Calif. Senator Tony Mendoza Appointed to Key Senate Committees
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newsiwre/ -- Today, California State Senator Tony Mendoza (D-Artesia), Chair of the Labor and Industrial Relations Committee, announced his appointment by...
Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto Introduces Bill to Create New DNA Testing Regime to Solve Crimes – AB 84
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Assemblyman Mike Gatto, a former constitutional lawyer, today introduced AB 84, which would allow DNA testing to resume in...
Gordon Brush FootMate System Receives Endorsement from College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine
COMMERCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The FootMate(R) System by Gordon Brush has acquired a powerful partner. The American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine ('ACFAOM') has endorsed the FootMate System. It is a complete foot care system for cleaning, soothing, stimulating, and massaging feet in the shower.
Calif. Senator Mendoza Responds to Gov. Brown's 2015 Inaugural Address
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Senator Tony Mendoza (D-Artesia) issued the following statement on Governor Jerry Brown’s inaugural address delivered to a joint...
California Governor Brown Sworn In, Delivers Inaugural Address Jan. 5, 2015
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. took the oath of office as Governor of California and delivered his...
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Jan. 2, 2015 including the California Energy Commission
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Friday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, Felicia Marcus, 58, of Emeryville, has...
EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants adds key team members in Alabama, expands National Energy Construction Practice
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Aimee Sapp, Kelly Chapple, Heather Perdue and Mark McInnis have all joined Crawford McInnis, Brian Tanner, Wilson Long and Andy D'Entremont as part of EPIC's Birmingham, Alabama-based National Energy Construction Practice.
Cory Chalmers, of Hoarders TV Show, makes guest appearance at The International Cat Association show in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- TV Star and lead expert of the hit cable television show 'Hoarders, Cory Chalmers, will be making a special guest appearance at the TICA Cat Show January 2-4, 2015 in Sacramento, Calif. This year's show is called 'Mardi Gras Madness' and is presented by Jazzy Cats.
iMobie Inc. announces its New PodTrans and PhoneTrans Are Free on Mac
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iMobie Inc., an international innovative Apple related software developer, today announces the update of its two widely-praised products PhoneTrans and PodTrans; the world-first free iPhone content and iPod music management software on Mac and Windows computers, which also breaks the rule of no way to transfer iPhone, iPod music back to computer.
California-based Oceanside Jewelers Releases Mobile Responsive Web Site for Holiday Jewelry Shopping
OCEANSIDE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In an ongoing effort to continually provide a unique jewelry shopping experience centered on consumer education, Master Jeweler Chad Elliott and the certified gemologist staff at Oceanside Jewelers are pleased to announce the release of their upgraded mobile-responsive website.
CES 2015: SecuGen Corp. to Showcase its New U20 and SDA04PX OEM Fingerprint Sensors
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen Corporation today announced that it will be showcasing its two newest low cost, high quality OEM fingerprint sensors, the ultra-compact U20 and the serial interface SDA04PX, at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
'California vs. Big Plastic' Files Complaint with Calif. Secretary of State Alleging Deception by Referendum Signature Gatherers
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Supporters of the state's plastic bag ban, collectively calling themselves "California vs. Big Plastic," today filed a complaint with...
California Senator Tony Mendoza Takes Community Oath of Office
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti administered the community oath of office to Senator Tony Mendoza on Saturday at...
14th Annual Non-Profit PR Grants Winners for 2014 announced by Neotrope
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neotrope is proud to announce the recipients for 2014 of its annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant award. With this commitment, Neotrope(R) will provide public relations (PR) and cause-related marketing support to the selected worthy causes over the next year to raise awareness around each organization's programs and accomplishments.
L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti to Administer Oath of Office to Calif. Senator Tony Mendoza at Community Event on Saturday
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to administer community oath of office to Senator Tony Mendoza at the Norwalk...
Calif. Congressman Tony Cárdenas will now be Los Angeles' voice on the most powerful committee in the U.S. House of...
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- U.S. Rep. Tony Cárdenas will now be Los Angeles’ voice on the most powerful committee in the...
EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Shelley Dawson, Jon Greenstein and John Gaffney to Employer Services Platform
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, today announced that Shelley Dawson, Jon Greenstein and John Gaffney have joined the firm in San Francisco. All will assume leadership roles in EPIC's rapidly growing Employer Services Platform (ESP).
Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Questionnaire replaces universal TB testing requirement for Calif. school employees
OAKLAND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The California Tuberculosis Controllers Association (CTCA) announces, effective Jan. 1, 2015, Pre-K and K-12 public, private and parochial school employees, volunteers (with frequent and prolonged student contact) and contractors are required to get a tuberculosis (TB) test only when TB risk factors are identified.
