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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.
Calif. Gov. Newsom signs bills curbing billionaire influence on elections and protecting against election interference
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a pair of bills into law protecting elections — focusing on keeping dirty money out of California’s democracy and no “sweepstakes” from billionaires seeking to buy elections. Bills include: Senate Bill 42 (Umberg) and Senate Bill 398 (Umberg).
Charging Ahead, California now exceeds 200,000 EV chargers
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced that there are now 201,180 fully public and shared electric vehicle (EV) charging ports available for use throughout the state. This is 68% more EV charger ports than the number of gasoline nozzles statewide, according to the California Energy Commission (CEC).
Calif. Gov. Newsom blasts Trump proposal gutting climate and clean air protections as ‘negligence’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On Monday (Sept. 22), California Governor Gavin Newsom submitted a formal comment to the U.S. EPA opposing the latest efforts by the Trump administration to deny decades of scientific research and turn back the clock on life-saving policies that protect public health.
Calif. Governor Newsom delivers 2025 State of the State letter to the California Legislature, on 175th anniversary of statehood
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On California’s 175th anniversary of statehood, California Governor Gavin Newsom transmitted the 2025 State of the State letter to the Legislature. The Governor’s address, and his State of the State letter to the Legislature, highlight the Golden State as a cultural driver, leader in innovation, and defender of democratic values, powered and strengthened by its diverse population.
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Golden State Pops Orchestra (GSPO) Announces its 2025 ‘Holiday POPS Spectacular’
REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Golden State Pops Orchestra's beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.
Cloudvirga’s Loan Hub equips loan teams with modern tools for managing pipelines
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the launch of its new Loan Hub for lenders seeking an optimized loan team experience. The Loan Hub gives loan officers, LO assistants and processors a modern, intuitive workspace to manage their pipelines, collaborate with borrowers and complete key tasks without toggling between systems.
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Looking Ahead in Finance, The Mortgage Collaborative Charts 2026 Strategy Focused on Connection, Growth and Industry Resilience
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As lenders continue to navigate a shifting housing market marked by volatility, margin pressure and rapid technological change, The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) is doubling down on what it believes is the industry's greatest strength: connection.
Bay Area Hip Hop Artist King Gaines Announces His New Conscious Rap Single ‘Grinding All My Life’
RICHMOND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bay Area hip hop artist King Gaines announces the upcoming release of his powerful new single "Grinding All My Life" on November 14, 2025 through Richburg Entertainment. The track delivers a raw and uplifting message of perseverance, ambition, and personal growth, representing the heart and soul of Richmond, California.
A New Kind of Welcome: Hillcrest in La Verne Invites Older Adults to Try Its Wellness Lifestyle – Before Moving In
LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Hillcrest, one of Southern California's leading Continuing Care Retirement Communities, invites older adults to join a truly special health and wellness program. For a limited time, anyone who joins Hillcrest's Resident Registrant List will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Hillcrest Aquatic and Fitness Center.
Champion Women and Advocacy Groups File Amicus Brief in Ninth Circuit Challenging NCAA Settlement That Silences Athletes’ Voices
OAKLAND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Champion Women, together with Wrestle Like A Girl, the Women's Golf Coaches Association, and the Women's Sports Policy Working Group, announced today that they have filed an amicus curiae brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in In re College Athlete NIL Litigation (No. 25-4190). According to Liberty Law, Inc., the filing supports a slew of objectors challenging the NCAA's proposed $2.8 billion settlement.
OC Videography Launches in Orange County, Expanding Professional Video Production for California Business
SANTA ANA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- OC Videography, a full-service video production company, has officially launched its new website, offering commercial, podcast, event, and documentary production services throughout Southern California.