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Culver City announces new 2026 Mayor and City Manager at Milestone Event
CULVBER CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week, Culver City marked aa historic moment as the City Council selected new leadership in front of a large crowd within the Mike Balkman Council Chambers. Council Member Freddy Puza was unanimously voted to become Culver City's Mayor for 2026, becoming the first openly LGBTQ+ Mayor in Culver City’s 108-year history. Mayor Puza was first elected in 2022 as a City Council Member. He will serve as Mayor for a 12-month term.
L.A. Mayor Bass Announces Full Divestment From Coal In City Power Supply, Accelerating Transition to 100% Clean Energy
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- This week, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass announced an historic milestone in the City’s accelerated transition to 100 percent clean energy by 2035: the full divestment from coal in Los Angeles’ power supply. This achievement marks a pivotal step in the City’s decades-long commitment to environmental sustainability and climate leadership.
L.A. Mayor Bass to Host Justice Fair 2025, Connecting Angelenos with Jobs, Education, Opportunities
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- L.A. Mayor Bass is inviting Angelenos impacted by the justice system to the Justice Fair 2025: Gifts That Keep Giving” on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the LA Expo Center. Hosted by her Office of Community Safety, the day-long event will bring together over 80 employers, service providers, and community organizations to connect Angelenos who have previously been incarcerated or involved with the justice system to employment, housing, education, and wellness opportunities that open doors to lasting stability.
Calif. Gov. Newsom advances efficiency efforts, announces 5 new projects completed to make state government better
SACRAMENTO /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Calif. Gov. Newsom’s California Breakthrough advisory group — a preeminent group of technology and corporate executives — met Tuesday with the Governor to present new solutions to help advance efficiency and stronger services in state government. Along with the meeting, the Governor also announced five new projects resulting from this effort. Through these projects and others, California is delivering measurable results across state operations — cutting costs and time, modernizing systems, and improving services for California residents.
Culver City to Launch Film Industry Support Package to Strengthen Local Production Economy in L.A. Area
CULVER CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- As part of the Culver City’s continuing commitment to the film industry, this week the Culver City City Council approved a comprehensive set of measures designed to support recovery for film and television and enhance Culver City’s competitiveness as a premier filming destination. These actions aim to attract productions that will create local employment opportunities and support small businesses that benefit from on-location filming.
Lomita CA Begins Process of Taking Ownership of former US Navy Baseball Fields
LOMITA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The City of Lomita, California, has begun the process of taking ownership of approximately 6 acres of land, including...
Calif. Gov. Newsom announces appointments for 10.30.2025 including to Department of Human Resources
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Thursday, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Monica Erickson, of Folsom, has been appointed Director of the California Department of Human Resources. Erickson has been Chief Deputy Director of the California Department Human Resources since 2023.
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The Old Vine Registry Nears 9,400 Registered Vineyards as 1991 Plantings Become Eligible
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Old Vine Registry, the world's largest and most authoritative database of historic vine plantings, has entered the new year with 9,393 registered vineyards across 42 countries, reflecting a surge of new contributions over the past twelve months. With the turn of the calendar year, vineyards planted in 1991 have now reached the 35-year threshold and are newly eligible for inclusion.
LB Limo Inc. in L.A. is Redefining LAX Car Service in Los Angeles for 2026
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As Los Angeles prepares for increased travel volume heading into 2026, expectations surrounding airport transportation are shifting rapidly. travelers are no longer satisfied with basic pickups or inconsistent scheduling. They expect reliability, professionalism, and seamless coordination from curb to terminal. LB Limo (LB Limousine, Inc.) is responding to these evolving demands by redefining what premium airport transportation looks like, setting a new standard for LAX car service across the region.
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The LA Local Launches New Hyperlocal Publications Serving 10 Additional L.A. Neighborhoods
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The LA Local today announced the next phase of its groundbreaking newsroom expansion, including community-based news outlets and a website, thelalocal.org, to serve as a trusted source of local news and information. The LA Local is led by a team of civic and journalistic leaders with deep roots in Los Angeles dedicated to delivering free and fair reporting that better connects communities, strengthens local journalism and fosters collaboration among news organizations.
Glancy Wine Education Foundation Announces Brandon Ford as New Fundraising Chair for 2026 Growth Strategy
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is pleased to announce Brandon Ford as the organization's new Fundraising Chair. Having joined the GWEF Board in July 2025, just as the organization marked their 5th year anniversary, Ford steps into a dedicated role focused on expanding the national and international reach of the organization's fundraising and sponsorship programs.
TMC Appoints Rich Swerbinsky as Strategic Advisor to CEO, also Names Heidi Belnay Senior Advisor for Business Development
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's only independent, wholly-owned mortgage lending cooperative, today announced the appointment of Rich Swerbinsky as Strategic Advisor to the CEO & President and Heidi Belnay as Senior Advisor for Business Development. These strategic additions to the leadership team position TMC for accelerated growth and continued industry impact in 2026 and beyond.
In Her New Memoir, Karen Soven’s ‘Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach’ Reinvents the American Dream
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Exciting news for readers ready for a juicy journey through high society and the hip-hop culture of the South: Karen Soven's "Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach: Tales of Life & Love from the Land of Sunshine & Money" (ISBN: 978-1964377605 [ebook]; 978-1964377599 [paperback]; 978-1964377612 [hardcover], Legacy Launch Pad Publishing) provides that and more.
IRS Solutions Software Completes SOC 2 Examination to Enhance Accountability for Tax Pros
VALENCIA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- IRS Solutions® announces today that it has completed the SOC 2® examination. As tax professionals face growing security expectations, technology providers must prove accountability and consistency in how they handle data. A recently completed SOC 2® examination provides independent validation that IRS Solutions systems maintain secure, reliable, and confidential operations.