Washington D.C…Today, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) and Members of the House of Representatives received a briefing from the Biden administration regarding the current situation in Afghanistan. But unfortunately, the Biden administration only provided excuses for their lack of leadership. Leader McCarthy released the following statement after the call: “Last month, President Biden told […]
Louisville, KY…U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement after receiving a Biden Administration briefing on the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan: “The Biden Administration’s botched exit from Afghanistan including the frantic evacuation of Americans and vulnerable Afghans from Kabul is a shameful failure of American leadership. “The rapid advance of the […]
San Francisco, CA…Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the situation in Afghanistan: “The President is to be commended for the clarity of purpose of his statement on Afghanistan and the actions he has taken. “The Taliban must know that the world is watching its actions. We are deeply concerned about reports regarding the Taliban’s […]
Washington, DC…The following is the text of a joint statement on Afghanistan initially released by the following: Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Burkina Faso, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Estonia, The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Federated States of Micronesia, […]
New York, NY…As the crisis in Afghanistan deepens by the hour, with reports that insurgent forces reached the country’s capital, Kabul, earlier on Sunday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged the Taliban and all other parties “to exercise utmost restraint to protect lives and ensure that humanitarian aid can be addressed.” A note issued to the UN […]
Washington, DC…In what is already a challenging time for the people of Haiti, I am saddened by the devastating earthquake that occurred in Saint-Louis du Sud, Haiti this morning. We send our deepest condolences to all those who lost a loved one or saw their homes and businesses destroyed. I have authorized an immediate US […]
Washington, DC…Over the past several days, I have been in close contact with my national security team to give them direction on how to protect our interests and values as we end our military mission in Afghanistan. First, based on the recommendations of our diplomatic, military, and intelligence teams, I have authorized the deployment of […]
Kabul, Afghanistan (AP) — A Taliban official says the group will soon declare the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from the presidential palace in the capital, Kabul. That was the name of the country under the Taliban government ousted by U.S.-led forces after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because […]
Washington, DC…Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Afghan High Council for National Reconciliation Chairman Abdullah Abdullah today to discuss developments in Afghanistan and the urgency of ongoing diplomatic and political efforts to reduce the violence. The Secretary underscored the United States’ commitment to a strong relationship with the Government of Afghanistan and our […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Census Bureau today released additional 2020 Census results showing an increase in the population of U.S. metro areas compared to a decade ago. In addition, these once-a-decade results showed the nation’s diversity in how people identify their race and ethnicity. “We are excited to reach this milestone of delivering the first detailed statistics from […]
Arnold, CA…Ebbetts Pass Community Town Hall Meeting, August 12th at 6:00pm | White Pines Park. Please join CCWD staff for a community town hall meeting to discuss updates on current projects within the Ebbetts Pass Service Area. We encourage the community to share any questions they may have for CCWD. The town hall meeting will […]
Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5 percent in July on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.9 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 5.4 percent before seasonal adjustment. The indexes for shelter, food, energy, […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for Trinity County due to the McFarland and Monument fires; Tehama County due to the McFarland and Dixie fires; and Shasta County due to the McFarland Fire. The fires collectively have burned nearly 100,000 acres, destroyed homes and caused the evacuation of thousands of residents. The […]
Angels Camp, CA…Each year Calaveras County Health and Human Service Agency (HHSA) and Calaveras County Office of Education (CCOE) collaborate on innovative ways to utilize grant money aimed to help youth transition into adulthood while increasing safety and connection with community resources. Taking into consideration the financial challenges families have faced this past year, the […]
Arnold, CA…Ebbetts Pass Community Town Hall Meeting, August 12th at 6:00pm | White Pines Park. Please join CCWD staff for a community town hall meeting to discuss updates on current projects within the Ebbetts Pass Service Area. We encourage the community to share any questions they may have for CCWD. The town hall meeting will […]
Albany, NY…Governor Cuomo Resigns from Office in 14 Days.
