Tag: California Business

MCKINLEYVILLE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Life Plan Humboldt (LPH), the nonprofit organization creating Humboldt County's first resident-driven senior living community, proudly announces the name of its first community: Humboldt Commons. The name was selected from more than 300 submissions gathered through a community-wide naming campaign that invited the entire Humboldt community to participate.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Gates & Garage Door Express Inc. has launched a new access-control upgrade service across Los Angeles, offering homeowners and business owners modern electric gate systems, keyless garage entry and smart-home integration solutions. The company says the initiative will help clients secure their properties while making access more convenient for deliveries, guests and employees.

IRVINE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the general availability of an admin portal for its Tropos borrower platform, giving lenders greater control over how it works for their business and borrowers. With the new functionality, lenders can adjust organizational settings, manage their brand experience across the business structure, customize loan applications and adapt operational workflows-all without developer assistance.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, announced it has been named a 2025 Lending Tech Titan by PROGRESS in Lending, honoring the company's pioneering work in delivering automation, efficiency and cost savings to mortgage lenders across the U.S.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- California Safe Schools, a nonprofit dedicated to children's environmental health and safety, reminds parents, guardians, teachers and school staff at all California K-12 public schools and child care centers to file the Right to Know Pesticide Use Notification form at the start of the school year. This form is mandated under California legislation, The Healthy Schools Act.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) addressed the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) on August 11, urging the global abolition of electroshock treatment (ECT), forced drugging, psychosurgery, and other coercive psychiatric practices-especially when used on children.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Microsoft has confirmed that Lens, its popular free mobile scanner app, will be retired starting September and be removed from app stores by mid-November this year, says PDFgear. As a result, millions of Lens users will soon be looking for an alternative, ideally one that offers the same experience and remains free to use.

IRVINE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, announced that Tropos, its next-generation borrower portal, has been named Loan Application Solution of the Year in the 2025 PropTech Breakthrough Awards.

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Agoura Hills residents now have access to 24/7 emergency garage door and electric gate repair services thanks to Gates & Garage Door Express Inc.'s recent expansion into the region. And, there's no extra charge for after-hours emergency services.

LA VERNE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- With a growing number of older adults choosing to age solo, Hillcrest, a nonprofit, age-qualified community in La Verne, is stepping up to meet the needs of this rising demographic. Set on a lush 50-acre campus in La Verne, California, Hillcrest is a haven for those who crave meaningful connection, wellness-centered living and a true sense of belonging - especially for those entering this next chapter on their own.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report newsletter, announced that two prominent figures in the field of neurotechnology will keynote the 2025 Neurotech Leaders Forum, which takes place November 5-6 in San Francisco. Edward Chang, chair of the department of neurological surgery at UC San Francisco, will discuss future applications of implanted brain sensing and stimulation devices.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Secured Signing, a global leader in digital signature and online notarization technology, has announced a significant upgrade to its In-Person Electronic Notarization (IPEN) solution. The revamped IPEN experience is now fully integrated into the same intuitive dashboard used for Remote Online Notarization (RON) and Digital Signatures-enabling notaries to manage in-person signings with greater speed, convenience, and consistency.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced the addition of The Work Number® Report Indicator from Equifax to its integrated suite of mortgage credit and verification tools.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The glittering facade of Beverly Hills just got a serious makeover in the pages of "The Real Superheroes of Beverly Hills" illustrated novel. Writer and longtime comic-book scribe Steve Stern ("Zen Intergalactic Ninja") said, "It's the story of four students at Beverly Hills High who receive some wild powers during a cosmic event at Griffith Observatory, are immediately outed by a tabloid reporter, and then given their own reality TV show."

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider that offers data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending industry, announced today that Elizabeth Campos, Director of Compliance, has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider that offers data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending industry, today announced its Executive Vice President of Business Process Management Mike Hall has been recognized as a 2025 HousingWire Insider. Recognizing operational all-stars, the award spotlights the indispensable individuals who transform internal processes and fuel organizational evolution.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Amid one of the mortgage industry's most prolonged stretches of cost pressure and market uncertainty, the latest Pulse of the Network survey from The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) reports that lenders are responding with creativity and nimble thinking, anchored by a clear commitment to long-term resilience.

