CPUC Seeking Comments on Proposals That Would Improve PG&E’s Safety Culture and Governance

CPUC Seeking Comments on Proposals That Would Improve PG&E’s Safety Culture and Governance

San Francisco, CA…The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), in its ongoing efforts to ensure safe and reliable gas and electric service to Northern Californians, today issued a ruling requesting parties to comment on proposals that may improve the safety culture of Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E). The ruling requests parties to comment on the […]

Calaveras Water District Accepts PG&E’s $3 Million Butte Fire Settlement

Calaveras Water District Accepts PG&E’s $3 Million Butte Fire Settlement

San Andreas, CA…Today, the Calaveras County Water District announced that it and PG&E have accepted a mediator’s proposal of $3 million to resolve the District’s claims, resulting from the 2015 Butte Fire. The Mediator’s proposal is exclusive of and does not affect the claims of any residents, individuals, or businesses. The payment is to be […]

Forest Service Seeking Members to Advise on Regional Recreation Resource Committee

Forest Service Seeking Members to Advise on Regional Recreation Resource Committee

Sonora, CA…The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Pacific Southwest Region of the Forest Service is seeking nominations to fill its 11-member Recreation Resource Advisory Committee in California. Recreation RAC members provide recommendations to the agency on recreation fee changes at national forest sites throughout California. This includes making recommendations on implementing or eliminating the following: standard […]

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on Attacks in Gulf of Oman

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on Attacks in Gulf of Oman

Washington, DC…Good afternoon. It is the assessment of the United States Government that the Islamic Republic of Iran is responsible for the attacks that occurred in the Gulf of Oman today. This assessment is based on intelligence, the weapons used, the level of expertise needed to execute the operation, recent similar Iranian attacks on shipping, […]

Sarah Huckabee Sanders Leaving White House at End of Month

Sarah Huckabee Sanders Leaving White House at End of Month

Washington, DC….President Trump on Twitter…”After 3 1/2 years, our wonderful Sarah Huckabee Sanders will be leaving the White House at the end of the month and going home to the Great State of Arkansas. She is a very special person with extraordinary talents, who has done an incredible job! I hope she decides to run […]

White House Meeting on Opioids Crisis

White House Meeting on Opioids Crisis

Washington, DC…Thank you very much. And I think what we do — this is a meeting on opioid and the tremendous effect that’s taken place over the last little period of time. And I’m very proud of it and the people working so hard on it. But I thought what I’d do is ask Secretary […]

President Trump and President Duda of the Republic of Poland in Joint Press Conference

President Trump and President Duda of the Republic of Poland in Joint Press Conference

Washington, DC…Thank you very much. Please. Today, Melania and I are honored to welcome President Duda and Mrs. Kornhauser-Duda of Poland back to the White House. They’ve become friends. We last hosted them in Washington, in September, and it’s wonderful to see you both again. Thank you. Thank you very much. Thank you. Great honor. […]

Rural Counties Testify on Important Role Fairgrounds Play in Fires & Other Emergencies.

Rural Counties Testify on Important Role Fairgrounds Play in Fires & Other Emergencies.

Sacramento, CA…From RCRC…”On Wednesday, Supervisor Kevin Cann (Mariposa) testified before the Assembly Committee on Agricultural in support of county fairgrounds, and the critical role they play in emergency situations. “In addition to their primary purpose, county fairgrounds are a critical asset in our ability to respond to emergencies,” stated Cann. “Financial stability is a menacing […]

Jon Stewart says Congress ‘Should be Ashamed’ Over Inaction on Helping 9/11 First Responders

Jon Stewart says Congress ‘Should be Ashamed’ Over Inaction on Helping 9/11 First Responders

Washington, DC….From PBS…”Jon Stewart, the former host of “The Daily Show,” appeared before a House committee in Washington, D.C., to again advocate for health benefits for 9/11 first responders. At the start of his 10-minute statement, Stewart said Tuesday’s hearing was an “incredible metaphor.” “Behind me, a filled room of 9/11 first responders and in […]

California Arts Council To Visit San Andreas to Hold Quarterly Business Meeting

California Arts Council To Visit San Andreas to Hold Quarterly Business Meeting

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Arts Council is deeply honored to be invited to host a meeting of the California Arts Council (CAC), a California state organization whose mission is to advance California through the arts and creativity. The CAC, through grants and initiatives, helps support arts programs that benefit communities like Calaveras County. This […]

