Michael V. Drake to Become 21st President of the University of California

Michael V. Drake to Become 21st President of the University of California

Oakland, CA…The University of California Board of Regents announced today (July 7) the appointment of Michael V. Drake, M.D., as the 21st president of UC’s world-renowned system of 10 campuses, five medical centers, three nationally affiliated labs, more than 280,000 students and 230,000 faculty and staff. Drake has a long and distinguished career in higher […]

President Trump at the 2020 Salute to America

President Trump at the 2020 Salute to America

Wow. Are you having a good time? (Applause.) Members of Congress, members of my cabinet, and my fellow Americans: The First Lady and I are delighted to welcome you to the second annual Salute to America. (Applause.) On this wonderful day, we celebrate our history, our heroes, our heritage, our great American flag, and our […]

Presidential Message on the 244th Anniversary of the Adoption of the Declaration of Independence

Presidential Message on the 244th Anniversary of the Adoption of the Declaration of Independence

Washington, DC…On this day in 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted the United States Declaration of Independence in what is now known as Independence Hall in Philadelphia. In taking this historic step, the Congress proclaimed “these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States.” Today, we celebrate our Nation’s independence […]

Governor and First Partner Honor Air Force 1st Lt. David Schmitz

Governor and First Partner Honor Air Force 1st Lt. David Schmitz

Sacramento, CA…On behalf of all Californians, Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom honor Air Force 1st Lt. David Schmitz, who bravely gave his life in service to our state and nation. The Governor and First Partner extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. In memorial, Governor […]

President Trump & Members of Administration on June Jobs Numbers Report

President Trump & Members of Administration on June Jobs Numbers Report

Washington, DC…Well, thank you very much, everybody. Appreciate it. This is mostly an economic conference, and we have Steve Mnuchin with us, Larry Kudlow. I’d like to just announce the spectacular news for American workers and American families and for our country as a whole. There’s not been anything like this — record setting. It […]

California Public Health Officials Warn Against Gathering for Fourth of July Weekend

California Public Health Officials Warn Against Gathering for Fourth of July Weekend

Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell issued the following statement today warning Californians not to gather with people outside of their immediate households this Fourth of July weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities:   “Traditionally, Fourth of July is a […]

Governor Newsom Launches “Wear a Mask” Public Awareness Campaign in Response to Surge in COVID-19 Cases

Governor Newsom Launches “Wear a Mask” Public Awareness Campaign in Response to Surge in COVID-19 Cases

Sacramento, CA… As COVID-19 cases rise throughout the state and in advance of the Fourth of July weekend, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the “Wear A Mask” public awareness campaign encouraging Californians to use face coverings – one of the best ways people can protect themselves and others from the virus. The campaign is taking […]

Calaveras County Health Officer Expresses Alarm Entering Holiday Weekend With 13 New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed

Calaveras County Health Officer Expresses Alarm Entering Holiday Weekend With 13 New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health continues to experience an alarming and accelerating trend of community spread in the County. On Thursday, July 2, 2020, Calaveras Public Health reported 13 additional cases of COVID-19. This is the largest increase of positive cases in any reporting period in the County since the pandemic began. “As we enter […]

Pelosi on Jobs Report..”Opening up Too Early, Does Not Reflect the Coronavirus Spiraling Out of Control”

Pelosi on Jobs Report..”Opening up Too Early, Does Not Reflect the Coronavirus Spiraling Out of Control”

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Department of Labor released its June jobs report: “The early June snapshot in the jobs report, when the economy was opening up too early, does not reflect the coronavirus spiraling out of control, forcing communities that had begun to reopen to close once again. […]

US Economy Gained 4.8 Million Jobs in June & Unemployment Rate Drops to 11.1 Percent

US Economy Gained 4.8 Million Jobs in June & Unemployment Rate Drops to 11.1 Percent

Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 4.8 million in June, and the unemployment rate declined to 11.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. These improvements in the labor market reflected the continued resumption of economic activity that had been curtailed in March and April due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and […]

Governor Newsom Orders Additional COVID-19 Actions Including Closing Indoor Dining in Some Counties

Governor Newsom Orders Additional COVID-19 Actions Including Closing Indoor Dining in Some Counties

