the newest addition to the City’s Civic Center campus.
