NOAA Says El Nino to Bring Wetter Conditions Again this Fall/Winter

Experts say El Nino will greatly impact global weather patterns as the Pacific Ocean begins to warm up. Meteorologists have been closely monitoring the weather pattern for months, and experts say it has officially developed. The National Ocean and Atmospheric Association’s Climate Prediction Center... Read More.

Caltrans to Propose a Roundabout on A13 State Route 36

A13 at State Route 36 is looking at a 3-legged roundabout proposal by Caltrans, leaving some residents hesitant about the idea. Caltrans is considering adding a three-legged roundabout in the Route 36 area to lessen fatal incidents over time at a 20.3 ratio. Some... Read More.

Drunk Driver Causes Head on Collision on 395

  A drunk driver causes a head-on collision on Highway 395. This Wednesday, the Modoc County Sheriff's Department responded to a head-on vehicle accident on State Highway 395 North of Likely, California. Greely Bautista, age 24, a resident from Likely, drove into the opposite lane... Read More.

Plumas NF Begins Pile Burns Near Gold Lake & La Porte

QUINCY, CA—Plumas National Forest firefighters will be burning piles on the Beckwourth and Feather River Ranger Districts today, conditions permitting. On the Beckwourth Ranger District, approximately 12 acres of piles are planned for ignition today on Gold Lake Highway near the Gold Lake Campground boat... Read More.

Thunderstorms Knock Out Power to Over 800 Homes

A late evening thunderstorm knocked out power for over 900 homes for over 4 hours last evening. The lights went out just after 5 pm in Janesville and in the Standish Litchfield areas. Lassen Municipal Utility Crews quickly responded, locating the problem area on the... Read More.

New Date Set for Lassen Jr. Fishing Derby

A new date has been set for the Lassen Jr. Fishing Derby after the well-loved event was forced to be pushed back due to dangerous river flows due to this winter’s immense snowpack. The Lassen Sportsman Club Chairperson Wade Workman, on the Derby committee, says... Read More.

Construction Begins on Planned Projects at Memorial Park

Expect construction work this Friday if you plan to take your kids to Memorial Park. The city will finally have the pump track delivered this Friday. The track received final approval from the city council in April this year, where it was anticipated to be... Read More.

Domestic Dispute Leads to Collision and Arrest

The Modoc County Sheriffs say around 10 am Wednesday, deputies received a call from Emmanual Pochlsky of Davis Creek, stating his girlfriend was ramming into his vehicle. As deputies were en route to the scene, a second call came in regarding a collision with one... Read More.

4th Graders Enjoy Free Access to National Parks

The school year may be at its end, but you are still considered a fourth grader until this August, and you can see the nation's natural wonders for free through summer break. You and your family get free access to hundreds of parks, lands,... Read More.