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Ex-First Energy executives, Ohio utility regulator charged by state in bailout and bribery scandal • Ohio Capital Journal - Credit: ohiocapitaljournal.com One of the largest public corruption cases in modern U.S. history unfolded in Ohio, where electric utility giant FirstEnergy allegedly funneled tens of millions of dollars in bribes to secure a billion-dollar bailout for its nuclear plants at the expense of ratepayers. The scandal, centered on House Bill 6 (HB6), exposed a

Shasta County voters participated in the Statewide Direct Primary Election and a special primary for Congressional District 1 on Tuesday, June 2. These remain preliminary results. The June 5 evening update added more ballots. Estimated ballots still to be processed: ~21,500. Official certification is expected in early July. All figures are unofficial and subject to change. Voter Turnout (Latest – Shasta County) Ballots Cast: ~36,617 Registered Voters: 116,380 Turnout: ~31.5%

Shasta County voters participated in the Statewide Direct Primary Election and a special primary for Congressional District 1 on Tuesday, June 2. These remain preliminary results. The June 4 evening update added more ballots, but thousands (including remaining vote-by-mail and provisional) are still being processed. Official certification is expected in early July. All figures are unofficial and subject to change. Voter Turnout (Latest) Ballots Cast: ~28,515 Registered Voters

DeSantis has unquestionably been one of the most effective Republican governors in recent memory. Since taking office in 2019, he has steered Florida through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on keeping schools and businesses open and prioritizing individual liberty over lockdowns. His administration delivered record economic results: Florida has ranked #1 in the nation for economy among large states, workforce education (achieved years ahead of schedule), hi

China stands at a fascinating crossroads. Officially wedded to communism under the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) unyielding rule, it has profoundly embraced capitalist forces to survive and thrive. This hybrid system claims socialist purity while relying on market dynamics for growth. Leaders are both empowered by prosperity and constrained by citizens' demands. The regime maintains ironclad political control through sophisticated digital levers to curb excessive appetite f

Governor Gavin Newsom signs SB 73, flanked by legislative supporters. (Official Governor’s Office photo) In a move that critics are calling a blatant power grab, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 73 into law just days before the June 2 statewide primary. The legislation, rushed through with an urgency clause for immediate effect, restricts law enforcement access to ballots, voter rolls, and voting systems — effectively centralizing oversight under Democr

Joanna Francescut and Clint Curtis, Candidates for Registrar of Voters/County Clerk Redding, CA – Joanna Francescut, who served nearly 17 years in the Shasta County Elections Office—including as Assistant County Clerk/Registrar of Voters—has filed a lawsuit against the County of Shasta following her termination on May 27, 2025. Francescut was terminated as an at-will employee by the newly appointed Registrar of Voters, Clint Curtis. In the wake of the lawsuit, former Supervis

“In Japan they were able to [show] that ALL the excess deaths were in the vaccinated group… for over 20 million Japanese people… They found that the peak mortality was 100 days after vaccination.” — Dr. Robert Clancy, Australian immunologist and emeritus professor. Dr. Robert Clancy, Proffessor Emeritus of Immunology - Credit: biomune.au “Andrew Madrid’s analysis of all-cause deaths reveals a clear link between vaccination and rising mortality, with tens of thousands of exc

I'm writing this after watching a very well-produced movie, based on real events, portraying a portion of the Vietnam War. The movie reminds me of the sacrifice, suffering, and lives lost that US military members and their families experienced in the name of attempting to preserve individual freedom. By extension, I'm also reminded of the U.S. Founders' sacrifices as well.

