President Biden and G7 Leaders to Announce Steps to Forge a More Fair and Inclusive Global Economy
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/11/2021 11:57 AM
Washington, DC...From the White House..."Today, President Biden will meet with G7 leaders to discuss ways to forge a more fair, sustainable, and inclusive global economy that meets the unique challenges of our time. President Biden and G7 partners are committed to a global recovery that benefits the middle class and working families at home and around the world. President Biden and G7 leaders agreed to continue providing policy support to the global economy for as long as necessary to create a strong, balanced, and inclusive economic recovery. In addition, leaders are expected to announce that the G7 is:
Reclamation Continues Increased Flow Releases from New Melones Reservoir
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2021 02:35 PM
Tuttletown, CA...The Bureau of Reclamation is continuing increased flow releases from New Melones Reservoir to assist with Delta salinity and outflow requirements. Additional flow releases began on the lower Stanislaus River on June 10. The increased flow of 1,500 cubic feet per second will occur for an extended duration.
State Epidemiologist Highlights Expanded COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility to Protect Kids 12 and Up
Posted by: News_Desk on 06/10/2021 03:41 PM
Sacramento, CA...California State Epidemiologist Dr. Erica Pan pens column as guest author in Governor’s “On the Record” series, which is translated into multiple languages and published online and in print by ethnic media outlets
Traffic Update....Caltrans to Begin Roundabout on State Route 88 and Liberty Road
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2021 03:51 PM
Clements, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will begin to build a roundabout at a rural intersection in San Joaquin County to enhance the safety of motorists traveling east of Clements near the Camanche Reservoir. Work at the intersection of State Route (SR) 88 and Liberty Road is scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 15 and will continue into fall 2021.
Traffic Advisory One-Way Traffic Controls on State Routes 4 & 26
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2021 06:09 PM
Calaveras County, CA...The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform drainage, guardrail and utility work on State Route (SR) 4 and SR-26 next week. Work is scheduled to be conducted as follows:
President Biden on the COVID-19 Vaccination Program and the Effort to Defeat COVID-19 Globally
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2021 09:37 PM
Cornwall, United Kingdom...Good evening, everyone. First, I want to express our condolences on behalf of Jill and I to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, the entire Royal Family, and the people of the United Kingdom. Today would have been Prince Philip’s 100th birthday, and I know there are a lot of people feeling his absence today.
Cornwall, United Kingdom...Today, the President of the United States and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom reaffirm their commitment to work together to realise our vision for a more peaceful and prosperous future. Our revitalised Atlantic Charter, building on the commitments and aspirations set out eighty years ago, affirms our ongoing commitment to sustaining our enduring values and defending them against new and old challenges. We commit to working closely with all partners who share our democratic values and to countering the efforts of those who seek to undermine our alliances and institutions.
Governor Newsom on Federal Funding Agreement for California High-Speed Rail Project
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2021 10:31 PM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom issued the below statement tonight after the U.S. Department of Transportation and the State of California finalized settlement negotiations to restore nearly a billion dollars in federal grant funding to California’s High-Speed Rail project. The action comes after months of negotiations to restore funding that was previously rescinded by the Trump Administration in 2019.
Sacramento, CA...The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board on June 3 readopted Cal/OSHA’s revised COVID-19 prevention emergency temporary standards. Last year, the Board adopted health and safety standards to protect workers from COVID-19. The standards did not consider vaccinations and required testing, quarantining, masking and more to protect workers from COVID-19.
