Nevada Appeal

The story of Isaac Roop and Susanville unfolds at the Lassen Historical Museum

Just about everything you could ever want to know about Susanville, Calif., and Lassen County can be found in the Lassen Historical Museum in Susanville. Interestingly, you’ll also learn about the ...
Reno Gazette-Journal

This prison town has survived great loss. Now its prison is closing

SUSANVILLE, Calif. – The Waltons planned to spend the rest of their lives here. Patrick had lived in Susanville for 10 years. His wife, Holly, grew up in the tiny California city. Neither wanted to ...
Los Angeles Times

A rural California prison was set to close this summer. It’s still open, and inmates want a say

When it rains, water pours through the ceilings of the California Correctional Center in Susanville, sometimes flooding the cells of incarcerated men who have resorted to using soap to seal leaks.
Los Angeles Times

When a prison closes, the town where it sits has a chance for redemption

The scheduled deactivation of California Correctional Center has become a hot-button issue for the town of Susanville, sparking anger and a still-pending lawsuit to prevent the prison from closing at ...