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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.

The initiative builds on existing US sanctions aimed at pressuring political change in Venezuela, but it now explicitly ties into claims that Maduro's officials facilitate drug trafficking routes. This dual focus—on oil sanctions and counter-narcotics—has resulted in lethal strikes on suspected drug boats and record drug seizures, further straining the regime's resources and international standing.

In a stunning pivot that blends social media, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and cutting-edge science, Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, announced a $6 billion all-stock merger with TAE Technologies, a pioneering fusion energy firm. The deal, revealed on December 18, 2025, aims to catapult the combined entity—often referred to as "Trump technology" in market circles—into the forefront of the global energy revolution.

A powerful atmospheric river unleashed torrential rains on Northern California overnight from December 21 to 22, 2025, triggering severe flash flooding in Shasta County that claimed at least one life and prompted multiple water rescues in the Redding area. The deluge, which dumped 3 to 6 inches of rain in just hours, submerged roads, stranded vehicles, and knocked out power for thousands, turning everyday streets into hazardous waterways.

As President Donald Trump's second term gains momentum, animal welfare has emerged as a surprising priority, blending bipartisan legislative wins with high-profile policy shifts aimed at curbing federal cruelty. From defunding painful military experiments on dogs and cats to launching a multi-agency strike force against abuse, the administration is touting "historic" progress.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, while millions of Californians struggled to make ends meet, a staggering $32 billion vanished into the pockets of fraudsters—courtesy of systemic failures orchestrated by the state's own government. This wasn't just negligence; it was a perfect storm of ignored warnings, reckless policies, and insider complicity that turned California's Employment Development Department (EDD) into a criminal's playground

Santa may be headed into town, but he seems to be bringing more rain with him. Much of the Pacific Northwest, including Shasta County is being pummeled by another atmospheric river. Forecasters warn of continued wet weather through Christmas, raising concerns about flash flooding, travel disruptions, and gusty winds in the region.

The suspect, Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, a former promising physicist whose life had veered off course, was found dead days later, leaving investigators to piece together a motive that may stem from professional jealousy and unresolved grievances. As of December 20, 2025, the case remains a stark reminder of campus vulnerabilities and the role of public vigilance in solving crimes.

Opinion, Gary Peyrot, December 20, 2025 What's Good for America? MAGA has been a hot-button for debate ever since Donald Trump popularized the phrase for his 2016 presidential campaign. Many revile the movement while others resolutely support it and even wear the moniker proudly. Making America great would seem to be a worthy goal to most (though some extremists disagree), but it raises the question, "What is really good for America?" Trump's aggressive rhetoric and blusterin

In a significant decision for renewable energy development in California, the California Energy Commission (CEC) unanimously voted to deny certification for the Fountain Wind Project on December 19, 2025. Much to the satisfaction of members of the Pit River Tribe and many Shasta County citizens, this marks the third rejection for the ambitious wind energy initiative proposed in eastern Shasta County.

Although there were many speaking out Chris Coulombe, a Republican congressional candidate, veteran, and Sonoma County business owner, stood at the forefront. Coulombe transformed his campaign into a megaphone for the cause, attending town halls, penning op-eds, and leveraging social media to amplify the message that dam removal wasn't just environmental progress—it was a direct assault on rural livelihoods.

President Trump's "Trump Accounts" initiative establishes tax-advantaged investment accounts for American children to build long-term wealth, modeled loosely on individual retirement accounts (IRAs). The program, enacted through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, provides a one-time $1,000 government seed deposit for U.S. citizen children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, with parents enrolling via a new IRS form during tax filing.

Redding Community – Pathway Church is offering "Christmas Home at Pathway"! Celebrate the birth of Jesus. No tickets or reservations are required. This is a family friendly event, so no childcare is provided. Bring the whole family for a joyful, festive celebration at Pathway Church this weekend! Dates and Times : - Friday, December 19 : 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM - Saturday, December 20 : 1:00 PM • 3:00 PM • 5:00 PM - Sunday, December 21 : 11:00 AM • 1:00 PM • 3:00 PM • 5:00 PM Locat

On December 19, 2025, Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced she is suspending her recently launched campaign for New York governor and will not seek re-election to her U.S. House seat in 2026.  At 41, Stefanik’s retirement ends a rapid ascent in the GOP, where she evolved from a moderate to a key Trump ally.

While headlines about the December 3, 2025, closure of Roseburg Forest Products' veneer plant in Weed, California, focus on the sudden loss of 140 jobs and the town's economic gut-punch, a less-told story lurks beneath the surface. A story woven from flames, racial history, and lingering legal battles.

Passionate and dedicated to her advocacy work, Leslie Sawyer has been reporting on news in Shasta County to keep the public informed of local governmental issues through her podcasts which air on social media and Mountain Top Media.  Leslie spends countless hours at the Board of Supervisors’ meetings, school board meetings, and Redding City Council meetings, then does informative podcasts to let the public know what issues were discussed and/or voted on by the elected officia

As Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues his vocal campaign against direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertising, the push to ban drug ads on television remains a contentious battleground in U.S. health policy. Kennedy, a longtime critic of the pharmaceutical industry, has made restricting these ads a cornerstone of his agenda under the Trump administration.

The other day, Sunday afternoon, December 14, to be exact, I was cruising by the Redding Senior Center on Benton Drive and noticed that their very large parking lot was awash with cars, with a giant blow up of a wolf, at the entrance door, with the words Shasta Jr. Wolves inscribed on its side.  Naturally, being a curious soul, I doubled back and snagged the last parking spot (really!), jumped out, took several pics of the giant wolf, then went inside. Wow, I thought, this pl

The suspect was identified as Claudio Manuel Neves Valente (also referred to as Neves-Valente), a 48-year-old Portuguese national and U.S. permanent resident since September 2017, with a last known address in Miami, Florida. Valente was a former Brown student, enrolled in the physics Ph.D. program from fall 2000 to spring 2001. - He had known links to murdered MIT professor Nuno Loureiro.