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30 Days to Make a Difference

30 Days to Make a Difference with LA River: Friends of the Los Angeles River Launches Campaign

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR) President Lewis MacAdams announced today that FoLAR is launching a campaign...

Smart City Alliance to pioneer Intelligent Transit Module, first tangible cloud-based multifunction transportation solution

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI), Urban Systems and Rhythm Engineering today announced they have joined forces to launch a strategic Smart City Alliance - a multi-company collaboration with the goal of designing and delivering a cloud-based, multifunction transportation solution that provides data and decision insights to metropolitan transportation managers, professionals and users.

California Physician Dr. Irene Bih Wakam honored for Commitment to Global Health

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Dr. Irene Bih Wakam, a family physician practicing in Ventura, Calif., has been awarded the 2015 Global Health Excellence Award from Student International Development Engagement (SIDE), a program in which students travel abroad to enrich their global experience and contribute to development issues

Intervention Drug Rehab Association launches service to place individuals into correct treatment program

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, addictions to alcohol or illicit substances affect the lives of over 23 million people in the country every year. Intervention Drug Rehab Association has put together a state-of-the-art service to place individuals into the correct addiction treatment program for their specific recovery needs.

Right Path Drug Rehab: A Lower Client Intake Has Led to Higher Rate of Recovery

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- At Right Path Drug Rehab, their compassionate and knowledgeable staff members focus on restoring clients to their maximum potential through an individualized addiction recovery program, complete with support in all areas. No one should have to face recovery alone.

Get Sexy This Halloween with a Killer Costume from Envy Corner

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Envy Corner announces their launch of high quality Halloween costumes at unbeatable prices. The decision to move forward with this came from the President of the company, Armen Leylekian, a very successful entrepreneur whose business practices are based on customer demand satisfaction enablement.
Chris Merrill

Todos Santos Writers Workshop 2016 offers seminars and craft workshops in the art of Fiction, Poetry, Nonfiction and More

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Christopher Merrill, director of the International Writing Program at the University of Iowa, has joined the lineup of literary talents featured at the 2016 Todos Santos Writers Workshop (TSWW) January 24 -30. The center for creative writing located in the historic pueblo magico of Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico is in its third year.

Empaxis, Specialists in Back-Office Outsourcing for Investment Management Firms, Opens London Office: Empaxis Europe Limited

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Empaxis Data Management, experts in middle and back-office outsourcing for investment management firms, recently announced expansion into the European market. Empaxis has opened an office in London and has launched Empaxis Europe Limited. Empaxis has also appointed Stefano Nocera to direct the European operations.

U.S. Olympian Justin Reiter files suit and challenges International Olympic Committee in Swiss court

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- U.S. Olympian Justin Reiter (2014 - Sochi Winter Olympics US Alpine Snowboarding National Team), who rose to national fame in 2013 as the Olympic athlete who had made his pickup truck his home in order to afford top level training, has filed suit in Switzerland against the International Olympic Committee (IOC) seeking to modify the schedule for the 2018 and 2022 Winter Olympics.

Nothing is off limits in Kat Radley's Comedy Debut from Uproar Entertainment

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Uproar Entertainment announces the debut comedy CD from the dynamic and talented KAT RADLEY. Hailing from Montclair, Virginia, Kat Radley began her stand-up comedian career as a contestant in Rooftop Comedy's National College Comedy Competition. After being voted into the Final Four by the public, Radley landed a coveted spot in the Aspen Comedy Festival.

'Foster's Animal World TV' Takes a Bite Out of Cyber Bullying for Animal Rescue

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As an African American dog photographer, director Foster Corder has always had a special affinity and vision for animals. Over the years, his photographic and film contributions have laid the groundwork for some of the most prominent canine experts in the field. With his two hit web series 'Foster's Animal World TV' and 'Conversations with a Pit Bull' he has solidified himself as a preeminent voice for thousands of dogs, particularly those abused and in the shelters.

