December 31, 2023 at 10 AM: A solo vehicle lost control on a turn on Hwy 12 at Camanche Parkway and overturned.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
December 31, 2023 at 10 AM: A solo vehicle lost control on a turn on Hwy 12 at Camanche Parkway and overturned.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
December 30, 2023 at 12:45 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Meadow Drive at Cypress Point Drive in Blue Lake Springs.
A pickup went down the embankment and someone was apparently lying on the ground and is being exported by helicopter to a hospital.
December 30, 2023 at 9:40 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Cottage Springs this morning.
It is snowing in Bear Valley.
December 29, 2023 at 1:20 PM: A tree trimmer has reportedly backed into a fire hydrant on Hwy 4 at Anrey Court in Murphys.
Calfire and CCWD are responding to the scene.
December 29, 2023 at 11:30 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Nove Way in Valley Springs.
No injuries have been indicated.
December 29, 2023 at 8 AM: Caltrans has no chain requirements for Hwy 4 this morning.
That isn't likely to last through tonite, though, with a storm headed our way.
December 28, 2023 at 10:45 AM: A pickup has reportedly spun out and crashed into a snowbank near Tamarack Lodge on Hwy 4.
CHP is en route to the scene.
December 28, 2023 at 8 AM: Caltrans is requiring chains on Hwy 4 at Tamarack this morning.
Looks like Bear Valley got about an inch of fresh snow last night. Drive carefully.
December 26, 2023 at 9:10 AM: A big rig has jackknifed on Hwy 49 in the Tuttletown area.
CHP is at the scene. They are waiting for a big rig tow.
December 26, 2023 at 9:05 AM: A cow is out on Six Mile Road near Scott Street in Murphys.
Be extra cautious until the owner can be notified and CHP can clear the roadway.
December 26, 2023 at 9 AM: A vehicle is reportedly overturned on Hwy 26 at Lower Dorray Road in Glencoe.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
December 22, 2023 at 8:40 AM: A cow has been reported out on Hwy 49 near Centennial in Angels Camp.
Be extra cautious until CHP can notify the owner and clear the roadway.
December 20, 2023 at 11:25 AM: A collision has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road at Rocky Road in Mountain Ranch.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries. A tow truck is responding.
December 17, 2023 at 11:10 AM: An SUV has reportedly run off Hwy 4 and down the embankment at Telegraph in Copperopolis.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries, but one person has apparently been holding their side.
December 16, 2023 at 4:35 PM: A car has reportedly struck an embankment off Hwy 49 near Don Pedro Reservoir.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
December 16, 2023 at 4 PM: A pickup and an off road vehicle have reportedly collided on Hwy 26 at Jojoba Road in Mokelumne Hill.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
December 16, 2023 at 2:25 PM: Two cows are reportedly on Hwy 4 at Ansil Davis Road in Douglas Flat.
Be extra cautious until the owners can be located and the roadway cleared.
December 16, 2023 at 11:40 AM: A car has reportedly left Hwy 49 and collided with the mountain in Sonora.
No injuries have been indicated, but it is blocking the roadway.
December 16, 2023 at 8:45 AM: A car has rolled over at J59 and Green Springs Road in the Jamestown area.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
December 14, 2023 at 9:30 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Nove Way in Valley Springs.
No injuries have been indicated.
December 14, 2023 at 8:55 AM: A car has reportedly left Copper Cove Drive at Quail Hill Road and gone through a fence.
No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding.
December 10, 2023: The SF 49ers (9-3) are at home in Santa Clara today to play the Seahawks (6-6).
The game is scheduled for 1:25 PM.
December 6, 2023 at 8:15 AM: The radar looks like a pretty good storm is headed our direction later today.
Might even get some snow at 4000'.
December 5, 2023 at 2:15 PM: A collision has been reported and a trailer overturned on Sheep Ranch Road at Gold Mountain Road.
It isn't known if there are injuries.
