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

Picture Independence Hall on July 4, 1776. The air is thick with tension and cigar smoke. After heated debate, the Continental Congress approves the Declaration of Independence. As the delegates rise, one quiet, steady-handed man walks forward with the final parchment. John Hancock signs with his famous bold flourish. Right beside it, Charles Thomson affixes his name as Secretary.

Mai Vang turns her back and refuses to recite the pledge of allegiance. - Credit yahoo.com Shasta Unfiltered has reviewed video evidence showing Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang repeatedly turning her back on the American flag and refusing to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance during public meetings. The footage, which has gone viral, highlights Vang — a Democratic candidate for California’s 7th Congressional District — standing apart from colleagues with her head

Washington, D.C. — May 24, 2026 — Chaos erupted outside the White House Saturday evening when a 21-year-old man approached a Secret Service security checkpoint, pulled a gun from his bag, and opened fire on officers. The suspect, identified as Nasire Best (also reported as Nazir or Nasir Best) of Maryland, was fatally shot by Secret Service agents. He was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. One bystander was wounded in the exchange and remains in serious c

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

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OPINION Redding, CA — In yet another example of selective reporting, Shasta Scout published a shallow, one-sided article on May 22, 2026, that whitewashes critical findings from the Anderson Police Department’s investigation into former Youth Options Shasta Director Susan Wilson. The article was entitled "Unsatisfied with lack of charges against former nonprofit director, Crye takes aim at Shasta's district attorney" by Nevin Kallepalli. While Shasta Unfiltered has consisten

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

In a city known for its sky-high costs, endless bureaucracy, and political theater, New York City’s new Mayor Zohran Mamdani has pulled off what supporters are calling a miracle: closing a whopping $12 billion budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2027 without raising property taxes on working New Yorkers, slashing core services, or draining the rainy-day fund. nyc.gov Viral Praise on X: The "Hero" Narrative Social media exploded with acclaim. Supporters framed it as visionary leade

Opinion Katske Lawsuit Against Shasta County ROV, et al. Appears to Be a Big Nothing Burger — Void of Legal Precedent or Substance Jennifer Katske, a Shasta County resident, political activist, and ICU/flight nurse who relocated from the San Francisco Bay Area around 2020, has filed two pro se (self-filed) lawsuits challenging aspects of the June 2, 2026, election and Measure B — the citizen-led charter amendment initiative focused on voter ID, hand-counted ballots, single-da

President Donald Trump is employing a classic legislative leverage play: attaching his top domestic priority—the SAVE America Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act)—to must-pass national security legislation, specifically the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). In a Truth Social post, Trump urged Republicans to bundle voter ID, proof of citizenship requirements, and restrictions on mail-in voting into both housing and FI

If you've been renting responsibly for years but felt invisible to lenders because of a "thin" credit file, major changes are finally here to help level the playing field. In April 2026, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), along with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, announced the rollout of updated credit-scoring models — VantageScore 4.0 (now available to approved lenders) and FICO Score 10T (coming soon). These models better recognize positive payment histories for rent, u

In Escondido, California, on May 20, 2026, 69-year-old U.S. Army veteran Kerry Sheron was brutally beaten outside his home in what his wife, Maria Garcia, describes as a politically motivated attack. Sheron, who is not expected to survive according to his family, had exercised his First Amendment rights by proudly displaying American flags, pro-Trump banners, and patriotic symbols on his property—known locally as the "Trump House." Home of Kerry Sheron, referred to as the Tru

The main purpose of the 8th-annual State of The Tribe Luncheon was to raise funds for the Redding Rancheria Community Fund (RRCF), established 24 years ago, which has donated nearly $5 million to non-profits in Shasta and Trinity counties. The RRCF encourages proposals to serve Native Americans, youth, and/or rural populations. In the public safety and emergency services arena, the RRCC has benefited the American Red Cross, Northern California Chapter; the Shasta County Sear