Governor Newsom Names Sean Duryee CHP Commissioner

Governor Newsom Names Sean Duryee CHP Commissioner

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced his appointment of Sean Duryee as Commissioner of the California Highway Patrol, where he has been serving as Acting Commissioner and has held several roles since 1998. “A veteran of the CHP, Commissioner Duryee has dedicated his career to serving the people of California, starting as a Cadet decades ago,” […]

President Biden at a Democratic National Committee Winter Meeting Reception

President Biden at a Democratic National Committee Winter Meeting Reception

Philadelphia, PA…Hello, Democrats! AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! THE PRESIDENT: Folks — (applause) — AUDIENCE MEMBER: We love you, Joe! THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you. My name — my name is Joe Biden, and I’m Jill Biden’s husband. (Applause.) And I want to be real clear: She’s a Philly girl. (Applause.) So there’s […]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Taking Down Chinese Surveillance Balloon

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Taking Down Chinese Surveillance Balloon

Washington, DC…This afternoon, at the direction of President Biden, U.S. fighter aircraft assigned to U.S. Northern Command successfully brought down the high altitude surveillance balloon launched by and belonging to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) over the water off the coast of South Carolina in U.S. airspace. The balloon, which was being used by […]

Bald Mountain Helitak Base Break-In Most Recent in Series of Thefts

Bald Mountain Helitak Base Break-In Most Recent in Series of Thefts

Sonora, CA…Law Enforcement with the Stanislaus National Forest is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and apprehending those responsible for an unlawful entry and theft between noon, Saturday, January 28 and 7:30 a.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the Stanislaus National Forest’s Bald Mountain Helitak base off of Highway 108. The theft at the helitak […]

Payrolls Soar by 517,000 in January Even with Tech Layoffs. Government adds 74,000 Jobs!

Payrolls Soar by 517,000 in January Even with Tech Layoffs.  Government adds 74,000 Jobs!

Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 517,000 in January, and the unemployment rate changed little at 3.4 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Job growth was widespread, led by gains in leisure and hospitality, professional and business services, and health care. Employment also increased in government, partially reflecting the return of […]

DoD on Chinese High-Altitude Surveillance Balloon

DoD on Chinese High-Altitude Surveillance Balloon

Washington, DC…The United States Government has detected and is tracking a high altitude surveillance balloon that is over the continental United States right now. The U.S. government, to include NORAD, continues to track and monitor it closely. The balloon is currently traveling at an altitude well above commercial air traffic and does not present a […]

Second Snow Survey Reflects Boost from Atmospheric Rivers to 205% of Average Statewide.

Second Snow Survey Reflects Boost from Atmospheric Rivers to 205% of Average Statewide.

Phillips, CA…The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the second snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 85.5 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 33.5 inches, which is 193 percent of average for this location on February 1. The snow water equivalent measures the amount of […]

President Biden at the National Prayer Breakfast

President Biden at the National Prayer Breakfast

Washington, DC…Well, thank you, Lucy, for that introduction and, I might add, as I said last year, for your courage. You know, like many of you in the audience, Lucy lost a piece of her soul, and — and it’s — you know, while the pain never fully leaves, you eventually find the purpose to […]

Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

Washington, DC…Good afternoon, everybody. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Today, the Vice President is in Memphis, Tennessee, to attend the celebration of life service for Tyre Nichols. White House officials, including Senior Advisor for Public Engagement Keisha Lance Bottoms and Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, are also in attendance on behalf of the […]

FOMC Press Conference February 1, 2023 after FED Raising Rates a Quarter Point

FOMC Press Conference February 1, 2023 after FED Raising Rates a Quarter Point

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. […]

Calaveras County Disaster Recovery Center Opens Feb. 1 at Angels Camp

Calaveras County Disaster Recovery Center Opens Feb. 1 at Angels Camp

Angels Camp, CA…A Disaster Recovery Center will open Wednesday, Feb. 1, at Angels Camp, where residents who were affected by the severe storms and flooding can update your FEMA applications and learn about state and community programs and other available assistance. The Calaveras County center is located at: Calaveras County Fairgrounds (Frogtown). Mark Twain Hall, […]

