California Prisons Implement Modified Program Amid Rising Violence

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is placing Level IV high-security sections within its facilities on modified program in response to a surge in violence against staff and inmates, effective today.The following institutions will be affected: High Desert State Prison, Calipatria State Prison,... Read More.

Drive-By-Shooting Marks 3rd Gun Violence Act in Susanville

Now, a third instance of gun violence in recent weeks shocking the community of Suansville as officers respond to reports of a drive-by shooting.On August 28, 2023, officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of Ash St. After multiple shots had been fired.Officers... Read More.

Domestic Violence May Have Played Role in Homicide in Westwood

  The Lassen County Sheriff's Office received a call Saturday evening of a male shot in an alley in Westwood.The California Highway Patrol arrived on the scene, secured the area, and attended medical attention to the victim, identified as Austin Andrew Howell. Along with... Read More.

Highway Violence Reports Lead to Arrests

Press Release from California Highway Patrol Susanville OfficeHighway Violence Reports Lead to ArrestsOn March 1st, 2022 at approximately 1514 hours, Susanville CHP Dispatch advised of a report of a male striking a female along the shoulder of US-395, north of Doyle. Officers from the... Read More.