December 5, 2023 at 1:40 PM: A trailer fire has been reported on Fiddletown Road in Fiddletown.
Calfire has been dispatched to the scene. It is now off the roadway.
Dear Editor:
I can bet you remember when several years ago a big fat man and braggart went to the
On November 30, 2023 around 9 AM the body of Ann Herford was located by deputies on a steep slope north of San Antonio Creek. This is not within the Rim Trail System.
There will be an investigation, but at this time no foul play is considered.
According to CHP on November 29, 2023 around 2:40 PM they were dispatched to a reported collision on Hwy 26 near Shelton Road
The Calaveras County Fair is currently accepting proposals for the 2024 parking services.
For more information visit Frogtown.org.
November 28, 2023 at 10 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 88 and Irishtown Road in front of the fire station.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
November 22, 2023 at 10:50 AM: A vehicle has reportedly struck a pedestrian on Hwy 26 in front of Taco Bell in Valley Springs.
An ambulance is responding. One person is apparently lying in the roadway.
November 21, 2023 at 10:40 AM: The old black cow is back out on Moran Road near Love Creek in Avery.
Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.
November 20, 2023 at 12:00 PM: A grass fire has been reported on Milton Road at Scenic Valley Drive in Jenny Lind.
Several engines have been dispatched to the scene.
November 20, 2023 at 11 AM: A vehicle has reportedly struck a pedestrian on Pixley Avenue in San Andreas.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
On November 17, 2023 at approximately 10:45 PM, CHP reports that a 1989 Toyota drifted from Winton Road
On November 11, 2023, Calaveras deputies were called to a residence on Ponderosa Road in Arnold, regarding a physical fight.
According to the Sheriff, Donovan Shinn,
Sunday November 19, 2023 at 9 AM: Chains are required on Hwy 4 above Cottage Springs.
Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) is closed at Lake Alpine due to snow.
November 16, 2023 at 3 PM: A horse is reportedly out on Hwy 49 near Lombardi Road in Mokelumne Hill.
Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.
November 16, 2023 at 2:20 PM: A fire has been reported on White Gulch Road and Morgan Drive near Groveland.
Several engines are responding to the scene.
According to the Calaveras Sheriff, on November 10, 2023 around 8:30 PM, a traffic stop led to a discovery of drugs and weapons inside the vehicle.
Steven Starky of Manteca was booked into the Calaveras County jail on multiple alleged charges, including possession of controlled substances for sale and illegal possession of a firearm.
If you've seen her please contact the Sheriff at 754.6500.
November 16, 2023 at 8 AM: A car reportedly struck a pole on Hwy 26 at Olive Branch Drive in Valley Springs.
A tow truck is responding. It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
November 14, 2023 at 3 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Murphys Grade Road at French Gulch Road in Murphys.
A single car apparently struck a stone wall. It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
Calfire reports that they have recently had to respond to 4 different debris burns that escaped into a wildland fire.
Two on November 11, 2023, were in Tuolumne County, had no proper clearance, and were issued citations. The other two, on November 12, 2023, were in Copperopolis and Rancho Calaveras, also without clearance and oversized piles.
November 10, 2023 at 8:45 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Parrotts Ferry Road at Moaning Cave Road in Vallecito.
Minor injuries are indicated and a 25' cable required to pull vehicle out of the heavy brush.
November 10, 2023 at 8 AM: A big rig reportedly struck a water meter and other pipes at Hwy 26 and Hwy 12 in Toyon area and did not stop.
The water company has been notified. CHP is responding to the scene.
November 9, 2023 at 8:50 AM: A Jeep Liberty is reportedly run off Hwy 49 at Gold Strike Road in San Andreas.
A tow truck is responding due to the Jeep being stuck in a ditch. No injuries have been indicated.
November 8, 2023 at 12:45 PM: A Calaveras Unified bus was reportedly struck in the rear by a crossing arm at Baldwin and McAtee in Rancho Calaveras.