ST. HELENA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- COME TOGETHER -- A Community for Wine today announced that planning is underway for its highly anticipated second annual "Come Over October" campaign, building on the extraordinary success of 2024's inaugural initiative. The community-driven wine platform continues to demonstrate the power of authentic connection through wine appreciation, preparing to expand its reach and impact even further this fall.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) today announced the appointment of two new board members, Brandon Ford and Annie Shi, as the organization marks a leadership transition with the stepping down of Vice President Alder Yarrow after five years of dedicated service.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- At the age of 13, David F. Yep left his home in Rockford, Illinois to embark on what would become a 13-year journey in Catholic seminary life. It's a journey he brilliantly breaks down in "Uncollared: Your Heart Knows the Way, Re-Learn How to Listen to It" (ISBN: 979-8992585469 [paperback]), which has just been relaunched with a fresh introduction by Elevate Press.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- PDFgear today launched PDFgear Scan, the world's first free AI-powered scanner app. The app turns paper documents into clean, editable digital files like PDF or Word in seconds. More impressively, it comes with no ads, usage limits, and no cost. With this launch, PDFgear Scan sets a new benchmark for mobile scanning by combining AI with truly free access for everyone.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research Data Solutions, a division of Informative Research and a leading provider of data-powered borrower intelligence and analytics tools for the financial services industry, announced today that its executive vice president, Shannon Santos, has been named a 2025 Mortgage Professional America (MPA) Elite Woman Award recipient.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- In celebration of its first anniversary, Edimakor, the creative video editing software trusted by content creators around the world, is thrilled to launch a limited-time Sales Promotion Event. This special campaign gives users the chance to enjoy exclusive discounts and win exciting gifts.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research (IR), a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced the availability of Halcyon's IRS tax transcript service within the IR Verification Platform. This enhancement expands Informative Research's suite of verification of income and employment (VOI/E) options.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is warning Congress and the public that new legislation to legalize psychedelic drugs for U.S. veterans is a dangerous repeat of history-when defenders of the nation were used as test subjects in unethical psychiatric experiments.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) today celebrates the 5th anniversary of its founding with the release of its mid-year impact data, highlighting important growth in scholarship awards, industry sponsorship, and national reach. Since 2020, GWEF has awarded 249 scholarships to aspiring wine professionals from underserved communities across the United States.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Janel Parrish ("Pretty Little Liars," "To All the Boys I've Loved Before") will star in the feature adaptation of "Bound For Glory," an emotionally resonant indie drama from rising AAPI filmmaker Michael Naizu, EKC PR announced today.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Twenty-five executive leaders from The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) have been identified as holding current leadership positions in their respective state Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBAs), showcasing a growing alignment between grassroots industry advocacy and national operational collaboration.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Handy Recovery Advisor, a trusted resource for data recovery tips and digital safety advice, has published the results of a nationwide survey of 1,000 U.S. adults. The report highlights how everyday users deal with data loss and how most don't take action until it's too late.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Despite dozens of closures of abusive "troubled teen" programs in behavioral and psychiatric centers, including wilderness camps in recent years, a leading mental health industry watchdog warns that children's lives remain at risk unless stronger laws ban the worst offenders and the secretive youth transport practices that feed them. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) says that while public outrage and media exposure have forced some notorious facilities to close, the underlying problems that enable these abusive programs still persist.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- This Friday, July 5th at 6 p.m., genre-bending country-hip hop band Good Ol' Boyz will take the stage at SeaSalt Honky Tonk, a recently opened live-music spot on Bolsa Chica State Beach. Admission is free, and the all-ages beachside event is expected to draw more than 2,000 fans.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HotDeals has just unveiled its brand-new HD Membership & Rewards Points system, offering users more opportunities to earn, redeem, and enjoy exclusive perks. With this exciting upgrade, every interaction, purchase, and check-in becomes more rewarding. Whether you're a daily shopper or an occasional user, this system has something for everyone.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The world of vintage advertising is getting a new home. Opening in 2026, the Paul Stanley Sign Museum, a nonprofit organization, in Los Angeles will pay tribute to the visionary work of Paul Stanley & Company, the San Francisco-based design firm behind some of the most imaginative and visually striking point-of-sale advertising displays ever created.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Frank Residences, a non-profit senior living community known for its integrated memory care, is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association to host a "Care for the Caregiver" Workshop on Thursday, July 10, from 4 to 5 p.m. at One Avalon Avenue, San Francisco.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Meet Scentient, the clean fragrance subscription box that reimagines scent discovery through the lens of safety, sustainability, and elevated sensory experience. Launching July 1, Scentient offers curated, non-toxic perfumes from independent brands that align with the values of today's conscious consumer.

