Bidwell Mansion in Chico catches fire, investigation underway

The Bidwell Mansion in Chico caught fire early Wednesday morning, shocking the community. Fire officials received a call around 3:15 a.m. about a possible illegal burn. When firefighters arrived, the mansion was fully engulfed in flames. They used defensive tactics due to the risk of structural collapse. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and it is unclear if the building was occupied or if there were any injuries.