Bomb Threat Reported At Black Oak Casino

Bomb Threat Reported At Black Oak Casino

Tuolumne, CA…On November 16, 2015 at approx. 1530 hours, an unidentified female reported to the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office that there was a bomb at the Black Oak Casino. Black Oak Casino was immediately notified and Tuolumne County Deputies responded to the scene. Black Oak Casino initiated their policies and evacuated the building. Tuolumne County […]

Caltrans Announces the Completion of the $14 Million Mokelumne River Bridge Project

Caltrans Announces the Completion of the $14 Million Mokelumne River Bridge Project

San Joaquin County – Caltrans along with local residents and business owners are celebrating the completion of the Mokelumne River Bridge Project on State Route 12 (SR-12).This $14 million project replaced the existing concrete bridge deck, removed and replaced existing electrical components, and increased the vertical clearance of the control house. The bridge, constructed in […]

What’s Happening In Murphys Through November 26th

What’s Happening In Murphys Through November 26th

Murphys, CA…What’s Happening in Murphys this Week November 16 through November 26, 2015. Local’s Days at Zucca Mountain Vineyards – Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday for 10% off wine purchases for residents in Calaveras, Tuolumne, and Amador counties. Thank you for your continued support for the last 15 years and we hope to see […]

Sonora Pass/State Route 108 Closes for Winter

Sonora Pass/State Route 108 Closes for Winter

Pinecrest, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed Sonora Pass/State Route 108 for the winter as of Monday, November 16, 2015. The road is closed at Kennedy Meadows. The recent storms, and accumulation of snow, make the seasonal closure necessary for the safety of motorists and Caltrans crews. The weather conditions on the pass […]

Copperopolis Man Arrested On Attempted Murder Charges

Copperopolis Man Arrested On Attempted Murder Charges

Copperopolis, CA….On 11-13-15 at about 2235hrs, the Calaveras Sheriff’s Office responded to an assault with a knife in the 1000 Block of Iroquois Court, Copperopolis. The victim was transported to a local hospital for their injuries and 60 year old John Merritt was arrested for attempted murder. The sheriff’s office is currently investigating this incident. […]

Vehicle Vs Power Pole Olive Orchard Road and Burson Road

Vehicle Vs Power Pole Olive Orchard Road and Burson Road

Rancho Calaveras Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle into a power pole at Olive Orchard Road and Burson Road. Use caution in the area for the next few hours. Incident: 00175 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Olive Orchard Rd / S Burson Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.141331 -120.899186 Detail Information 1:51 PM 3 […]

Vehicle Accident Amador County Hams Station

Vehicle Accident Amador County Hams Station

Hams Station Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a multi vehicle accident in the vicinity of Hand Station on Hwy 88 near Panther Creek Rd. Use caution when traveling in the high country today and tomorrow, carry your Chains and be sure to allow plenty of room between you are the vehicles ahead of you. […]

Another Brief Shot Of Winter Will Roll Through Today

Another Brief Shot Of Winter Will Roll Through Today

Bear Valley, CA…Today At lower elevations…rain in the morning…then heavy rain showers…heavy snow showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. At higher elevations…snow and heavy rain likely in the morning…then snow showers in the afternoon. Cooler. Highs 28 to 40 higher elevations…39 to 45 lower elevations. Snow accumulation 4 to 8 inches […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Giving Veterans their Chance

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Giving Veterans their Chance

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, America came together to salute our veterans – to express our appreciation to all who served so that we might live free. But our gratitude should extend beyond what our veterans have done for us in the past. It should remind us of our responsibility to serve them as well […]

Nohemi Gonzalez 20, Who Was Studying Abroad Becomes First American Fatality In Paris Attacks

Nohemi Gonzalez 20, Who Was Studying Abroad Becomes First American Fatality In Paris Attacks

Long Beach, CA…California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) student Nohemi Gonzalez, 20, was killed during the attacks in and around Paris on November 13. Gonzalez, from El Monte, Calif., was a junior studying design. She was in Paris attending Strate College of Design during a semester abroad program. Specific details of her passing are not […]

Patrice Pike & Guitarist Wayne Sutton Return To The Black Bart Tonight

Patrice Pike & Guitarist Wayne Sutton Return To The Black Bart Tonight

Murphys, CA…Award-winning Austin singer/songwriter Patrice Pike and stellar guitarist Wayne Sutton return to the Bart for only the second time since recording the highly regarded “Live at the Brushwood Lounge” here back in 2003. One of our favorites, Michael McNevin, opens the show. Advance tickets available in Murphys at Sustenance, in Angels at Aeolian Harp, […]

Death Toll Rises To 130 In Paris Terror Attacks. State Of Emergency Declared In France!

Paris, FR…The death toll so far has risen to an estimated 130 including a large number killed in the theatre that was attacked. A total of 6 separate attacks including suicide bombers who blew themselves up near a soccer stadium. President delivered a brief statement earlier which is below. Below President Obama’s video statement is […]

Vehicle Accident 26 and Barney West Point

Vehicle Accident 26 and Barney West Point

West Point Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle roll over due to black ice. Please use caution when driving these cold Winter mornings. Incident: 00109 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Barney Way / Sr26 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.389537 -120.525863 Detail Information 8:53 AM 4 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt to […]

Spectre Review: Ghosts of Agents Past ~ By Brett Bunge (Spoiler Alert)

Spectre Review: Ghosts of Agents Past ~ By Brett Bunge (Spoiler Alert)

Hollywood, CA…“The dead are alive,” declares the opening title card (a first in the franchise), for Spectre. It’s a running theme throughout the twenty-fourth official James Bond film, over which the shadow of Bond’s legacy looms large. More so than any of the previous films, particularly in the Daniel Craig era, this new story tries […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 13 to November 21

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 13 to November 21

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”    The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville November 13 – November 21 Ongoing […]

Soulsbyville Woman Injures Man With Her BMW

Soulsbyville Woman Injures Man With Her BMW

Soulsbyville, CA…A Soulsbyville woman backed her 2001 BMW into a Soulsbyville man who was sitting on her rear bumper. He suffered abrasions to his hands and arms. He also complained of pain to his ribs and hip. She was not injured…. He was treated at Sonora Regional Medical Center. She was not injured.

Vehicle Accident Hwy 49 and Gold Strike Road

Vehicle Accident Hwy 49 and Gold Strike Road

San Andreas Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle accident on Gold Strike Road off Hwy 49 . San Andreas Fire is on scene. Incident: 00062 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Gold Strike Rd / Sr49 Loc Desc: 2101 GOLD STRIKE Lat/Lon: 38.228514 -120.704155 Vehicle Vs Bridge Railing per Chief 160 on scene. Require […]