October 2022 White House Visitor Log Records Released

October 2022 White House Visitor Log Records Released

Washington, DC…Today the White House released visitor log records generated in October 2022. This set includes 39,293 records, bringing the total number of records posted to 249,243. These records were posted pursuant to the White House’s policy to voluntarily disclose visitor log records. This release is consistent with the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to becoming the […]

Red Ridge Restaurant Ribbon Cutting on February 2nd

Red Ridge Restaurant Ribbon Cutting on February 2nd

Angels Camp, CA…Join us for the Ribbon Cutting festivities for Red Ridge Restaurant on Thursday, February 2 at 4 p.m. We are pleased to welcome and support Ken and Madeline Anderson as they recently opened their farm to table restaurant in historic downtown Angels Camp featuring fresh produce, meats, and products from local suppliers whenever […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for January 28th, 2023

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for January 28th, 2023

Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Saturday, January 28, 2023 00:00 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE, NOT OFFICER INITIATED 2301280001 Occurred on Arno Wy, in Sonora. . Disposition: Arrest Made. 00:06 CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL 2301280002 Officer initiated activity at Scenic Heights Ct/Longeway Rd, Sonora. . Disposition: Assist Other […]

President Joe Biden’s Call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

President Joe Biden’s Call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Washington, DC…President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu to discuss the horrific terror attack tonight in Jerusalem, which claimed at least seven innocent Israeli lives. The President made clear that this was an attack against the civilized world. He offered all appropriate means of support to the Government and People of Israel over […]

President Biden on Economic Progress Since Taking Office

President Biden on Economic Progress Since Taking Office

Springfield, Virginia…How are you all doing? Please, take a seat if you have one. (Laughs.) I said that AUDIENCE MEMBER: We love you, Joe! THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. I said that — when I was seeking the nomination, I said, “Take a seat, everybody.” And there wasn’t a single chair in the place. […]

County Working with FEMA & SBA & FEMA Opens Assistance Site for Storm Disaster Recovery

County Working with FEMA & SBA & FEMA Opens Assistance Site for Storm Disaster Recovery

San Andreas, CA…The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has opened an Assistance Site for Calaveras County residents to register for disaster assistance. The address is 509 E St Charles St, San Andreas, CA 95249. The assistance center opens today from the hours of 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and will remain open as long as […]

State Water Project to Increase Expected 2023 Deliveries to 30%

State Water Project to Increase Expected 2023 Deliveries to 30%

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement today after the state announced that it will boost deliveries to 29 public water agencies serving 27 million Californians.  “Thanks to the water captured and stored from recent storms, the state is increasing deliveries to local agencies that support two-thirds of Californians – good news for communities and farms in […]

Gross Domestic Product Up 2.9% in Fourth Quarter, Government Spending Pushed Rate Higher.

Gross Domestic Product Up 2.9% in Fourth Quarter, Government Spending Pushed Rate Higher.

Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.9 percent in the fourth quarter of 2022 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 3.2 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are incomplete […]

President Biden on Continued Support & Sending a Division of M1 Abrams Tanks to Ukraine

President Biden on Continued Support & Sending a Division of M1 Abrams Tanks to Ukraine

Washington, DC…Good almost morning. It’s exactly noon. Thank you for being here. Yesterday marked 11 months since Russia’s brutal, full-scale invasion of Ukraine; 11 months in which the Ukrainian people have showed Putin and the world the full force of their courage and the indomitable determination to live free. And through every single step of […]

What Winter Storm Impacted Small Businesses & Residents Can Expect When Applying for FEMA Assistance.

What Winter Storm Impacted Small Businesses & Residents Can Expect When Applying for FEMA Assistance.

San Andreas & Angels Camp, CA…FEMA assistance is not a replacement for insurance but can assist with basic needs to help start your recovery from the severe storms and flooding. This includes assistance to make essential home repairs, find a temporary place to stay, and repair or replace certain household items. Home Repairs ▪ If […]

SBA Positioned to Swiftly Assist California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Statewide Winter Storm.

SBA Positioned to Swiftly Assist California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Statewide Winter Storm.

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County and the City of Angels Camp have been approved for disaster loan assistance for individuals and businesses. Please see the press release and fact sheet below. Questions? Contact Corey Williams, SBA Public Information Officer at corey.williams@sba.gov.  Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to California businesses and residents as a result […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Meeting 1/24/2023

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Meeting 1/24/2023

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County is located in the heart of the California Foothills. It is rich in 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. Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meetings are held on […]

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