Golden Together Unveils Second Policy Paper On Universal Housing Affordability
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/26/2024 04:44 PM
Sacramento, CA... Golden Together, a Movement to Restore the California Dream, led by author and government policy advisor Steve Hilton, unveiled its second policy paper aimed at ending California’s housing shortage and ushering in a new era of housing abundance. "California’s housing crisis is manmade; with the right reforms our state can end the emergency and usher in a new era of housing abundance"
DNA is a Match in Fatal Mountain Lion Attack in El Dorado County
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2024 08:27 AM
Sacramento, CA...The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has confirmed that the mountain lion euthanized in a remote area near Georgetown was the same animal involved in a fatal attack earlier in the day. CDFW’s Wildlife Forensics Laboratory determined today that DNA samples collected from the scene match samples taken from the lion carcass. The male mountain lion weighed approximately 90 pounds and appeared to be in healthy condition.
Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/25/2024 08:44 PM
Washington, DC...All right. Good afternoon, everyone. Just have a couple things at the top before we get going. President Biden — today, he called Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland to recognize his years of service as a leader of Ireland and of the good relationship they have developed.
Justice Department Launches the National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/23/2024 10:01 AM
Washington, DC.....The Justice Department launched the National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center (the Center) which will provide training and technical assistance to law enforcement officials, prosecutors, attorneys, judges, clinicians, victim service and social service providers, community organizations, and behavioral health professionals responsible for implementing laws designed to keep guns out of the hands of people who pose a threat to themselves or others.
Calaveras County March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election Results Now Certified
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/22/2024 02:55 PM
San Andreas, CA...The election is now certified. The final results have been posted on the Calaveras County Elections webpage. You can view by searching Calaveras County Elections and then clicking on the Election Results icon.
Justice Department Sues Apple for Monopolizing Smartphone Markets
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/21/2024 09:58 AM
Washington, DC...Apple’s Broad-Based, Exclusionary Conduct Makes It Harder for Americans to Switch Smartphones, Undermines Innovation for Apps, Products, and Services, and Imposes Extraordinary Costs on Developers, Businesses, and Consumers. The Justice Department, joined by 16 other state and district attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple for monopolization or attempted monopolization of smartphone markets in violation of Section 2 of the Sherman Act.
California Leaders Reach Agreement to Address Budget Gap
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/21/2024 10:15 AM
Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire, and Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas issued the following statements on agreeing to budget solutions worth $12 to $18 billion to address the shortfall:
President Biden Announces a Preliminary Agreement with Intel for a Major CHIPS & Science Act Award
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/21/2024 10:30 AM
Chandler, AZ...Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) By the way, your dad is right about unions. (Laughter.) Your dad is right: Unions built the middle class. Wall Street didn’t. Unions built the middle class. (Applause.) So, thanks, Tilden, for that introduction and — a union sheet metal worker, a proud member of the Navajo Nation. You’re going to be building the future here in Arizona, and Arizona is building the future.
Public Forum on AT&T California to Withdraw its Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Designation and for Relief from its Carrier of Last Resort Obligation
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/19/2024 09:16 AM
San Francisco, CA...AT&T is requesting: Approval to be relieved of its Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) obligations in certain areas of California. If approved, AT&T would no longer be required to offer landline telephone service where it is currently required to offer Basic Service in those areas. Basic Service includes nine service elements such as Lifeline rates for eligible customers, free access to 9-1-1, Telephone Relay Service, and directory and operator services.
San Andreas, CA...Meet sweet Rosie, a female Belgian Malinois mix, estimated to be about 5 months old and weighing 35 pounds. A puppy. Rosie was found with her sister Lily and both were in sad shape. After several vet visits, special meds and baths, and lots of love from shelter volunteers, they are ready to find their homes. Rosie is more needy but will relax after a cuddle session. They are well socialized and playful.
