Some Recent Presidential Tweets

Some Recent Presidential Tweets

Washington, DC….Recent Presidential Tweets. “WITCH HUNT!” “There will be big news coming soon for our great American Autoworkers. After many decades of losing your jobs to other countries, you have waited long enough!” “Big legislation will be signed by me shortly. After many years, RIGHT TO TRY and big changes to DODD FRANK.” “Our Trade […]

CCWD Public Rate Hearing: Wednesday May 23 @ 1 p.m.

CCWD Public Rate Hearing: Wednesday May 23 @ 1 p.m.

San Andreas, CA…CCWD will be holding the much anticipate rate hearing on increasing water and sewer rates. This meeting comes after numerous community meetings, public comment periods, etc. We will attach PDF’s of the agenda and rate outline below… CCWD-May-23-2018-Agenda-1 Notice-for-May-23-Public-Hearing-05.08.18

ACLU Targets Amazon Over Dragnet Surveillance Tool Citing Privacy Concerns

ACLU Targets Amazon Over Dragnet Surveillance Tool Citing Privacy Concerns

San Francisco, CA…Today the American Civil Liberties Union Foundations of California released emails between Amazon employees and local law enforcement revealing how the company has been pushing its facial recognition product, prompting privacy objections about how the technology is being used. The emails were obtained through freedom of information requests submitted by the ACLU. The documents are the result […]

The Wedding of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex

The Wedding of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Windsor, UK…On the morning of the wedding it was announced that The Queen had conferred a Dukedom on Prince Henry of Wales; The Duke of Sussex. His titles are therefore Duke of Sussex, Earl of Dumbarton and Baron Kilkeel. On her marriage to The Duke of Sussex, Ms. Meghan Markle will become known as Her […]

Major Injuries to Young Tuolumne Man in Vehicle vs Bicycle Collision

Major Injuries to Young Tuolumne Man in Vehicle vs Bicycle Collision

Tuolumne, CA…On Thursday, May 17, 2018, at approximately 5:15 pm, 53 year old Sonora resident, Katherine Nutter, was driving a 2006 Kia, westbound on Tuolumne Road west of Pine Street. At this time, 13 year old Tuolumne resident, Logan Garner, was riding his BMX style bicycle in a northerly direction, crossing Tuolumne Road, directly into […]

Governor Brown Not A Fan Of President Trump’s Sanctuary City Meeting

Governor Brown Not A Fan Of President Trump’s Sanctuary City Meeting

Sacramento, CA…From Governor Brown’s Twitter Acct…”🤥 @realDonaldTrump is lying on immigration, lying about crime and lying about the laws of CA. Flying in a dozen Republican politicians to flatter him and praise his reckless policies changes nothing. We, the citizens of the fifth largest economy in the world, are not impressed.”

President Trump at a California Sanctuary State Roundtable

President Trump at a California Sanctuary State Roundtable

Washington, DC…Good afternoon. I’m greatly honored to be here with the courageous mayors and sheriffs and local leaders from across the state of California. A great state. Each of you has bravely resisted California’s deadly and unconstitutional sanctuary state laws. You’ve gone through a lot, too, although it’s becoming quite popular what you’re doing. A […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Will Be Back in Action on May 22nd.

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Will Be Back in Action on May 22nd.

San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors (AKA the Fab Five) are back in Action Today. The agenda is below.. Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 5/22/2018 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call CLOSED SESSION AGENDA 1. Pursuant to Government […]

Mattis, Iceland’s Foreign Minister Discuss Increased Cooperation

Mattis, Iceland’s Foreign Minister Discuss Increased Cooperation

Washington, DC…Defense Secretary James N. Mattis met with Iceland’s foreign minister at the Pentagon today to express a mutual commitment to the deepening defense relationship between the United States and Iceland, chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White said. Defense Secretary James N. Mattis meets with Icelandic Minister for Foreign Affairs Thor Thordharson at the Pentagon […]

Presidential Message on Ramadan

Presidential Message on Ramadan

Washington, DC…With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad through fellowship and prayer. Many observe this holy time by fasting, […]

