Attorney General Bonta Launches New Racial Justice Bureau, Announces Virtual Convening Against Hate Crime with Big City Mayors
Posted by: News_Desk on 05/11/2021 04:15 PM
Oakland, CA... California Attorney General Rob Bonta today launched the Racial Justice Bureau (Bureau) within the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and announced plans for a virtual convening against hate crime with California’s Big City Mayors. Together, the Bureau and virtual convening are a part of the state’s newest efforts to lead the development of strategies to address bias and hate at their roots and to strengthen responses to hate crime in California. The Bureau will initially bring six new attorneys and a supervising deputy attorney general to DOJ's Civil Rights Enforcement Section to help tackle some of California's most pressing racial and social justice issues head on. Given the recent reported rise in hate crimes and incidents against members of the Asian Pacific Islander community in particular, Attorney General Bonta is recommitting DOJ to further engaging with communities across the state to identify pathways for better serving the needs of all those facing hate.
Weather, Fire Behavior and Trends in the Central Sierra
Posted by: News_Desk on 05/11/2021 05:45 PM
West Point, CA... The Amador-Calaveras Consensus Group (ACCG) will be hosting a 45-min virtual presentation followed by discussion with Dr. Janice Coen and colleagues, titled “Weather, Fire Behavior and Trends in the Central Sierra”, on Wednesday, May 19th during the ACCG’s monthly general meeting from 9a-12p.
Critical Fire Weather Conditions Continue Through Tuesday Afternoon!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/10/2021 09:35 AM
Sacramento, CA...Gusty north to east wind, low humidity and unseasonably dry fuels will continue critical fire weather conditions over portions of the Valley, Delta and surrounding foothills below 2000 feet. Strongest winds expected along the west side of the Sacramento Valley, and through favorably oriented gaps and canyons in the surrounding foothills, through early Tuesday. Breezy winds continue through the day Tuesday over the western side of the Valley and the Delta, along with very low afternoon humidity levels. Winds weaken Tuesday night and become onshore for mid to late week, with humidity levels trending up. The Full Warning is below...
Governor Newsom Announces State Tax Rebate & Stimulus
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/10/2021 01:58 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today previewed his $100 billion California Comeback Plan – the biggest economic recovery package in California’s history – including unprecedented investments to address the state’s most persistent challenges, starting with nearly $12 billion in direct cash payments to Californians hit hardest by the pandemic.
Governor Newsom Expands Drought Emergency to 41 Counties Including, Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer & Tuolumne
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/10/2021 05:16 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today significantly expanded his April 21 drought emergency proclamation to include Klamath River, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and Tulare Lake Watershed counties where accelerated action is needed to protect public health, safety and the environment. In total, 41 counties are now under a drought state of emergency, representing 30 percent of the state’s population.
Governor Newsom Announces $5.1 Billion Package for Water Infrastructure & Drought Response as Part of $100 Billion California Comeback Plan
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/10/2021 05:27 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today proposed a $5.1 billion package of immediate drought response and long-term water resilience investments to address immediate, emergency needs, build regional capacity to endure drought and safeguard water supplies for communities, the economy and the environment. The Governor’s proposal comes as part of a week-long tour highlighting the Administration’s comprehensive recovery plan tackling the most persistent challenges facing California.
Washington, DC...Each year on the second Sunday in May, we take time to thank and celebrate mothers across America — those who give us life and believe in us, so we can believe in ourselves. Throughout our history, even as they have nurtured and guided us, mothers have built, shaped, led, and sustained our Nation with selflessness and courage.
Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Team Recap April 22, 2021
Posted by: News_Desk on 05/07/2021 01:05 AM
San Andreas, CA... On April 22nd, 2021, the Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Unit served two unrelated search warrants for illegal marijuana cultivation in Calaveras County.
April Employment Rises by 266,000. Labor Participation Rate Climbs to 61.7%
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/07/2021 09:25 AM
Washington, DC...The latest from the Bureau of Labor Statistics...Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 266,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 6.1 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Notable job gains in leisure and hospitality, other services, and local government education were partially offset by employment declines in temporary help services and in couriers and messengers.
One-Way Traffic Controls May 10 - 12 on Hwy 26 for Bridge Work
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/07/2021 11:56 AM
West Point, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct one-way traffic control while performing bridge work next week on State Route 26. The work is scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Route 26 from Railroad Flat Road to Barney Way beginning Monday, May 10, through Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Motorists should expect 10-minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
