Sacramento, CA…In November, California voters will have an opportunity to amend the state’s constitution to include the right to an abortion and today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order to further protect women coming to California from other states. “California will not back down from the fight to protect abortion rights as more than half […]
San Andreas- CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit would like to remind everyone that within the counties of Tuolumne and Calaveras fireworks rules and regulations differ. In Tuolumne County, ALL fireworks are prohibited; including safe and sane fireworks. In Calaveras County, with the exception of the Ebbetts Pass Fire Protection District, Safe and Sane fireworks are allowed. […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) today issued the following statement after reaching an agreement on the framework for the 2022-23 state budget: “California’s budget addresses the state’s most pressing needs, and prioritizes getting dollars back into the pockets of millions of […]
Krün, Germany…Thank you very much. Well, good afternoon, folks. Our nations and our world stand at a genuine inflection point in history. Technology has made our world smaller, more immediate, and more connected. It’s opened up incredible opportunities, but also accelerated challenges that impact on all of us: managing global energy needs, taking on the […]
Washington, DC… Good morning, folks. Yesterday, I spoke about the Supreme Court’s shocking decision striking down Roe v. Wade. We’ve had a lot of discussion about that in our whole household. We think it’s a — anyway. Jill and I know how painful and devastating a decision is for so many Americans — and I […]
Washington, DC…Today is a — it’s not hyperbole to suggest a very solemn moment. Today, the Supreme Court of the United States expressly took away a constitutional right from the American people that it had already recognized. They didn’t limit it. They simply took it away. That’s never been done to a right so important […]
Valley Springs, CA…The leaders of Calaveras County’s largest local fire district this month decided to dip into the district’s financial reserves and hire six seasonal firefighters rather than risk going without enough firefighters during the looming summer fire season. “We didn’t have anybody that wanted to continue to work for $125 a day,” Calaveras Consolidated […]
Arnold, CA…With the recent Supreme Court decisions we believe it is time to reexamine the foundational principles our county was founded upon. The Federalist Papers are as close as we can get to looking into the minds of our founding fathers and see their timeless intent. Was our county flawed at its founding? Of course […]
Sacramento, CA…The governors of California, Oregon and Washington today issued a Multi-State Commitment to defend access to reproductive health care, including abortion and contraceptives, and committed to protecting patients and doctors against efforts by other states to export their abortion bans to our states. This Multi-State Commitment affirms the governors’ commitment in response to the […]
Washington, DC…Congressman McClintock today delivered the following remarks on the House floor. The remarks can be viewed below and a transcript follows: We all know the tale of the Emperor’s New Clothes. Grifters convince an emperor that they’re expert tailors who weave a cloth so fine that only the virtuous can see it. The emperor […]
Sonora, CA…Planning a trip into the Wilderness this weekend? Both the Summit Ranger Station and Calaveras Ranger Station have self issuing permit stations if you arrive after hours. Please be sure to follow all of the rules of the Wilderness. https://www.fs.usda.gov/attmain/stanislaus/specialplaces Happy trails! Source = USFS
Washington, DC…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued marketing denial orders (MDOs) to JUUL Labs Inc. for all of their products currently marketed in the United States. As a result, the company must stop selling and distributing these products. In addition, those currently on the U.S. market must be removed, or risk enforcement action. […]
Washington, DC…Congressman McClintock delivered the following remarks on the House floor discussing the January 6th Committee. “On February 27, 1933, the Reichstag – Germany’s Capitol building – was set on fire. Who was responsible remains in dispute even today. What is undisputed is that the Nazis, barely holding onto power in a coalition government – […]
Washington, DC…(PBS)…The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack will hold its fourth public hearing June 21, focused on former President Donald Trump’s efforts to pressure state legislators and local election officials to change the results of the 2020 presidential election. The hearing is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 21. […]
Murphys, CA…The Murphys Fire District is looking for a 32 hour per week Administrative Assistant. $23-$25/Hr depending on experience. Applications cab be picked up in person at 37 Jones Street, Murphys CA 95247. Full Details are below… Job Announcement for the position of: DISTRICT SECRETARY Wage: $23.00-$25.00 Per Hour 32 Hours Per Week Benefits: Public […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 6/21/2022 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 § […]
Irving, TX…ExxonMobil released the following statement in response to a letter from President Biden. We have been in regular contact with the administration to update the President and his staff on how ExxonMobil has been investing more than any other company to develop U.S. oil and gas supplies. This includes investments in the U.S. of […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the deaths of Corporal Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana of the El Monte Police Department: “Jennifer and I join Californians in mourning Corporal Paredes and Officer Santana, two brave public servants who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their tragic loss […]
Washington, DC…By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. Policy. Our Nation has made great strides in fulfilling the fundamental promises of freedom and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) Americans, […]
Washington, DC…Today, we announced an additional $1 billion in additional military assistance for Ukraine. Pursuant to a delegation of authority from the President, I am authorizing our twelfth drawdown of arms and equipment from U.S. Department of Defense inventories for Ukraine’s defense since August 2021, valued at up to $350 million. This authorization, combined with […]
Washington, DC…Overall economic activity appears to have picked up after edging down in the first quarter. Job gains have been robust in recent months, and the unemployment rate has remained low. Inflation remains elevated, reflecting supply and demand imbalances related to the pandemic, higher energy prices, and broader price pressures. The invasion of Ukraine by […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will require SpaceX to take more than 75 actions to mitigate environmental impacts from its proposed plan to launch the Starship/Super Heavy vehicle from Boca Chica, Texas. The actions are part of the agency’s environmental review. The environmental review must be completed along with public […]
Washington, DC….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is enclosed…. Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 6/14/2022 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Staff Announcements This is a time for […]
Washington, DC..The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.8 percent in May, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. This rise followed advances of 0.4 percent in April and 1.6 percent in March. (See table A.) On an unadjusted basis, final demand prices moved up 10.8 percent for the 12 months […]
Miramar, CA…The five deceased Marines from the MV-22B Osprey mishap on June 8, 2022 have been identified. All were assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor (VMM) Squadron 364, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) and were based at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, CA. The identities of the Marines are below. […]
