Claim OwnershipStraight from the Source with Hayley Watts
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Get to know the movers and shakers of Northern California! This unedited interview series features sheriffs, congressman, supervisors, city council members and other local leaders. KHSL/KNVN Action News Now News Director and Anchor Hayley Watts digs into the big issues, and uncovers interesting information about the guests' personal lives an interests.
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He hails from the East Coast but now calls Butte County home. We talk to Public Health Officer Dr. Jarett Beaudoin about everything from the E. Coli detection in Big Chico Creek, to vaccine safety, the "MAHA" movement, Lyme Disease, and what's driving the mental health crisis. And you might be surprised to learn that this health expert's favorite local restaurant is found inside a gas station!
This city councilmember is not afraid to tell you what he believes to be right and wrong. Chuck Reynolds talks about his battle to keep pot shops out of the Oroville, waging a war against the "MJ Five", his work to secure the transition from a city fire department to a contract with Cal Fire, and why he believes regular people make better leaders than career politicians.
The former Marysville city councilmember says he’s ready to take his public service to the state level. We hear from him about public education, affordable housing, his relationship with the current District 3 Assemblyman who endorsed him, his faith and even his take on Santa Claus.
This former Chico police chief, current city councilmember and head of the Butter Interagency Narcotics Task Force says he's committed to finding actual solutions to the problems our community faces. We discuss cartels, guns on school campuses and the relentless homelessness dilemma.
Tehama County Supervisor Matt Hansen opens up about the quasi-criminal investigation into Supervisor Pati Nolen and the claims she's made against him. He also gets us up to speed on where the ground is sinking in the county due to over-pumping, and why he's worried about public safety.
Former Chico Mayor Andrew Coolidge opens up about the homeless camp clearout lawsuit, losing his father in the Cascade Fire, the "ice rink controversy" and why he's now running for state assembly, district 3.
Our guest this week is the Editor-in-Chief of the Chico Enterprise-Record & Oroville Mercury-Register. Mike Wolcott talks about his long history in our area, from his childhood roots in Tehama County, to pursuing his big-city dreams of becoming a sports reporter. We talk about the role of journalism in democracy and how his team combats the "fake news" narrative.
Gaddie is a real-deal firefighter who the Action News Now team has gotten to know pretty well through his work as a public information office with Butte County Cal Fire. We talk about PFAs in firefighting gear, rescuing cats from trees, and why he stays in "business mode" to stay sane in this challenging profession.
This former California Farm Bureau President is also making a run for the state assembly, district 3. We talk about his background as a first-generation olive and citrus farmer, water management, GMOs and pesticides, and what he thinks about the reintroduction of wolves that started in Yellowstone, his favorite place to visit.
Tehama County's District 3 Supervisor is at the center of a criminal investigation after a recent Grand Jury report detailed concern about possible misconduct, alcohol use and secret recordings. She opens up about where she believes the claims against her stem from. Plus, we talk about her roots in the construction industry and her goals for her constituents.
Red Bluff's Police Chief Quintan Ortega worked his way up the ranks in the community he calls home. He's up against illegal drugs, mental health issues, homelessness and funding challenges, but seems to be brimming with compassion, humor and positivity. You just might find the man behind the badge to be truly inspiring.
Chico Unified School District's first-ever female superintendent has retired after 18 years. We talked about navigating the challenges of the COVID pandemic, complicated gender issues and how to serve a school lunch that's both healthy and edible.
The House of Representatives just approved President Trump's spending plan. We caught up with Northern California Congressman Doug Lamalfa right after the vote. He explains what it means for water storage in our area, Medicaid's future, public lands and rural hospitals.
In her first and only interview with local media, Sherri Papini talks about why pleading guilty to lying to a federal agent and to mail fraud doesn't mean she lied about everything. We asked her all the questions we've heard from community members over the years about her disappearance and why she's speaking out for the first time in almost a decade.
Redding City Councilmember Tenessa Audette brings up serious concerns regarding the city's finances. She argues that massive pay bumps have hurt public safety. She also opens up about raising teenagers, playing pickleball and CrossFit. We also discuss the influence of Bethel Church Redding on local politics.
This New Jersey born distance runner and outdoor enthusiast is on a mission to make Shasta County a safer place. He's been in office for just about 6 months, and has already met the governor and spent the night at a homeless shelter site. He lays out his goals for the community, including better roads and restored trust in elections.
The former Chico Unified School Board member and 3rd generation rice farmer shares his suspicions about who's really running the local school district. We hear his thoughts about how the the state handled the COVID-19 pandemic within public schools. He also shares some fascinating insights into what life is like in the Middle East, as well as California's water availability. Find the campaign finance docs discussed, here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:5e888bb9-26d5-50d0-a63d-4244df15d67f
He's worked all over the country, but says Chico is his last stop (even though he says the president's mansion just might be haunted). Perez shares insight into new projects, including the vacant Whitney Hall. He talks about state money woes and how the latest moves from Washington are impacting the CSU. Plus, navigating the pandemic, students with mental health struggles and the ongoing homeless crisis surrounding the campus area.
Mayor Crowder became a town leader just days before the Camp Fire. His life has since taken a totally different course as he's rallied for fire survivor tax relief in D.C. and helped the town rebuild. We hear from him on wildfire and wildlife safety, and hear what his favorite things about the *new* Paradise are.
Chief Steve Standridge has been pretty vocal lately about why he wants another fire station on Hicks Lane. But that's not all he's worried about. We discuss life on a firefighter's schedule and the tough toll it can take on sleep, marriage and even just eating a hot meal. Plus, hear why he's "terrified" going into another fire season with the Warren vs. Chico settlement deal still in place.
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