Lassen to Have a New Sheriff: Board Set to Make Appointment Today

The appointment will be made in a special meeting of the board of supervisors this morning. The announcement of Sheriff Dean Growdon’s retirement in December prompted the board to begin discussions on who will fill the remaining five years of Growdon’s term. It was determined... Read More.

Ballots Head to Mailboxes Today, Measures Up for Voter Approval

Ballots will be hitting mailboxes as soon as today for some. Joining the local candidate races, voters will see several measures up for consideration, many centered on public safety. However, Lassen County voters will be presented with two advisory-only measures, asking if you believe that... Read More.

City Continues Talks on ARPA Funds Expenditure

The discussion on the use of ARPA funds continues at the Susanville City Council meeting this week. The Council discussed the allocation of the nearly $3.5 million in federal COVID relief funds twice, once on December 20 and again on January 17, of which one... Read More.

Susanville Woman Still Missing, Reward Increases for Information

The search continues for a missing Susanville woman. In an effort to prompt anyone with information to come forward, Crime Stoppers has increased the reward to $1,500. Christen Pelletier has been missing since October 21, 2022, from the Susanville area. She was last seen on... Read More.

Highway 70 Faces Third Closure This Week due to Landslides

Another slide shut down Highway 70 early this morning. Caltrans announced a slide shut down the roadway around 4 am. This is the 3rd time the highway has closed within the week due to the crumbling hillside. Another impactful winter storm is expected to hit the... Read More.