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PMI Financial Announces New Casino Contract
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. -- President and CEO Frank Manley of PMI Financial, a provider of ATM service with contractual second party cash advance solutions for the gaming industry, announced today a new multi-year contract with Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort, a Port Madison Enterprise and an agency of the Suquamish Tribe.
Cal State LA to take part in statewide 2020 Civic Action Fellowship program
LOS ANGELES /California Newswire/ -- Cal State LA has been selected to participate in a new statewide fellowship program for 2020 that encourages student dedication to community engagement and public service.
Neurotech Leaders Forum 2013 in S.F. Highlights Emerging Medical Technology Firms
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neurotech Reports announced today that several startup and early stage neurotechnology companies will be presenting at the 2013 Neurotech Leaders Forum, to be held in San Francisco October 14-15. Danny Sachs, M.D., a serial entrepreneur who has founded several neurotech and medical technology firms, will keynote the event.
ReverseVision Distributes Food to the Hungry with Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- ReverseVision Inc., the leading provider of software and technology for the reverse mortgage industry, has teamed up with the San Diego Food Bank to help local residents in need. The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is the largest hunger-relief organization in San Diego County.
Infinity Treatment Centers in Malibu CA Achieve the Highest of Safety and Quality Standards in Substance Abuse Treatment
MALIBU, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Infinity Treatment Centers, a leader in the treatment of addiction and co-occurring disorders announced today that they had earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval by demonstrating clinical excellence and compliance with performance standards. Infinity Treatment Centers underwent a demanding clinical evaluation to obtain Joint Commission Accreditation.
Realtor Leslie Kavanaugh Offers Top Luxury Listing Perched High on Its Own Promontory in Prime Pacific Palisades
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This is the Pacific Palisades and you have the key to unlock California's most exclusive views. Welcome home to 815 Paseo Miramar, a custom built 10,371 square foot Nantucket style estate which is sure to make you the envy of everyone. Luxury Estate Realtor, Leslie Kavanaugh, has announced this exceptional property offered for $25 Million.
Calif. Assemblymember Muratsuchi statement on his appointment as Chair of Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D – Torrance) released the following statement in response to his appointment as Chair...
Calif. Governor Brown Creates California Interagency Council on Veterans
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Tuesday issued an Executive Order establishing the California Interagency Council on Veterans to improve how veterans’ services are coordinated across local, state and federal government.
Hip Hop from Spain: Pachecos – Fear Of A Green Planet
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- New album coming from Latin Thug Records: Following up on the success of their debut album "Beat Hustlers," Barcelona Spain's...
For the first time since 2008, kitchens have become the number one remodeling project for homeowners, according to the Fall 2012...
SUNNYVALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- For the first time since 2008, kitchens have become the number one remodeling project for homeowners, according to the 'Fall 2012 U.S. Remodeling Sentiment Report' from RemodelorMove. But before you join the rush to remodel your kitchen, you should carefully consider whether the project is a good idea for your finances and family.
Study: Prevailing Wage Adds 17.5K Jobs to California Economy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Prevailing Wage policies add 17,500 jobs and $1.4 billion in output across California's economy, according to a new study released today by Smart Cities Prevail – a leading construction industry education and research organization.
Millbrae Calif. School District Expands Synergy Solution to Include Online Registration and Assessment
MILLBRAE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by Millbrae School District (MSD) to implement the company's Synergy Online Registration and Synergy Assessment solutions, and the Inspect(R) Item Bank from Key Data Systems that works seamlessly with Synergy Assessment. MSD is located in San Mateo County in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Calif. Speaker Rendon Announces Assembly Leadership and Committee Assignments for 2019-2020 Session
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) today announced assignments for the membership of Assembly leadership positions and standing committees for the 2019-2020 legislative session.
