High Speed Chase Exceeds 100MPH on US395, Ends in Arrest

Reckless driver leads Quincy CHP officers on a high-speed chase, nearly causing a head-on collision.Officer Tanguay noticed a Ford Fusion driving over 100 miles per hour on 395 South of SR70 and immediately responded. The Ford came to a stop sign at the... Read More.

End of an Era for the Susanville Fire Department

The bell has been rung; Fire Chief Moore with the Susanville Fire Department says he has made one of the most difficult decisions of his career.In a heartfelt announcement to the city council, the chief said he has decided to retire at the end... Read More.

Lassen Sheriff’s Welcomes New Members

As law enforcement roles prove to be a challenge to fill, with departments forced to announce limited patrols due to lack of staffing, the latest from the Nevada State Police losing early morning patrols in Sparks, the Lassen County Sheriff's office has been able... Read More.

Caltrans Opens Windows of Travel thru SR70 Slide Closure

After months of closure from debris slides caused by intense winter storms, State Route 70 reopens to traffic. Today Caltrans will start to allow traffic through three times a day.Your three windows of opportunity to cross the closure from the Greenville Wye to Jarbo... Read More.

Prepare to See Smoke: Pile Burns Continue in Plumas NF

Prepare to see smoke; pile burns continue across the Plumas National Forest. Fire crews will be burning in the Beckwourth and Feather River Ranger Districts, with firefighters adding an additional 30 acres on Gold Lake Highway near Graeagle. Firefighters will also attempt to treat... Read More.

Town Hall to Discuss Bear Nuisance

If you share concerns about the increase in bear activity around your home, you have an opportunity to learn how to put an end to the nuisance.Lassen Lands and Trails Trust will host a Bear Town Hall this evening at the Historic Railroad Depot... Read More.

5 Injured, 11 Weapons Found in HDSP Altercation

High Desert State Prison is on limited movement after a fight broke out in a day room. Monday evening, around 7 pm, 15 incarcerated became involved in an altercation that started between only a few, according to prison officials. Correctional Officers immediately responded with... Read More.

CALFIRE SRA Defensible Space Inspections to Start

Calfire begins defensible space inspections throughout Lassen Plumas and Modoc counties; you may see them throughout your neighborhood. A defensible space must be maintained around structures and homes at all times in state responsibility areas as required by the state forest and fire laws;... Read More.