THE ROADRUNNER

Executive Order 14238 and what it means for public libraries and museums across the nation

What it does and why you should care.

Alani Ethelbah, Staff Writer • June 5, 2025

Two months ago, March 14th, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy” (Executive order 14238). According to an article by Jurist News...

Emily Pike and the MMIW Crisis

"Her name is not confined to this reservation anymore. It has spread throughout all of Indian Country." - Allred Pike Jr.

Alani Ethelbah, Staff Writer • May 20, 2025

Earlier this year the loss of Emily Pike reverberated throughout the Native American community. Initially, Emily had been labeled a runaway, having last been seen leaving her group home on January 27th,...

Morally Good Men

Opinion Piece on the Assassination Fascination

Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor • May 1, 2025

Opinion Piece on the Assassination Fascination

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Kneecap, Israel and Palestine – Support, Not Antisemitism

Clarifying the distinction between protesting against Israeli violence in Gaza and aiming hatred at the Jewish community

Daniel O’Hara, Staff Writer • April 23, 2025

Clarifying the distinction between protesting against Israeli violence in Gaza and aiming hatred at the Jewish community

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“Boys will be Boys”

A brief look into Elon Musk's actions within the government

Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor • April 11, 2025

A brief look into Elon Musk's actions within the government

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Huge turnout at Chico’s Hands-Off protest

Justin Stock, Editor-in-Chief • April 8, 2025

What were people protesting? On Saturday, April 5, in downtown Chico, swaths of residents came out in unison to showcase their fear, concerns, and anger against the newly elected Trump Administration...

City of Oroville becomes Non-Sanctuary City

In 7-0 vote this week, the city of Oroville becomes a non-sanctuary city

Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor • March 19, 2025

In 7-0 vote this week, the city of Oroville becomes a non-sanctuary city

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Karina’s Secret Garden

Inspired be a favorite childhood book, "The Secret Garden," the writer contemplates the difference between a neighborhood and a home.

Karina Itzcoatl, Guest Contributor • February 15, 2025

Karina lived here once, a place that helped shape her understanding of the world. She has never forgotten it, no matter how much it has changed through the decades. The interior of her childhood home was...

Bidwell Mansion destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning

While the cause is still unknown, the community mourns the loss of the historic building.

Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor • December 11, 2024

A fire broke out on Wednesday morning around 3:30 am at the Bidwell National Park in Chico, CA. The Bidwell Mansion, which sits in the park and is designated a historic landmark, was engulfed in flames...

Cocodine Thai Cuisine Review

The authentic dishes present tastes I remember from my travels to Thailand.

Sukh Joth Kaur, Staff Writer • December 9, 2024

Cocodine Thai Cuisine is a real gem for anyone in Chico craving authentic, flavorful, and delicious Thai cuisine. The moment you enter the restaurant, you are welcomed by a warm and inviting environment....

Guide to the Perfect Holiday Basket

Looking for some warm, yummy treats your loved ones will enjoy this coming holiday? Give these 5 recipes a try!

Ashley Peterson, Women’s Sport Jounalist • December 4, 2024

HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIES- Here's a holiday classic with a little twist. The ingredients needed are butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, all-purpose flour, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, baking powder,...

Oroville Christmas Tree Lighting

Come to Downtown Oroville, December 6, 2024 for a tree lighting and pictures with Santa.

Andrew Vojta, Executive-Editor • December 4, 2024

It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas, at least even more so on December 6, 2024. Come to Downtown Oroville at 1200 Myers Street, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a spectacular event that is fun...