Washington, DC…Today we are announcing the next package of military assistance to aid Ukraine as it defends its territory and protects its people. This package contains important capabilities to help Ukraine on the battlefield. It includes AIM-9M missiles for air defense, munitions for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, 155mm and 105mm artillery ammunition, mine-clearing equipment, […]
Los Angeles, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a lawsuit to immediately halt the enforcement of the Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education’s (Board) mandatory gender identity disclosure policy. The policy, adopted in July, requires schools to inform parents, with minimal exceptions, whenever a student requests to use a name or pronoun different from that on […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) announced details of their upcoming Digital Inclusion Community Mini-Grants. This initiative is aimed at empowering older adults and persons with disabilities through digital connectivity and technology access. Applications will open by the end of the month. This mini-grant initiative is part of HHSAs commitment to […]
Lahaina, HI…The County of Maui on Thursday released a validated list of the names of 388 individuals who have been reported unaccounted for following the Lahaina wildfire disaster on August 8, 2023. The names are being provided to the public in an effort to help identify anyone who can be accounted for. The names on […]
Washington, DC…The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) for discriminating against asylees and refugees in hiring. The lawsuit alleges that, from at least September 2018 to May 2022, SpaceX routinely discouraged asylees and refugees from applying and refused to hire or consider them, because of their citizenship status, in violation […]
Atlanta, GA…Former President Donald Trump posted his mug shot on Twitter & his Truth Social.
Sacramento, CA…With the clock ticking toward the September 14 adjournment date for the session, the Legislature yesterday brought forth a new Senate Bill 799, which started its legislative life as something else but was gutted and amended to now extend unemployment benefits to workers who voluntarily leave their jobs. And the tab for it all will […]
Amador, Calaveras Counties, CA…Several counties in California are teaming up to make it easier for residents to add accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to their properties. Mother Lode ADU is a new partnership between the Counties of Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Nevada created to help homeowners in the region build an ADU. A new website at […]
Arnold, CA…We like many of you watched at least some of the debate last night where Vivek Ramaswamy seemed to have a bit of a coming out party on the national stage. Not only was he the target of pushback by most of the other candidates he inflicted a few blows himself. On most polls […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services in collaboration with U.S. Small Business Administration’s announced the opening of its Disaster Loan Outreach Center to meet the needs of businesses and individuals who were affected by severe winter storms, straight line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that began Feb. 21. The center will be located […]
Moscow, RU…August 23. /TASS/. Russia’s Federal Agency for Air Transport has launched an investigation into the crash of the Embraer plane in the Tver Region on Wednesday, the agency said noting that Yevgeny Prigozhin was among the passengers. Yevgeny Prigozhin © Lev Borodin/TASS “An investigation into the Embraer plane crash that occurred in the Tver […]
Amador, Calaveras & Tuolumne Counties, CA…Our vision is for residents to be self‒reliant, healthy, free from economic hardship, feeling sustained by the support of community and family, and able to achieve their maximum potential as engaged citizens. The Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA), was created in 1981 as a public, nonprofit entity through a […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 8/22/2023 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Staff Announcements This is a […]
Lahaina, HI…Well, hello, people of Maui. You’ve shown such absolute, incredible courage, and that’s not hyperbole. I want you to know, on behalf of the United States of America and all the nation, the American people stand with you. Governor Josh Green, you’ve been incredible. From the day we’ve spoken on this, you’ve been way […]
Copperopolis, CA…I have made up a protest letter for CCWD customers to oppose the rate changes. All the customer has to do is fill in the blanks about their property and mail it in. Click Here for a PDF or Click The Image Below! Copperopolis Resident
San Andreas, CA…There’s potential for t-storms across interior NorCal today, primarily between noon & 10 PM. Potential impacts include lightning, small hail, brief heavy rain, & gusty winds. Heavy rain could bring debris flow concerns to burn scars. If you see a flash, dash inside!
