US Supreme Court Rules Against Student Debt Relief Plan in Biden v Nebraska
Washington, DC…US Supreme Court Rules Against Student Debt Relief Plan in Biden v Nebraska. The full opinion is here…
Stanislaus National Forest Opens Additional Roads Ahead of 4th of July Holiday
Sonora, CA…With the publication of Forest Order STF-16-2023-12, the Stanislaus National Forest has removed several Forest Service Roads from the current Season of Use Closure Extension. The current order is set to expire July 14 unless superseded sooner. The below listed roads are now open and available for public use: Summit Ranger District 4N14, 4N26 […]
Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action in Ruling Against Harvard & UNC
Washington, DC…The US Supreme Court ruled against race based college admissions. The admissions programs at Harvard College and the University of North Carolina violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. The case stemmed from some colleges limiting the number of Asian students on diversity grounds even though their testing scores warranted admission. Click […]
Summer Safety Tips for Warmer Weather
San Andreas, CA…Weather in Calaveras County is expected to exceed temperatures of 100 degrees Fahrenheit this coming weekend. High temperatures cause over 700 heat related deaths in the United States every year. Staying safe during the summer heat can help prevent heat related illnesses or even death. Calaveras County Health Officer, Dr. Rene Ramirez, reminds […]
Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Olivia Dalton and National Economic Council Director Lael Brainard
Washington, DC…MS. DALTON: Good afternoon. It’s great to see all of you here. And today, I am thrilled to have someone else making their briefing room debut. (Laughter.) We have the Director of the National Economic Council, Lael Brainard, here with us at the podium for the first time. Lael, as many of you may […]
Governor Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Atkins and Assembly Speaker Rendon Issue Statements on Budget Agreement
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins, and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon issued the following statements announcing that they have reached an agreement on the 2023-24 state budget: “In the face of continued global economic uncertainty, this budget increases our fiscal discipline by growing our budget reserves to a record $38 […]
President Biden on Broadband Investments
Washington, DC…Please. Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you. Please. Thank you. Although I like the fact Joe Manchin is standing all this time. (Laughter.) He’s a friend. Hi, Joe Joe. How are you, pal? Before I begin, let me say a few words about the events in Russia. And excuse me, I’m a little — I […]
The Calaveras Supervisors are Back in Action Today!
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 6/27/2023 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 Govt. Code § 54957(a), consultation […]
Nation’s First Gas “Price Gouging Law”, Requiring Daily Reporting Goes Into Effect
Sacramento, CA…California’s new law to combat price gouging at the pump takes effect today. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the first-in-the-nation law earlier this year after calling for a special session of the Legislature to hold Big Oil accountable for fleecing California families at the gas pump. California’s law is a model for the nation: a recent national […]
President Joe Biden on the Anniversary of Landmark Marriage Equality Rulings
Washington, DC…Today marks the anniversary of three landmark Supreme Court cases which were consequential in affirming the basic truth that every American should have the right to marry the person they love. Ten years ago today, the Supreme Court rulings in United States v. Windsor and Hollingsworth v. Perry made significant strides laying the groundwork […]
Fireworks Prohibited in Ebbetts Pass Fire Protection District & All of Tuolumne County
San Andreas, CA…CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit would like to remind everyone that within the counties of Tuolumne and Calaveras fireworks rules and regulations differ. In Tuolumne County, ALL fireworks are prohibited; including safe and sane fireworks. In Calaveras County, with the exception of the Ebbetts Pass Fire Protection District, Safe and Sane fireworks are allowed. […]
President Biden on Seizing the Opportunities and Managing the Risks of Artificial Intelligence
San Francisco, CA…Well, thanks for joining me today, everyone. I appreciate it very much. And especially thanks to my buddy Governor Newsom, who is one of the best governors I’ve ever worked with, and Arati, the — my director of my Office of Science and Technology and Policy. And earlier this year, we met with […]
Calaveras County Grand Jury Report – Teach An Old Dog New Tricks
San Andreas, CA…The 2022-2023 Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury has released a report entitled “Teaching An Old Dog New Tricks”. The Summary section of the report states why the grand jury undertook the investigation and notes the report’s most significant issues, findings, and recommendations, as follows: “The Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury’s (CCGJ) decision to investigate […]
President Biden’s California Remarks on Climate Resilience
Palo Alto, CA…Well, thank you, Chiena, for that introduction. Governor Newsom, I tell you what: It’s nice to be here, as you said, working on something that’s a positive thing going forward, and not fixing something that happened very — very badly. We’ve spent a lot of time in helicopters flying over areas that needed […]
Calaveras County Grand Jury Report – Every Day is Earth Day
San Andreas, CA…The 2022-2023 Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury has released a report entitled “Calaveras County Fire and Environment: Every Day is Earth Day”. The Summary section of the report states why the grand jury undertook the investigation and notes the report’s most significant issues, findings, and recommendations, as follows: “In our effort to identify areas […]