Doc-Tech Corp. acquired by DocMagic, Inc. as part of ongoing Expansion in Loan Documents Trade
TORRANCE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- DocMagic, Inc., a premier provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, compliance, eSign and eDelivery solutions, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Doc-Tech Corporation, dba Document Express, a boutique document preparation company known for its exceptional customer service. The acquisition comes on the heels of DocMagic completing the purchase of award-winning eSignSystems in October.
Galorath Inc. announces Estimator of the Year Award for 2014 goes to Dr. Ricardo Valerdi
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Galorath, Inc., creator of SEER(R) project estimation software, is excited to announce that it has awarded its 2014 Estimator of the Year honor to Dr. Ricardo Valerdi, professor at the University of Arizona.
Biometrics company, SecuGen Corporation announces release of its new Hamster Pro Duo/CL
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SecuGen Corporation is very pleased to announce the release of the new Hamster Pro Duo/CL, a product that combines a contactless smart card reader with an optical fingerprint reader that is FAP 20 Mobile ID and PIV certified. The Hamster Pro DUO/CL was designed for projects such as National ID programs that require a contactless smart card to store a fingerprint template. The Hamster Pro Duo/CL features SecuGen's U20 USB fingerprint sensor that is FBI Certified and captures very high quality images.
AccuSure CEO counsels Employers with 1099 Contractors on Preparing for Workers Comp Claims
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- We are all looking to operate as lean as possible and many employers turn to 1099 employees to reduce tax and insurance burden, says Jamie Reid, CEO of AccuSure. But a big question remains: if they file a work comp claim, would it be covered? Can the insurance company charge premium on a work comp audit? These are important for employers to know.
New California Proposal for Internet Poker Would Address Concerns of Law Enforcement, Protect Local Businesses – AB 9
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The odds of California realizing revenue by legalizing online poker are likely improving, after the introduction of legislation by...
California Legislation to Create Statewide Hit-and-Run Alert System Re-introduced – AB 8
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Glendale) announced his continued his fight for hit-and-run victims in California, yesterday reintroducing legislation...
Launch of Quandis Servicemember Outreach (QSO) website checks the Department of Defense's database for SCRA active duty status
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of mortgage servicing software, today announced that it rolled out a website to help address President Obama's New Executive Actions to assist service members, veterans and their families.
Calif. Assemblyman Gatto Calls for Greater Transparency and Disclosure for Government Officials – AB10
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A key reform was introduced by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Glendale) today – AB 10, which would increase financial-disclosure requirements...
EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants Ranked #20 among Top Large Group Employee Benefits Broker-Consultants
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has been ranked #20 among the nation's 'top large group employee benefits consultants' by Employee Benefit Advisor.
Mad Hatter Holiday Festival envelopes the City of Vallejo California during December, Making a Wonderland
VALLEJO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A different kind of Christmas! The City of Vallejo, California celebrates the Mad Hatter Holiday Festival throughout the city combining a parade, tree lighting, festival, boat parade, museum exhibit, grand homes tour, city hall exhibit and free bus service to and from the festival throughout the city.
EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants acquires Greyling Insurance Brokerage
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants today announced it has acquired Greyling Insurance Brokerage and Risk Consulting, Inc., a specialty insurance broker and risk management consultant based in Atlanta, with locations in St. Louis, and Tampa. The firm will now operate as 'Greyling Insurance Brokerage - a Division of EPIC.'
Limited Edition Art Print From Urban Artist Evan Skrederstu announced by ArteQuesta
MILL VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Leading fine art investment company ArteQuesta today announced that urban artist, Evan Skrederstu, has produced an exclusive collection of 12 art prints entitled 'Titanus' for ArteQuesta clients. The prints feature a unique subject matter that Skrederstu has become famous for: painted bugs.
Team AMVETS Welcome Home Program is one of 10 recipients for 2014 of annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grants
ANAHEIM, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Team AMVETS Welcome Home Program is pleased to announce it is one of 10 recipients for 2014 of Neotrope's annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant award. Team AMVETS' mission is to serve the veterans of our great nation, and to enhance the mental, physical and social well-being of all veterans.
Commercial insurance software innovator AccuSure launches cloud solution at DEMO Fall 2014
SAN JOSE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- AccuSure today announced the launch of its revolutionary business at DEMO Fall 2014, world-renowned for launching the most innovative companies in mobile, cloud computing, consumer, and social media technologies. (DEMO Booth: B24.)
