S.F. Mayor Lee Appoints Rodrigo Santos to City College Board of Trustees
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee on Tuesday appointed Rodrigo Santos to the City College Board of Trustees, filling the vacancy left by the passing of Milton Marks III.
Edgewood Partners Insurance Center adds Sarah Ledbetter in Fresno office
FRESNO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Sarah Ledbetter as a property and casualty insurance account manager in its Fresno office. Ledbetter brings extensive experience in customer service and the management of commercial insurance and risk management programs to EPIC.
Author and Remodeling Expert Dan Fritschen shares 7 Questions Homeowners Should Ask Before Starting Construction
SUNNYVALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- 'Remodeling isn't for everyone, and many times it could be a downright bad decision,' says author and expert Dan Fritschen, founder of Remodelormove.com. 'It's well worth your time to pause and consider what your proposed project entails, and whether the it's worth the time, energy, and money you'll end up pouring into it.'
L.A. Mayor Villaraigosa Announces Plans to Develop New Online Resource for L.A. Apparel Industry
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Los Angeles Mayor Villaraigosa announced the development of an online resource for the Los Angeles apparel...
Calif. Governor Brown Cuts Red Tape to Strengthen State's Response to Wildfires
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As wildfires threaten communities across the state, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today secured approval from U.S. Secretary of...
Ventura County Credit Union Implements LendingQB's SaaS Loan Origination System
COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- LendingQB, a provider of seamless mortgage lending technology, announced that California-based Ventura County Credit Union (VCCU) has successfully implemented its end-to-end browser-based loan origination system (LOS). VCCU is using LendingQB's LOS platform to effectively manage growth, ensure excellence in member service and cut originations costs.
California State Assembly Approves Padilla's 'Student-Athlete Bill of Rights'- Senate Bill 1525
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, the California State Assembly approved Senate Bill 1525 on a vote of 51 – 25. Authored by...
Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for Aug. 20, 2012 to the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments: First, Leah Brew, 45, of Brea, has been appointed...
O.C. Great Park 2012 Flights and Sounds Summer Festival Showcases Made in America Weekend Aug. 23-25 in Irvine
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Orange County Great Park’s 2012 Flights & Sounds Summer Festival delivers three evenings of musical Americana with a...
LendingQB selected as Finalist for Mortgage Technology Release of the Year Award, for Loan Origination System SaaS
COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- LendingQB, a provider of seamless Web-based mortgage lending technology, has been selected by SourceMedia's Mortgage Technology magazine as a finalist for its 'Release of the Year' award. LendingQB's innovative engineering of its SaaS end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) - and what it has accomplished for lenders - resulted in the company being named one of the three finalists for the award.
Edgewood Partners Insurance Center adds Benefits Consultant Kate Crouch in Folsom, Calif.
FOLSOM, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kate Crouch as an employee benefits consultant in its Folsom office. Crouch brings 18 years of experience in group health and welfare benefits as well as insurance negotiations to EPIC's growing benefits consulting team.
The Pacific Pinball Museum announces recent delivery of the Visible Pinball Mark III to the Exploratorium of San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Pacific Pinball Museum (PPM) proudly announces the recent purchase and delivery of the Visible Pinball Mark III to the Exploratorium of San Francisco. The Exploratorium's acquisition marks the first such exhibit to sell from PPM's unparalleled collection of pinball-related science, art and history exhibits.
Alegria Farm in Laguna Canyon is Orange County's First Hydroponic Vertical Farm – employs Verti-Gro Systems
LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Local entrepreneur Erik Cutter has bought the farm - literally. EnviroIngenuity today announced the phase one completion of Alegria Farm, Orange County's first hydroponic vertical farm. Engaged in the promotion of sustainable technologies, EnviroIngenuity has brought a new farming system to the west coast.
Romney Campaign Expands Latino Focus: Names Josh Valdez, DBA, Chairman of Campaign's Health Care Insurance Industry Group
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Latino Consultants, LLC today announced that Josh Valdez, DBA, the former Regional Director for the Federal Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), has been named the Chair of Health Care Insurance Industry Group by the Romney for President campaign.
Josh Valdez Championship Boxing Set to Revolutionize the Boxing Industry
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Josh Valdez Championship Boxing, a business enterprise led by health business executive Josh Valdez and superstar trainer and former IBF Lightweight champion Roberto Garcia, has launched in order to stabilize fighter futures in and out of the ring.
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Legislative Update with Bills Signed into Law
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has signed the following bills: First, AB 391 by Assemblymember...