No injuries have been indicated. CHP is en route to the scene.
November 8, 2023 at 11 AM: A black cow has been reported out on Ospital Road at Southworth Road in the Burson area.
Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.
November 8, 2023 at 10:50 AM: A motorcycle has reportedly collided with a car on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.
Minor injuries have been indicated by CHP.
UPDATE: We understand that the bridge has been damaged and will have to be closed for repairs. CHP says injuries are minor.
November 6, 2023 at 9 AM: Hwy 108 is closed east of Strawberry due to snow in the pass.
Best to avoid the area if possible. No travel restrictions have been indicated on Hwy 4 or Hwy 88 at this time.
November 6, 2023 at 8:15 AM: A vehicle collision has been reported on Mountain Ranch Road near Senders Market in Mountain Ranch.
An ambulance is responding to the scene where a woman was apparently seen trying to crawl out of the vehicle.
November 5, 2023 at 1:35 PM: A motorcycle collision has been reported on Old Priest Grade near Groveland.
They apparently struck the guardrail. An ambulance is responding to the scene.
The Calaveras Sheriff easily arrested 4 men in Mountain Ranch during a
November 5, 2023 at 10 AM: A solo vehicle collision has been reported at Hwy 26 and Jean Street in Valley Springs.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
According to President and CEO of ACE Hardware John Venhuizen, "a cybersecurity incident has disrupted shipments."
Key operating systems have been interrupted or suspended. ACE stores have been asked not to place any orders today October 30, 2023.
October 27, 2023 at 3:30 PM: A car has reportedly struck and pole and ended up in a ditch off Escalon Bellota Road at Skiff Road in Farmington.
CHP is en route to the scene. An ambulance is responding.
October 26, 2023 at 1:30 PM: A motorcycle and a pickup have reportedly collided on Rattlesnake Gulch Road and Lower Quail Mine Road in Columbia.
Major injuries have been indicated. An ambulance is responding to the scene.
October 26, 2023 at 9:45 AM: A multiple rollover has been reported on Hwy 88 at Blue Sky Drive in Amador County.
Need help removing driver from vehicle. CHP is at the scene. An ambulance is responding.
October 26, 2023: It snowed 2" last night in Bear Valley. 1st snow of the season.
The ski bunnies are excited.
According to the Calaveras Sheriff, on October 16, 2023 at around 1 PM a probation compliance
October 25, 2023 at 2:10 PM: A spinout has been reported on Hwy 12 at Toll House Road in San Andreas.
Apparently one car is involved. A tow truck is responding.
October 23, 2023 at 8:50 AM: A bus reportedly struck a parked tow truck on Hwy 49 in Sonora.
No injuries were indicated.
October 23, 2023 at 8:05 AM: Goats--reportedly, lots of Goats, are out on Hwy 26 at Silver Rapids Road in Rancho Calaveras.
Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner and clear the roadway.
On Reddit the discussion of where gods came from has been discussed. From the mythological gods to the jesus god of christianity, questions arise.
Think about it! "Gods didn't create man; man created gods!" Man's continual need to find some way to explain our being and our massive universe?
October 22, 2023 at 10:25 AM: A Chevy pickup has reportedly left Obyrnes Ferry Road, gone through a fence and into a ditch in Copperopolis.
No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is dispatched.
October 22, 2023 at 10 AM: Two pigs are reportedly out on Antonovich Road in Rancho Calaveras.
Be extra cautious until CHP can locate the owner.
The Niners are 5-1 and the Vikings are 2-4. Go Niners!
October 21, 2023 at 4:10 PM: A pickup has reportedly left Mountain Ranch Road and struck the hillside at Windmill Circle in San Andreas.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
On October 10, 2023 item 12 on the Consent Agenda of the Calaveras Supervisors was to approve an additional
October 21, 2023 at 8:30 AM: That song is very true this morning, as the control burn at Big Trees State Park smokes out Arnold.