Governor Tina Kotek signs the "immigrant justice" package in Portland on April 9, 2026. oregoncapitalchronicle.com Oregon Democrats and Governor Tina Kotek have once again thumbed their noses at federal authority. In April 2026, Kotek signed a package of eight “immigrant justice” bills into law. Framed as protections for immigrant communities amid stepped-up federal enforcement, these measures represent the latest attempt by a progressive state to obstruct the federal governm

Opinion There is no such thing as non-political Experts suggest that claiming to be “non-political” is a myth that serves to maintain the status quo. It works like this: "If I tell you I’m not political you can’t question my motives for what I say and do." Watch how fast saying “I’m not political” shuts you up and probably even stops you from thinking. We can plainly see what people say and do, and determine which side of the fence they are on. Saying, “I don’t belong to a p

In a stunning display of political opportunism, Democratic leaders in Los Angeles are openly pushing to dismantle one of the core principles of American self-government: the idea that voting is a right reserved for citizens. A Los Angeles City Councilmember, Hugo Soto-Martínez, has introduced a motion to amend the city charter to allow the council to expand voting rights in local elections—including for mayor and City Council—to non-citizens. This isn't some fringe proposal h

News Update May 26, 2026 Regretably, Kerry Sheron, who was brutally beaten by Caleb Butler in an alleged unprovoked attack, has died from his injuries. Butler recently pleaded "Not Guilty" to the charge of attempted murder on May 23, 2026, in Superior Court. The San Diego County District Attorney is currently evaluating whether to amend the charge to murder. Shasta Unfiltered will continue to follow the details of this case. Original Story In Escondido, California, on May 20

Our Warnings Were Dead On, and the Fix Is Obvious Alarming gas prices spotted in Bay Area as costs continue to rise – NBC Bay Area - Credit: nbcbayarea.com This is real. A Valero station in the Bay Area is now posting $7.89 per gallon for regular unleaded, with premium at $8.29 and diesel pushing $8.99–$9.00+. Multiple stations across San Francisco, San Jose, and the surrounding region are shattering records as imports dry up and the supply crunch worsens. While the statewide

Breaking: Shasta Unfiltered • May 20, 2026 In what appears to be yet another stunning example of the two-tiered justice system and lingering deep state rot, a former high-ranking federal prosecutor in Florida has been indicted for allegedly stealing confidential portions of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s sealed report on President Trump’s classified documents case. Carmen Mercedes Lineberger, 62, who served as Managing Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of Florid

In our recent article, “The Supreme Court Must Uphold President Trump’s Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship,” we laid out why ending automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to illegal immigrants is both constitutionally sound and vital for protecting American sovereignty. As the Supreme Court prepares to rule in Trump v. Barbara this summer, a powerful new analysis from one of the nation’s leading constitutional scholars provides essential historical and leg

Some publications list Redding among the best places to live in California - Credit livability.com Social media is once again lighting up with calls for California to secede from the United States. The pitch from liberal Democrats and coastal elites is simple and seductive: California’s economy is so massive that, standing alone, it would rank as the world’s 4th- or 5th-largest economy — bigger than Japan, India, or the United Kingdom. With a 2025 nominal GDP of $4.25–$4.3 tr

Tina Peters is imprisoned in Colorado, and is soon to be released In a heartwarming triumph of compassion, justice, and unwavering advocacy, Colorado Governor Jared Polis has announced the commutation of Tina Peters’ nearly nine-year prison sentence. Following persistent urging from President Donald Trump, Polis confirmed today that Peters will be released on parole on June 1, 2026 — bringing an end to a saga that has captured the hearts of millions who view her as a symbol o

Shasta County voters head to the polls every election cycle thinking they’re making informed choices on big statewide issues. But too often, what shows up on the ballot is a carefully worded trap. California’s ballot propositions—sold with sunny titles and summaries cooked up by the Attorney General’s office—frequently hide the real costs, tax hikes, or policy shifts until after the votes are counted. It’s not accidental. It’s a feature of a system that lets politicians and s

The panel stated that during the March 2024 election, Shasta County experienced over 20 different time changes many of which occurred in 60-second increments and many occurred in the middle of the night (which indicates possible remote access.) In this same election, a thumb drive containing 100 votes disappeared and did not make it into the Cast Vote Record data, in a race that was decided by just 14 votes