Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a 30-year veteran of law enforcement, announced his candidacy for California governor on February 17, 2025. This move came as his department faces questions about crime-solving rates, jail conditions, and legal challenges. Residents and officials are watching closely, as these issues could impact public safety and taxpayer resources in one of California's largest counties.

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