Traffic Update….Pickup Overturned Near Copper Cove & Obyrnes Ferry Road

Traffic Update….Pickup Overturned Near Copper Cove & Obyrnes Ferry Road

Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Pickup Overturned Near Copper Cove & Obyrnes Ferry Road. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00077 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Copper Cove Ct / Obyrnes Ferry Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.940002 -120.605451 Close Detail Information 7:58 AM 2 [2] 1039 CALA SO 7:57 AM 1 [1] GRY PK OT-WENT OFF THE […]

Traffic Update….Injury Collision in Clearing Stages Near Hwy 12 & Lime Creek Road…(Update…Major Injury)

Traffic Update….Injury Collision in Clearing Stages Near Hwy 12 & Lime Creek Road…(Update…Major Injury)

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting an injury collision in the clearing stages near Hwy 12 & Lime Creek Road. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00296 Type: Trfc Collision-Major Inj Location: Sr12 / Lime Creek Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.197315 -120.800793 Close Detail Information 1:05 AM 13 [49] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 […]

Traffic Update…Pickup Overturned Off Roadway on Charmstone Way

Traffic Update…Pickup Overturned Off Roadway on Charmstone Way

Copperopolis, CA…CHP is reporting a pickup overturned off the roadway and possibly rolled over a person as well. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00198 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 2464 Charmstone Way Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.929392 -120.633118 Close Detail Information 3:03 PM 3 [4] ATC 49-2 X2 NEG RESPONSE 3:02 PM 2 [3] […]

Winter Returns as Colder System Rolls in Tonight

Winter Returns as Colder System Rolls in Tonight

Bear Valley, CA…Winter returns as a colder system moves through our area. For the rest Of Today At lower elevations, a slight chance of rain late in the morning, then heavy rain in the afternoon. At higher elevations, rain early in the afternoon. Rain and snow late in the afternoon. Windy. Highs 44 to 59 […]

A Fundraiser Has Been Created For Family of Mother & Daughter Lost in Bear Collision

A Fundraiser Has Been Created For Family of Mother & Daughter Lost in Bear Collision

While returning home from a family Thanksgiving dinner, Sarah Rohde (27) and her two young children were involved in a horrific and fatal collision with a bear. Tragically Sarah and her 19 month old daughter Arianna Harris lost their lives leaving behind her surviving 4 yr old son Jullian Harris and her loving fiance Dajon […]

(Updated) Copperopolis Mother Sarah Rae Rohde & 19 Month Old Ariana Harris Killed Hwy 4 Vehicle vs Bear Collision

(Updated) Copperopolis Mother Sarah Rae Rohde & 19 Month Old Ariana Harris Killed Hwy 4 Vehicle vs Bear Collision

Douglas Flat, CA…On November 23, 2017, at approximately 1800 hours, Sarah Rae Rohde was driving her vehicle westbound on SR-4, west of Holiday Mine Road at 55-60 MPH. At that time a black bear entered the roadway directly into the path of her Subaru and was struck and killed as a result. The force of […]

2017 Thanksgiving Maximum Enforcement Period is Underway

2017 Thanksgiving Maximum Enforcement Period is Underway

Sacramento, CA…Thanksgiving weekend, traditionally one of the busiest travel times in America, can also be one of the deadliest on the roadways. To help motorists avoid tragedies, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will have all available officers on patrol during a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP). The MEP begins at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, […]

Donald J. Trump Amends California Disaster Declaration

Donald J. Trump Amends California Disaster Declaration

Washington, DC…Today, President Donald J. Trump made additional disaster assistance available to the State of California by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for emergency protective measures undertaken in the State of California as a result of wildfires beginning on October 8, 2017, and continuing. Under the President’s major disaster declaration issued […]

Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Declares Cold and Flue Season

Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Declares Cold and Flue Season

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Don Young on Monday declared the start of cold and flue season. It isn’t what you think. Young, who is also the chief for San Andreas Fire Protection District, isn’t trying to replace Calaveras County Public Health Officer Dr. Dean Kelaita. Photo credit: Dana M. Nichols, San […]

Traffic Update…Rollover on Hwy 88 in Carson Spur Area

Traffic Update…Rollover on Hwy 88 in Carson Spur Area

Kirkwood, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle rollover in the Carson Spur area on Hwy 88. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00085 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr88 / Carson Spur Loc Desc: EB SR88 JWO CARSON SPUR Lat/Lon: 38.705537 -120.103879 Close Detail Information 8:43 AM 5 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down an Embankment and Through a Fence Near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads.

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down an Embankment and Through a Fence Near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads.

Jenny Lind, CA…CHP is reporting a collision near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads. A vehicle is down an embankment and through a fence. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00289 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Jenny Lind Rd / Milton Rd Loc Desc: 1 MILE FROM THE DUMP Lat/Lon: 38.099178 -120.878377 Close Detail Information […]

Copperopolis Man Arrested on Numerous Charges at Black Oak Casino

Copperopolis Man Arrested on Numerous Charges at Black Oak Casino

Tuolumne, CA…A Copperopolis man took a rather large gamble last night at a local casino that didn’t pay off in his favor. Our office received a call from Black Oak Casino reporting security staff had made contact with 21-year-old Tommy High on the gaming floor after he was involved in a verbal altercation with another […]

Sonora Pass Closed For Winter… Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!

Sonora Pass Closed For Winter… Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!

