Health officials in Shasta County report that the ongoing measles outbreak, first identified on January 30, 2026, has resulted in eight confirmed cases, but remains contained due to effective public health measures and community cooperation.The additional cases did not lead to further community spread because patients isolated promptly upon identification as contacts. Public Health continues to monitor and notify potentially exposed individuals from the original patient's con

What started as one young boy's heartfelt determination has blossomed into a nationwide movement that reminds us all of the profound respect our veterans deserve. At just 10 years old, Preston Sharp changed the world—one flag and one flower at a time—and now, you have the chance to support his incredible mission at the upcoming Veterans Flags and Flowers Fundraiser on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the beautiful Win River Resort & Casino in Redding, California.

Filmed predominantly in Redding, CA, in 2021, “The Dresden Sun” (2026), an indie sci-fi heist thriller starring Christina Ricci made its world premiere at the Cinemark Theatre in Redding on Feb. 2. The Director, Michael Ryan and the Producer, Tyler Lockney of Archetype Pictures, were on hand for the question and answer session for attendees after the movie showing. Approximately 95% of the movie was shot on location in Redding —making it the largest-scale film production in t

Redding Police Chief Brian Barner has been reinstated to his position effective 5 p.m. on January 5, 2026, following a brief administrative leave that began on December 30, 2025. The leave, initiated by Interim City Manager Kari Kibler, required Barner to surrender his badge and service weapon and was officially classified as a "personnel matter." No criminal charges or formal disciplinary actions were announced, and city officials have provided limited details on the resolut