This retired county worker says she knows how local government works from a career working behind the scenes, and that's why she's running for Supervisor District 3. We talk about her goals for better transparency and community involvement with issues before the board of supervisors. Public safety is a big focus for, which is no surprise since she's married to current Sheriff Dave Kain.

Gallagher says he'll fight for lower gas prices and affordability, and will tackle waste and fraud. The Northern California lawmaker talks about what motivated him to run for a seat as a federal representative after the death of Rep. Doug Lamalfa earlier this year.

The Shasta College president has local roots, and a background in English. We talk about what the community college has to offer, above and beyond what many might expect! Plus, the role of AI in higher education, expected state funding and why he loves long-distance running.

Shasta County Supervisor Kevin Crye is fighting colon cancer, and fighting to keep his seat for district 1. He addresses some of the claims against him by the two people also running for that seat in the June Primary. We talk about his plans for mental health, infrastructure, a medical school and a school he's starting for local teens.

This former Cal Fire EMT and law enforcement officer is running for Shasta County Supervisor District 1. He's calling for the county to push back against state mandates, and to do a better job of spending taxpayer dollars.

This Redding City Councilmember says she'll fight for mental health options and better public safety if elected to Shasta County District 1. Erin Resner breaks down what motivated her to run for office, as well as her plan for spending less money.

The appointed clerk & ROV says he believes changing the elections process through Measure B could set the stage for a nationwide change. He talks about increasing access for election observers and relying less on computers and more on real people to count ballots.

This contractor and Anderson City Councilmember now wants to represent district 5 in Shasta County. He discusses streamlining planning processes to help our region grow and thrive. Plus, how he plans to tackle the county's domestic violence problem.

Meet Matt & Lauren Thiede as well as Matt Johnston, the people behind Stoble Workplace. They're now taking their concept of "people-powered projects" across downtown and into the foothills. From bike trails, historical preservation to fancy donuts, this trio of friends is putting an inheritance to work in our community.

This Chico State sociology professor is focused on getting ahead of disasters like wildfires and flooding with better planning. We also talk with Marianne Paiva about her post-Camp Fire research, and why she thinks being a mom will make her a better public servant.