Speaker Pelosi & Congressional Delegation Visiting Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan….Our visit reiterates that America stands with Taiwan: a robust, vibrant democracy and our important partner in the Indo-Pacific.
President Biden Remains Covid Positive Says Dr. O’Connor
Washington, DC…The President continues to feel well. Given his rebound positivity which we reported yesterday, we continued daily monitoring. This morning, unsurprisingly, his SARS-CoV-2 antigen testing remained positive. The President will continue his strict isolation measures as previously described. He will continue to conduct the business of the American people from the Executive Residence. As […]
President Biden Tests Positive Again for Covid Says Dr. Kevin O’Connor
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s Religious Liberty Summit Speech
Rome, Italy….This speech has been sliced and diced on many news outlets today. We thought we would pass along the entire speech. Regardless of where you are on the political spectrum you might find this informative. “U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito delivered the keynote address last week at the 2022 Notre Dame Religious Liberty […]
Gross Domestic Product Shrinks Again in Second Quarter 2022. Recessionary Hoofbeats Grow Louder
Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annual rate of 0.9 percent in the second quarter of 2022 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the first quarter, real GDP decreased 1.6 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are […]
Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement & Raises Interest Rates by 0.75 Percentage Point.
Washington, DC…Recent indicators of spending and production have softened. Nonetheless, job gains have been robust in recent months, and the unemployment rate has remained low. Inflation remains elevated, reflecting supply and demand imbalances related to the pandemic, higher food and energy prices, and broader price pressures. Russia’s war against Ukraine is causing tremendous human and […]
President Biden on COVID-19, Testing Negative & Leaving Isolation
Washington, DC…As I was walking out, I thought I heard a rumbling in my staff saying, “Oh, he’s back.” (Laughter.) Thanks for sticking around. Hello, everyone. I’ve just tested negative for COVID-19 after isolating for five days. (Applause.) Thankfully, I’ll now be able to return to work in person. But I — I want to […]
President Biden on Senate Passage of the CHIPS and Science Act to Lower Costs, Bolster Our Competitive Edge and National Security
Washington, DC…Today the Senate passed an historic bill that will lower costs and create jobs. As Americans are worried about the state of the economy and the cost of living, the CHIPS bill is one answer: it will accelerate the manufacturing of semiconductors in America, lowering prices on everything from cars to dishwashers. It also […]
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. Purchase of Rail Road Flat School & More Top Agenda
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. Purchase of Rail Road Flat School & More Top Agenda Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7/26/2022 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. […]
California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Oak Fire near Yosemite
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the Oak Fire burning in Mariposa County. Driven by hot, dry weather and drought conditions, the Oak Fire has burned 6,555 acres to date. […]
Steve Bannon Convicted of Contempt for Defying January 6 Subpoena
Washington, DC…(AP) — Steve Bannon, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, was convicted on Friday of contempt charges for defying a congressional subpoena from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Click Above for full AP story Bannon, 68, was convicted after a four-day trial in federal court […]
Dr. Kevin O’Connor: President Biden Screened “Positive” for SARS-CoV-2
Washington, DC…Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. This morning, President Biden tested positive for COVID-19. He is fully vaccinated and twice boosted and experiencing very mild symptoms. He has begun taking Paxlovid. Consistent with CDC guidelines, he will isolate at the White House and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during […]
The National Weather Service Says Today is Peak Summer Heat
Sacramento, CA…Are you loving the summer weather or are you ready for winter? Climatologically, average max temperatures are on the decline for the rest of the year. Do you prefer summer or winter? Go vote in our poll on Twitter! @NWSSacramento
Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Hosting Recruiting Event
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office will host an Open House Recruiting Event on August 20, 2022, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM. Please join us if you are interested in becoming a member of our team. Contact Lieutenant Greg Stark (209)-754-6783 or Sergeant Ken Grognet at (209)-754-6552 if you have any questions. We look forward to […]
14-Year Old Male Body Found in Lake Camanche
Valley Springs, CA… Last Night at 7:20 p.m. Calaveras County Sheriff’s Dive Team was able to locate and recover the body of the 14-year-old boy who disappeared in the Lake Camanche water yesterday evening in front of family members. The mother and father were allowed to say goodbye to their son. Additionally, extended family members […]
Major Injury Crash Sonora CHP
