Voters, observers and poll workers wrap up final hours of Shasta’s Prop. 50 election
Shasta’s Market Street election office had few lines and easy access in the final hours of California’s special election on Prop. 50.
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Election Day in Shasta County: Pictures from the polls midday
By 7 a.m., the polls were open. Voters will decide on the future of California’s congressional districts, which could radically change ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
In less than seven days, two men incarcerated at the Shasta County jail have died
Just days after the death of Michael Kennith Jorgenson, Jason Driskell was released from custody and died shortly thereafter in a local hospital, according to the Sheriff.
Safety versus surveillance: Shasta considers implementing automatic license plate readers
Local law enforcement says license plate readers play a significant role in investigations. Reporting has shown there’s little oversight to prevent local police officers from misusing the technology.
As Prop. 50 puts conservative representation in jeopardy, Shasta’s state-building movements are strategizing
The North State has long been home to movements attempting to change California’s borders. Though they don’t always agree with each other, Prop. 50 has provided them with new common ground.
Another man dies while in-custody of the Shasta County Jail, bringing this year’s fatality count to three.
Michael Kennith Jorgenson was 24 years old. Like most who die in-custody, he was still awaiting trial.
Chaotic process, uncertain outcome as Shasta supervisor attempts to sideline behavioral health proposal
Shasta County supervisors voted to oppose a community-led proposal for a behavioral health facility project. The collaborative behind the initiative could still move ahead.
Shasta’s election official just sponsored a partisan event on Prop. 50 while overseeing the community’s vote on the measure
It’s a highly unusual move that's raised legal and ethical questions.
Two bats test positive for rabies in Shasta County; HHSA provides safety recommendations for the public
Rabies is a fatal disease, but can be prevented with the right precautions.
New details emerge in alleged Igo hate crime case
Timothy Ray Thompson is facing 17 charges, including assault with a firearm and special hate crime enhancement. In court last week a judge ruled that he will be held to answer on all charges. He has not yet entered a plea.