Local News
The 4th of July Annual Independence Day Parade is this weekend and it will impact Highway 4 in Calaveras County.
Good News From CAL FIRE On The Owl Fire
CAL FIRE reports that as of this afternoon the blaze that ignited off Highway 108 is contained.
Update: Power Outage In San Andreas
The electricity is back on for more than 200 customers along Pool Station Road in Calaveras County.
Busy Travel Period Begins Today Ahead Of Holiday Weekend
AAA projects later today, Friday, and Sunday will be the most congested on roadways surrounding the Independence Day holiday.
Fourth of July And USA’s 250th Celebration Events
There are many events planned for the Fourth of July weekend.
Planned Burning Near CAL Fire Headquarters In San Andreas
CAL Fire will be doing prescribed burning today (June 2) near its Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit headquarters in San Andreas.
Calaveras Sheriff’s Boats Out In Force Over 4th of July Weekend
They are enacting the Operation Dry Water campaign for the Fourth of July weekend and giving water safety reminders.
Lime Kiln Road Homicide Suspect Officially Charged With Murder
Suspect, Timothy Boling, was arraigned in court today in Sonora.
Update: Structure Fire In Columbia
Air and ground resources have knocked down a structure fire in the Rambling Hills Estates.
Mother Lode Fair Prepares To Celebrate ‘Heritage, Honor and Hometown Fun’
Preparations are well underway ahead of the Mother Lode Fair running this Thursday through Sunday, July 2-5.
More Containment Gained On Owl Fire
CAL Fire reports this morning that the Owl Fire off Highway 108 is holding at 120 acres and is 65% contained.
Entrance Into Yosemite Is Free This Weekend In Recognition Of USA’s 250th Birthday
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all National Parks, including Yosemite, this Friday through Sunday (July 3-5).
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State News
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US News
Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship
LONDON (AP) — Michael Scurr has been volunteering at Britain’s National Archives for the last 11 years, spending his Thursday…
A grand jury indicts Louisiana’s attorney general in a fight over changes to the local courts
Louisiana’s attorney general was indicted Thursday over accusations she threatened the jobs of New Orleans leaders who fought a Republican-led…
‘Right under our noses and nobody was able to help them.’ 16 kids found in squalor shocks Ohio town
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World News
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Captain Sciver-Brunt’s stirring 75 leads England into Women’s T20 World Cup final
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The Dow hits a record as most of Wall Street rises, but slumping AI stocks keep indexes mixed
Most U.S. stocks rose, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average set another record, but more drops for chip stocks and…
Entertainment News
Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ dies at 74
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Video in case against Pooh Shiesty shows him pressing for record label release, prosecutors say
DALLAS (AP) — Prosecutors say a video shows rapper Pooh Shiesty pressing for his release from fellow rapper Gucci Mane’s…
The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026
Clive Davis, the legendary music executive who helped launch the careers of some of the industry’s biggest stars, was among…
Events
Early 4th of July Trains
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park | 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
First Fridays Music
Murphys Community Park | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday Movie Nights
Tuolumne Branch Library | 8:30 pm
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park | 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
First Fridays Music
Murphys Community Park | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday Movie Nights
Tuolumne Branch Library | 8:30 pm
Sonora 2026 Certified Farmers’ Market
Sonora Farmers Market | 7:30 am - 11:30 am
Pancake Breakfast Celebrating the USA's 250th Birthday!
Mi Wuk/Sugar Pine Fire Protection District Fire Station | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Calaveras Parades
HWY 4 Arnold | 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Sonora Farmers Market | 7:30 am - 11:30 am
Pancake Breakfast Celebrating the USA's 250th Birthday!
Mi Wuk/Sugar Pine Fire Protection District Fire Station | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Calaveras Parades
HWY 4 Arnold | 10:00 am - 10:30 am
American Legion Breakfast
Tuolumne Country Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Mother Lode Fair
Mother Lode Fairgrounds | 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuolumne Country Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Mother Lode Fair
Mother Lode Fairgrounds | 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Work Begins On Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic’s New Facility
TCSO Recaps Lime Kiln Road Homicide Arrest
Final Tuolumne County Grand Jury Reports Focus On Public Trust, CDD
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Cause Of Early Morning Explosive Sounds In Sonora Determined
Calling On All California Drivers To ‘Slow Their Roll’ For The 4th
Cedar Street In Tuolumne To Close For Paving
Update: Lengthy Delays In Downtown Sonora
Public’s Help Needed To Keep Kittens Safe
Snuffing Out Tobacco Littering