Jamestown, CA… On July 16, 2022, at approximately 8:00am, a Sonora Area CHP Officer was informed by Merced Communication Dispatch Center that a recently stolen vehicle was seen driving on westbound State Route 108 near the Long Barn Area. The Officer was in the area and located the stolen grey Ford F350 pick-up truck. The […]
Angels Camp City Council Back in Action This Evening
Angels Camp, CA… Angels Camp City Council Back in Action This Evening. The Full Amended City of Angels City Council Agenda is Listed Below… AMENDED CITY OF ANGELS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA July 19, 2022 THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT ANGELS FIRE HOUSE, 1404 VALLECITO ROAD AND WILL BE OPEN TO PUBLIC. MASKS ARE RECOMMENDED […]
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action on July 19th
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action on July 19th. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7/19/2022 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 Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code […]
Angels Camp City Council Back in Action Tomorrow Evening
Angels Camp, CA… Angels Camp City Council Back in Action Tomorrow Evening. The full agenda is listed below… CITY OF ANGELS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA July 19, 2022 THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT ANGELS FIRE HOUSE, 1404 VALLECITO ROAD AND WILL BE OPEN TO PUBLIC. MASKS ARE RECOMMENDED FOR ATTENDEES. In person public attendance will […]
A Time to Look Back as We Move Forward. The Federalist Papers Number Two by Publius. Introduction by John Hamilton
Arnold, CA…Federalist Two was written by John Jay and is “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 reaffirm that our […]
2022 Tour of The California Alps Road Closures
Alpine County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily close portions of SR-4 and SR-89 to all traffic, except for emergency, law enforcement and support vehicles, for the 2022 Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride. State highways will be impacted as follows on Saturday, July 16, 2022: • SR-4/Ebbetts Pass will […]
Producer Prices Continue to Soar with 1.1% Spike in June
Washington, DC…The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 1.1 percent in June, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. This rise followed advances of 0.9 percent in May and 0.4 percent in April. (See table A.) On an unadjusted basis, final demand prices moved up 11.3 percent for the 12 months […]
Gavin Newsom Says: “The Gun Industry Can No Longer Hide”
Sacramento, CA…Taking new steps to further hold the gun industry accountable, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation Monday allowing the state, local governments and Californians to sue gun makers. Watch video of the Governor signing the bill here. “To the victims of gun violence and their families: California stands with you. The gun industry can no […]
Heritage Expert Says: “We Are Likely Heading for Double-Digit Inflation This Fall”
Washington, DC…According to the latest data released Wednesday, inflation increased yet again in June—9.1% over the past year, marking another 40+ year record high. The cost of everyday staples rose along with the inflation rate. The price of eggs went up 33.1%, meat 8.2%, gasoline 59.9%, used cars 7.1%, and airline travel 34.1%. This is […]
Consumer Prices Soared 1.3% in June! 15.6% Rate If Annualized!
Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 1.3 percent in June on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 1.0 percent in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 9.1 percent before seasonal adjustment. The increase was broad-based, with the […]
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action on July 12th
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action on July 12th. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7/12/2022 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 Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Government Code […]
Yosemite’s Washburn Fire Grows to 1,591 Acres
Yosemite, CA…The Washburn Fire was reported in the afternoon of July 7th, near the Washburn Trail in the Mariposa Grove area of Yosemite National Park. A full initial attack response was dispatched including Yosemite National Park Fire resources and state and local cooperators. California Interagency Incident Management Team 13 assumed command of the fire on […]
President Biden Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Central Intelligence Agency
Langley, Virginia…Thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you, thank you. It’s so good to be back. This is my third time standing before these stars to speak and — in my life in public — my time in public office. And — and it’s a great honor. I was saying to some of […]
Alpine County Approves Partnership with Golden State Connect Authority for Deployment of Open-Access, Municipal Internet
Markleeville, CA…On July 5, the Alpine County Board of Supervisors approved a partnership agreement with Golden State Connect Authority (GSCA) to install reliable, affordable high-speed internet infrastructure in Alpine County. This is one of several initial project locations that GSCA is exploring across its 39 rural member counties for the deployment of an open-access, municipal […]
More Roads Open Up as Electra Fire Repopulation Moves Forward
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services has implemented Zonehaven for identifying evacuation order and warning zones. For a live map of current zones under an evacuation order or warning please visit www.community.zonehaven.com or scan the QR code. The below changes only affect areas outside of the Electra Fire burn scar, as all […]