ONTARIO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Maglite® brand partners with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during one of the deadliest times of the year, the first week in July. The days surrounding July 4th are perilous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year, and pedestrian deaths make up approximately 20% of those fatalities.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Child and adolescent psychiatrists have issued a policy statement urging broader access to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for children and adolescents despite growing international condemnation of the practice on minors. Both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Human Rights Office have called for an outright ban on ECT for children. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental health industry watchdog, condemned the statement as "medically reckless, legally dangerous, and morally indefensible."

IRVINE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced that CEO Maria Moskver has been named to Inman's 2025 Best of Finance list. Moskver has earned a place on the list every year since its creation in 2023, making this her third consecutive recognition.

MONTROSE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- At the epicenter of the largest population of Scientologists on Earth - and already renowned for its humanitarian outreach - a transformed Mission rises to serve this Crescenta Valley enclave with even greater power and purpose. Nestled beneath Los Angeles' majestic Verdugo Mountains, the newly transformed Ideal Church of Scientology Mission of the Foothills opened its doors to the community on June 22, following a dedication ceremony attended by hundreds of parishioners, civic leaders and humanitarian partners from across Southern California.

OAKLAND, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Adax Inc. announces a new control and communications protocol for drones and UAV's that greatly enhances drone survival in hostile environments where they are being shot down because of excessive radio communications. Adax MAVCP (Multipath Aerial Vehicle Control Protocol) is designed for drone survival in hostile environments producing greater likelihood of mission success.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Federal health authorities are sounding the alarm over the chronic use of antipsychotic and psychotropic drugs in America's nursing homes. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has prioritized enforcement actions to reduce psychotropic prescribing-especially among seniors with dementia. With over 15,000 facilities nationwide housing more than 1.2 million elderly residents, mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) warns the unchecked drugging of seniors constitutes systemic elder abuse.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- LA Carnival on the Shaw" returns to the community for the third year, honoring Junteenth and celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month. Produced by Marikel International, the music, masquerades and multicultural merriment will parade along Crenshaw Blvd., Sunday, June 29th, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The initiative was launched in 2023 as a bold catalyst to engage, activate and revitalize businesses on Crenshaw, affectionately known as 'The Shaw.'

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- For more than 27 years, California Safe Schools (CSS) has been a leading advocate for environmental health, dedicated to upholding the highest standards for clean air, water, and soil, and advancing the fundamental right to a safe and healthy environment. Founded by Robina Suwol, a bold and visionary leader in the field, CSS is rooted in the principles of the Precautionary Principle and the public's Right to Know-ensuring that transparency, accountability, and prevention are central to environmental decision-making.

MARTINEZ, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- PRToolFinder®, the only online database dedicated solely to Public Relations tools, has introduced a free, limited-access tier, making it easier for PR professionals, in-house teams, and businesses to discover essential PR tools and technology. PRToolFinder is the only comprehensive online database 100% focused on Public Relations tools.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced the launch of its new weekly podcast, "The Sip," designed to give mortgage professionals direct access to peers solving the same challenges they face every day. From tech adoption and compliance pressure to margin management, the 30-minute series delivers real-world strategies shared by lenders, for lenders-streamed live every Tuesday on LinkedIn.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- In what is being widely reported as a landmark human rights decision, Italy's Constitutional Court in May 2025 struck down part of the country's decades-old psychiatric law-Article 35 of Law 833/1978-declaring some of its provisions for involuntary detainment unconstitutional. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), based in Los Angeles, hailed the decision as an essential step towards achieving human rights in the mental health field.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- As the 2025 summer shopping season kicks off, consumers are embracing new behaviors shaped by smarter spending, personalized experiences, and a heightened focus on sustainability. HotDeals, a leading online coupon and deals platform, is helping shoppers navigate these evolving trends with curated offers that match their needs.

