Issue: June 01, 2017
Morning, readers,
We've got a doozy of a paper in store for you this week, so get your coffee in hand and settle in for a while. Our feature story is about how law enforcement and mental illness work (or don't) together. In light of the high-profile shooting death of Desmond Phillips, whose family and supporters continue to speak out, we launched our own investigation into police killings of civilians. Staff Writer Ken Smith analyzed the last 20 years of such incidents and talked with law enforcement leaders, mental health professionals and families of victims to paint a full picture of what's happening and what's at stake.
In other news this week: The Bidwell Park and Playground Commission considers a plan to arm some—but not all—of the city's park rangers; Butte County's Drug Court celebrates the commencement of several participants who have successfully turned their lives around following drug-related convictions; University Bar reopens today as University Sports Bar; and much more.
Read on,
Meredith J. Cooper, managing editor
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A deadly mix
Desmond Phillips died in a county where fatal interactions between law enforcement and the mentally ill are double the national average.
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Tragic history
A brief look at the last 20 years of fatal encounters with local law enforcement, with an emphasis on mental health.
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Recovering their lives
In a nontraditional courtroom graduation ceremony, addicts celebrate sobriety.
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Park Watch plus
City pitches ranger reserve program, compromise on park policing.
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Homeless by the numbers
The 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time survey results show lack of local affordable housing.
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Heat is on
Chico opens defense of its Golden West League title.
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Origin stories
Percentage of Americans who believe in creationism is lowest ever, poll finds.
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Cup half full
Groundwater tells a different story than reservoirs and rivers following record rains.
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Put to the test
Doctors rely on scans and screenings for hospital diagnoses, with the cost of excess estimated at $200 billion and 30,000 deaths annually.
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Don’t tread on us
Gianforte and Abbott incidents affect every citizen, not just journalists in their crosshairs.
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A community crisis
Statistics on police shootings shine new light on a critical problem in our backyard.
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Extremism and America’s oil addiction
President Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia signals his commitment to a severely oppressive theocracy.
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Forever loved
Thoughts for Desmond Phillips’ family, whose grief will know no end.
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A sweet year
Local couple make waves with their homemade cheesecakes.
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Game time for Chico bars
Expect some changes at University Bar, Quackers and Panama’s.
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Art class adventure
Arc of Butte County co-hosts group exhibit.
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The Thirst
Harry Hole is back tracking a grisly serial killer.
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Only Time Will Tell
A fine new collection from pianist Mike Longo and trio.
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Eat the heart out
A love note to dad and the glorious artichoke.
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Chuck vs. The Greatest
A moment of boxing fame for a forgotten contender.
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