San Francisco's Castro District to Host Largest Showing of AIDS Memorial Quilt in 25 Years
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Californa Newswire/ -- Courtesy of Under One Roof, the NAMES Project Foundation, the AIDS Emergency Fund, and San Francisco businessman Petyr Kane, sections of the renowned AIDS Memorial Quilt will be shown at various locations in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood the week of February 12 – 20, 2012.
Accounting Today Names L.A.-based KROST Top 100 Firm and Regional Leader 2023
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- KROST has been recognized as a Top 100 Firm by Accounting Today for the third year in a row. The firm ranked 72nd with a 16.60% change in revenue from the previous year. In addition, KROST has also been named a Regional Leader of 2023. The firm recently launched a new service, KROST Fund Admin Solutions, to further assist and add value for their clients.
EPIC Programs Group Introduces Comprehensive Pizza Industry Insurance Package
SAN RAMON, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Programs Group, a managing underwriter and program administrator providing leading-edge risk management and insurance solutions nationally, announces the launch of their newest program for Pizza Restaurants and Delivery Operators. Dubbed "SLICE" (safety, loss control, insurance, coverage, expertise), the new program specifically addresses a significant exposure and principle risk management concern of Pizza Delivery Operators
Calif. Assemblymember Isadore Hall Announces Run for Re-Election in the New 64th Assembly District
COMPTON, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Assemblymember Isadore Hall announced today he would seek reelection to the State Assembly in the new 64th District. The 64th Assembly District includes the cities and communities of Compton, Carson, Watts, Wilmington, Willowbrook as well as portions of Long Beach and Los Angeles.
California Opportunities Knocking Career and Entrepreneur Fair, October 4, 2012
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Sponsored by the City of San Bernardino Workforce Investment Board, the Opportunities Knocking Career and Entrepreneur Fair will be held at the National Orange Show Events Center on Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
SF Mayor Lee and Supervisor Chu Launch Invest in Neighborhoods Pilot to Protect Small Businesses
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Tuesday, S.F. Mayor Edwin M. Lee and District 4 Supervisor Carmen Chu announced the launch of a new Invest in Neighborhoods pilot program called the Americans with Disabilities Act Small Business Assessment Program. The pilot will begin in District Four and will provide small businesses with an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) assessment report, a plan for compliance, and access to new grant funding and loan programs to make upgrades.
California Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Oct. 25, 2012
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. on Thursday announced the following appointments: First, Paul Helliker, 55, of Berkeley, has been appointed deputy director at the California Department of Water Resources. Helliker has been executive advisor at the Marin Municipal Water District since 2012 and general manager there from 2004 to 2012
At CES 2014 SecuGen Corp. to Showcase Hamster Pro 20 and U20 OEM Fingerprint Readers
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- CES 2014 -- SecuGen Corporation today announced that it will be showcasing its new, ultra-compact fingerprint reader at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show January 7-10. The new Hamster Pro 20 and its OEM sensor version are both FAP 20 Mobile ID and PIV certified by the FBI and have been added to the FIPS 201/PIV Approved Products List (APL) by the General Services Administration (GSA).
Food Finders Signal Hill Takes Summer Seriously with Local Businesses Joining the Campaign to Feed Children in Need
SIGNAL HILL, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- There are smiles on the faces of more children and families this summer - smiles very familiar to one local food bank. For the third year in a row, Food Finders of Signal Hill is hosting its 'Summer To End Hunger' food drive 2013. This drive aims to fill in the hunger gaps where school breakfast and lunch programs end.
INDE Serves Out-of-the-box Augmented Reality Experiences to Disrupt the Sports Industry
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The application of Augmented Reality techniques, immersing fans in multiple elements of their favorite sports, has taken fan engagement to new levels, says AR innovator, INDE. The passive consumption of a matches or games is fading into the past. Today it's possible to involve spectators in ways that were previously unheard of, and that's where out-of-the-box marketing tools come into the picture.
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for March 18, 2015 including State Council on Developmental Disabilities
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Wednesday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, David Long, 49, of Tehachapi, has...
Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Appointments for Oct. 20, 2010
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Oct. 20 announced the following appointments: Isabel Barreras, 44, of Madera, has been reappointed...
California slated to be first state in the nation to provide voter registration through Health Benefit Exchange similar to 'Motor Voter'
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California Health Benefit exchange is one of hundreds of state offices required to offer voter registration services under Senate...
Calif. Governor Brown Issues Legislative Update for Sept. 23, 2013 with New Bills Signed
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that he has signed the following bills: First, AB 216 by...
California Association of Food Banks and CalRecycle recommend practical steps every Californian can take right now to help hungry families
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Demand for food assistance has more than doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic, with nearly 1 in 4 Californians without enough to eat. Sheltering-in-place makes it difficult to take part in traditional in-person holiday food drives and fundraising events. But this year it’s more important than ever to help people struggling to feed their families during the holidays, according to the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery and its partner the California Association of Food Banks.
Sequoia Real Estate in San Francisco Launches Partnership Program to Support Agent Growth
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Sequoia Real Estate just launched a new partnership program and KeyOpp Real Estate is its first affiliate partner. The program happened somewhat organically as it was in response to one of their agents looking to leverage her experience to grow a company.
Central Valley Tea Party announces Fresno Press Conference: 100 Fresno Businesses Opposed to High Speed Rail
FRESNO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Central Valley Tea Party has been commissioned to hold a press conference with 100 Fresno business leaders and owners who will be affected by the imposition of the High-Speed Rail project. The 100 business owners who are on the current High-Speed Rail track line will be present in solidarity to oppose the High-Speed Rail through Fresno.
Compassion Prison Project and CA Surgeon General Burke-Harris Raise ACE Awareness in CA Prison
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Compassion Prison Project (CPP) piloted its innovative new series "Trauma Talks," an educational video program with accompanying workbook this week. CPP's mission is to create trauma-informed prisons and communities by bringing trauma awareness education and proven healing modalities to the men and women living and working in prison.
Calif. Governor Brown Honors 102 Year-Old WWII Veteran during Women's Military History Week
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. met with 102 year-old WWII veteran Bea Cohen today at the State Capitol, as part of celebrations honoring Women's Military History Week. Ms. Cohen is believed to be the oldest living female WWII veteran in California and one of the oldest in the country.
Provocative New Book Exposes Effects of Hypnotism
GILROY, Calif. -- Bookstand Publishing announces the release of "Revelation of the Unrevealed" (ISBN: 978-1-58909-431-4), authored by Michael O'Patrickson, and based on real-life experiences. At the core of the book is a discussion and analysis of hypnotism.
EPIC Insurance welcomes Principal Dawn Jeffery in the Inland Empire, Calif.
ONTARIO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Edgewood Partners Insurance Center, a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Dawn Jeffery as a property and casualty insurance producer in its Inland Empire division. Dawn brings 28 years of experience in risk management and commercial insurance program development and management to EPIC.
Sharing Resources: Key to COP26 Success, says SHARE International
BERKELEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- World leaders meet in Glasgow beginning October 31 for the United Nations COP26 Climate Change Conference, to address the conclusions of the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report: that human activities have unequivocally warmed and damaged the planet. Share International attributes 80 percent of the warming to human actions, and says sharing resources to mitigate the inevitable consequences is key to solving climate change.
3Rivers Credit Union signs with California-based LendingQB to Utilize its End-to-End Loan Origination System
COSTA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- LendingQB, a provider of seamless mortgage lending technology, announced that 3Rivers Federal Credit Union, based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has selected its cloud-based end-to-end loan origination system (LOS). The platform is being configured to streamline 3Rivers' unique workflow and internal processes in all areas of its mortgage lending business.
