Sacramento, CA…As states across the country continue to impose archaic and dangerous laws to outlaw abortion and criminalize patients and providers, Governor Gavin Newsom today granted a posthumous pardon to Laura Miner, a courageous provider of reproductive health services in California from 1934 to 1948, and lifted up the state’s continued work to expand and […]
San Andreas, CA…Help design your community’s gateway sign! Caltrans is partnering with the Calaveras County Department of Public Works (DPW) to build gateway monument and wayfinding signs at key locations along the state highways in Calaveras County. The project includes development of a comprehensive gateway signage program covering 22 locations in seven communities along State […]
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 – Cutting a Christmas tree offers families a traditional holiday experience and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is pleased to announce the sale of Christmas tree permits begins Monday, Nov. 14, 2022. Permits will be sold in-person only at the South Lake Tahoe […]
Avery, CA…The Avery Recycling and Disposal Transfer Station, located at 4541 Segale Road in Avery will be closed to the public on Friday, November 4, 2022, while the compactor is replaced. Normal business will resume Saturday, November 5th, 2022. Household trash and recyclables are accepted at the Avery Transfer Station, which is typically open Friday-Tuesday […]
Washington, DC…The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It performs five general functions to promote the effective operation of the U.S. economy and, more generally, the public interest. The Federal Reserve conducts the nation’s monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates in the U.S. […]
Miami Gardens, FL…Hello, Florida! Hello, hello, hello. Well, hello, Florida! (Applause.) AUDIENCE: Let’s go, Joe! Let’s go, Joe! Let’s go, Joe! THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, thank you, thank you. And you’ve been — (laughs). Well, as my mother would say, “God love you all.” (Applause.) You got caught in the front pew. No way […]
Washington, DC…I send my congratulations to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his election to be the next president of Brazil following free, fair, and credible elections. I look forward to working together to continue the cooperation between our two countries in the months and years ahead. ###
Washington, DC…Jill and I send our deepest condolences to the families who lost loved ones in Seoul. We grieve with the people of the Republic of Korea and send our best wishes for a quick recovery to all those who were injured. The Alliance between our two countries has never been more vibrant or more […]
Syracuse, New York…Well, thank you very much. Hello, Syracuse! (Applause.) If you have a seat, take it. If you don’t, I’d probably leave. (Laughter.) Shawni, thank you for that introduction and for representing your sisters and brothers of the IBEW. One of the reasons I’m standing here is because of the IBEW, not a joke. […]
Washington, D.C. — Drew Hammill, spokesman for Speaker Nancy Pelosi, issued this statement: “Early this morning, an assailant broke into the Pelosi residence in San Francisco and violently assaulted Mr. Pelosi. The assailant is in custody and the motivation for the attack is under investigation. Mr. Pelosi was taken to the hospital, where he is […]
Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.6 percent in the third quarter of 2022 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP decreased 0.6 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are incomplete […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency awarded $48 million in grants to eight California communities to fund comprehensive, compassionate, and innovative efforts that will serve 1,361 unsheltered people living in encampments and support their pathway to safe and stable housing. “Californians deserve clean and safe communities,” said […]
Dorrington, CA…Fire personnel with the Stanislaus National Forest’s Calaveras Ranger District will conduct prescribed burn operations near Dorrington. Ignition of the prescribed burn is expected to begin the first week of November and will continue up to seven days as long as conditions allow. Burning is contingent on weather, fuel moisture, and air quality. All […]
New York, NY….The New York Supreme Court orders reinstatement for all employees fired for being unvaccinated & orders backpay as well. The NY Supreme Court found that being vaccinated ‘does not’ stop the spread of COVID-19. The full decision is 85163_2022_George_Garvey_et_al_v_City_of_New_York_et_al_DECISION___ORDER_ON_37
San Andreas, CA… State Route 49 in San Andreas will be impacted by the Annual CHS Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 28, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Main Street and Court Street will be closed to through traffic during the Annual CHS Homecoming Uptown Rally. Please observe all traffic control signs and follow […]
San Andreas, CA… The Calaveras County Tree Mortality Program foresters have been conducting surveys throughout the County to identify new instances of tree mortality. Surveys have been completed in the area of the County north of Big Trees Village up to the County line and an Invitation to Bid has been issued to remove over […]
Surrey, British Columbia…Fewer guns mean safer communities. That’s why the Government of Canada is implementing some of the strongest gun control measures in a generation. Handguns are the weapon of choice in most firearm-related crimes, which is why limiting the number of handguns is a critical part of our plan to protect Canadians from gun […]
Avery, CA…The Avery Recycling and Disposal Transfer Station, located at 4541 Segale Road in Avery will be closed to the public on Friday, November 4, 2022, while the compactor is replaced. Normal business will resume Saturday, November 5th, 2022. Household trash and recyclables are accepted at the Avery Transfer Station, which is typically open Friday-Tuesday […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today! The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 10/25/2022 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(b)(1): […]
San Andreas, CA… –The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is conducting a prescribed burning operation on the Shiloh Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) site. This project is located in Sierra Village in the area of Prospect Drive and Placer Avenue. Smoke may be visible in the area during the prescribed burn. This […]
Tamarack, CA… Please be advised that there will be a complete road closure at 1012 Mountain View Road, Tamarack on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. Please follow designated detour route and follow instructions provided by on site personnel. If you have any questions regarding this closure please contact Mario’s Tree Service at (951) 790-7446.
Washington, DC…In three separate cases in the U.S. Attorneys’ Offices for the Eastern District of New York and the District of New Jersey, the Justice Department has charged 13 individuals, including members of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) security and intelligence apparatus and their agents, for alleged efforts to unlawfully exert influence in the […]
Washington, DC…Tonight’s temporary order does not prevent borrowers from applying for student debt relief at studentaid.gov – and we encourage eligible borrowers to join the nearly 22 million Americans whose information the Department of Education already has. It also does not prevent us from reviewing these applications and preparing them for transmission to loan servicers. […]
Arnold, CA…Federalist Four was written by John Jay and is a continuation of “Concerning Dangers from Foreign Force and Influence” and is below our intro and is available in an audio format if you click the image below. In our sharply politically divided country it may be time for us all to look back and […]
San Francisco, CA…KQED hosted California’s two candidates for governor, Democratic incumbent Gavin Newsom and his Republican challenger Brian Dahle, for their only live debate before voters choose one of them to lead the state of nearly 40 million people. The debate was moderated by KQED senior politics editor Scott Shafer and KQED politics correspondent Marisa […]
Truckee, CA…State leaders announced Sierra Business Council as the Fiscal Agent and Regional Convener for the Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) Eastern Sierra Region, which includes Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Mariposa, Alpine, Inyo, and Mono counties. CERF is a new state initiative supporting innovative plans and strategies to diversify local economies and develop sustainable industries that create good-paying, […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom and the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) announced that roughly 286,000 older adult Californians are receiving full scope Medi-Cal thanks to the expansion of comprehensive preventive care and other services to all income-eligible adults 50 years of age and older, regardless of immigration status. This follows Governor Newsom’s action in […]
Sacramento, CA…California announced the latest data showing the state’s speedy acceleration toward zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and ZEV market dominance: 17.7% of all new cars sold in California are ZEVs, according to the California Energy Commission The ZEV share of sales is up 42.7% from 2021 and 126.9% from 2020 Latest estimates show ZEV sales were 4.9% of […]
