The Breakdown Episode 15 – Chris Kelstrom’s District 5 Campaign
The Breakdown takes a closer look at the Shasta County District 5 race and looks at Chris Kelstrom’s campaign finances.
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Part 2 – Midterm Elections 2022: The Politics of Fear, or What a Long, Strange Violent Trip It’s Been
Heading into the 2020 midterm elections, all four Shasta County supervisor candidates have proven adept at raising money,with each exceeding $100,000 in campaign donations. Continue Reading
Part 1 – Midterm Elections 2022: The Politics of Fear; or What a Long, Strange Violent Trip It’s Been
If you’re a regular reader of A News Café, chances are you’ve already mailed in your ballot for the 2022 midterm elections. Perhaps your early voting was prompted by Proposition 1, the Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, which, if passed,… Continue Reading
Dog Tales and Zapata’s Biggest Problem: Himself
Thank you to everyone who reached out offering to adopt the abandoned dogs across the street. Just kidding, not one single person came forward, although many of you shared their sad story. Thank you for that. Shout outs to Joyce,… Continue Reading
Live Entertainment in the North State: November 2 – 8
I expect more “First Friday” events will pop up as the weekend approaches, so check back here for updates. Thanks for reading. Wednesday, November 2 Nick Ciampi at Sweetspot in Redding. 6 pm. Blue Sky Ramblers at Cicada… Continue Reading
Damning Videos Show Councilman Dacquisto Mock Homeless Shelter; Oppose Homeless Solutions
If you cannot appreciate the hilarity of poverty; if you cannot find humor in the sport of ridiculing the filthy, squalid living conditions endured by Redding’s unhoused population, then you haven’t toured a homeless encampment with Redding City Councilman Michael… Continue Reading
The Tricks & Treats of the Shasta County Far-Right Horror Show
On Nov. 8, voters in Shasta County will have the opportunity to put the final nail in the coffin of a horrific far-right extremist movement, which took over the Shasta County Board of Supervisors last February with the recall of… Continue Reading
Could Carlos Zapata’s Death Threat Land Him in Prison?
Editor’s note: This story contains extreme profanity, graphic references to violence, and a recording than some may find highly disturbing. It’s been more than two weeks since a North State man received a profanity-laced graphic death threat. The message arrived… Continue Reading
Live Entertainment in the North State: October 26 – November 1
Fall is really here. I miss the outdoor music events. I don’t miss breaking into a sweat while bringing groceries in from the car. Enjoy what’s out there in our local live entertainment scene, drive carefully, and be… Continue Reading
The Breakdown Episode 14 – Kevin Crye’s campaign
The Breakdown investigates Kevin Crye’s campaign finances, as well as other aspects of his campaign activities. If you appreciate Benjamin Nowain’s reporting and commentary, please consider contributing to A News Cafe. Thank you!