Quality Content Publisher, Neotrope, Re-launches freeNewsArticles.com with Resources for Deadline-focused Print, Broadcast and Web Media Outlets
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neotrope(R), a U.S.-based entertainment publishing company, today announced the re-launch of freeNewsArticles(TM), a quality content resource providing hundreds of current, ready-to-use free news articles in a wide variety of popular topics including business, entertainment and technology. After filling out a simple license agreement, editors may freely use the content in print, online, or on-air.
SB Workforce Investment Board prepared to help California businesses and job seekers through economic recovery
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board (WIB) surveyed 2,220 local businesses regarding growth, employment trends and quality of workforce for the region and industry sector. The top three industries in the County - healthcare, transportation and logistics and manufacturing - indicate hiring and business growth is expected.
Edgewood Partners Insurance Center adds Joe Costamagna as a Principal in Petaluma, Calif.
PETALUMA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Joe Costamagna as a principal in their Petaluma office. Costamagna brings 10 years of experience in insurance and risk management, working with a wide range of businesses and specializing in the construction industry.
Calif. Gov. Brown Launches 'Climate Change: Just The Facts' to Refute Global Warming Deniers
STATELINE, Nev. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. used the occasion of the annual Tahoe Summit to launch a...
Assemblyman Mike Gatto Bill to Allow Calif. Motorists to Show Proof of Auto Insurance on iPhone heads to Gov.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Assemblyman Mike Gatto’s (D-Los Angeles) Assembly Bill 1708, a measure which would give California drivers the option to present...
Assemblyman Mike Gatto's California Stadium Violence Prevention Bill Heads to Gov. Brown – AB 2464
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Assembly Bill 2464, the Improving Personal Safety at Stadiums Act, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Los Angeles), passed...
The future of the Armenians lies in their unity, says Grigor Manoyan, founder of Virtual Hayastan online portal
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- When the idea of creating Virtual Hayastan (VirtualHayastan.com) was born to Grigor Manoyan, he immediately started working on creating something extraordinary for the Armenians all over the world.
Calif. Bill SB 1160 to Protect Public's First Amendment Rights and Ensure Access to 911 Services Headed to Gov. Brown
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The California State Senate today approved SB 1160 with overwhelming bipartisan support, on a vote of 34 to...
O.C. Great Park 2012 Flights & Sounds Summer Festival to Feature a Brits and Celts Weekend
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- It’s a Brits and Celts weekend August 17 and 18 when the Great Park’s Flights & Sounds Summer...
Palm Springs Villas II added to Professional Community Management of California property management portfolio
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) announced they are managing Palm Springs Villas II Homeowners Association. The community of 476 condominiums offers six large pools, eight spas, tennis courts and a practice putting green.
Remo Software has announced the launch of Remo Repair AVI
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Remo Software has announced the launch of Remo Repair AVI, a newly designed tool for repairing unplayable avi, xvid and divx file formats. This launch comes as another major breakthrough for the company, which has established its credentials as a trusted and reliable software company.
San Francisco Mayor Lee's Statement on Sikh Temple Shooting in Wisconsin
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- “San Francisco grieves with those affected by the Sikh Temple shooting in Wisconsin. Now, more than ever, we...
S.F. Mayor Lee Signs San Francisco Transit Center District Plan
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mayor Edwin M. Lee today signed the San Francisco Transit Center District Plan after the Board of Supervisors...
Bill to Protect Public's 1st Amendment Rights and Ensure Access to 911 Services Passed by California State Assembly
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The California State Assembly today approved SB 1160 with overwhelming bipartisan support, on a vote of 69 to 0....
LendingQB Announces SaaS Solution for Ginnie Mae Issuers that Utilize its PriceMyLoan AUS
COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- LendingQB, a provider is seamless mortgage lending technology, announced today that its PriceMyLoan automated underwriting systems (AUS) interface with the Federal Housing Administration's (FHA) TOTAL Scorecard platform can be utilized to decision and sell loans direct to Ginnie Mae.
Silicon Valley Cabdriver Helps Cabbies Get Connected Nationwide with Social Network for Cab Drivers
SAN JOSE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, cabdriver Yohannes Taye announced the formation of For Cabdrivers(TM) a website dedicated to getting cabdrivers connected from coast-to-coast. According to Taye, the site will act as a central location and gathering place for all information and ideas out there in "cab land" - a website for cabdrivers by cabdrivers.
Padilla's California 'Student-Athlete Bill of Rights' Clears Important Hurdle – Requires Universities to Help Injured Student-Athletes
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Assembly Appropriations Committee today approved Senate Bill 1525 authored by California State Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima). The legislation...