In order to destroy the food supply and habitat of our forest creatures, they BURN, BURN, BURN! We don't believe it does anything to prevent fires.
Today, October 20, 2023 the House of Representatives again voted to elect a Republican Speaker of the House. Twenty- five voted against Jordan; three more than yesterday.
We are told that Speaker Pelosi never brought anything to the floor for a vote until she knew she had the votes to pass. Will Jordan demand yet another vote?
October 19, 2023 at 1:10 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 in front of the Sierra Trading Post in San Andreas.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
October 19, 2023 at 10:15 AM: A small black cow has been reported on Six Mile Road in the Murphys area.
Be extra cautious until the owner can be located and the roadway cleared.
On January 20, 2024 the CAMS will present their annual awards show to be held at the Murphys
October 9, 2023 at 8:20 AM: A bus has reportedly collided with a cement pole at the Tuttletown gas station on Hwy 49 in Tuttletown.
No injuries have been indicated. Two CHP units are at the scene.
On Sunday October 8, 2023 the 49ers didn't win their game against the Cowboys. They HUMILIATED the Dallas team.
The final score was 42-10 with the 2nd string of the 49ers finishing the game.
On the Calaveras Supervisors October 10, 2023 agenda is an item increasing the amount paid to
The game is the 5 o'clock game, Sunday night football.
October 8, 2023 at 9:50 AM: Due to Covid concerns the show planned for today at Murphys Creek Theater has been cancelled.
Refunds or replacement tickets will be available.
October 8, 2023 at 9:40 AM: An injured Husky has been reported on Hwy 26 near Main Street in West Point.
Apparently the dog has a chain around its neck. This is near the fire department. CHP has been dispatched to the area.
October 7, 2023 at 4:25 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 12 at Double Springs Road.
It isn't known if there are injuries.
The lawsuit against Calaveras County filed by Andrew Greer is now costing
On October 2, 2023 around 2 PM the Calaveras Sheriff and Probation departments did a
October 5, 2023 at 12:35 PM: A grass fire has been reported on Blue Bell Road in Sonora.
Fire personnel are responding to the scene.
October 3, 2023 at 3:55 PM: A motorcycle collision has been reported on Hwy 108 at Chicken Ranch Road in Sonora.
An ambulance is responding to the scene. A tow truck has been dispatched for the motorcycle.
October 3, 2023 at 10AM: A fawn is reportedly been killed on Hwy 49 at Big Bar Road in the Mokelumne Hill area.
Fish and Game says they don't pick up dead deer. SLOW DOWN so you don't kill innocent animals!!
October 1, 2023: The Arizona Cardinals are at Levi Stadium to play the Niners today.
The game is scheduled for 1:25 PM. Go Niners!!
September 28, 2023 at 1:35 PM: A car has left the road a reportedly struck a bank on J59 at Don Pedro.
One person is passed out and there is a dog in the vehicle. An ambulance and tow truck are responding.
September 28, 2023 at 9:15 AM: A head-on collision has been reported near the Copperopolis Elementary School in Copperopolis.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene. The roadway is blocked.
September 27, 2023 at 9:45 AM: A car has reportedly struck a juvenile in front of Wendy's on Mono Way in Sonora.
Emergency personnel are responding to the scene.
September 26, 2023 at 12:50 PM: A traffic collision has been reported in front of the fire department at Mountain Ranch Road and Sheep Ranch Road in Mountain Ranch.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
September 26, 2023 at 12 Noon: A motorcycle collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Taves Road in Pine Grove.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
The Calaveras Sheriff and agent of the California ABC have cited two clerks in the county for selling alcohol to minors.
On September 9, 2023 a minor decoy operation was directed for ten retail licensees in Valley Springs, Mokelumne Hill and San Andreas.
Those clerks fined will be required to pay a minimum of $250 and 24 hours of community service for the first violation, in addition to the business facing a fine, suspension or revocation of their license.
