A Big, Beautiful Future ~ Tom McClintock

A Big, Beautiful Future ~ Tom McClintock

Washington, DC…Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the one Big Beautiful Bill Act reconciliation legislation.  Rep. McClintock (CA-05) voted in favor of the measure, and he delivered remarks this morning on the House floor.  Rep McClintock’s remarks (video link): If this bill fails, an average family’s taxes will rise 22 percent next year […]

House Passes “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

House Passes “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

Washington, DC…Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed The One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. “The media and the Democrats have consistently dismissed any possibility of House Republicans succeeding in our mission to enact President Trump’s America First agenda. Once again, they have been […]

Governor Newsom to U.S. Senate: ‘Will you side with China or America?’

Governor Newsom to U.S. Senate: ‘Will you side with China or America?’

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a statement on plans by U.S. Senate Republicans to proceed with a vote dismantling key pieces of the state’s clean vehicles and trucks program. The Senate is expected to vote on resolutions this week, illegally utilizing the Congressional Review Act (CRA) on three of the state’s Clean Air Act […]

CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

San Andreas, CA…As fire danger in the region increases, CAL FIRE Tuolumne -Calaveras Unit (TCU) has suspended all burn permits for outdoor, open residential burning in Zone 1 (below 3500’) within the State -Responsibility Area of Tuolumne County, Calaveras County, Eastern Stanislaus County and Eastern San Joaquin County. This suspension takes effect Wednesday, May 21, […]

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County has a rich mining heritage dating back to the Gold Rush of the 1850s, though today its mines primarily produce sand, gravel, and aggregate, materials which are used in the construction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure projects throughout the County. On Monday, May 19, 2025, the 2024-2025 Calaveras County Civil Grand […]

President Trump’s Summary of Two Hour Call with Putin

President Trump’s Summary of Two Hour Call with Putin

Washington, DC…Just completed my two hour call with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. I believe it went very well. Russia and Ukraine will immediately start negotiations toward a Ceasefire and, more importantly, an END to the War. The conditions for that will be negotiated between the two parties, as it can only be, because they […]

Since Governor Newsom Took Office, California’s Battery Storage has Increased 1,944% as He Touts Clean Economy

Since Governor Newsom Took Office, California’s Battery Storage has Increased 1,944% as He Touts Clean Economy

Sacramento, CA…California continues to rapidly expand its energy storage statewide, adding 2,300 megawatts (MW) since last September for a total of 15,763 MW of battery storage capacity, according to new data released today. This reflects a 1,944% increase since the start of the Newsom Administration – up from 770 MW in 2019. Energy storage – particularly battery […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for May 16th, 2025

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for May 16th, 2025

Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are below… Friday, May 16, 2025 00:03 TRAFFIC STOP 2505160001 Officer initiated activity at Hwy 108/HESS Av, Sonora, CA. Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:07 TRAFFIC STOP 2505160002 Officer initiated activity at Hospital Rd/Nevada St, Sonora City, CA. Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:35 […]

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

San Andreas, CA…Meet Lettie (A058872), a female Pit Bull mix, 7 months old and 32 pounds. Lettie is a sweet, gray-and-white pup who’s ready to leave shelter life behind and join a loving forever home. Shy at first, she’s been gaining confidence every day and showing her affectionate, playful side to everyone she meets. Lettie […]

Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Washington, DC…(AP) — Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday. Biden was seen by doctors last week after urinary symptoms and a prostate nodule were found. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday, with the cancer cells having spread to the bone. “While this represents a more […]

President Donald J. Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion Economic Commitment in Qatar

President Donald J. Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion Economic Commitment in Qatar

Doha, Qatar…Today in Qatar, President Donald J. Trump signed an agreement with Qatar to generate an economic exchange worth at least $1.2 trillion. President Trump also announced economic deals totaling more than $243.5 billion between the United States and Qatar, including an historic sale of Boeing aircraft and GE Aerospace engines to Qatar Airways. The […]

Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China

Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China

Washington, DC…By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and […]

Governor Newsom Announces Billions of Dollars for Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities & Services

Governor Newsom Announces Billions of Dollars for Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities & Services

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced $3.3 billion in grant funding today to create over 5,000 residential treatment beds and more than 21,800 outpatient treatment slots for behavioral health care services and will build upon other major behavioral health initiatives in California. Administered by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), the Proposition 1 Bond […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… LIVE Webcast Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 5/13/2025 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet  Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code […]

U.S.-UK Reach Historic Trade Deal

U.S.-UK Reach Historic Trade Deal

Washington, DC…Today, on the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II, President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a historic trade deal, providing American companies unprecedented access to the UK markets while bolstering U.S. national security. This is a great deal for America.   President Trump: “The deal includes billions […]

Newsom Defends California High-Speed Rail & Claims it Leaves Texas in the Dust

Newsom Defends California High-Speed Rail & Claims it Leaves Texas in the Dust

Sacramento, CA…California high-speed rail leaves Texas in the dust.   What’s the main difference between California high-speed rail and Texas high-speed rail? California’s system is under construction; Texas’ has yet to break ground.  California has transitioned from vision and ideas to active construction and tangible economic benefits, while the Texas project remains a dream mostly on […]

FBI Announces Local Results of Nationwide Effort to Arrest Child Sex Abuse Offenders

FBI Announces Local Results of Nationwide Effort to Arrest Child Sex Abuse Offenders

Sacramento, CA…The Federal Bureau of Investigation has concluded a national surge of resources to arrest accused child sex abuse offenders and combat child exploitation. In a coordinated effort by all 55 FBI field offices called Operation Restore Justice, 205 people were arrested nationwide. The FBI Sacramento Field Office arrested four individuals on federal charges as […]

Town Hall at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on Wednesday 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

Town Hall at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on Wednesday 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

Arnold, CA…Join California State Parks at a Town Hall meeting at Calaveras Big Trees State Park (SP) on Wednesday May 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. The community is invited to learn more about forest management at Calaveras Big Trees SP, including past and future prescribed burning. This meeting is in-person and online. To attend digitally, […]

Together, We Safeguard Calaveras ~ Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services

Together, We Safeguard Calaveras ~ Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services

San Andreas, CA…Wildfire resilience isn’t just a plan—it’s a commitment we make to each other. The 2025 Calaveras County Community Wildfire Protection Plan is our roadmap to a safer, stronger future. By embracing strategies like home hardening, vegetation management, and community education, we can reduce risks and protect what matters most. Here’s how you can […]

Extended Delays in Construction Zone on Hwy 26

Extended Delays in Construction Zone on Hwy 26

Calaveras County, CA…Drilling operations lead to extended delays on State Route 26 (SR-26) in Calaveras County near the Rich Gulch community. Starting Wednesday, Caltrans will begin extended traffic holds from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. These extended traffic holds will impact SR-26 just east of Gillhaven Drive and just west of Ponderosa Way. Traffic will […]

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