Distinguished American Statesman, 60th US Secretary of State George P. Shultz, Dies at 100

Distinguished American Statesman, 60th US Secretary of State George P. Shultz, Dies at 100

Stanford, CA…One of the most consequential policymakers of all time, having served three American presidents, George P. Shultz died Feb. 6 at age 100. Remembered as one of the most influential secretaries of state in our history, Shultz was a key player, alongside President Ronald Reagan, in changing the direction of history by using the tools […]

Majority of GOP State Legislators Rally Behind Faulconer for Governor

Majority of GOP State Legislators Rally Behind Faulconer for Governor

San Diego, CA – Days after launching his campaign for governor and announcing over $1 million raised, former two-term San Diego mayor Kevin Faulconer announced endorsements from the majority of Republicans in the California State Assembly and Senate. Headlined by the Republican leaders in each chamber, the endorsements come as former mayor Faulconer’s campaign for […]

Governor Newsom Declares State of Emergency in Monterey and San Luis Obispo Counties Due to Winter Storms

Governor Newsom Declares State of Emergency in Monterey and San Luis Obispo Counties Due to Winter Storms

Sacramento, CA… Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for the counties of Monterey and San Luis Obispo due to winter storms this week that have threatened to cause mud and debris flows, forced the evacuation of thousands of residents and damaged critical infrastructure, including washing out a portion of Highway 1. The emergency […]

Governor Newsom Swears in Dr. Shirley Weber as California Secretary of State

Governor Newsom Swears in Dr. Shirley Weber as California Secretary of State

Sacramento, CA… Governor Gavin Newsom today swore in San Diego Assemblymember and Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus Dr. Shirley N. Weber as California Secretary of State. Dr. Weber is the first-ever African American to serve as Secretary of State in California history. “On the eve of Black History Month, California once again makes […]

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Extend Eviction Moratorium and Assist Tenants and Small Property Owners Impacted by COVID-19

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Extend Eviction Moratorium and Assist Tenants and Small Property Owners Impacted by COVID-19

Sacramento, CA… Last Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation to extend the state’s landmark eviction moratorium through June 30, 2021, protecting millions of Californians struggling as a result of the economic hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. With the passage of SB 91, California leads all states by enacting the strongest renter protections in […]

Section of Hwy 1 South of Big Sur Washes Away

Section of Hwy 1 South of Big Sur Washes Away

Big Sur, CA…Highway 1 south of Big Sur near Big Creek Bridge at Mile Marker 30 remains CLOSED until further notice due to washout of the roadway after heavy rains and winds pelted the coast. Our crews and contractor have secured the area with damage assessment underway. The town of Big Sur is OPEN and […]

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of Executive Orders Strengthening Americans’ Access to Quality, Affordable Healthcare

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of Executive Orders Strengthening Americans’ Access to Quality, Affordable Healthcare

Washington, D.C…. Joe Biden signs orders for strengthening Medicaid and The Affordable Care Act, as well as an order to protect Women’s Health. 1:43 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Since we are socially distanced, I think I can take my mask off to make this very brief announcement. I know that you’ve been briefed by the […]

USFS Cancels Campground Closures on Remaining National Forests in California

USFS Cancels Campground Closures on Remaining National Forests in California

Vallejo, CA… The USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region canceled the remaining developed campground closures on National Forests. Regional Orders 21-1 and 21-3 are linked within. The Pacific Southwest Region’s eighteen National Forests align with the state of California’s zones as follows: Southern – San Bernardino, Los Padres, Cleveland, Angeles, Inyo National Forests Northern – Mendocino, Modoc, Six Rivers, […]