Pop R&B Singer-Songwriter and Actress JADE Debuts Celestial Original Dance Single ‘Lucky Stars’ Airing on MTV and BETJams
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Classy in style, massive in appeal and savvy beyond her years, singer/songwriter and actress JADE has taken her time to learn her craft and study the business before jumping into it. The strategy is set to pay off like triple-cherry jackpots with her vibrant debut single and video, "Lucky Stars" (dropping on the artist's own TS2 Records imprint).
California Business Leaders Endorse Governor Brown's Efforts to Let Voters Decide How to Address Budget Crisis
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Jerry Brown on Friday (Feb. 25) announced that two of Southern California’s premier business leadership groups – the...
Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces $34 Million in Recovery Act Rural Transit Grants for 141 Projects Statewide
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced that the state has been federally awarded $34 million in transit grants from the American...
Calif. Governor Brown Proposes 2018-19 California State Budget
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Keeping the state on a path to long-term fiscal stability, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today proposed a $131.7 billion General Fund budget plan for 2018-19 that fills the state's Rainy Day Fund to its constitutional target, fully implements the state's K-12 school funding formula two years ahead of schedule and provides $4.6 billion for the first year of a 10-year transportation improvement plan.
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments for Oct. 8, 2019 including to Department of Consumer Affairs
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Kimberly Kirchmeyer, 50, of Sacramento, has been appointed director of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Kirchmeyer has been executive director of the Medical Board of California since 2013, where she was deputy director from 2011 to 2013.
21st Annual HTCIA International Conference and Training Expo line-up announced with CISO Summit as a New Addition
ROSEVILLE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The HTCIA (High Technology Crimes Investigation Association) will unveil its first HTCIA CISO Summit on Sept. 12, 2013 at the lavish JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort and Spa in Summerlin, Nev. The CISO Summit, sponsored by McAfee, Cylance, Symantec, Essextec and InfoSecurity, will directly follow the 21st Annual HTCIA International Conference and Training Expo.
Los Angeles-based Dance Company Jazz Tap Ensemble Tours Africa With U.S. Department of State's DanceMotion USA
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Brooklyn Academy of Music will send Jazz Tap Ensemble, a Los Angeles-based dance company, to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe to tour as part of DanceMotion USA(SM), April 9 - May 5, 2012.
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Appoints Roger Brautigan Secretary of CDVA, Announces Appointment of Rocky Chavez as Undersecretary
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Roger Brautigan as secretary for the California Department of Veterans Affairs...
San Francisco Named Finalist in Bloomberg Philanthropies' Mayors Challenge
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SF Mayor Edwin M. Lee announced San Francisco has been selected as a finalist for the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge, a competition created to inspire United States cities to generate innovative ideas that solve major challenges, improve city life and can be shared with other cities across the nation.
Royse Events to Host the 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum on Oct 10: The Future of California
MENLO PARK, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Royse Events LLC, a nonpartisan organizer of technology and policy events, today announced its upcoming 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum. The CASC Forum will provide a virtual platform for candidates from across the state to briefly share their vision for California's future.
Written Inc. Handwriting Analysis Prevented an Attack on College Campus
TEMECULA, Calif. -- Southern California based company, Written Inc., says it used handwriting analysis to prevent a similar situation to the Virginia Tech massacre from occurring 7 years ago at a major university in Europe.
At CAI Legal Conference, Professional Community Management of California CEO Donny Disbro Offers Best Practices on Dispute Resolution
TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) chief executive officer Donny Disbro addressed community association professionals on Friday on the benefits and pitfalls of mediation as an alternative to costly litigation.
California Civil Rights and Education Leaders Join Governor Brown in Final Push for More Equitable School Funding System
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today met with a broad coalition of business, civil rights and education leaders...
Free Moving Quote continues to innovate with web portal helping movers get moved
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The moving facilitator, Free Moving Quote (FreeMovingQuote.com), has not only weathered the recession, they have found ways to thrive in this difficult environment. FreeMovingQuote.com strives to be a one-stop shop for movers looking to find moving companies both at their departure locale and their destination.
