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🌱 Patch AM: Why police swarmed the Jackson and California streets area Tuesday morning
Coming up on the Chico Patch calendar: Chico Concours Car Show 2026
Cheers Chico! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why police swarmed the Jackson and California streets area Tuesday morning
- What new safety upgrades are coming to Chico's busy public library?
- Details on the fatal pedestrian collision at East and Ceres avenues
Also on today's calendar: Annual Bidwell Park and Chico Creeks Cleanup and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Hot with periods of sun, with a high of 103 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 102, low: 66.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 94 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 'Multiple suspects in custody' after large police response in Chico (krcrtv.com) — Chico residents were urged to avoid the Jackson and California streets area Tuesday morning as police carried out a high‑risk search warrant that brought a heavy law enforcement presence. Multiple suspects were taken into custody within an hour, and officers later said there was no ongoing danger, though they asked people to use caution while units remained on scene. 
2. Butte County libraries get security upgrades after shooting (actionnewsnow.com) — Chico's public library is getting new emergency exits, panic hardware, PA systems, and a security room after county supervisors approved added funding for safety upgrades. Along with similar work in Oroville, the Chico branch will also keep security guards for now while officials evaluate long‑term needs, aiming to make staff and visitors feel safer after a June shooting.
3. 89-year-old Chico man killed after being hit crossing East Avenue at Ceres Avenue (krcrtv.com) — An 89‑year‑old Chico man, Joel Seltzer, died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing East Avenue at Ceres Avenue Sunday night, according to Chico police. Investigators say he crossed against a red light, while the cooperating driver from Oroville was found not to be impaired or speeding, and nearby surveillance video helped document what happened.
4. Benefits of spay and neuter (chicoer.com) — Chico's animal shelters are taking in 49 pets per 1,000 residents, far above the national average and straining local resources. The column urges residents to spay and neuter their dogs, outlining clear health benefits, debunking common myths, and stressing how responsible pet care can ease Butte County's growing overpopulation and surrender crisis.
📸 Around Chico
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Chico
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★ Featured events ★
- Chico Concours Car Show 2026 →
ChicoCon, 2357 Fair St, Chico
9:00 am
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
- Back to School Night
Chico High Chico, CA 95926
6:00 pm - Brown Belt Weekend (50th Annual) →
Nibukikan Martial Arts Academy, 664 East First Ave Unit 10, Chico - Annual Bidwell Park and Chico Creeks Cleanup →
Hooker Oak Park, 1928 Manzanita Ave, Chico
8:30 am - Aerial Classes →
Kinetics Academy of Dance & Gymnastics, 627 Broadway St #100, Chico
10:30 am - Blackbelt Class - Sensei Chris Denz →
Nibukikan Martial Arts Academy, 664 East First Ave Unit 10, Chico
1:00 pm
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 27
Sunday October 4
📣 Chico Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Knit One, Purl Two-gether with the Durham Purls →
Butte County Library, Durham Branch, Durham
1:00 pm - Department Teacher Meeting
Durham Intermediate Durham, CA 95938
3:30 pm - Swim @ Orland
Durham Intermediate Orland High School, 101 Shasta St, Orland, CA 95963, USA
3:30 pm - Minimum Day (TK-6)
Pine Ridge Magalia, CA 95954 - Family Storytime →
Butte County Library, Durham Branch, 2545 Durham-Dayton Hwy, Durham
11:00 am - Girls Tennis @ Willows
Durham Intermediate Willows High School, 203 N Murdock Ave, Willows, CA 95988, USA
3:30 pm
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Having a yard sale at our home.
Stop by and say hello. Happy labor day! 2822 Mariposa Ave (Nextdoor Mariposa Vista) - Hello.
My kitty got out. If anyone sees her can u plz call me 530-965-2790. I live on w. 2nd ave. Her name is tootie. Thankyou. (Nextdoor W Sacramento & Nord)
- Mains'l posted a job opening for Caregiver / Direct Support Professional in Chico. Apply here.
- MGE Underground posted a job opening for Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator/Locator in Chico. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chico here.
Ok Chico! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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