Former CHP Officer Arrested in Quincy on Fraud Charges

Jordan Lester was arrested in Quincy on Tuesday facing multiple charges, including workers’ compensation insurance fraud and theft. The arrest follows an extensive, multi-year investigation by the CHP’s Workers’ Compensation Fraud Investigations Unit, based in Sacramento.Lester's arrest was made without incident, and he was... Read More.

From Fire Risk to Possible Snow: A Rapid Weather Shift Ahead

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Thursday afternoon through evening, largely affecting South Lassen County. Southwest winds are expected to reach up to 40 mph in certain locations and humidity levels dropping increasing the risk of rapidly... Read More.

Vehicle Engulfed in Flames Near Janesville; Man Escapes Unharmed

Late Tuesday afternoon, the Janesville Fire Protection District, alongside Cal Fire, responded to a vehicle fire that fully engulfed a car in flames. The incident was reported by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) around 4:30 p.m., near the intersection of Church Street and US... Read More.

State Route 32 Reopens After Park Fire

Motorists Should Prepare for Delays as Emergency Restoration Effort BeginsBUTTE COUNTY – Caltrans is alerting motorists that State Route 32 (SR-32) reopened last Thursday, August. 15, in the Park Fire area. The Park Fire has burned over 429,388 acres and is 53% contained, with... Read More.