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Open Notebook: The intersection of mental health and criminal justice
Our Open Notebook series offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at how our journalists work. In this notebook entry, reporter Madison Holcomb shares insights into the considerations she makes as she reports on criminal justice stories, especially where mental health plays a major role.
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California Supreme Court to hold oral argument session in Shasta for first time in over 20 years
The oral argument outreach session is intended to be an opportunity for students and the general public to learn more about the judicial system. It’ll be held at the David Marr Theater in Redding on Oct. 7.
LaBarbera resigns from Anderson Union High School District Board
The school board member stepped down one day after the state authorized a lawsuit against her for the second time this year. She could still face legal action.
Curtis says he won’t appear in federal court tomorrow to testify
The elections official received a subpoena earlier this month to testify before a federal grand jury and bring June election ballots with him. He said he confirmed today he won’t have to go but did not explain who had informed him he was released from testifying.
Redding council to open recruitment for a new city manager
The council is contracting Rocklin-based recruiter Ralph Anderson & Associates to run the recruitment. It’s a decision met with mixed opinions by council members, some of whom wanted to offer the role to the city’s interim manager.
Shasta school board member Jackie LaBarbera faces new legal threat
Months after the California Attorney General’s Office approved the initiation of a lawsuit against her, LaBarbera is facing another dispute. The new claim against her alleges not only that her dual school board roles are incompatible, but also that she broke state law by holding her first seat long after having moved from the district she serves.
Flock, data centers and development: Here’s what two Anderson council candidates want — and don’t want — for the city
The League of Women Voters held a forum for Anderson City Council candidates last week. Former Mayor and Council member Stan Neutze and Sikh Centre Director and Shasta community organizer Amarjit Singh discussed their top priorities if elected. They’re among three candidates competing for two vacant seats on the council.