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Two Killed in Chico Library Shooting, FBI Assists

6/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The shooting inside the Butte County Library in Chico, California killed two people and left an 18-year-old suspect in custody.
The FBI’s Sacramento office is assisting local authorities in the investigation.
All county library branches were temporarily closed following the incident.
Police chief Billy Aldridge set up a family reunification center for those inside the building.

History

Historical Context

On April 20 1999, seniors Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold killed 13 people at Columbine High School, sparking a national debate on gun control. The “Columbine effect” linked their tactics to dozens of copycat attacks, prompting states such as California to tighten background checks and spend $45 million on school-safety programs. The 2024 Butte County Library shooting by an 18-year-old, investigated with FBI Sacramento help, echoes that pattern.

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Story summary

The shooting inside the Butte County Library in Chico, California killed two people and left an 18-year-old suspect in custody.
The FBI’s Sacramento office is assisting local authorities in the investigation.
All county library branches were temporarily closed following the incident.
Police chief Billy Aldridge set up a family reunification center for those inside the building.

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