Lassen County Honors Young Heroes with Inaugural Youth Hometown Hero Award

In a heartfelt assembly at Shaffer School, the Lassen County community came together to honor two extraordinary young girls, Savanna and Ashlee Zimmerman, with the inaugural Lassen County Youth Hometown Hero Award. This new award recognizes courageous individuals who exemplify kindness and selflessness through... Read More.

PG&E Issues Warning for Potential Power Shutoffs Due to High Winds

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has announced the possibility of Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in Plumas and Sierra Counties starting Thursday, as dry, northerly winds are expected to increase wildfire risk. PG&E’s meteorologists are closely monitoring the situation, and the company’s Emergency... Read More.

Tragic Crash on Highway 32 Claims Life of Chico Man

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is investigating a fatal crash involving a 44-year-old Chico man who died after his vehicle went off Highway 32 near Alder Creek Campground on the evening of October 11th. According to the CHP, the man was driving westbound in his... Read More.

County Streamlines Fire Warden Resolution for Countywide Burn Regulations

In a move to enhance fire safety and simplify outdoor burning regulations, the Lassen County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an updated Fire Warden Resolution, modernizing the permitting process and expanding the Fire Warden's authority. This update marks the first significant change since the... Read More.

Blaze in Ravendale Grows Over 400 Acres, 50% Contained

The Tuledad Fire sparks northeast of Susanville in Ravendale, growing to over 400 acres Sunday. The fire started early afternoon with a moderate rate of spread in the grass and brush near Marr rd and Tuledad Rd. The latest reports by CALFIRE indicated the fire... Read More.