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Board of Supervisors Back in Action Today! The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 8/10/2021 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 § 54957.6, conference with […]
Long Beach & Stockton, CA…During a visit to a Clean California site in Long Beach, Governor Gavin Newsom outlined his plan for record investments in mental health services and behavioral health housing as part of a comprehensive approach to tackling the state’s homelessness crisis. Earlier in the day, the Governor met with residents, outreach workers and Caltrans […]
Washington, DC…As we approach the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, we must never forget the enduring pain of the families and loved ones of the 2,977 innocent people who were killed. For them, 9/11 was not only a national and international tragedy; it was a personal devastation. For 20 years, […]
Sacramento, CA…(Sacramento Bee)..Nationally syndicated radio talk show host, Larry Elder, met with California opinion editors to share his views and explain his reasons for entering the California recall election. VIDEO: Joshua Bessex
Sacramento, CA…With climate change-induced drought reducing water levels in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to alarming lows, the State Water Resources Control Board today approved an emergency curtailment regulation with measures to preserve stored water to protect drinking water supplies, prevent salinity intrusion and minimize impacts to fisheries and the environment. The emergency regulation must be […]
Sacramento, CA…(Sacramento Bee)…On July 30, 2021, Gov. Gavin Newsom sat down with California opinion journalists (via Zoom) and discussed the issues that have brought about a gubernatorial recall election in the state of California. <iframe width=”640″ height=”360″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/N3aONlGwfDg” title=”YouTube video player” frameborder=”0″ allow=”accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture” allowfullscreen></iframe> VIDEO: Joshua Bessex
Washington, DC…Nonfarm payroll employment increased by 943,000 in July, and the unemployment rate fell by 0.5 percentage point to 5.4 percent. Notable job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, in local government, education, and in professional and business services. Reflecting the initial impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the labor market, job losses totaled […]
Elk Creek, CA…On the heels of a White House wildfire briefing with Western state governors last week, Governor Gavin Newsom today joined U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Forest Service Fire Chief Randy Moore at the burn scar of the 2020 August Complex to discuss state and federal collaboration on wildfire response, fuels management […]
Washington, DC… On July 4th, lightning struck a tree in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in Alpine County, California, igniting a small fire that smoldered for days in a quarter acre of rugged terrain. According to Sheriff Rick Stephens, California’s fire-fighting agency, CalFire, dispatched a crew to put it out. But they were told to “stand down” […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health reports 80 more cases of COVID-19 since last Tuesday’s update, bringing the total laboratory confirmed case count to 2,038. The current cases include 38 males and 42 females, 11 children under the age of 18 years, 41 aged 18-49, 14 aged 50-64, 14 age 65 and above; […]
Arnold, CA…Blagen Road Repair Project Public Meeting is Saturday, August 14, 2021 – 10:00 am at Independence Hall Community Center, 1445 Blagen Road, Arnold. The Calaveras County Department of Public Works is excited to announce that construction will soon begin on the last of the 2017 Winter Storm Projects, the Blagen Road Repair Project. This […]
San Andreas, CA…On Monday, August 2, 2021, Calaveras Public Health reported a significant increase in COVID-19 cases over the last two weeks. California State officials reported a 14-day average of 73 cases compared to 46 cases from the previous 14-day average. Calaveras Public Health is working to confirm the numbers reported to the state. The […]
Angels Camp, CA…This meeting will be held at Angels Fire House, 1404 Vallecito Road at 5:00 p.m. and will be open to the public with limited seating. CDC recommendations, masks required for unvaccinated and recommended for everyone indoor, members of the public may also participate via teleconference by calling +1 630-634-5291 (pin: 858 431 338#) […]
Vallecito, CA…The Bureau of Reclamation announced that a day-use fee of $8 per vehicle will be charged at Natural Bridges Trailhead, located at New Melones Lake off Parrotts Ferry Road, beginning today. Fees collected will enhance area security, staffing, and facility improvements. The area features a moderately strenuous, .7-mile trail leading to a unique series […]
