Washington, DC…THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. It’s a very special day. I am delighted to present our nation’s highest civilian honor to a giant of American industry, entrepreneurship, and auto racing: The legendary Roger Penske. Roger, I want to congratulate you in receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Incredible. (Applause.) Thank you, Kathryn. With […]
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San Francisco, CA…Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) filed an Electric Incident Report with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) related to the Kincade Fire. Yesterday by 3 p.m., PG&E had conducted a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) and turned off the power for safety to approximately 27,837 customers in Sonoma County, including Geyserville […]
Sacramento, CA…Amid utility-directed Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) impacting residents across the state, Governor Gavin Newsom today demanded that California’s Independently Owned Utilities (IOUs) adhere to previously agreed protocols for their power shutoff decisions and coordinate with state and local officials to protect public safety and limit impacts during these events. “Inconsistent application by all three of […]
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) reported that the company issued weather “all clears” for most counties within its service area currently impacted by Wednesday’s Public Safety Power Shutoff. Current Restoration for Oct. 23 PSPS. As wind conditions improved this morning, at 9:45 a.m., a weather “all clear” was issued for […]
San Andreas, C….At 1015AM Calaveras County OES received notice from PG&E that the “weather all clear” has been received, line inspection began shortly thereafter. PG&E is expecting a 1:00PM total restoration for Friday (new time due to receiving an early all clear). CRC’s remain open with 8AM-8PM business hours. At the time of writing this […]
San Andreas, CA…From Calaveras OES…”Update for 10-23 PSPS. At 10:15am OES received a notice that Calaveras County has received the “weather all clear”. Line inspection has begun. Once the lines are cleared we should start seeing power be restored.”
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement after the Trump administration announced a lawsuit challenging California’s pioneering cap-and-trade program: “The White House is yet again continuing its political vendetta against California, our climate policies and the health of our communities. “Carbon pollution knows no borders, and the Trump administration’s abysmal record of denying climate […]
Fresno, CA…California State Senator Andreas Borgeas (R-Fresno) will be meeting with constituents and community leaders over the next three days in Madera, Mariposa, Amador, Calaveras, and Stanislaus Counties. The 8th Senate District encompasses eleven counties and covers a vast geographic territory. The District Tour began in Oakhurst at a meeting with community, business, public safety, […]
New York, NY…Democrats in California have worked hard for years to inflate gasoline prices, but now they’re searching for a fall guy as voters gripe about how much they’re paying to fill up. Round up the usual fossil-fuel suspects! California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday ordered state Attorney General Xavier Becerra to investigate oil companies […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services would like to share the locations of the Customer Resource Centers (CRC) hosted by Pacific Gas and Electric(PG&E). Calaveras County OES is in a level III status and is monitoring the situation closely. At this time, it is estimated that 14,235 resident will lose power by […]
Sacramento, CA… Following utility-directed power shutoffs that impacted nearly two million Californians and ahead of another Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) decision by Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), Governor Gavin Newsom today demanded that PG&E do more to provide information for customers and take action to reduce the number of customers impacted. “While the immediate […]
San Francisco, CA…The latest from PG&E from the afternoon of the 22nd. “Weather conditions, including potential fire risk, have been forecast that may impact electric service to portions of our service area. If a decision is made to turn off power, we expect to start turning off power for safety as outlined below. If you […]
San Andreas, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced Monday October 21 that power is likely to be shut off to a portion of Calaveras County at around 2 p.m. on Wednesday October 23 and could remain off for up to 48 hours. CCWD asks customers who lose power to conserve water during the Public […]
San Andreas, CA…As of 6:00AM the morning of 10/21/19, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) notified the Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services of a possible Public Safety Power Shutdown (PSPS) event that would affect portions of Calaveras County. This afternoon, Calaveras County OES participated in a conference call with PG&E, and confirmed that a PSPS […]
San Andreas, CA…As widely expected the Calaveras Board of Supervisors Approved Commercial Cannabis Regulations in the county. With the current makeup of the board a 3-2 vote to approve as almost assured. Needless to say this has been and remains a contentious topic. The newly approved draft of the ordinance can be viewed by clicking […]
Copperopolis, CA…I attended the recent Board of Supervisor meetings concerning commercial cannabis regulation. It was a hate fest with little good will and logic. Some thoughts: The problems with criminal activity relate to the black market grows, not the permitted ones. This was confirmed by the Sheriff and Ag Commissioner. The black market is created […]
San Andreas, CA…On 10/17/2019, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Unit served three search warrants onto three separate locations in Mountain Ranch for illegal marijuana cultivation. The locations searched were neighboring properties to each other. Location 1: 6900 block of South Railroad Flat Road, Mountain Ranch. Deputies eradicated 100 growing marijuana plants and seized […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action With a Full Cannabis Laden Agenda with is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 10/22/2019 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. Conference with […]
Washington, DC…Okay. Thank you very much. We have a Cabinet meeting. We’ll have a few questions after grace. And, if you would, Ben, please do the honors. SECRETARY CARSON: Our kind Father in Heaven, we’re so thankful for the many blessings that you have bestowed upon us in this country. And we’re thankful for the […]
San Francisco, CA…Since yesterday, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)’s emergency operations center has been open and teams have been monitoring a dry, offshore wind event. This afternoon, the company began its 48-hour advance notifications to customers that it may be proactively turning power off for safety and conducting a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) […]
Dallas, TX….President Trump at Rally in Dallas Texas. This was a campaign rally but several clips and comments have been subject of news discussion since….
New York, NY…Michael Moore & AOC Endorse Bernie Sanders at New York Rally. The Complete Rally is Below…
Houston, TX…On the first ever all-female spacewalk, NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir are venturing outside the International Space Station this morning to replace faulty equipment on the station’s exterior. Live coverage begin at 6:30 a.m. on NASA Television and the agency’s website. NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Christina Koch prepare on the International […]
Washington, D.C….Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the tragic passing of Chairman Elijah Cummings of Maryland: “The people of Baltimore, the U.S. Congress and America have lost a voice of unsurpassed moral clarity and truth: our beloved Chairman Elijah Cummings. I am personally devastated by his passing. “In the House, Elijah was our North […]
Washington D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer for a media availability upon returning to the Capitol from a White House meeting with Members of Congress and President Donald Trump regarding his disastrous decision in Syria, which was opposed by the House of Representatives today, by a vote of 354 to […]
“I was proud to work with Justin Trudeau as President. He’s a hard-working, effective leader who takes on big issues like climate change. The world needs his progressive leadership now, and I hope our neighbors to the north support him for another term.” Former President Barack Obama on Twitter
San Andreas, CA…A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on October 4th in front of CCSO headquarters in San Andreas. It celebrated the completion of the county’s new communications site above Arnold. This new site is designed to improve radio coverage and capabilities of first responders. The American Red Cross expressed their commitment with funds after […]
Houston, TX…When astronauts are hours away from launching on Artemis missions to the Moon, they’ll put on a brightly colored orange spacesuit called the Orion Crew Survival System (OCSS) suit. It is designed for a custom fit and equipped with safety technology and mobility features to help protect astronauts on launch day, in emergency situations, […]
Alpine County, CA….A specified portion of State Route 88 in Alpine County has been designated as the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Today, Alpine County officials joined with Washoe tribe members, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) officials, numerous state and county elected officials and surviving family members of veterans from Alpine County to officially unveil two […]