Governor Newsom Welcomes President Biden Back to California, Highlights New Investments in Climate Action and Clean Energy
Palo Alto, CA…President Biden, alongside Governor Newsom, announced a $600 million investment for climate resilience projects across the country and $67 million to help build power lines to support the state’s transition to 100% clean electricity – emphasizing the need to accelerate these sorts of projects to fight back against climate change. Governor Gavin Newsom […]
Governor Newsom Proclaims Juneteenth Day of Observance
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation declaring “Juneteenth National Freedom Day: A Day of Observance” in the State of California. California will celebrate Juneteenth as a state holiday for the first time this June under legislation enacted into law this year. The text of the proclamation can be found below: PROCLAMATION America does not only celebrate […]
Calaveras County Seeks Community Input for Future Broadband Deployment
San Andreas, CA…County staff are asking residents and business owner for 10 minutes of their time in completing and submitting an anonymous survey regarding broadband. The survey will help in the allocation of state funds to Calaveras County for deployment of broadband internet infrastructure throughout the County. Under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, $62 billion was […]
One-Way Traffic Control on Two State Routes Next Week
Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on State Route 4 (SR-4) and SR-26 next week. State Route 4 • Intermittent one-way traffic control at various locations on SR-4 throughout Calaveras County for striping operations beginning Monday, June 19, through Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 […]
President Biden on Protecting Consumers from Hidden Junk Fees
Washington, DC…Before I begin, I want to thank everyone involved in reaching a tentative agreement at our ports on the West Coast. This deal shows collective bargaining works. When employers and workers come together to agree on a deal that works for both of them, it’s good for the economy and keeping our supply chain […]
Attorney General Bonta Applauds U.S. Supreme Court for Upholding Key Law Protecting Rights of Native American Children, Families, and Tribes
Oakland, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta today applauded a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court rejecting a constitutional challenge to longstanding protections guaranteed to Native American children, their families, and tribal communities under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). In August 2022, Attorney General Bonta led a bipartisan coalition of 24 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in Haaland v. […]
Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through June 24, 2023
Angels Camp, CA…Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through June 24, 2023. 23-06-15-Road-Report.pdf
Michael Massone Named New Director of Emergency Services for Calaveras County
San Andreas, CA…The County of Calaveras is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Massone as the new Director of Emergency Services for Calaveras County effective June 20, 2023. Mr. Massone has more than 30 years of experience in emergency response including 30 years with the San Diego Federal Fire Department and 3 years with […]
Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement & Holds Steady on Rates
Washington, DC…Recent indicators suggest that economic activity has continued to expand at a modest pace. Job gains have been robust in recent months, and the unemployment rate has remained low. Inflation remains elevated. The U.S. banking system is sound and resilient. Tighter credit conditions for households and businesses are likely to weigh on economic activity, […]
Former President Trump Leaves for Miami Court Hearing
Miami, FL…(USA Today)..Former President Donald Trump heads to Miami to be formally arraigned Tuesday after a federal grand jury indicted him on 37 counts, stemming from his alleged handling of more than 300 classified documents that were found in his primary residence in Florida. RELATED: Miami adding extra security prep ahead of Trump arraignment in […]
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 6/13/2023 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 Govt. Code […]
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the Signing of the Executive Order on Advancing Economic Security for Military and Veteran Spouses
Fort Liberty, NC…(Formerly Fort Bragg)…Thank you, General Donahue. And thank you for your leadership here at Liberty. Through Joining Forces — my White House initiative to support military and veteran families, caregivers, and survivors — I’ve traveled to bases across this country and across the world. And I’ve sat with military families just like yours […]
Donald Trump on His Indictment
Palm Beach, FL…We are watching our Republic DIE before our very eyes. The Biden-appointed Special Counsel has INDICTED me in yet another witch hunt regarding documents that I had the RIGHT to declassify as President of the United States. This witch hunt began when the FBI RAIDED my home and then staged it to look […]
Governor Newsom Proposes Assault Weapons Ban & Background Check 28th Constitutional Amendment
Sacramento, CA…Today Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution to enshrine what he says are fundamental, broadly supported gun safety measures into law. While leaving the 2nd Amendment unchanged and respecting America’s gun-owning tradition, the Governor’s proposal guarantees common sense constitutional protections and gun safety measures that Democrats, Republicans, independent […]
California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burn at Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Arnold, CA…California State Parks, in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), plan to conduct prescribed burning at Calaveras Big Trees State Park starting as soon as June 12. The planned treatment will cover up to 155 acres and will include areas along Highway 4. Visitors should expect closures during […]