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Efforts to impose a wealth tax in California have repeatedly faltered in the state Legislature, where progressive proposals aimed at tapping the fortunes of the ultra-rich have died without reaching a full vote amid opposition from business groups, moderate Democrats, and even Gov. Gavin Newsom. Now unions will begin to collect ballot signatures to bypass the legislature and take it to the voters.

In late December 2025, a series of videos by 23-year-old citizen journalist Nick Shirley thrust Minnesota's long-simmering child care fraud issues into the national spotlight. Shirley's investigative footage, starting with his December 26 YouTube upload titled "I Investigated Minnesota’s Billion Dollar Fraud Scandal," alleged widespread abuse of taxpayer funds in the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).

Now I hear that there are a more than a few folks in Shasta County who want to vote on a bill to make our elections more secure. They want Shasta County to adopt things like hand counted ballots and voter ID. Can you believe it? Now I’m not sure why anybody would get hot-under-the-collar about making elections more secure. Seems like a good thing to me. But some, including one of our county supervisors, have said that they shouldn’t do it because they’re breaking the law. A l

A generous and anonymous donor has offered a matching gift of up to $125,000 for NorthState Care Clinic to fund the refurbishment and to pay off the mortgage for their new facility on Victor Ave. in Redding.  As reported on Nov. 9th, the NorthState Care Clinic is preparing to move from their rented Athens Avenue location in Redding to the newly-purchased facility which is located across from a clinic that provides abortion services. The NorthState Care Clinic has saved 47 liv

As of December 27, 2025, critics continue to describe jobs as California's "largest export," a stark commentary on the state's ongoing loss of employment opportunities. This trend is fueled by corporate headquarters relocations, refinery and manufacturing plant closures, policy-driven layoffs, and a steady out-migration of residents seeking better prospects elsewhere. California employers have announced 173,022 job cuts from January to November 2025 alone

In a powerful and long-awaited demonstration of American leadership, the United States carried out precision airstrikes on Christmas Day against Islamic State-linked terrorist camps in northwest Nigeria. The operation marks a historic turning point, finally delivering a forceful response to the relentless war waged against Christians in the country—one that has claimed tens of thousands of lives while previous Nigerian governments did little to protect their Christian citizen

In the wake of the 2020 and 2024 U.S. presidential elections, allegations of voter fraud and systemic vulnerabilities have continued to swirl, particularly amplified in late 2025 amid new investigations and resurfaced testimonies. Meanwhile, various audits, court rulings, and official reports continue to affirm the security of these elections.

On December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day), the United States conducted airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS)-affiliated militants in northwest Nigeria's Sokoto State, targeting camps in areas like the Bauni forest in Tangaza and reportedly near the village of Jabo. President Donald Trump announced the operation on Truth Social, describing it as a "powerful and deadly strike" against "ISIS Terrorist Scum" who he claimed were "targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent C

In a seismic shift for American healthcare, President Donald Trump's revived Most Favored Nations (MFN) policy is slashing prescription drug prices by tying them to the lowest rates in other developed countries, promising billions in savings for patients and taxpayers. But as the administration secures landmark deals with major pharmaceutical giants, critics point to a history of Democratic resistance.

• A society without liberals can’t adapt. • A society without conservatives can’t remain stable. We need both perspectives, and we need to stop demonizing the other side just because they don't agree with us. Both sides have a place in civil society.

As 2025 wraps up, pickleball continues its meteoric rise, evolving from a 1965 backyard invention into a cultural powerhouse. With millions across the country embracing this accessible hybrid of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, the sport is reshaping recreation, communities, and professional athletics.

In the heart of California's escalating fiscal and social crises, Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli stands as a formidable force, determined to unravel what he calls a "criminal enterprise" of fraud, waste, and corruption under Governor Gavin Newsom's administration.

As of December 25, 2025, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market is undergoing further transformation, marked by regulatory rollbacks, shifting consumer preferences, and strategic pivots by automakers. Once hailed as the future of transportation, EVs are facing headwinds that have led to a projected 2.1% decline in sales for the year 2025, dropping to around 1.275 million units—the first such drop since 2019.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern defense, few figures stand out as boldly as Ethan Thornton. At just 21 years old in 2025, Thornton has emerged as a prodigious force in the industry, founding and leading Mach Industries—a company that's not only challenging established giants but also reshaping how the United States approaches warfare. Born around 2004 in Orange County, California, Thornton's journey began on his grandparents' farm, where hands-on problem-solving i

California's non-partisan auditor identifies fraudulent payments reaching $11.1 billion across multiple audits.

The Burney Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Shasta Economic Corporation (EDC), intermountain community members and business owners, according to Jen Luck, the Chamber’s Office Manager.  These three entities, Luck explains, will join forces to host a SAVE OUR SMALL TOWN WORKSHOP (SOSTW), to initiate positive action for the community, on Wednesday, January 19, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Tri County Community Network (TCCN) meeting room.  Luck encourages those that

100+ coats donated in 5 hours If you’ve just recently arrived to live in the North State, generally defined as the 15 to 20 “mostly rural”  counties north of Sacramento, or even if you’re a tourist, one thing you’ll surely quickly learn is that the people of the North State, especially Shasta County-ians, are a generous bunch. Behind 100+ donated winter coats are, from left to right, front row: Brian Holland, Brianna Holland, Penny Hartman, Linda Daricek. Back row, from left:

As of December 22, 2025, President Donald Trump has signed eight executive orders during the month of December. These orders cover a range of topics, including economic security, technology policy, investor protection, national security threats, medical research, federal operations, space exploration, and federal pay adjustments.

Please celebrate the reason for the season. A listing of churches in the greater Redding area that are offering Christmas Eve programs.