Earthquakes on Sheldon

As the colder fall weather arrives, the Modoc National Forest expresses appreciation to all campers who visited during the spring and summer. The recreation staff has begun the process of preparing the campgrounds for winter. […]

Domestic violence is a serious issue in Modoc County and across Northern California. In 2020, Modoc County reported 40 domestic violence-related calls for help, about 5.2 calls per 1,000 adults. While this is slightly below […]

A Susanville man was arrested early Friday morning following a high-speed pursuit through residential neighborhoods, according to the Susanville Police Department. At approximately 1:10 a.m. on Feb. 14, an officer observed a vehicle traveling westbound […]

Jose Magallanes, 42, of Susanville, was recently convicted of methamphetamine possession and possession of drug paraphernalia following a jury trial. A recent jury conviction in Susanville, Lassen County, highlights ongoing concerns over methamphetamine possession and […]

Severe weather conditions have caused flooding, road closures, and power outages across Modoc County, prompting emergency response efforts from local agencies. Officials warn that more rain is expected, and residents are urged to remain cautious. […]

Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick, R-Alturas, introduced a series of bills this week aimed at addressing key challenges in rural communities. The proposed legislation seeks to increase funding for local programs, improve environmental safety and provide counties […]

On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the Modoc College Center in Alturas hosted Jobs First, a workshop by the University of California, Davis Institute of the Environment. The two-hour session exposed RISE-MESA youth to new STEM […]