Maui, HI…Hawaii Gov. Josh Green tells “Face the Nation” that the failure of the now-resigned Maui Emergency Management Agency Administrator was “utterly unsatisfactory, to the world.” “Of course, as a person, as a father, as a doctor, I wish all the sirens went off,” Green said. #news #hawaii #maui “Face the Nation” is America’s premier […]
Sacramento, CA…Out of an abundance of caution for public safety, California State Parks today announced temporary closures and camping cancellations for state parks and beaches due to potential impacts from Hurricane Hilary. All state beaches in Orange and San Diego counties will be closed on Sunday and Monday, August 20-21. Inland state parks in the […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for much of Southern California to support Hurricane Hilary response and recovery efforts as the state continues mobilizing and coordinating resources ahead of the storm’s forecasted impacts starting today. The text of today’s emergency proclamation can be found here. Hurricane Hilary is currently a Category 2 […]
Copperopolis, CA…Calaveras County District 4 Supervisor Amanda Folendorf and the Calaveras County Planning Department met with members of the community and the general public at a community town hall meeting on the proposed Copperopolis Community Plan on Thursday, July 27 2023, at 6 pm, at the Copperopolis Armory. The purpose of the community town hall […]
Three Rivers, CA…California has a new gray wolf pack in Tulare County, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announced today. This is the Golden State’s southernmost pack and it is at least 200 air miles from the nearest known pack in northeastern California. In July, CDFW received a wolf sighting report from a […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services in collaboration with U.S. Small Business Administration’s announced the opening of its Disaster Loan Outreach Center to meet the needs of businesses and individuals who were affected by severe winter storms, straight line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that began Feb. 21. The center will be located […]
Valley Springs, CA…Please join us for a Community Workshop regarding the proposed 5-Year Rate Adjustments. Date: Thursday, August 17, 2023 Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Jenny Lind Veterans Hall 300 W. Daphne St. Valley Springs, CA 95252 If you are unable to attend in person, we have a virtual meeting or call in […]
Washington, DC…Thank you, Scott. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) Please, thank you. I think your patience today exceeds your good judgment, but thank you. (Laughter.) And I want to say one thing to your children: I know some really great ice cream places around here — (laughter) — and Daddy owes you. […]
Angels Camp, CA…The City of Angels Camp is located in the heart of the California Foothills and is home to Gold Rush history, beautiful landscapes, a lifestyle that many want to be a part of, and is home to the world famous Calaveras County Frog Jump Jubilee every May. City Council meetings are held on […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced another $73 million from CAL FIRE for schools to replace asphalt with green spaces, trees and vegetation to provide more protection against extreme heat for our kids. Adding to the $47 million that was announced in July, California has distributed $120 million for these projects. Newsom Said “You can cook an […]
Sacramento, CA…California is deploying 201 specialized personnel, 25 vehicles, and more resources to help our neighbors in Hawaii and Oregon. Following action last week to support Hawaii, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the deployment of additional wildfire recovery personnel to Hawaii as well as wildland fire strike teams to Oregon to help battle ongoing wildfires. WHAT GOVERNOR […]
Washington, DC…Hey, hey. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hey, hey. Q Happy birthday. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Oh, thank you. Q Happy belated. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Lucky number 13. Yes, thank you. Thank you so much. Okay, in just a moment, I will turn it over to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, who is joining us from Hawaii to share an update […]
Arnold, CA…We stopped by the CCWD Rate Increase community meeting last night at EPFD Station One. There was a good sized crowd on hand to hear CCWD’s justifications for the rate increase. The next community meeting is tomorrow night in Copperopolis.
Elk Grove, CA…As other states censor curriculum and demean staff and students, California is empowering parents and students and transforming our education system to ensure all kids have the opportunity to succeed. Aug. 14, at Miwok Village Elementary School in Elk Grove, Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom highlighted California’s family agenda […]
