Blasting Begins on SR44 for Curve Improvement

Get ready for quite the shake-up, Caltrans has begun blasting along Highway 44.The commotion is caused by improvements to the highway's Poison Lake area, part of the combined Shalas project.Officials say you will hear loud booms as the rock is blasted away and removed... Read More.

Stan Statham Honored with State Highway Memorial

A section of State Highway Route 44 near Oak Run in Shasta County has been named the Stan Statham Memorial Highway.Stan Statham, born in Chico, California, had a multifaceted career: starting as a radio DJ, serving in military intelligence during the Cold War, transitioning... Read More.

Train and Semi Collide- Closes Down SR44

Update: HWY 44 is closed at this time from 36 Jct to Old StationThe Susanville CHP is responding to a collision between a semi and train along Highway 44.Avoid the area if possible and be aware of emergency vehicles and personnel.The status of the... Read More.