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Mayor Mike Littau said there were around 50 to 60 applicants. A much smaller number was interviewed.
New Redding mayor gives update on city manager hiring process – Shasta Scout
Mayor Mike Littau said there were around 50 to 60 applicants. A much smaller number was interviewed.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Mayor Mike Littau said there were around 50 to 60 applicants. A much smaller number was interviewed.
Some hotels in downtown Redding are serving as interim housing sites. The council directed staff to enforce against those hotels under existing law prohibiting residential hotel use. The process could displace hundreds.
Redding staff respond to concerns about interim housing programs – Shasta Scout
Some hotels in downtown Redding are serving as interim housing sites. The council directed staff to enforce against those hotels under existing law prohibiting residential hotel use. The process could...
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December 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Some hotels in downtown Redding are serving as interim housing sites. The council directed staff to enforce against those hotels under existing law prohibiting residential hotel use. The process could displace hundreds.
Newly appointed Mayor Mike Littau presided over a collaborative council discussion on oversight of the city’s budgeting processes — something that’s been a source of tension on the council for months.
Redding council moves towards implementing financial oversight committee – Shasta Scout
Newly appointed Mayor Mike Littau presided over a collaborative council discussion on oversight of the city’s budgeting processes — something that’s been a source of tension on the council for months.
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December 3, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Newly appointed Mayor Mike Littau presided over a collaborative council discussion on oversight of the city’s budgeting processes — something that’s been a source of tension on the council for months.
The Redding Planning Commission has approved a tentative map for a new subdivision in Quartz Hill. Appeals from a dozen residents have prompted a special meeting.
Redding council to discuss proposed Quartz Hill subdivision map after community opposition – Shasta Scout
The Redding Planning Commission has approved a tentative map for a new subdivision in Quartz Hill. Appeals from a dozen residents have prompted a special meeting.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:31 AM
The Redding Planning Commission has approved a tentative map for a new subdivision in Quartz Hill. Appeals from a dozen residents have prompted a special meeting.
Today in Shasta County Superior Court, 64-year-old Roger Neil Schmidt Sr. pled guilty to charges of murder and sexual assault filed by the Shasta District attorney’s office earlier this year, four decades after the crimes were committed. shastascout.org/former-burne...
Former Burney resident pleads guilty to murder committed in 1984 – Shasta Scout
Today in Shasta County Superior Court, 64-year-old Roger Neil Schmidt Sr. pled guilty to charges of murder and sexual assault filed by the Shasta District attorney’s office earlier this year, four dec...
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December 2, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Today in Shasta County Superior Court, 64-year-old Roger Neil Schmidt Sr. pled guilty to charges of murder and sexual assault filed by the Shasta District attorney’s office earlier this year, four decades after the crimes were committed. shastascout.org/former-burne...
After recent erasures of the historical contributions and experiences of Indigenous people from public sites, the work of an early 20th century Wintu poet provides poignant insights into how local Native people have fought against invisibility for centuries.
“My ancestors have not deserted me”: The life and writings of Wintu poet Alfred Gillis – Shasta Scout
After recent erasures of the historical contributions and experiences of Indigenous people from public sites, the work of an early 20th century Wintu poet provides poignant insights into how local Nat...
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November 29, 2025 at 5:25 AM
After recent erasures of the historical contributions and experiences of Indigenous people from public sites, the work of an early 20th century Wintu poet provides poignant insights into how local Native people have fought against invisibility for centuries.
Last month, HHSA director Christy Coleman took a strong stance against the proposed project which, if approved by the state, could bring much-needed mental health services to Shasta County. Today she announced that she’s decided to support it.
Shasta Health and Human Services Director reverses course on True North project – Shasta Scout
Last month, HHSA director Christy Coleman took a strong stance against the proposed project which, if approved by the state, could bring much-needed mental health services to Shasta County. Today she ...
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November 27, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Last month, HHSA director Christy Coleman took a strong stance against the proposed project which, if approved by the state, could bring much-needed mental health services to Shasta County. Today she announced that she’s decided to support it.
Beginning with California’s annexation from Mexico in 1850, the government engaged in nearly a century of ongoing colonization of Tribal land. Newly-developed curriculum explains how the Maidu and Pit River peoples have been able to reclaim some of that land through years of activism.
Interactive mapping tool helps tell the story of California’s Tribal resistance – Shasta Scout
Beginning with California’s annexation from Mexico in 1850, the government engaged in nearly a century of ongoing colonization of Tribal land. Newly-developed curriculum explains how the Maidu and Pit...
