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California applies to CMS for expansion of essential health benefits to include IVF, hearing exams for EHBs
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom, through the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), submitted an application to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to update California’s benchmark plan. The new benchmark plan would expand coverage requirements for essential health benefits (EHBs) in the individual and small group markets starting in 2027, following CMS approval. That expanded coverage would include services to such fertility treatments, annual hearing exams and hearing aids, and mobility devices such as walkers, manual and power wheelchairs, and scooters.
LA Metro Celebrates Bike Month 2025 with Free Rides – the clean, efficient and enjoyable option for getting around Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ -- The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is celebrating National Bike Month in May 2025 with free rides for everyone on Thursday, May 15, as well as a number of bike-related promotions to encourage everyone to get outside, ride a bike and use Metro as a part of their journey. To help riders ride more, drive less and feel good, Metro is offering the following deals and promotions during May.
Calif. Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Victory for Bicyclists in ‘Whitehead v. City of Oakland’
OAKLAND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Rahman Law PC is pleased to share a powerful affirmation of bicyclists' rights: the California Supreme Court has ruled in Whitehead v. City of Oakland (Case S284303) that public entities cannot rely on liability waivers to avoid responsibility for dangerous road conditions. The decision marks a major legal milestone for bicycle safety and public accountability across the state.
L.A. Mayor Bass Announces Hundreds of Solar Streetlights Will be Installed in ‘Filipinotown’ to Improve Public Safety
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Mayor Karen Bass announced on Wednesday (April 2) the new efforts to keep communities safe and well-lit with the installation of hundreds of new solar-powered lights which will help curb copper wire theft in a Filipinotown neighborhood. This installation is a result of Mayor Bass’ focus on improving city services and infrastructure for Angelenos by finding innovative and new ways to solve longstanding city challenges like rampant copper wire theft.
Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for April 3, 2025 including to the California State Transportation Agency
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Thursday, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Trista H. Woessner-Gonzalez, of Granite Bay, has been appointed Director of the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, where she has served in several roles including as Chief Deputy Director since 2021 and as Chief of the Tax Policy Bureau from 2016 to 2021.
Calif. Gov. Newsom proclaims March 2025 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- California Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday issued a proclamation declaring March 2025, as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. "California is proud to join states around the country, raising awareness about the many ways in which people with intellectual and developmental disabilities contribute to strong, diverse communities across our state."
Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for 3.19.25, including to the California Film Commission
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wednesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Emily Warren, of Orinda, has been appointed Deputy Secretary for Innovative Mobility Solutions at the California State Transportation Agency. Warren has been an Advisory Venture Partner at Fontinalis Partners, LLC since 2019.
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Greene Tree Care in Ventura County Helps Local Residents Prepare for Wildfire Season with Defensible Space Service
VENTURA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Throughout Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, property owners face dual threats: wildfires and insurance cancellations. In an effort to help their clients manage both, Greene Tree Care - a family-owned business headquartered in Camarillo, California - has expanded its defensible space services.
The Virtual Artist CAYDEN is Reimagining Emotional Pop Music, Drops Debut Single ‘Esperanza’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.
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Joel Brouwer Honored as CFO of the Year at 2025 LA Executive Leadership Awards
LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, proudly announces that Chief Financial Officer Joel Brouwer, CPA, CGMA, has been recognized as the CFO of the Year in the Small to Midsize Company category at the 2025 LA Executive Leadership Awards, an event celebrating leaders across Southern California who exemplify excellence, vision and resilience.
SIP @ Seaport Art & Wine+ Festival 2025 is a day filled with art, delicious drinks, food and good vibes in...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SIP San Diego announces their first event of 2025, the SIP @ Seaport Art & Wine+ Festival! Featuring a day filled with art, delicious drinks, food and good vibes, the event happens Saturday, June 21, 2025 in the Lighthouse District at Seaport Village. Guests sip on locally crafted wine and other libations, explore artists' work, snack on charcuterie, and enjoy live music in the beautiful setting of Seaport Village.
Domaine Carneros Kicks Off New Menu for the Popular ‘Bubbles & Bites’ Experience for 2025 in NAPA
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire / -- Founded in 1987, in the Carneros appellation of Northern California by the Champagne Taittinger family, Domaine Carneros is a grower producer of ultra-premium sparkling wines and limited production pinot noirs. Domaine Carneros has become the benchmark for California sparkling wine, reflecting both the individuality of the Carneros terroir and the craftsmanship of its French legacy.
Deemed Wild and Dangerous In California, But Fish & Game Can’t Produce a Single Document on Domestic Ferrets
LA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On February 12, 2025, a formal Public Records Act (PRA) request was submitted to the California Fish and Game Commission seeking documentation to justify the classification of domestic ferrets as "not normally domesticated in California" by LegalizeFerrets.org. The request specifically asked for any scientific studies, internal memos, environmental risk assessments, or correspondence used to uphold the ongoing prohibition of domestic ferrets under Title 14, Section 671 of the California Code of Regulations.
P1 Commerce LLC Launches as Data-First Performance Marketing Firm Led by eCommerce Experts in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- P1 Commerce LLC today announced its official launch as a data-first eCommerce marketing firm designed to optimize performance and efficiency at scale. Unlike traditional agencies focused primarily on their own growth, P1 Commerce is an expert-led firm uniquely positioned to be the best, not the biggest - delivering strategic, measurable outcomes for global brands.
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Deemed Wild and Dangerous In California, But Fish & Game Can’t Produce a Single Document on Domestic Ferrets
LA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On February 12, 2025, a formal Public Records Act (PRA) request was submitted to the California Fish and Game Commission seeking documentation to justify the classification of domestic ferrets as "not normally domesticated in California" by LegalizeFerrets.org. The request specifically asked for any scientific studies, internal memos, environmental risk assessments, or correspondence used to uphold the ongoing prohibition of domestic ferrets under Title 14, Section 671 of the California Code of Regulations.
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