Comedian SHANG Hosts Big Daddy Kane 'SUPERFLY' Release Party with Author Gloria Goldwater

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Author Gloria Goldwater opens our eyes to the Golden Age of hip-hop music, as it grew from a localized sub-culture to a worldwide lifestyle in 'SuperFly - My Untold Story of Hip-Hop' (ISBN: 978-0991356003). Her writing revisits her wide-eyed enthusiasm as she launched her improbable magazine publishing career, dedicating herself to a genre that was still unfamiliar to mainstream America and a wide array of artists who were just beginning what would become legendary careers.
Growthnet

Growthnet: First Multi-Lingual Group Counseling Comes to the Web

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Reliable group counseling by certified experts is now available online, according to a group of therapists, psychologists, and consultants who have coalesced to form Growthnet, the world's largest multi-lingual network of Web-based group counselors. According to founders John Toomey, Amy Chang, and Savithri Gandhi, current technology allows services to be provided in several languages, with simultaneous interpretation soon to be available in 17 different tongues.
Weitz and Luxenberg

No Escape from Asbestos Liability: AMMCO-Hennessy Handed First Asbestos Defeat by Weitz and Luxenberg

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A Los Angeles County Superior Court jury this month handed Hennessy Industries, Inc. as successor to AMMCO Tools, Inc., its first-ever loss in an asbestos-exposure lawsuit despite the defendant company's self-assurances that the grieving family of an Army veteran and automotive parts store owner who died of mesothelioma had no chance of winning, victorious plaintiffs' law firm Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., today announced.

CivicConnect Parking technology launched as part of Civic Resource Group's Rapidly Growing 'Smart City' Product Suite

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced availability of CivicConnect(TM) Parking, the Company's newest addition to its rapidly expanding 'Smart Cities' Product Portfolio. 'CivicConnect Parking' helps cities by streamlining and simplifying public and private parking for residents, workers and visitors.

First Comedy CD by Tobe Hixx released by Uproar Entertainment

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Uproar Entertainment announces a new comedy CD from Tobe Hixx, 'Laugh or Die.' Comedy saved Hixx's life! A skinny kid who was often teased and ridiculed by his peers, Hixx ultimately turned to a life of crime that included gangs and selling crack. After stints in both state and federal prison, Hixx chose to return to his first love, comedy.

Schoenwetter Supplements announces RxQ Antioxidant Complex for those faced with excessive life stress

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Schoenwetter Supplements, LLC announces the release of an advanced concept formulation of antioxidants, RxQ Antioxidant Complex. Its proprietary antioxidant formula takes into consideration not only adding antioxidants that can rapidly be depleted but is mindful of the necessary other constituents that serve to help recycle some important antioxidant systems that are everywhere present in our bodies.

Apparelbook Launches World's First Online Direct Sourcing Network for Fashion Retailers

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Apparelbook, the world's first online sourcing network for the apparel and accessories wholesale industry, today announced the launch of its online marketplace, Apparelbook.net, and package of online branding tools and services. Apparelbook provides an instant and direct source for retailers of all sizes to discover new apparel products and manufacturers via its online marketplace.

VipDomains.LA opens with Great E-Commerce .LA Domain Names for Los Angeles Business and Marketers

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- iLove.LA announced today that its new site, VipDomains.LA is now open. Anyone now has the chance to takeover a service area, product or the prestige of owning a word for L.A., online. Open to all, benefit now from owning the best .LA domain names. You didn't have to be first ten years ago, bid in auctions, pay extra early fees, or buy from your unwilling competitor.

The Truth Hurts: Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by Travis Simmons

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Uproar Entertainment is pleased to announce the release of Travis Simmons' newest comedy CD, 'The Truth Hurts.' Simmons' brilliant observations, amazing impressions, and astute political commentary are as compelling and authentic as they are hilarious. 'The Truth Hurts' was recorded at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. and is Simmons' first recording for Uproar Entertainment.

Civic Resource Group is First Government Tech Provider to Bring Mobile Augmented Reality Product into Public Sector

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) today announced the worldwide release of CivicAR(TM) - the first Mobile Augmented Reality (AR) solution for the public sector. The new product will enable governments and public sector agencies to deliver information and services directly to citizens and communities in a highly contextual and easy to use mobile environment.
Gov Brown

Calif. Gov. Brown, Top U.N. Official Call for Action at Every Level on Climate Change

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. welcomed the United Nations' top climate change official, Christiana Figueres,...

MostFit Brand Ambassador Tom Holland and New 12 lb Core Hammer featured at 2015 IDEA World Fitness Convention L.A.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MostFit will host Tom Holland, internationally recognized exercise physiologist and certified sports nutritionist, in the MostFit booth (booth 1507) at the 2015 IDEA World Fitness Convention in Los Angeles in July. As MostFit Brand Ambassador, Tom will be leading product demonstrations to include the brand new 12 lb. Core Hammer, the original 8 lb. Core Hammer, SYN Rings and more.

2nd Annual City of Angels Celebrity Red Carpet Experience Honors Hip Hop Legend Yolanda 'Yo Yo' Whitaker

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On June 26, 2015, Yolanda 'Yo Yo' Whitaker will be celebrated at the 2nd Annual City of Angels Celebrity Red Carpet Experience through awards and a live performance produced by Darryl Pitts (DP Productions) and partners Kevin and Schvone Rouse (Rouse House Entertainment). For over 25 years, Whitaker has influenced the world of hip hop.

