Juan Moreno Dies in Shasta County Custody
Moreno was still awaiting trial. It’s not yet clear what caused his death. He’s the fifth person to die in the Shasta County jail in the last two years.
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Redding Council Member’s Presentation on Potential for Dual Medical Facilities Prompts Pushback
Dr. Paul Dhanuka floated the idea of both a medical school and a substance use treatment facility. One of his fellow Council members took issue with Dhanuka's proximity to the proposal while another had concerns about who else he chose to involve.
National Forest Service Requests Community’s Help with Updating Decades-Old Northwest Forest Plan
The federal agency will hold a public meeting in Redding on Thursday, January 23. Community members can attend virtually, or in person.
In Response to Proposition 36, Shasta County Sheriff Proposes Plan for New “Corrections and Rehabilitation Campus”
The Sheriff’s proposal would create a new low-security facility where people would serve time during the day while living at home. The proposal has broad support from supervisors but so far lacks critical details such as a budget and funding sources.
In Hopes of Staving off Drought, ACID Board Agrees to Accept Less Water During Critically Dry Years.
The Board of the Anderson Cottonwood Irrigation District voted unanimously to adopt an agreement that reduces water restrictions during critically dry years. Some constituents oppose it, in part because they believe engaging in further deals with the federal government is a losing proposition.
Pit River Tribe Celebrates Designation of Sátíttla Highlands as One of Two New National Monuments
Monument status will provide increased protection for hundreds of thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness that have been threatened by geothermal extraction. Pit River Tribal members say the federal designation will also promote Native healing.
Anderson Cottonwood Irrigation District May Sign a new Federal Drought Protection Agreement.
The Board of ACID, a local water District serving about 800 users, could sign on to a federal drought protection plan that would ostensibly increase protections for farmers during dry years while providing much-needed infrastructure funds. Details are complex.
Man Shot, Killed after “Violent Confrontation” with Shasta County Sheriff’s Deputies
The man died after being confronted by Sheriff’s deputies outside a Redding home. According to law enforcement he was under the influence of narcotics and had threatened to harm himself.
A Newly-Formed “Youth Prevention Committee” Will Present Shasta County’s Board with a Rough Plan for $4 million in Opioid Settlement Funds
The informal group is now being referred to in County documents as a “Youth Prevention Committee.” They’ve declined to present a detailed budget to the Board for now, saying more input is needed before spending decisions can be made.
In Rare Visit to Redding, Newsom Unveils Educational Initiative that will Broaden Employment Opportunities in Rural Counties
Governor Gavin Newsom outlined a “Master Plan” that could vastly improve the educational and economic playing field across California, especially in the North State. His presence in Shasta County also ignited longstanding tensions between local and state leadership.