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Calif. Gov. Newsom announces major expansion for 2026 of CalAssist mortgage relief program

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE - NEWS/ -- Today, as part of the state’s work to directly address the needs of LA firestorm survivors, Calif. Governor Newsom announced the expansion of mortgage relief for survivors of qualified disasters, including the 2025 Los Angeles firestorms. The expansion makes available up to a full year of mortgage assistance up to $100,000 that does not need to be repaid. The expansion also allows more families to access this assistance with broader income eligibility.
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Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for 2.11.26 including to California Air Resources Board

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE - NEWS/ -- On Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Paula Stigler Granados, of San Diego, has been appointed to the California Air Resources Board. Stigler Granados has been an Associate Professor and Division Head of Environmental Health at San Diego State University’s School of Public Health since 2021.
Mayor Bass Join Entertainment Industry Leaders to Launch New Film Studio Campus in LA’s Arts District

LA Mayor Bass Join Entertainment Industry Leaders to Launch New Film Studio Campus in LA Arts District

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE -- NEWS/ -- ON Wednesday, Mayor Bass joined leaders from the entertainment industry to celebrate the opening of East End Studios’ new Mission Campus in LA’s Arts District. The opening of this state-of-the-art studio campus builds upon Mayor Bass’ efforts to make City Hall a dedicated partner to LA’s legacy industry, helping boost production in the city and spur the creation of new good-paying union jobs across Los Angeles.
Culver City Council Awards Performing Arts Grants

Culver City Council Awards Performing Arts Grants to 26 Orgs for Events in 2026

CULVER CITY, Calif. /California Newswire -- NEWS/ -- The Culver City City Council today announced that it has awarded 26 organizations $200,518 for the 2026 Performing Arts Grant Program for presentations of music, theater and dance events. The Cultural Affairs Commission and staff have implemented Culver City’s Performing Arts Grant Program since its inception in 1994.
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Culver City announces new 2026 Mayor and City Manager at Milestone Event

CULVBER CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week, Culver City marked aa historic moment as the City Council selected new leadership in front of a large crowd within the Mike Balkman Council Chambers. Council Member Freddy Puza was unanimously voted to become Culver City's Mayor for 2026, becoming the first openly LGBTQ+ Mayor in Culver City’s 108-year history. Mayor Puza was first elected in 2022 as a City Council Member. He will serve as Mayor for a 12-month term.
Coal-Free L.A.: Mayor Bass Announces Full Divestment From Coal In City Power Supply

L.A. Mayor Bass Announces Full Divestment From Coal In City Power Supply, Accelerating Transition to 100% Clean Energy

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass announced an historic milestone in the City’s accelerated transition to 100 percent clean energy by 2035: the full divestment from coal in Los Angeles’ power supply. This achievement marks a pivotal step in the City’s decades-long commitment to environmental sustainability and climate leadership.
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L.A. Mayor Bass to Host Justice Fair 2025, Connecting Angelenos with Jobs, Education, Opportunities

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- L.A. Mayor Bass is inviting Angelenos impacted by the justice system to the Justice Fair 2025: Gifts That Keep Giving” on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the LA Expo Center. Hosted by her Office of Community Safety, the day-long event will bring together over 80 employers, service providers, and community organizations to connect Angelenos who have previously been incarcerated or involved with the justice system to employment, housing, education, and wellness opportunities that open doors to lasting stability.

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Petco Love Invests $15K in Sacramento SPCA for 2026 to Save and Improve the Lives of Local Pets

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- The Sacramento SPCA received a $15,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in Sacramento. Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier.
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Veteran Screenwriter Jim Agnew Delivers an Unfiltered Guide to Surviving Hollywood, in TO LIVE AND WRITE IN LA

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- In a brutally honest and darkly humorous exploration of the film and television industry, veteran screenwriter Jim Agnew announces the release of "To Live and Write in LA: A Street-Level Guide to Surviving as a Screenwriter" (ISBN: 979-8218906696; published by Independent Global Solutions), brand partner Legacy Launch Pad Publishing announced today.

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Solo Aging Expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber

Solo Aging Expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber to Lead Seminar at Hillcrest LaVerne on Planning for Secure Future

LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, Calif., is hosting nationally recognized solo aging expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, founder of LifeEncore, for an educational seminar focused on preparing solo agers for the future. The free event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and will cover legal and financial strategies for maintaining independence. A solo ager is defined as anyone, single or partnered, who does not have children or is aging alone for any reason.
Secured Signing Reaches a Major Milestone

Secured Signing Reaches Major Milestone for New Year: Now SOC 2 Type 2 Compliant

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- Secured Signing, a leader in Digital Signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, is proud to announce that it has officially achieved SOC 2® Type 2 compliance. This isn't just another certificate on the wall. Following a grueling, comprehensive audit by the experts at Sensiba LLP, this achievement serves as a formal, third-party validation of our unwavering commitment to protecting your most sensitive information.
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The Staging Collective notes challenges that virtual staging creates for consumers in purchasing homes every day

NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire -NEWS/ -- The Staging Collective, a growing organization of more than 45 leading staging companies in North America, sees the challenges that virtual staging creates for consumers in purchasing homes every day. Though there is growing investment in virtual and AI design tools, particularly at Zillow, this group of business owners know that virtually staged homes take longer to sell than homes being traditionally staged after lingering on the market virtually staged.
Hillcrest Gallery Showcases Ganesha High School Student Art

Hillcrest Gallery in La Verne Showcases Ganesha High School Student Art Honoring Black History Month

LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire -NEWS/ -- The Gallery at Hillcrest will host an on-site showcase of advanced art by Ganesha High School students in grades 10 through 12, opening February 20 in celebration of Black History Month. Hillcrest is a nonprofit senior community that supports local artists through its on-campus gallery.
Mortgage Collaborative and Mortgage Bankers Association announce partnership

The Mortgage Collaborative and MBA announce partnership agreement

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the national association representing the real estate finance industry, announced today that they have entered into a strategic partnership to expand advocacy, education and engagement opportunities for their members.

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