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.
Public Forum on Calaveras Telephone Company to Modify Intrastate Revenue Requirement and Rate Design and Adjust Selected Rates
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/18/2024 11:52 AM
Copperopolis, CA...The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) invites customers of Calaveras Telephone Company (Calaveras) to a remote public forum on Calaveras’ rate case. This is an opportunity for customers to voice their opinions and concerns directly to the CPUC on matters affecting their telephone service.
President Biden, President Andrzej Duda, and Prime Minister Donald Tusk of Poland Before Bilateral Meeting
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/13/2024 11:46 PM
Washington, DC...Well, gentlemen, welcome. Great to have you back in Washington, and good seeing you all again. And, Mr. President, Mr. Prime Minister, it’s an honor to welcome you to a historic anniversary. It’s kind of interesting. Twenty-five years ago today, on this very day, Poland joined NATO. And some of you may remember, I was very involved in that happening.
Inflation Not Dead Yet as Prices Rise More Than Expected in February
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/13/2024 11:42 AM
Washington, DC...The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after rising 0.3 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported yesterday. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.2 percent before seasonal adjustment.
