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Calif. Voter-approved Prop 1 funding awarded to CA communities to create new supportive housing, reducing homelessness
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- California recently announced $75.5 million in voter-approved Proposition 1 funding will create 200 permanent supportive new homes across Oakland, Santa Clara, and Ventura for Californians experiencing or at risk of homelessness and living with behavioral health challenges. Prop 1, which was championed by Governor Newsom and approved by voters in 2023, is transforming California’s mental health systems with a $6.4 billion Behavioral Health Bond for housing, services, and treatment for veterans and people experiencing homelessness.
L.A. Mayor Bass and LAPD Announce Successful Take Down of Burglary Crew Responsible for Nearly 100 Break-Ins in City
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and LAPD Chief McDonnell today announced that LAPD, with partnership from regional law enforcement agencies, led a coordinated operation to successfully take down a burglary crew responsible for nearly 100 break-ins across the city and in the county of Los Angeles over the last two years.
Calif. Gov. Newsom advances Sites Reservoir project, expanding California’s water storage
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom is continuing to prepare the state for the water shortages impacting western states and the upcoming threat of a hotter, drier future. Today, Newsom announced that the state’s Sites Reservoir infrastructure project is advancing forward and has received a nearly $219 million funding increase from the California Water Commission to ensure the project moves forward as quickly as possible.
L.A. releases a bold Blueprint to accelerate 2025 wildfire recovery
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday applauded Los Angeles County leadership for releasing a detailed infrastructure plan to rebuild communities impacted by the devastating January fires. On august 4, Los Angeles County unveiled LA County Forward Blueprint for Rebuilding, a comprehensive roadmap focused on unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
City of Paramount CA Launches Immigration Humanitarian Services Program to Support Local Families
PARAMOUNT, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- In a move to provide support for immigrant families experiencing sudden hardships, the Paramount City Council has established a new Immigration Humanitarian Services Program, reallocating $60,000 in City funds to launch the $100,000 initiative. The City Council unanimously approved the funding during its June 24 meeting, reflecting a proactive and compassionate approach to supporting some of the community’s most vulnerable residents.
The Cudahy CA City Council Adopts Series of Pro-Immigrant Resolutions
During its regular meeting on July 15, 2025, the Cudahy City Council unanimously adopted several key resolutions affirming the City’s commitment to supporting immigrant communities and protecting due process rights. “Red Cards,” providing basic “Know Your Rights” information, are available at City Hall in both English and Spanish.
Calif. Senator Alex Padilla Warns Against Trump’s Unprecedented Overreach in L.A., Condemns Abuse of Immigrants
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) joined a spotlight forum entitled “Cruel and Unamerican: The Abuse of Immigrants to Attack...
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CALIFORNIA BUSINESS
Aztec Link Vodka Launches to Support SDSU Student-Athletes, Help Fund NIL Opportunities
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Craft & Cause today announced the launch of Aztec Link Vodka, a premium spirit developed in collaboration with Aztec Link to provide support for San Diego State University Student-Athletes. With every bottle sold, $3 will be contributed to Aztec Link, helping fund Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities that benefit SDSU student-athletes.
Energuy and Finturf Launch Incentive Program for Contractors, for Every Financed Project Using Energuy Services
GLENDALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Finturf, a leading provider of point-of-sale financing solutions, and Energuy, the #1 contractor solution for permits and rebates, have partnered to introduce a powerful new incentive program aimed at supporting contractor success and promoting energy-efficient home improvements.
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The Mortgage Collaborative hosting Mortgage Tech Day at Fall 2025 ‘Cheers’ conference in Boston
SAN DIEGO, Calif. and BOSTON /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, announced today that its Mortgage Tech Day will take place September 14 at the historic Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston as part of its Fall conference, "CHEERS! Where Everyone Knows Your Name."
GPT AI Corporation, Inc. Launches EdGPT AI Platform for Educational Institutions
BUENA PARK, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Educational institutions from preschools to universities adopt AI-powered communication platform that eliminates traditional website barriers, GPT AI Corporation, Inc. today announced the launch of EdGPT.ai, an advanced conversational AI platform specifically designed for educational institutions, while declaring that "websites are a thing of the past" based on comprehensive research showing widespread website accessibility failures.
Life Plan Humboldt in Calif. Unveils Humboldt Commons, a National Model for Community-based Aging
MCKINLEYVILLE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Life Plan Humboldt (LPH), the nonprofit organization creating Humboldt County's first resident-driven senior living community, proudly announces the name of its first community: Humboldt Commons. The name was selected from more than 300 submissions gathered through a community-wide naming campaign that invited the entire Humboldt community to participate.
Gates & Garage Door Express Inc Launches Smart Access Control Upgrades for Los Angeles County
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Gates & Garage Door Express Inc. has launched a new access-control upgrade service across Los Angeles, offering homeowners and business owners modern electric gate systems, keyless garage entry and smart-home integration solutions. The company says the initiative will help clients secure their properties while making access more convenient for deliveries, guests and employees.
California Parents, Guardians, and Teachers: Opt-In for School Pesticide Notifications during 2025 School Year
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California Safe Schools, a nonprofit dedicated to children's environmental health and safety, reminds parents, guardians, teachers and school staff at all California K-12 public schools and child care centers to file the Right to Know Pesticide Use Notification form at the start of the school year. This form is mandated under California legislation, The Healthy Schools Act.
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Life Plan Humboldt in Calif. Unveils Humboldt Commons, a National Model for Community-based Aging
MCKINLEYVILLE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Life Plan Humboldt (LPH), the nonprofit organization creating Humboldt County's first resident-driven senior living community, proudly announces the name of its first community: Humboldt Commons. The name was selected from more than 300 submissions gathered through a community-wide naming campaign that invited the entire Humboldt community to participate.
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