Investigation leads to the arrest of a Sonora man for child-related sex crimes.

Investigation leads to the arrest of a Sonora man for child-related sex crimes.

Sonora, CA…After several months of investigating, detectives from the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division obtained a search warrant for a home in Sonora. Deputies arrested 75-year-old Robin Awalt for numerous child-related sex crimes including manufacturing child pornography. Several devices were taken from Awalt’s home for further investigation and he was booked into the Tuolumne […]

Judiciary Committee Democrats to Trump: Withdraw Kavanaugh Nomination, Order FBI Investigation

Judiciary Committee Democrats to Trump: Withdraw Kavanaugh Nomination, Order FBI Investigation

Washington, DC…Following the release of a sworn affidavit from Julie Swetnick detailing new allegations of sexual assault by Brett Kavanaugh, all 10 Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee today urged President Trump to immediately withdraw the nomination or order an FBI investigation into all allegations. The senators wrote: “We are writing to request that […]

Grassley Hires Experienced Prosecutor to Question Witnesses During Thursday’s Session of Kavanaugh Confirmation Hearing

Grassley Hires Experienced Prosecutor to Question Witnesses During Thursday’s Session of Kavanaugh Confirmation Hearing

Washington, DC…Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley said he has asked Rachel Mitchell, a career prosecutor with decades of experience prosecuting sex crimes, to question the witnesses scheduled to testify on Thursday at the committee’s continuation of its hearing to consider the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to serve on the United States Supreme Court. […]

Candidate’s Debate Night September 27th in Angels Camp

Candidate’s Debate Night September 27th in Angels Camp

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Calaveras County Association of Realtors will be hosting a Candidate’s Debate Night for Supervisorial and Sheriff Candidates. This event will take place on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at the Bret Harte Theatre located at 323 South Main Street in Angels Camp. Candidates will […]

The McClintock Campaign asks Who Is The Real Jessica Morse?

The McClintock Campaign asks Who Is The Real Jessica Morse?

Mariposa, CA…We published the post debate release from the Morse campaign and here is the post debate piece from the McClintock campaign. Sunday’s debate between Congressman McClintock and Jessica Morse highlighted a clear choice for voters in District 4, a choice that is as clear as it gets.  While Rep. McClintock highlighted a vision of […]

Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back In Action Today with a Full Agenda.

Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back In Action Today with a Full Agenda.

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Board of Supervisors are back In Action Today. The full agenda is enclosed. LIVE Webcast Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 9/25/2018 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 Government Code Section […]

Jessica Morse was Clear Winner in CA-04 Debate According to Campaign

Jessica Morse was Clear Winner in CA-04 Debate According to Campaign

Mariposa, CA…Released yesterday by the Morse Campaign…”This afternoon, challenger and first-time candidate Jessica Morse and Congressman Tom McClintock faced off in their first debate for the 4th Congressional District seat. In the debate, Morse stressed her local roots as a fifth-generation Northern Californian and her commitment to fighting for the issues important to the community […]

Dr. Blasey Ford, Judge Kavanaugh to Testify Thursday

Dr. Blasey Ford, Judge Kavanaugh to Testify Thursday

Washington, DC…The Senate Judiciary Committee will hear the testimony of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford on Thursday, September 27. This will occur as a continuation of the hearing to consider the nomination of Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to serve as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Following Dr. Ford’s testimony, Judge […]

Re-Elect Michael Oliveira for Supervisor

Re-Elect Michael Oliveira for Supervisor

Arnold, CA…Jennifer Oliveira is asking for your vote on November 6th to Re-Elect Michael Oliveira. He is fights for your voice to be heard as shown in the following video. Michael is a Supervisor that is fair, and one we can Trust. Paid for by the committee to re-elect Michael Oliveira for Supervisor.

Governor Brown Signs Legislation to Strengthen Wildfire Prevention and Recovery

Governor Brown Signs Legislation to Strengthen Wildfire Prevention and Recovery

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today signed legislation to strengthen California’s ability to prevent and recover from catastrophic wildfires, including Senate Bill 901 – authored by Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa) – which boosts the state’s forest management activities, updates requirements for the maintenance and operation of utility infrastructure to reflect changing climate conditions, and […]

With Trails at Risk Sierra Snowmobile Foundation to Meet in Sonora.

With Trails at Risk Sierra Snowmobile Foundation to Meet in Sonora.

Sonora, CA…We’re in! Join us for an informational session, meet and greet, and of course discussion on how to best comment on the proposed alternative from the Stanislaus National Forest. We bring the maps, Standard Pour supplies the food and drink, and you bring your own awesome self! See you there! Did you know that […]

Trump Administration Makes “Crisis Next Door” a Top Priority. ~ By Jim Carroll

Trump Administration Makes “Crisis Next Door” a Top Priority.  ~ By Jim Carroll

Washington, CA…The latest estimates show that in 2017, more than 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, most involving opioids like prescription pain medications, heroin and illicitly made fentanyl. These deaths outnumbered deaths caused by motor-vehicle crashes and they outnumbered deaths caused by suicide. For the second year in a row, overdose deaths were higher than […]

The Latest MET Team Eradications for 9-19-18 & 9-20-18

The Latest MET Team Eradications for 9-19-18 & 9-20-18

West Point, CA..On September 19, 2018 members of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Team served a search warrant for illegal marijuana cultivation at an address on Acorn Way in West Point. Several outbuildings at this property near the main residence had been converted for marijuana processing/drying and several bunkhouse living quarters had been […]

Governor Brown Continues the Legislative Onslaught

Governor Brown Continues the Legislative Onslaught

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has signed the following bills: AB 565 by Assemblymember Richard Bloom (D-Santa Monica) – Building standards: live/work units. AB 605 by Assemblymember Kevin Mullin (D-South San Francisco) – Child day care facilities: infant to schoolage license. AB 888 by Assemblymember Evan Low (D-Campbell) – Charitable […]

Governor Brown on the Death of Caltrans Worker William D. Casdorph

Governor Brown on the Death of Caltrans Worker William D. Casdorph

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Sep 19 issued the following statement regarding the death of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Highway Maintenance Leadworker William D. Casdorph: “Anne and I mourn the loss of Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker William D. Casdorph, a dedicated public servant who worked to make our roads safer for nearly […]

Governor Brown Signs a Long List of New Legislation & Vetoes a Few

Governor Brown Signs a Long List of New Legislation & Vetoes a Few

Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that he has signed the following long list of  bills yesterday.  Hard to keep up with all the new legislation even if you follow it.  Your state government growing by leaps and bounds…the details are below… AB 347 by Assemblymember Ed Chau (D-Arcadia) – Weights and measures: inspection: fees. […]

Candidate’s Debate Night September 27th in Angels Camp

Candidate’s Debate Night September 27th in Angels Camp

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Calaveras County Association of Realtors will be hosting a Candidate’s Debate Night for Supervisorial and Sheriff Candidates. This event will take place on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at the Bret Harte Theatre located at 323 South Main Street in Angels Camp. Candidates will […]

Governor Brown on Death of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Deputy

Governor Brown on Death of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Deputy

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on September 17th issued the following statement regarding the death of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Deputy Mark Stasyuk: “Anne and I extend our deepest condolences to Deputy Stasyuk’s family, loved ones and colleagues and ask all Californians to keep them in your thoughts during this difficult time.” Deputy Stasyuk, 27, […]