Becerra Defends Dreamers in DACA Hearing Before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

Becerra Defends Dreamers in DACA Hearing Before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Justice today continued to defend Dreamers before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in the case Regents of the University of California, et al., v. United States Department of Homeland Security, et al. Today, California sought to uphold its nationwide injunction, initially secured in January, in the […]

Next Round of Local Transportation Planning Grants Include Calaveras & Amador

Next Round of Local Transportation Planning Grants Include Calaveras & Amador

Sacramento, CA…Caltrans announced today the next round of local transportation planning grants totaling $41 million have been awarded. Local agencies will put this money to use for planning efforts and projects that support more sustainable communities, reduce transportation-related greenhouse gases and adapt for the effects of climate change. “These grants will provide much needed funding […]

Calaveras County Public Works Director to Retire on June 2nd

Calaveras County Public Works Director to Retire on June 2nd

San Andreas, CA…Jeff Crovitz, PE, submitted his letter of resignation and intent to retire from his position as Calaveras County Department of Public Works Director. Mr. Crovitz has served during turbulent times in the wake of the Butte Fire, Tree Mortality & 2017 Storm Damage. It was reported out of closed session at today’s board […]

Becerra Leads Coalition of 20 Attorneys General Urging for a National Injunction to Protect Women’s Access to Family Planning

Becerra Leads Coalition of 20 Attorneys General Urging for a National Injunction to Protect Women’s Access to Family Planning

Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, leading a coalition of 19 states and the District of Columbia, filed an amicus brief in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia supporting a nationwide preliminary injunction that would block a recent attempt by the Trump-Pence Administration to reduce access to Title X, the nation’s family […]

Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back In Action Today!

Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back In Action Today!

San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors (AKA the Fab Five) are back in Action Today. The agenda is below… Click Above For Livestream LIVE Webcast Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 5/15/2018 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 […]

Shooting Hours Restricted at Candy Rock Quarry. Shooting ok During Daylight Hours on Weekdays, Weekends

Shooting Hours Restricted at Candy Rock Quarry.  Shooting ok During Daylight Hours on Weekdays, Weekends

Hathaway Pines, CA…Stanislaus National Forest supervisor, Jason Kuiken, signed Forest Order STF 2018-01 limiting the hours shooting enthusiasts may use Candy Rock Quarry on Calaveras Ranger District. The order, which is in effect until April 20, 2019, allows discharging a firearm within the Candy Rock Quarry Shooting Restriction Area only between 10 a.m. and 6 […]

Stanislaus National Forest Plans Prescribed Fire on Summit Ranger District

Stanislaus National Forest Plans Prescribed Fire on Summit Ranger District

Sonora, CA…The following is information regarding a prescribed burn planned on the Stanislaus National Forest. Prescribed Fire Name / Ranger District: Dry Meadow Underburn, Summit Ranger District. General and Specific Location: Located approximately 6 miles NE of Pinecrest, along Forest Road 5N02, in the vicinity of Dry Meadow Fire Station, Township 5N, Range 17E. Please […]

First Lady Melania Trump to Remain Hospitalized after Kidney Procedure

First Lady Melania Trump to Remain Hospitalized after Kidney Procedure

Washington, DC…This morning, First Lady Melania Trump underwent an embolization procedure to treat a benign kidney condition. The procedure was successful and there were no complications. Mrs. Trump is at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and will likely remain there for the duration of the week. The First Lady looks forward to a full […]

Supreme Court Votes 7-2 to Lift Prohibitions on Sports Betting outside of Nevada (Is legalized Frog Jump Wagering in Our Future?)

Supreme Court Votes 7-2 to Lift Prohibitions on Sports Betting outside of Nevada (Is legalized Frog Jump Wagering in Our Future?)

Washington, DC…Following is the first few paragraphs of the opinion of the U.S. Supreme Court. JUSTICE ALITO delivered the opinion of the Court. The State of New Jersey wants to legalize sports gambling at casinos and horseracing tracks, but a federal law, the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, generally makes it unlawful for a […]