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Chico, California

Located in Butte County, California, Chico was established in 1860. Chico absorbed thousands of refugees after the 2018 Camp Fire destroyed nearby Paradise. Bidwell Park is one of the largest municipal parks in the U.S.
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Founded 1860 | Population 101,000 | Peak 101,000 (2024) | County Butte County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Chico, California

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1860 Founded by John Bidwell: Pioneer founds city in northern Sacramento Valley.
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1887 Chico State Founded: California State University campus.
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1910 Economic Development: Chico grew through the automobile industry.
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1987 Party School Reputation: Playboy ranks Chico State #1 party school.
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2018 Camp Fire Refugees: Paradise fire survivors flood into Chico.
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Latest News in Chico

Jan 1, 1970
Wheel of Fortune Contestant Misses Out On $61,000 Over This Tough Puzzle
A Wheel of Fortune contestant saw $61,000 slip away in the Bonus Round last week, leaving fans stunned over what many called one o…
Jan 1, 1970
Dead or Missing Scientists Pose “National Security Threat,” Top House Republican Warns as Oversight Committee Launches Probe
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has declared a series of deaths and disappearances involving at least 11 Am…
Jan 1, 1970
Trump’s Psychedelic Pivot: Executive Order Accelerates Review of Mind-Altering Drugs for Mental Health Crisis
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday directing federal agencies to fast-track the review and potential app…
Jan 1, 1970
White House Signals Review of Mysterious Deaths and Disappearances Among U.S. Scientists in Sensitive Fields
The Trump administration has indicated it will examine a cluster of unexplained deaths and disappearances involving at least 10 Am…
Jan 1, 1970
California’s “Stop Nick Shirley Act”: Privacy Measure or Assault on Investigative Journalism?
California lawmakers advanced a controversial bill Monday that critics have dubbed the “Stop Nick Shirley Act,” raising sharp …
Jan 1, 1970
Sexual Assault Probe and Staff Revolt Threaten to End Congressman’s California Gubernatorial Bid
Rep. Eric Swalwell’s once-promising campaign for California governor has unraveled with breathtaking speed. In little more than …

Complete Historical Timeline

1860 Culture
Founded by John Bidwell
1887 Culture
Chico State Founded
1910 Industry
Economic Development
1987 Culture
Party School Reputation
2018 Disaster
Camp Fire Refugees

Did You Know?

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Chico absorbed thousands of refugees after the 2018 Camp Fire destroyed nearby Paradise.
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Bidwell Park is one of the largest municipal parks in the U.S.
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Chico State has shed its party school image for strong sustainability programs.
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Chico is located in Butte County, California.
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Chico was founded in 1860.

Famous People from Chico, California

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Aaron Rodgers
American Football Player · Born Dec 2, 1983 · Age 42
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Pat Mastelotto
Drummer, Musician · Born Sep 10, 1955 · Age 70
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Donovan Scott
Actor · Born Sep 29, 1947 · Age 78
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Haley Cope
Swimmer · Born Apr 11, 1979 · Age 46
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Matt Lucena
Tennis Player · Born Aug 4, 1969 · Age 56

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