Sacramento, CA….Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Public Health today released guidance directing counties that have been on the County Monitoring List for three consecutive days or more to close indoor operations for certain sectors which promote the mixing of populations beyond households and make adherence to physical distancing and wearing face coverings difficult. The guidance applies for […]

Forest Service Extends Closure of Some Campgrounds Through July 15

Forest Service Extends Closure of Some Campgrounds Through July 15

Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest announced that some developed recreation sites will remain closed through July 15, 2020. While some sites remain closed, forest crews have been preparing most campgrounds and day use sites for public use. Forest order STF-16-2020-16 identifies those recreation sites that employees have been able to safely open. “I am proud […]

Governor Newsom Signs SB 350, Giving the State Protection that PG&E will be Transformed into a Safer Utility

Governor Newsom Signs SB 350, Giving the State Protection that PG&E will be Transformed into a Safer Utility

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 350, which protects California by giving the state the authority to hold PG&E accountable if the company fails to adhere to public safety policies, and to put safety, reliability and its customers at the center of its business model. SB 350 builds on the framework set up by AB […]

Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Admitting Privileges Abortion Law

Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Admitting Privileges Abortion Law

Washington, DC…the U.S. Supreme Court in a 5-4 Decision with Chief Justice Roberts again the swing vote decided to overturned the Louisiana Law that requires doctors who perform abortions to have admitting privileges at a hospital no further that 30 miles from where the abortions are performed. The full opinion follows 18-1323_c07d or click the […]

Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Tuolumne County

Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified  in Tuolumne County

Sonora, CA…. A Cluster of COVID-19 Cases Identified in Staff at Congregate Care Facility and Updates on Non-Resident Case Cases at Care Facility. The Tuolumne County Public Health Department was notified on June 28th that 6 staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 at Avalon Care Center in Sonora. Case investigations have been started and […]

Upper Hwy 4 & Valley Springs Home to Three New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County.

Upper Hwy 4 & Valley Springs Home to Three New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County.

San Andreas, CA…On Friday, June 26, 2020, Calaveras Public Health reported three additional cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The three unrelated cases include one adult male and one adult female between the ages of 18 to 49 years old, and an adult male between the ages of 50-64. Two cases reside in the Valley […]

$1.8 Billion Investment Will Repair Roads, Improve Pedestrian, Bicycle and Mass Transit Access

$1.8 Billion Investment Will Repair Roads, Improve Pedestrian, Bicycle and Mass Transit Access

Sacramento, CA…The California Transportation Commission approved Wednesday more than $1.8 billion to repair highways and bridges and improve the state’s growing network of pedestrian, bicycle and mass transit routes. This investment includes nearly $1.1 billion in allocations for State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) projects, Caltrans’ “fix-it-first” program aimed at preserving the condition of […]

Governor Newsom Declares Budget Emergency to Support State’s Response to COVID-19

Governor Newsom Declares Budget Emergency to Support State’s Response to COVID-19

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation of a budget emergency to make additional resources available to fund the state’s ongoing emergency response to the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring the availability of funding for personal protective equipment, medical equipment and other expenditures as necessary to support a potential hospital surge and provide necessary services to vulnerable populations. Today’s […]

Senator Tim Scott’s Speech on Senate Floor After Senate Democrats Vote Down Police Reform Act

Senator Tim Scott’s Speech on Senate Floor After Senate Democrats Vote Down Police Reform Act

Washington, DC…U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), leader of the JUSTICE Act taskforce, took to the Senate Floor after the Senate Democrats stonewalled legislation on police reform in American communities. Below are a few quotes from the senator’s speech today: “Mr. President, there is danger coming. The source of this danger is not the failure of […]

Attempts to Hide Drugs Prior to Entering Courthouse will Lead to Future Visits for San Andreas Man

Attempts to Hide Drugs Prior to Entering Courthouse will Lead to Future Visits for San Andreas Man

San Andreas, CA…On June 19, 2020, Calaveras Sheriff’s Deputies were on-duty providing security at the Calaveras Superior Court, when they observed a male subject exit a vehicle and head towards the Courthouse. While walking toward the Courthouse, the male subject detoured from the main path and placed something in the landscaping before entering the building. […]