Governor Newsom Advances Sites Reservoir Project to Finally Expand California’s Water Storage

Governor Newsom Advances Sites Reservoir Project to Finally Expand California’s Water Storage

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom is continuing to prepare the state for the water shortages impacting western states and the upcoming threat of a hotter, drier future. The Governor announced that the state’s Sites Reservoir infrastructure project is advancing forward and has received a nearly $219 million funding increase from the California Water Commission to ensure […]

While Still Highest in Nation, Newsom Touts Reporting Showing Reduced Homelessness in California

While Still Highest in Nation, Newsom Touts Reporting Showing Reduced Homelessness in California

Sacramento, CA…Cities throughout California are reporting reductions in unsheltered homelessness as California succeeds in its efforts to address this national crisis. Through Governor Newsom’s support of local government efforts and state investments, California is reversing decades of inaction on homelessness. These announcements continue progress from last year’s 2024 point-in-time count, which showed that California had […]

Trump Admin Says “California’s “Sanctuary” Policies Gave Way to Florida Tragedy”

Trump Admin Says “California’s “Sanctuary” Policies Gave Way to Florida Tragedy”

Washington, DC…Three innocent Americans are dead after an illegal alien semi-truck driver attempted an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike and caused a minivan to violently crash into the truck’s trailer. The illegal alien is an Indian national who was granted a commercial driver’s license by the so-called “sanctuary state” of California, whose reckless policies put the lives of American citizens at risk every single […]

Trump Arrives in Alaska for Putin Meeting

Trump Arrives in Alaska for Putin Meeting

Anchorage, AK…Air Force One is officially wheels down at Joint Base Elmendorf in Anchorage, Alaska Air Force One is officially wheels down at Joint Base Elmendorf in Anchorage, Alaska pic.twitter.com/neVcTFdjJj — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) August 15, 2025

Governor Newsom Launches Statewide Response to Trump, Texas’ Redistricting

Governor Newsom Launches Statewide Response to Trump, Texas’ Redistricting

Los Angeles, CA…Alongside state leaders and advocates representing the Golden State Newsom said are “our values”, Governor Gavin Newsom today officially announced the launch of a statewide effort that will enable Californians to fight back against President Trump’s attempts to rig Texas’ elections next year — gerrymandering democratically elected representatives out of office to immunize […]

President Trump Spotlights 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees: American Icons in Performing Arts

President Trump Spotlights 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees: American Icons in Performing Arts

Washington, DC…President Donald J. Trump proudly unveiled the honorees of the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, recognizing an extraordinary group of artists whose talents have shaped American culture and entertained generations. These heroes of arts and culture will be celebrated at the annual Kennedy Center Honors Gala in December. The 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees: George Strait. Beloved […]

Lime Creek Bridge Early Morning Work 8-14-25

Lime Creek Bridge Early Morning Work 8-14-25

Valley Springs, CA…As part of the ongoing Lime Creek Bridge Replacement Project, bridge construction will take place on Thursday, August 14, 2025, beginning at 4:00 AM in Valley Springs. Residents can expect construction activity early in the morning, including the presence of concrete trucks, heavy equipment, and construction lighting before sunrise. Traffic lanes along Lime […]

Newsom Says California’s Crime Rates Down amid “Trump’s Continued Assault on Democracy”

Newsom Says California’s Crime Rates Down amid “Trump’s Continued Assault on Democracy”

Sacramento, CA…Newsom says that…”While the President continues his assault on democracy, this time by threatening to deploy federal law enforcement officials to states across the country, California has brought down crime in nearly every major category. Based on data released by the California Department of Justice, nearly every major crime category, including violent crime and homicides, […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 8/12/2025 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet  Video Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Staff Announcements This is a time for […]

Bunny is All Ears for You! Adopt Her Today!

Bunny is All Ears for You!  Adopt Her Today!

San Andreas, CA…Meet Bunny (A059336), a female German Shepherd mix, about 10 months and 50 pounds. Bunny is a delightful young pup whose comically large ears are impossible to ignore. At just 10 months old, she’s still growing into her lanky frame, and we hope she never grows into those ears—they’re part of her irresistible […]

Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

Washington, DC…By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 740 of the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act (Public Law 93-198), as amended (section 740 of the Home Rule Act), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, […]

Trump & Putin to Meet August 15th in Alaska

Trump & Putin to Meet August 15th in Alaska

Washington, DC…The highly anticipated meeting between myself, as President of the United States of America, and President Vladimir Putin, of Russia, will take place next Friday, August 15, 2025, in the Great State of Alaska. Further details to follow. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

