Quake Rattles East Quincy
An early morning quake struck around 6:15 this morning to the East of Quincy at a magnitude of 3.4, a depth of 1.4km.No reports of damage or injuries.
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Highway 70 Re-Opens After Boulders Block Tunnel
Just as the evening commute began, around 5 pm yesterday, boulders fell from the Elephant Butte Tunnel along Highway 70. The boulders, as wide as cars, blocked both lanes of traffic. Fortunately, there were no reports of vehicles in the tunnel when the rocks... Read More.
New Public Safety Chief Position Moves Forward with Council Approval
A change in the leadership organization is on the horizon as Susanville’s city council moves forward with creating a Public Safety Chief.The new structure was up for consideration following the retirement of Fire Chief James Moore in August and Police Chief Ryan Cochran in... Read More.
Region’s First Winter Weather Advisory Arrives Today
This winter’s first measurable snow is forecasted; the Reno National Weather Service has issued the region's first winter weather advisory.Snow is expected above 6000 feet. Some projections predict snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches west of 395 and up to 4 inches east... Read More.
Loyalton High School Teacher Arrested for Sexual Misconduct
On Wednesday, November 29, the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office was alerted by the Principal of the High School about a potential sexual assault incident on campus. A following investigation revealed disturbing allegations that High School teacher Emma Shaffer was involved in a sexual relationship... Read More.
Susanville Fire Shares Holiday Fire Safety Tips
As the Christmas season is officially upon us, we spoke to Susanville Fire’s Captian Jarrett, who shares an important message about fire safety around the holidays:In the past 5 years of my career as a member of the Susanville Fire Department, I have been... Read More.
Alturas Police Chief Life to be Honored by Law Enforcement Procession
The City of Alturas announces the passing of its Police Chief Sid Cullins.No details of his passing have been released. He had served as the Chief since 2015 following the retirement of Chief Barnes.A procession from Sparks, Nevada, to the city will be held... Read More.
City Seeks Input on ARPA Funds Use
COVID money is burning in the city’s pockets, and they want to hear from you on how to spend it.The funds came from the American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) to rebuild the local economy following the pandemic. Susanville received 3.5 million, of which some... Read More.
CPUD to Phase Fire Employees and Transition to Volunteer Department
Chester Fire and Ambulance Services will begin transitioning to a volunteer department immediately.The decision was handed down after the Chester Public Utility District board agreed with the recommendations of General Manager Adam Cox.Cox added that with a volunteer department, there would still be the... Read More.
Family Devastated by Early Morning Home Fire
A mother and her 3 children suffer a devastating loss after their home burned over the weekend.While the family lay asleep around 1 a.m. Sunday morning, the fire began to overtake the residence at 1005 North Street, all four family members were fortunate to... Read More.