Statistics show the those under the age of 21 will be much more likely to be involved in a crash than older drivers.
September 22, 2023 at 2 PM: A car has reportedly struck a tree on Hwy 4 and Forest Meadows Drive.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
September 22, 2023 at 9:45 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Obyrnes Ferry Road at Pyle Road in Copperopolis.
CHP has not yet arrived at the scene. It isn't known if there are injuries.
Last night, after the Seahawks game on the NFL channel, they played the Niner game in full.
They beat the Giants 30-12. Good game! Now they are 3-0 for the season.
September 20, 2023 at 4 PM: A vehicle has reportedly rolled over on Hwy 4 at Escalon Bellota Road in Farmington.
An ambulance and tow truck are responding to the scene.
This Saturday September 23, 2023 there will be a trash cleanup of local waterways in Calaveras County.
To volunteer go to East Bay Municipal Utility District website.
September 18, 2023 at 8 AM: A car is reportedly on its roof after a rollover on Hwy 120 near Old Priest Grade near the top.
No injuries have been indicated. A tow truck is responding to the scene.
September 17, 2023 at 12:55 PM: A red pickup has reportedly struck a bicyclist on Fairway Drive and Silver Drive in Arnold.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
September 17, 2023 at 10:30 AM: A goat is reportedly out on Dunn Road in Valley Springs.
Be extra cautious if in that area until owner can be located.
September 14, 2023 at 8:30 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 49 at Del Orto Road in Mokelumne Hill.
An ambulance has been dispatched. Injuries are indicated as minor.
September 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM: A pig that escaped and was out in the roadway has been reportedly attacked by 2 dogs that also got out into the road at Crystal Falls and Eel River Drive.
Animal control has been notified. Attempts are being made to corner the animals.
September 13, 2023 at 8:35 AM: A train has reportedly struck a vehicle at Campo Seco Road and Lime Kiln Road in Sonora.
No injuries have been indicated. Four CHP are at the scene.
According to the Calaveras Sheriff, at approximately 12 Noon on August 31, 2023, deputies contacted Joseph Bleak at a residence in the
According to the Calaveras Sheriff on August 24, 2023 around 1:30 AM deputies stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.
The driver was identified
September 8, 2023 at 3 PM: A collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Omo Ranch Road near Cooks Station in Amador County.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
UPDATE: Fire got to be only 1/4 acre before fire crews stopped it. Under control now.
September 8, 2023 at 11:55 AM: A collision has been reported at the trout pond on Wade Avenue at Lake Camanche.
We do not yet know if there are injuries.
September 8, 2023 at 11:45 AM: A vehicle collision has been reported on Hwy 88 at Locke Road in Lockeford.
CHP is enroute to the scene.
September 8, 2023 at 11:40 AM: A car has reportedly struck a pedestrian at Lake Camanche.
Several emergency vehicles are responding to the scene.
In a preseason game on September 4, 2023 the 49ers traveled to Las Vegas to face the Vegas Raiders.
In a total wipeout, the Raiders won 34-7. Next week is regular season vs the Rams.
September 3, 2023 at 12 PM: A collision was reported on Hwy 4 at Forest Road 6N82 in Dorrington.
One person was taken to Sonora Community Hospital with minor injuries. Two tow trucks were dispatched. The roadway is blocked temporarily.
August 28, 2023 at 9 AM: A collision was reported on Hwy 4 and Oak Street in Arnold.
Minor injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding.
According to CHP on August 22, 2023 around 1:30 PM they were dispatched to a collision
August 20, 2023 at 2:15 PM: A person reportedly is threatening to jump off the bridge at New Melones on Parrotts Ferry Road.
Depressed due to a break up, authorities are responding to the scene.
UPDATE at 1:15 PM: We haven't heard anything more on this fire. They must have it under control.
Only 1 point separated the two teams.
According to CHP on August 11, 2023 around 7:10 PM a head-on collision was reported