Calif. Gov. Brown announces appointments to California County Superior Courts
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Tuesday, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of various individuals to California Country Superior Court positions....
Edgewood Partners Insurance Center adds Ryan Yoo, Senior VP, and Ricky Choi, VP, in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the additions of Ryan Yoo and Ricky Choi in EPIC's Los Angeles office. Yoo and Choi are focused on growing EPIC's presence in the Korean business community and bring a combined 40 years of industry experience to this division.
The Nature Conservancy announces its Top 10 Uniquely California Rivers – Where to Cool off Stream-side This Summer
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Nature Conservancy released today their top ten Uniquely California Rivers list – those that have the highest...
Lost Spirits Distillery, a New California Malt Whiskey Distillery Launches with Leviathan I, a 110 ppm Peat Monster
MONTEREY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Lost Spirits Distillery - a tiny California distillery manned by just its two founders - announces the unveiling of their dedicated single malt distillery. The project, which has been under wraps for some years, is an American mom and pop distillery unlike any other. And their first release - Leviathan I - is peated to a staggering 110ppm. Attaining phenol levels only accomplished by two distilleries in the past.
Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for August 3, 2012
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Friday announced the following appointments: First, Judith Freyman, 62, of Rocklin, has been...
Calif. Governor Brown: Use Money to Keep California's Parks Open
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Friday, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. pledged to work with the California State Legislature to direct millions of...
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Statement on Wisconsin Shooting
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement following the tragic shooting at a Sikh temple...
O.C. 2012 Flights and Sounds Summer Festival to Present World Beat Weekend Aug 9 – 11 plus Bollywood Dance Party
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Come to World Beat Weekend at the Orange County Great Park's Flights & Sounds Summer Festival for a musical...
Kevin Toney California Concerts include a reunion of '70s Soul-Jazz Pioneers The Blackbyrds
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Keyboard wizard Kevin Toney is about to kick the temperature up in August several more degrees with a series of exciting 'California Concerts.' With the July 24 release of his classical jazz concept album 'New American Suite' by his new trio, The Kevin Toney 3, the acclaimed pianist will be showcased at The Ultimate Jazz Festival in Ontario, Calif. on August 5, followed at the end of the month by the official CD launch party/concert at Vitello's in Studio City.
Hoag Hospital Foundation 552 Club announces Allen Diabetes Center's Herbert Family Program makes generous donation to 2012 Movie Screening
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Hoag Hospital Foundation 552 Club announced today that The Allen Diabetes Center's Herbert Family Program made a generous donation to the 2012 Movie Screening. The Herbert Family's gift will allow young adults with Type 1 Diabetes the opportunity to attend this special evening as VIPs on Wednesday, August 8, 2012.
Bagatelle, Pachinko, and Peggle Exhibition Comes to San Francisco with Early Pins-in-a-Board Games on Display
ALAMEDA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Pacific Pinball Museum (PPM) proudly announces the opening of "Bagatelle, Pachinko, and Peggle," an exhibition of early pins-in-a-board games, and the digital extension of these games, Peggle.
Author D.L. Carroll's Children's Book 'Sir Licksalot & The Island Fools' Wins Gold Award
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Just released children's chapter book, "Sir Licksalot & The Island Fools" (ISBN: 978-1462680924), makes a summer debut and wins the Gold! According to Author D.L. Carroll, "This is the second book in the Sir Licksalot series. 'Sir Licksalot & The Island Fools,' submitted to Family Review Center for a review, resulted in inclusion to their awards program. I was pleasantly surprised and honored to receive their prestigious 2012 Gold Award."
MCT Trading Inc. Named One of the 2012 'Best Places to Work in San Diego'
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced that is has been named as one of the 2012 Best Places to Work in San Diego, California by the San Diego Business Journal (SDBJ).
Quandis, Inc. announces Release of SCRA Plug-In Tool, Adding to its Military Search Offering
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of default management technology solutions, announced today that it released a plug-in tool that allows default servicing law firms to adhere to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). The plug-in was designed specifically for law firms that do not have the necessary IT resources to configure Quandis' military search platform to interface with their internal legal applications.
Calif. Governor Brown Signs Compact with Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Brown and the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians have agreed to an amended tribal-state gaming compact between...
Calif. Governor Brown Announces Appointments for July 27, 2012
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Friday announced the following appointments: First, Carole Goldsmith, 47, of Fresno, has been appointed...
Orange County 2012 Flights & Sounds Summer Festival Begins August 2 with a Latin Music Weekend
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Orange County Great Park, in association with Irvine Barclay Theatre, launches the fifth annual Flights &...