Calaveras County Public Health Issues Heat Advisory to Residents

Calaveras County Public Health Issues Heat Advisory to Residents

San Andreas, CA…June 11, 2019, Calaveras County Health and Human Services Agency – Public Health Division issues a heat advisory for the County. Temperatures of 95 degrees or more will continue over the next several days. Dr. Kelaita, County Health Officer, stated, “Taking action now can prevent the possibility of heat-related illness. Some health conditions […]

Attorney General Becerra Files Lawsuit to Block Merger of T-Mobile and Sprint

Attorney General Becerra Files Lawsuit to Block Merger of T-Mobile and Sprint

Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, co-leading with New York a coalition of 10 attorneys general, today filed a lawsuit to block the proposed merger of telecommunications companies T-Mobile and Sprint. The companies – two of only four national wireless providers – offer wireless phone services to over 13 million California consumers. The lawsuit challenges […]

Calaveras Board of Supervisors Back in Action Today with a Full Agenda

Calaveras Board of Supervisors Back in Action Today with a Full Agenda

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Board of Supervisors Back in Action Today with a Full Agenda. They are in closed session now on labor issues. The open public meeting gets underway shortly after 9am. The agenda is below… Click Above For Live Stream Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 6/11/2019 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 […]

Mexico Agrees to Enhanced Immigration Actions to Avoid Tariffs

Mexico Agrees to Enhanced Immigration Actions to Avoid Tariffs

Washington, DC…The United States and Mexico met this week to address the shared challenges of irregular migration, to include the entry of migrants into the United States in violation of U.S. law. Given the dramatic increase in migrants moving from Central America through Mexico to the United States, both countries recognize the vital importance of […]

President Trump on the 75th Commemoration of D-Day

President Trump on the 75th Commemoration of D-Day

Colleville-sur-Mer, France, Normandy American Cemetery….President Macron, Mrs. Macron, and the people of France; to the First Lady of the United States and members of the United States Congress; to distinguished guests, veterans, and my fellow Americans: We are gathered here on Freedom’s Altar. On these shores, on these bluffs, on this day 75 years ago, […]

75th Anniversary of D-Day : A Tribute to Heroes from the BBC

75th Anniversary of D-Day : A Tribute to Heroes from the BBC

Portsmouth, UK…Earlier this morning many of the world’s leaders including Queen Elizabeth, President Trump & many, many more participated in a very moving service. From the BBC..”75 years ago the Allied Forces were making their final preparations for the invasion of Normandy. Known as D-Day, the mission would prove a decisive turning point in the […]

CCWD to Hold Reach 1 Pipeline Replacement Project Town Hall June 5

CCWD to Hold Reach 1 Pipeline Replacement Project Town Hall June 5

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras County Water District is holding a town hall meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday June 5 at Mountain Christain Fellowship at 3488 Highway 4 in Murphys to discuss the Reach 1 Pipeline Replacement Project. The project will replace a water transmission main line that stretches between Avery and Forest Meadows. The public are […]

President Trump and Prime Minister May in Joint Press Conference

President Trump and Prime Minister May in Joint Press Conference

London, UK..No. 10 Downing Street…Prime Minister May: This week, we commemorate the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our liberty on D-Day, 75 years ago. As leaders prepare to gather here from across the world, it is fitting that we begin with a celebration of the special relationship between the […]

Governor Newsom Kicked Off California for All Emergency Management Preparedness Summit

Governor Newsom Kicked Off California for All Emergency Management Preparedness Summit

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom gave opening remarks at the California for All Emergency Management Preparedness Summit today in Sacramento. The Summit, hosted by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), was a call to action for emergency managers and first responders across all jurisdictions and disciplines to collectively plan and prepare for large-scale disasters, […]

Sign Work on Hwy 26 from Jenny Lind Road to Hagen Court

Sign Work on Hwy 26 from Jenny Lind Road to Hagen Court

Valley Springs, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct one-way traffic control on State Route 26 from Jenny Lind Road to Hagen Court near Valley Springs for sign work. Work is scheduled beginning Thursday, June 6, 2019, through Friday, June 7, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Motorists should expect 15-minute delays. Alternate […]

Victim Identified in California State Prison, Sacramento Homicide

Victim Identified in California State Prison, Sacramento Homicide

Folsom, CA…California State Prison, Sacramento officials are investigating the death of a 63-year-old inmate as a possible homicide. The victim has been identified as Charles Anthony Ross. On May 30 at 2:16 p.m., officers saw inmates Joshua Kerr and Nicholas Mangelli in an altercation with another inmate on the B Facility exercise yard. Officers immediately […]