Mini-Grants Now Available Through First 5 Calaveras & Prevent Child Abuse

Mini-Grants Now Available Through First 5 Calaveras & Prevent Child Abuse

San Andreas, CA…First 5 Calaveras and Prevent Child Abuse Calaveras (PCAC) are pleased to announce the availability of $13,000 for community mini-grants. Individuals, public agencies, and private organizations in need of funding to improve the lives of children in Calaveras are encouraged to apply. The application period will end on Friday, September 5, 2025. The […]

Soldier Arrested for Attempting to Pass Abrams Tank Info to Russia

Soldier Arrested for Attempting to Pass Abrams Tank Info to Russia

El Paso, TX…Taylor Adam Lee, 22, of El Paso, Texas, was arrested today on charges of attempted transmission of national defense information to a foreign adversary and attempted export of controlled technical data without a license. “According to the criminal complaint, the defendant sought to transmit sensitive national defense information to Russia regarding the operation […]

Governor Newsom Says Trump has Betrayed us With Failed Economic Policies

Governor Newsom Says Trump has Betrayed us With Failed Economic Policies

Sacramento, CA…Gavin Newsom says the Trump administration’s ongoing incompetence and failures continue to be on full display, with a disappointing jobs report showing the worst performance since the COVID-19 pandemic and an August 1 tariff deadline that passed without formal deals from all of our top trading partners. “While President Trump spends his time gaslighting […]

Chairman Comer Subpoenas Bill and Hillary Clinton, Former U.S. Attorneys General and FBI Directors, and Records Related to Jeffrey Epstein

Chairman Comer Subpoenas Bill and Hillary Clinton, Former U.S. Attorneys General and FBI Directors, and Records Related to Jeffrey Epstein

Washington, DC…House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today issued deposition subpoenas to Bill and Hillary Clinton, James Comey, Loretta Lynch, Eric Holder, Merrick Garland, Robert Mueller, William Barr, Jeff Sessions, and Alberto Gonzales for testimony related to horrific crimes perpetrated by Jeffrey Epstein. Additionally, Chairman Comer issued a subpoena to […]

3% Gross Domestic Product, 2nd Quarter 2025 (Advance Estimate)

3% Gross Domestic Product, 2nd Quarter 2025 (Advance Estimate)

Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 3.0 percent in the second quarter of 2025 (April, May, and June), according to the advance estimate released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the first quarter, real GDP decreased 0.5 percent. The increase in real GDP in the second quarter primarily […]

The League of Women Voters August General Meeting

The League of Women Voters August General Meeting

Sonora, CA…The League of Women Voters of the Mother Lode will have their General Meeting Saturday August 2, 2025 from 10am to noon. It will be held at the Tuolumne County Library, 480 Greenley Road, Sonora. A screening of the dynamic speech given by the LWV National President at the June Convention will be aired. […]

Calaveras County Launches Waste Services Survey to Hear from Residents and Businesses

Calaveras County Launches Waste Services Survey to Hear from Residents and Businesses

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County has launched a public survey to gather feedback on waste and recycling services provided by Cal-Waste Recovery Systems and County owned refuse disposal sites. Residents and business owners are encouraged to take the short survey to share their experiences, concerns, and suggestions. The County currently contracts with Cal-Waste for residential and […]

Senator Alvarado-Gil Drives Effort to Reclassify J-59/La Grange Road as State Route 59

Senator Alvarado-Gil Drives Effort to Reclassify J-59/La Grange Road as State Route 59

Sonora, CA…Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) is calling for the reclassification of J-59/La Grange Road as State Route 59 to improve public safety and strengthen California’s wildfire emergency response system. This vital corridor connects State Route 99 to State Route 108 and serves thousands of residents, first responders, and travelers each year. Despite its importance, it […]

California Pre-Deploys Resources in Plumas, Nevada, and Sierra Counties Ahead of Critical Fire Weather Conditions

California Pre-Deploys Resources in Plumas, Nevada, and Sierra Counties Ahead of Critical Fire Weather Conditions

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today approved the prepositioning of firefighting resources in Plumas, Nevada, and Sierra counties in response to critical fire weather conditions forecasted to impact the area starting Wednesday, July 30, through Thursday, July 31, 2025. “This proactive approach has proven to be a critical component of California’s wildfire response strategy, reducing response […]

Newsom Says Promises Kept as New Data Shows 22,000 Arrests and $150 Million in Recovered Stolen Goods

Newsom Says Promises Kept as New Data Shows 22,000 Arrests and $150 Million in Recovered Stolen Goods

Sacramento, CA…Continuing to prioritize local and state partnerships to keep Californians safe, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced significant accomplishments in battling organized retail theft and prosecuting criminals for their actions. Between October 2023 and March 2025, state-funded local law enforcement operations resulted in the arrest of more than 22,100 suspects and the referral of nearly […]