President Trump Receives a Briefing from Senior Military Leadership & Discusses Cohen Office Raid
Washington, DC…President Trump Receives a Briefing from Senior Military Leadership & Discusses Cohen Office Raid
California to Appeal Ruling in Ongoing Border Wall Lawsuit
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following statement after appealing portions of the district court’s order in The People of the State of California, et al v. United States of America, et al. to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: “When we said that a medieval wall along the U.S.-Mexico […]
FBI Raids Trump Lawyer Michael Cohen’s Office
New York, NY…The New York Times broke the news that the FBI raided President Trump’s personal attorney Michael Cohen’s office. The warrant that led to the raid was at the behest of Robert Mueller’s office. Initial reports are that communication regarding the now infamous payment of $130,000 to adult film and sex worker who went […]
President Trump at Cabinet Meeting with Comments on Syria, Russia & More..
Washington, DC…Thank you very much. I’d like to begin by condemning the heinous attack on innocent Syrians with banned chemical weapons. It was an atrocious attack. It was horrible. You don’t see things like that. As bad as the news is around the world, you just don’t see those images. We are studying that situation […]
U.S. & France to Share Information on Syria Chemical Attacks & Coordinate Response
Washington, DC…President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. Both leaders strongly condemned the horrific chemical weapons attacks in Syria and agreed that the Assad regime must be held accountable for its continued human rights abuses. They agreed to exchange information on the nature of the attacks and coordinate a strong, […]
Calaveras County Public Works Department has Sand Bags and Sand Available for Residents at 10 Locations
San Andreas, CA…In preparation of the heavy rain predicted for Friday night the Public Works Department has stocked the following locations with sand bags and sand. Please limit the number of sand bags to 10 per resident and remember to bring your own shovel. 1. Arnold Maintenance Yard, 1119 Linebaugh Rd. (Closes at 3:30pm) 2. […]
Yosemite Valley is Closing Friday Afternoon Due to Potential Flooding
Yosemite, CA…Yosemite Valley is closing on Friday afternoon due to potential flooding. Due to anticipated flooding, visitors will no longer be able to enter Yosemite Valley beginning at noon on Friday, April 6, and the Valley will be closed to visitation at 5 pm on Friday. All other areas of the park will remain open, […]
The Sanctuary Movement and the Doctrine of Nullification ~ Congressman Tom McClintock
Washington, DC…The California sanctuary movement and the history of the Doctrine of Nullification were topics discussed in House floor remarks on March 21st: “California’s Legislature has forbidden local governments from cooperating with federal immigration authorities and has even gone so far as to forbid private citizens from volunteering information to federal law enforcement under threat […]
Governor Brown on U.S. EPA Decision to Weaken Clean Car Standards
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to weaken clean vehicle emissions standards: “Watch out for this belated April Fools’ Day trick. This cynical and meretricious abuse of power will poison our air and jeopardize the health of all Americans.” The U.S. EPA’s own […]
Maj. Stephen Del Bagno Was Thunderbird Pilot Who Perished in Crash Yesterday
Nellis Air Force Base, NV…U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Slot Pilot Thunderbird 4, Maj. Stephen Del Bagno, was killed when his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range April 4, 2018 at approximately 10:30 a.m. during a routine aerial demonstration training flight. “We are mourning the loss of Major Del […]
Calaveras County Public Works Department has Sand Bags and Sand Available for Residents at 9 Locations
San Andreas, CA…In preparation of the heavy rain predicted for Friday night the Public Works Department has stocked the following locations with sand bags and sand. Please limit the number of sand bags to 10 per resident and remember to bring your own shovel. 1. Arnold Maintenance Yard, 1119 Linebaugh Rd. (Closes at 3:30pm) 2. […]
Attorney General Becerra Joins Coalition in Suing EPA Over Failure to Reduce Methane Emissions
Sacramento, CA…Joining a coalition of 15 Attorneys General and the City of Chicago, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its failure to reduce methane emissions from existing oil and natural gas operations, as required under federal law. Methane is many times more dangerous in […]
Briefing by Press Secretary Sarah Sanders and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen
Washington, DC…Good afternoon. Apologies for the delay. Today, we solemnly remember the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., who was viciously gunned down in Memphis 50 years ago this evening. In what would prove to be the final public speech of his incredible life, Dr. King said: “Like anybody, I would like to […]
Measure “A” Presentation on Hospital Lease Tops Supervisor April 10th Agenda
San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors (AKA the Fab Five) are back in Action on April 10th with a full agenda. The agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 4/10/2018 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 […]
President Donald J. Trump Proclamation on the 50th Anniversary of the Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Washington, DC…Fifty years ago today, on April 4, 1968, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was tragically assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. Though he was taken from this earth unjustly, he left us with his legacy of justice and peace. In remembrance of his profound and inspirational virtues, we look to do as Dr. King […]
President Trump Before a Working Lunch with Heads of the Baltic States
Washington, DC…Okay, thank you very much. Today, it’s my pleasure to congratulate Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on the 100th anniversary of their independence. That’s really quite a great achievement, and congratulations. And I’m honored to have you with us in the White House and the Oval Office. We covered a little territory today. Right? Really […]
The Elevated Evening News™ is a Live Candidates Night From Sequoia Woods
Arnold, CA…The Elevated Evening News™ tonight is a Live Candidates Night From Sequoia Woods
Who the Heck is Ed Langan?