Le French Festival 2015: A 10-Day Bastille Day Celebration in Los Angeles of French Artisans and Culture

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In a celebration of French artisans and culture in Los Angeles, Selavi Global and Canard Duchene Champagne have teamed up to launch the brand new 'Le French Festival' set to take place across Los Angeles from July 4-14, 2015. The event will end with a closing night party produced by French Tuesdays on Bastille Day, July 14 at Riviera 31 at the Sofitel Hotel.

Southern California Oil Spill Victims' Claims being explored by Weitz & Luxenberg

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Weitz and Luxenberg P.C., today announced it is investigating claims from members of the fishing industry, property owners and others harmed by an oil spill that began Tuesday and blighted the shoreline just north of Santa Barbara, Calif.

Civic Resource Group International Names Former VMware Global VP Dane Smith as New Company President

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group Intl. (CRGI) is pleased to announce that Dane Smith has joined the company as President. Mr. Smith comes to CRGI from On-Ramp Wireless, an IoT technology provider. In his role, Mr. Smith will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Company by working with the CRGI Executive Team, their Advisory Board, and community leaders to establish long-term goals, strategies, plans, and policies for implementing successful Smart City campaigns globally.

MostFit welcomes certified sports nutritionist and exercise physiologist Tom Holland, as a Brand Ambassador

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MostFit is excited and proud to announce the onboarding of internationally recognized exercise physiologist and certified sports nutritionist Tom Holland, as a Brand Ambassador.

Los Angeles Celebrates Veterans on 71st Anniversary of D-Day, 70th Anniversary of VE Day, and 50th Anniversary Vietnam War

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Celebrated philanthropists Jane and Bert Boeckmann of Galpin Ford and the Heritage League of the Second Air Division, today announced they have joined forces again to honor WWII Veterans at the 71th Anniversary D-Day Luncheon at The Proud Bird, in Los Angeles, on June 6. All WWII and Vietnam Veterans, as well as their friends and family, are encouraged and invited to attend.
Anthony Rendon

L.A. County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Votes to Support L.A. River Legislation – AB 530

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted last Tuesday to support Assembly Bill 530, Assemblyman Anthony...

Civic Resource Group International working with Microsoft on CityNext for 'Smart Cities' Tech

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) today announced it is working with Microsoft on Microsoft CityNext, an initiative designed to help governments, businesses, and citizens re-imagine what is next for their cities. For the first time in history, more than one-half of the world's population live in urban areas and nearly 70 percent of people will live in cities by 2050.

Author Kelly Browne Reissues '101 Ways To Say Thank You' with Social Media Tips for 2015

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- 'In the electronic revolution we live in, nothing makes an impact and expresses your gratitude more than the classic handwritten thank you note, sent in the mail with a stamp!' says Kelly Browne, author of the bestselling book, '101 Ways To Say Thank You' (ISBN: 9781402747021; Sterling Publishing)
SEIU

Calif. Senator Hall and Certified Nursing Assistants Demand Quality Assurance at Skilled Nursing Facilities – SB 779

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Senate Bill (SB) 779 authored by Calif .Senator Isadore Hall, III (D-South Bay), and sponsored by SEIU-United Long Term Care Workers (ULTCW), would address understaffing that currently places the lives of nursing home residents at risk.
Isadore Hall III

Hundreds of Calif. Nursing Home Workers to Rally in Support of Senate Bill 779 on April 23, 2015

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Thursday, nursing home workers from throughout L.A. County will rally in support of Calif. Senate Bill (SB)...

Civic Resource Group International Makes Cloud-based CivicConnect Water Conservation Platform Available to Drought-Stricken California Cities

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced immediate availability of its award-winning CivicConnect(TM) Water Conservation and Drought Management Platform to all the Cities and Water Agencies throughout California.

Master Jeweler David Bellman and Segway inventor Dean Kamen unveil AquaSonic Wave for Daytime Emmy Stars

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This year's Daytime Emmy(R) Award stars will walk away with trophies and accolades as well as learning about a revolutionary new invention, The AquaSonic Wave. Co-created by Dean Kamen, creator of the Segway, and Master Jeweler David Bellman, the AquaSonic Wave provides a novel, time-effective way to keep diamonds and other precious jewelry sparkling like new.
Save the Drop

L.A. Mayor Garcetti Launches 'Save the Drop' Campaign, encouraging Angelenos to address the Epic Drought

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This past week L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti launched a major, citywide water conservation outreach campaign – "Save the...

