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City of Lomita begins planning the future of former U.S. Navy ballfields park site
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (LOMITA, Calif.) -- The City of Lomita CA announced this week it has begun planning the long-term development of the former U.S. Navy ballfields park site, which has served exclusively as the home for the Lomita Little League for decades. Lomita has commissioned design consultants to work with local stakeholders, including the Lomita Little League, to gather input that will help shape the future recreational use of the Navy Fields.
Calif. AG Rob Bonta Files Lawsuit Against Trump Admin for Terminating Funding for Unemployment Insurance System Improvements
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (OAKLAND, Calif.) -- Today, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside a coalition of 12 attorneys general and two governors, filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) unlawful decision in May 2025 to terminate more than $45 million in grant funding that was intended to assist the plaintiff states in modernizing unemployment insurance system technology and implementing measures to prevent fraud.
Culver City Sustainable Business Program Celebrates Eight Years of Impact for 2026
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (Culver City, Calif.) -- At the eighth annual awards event held September 10, 2026, Culver City Mayor Freddy Puza presented awards to 12 newly certified and recertified sustainable businesses as part of the City of Culver City’s Sustainable Business Certification Program. Businesses may choose from two certification tiers: “Certified” or “Certified Innovator.”
CalRecycle Celebrates California Beverage Container Recycling Program Reaching 40 Years, Handling Half a Trillion Containers
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SACRAMENTO, Calif.) -- Today, California is nearing 550 billion beverage containers recycled as the state’s deposit-return-recycling system marks 40 years of reducing litter, creating jobs, recycling beverage containers into new products, and returning cash to consumers, CalRecycle announced. The Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act was signed into law on September 29, 1986, amid rising concern over litter, landfill space, and natural resource depletion.
Calif. Gov. Newsom issues an executive order to accelerate third-party oversight, advance creation of an AI ‘kill switch’
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SACRAMENTO, Calif.) -- Today, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to dramatically accelerate the implementation of new third-party oversight of safety and security risks in AI systems, as well as independent audits. The executive order convenes a group of world-leading experts to provide, within two months, a guide for California to reinforce and strengthen its AI safety and security laws.
CA Gov. Newsom, Legislative leaders announce 2026-27 balanced budget with $0 deficit, while funding healthcare and key services
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SACRAMENTO, Calif.) -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón, and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas today announced a three-party agreement on California’s 2026-27 state budget, delivering a balanced spending plan with zero deficit that protects Californians while maintaining the state’s long-term fiscal stability amid continued economic uncertainty and President Trump’s politically motivated attacks on the state, including the withholding of state funding.
Calif. launches tool to monitor and track A.I. impacts on the workforce: California AI-Unemployment Tracker
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SACRAMENTO, Calif.) -- This past week (June 25), Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom today announced the launch of California’s first-in-the-nation tool to proactively track AI-related job loss trends – an early warning system to help the state monitor, track, and anticipate job loss. The dashboard was developed in partnership with the University of California, California Policy Lab.
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Hillcrest Continuing Care Retirement Community Brings Residents and First Responders Together for Community Support
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (LA VERNE, Calif.) --- Hillcrest, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community in La Verne, Calif., honored local first responders with a special appreciation luncheon to thank them for their service to Hillcrest residents and the greater La Verne community.
Cosmic Spin Band’s New Reggae-influenced Single Finds Strength in Numbers, Starting With One
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) --- San Francisco Bay Area alternative folk-rock duo Cosmic Spin has released "Majority of One," a new live recording that combines an infectious reggae-influenced groove, rich vocal harmonies, and a timely message about the power of individuals to make a difference. The song was recorded during Cosmic Spin's recent performance at the Napa Valley Expo in support of the ALS Network.
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Glancy Wine Education Foundation 2026 Online Charity Auction Runs Oct. 31 Through Nov. 8
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) --- The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) will hold its popular online auction from October 31 through November 8, 2026. The auction is one of the foundation's most important fundraising events of the year. Proceeds fund scholarships that help underrepresented wine professionals earn professional certifications and advance their careers.
Encore Sushi Preps Oct. 2026 Grand Opening Event with Solana Beach Chamber Ribbon-Cutting
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SOLANA BEACH, Calif.) --- Encore Sushi, the new restaurant from chef James La and partner Chris West, will celebrate its grand opening Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, with a Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting at 4 p.m. Drinks and chef's samples will be available. Encore is open now at 112 S. Cedros Ave., at the entrance to the Cedros Design District, steps from the world-famous Belly Up Tavern. Upscale casual sushi at the entrance to the Cedros Design District.
Crest Coating in Anaheim Earns AS9100D Certification, Expanding Its Role as a Coating Source for Aerospace
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (ANAHEIM, Calif.) --- Crest Coating, Inc., a Southern California specialist in industrial powder coating and functional liquid coatings, today announced that it has earned AS9100D certification from Amtivo. The certification covers the application of powder, Teflon, Xylan®, Halar®, and BCS bakeware coatings.
Napa Winery Domaine Carneros Sparkles with its 2026 Holiday Wine Gift Guide
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (NAPA, Calif.) --- Domaine Carneros, the award-winning California grower-producer of Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines, has announced its 2026 Holiday Gift Collection for wine lovers. At its château, inspired by founder Champagne Taittinger's historic estate in France and set at the gateway to Northern California wine country, the winery has paired its sustainably farmed, estate-exclusive wines with irresistible artisan finds.
The Vietnamese American Business Association (VABA) marks its 15th anniversary this year
CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (OAKLAND, Calif.) --- The Vietnamese American Business Association (VABA) marks its 15th anniversary this year, celebrating its growth from a Silicon Valley business organization founded in 2011 into an international network connecting more than 2,200 professionals and 720 businesses across 12 U.S. states and eight countries. VABA's work extends from business financing and investment introductions to international trade, public advocacy and charitable giving.