Murphys, CA…Who the Heck is Ed Langan?
President Trump Hosts a Joint Press Conference with the Baltic States Heads of Government
Washington, DC…President Trump Hosts a Joint Press Conference with the Baltic States Heads of Government
Toulumne County Biomass Utilization Feasibility Study Public Meeting April 18
Sonora, CA…The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) will be hosting a public meeting to present the proposed process and approach for a Toulumne County Biomass Utilization Feasibility Study and to receive public input on suggested study plans. The meeting will be held at Stanislaus National Forest […]
EPA Administrator Pruitt: GHG Emissions Standards for Cars and Light Trucks Should Be Revised
Washington, DC… U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt is announcing the completion of the Midterm Evaluation (MTE) process for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for cars and light trucks for model years 2022-2025, and his final determination that, in light of recent data, the current standards are not appropriate and should be […]
Merita Callaway For Supervisor District Three
Murphys, CA…Born in Hawaii, raised in a military family, and lived throughout the United States, Merita is committed to Calaveras County as home. She has lived in District 3 for 30 years, and is a member of local organizations from White Pines Park to Murphys Community Club. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science and […]
Who the Heck is Ed Langan?
Murphys, CA…Who the Heck is Ed Langan?
President Trump’s Weekly Address on Sanctuary Cities & States
Washington, DC…My Fellow Americans, Protecting the safety and well-being of American Citizens is my highest duty as President. Yet, lawless sanctuary jurisdictions are nullifying federal law, obstructing immigration enforcement, and releasing thousands of criminal aliens into U.S. communities to prey on innocent victims. It’s absolutely terrible. For example, in recent days, San Francisco officials denied […]
President Trump Makes a Statement on DACA
Washington, DC…President Trump Makes a Statement on DACA Bethesda-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Palm Beach, Florida 10:54 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Happy Easter. Q Happy Easter, Mr. President. THE PRESIDENT: Happy Easter. Enjoy it. Q Mr. President, what did you mean by no DACA deal? THE PRESIDENT: Mexico has got to help us at the border. If […]
Calaveras Board to Discuss Butte Fire PG&E Case Tomorrow
San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors (AKA the Fab Five) are back in Action April 3rd for a closed session on the existing litigation between the county and PG&@. . The agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 4/3/2018 9:00 AM Administration Conference Room 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: […]
Stephon Clark Shot Primarily from Behind, Independent Autopsy Finds
Sacramento, CA…From CBS This Morning…The family of Stephon Clark released the results of a private autopsy Friday nearly two weeks after his death. They say it shows the unarmed 22-year-old was shot eight times, seven of the bullets hitting him from behind. John Blackstone reports.
Easter & Passover Message From President Donald Trump
Washington, DC…Easter & Passover Message From President Donald Trump
Governor Brown Grants 56 Pardons & 14 Commutations, Including 5 Immigrants
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has granted 56 pardons and 14 commutations. Individuals who have been convicted of a crime in California may apply to the Governor for a pardon. Those granted pardons all completed their sentences years ago and the majority were convicted of drug-related or other nonviolent crimes. […]
Attorney General Becerra Sues Sutter Health for Anti-competitive Practices
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today announced the filing of a lawsuit against Sutter Health, the largest hospital system in Northern California, for anticompetitive practices that result in higher healthcare costs for Northern Californians. The action aims to stop Sutter Health from unlawful conduct under state antitrust laws and restore competition in the California […]