New book by Margaret Galabe is unforgettable story of the human spirit triumphing over poverty, hopelessness and despair

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Margaret Galabe, author, award-winning humanitarian, philanthropist, and founder of Student International Development Engagement (SIDE), a program in which students travel abroad to enrich their global experience, contribute to development issues, shares her experiences as a member of the team that brought this pilot project to fruition in this meaningful, heartfelt, and insightful, illustrated book.

CivicConnect Project Audience is new cultural event management cloud-based application on Salesforce AppExchange

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International today announced it has launched CivicConnect(TM) Project Audience on the Salesforce AppExchange, empowering and enabling arts and cultural organizations and businesses operating in the public sector to connect and provide rich services and cultural experiences to citizens through a variety of digital channels.

SensibleHerbs launches new online boutique delivering options for healthy consumers, including discount herbs and supplements

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- California-based online retailer SensibleHerbs announced its launch at Natural Products Expo West fulfilling increased demand for discount herbs and supplements nation-wide. Starting with a fresh clean design and discount pricing up to 35 percent off SRP, SensibleHerbs.com is a positive entry into the natural products marketplace online.

Autistic Teen Singer Autumn Sky Wolfe Succeeding Despite the Odds

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The word 'autism' strikes fear in most people's hearts but teen Autumn Sky Wolfe is battling it with a singing career and bold live performances. 'Here is a young woman who is unshakable in her delivery of a song,' states manager Meredith Day of Starmaker Machinery. 'When she performs, she exhibits resolve and power that can uplift the entire audience.'

MostFit Introduces Stability Training Tools: Core Hammer is a Whole New Way to Train

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MostFit has just released the new Core Hammer to the market. If you're looking to add a new dimension of intensity, explosive muscle engagement and core training to your exercise regimen, or for your clients, this fits the bill. Core Hammer follows the launch of MostFit's SYN Rings - a revolutionary product that changes the paradigm of stability training.

Geoffrey Lipman Joins Civic Resource Group International as Special Advisor, Global Travel and Tourism

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced the appointment of Geoffrey Lipman as Special Advisor, Global Travel and Tourism. CRG has also entered a strategic partnership with Greenearth.travel of which Mr. Lipman is Chairman.

Anthem Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Helps Kids, Too, says Weitz & Luxenberg P.C.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Anthem Inc. (NYSE:ANTM) data breach class action lawsuit brought this month by Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C. seeks to protect tens of millions of children - and not just adults - affected by the health insurance giant's massive loss of sensitive confidential records, the New York-based law firm today announced.

Teenager Autumn Sky Wolfe Creates Inspiring Music Combining Autism and Artistry

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- When 18-year-old Autumn Sky Wolfe was diagnosed with autism, the last thing on anyone's mind was a singing career. Yet she now has an EP on iTunes and has been nominated by New Music Weekly magazine as Best New Adult Contemporary Artist as well as Crossover Artist of the Year.

Calif. Home Care Providers Rally to Demand Gov. Brown Keep Promise of Equal Treatment Under the Law

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Caregivers who provide in-home support for elderly Californians and people with disabilities will stand in solidarity at a...

Canadian Music Producer Chris Noxx Lands in L.A. to record with Legendary Mogul Dr Dre

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Quietly over the last decade, Nova Scotia native Chris Noxx has been building his resume. As a producer, composer and arranger he started making trips to and from his hometown of Halifax, Nova Scotia and Music hub Los Angeles, Calif.

Anthem Inc. Customer Data Breach Sparks Class Action Lawsuit, Weitz & Luxenberg Announces

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., today announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against the nation's second-largest health insurer, Indianapolis-based Anthem Inc., following disclosure earlier this month that the private information of 80 million Anthem customers was stolen in a massive online data breach.

Civic Resource Group International welcomes Former Microsoft Europe Chairman Jan Muhlfeit to Advisory Board

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced the appointment of Jan Muhlfeit as Special Advisor and Chairman, CRG International. In his dual role, Mr. Muhlfeit will help guide the company as it establishes and expands its leadership position and capabilities in Digital Government on a global level.

Smart Cities Council welcomes Civic Resource Group International as Associate Partner

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) is delighted to announce their appointment as Associate Partner in the Smart Cities Council. CRG will participate with the Smart Cities Council as a technology solutions provider and a champion of the 'Smart Cities' concept of 'digital' transformation by providing solutions that streamline the traditional organization and management of urban living.

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