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November 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Beginning with California’s annexation from Mexico in 1850, the government engaged in nearly a century of ongoing colonization of Tribal land. Newly-developed curriculum explains how the Maidu and Pit River peoples have been able to reclaim some of that land through years of activism.
Longtime tourism and hospitality expert Jennifer Johnston will be responsible for promoting tourism in Redding, Shasta and the surrounding counties in her new leadership role.
Key North State tourism organizations announce new CEO – Shasta Scout
Longtime tourism and hospitality expert Jennifer Johnston will be responsible for promoting tourism in Redding, Shasta and the surrounding counties in her new leadership role.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Longtime tourism and hospitality expert Jennifer Johnston will be responsible for promoting tourism in Redding, Shasta and the surrounding counties in her new leadership role.
A report by the Shasta Equal Justice Coalition used law enforcement data to examine racial and other demographic disparities in the county’s legal system.
Black and Indigenous people in Shasta disproportionately face adverse interactions with police, local study says – Shasta Scout
A report by the Shasta Equal Justice Coalition used law enforcement data to examine racial and other demographic disparities in the county’s legal system.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:53 AM
A report by the Shasta Equal Justice Coalition used law enforcement data to examine racial and other demographic disparities in the county’s legal system.
Today’s the day! Come visit Damburger anytime from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., and you’ll be supporting a great local business as well as Shasta Scout’s reporting efforts. That’s because 20% of all orders will be donated to Scout!
Dine & Donate – Shasta Scout
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November 25, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Today’s the day! Come visit Damburger anytime from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., and you’ll be supporting a great local business as well as Shasta Scout’s reporting efforts. That’s because 20% of all orders will be donated to Scout!
Patrick Deedon will fill a role vacated by Judge Stephen Baker when he retired in June. His start date has not yet been announced.
Gov. Newsom appoints Redding attorney to fill judicial vacancy in Shasta's Superior Court – Shasta Scout
Patrick Deedon will fill a role vacated by Judge Stephen Baker when he retired in June. His start date has not yet been announced
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November 25, 2025 at 4:41 AM
Patrick Deedon will fill a role vacated by Judge Stephen Baker when he retired in June. His start date has not yet been announced.
The fund was created by the Community Foundation of the North State to support nonprofits providing essential services during the recent federal shutdown.
North State “critical response” donor fund awards first round of grants – Shasta Scout
The fund was created by the Community Foundation of the North State to support nonprofits providing essential services during the recent federal shutdown.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The fund was created by the Community Foundation of the North State to support nonprofits providing essential services during the recent federal shutdown.
Addressing recent allegedly racially-motivated crimes and incidents, California’s Commission on the State of Hate held a forum with local leadership to discuss the harms of discrimination.
After spate of alleged hate crimes and incidents, California Civil Rights Department holds forum in Shasta – Shasta Scout
Addressing recent allegedly racially-motivated crimes and incidents, California’s Commission on the State of Hate held a forum with local leadership to discuss the harms of discrimination.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Addressing recent allegedly racially-motivated crimes and incidents, California’s Commission on the State of Hate held a forum with local leadership to discuss the harms of discrimination.
The meeting held last night at the Redding Veterans Hall was meant to provide county staff with community perspectives about how discretionary funds should be spent.
Redding residents discuss Shasta’s strategic plan at community meeting – Shasta Scout
The meeting held last night at the Redding Veterans Hall was meant to provide county staff with community perspectives about how discretionary funds should be spent.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:32 AM
The meeting held last night at the Redding Veterans Hall was meant to provide county staff with community perspectives about how discretionary funds should be spent.
CalFresh benefits were expected to be delayed in November because of the government shutdown, but a lawsuit filed by California and other states restored benefits earlier this month.
CalFresh benefits have been restored in Shasta since early November, county says – Shasta Scout
CalFresh benefits were expected to be delayed in November because of the government shutdown, but a lawsuit filed by California and other states restored benefits earlier this month.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:40 PM
CalFresh benefits were expected to be delayed in November because of the government shutdown, but a lawsuit filed by California and other states restored benefits earlier this month.
A mid-October letter from the Secretary of State asked Shasta’s election official for his written plans and procedures. The 14-page document he provided revolved largely around what Curtis believes former election officials did wrong.
California asked ROV Clint Curtis for written election procedures. Here's what Shasta’s official sent back – Shasta Scout
A mid-October letter from the Secretary of State asked Shasta’s election official for his written plans and procedures. The 14-page document he provided revolved largely around what Curtis believes fo...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:55 PM
A mid-October letter from the Secretary of State asked Shasta’s election official for his written plans and procedures. The 14-page document he provided revolved largely around what Curtis believes former election officials did wrong.
