Alturas Says Virtually No PD Officers to Respond to Calls

The city of Alturas is warning residents that a Modoc county sheriff or CHP officer may respond to their calls for emergencies as the city police department continues to lose officers.In a letter to the community, the city stated that over the last year... Read More.

2 Alarm Blaze Damages Susanville Home

A house fire broke out on Hall street, causing major damage to the home’s roof. Susanville fire and Calfire L-M unit responded to the 2-alarm blaze suspected of having been caused by an electrical failure. Emergency crews were first alerted to smoke pouring from... Read More.

Lassen, Modoc, and Sierra County Swear in Sheriff, Deputy

For a fourth time, Sheriff Dean Growdon has been sworn in as Lassen county's sheriff. Presiding Superior Court Judge Mark Nareau had the honors in a small ceremony at the courthouse this Tuesday. Sheriff Growdon has served with the Sheriff's Office for 29 years,... Read More.

Rare Bomb Cyclone Brings Rain and Snow to Your Afternoon Commute

An impressive and rare “bomb” cyclone is building off the coast of California this morning, expected to bring heavy amounts of rain and snow later this afternoon. Flash flood warnings have been issued over the Dixie fire burn scar. When traveling through these areas,... Read More.

The Storm Door is Open for 2023

2023 is starting with the storm door wide open as consecutive storms bring heavy precipitation to the state.January and February of 2022 was the driest start to the year on record, following a strong start the December before. Though the welcomed wet weather still... Read More.

LCC Baseball Team Mourns Loss of Freshman Catcher

The Lassen Community College baseball team is mourning the loss of one of its own as the new year begins.At only 18 years old Theo Gibbs, a freshman catcher hailing from Canada passed away suddenly. According to the GoFundMe account set up to help... Read More.

NDOT Announces Snow Plow Naming Contest Winners

The Nevada Department of Transportation held a snow plow naming contest and has announced the winners.The contest had over 900 names submitted to represent three snowplows working across the Silver State. Sierra Scoop will represent NW Nevada, and the Mt. Rose Another plow named... Read More.