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Calif. Legislature Approves Landmark IVF Bill to Require Insurance Coverage for Fertility Healthcare, Sending Measure to Gov. Newsom
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- The California State Legislature approved Senate Bill 729, authored by State Senator Caroline Menjivar (D-San Fernando Valley) and sponsored by California State Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, with bipartisan support today sending the measure to Governor Newsom's desk with votes of 55-0 in the Assembly and 30-8 in the Senate.
L.A. METRO’S GoPass Program Reaches 40 million student boardings in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) celebrates surpassing 40 million student boardings and more than 400,000 registered students using the free fare student GoPass for unlimited travel to school, work and leisure activities.
Culver City Performing Arts Grant Program 2025 Announced Supporting Theatre, Dance, and Music
Today, the City of Culver City has announced grants to support theatre, dance, and music performances. This program brings performing arts events to the community and helps make them accessible to everyone. Culver City wants everyone to have a chance to experience and enjoy the arts. Our grants support a variety of cultural experiences for Culver City's residents, businesses, artists, and visitors. Grant guidelines and applications for 2025 performances are available.
Over 20 communities become first to earn new Clean California designation in 2024
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week (on Aug. 3) Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of the Clean California Community Designation Program, a statewide effort encouraging local engagement to make communities cleaner, safer, and more sustainable. The Newsom Administration joined the City of Fresno to launch the program and designate Fresno as one of 22 California communities first to take the pledge.
California feeds over 3.2 million low-income children through summer SUN Bucks
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced that through SUN Bucks, a new federal food program, more than 3,240,000 low-income children and their families have received food assistance during summer break. More than $162 million in food purchases have already been made by families across the state, and over five million total cards are expected to be distributed across California in the coming months, keeping kids fed and supporting local economies.
Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for 7.17.24 including to California Youth Empowerment Commission
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wed., July 17, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Melany Acosta-Parra, of Kerman, has been appointed to the California Youth Empowerment Commission. Acosta-Parra has been a Recreation Leader for the City of Kerman Parks and Recreation Department since 2021. She served on the Kerman Youth Commission from 2021 to 2024.
Landmark $12.6 billion agreement to build a clean, renewable Hydrogen Hub in California announced
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and ARCHES announced the official signing of a landmark $12.6 billion agreement to build a clean, renewable Hydrogen Hub in California, including the up to $1.2 billion in federal funding that was announced last year when California was selected as a national hub. ARCHES is the first of seven Hydrogen Hubs throughout the country to officially sign their agreement with the DOE.
CALIFORNIA BUSINESS
MCT Reports 3% Increase in Mortgage Lock Volume Backed by Increased Refinance Activity
SAN DIEGO, Calif., /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today a 3.33% increase in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. Despite a larger increase in rate/term volume, total mortgage volume remains relatively flat.
Magnifi Group and Kalon Staffing Team Up to Launch IEP Physician Search Targeting Fellows
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Magnifi Group, Inc. and Kalon Staffing, LLC, today announced the launch of IEP Physician Search - iep-search.com - a Fellows search service to place Orthopaedic, Pain Management and Electrophysiology (EP) Fellows in US Medical Centers.
CALIFORNIA BUSINESS
Club Bounce: Body Positivity Nightclub Celebrates 20th Year Milestone in L.A. County
LONG BEACH, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Club Bounce, widely acclaimed as the number one plus-size nightclub in America, is celebrating a milestone achievement - its 20-year anniversary - with an exclusive event on Sept. 6 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. As a beacon of body positivity and inclusivity for two decades, an iconic promoter, Lisa Marie Garbo, invites people of all sizes and walks of life to spend an amazing evening with a unique vibe.
Grey Muzzle Grant for 2024 Gives Senior Dogs at Sacramento SPCA a Second Chance
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- There's good news for old dogs this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at the Sacramento SPCA are among the winners. The Sacramento SPCA is one of 100 animal welfare groups chosen from nearly 400 applicants to receive a grant to help local senior dogs and the people who love them.
OPINION: I Did It My Way – A Realization of How Being Right Was Wrong!
OPINION: I recently had a powerful realization about myself: I have an overwhelming need to be right. If you know me, you're probably thinking, "No Shit, Sherlock. Tell me something new." But here's the thing: This isn't just about stubbornly clinging to an opinion. For me, being "right" often means I need others to see me as a great guy who always does the right thing.
Olea Kiosks’ New Chicago Healthcare Check-In Kiosk offers Enhanced ADA-Compliant Design
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Olea Kiosks, Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its latest advancement in healthcare technology, the Chicago Healthcare Check-In Kiosk. This innovative and inclusive solution offers a sleek, modern ADA-compliant design, elevating the user experience for all.
Secured Signing Notary Community enables notaries to connect with clients online, receive jobs, and chat directly
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Secured Signing, a frontrunner in the realm of digital signature and remote online notarization solutions, is thrilled to unveil a series of substantial upgrades to its Notary Community platform. These enhancements are meticulously crafted to empower notaries to broaden their client base, attract many business opportunities, and optimize their workflow efficiency.
CHARITY AND CAUSE NEWS
Grey Muzzle Grant for 2024 Gives Senior Dogs at Sacramento SPCA a Second Chance
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- There's good news for old dogs this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at the Sacramento SPCA are among the winners. The Sacramento SPCA is one of 100 animal welfare groups chosen from nearly 400 applicants to receive a grant to help local senior dogs and the people who love them.
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