With little debate, the council unanimously voted this week to advance the development plan for the Redding riverfront. Once finalized, the document will set the boundaries for how development could occur on prime public land.
Redding City Council moves forward with Riverfront Specific Plan – Shasta Scout
With little debate, the council unanimously voted this week to advance the development plan for the Redding riverfront. Once finalized, the document will set the boundaries for how development could o...
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November 21, 2025 at 3:00 AM
With little debate, the council unanimously voted this week to advance the development plan for the Redding riverfront. Once finalized, the document will set the boundaries for how development could occur on prime public land.
As the county moves forward with preliminary steps toward what could one day be a three-part correctional campus located off Eastside Road in Redding, neighbors voiced their concerns during a tense public meeting.
Neighbors organize in opposition to proposed three-part Shasta correctional facility – Shasta Scout
As the county moves forward with preliminary steps toward what could one day be a three-part correctional campus located off Eastside Road in Redding, neighbors voiced their concerns during a tense pu...
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November 21, 2025 at 2:50 AM
As the county moves forward with preliminary steps toward what could one day be a three-part correctional campus located off Eastside Road in Redding, neighbors voiced their concerns during a tense public meeting.
Both the county and the state are betting the organization can build on its current faith-based approach to homeless services to successfully operate a licensed residential substance use treatment facility.
Good News Rescue Mission receives over $2 million in opioid settlement funds – Shasta Scout
Both the county and the state are betting the organization can build on its current faith-based approach to homeless services to successfully operate a licensed residential substance use treatment fac...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Both the county and the state are betting the organization can build on its current faith-based approach to homeless services to successfully operate a licensed residential substance use treatment facility.
Three bear deaths since midsummer mark a troubling pattern on Highway 299 which threads through prime bear habitat.
Three bears, three months: Highway 299’s cost to wildlife – Shasta Scout
Three bear deaths since midsummer mark a troubling pattern on Highway 299 which threads through prime bear habitat.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Three bear deaths since midsummer mark a troubling pattern on Highway 299 which threads through prime bear habitat.
The local organization helps victims of domestic and family violence, sexual assault and other types of abuse. Help is still available but crisis intake will shift to the phones instead of being available via walk-in services beginning Nov. 24.
One SAFE Place temporarily halts walk-in services for those in crisis after water damage – Shasta Scout
The local organization helps victims of domestic and family violence, sexual assault and other types of abuse. The organization says help is still available but crisis intake will shift to the phones ...
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November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The local organization helps victims of domestic and family violence, sexual assault and other types of abuse. Help is still available but crisis intake will shift to the phones instead of being available via walk-in services beginning Nov. 24.
The manual tally, which involves hand counting some of the ballots to verify the machine count, occurred yesterday. Notice of the legally required audit was only released on Friday, raising concerns for some.
Shasta County conducts 1% manual tally amid concerns about providing the public with advance notice – Shasta Scout
The manual tally, which involves hand counting some of the ballots to verify the machine count, occurred yesterday. Notice of the legally required audit was only released on Friday, raising concerns f...
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November 18, 2025 at 5:23 PM
The manual tally, which involves hand counting some of the ballots to verify the machine count, occurred yesterday. Notice of the legally required audit was only released on Friday, raising concerns for some.
With congressional district lines redrawn for next year’s mid-term election, Democratic contenders have a likely advantage in the race for Shasta’s representation on Capitol Hill.
Who are the contenders to represent the North State in a post-Prop. 50 election? – Shasta Scout
With congressional district lines redrawn for next year’s mid-term election, Democratic contenders have a likely advantage in the race for Shasta’s representation on Capitol Hill.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
With congressional district lines redrawn for next year’s mid-term election, Democratic contenders have a likely advantage in the race for Shasta’s representation on Capitol Hill.
Numbers reported to the state today show just over 64,000 ballots have been counted in Shasta with only about 1,500 remaining. Original ballot estimates reported to the state last week were significantly higher than the near-final numbers.
Most of Shasta’s ballots have been counted. Early estimates were much higher than current numbers – Shasta Scout
Numbers reported to the state today show just over 64,000 ballots have been counted in Shasta with only about 1,500 remaining. Original ballot estimates reported to the state by Shasta’s recently-appo...
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November 15, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Numbers reported to the state today show just over 64,000 ballots have been counted in Shasta with only about 1,500 remaining. Original ballot estimates reported to the state last week were significantly higher than the near-final numbers.