Alpine, Tuolumne, Mono and Inyo Counties – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the seasonal closure of Sonora Pass (SR-108) due to accumulations of snow and ice on this route. Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor Chris Baker encountered 8″ of snow covering a thick sheet of ice that stopped his progress at about 8,000′ on the […]

Sonora Traffic Details for the 34th Annual Christmas Parade on November 24th

Sonora Traffic Details for the 34th Annual Christmas Parade on November 24th

Sonora, CA…Friday, 24 November 2017, will be the 34th annual Christmas Parade. This event will bring thousands of visitors to downtown Sonora. Several streets will be closed before and during the parade including parts of State Route 49. People need to plan ahead if they are attending the parade or trying to get through town […]

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Hazard Areas

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Hazard Areas

Sonora, CA… The fire restrictions in high hazard areas have been terminated as of Nov. 20, 2017. The Stanislaus National Forest enacted the temporary fire restrictions on July 20. A campfire permit is still required for those camping outside of developed campgrounds and can be obtained at visitor centers or online at www.PreventWildfireCA.org. Important fire […]

Traffic Update….Overturned Big Rig in Tuolumne

Traffic Update….Overturned Big Rig in Tuolumne

Tuolumne, CA…CHP is reporting on overturned big rig with possible injuries near Buchanan Rd / Canyon Dr. At last report the vehicle was 10ft down an embankment. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00081 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Buchanan Rd / Carter St Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.968165 -120.233101 Close Detail Information 8:10 AM […]

Traffic Update…Head on Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Stoney Creek Road & Argonaut Lane

Traffic Update…Head on Vehicle vs Motorcycle Near Stoney Creek Road & Argonaut Lane

Jackson, CA…CHP is reporting a head on vehicle vs motorcycle collision near Stoney Creek Road and Argonaut Lane. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00193 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Stoney Creek Rd / Argonaut Ln Loc Desc: 2 MI FRM ARGONAUT Lat/Lon: 38.353785 -120.791848 Detail Information 1:21 PM 3 [5] 1039 AMA SO […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision on Mitchell Mill Road

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision on Mitchell Mill Road

West Point, CA…CHP is reporting a possible injury collision on Mitchell Mill Road. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00094 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 7250 Mitchell Mill Rd Loc Desc: RACE TRACK Lat/Lon: 38.368983 -120.444552 Close Detail Information 9:23 AM 3 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1183-Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj to 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt […]

Minor Injuries in DUI Collision on Hwy 49

Minor Injuries in DUI Collision on Hwy 49

Sonora, CA…On November 18, 2017 at approximately 2352 hours, Michael A. Newton of Twain Harte was driving a black 2009 Ford Crown Victoria northbound on State Route 49 south of Jack Page Road. Theodore J. Phelan of Sonora was driving a white 1992 Jeep Cherokee southbound on State Route 49 approaching Jack Page Road. Due […]

The “Mokelumne Express” Towers Are In For Bear Valley’s New High Speed Six Chair Lift!

The “Mokelumne Express” Towers Are In For Bear Valley’s New High Speed Six Chair Lift!

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley has given an update on progress on the new “Mokelumne Express” Lift…”What an incredible bluebird day for flying. Work began at 7am today with temps hovering around 19-22 degrees. Started with a safety & planning briefing then the crews headed out to their positions. The speed at which these multi-thousand pound […]

Traffic Update…Collision on Jenny Lind Road

Traffic Update…Collision on Jenny Lind Road

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a collision on Jenny Lind Road. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00228 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: 7550 Jenny Lind Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.118055 -120.879317 Close Detail Information 3:44 PM 6 [12] [Rotation Request Comment] *** 1039 MOTHERLODE 754-1740 *** 3:43 PM 5 [11] A49-001 1185 3:28 […]

All Fires Contained or Out on Stanislaus National Forest

All Fires Contained or Out on Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, CA…Stanislaus National Forest fire officials announced all lightning strike fires that were burning on the forest are either fully contained or out. The Summit Complex Fire, which included the Douglas, Willow and McCormick fires, were declared out. The Creek Fire was called 100 percent contained and the Bummers Fire was called controlled. “The wet […]

Active Shooter Drill Yesterday Helped Local First Responders & Organizations Plan…Just in Case

Active Shooter Drill Yesterday Helped Local First Responders & Organizations Plan…Just in Case

Sonora, CA…Adventist Health Sonora, along with partners throughout Tuolumne County, participated in the 2017 California Statewide Medical and Health Exercise (SWMHE) on Thursday, November 16 at Adventist Health Sonora’s main campus. This full scale exercise was based on a hospital campus active shooter scenario helped our community to be better prepared for emergencies and incidents […]

Tis the Season as Chain Controls in Effect on Local Highways

Tis the Season as Chain Controls in Effect on Local Highways

Arnold, CA…The precipitation and the nip in the air is bring snow to the high country. Sonora, Ebbetts & Tioga Passes are closed. Ebbetts is closed at the east end of Lake Alpine, Sonora is closed 26.4 miles of Strawberry or just over a marathon’s length from Strawberry. Chain controls from Tamarack on up Hwy […]

Completed Vista Del Lago Signal Project Brings Improvements to State Route 26

Completed Vista Del Lago Signal Project Brings Improvements to State Route 26

Valley Springs, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has recently completed a $3.8 million intersection improvement project on State Route 26 (SR-26) in Valley Springs. The project installed a four-way stop light at the intersection of SR-26 and Vista Del Lago Drive to improve efficiency for motorists and enhance pedestrian accessibility for residents in the […]

Caltrans District 10 Road Report & Repair Schedule Through November 25th

Caltrans District 10 Road Report & Repair Schedule Through November 25th

Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]