Calif. Congressman Cardenas calls on UC Board of Regents: No Tuition Hikes at UC Universities!
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, in response to a vote being taken Thursday by the University of California (UC) Board of...
Women of Excellence, Lifetime Achievement and Business of the Year Awards 2014
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- More than 500 people are expected to attend the annual award luncheon Saturday, November 22, to recognize winners of the 'Women of Excellence, Lifetime Achievement and Business of the Year Awards' presented by the Sacramento Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW).
Civic Resource Group CEO Gregory G. Curtin wins 'Vision Award' at World Economic Summit
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group CEO, Gregory G. Curtin, Ph.D. attended the World Economic Forum Summit on the Global Agenda held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Nov. 9 - 12 and as a member of The Future of Government Council was among the winners of the 'Vision Award' for the Future of Government Smart Toolbox, a report published in June 2014 that addresses the ways technology can help governments improve services, security, transparency and innovation.
Calif. Assemblymember Hall Teams Up with Community Leaders to Host Healthy Family Update and Turkey Giveaway
COMPTON, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III (D- Los Angeles), Progress California, Major League Baseball’s Urban Youth Academy, the Los...
California Safe Schools, a child's environmental health coalition, receives 2014 Neotrope NonProfit PR Grant
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California Safe Schools (CSS) today announces it is one of 10 recipients for 2014 of Neotrope's annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant award. With this commitment, Neotrope(R) will provide public relations and cause-marketing support to CSS over the next year to raise awareness around its programs and accomplishments.
Lea Walker's Aeriform Arts Celebrates Three Year Anniversary with 'The Elements' Student Showcase
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- It has been three years since busy television executive Lea Walker decided to moonlight as an aerial fitness studio owner. Her Aeriform Arts center has since literally taken off, with hundreds of students testing the conditioning feats of aerial hammocks, lyra, aerial yoga, hanging silks and pole dance.
EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants adds Andy D'Entremont in Alabama
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Andy D'Entremont has joined Crawford McInnis, Brian Tanner and Wilson Long as a principal in Birmingham, Ala.
HMD virtual reality leader ImmersiON-VRelia secures larger Silicon Valley offices, and opens Branch in Murcia, Spain
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- ImmersiON-VRelia, the premier innovator in the HMD virtual reality sector, announced today that in order to meet rising demand, it has expanded its Redwood City headquarters and simultaneously opened European offices in Murcia, Spain. This expansion comes on the heels of TigerDirect's announcement last week that it has claimed national distribution of The GO by ImmersiON-VRelia.
Calif. Gov. Brown Appoints Two to Orange County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Earlier this week, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of Gassia Apkarian and Craig E. Arthur...
Calif. Governor Brown Appoints Two to Riverside County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. this week announced the appointment of Susanne S. Cho and James T. Latting...
Calif. Gov. Brown Appoints Six to Los Angeles County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This week, on Wednesday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of Hector E. Gutierrez, Colin P....
Calif. Gov. Brown Appoints Two to Alameda County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Wednesday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of Thomas E. Stevens and Noël Wise to...
Calif. Gov. Brown Appoints M. Bruce Smith to Fifth District Court of Appeal
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This week, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the appointment of M. Bruce Smith as associate justice of...
Calif. Gov. Brown Appoints Justices to the First District Court of Appeal
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. this week announced the appointment of Marla J. Miller to Division Two and...
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for Nov. 10, 2014 including to Department of Health Care Services
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, Thomas Gibson, 47, of Sacramento, has...
Indiegogo Campaign to Fund Documentary on Digital Underground and Chopmaster J's encounter in Berlin
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Not many music acts have a 25th anniversary that coincides with the fall of the Berlin Wall. Digital Underground has released a snippet from their upcoming documentary 'D.U. Days: Adventures in Digital Underground the Apprenticeship of Tupac Shakur,' which details original founder and D.U. member, Chopmaster J's encounter in Berlin.
California Poison Control offers 2014 ‘Top 10 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving Dinner’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Thanksgiving is a joyful time for families to gather around the table to give thanks and celebrate, says the...
Bionic Pioneers: New Book Profiles Pioneering Users of Neurotech Therapies
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neurotech Press today announced publication of a new book that profiles some of the unsung heroes of medical technologies: the brave people who were among the first to use a new or experimental therapy or device. 'Bionic Pioneers: Brave Neurotech Users Blaze the Trail to New Therapies' (ISBN: 9780988234222), by Jennifer French and James Cavuoto, tells the stories of 10 courageous individuals.