ChicoSol to Host Election Forum Featuring Local and State Race Discussions
ChicoSol is hosting a free forum at Chico State's Colusa Hall on Wednesday, October 21, from 7-8 p.m. Reporters from ChicoSol, NSPR, and CalMatters will discuss the upcoming general election ballot, focusing on Chico City Council races, California ballot measures,…

Chico Redding, CA, October 7, 2026 — A free public forum focused on the upcoming general election ballot will be held on Wednesday, October 21, at Chico State University. The event is being hosted by ChicoSol and will take place in Colusa Hall from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The forum aims to provide attendees with information and insights into key aspects of the upcoming election. Discussions will cover local races, specifically those for the Chico City Council. Additionally, the event will delve into statewide propositions and various California ballot measures that voters will consider.
Reporters from three different news organizations are scheduled to participate in the discussion. These include representatives from ChicoSol, North State Public Radio (NSPR), and CalMatters, a non-profit, non-partisan news organization. The participating reporters are expected to offer perspectives on the Chico City Council races, California ballot measures, and the competitive congressional and state Assembly races pertinent to the region.
The event is free and open to the public, providing an opportunity for community members to engage with election-related topics and learn more about the candidates and measures before voting.
Story summarized from the original created by Leslie Layton on chicosol.org, see more information here.