TEMECULA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the "Top 70 Music Industry Blogs" on the web for 2025. Ranked #30 this year (#35 last year). MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2006. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP.

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The 2025 Oscar Luxury Gala was a night to remember. The event featured live entertainment, red-carpet interviews, and an elegant award ceremony. Hosted at the Hilton Hotel in Universal City, this black-tie affair welcomed Hollywood insiders and guests for an exclusive Academy Awards. One of the evening's biggest highlights was the presence of the Miss West Coast Pageant 2025 titleholders. All these pageant queens turned heads in breathtaking gowns provided by none other than Terani Couture.

IRVINE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced it has been named a recipient of PROGRESS in Lending's 2025 Connections Award. The award honors strategic partnerships and integrations that are reshaping the mortgage industry by advancing efficiency, innovation, and collaboration.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Amid a surge of reported abuse and deaths in psychiatric and behavioral residential programs for youth, the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is urging immediate and sweeping federal intervention. CCHR warns that continued inaction by state and federal agencies endangers lives and enables a mental health system where vulnerable children and adolescents are subjected to trauma, neglect, and avoidable harm.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Red Rabbit Press LLC. presents "The Light Runner" (ISBN: 978-1966981060). Ally Walker has captivated audiences with unforgettable roles-from June Stahl in "Sons of Anarchy" to Dr. Sam Waters in "Profiler." Her versatility has made her a standout presence in film and television, with memorable performances in "Universal Soldier" and "While You Were Sleeping."

ST. HELENA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- COME TOGETHER -- A Community for Wine, a mission-driven company focused on wine advocacy, today announced the successful conclusion of its inaugural Share & Pair Sundays spring campaign while announcing plans for its highly anticipated second annual "Come Over October" campaign this fall. Through both initiatives, the organization, founded by three wine industry leaders, has demonstrated the power of community-driven advocacy to reach consumers with positive messages about wine.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- ThreeSixty Asset Advisors and Tranzon Asset Strategies have been appointed by the United States Bankruptcy Court to auction a 33-unit apartment complex located in the heart of Hollywood. The sale process is overseen by Chapter 7 Trustee Sam Leslie for the bankruptcy estate of Marisela Montejo (Case No. 2:24-bk-17786-NB). The auction will take place online on June 17, 2025 at 11 a.m. PDT.

MENLO PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Yiftee, a leading provider of Community Cards that "Keep Local Dollars Local," announced the launch of contactless Tap & Go capabilities for their virtual Community Cards that support over 700 communities and over 20,000 local businesses. Developed with Mastercard and Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, this latest innovation is expected to help drive spending to local shops and restaurants across the country, fueling the "shop local" movement.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- nformative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced that Senior Vice President of Marketing Craig Leabig has been named a 2025 HousingWire Marketing Leader. This year's award honors 55 professionals reshaping how mortgage and real estate companies engage prospects and accelerate growth. Leabig's strategic leadership has transformed Informative Research's marketing into an engine of innovation and measurable results.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- A federal assessment of children's health has identified the widespread prescribing of psychotropic drugs to U.S. youth as a "public crisis" driven by industry profit motives, flawed science, and systemic conflicts of interest. According to the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental health industry watchdog, this is fueling a psychotropic drug market that reaps $22.6 billion annually.

LA VERNE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Matthew Neeley, President and CEO of Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, was recently honored as an Outstanding Community Leader at the NAACP Pomona Valley Branch 6th Annual Freedom Fund Event. Through his compassionate leadership and steadfast commitment to serving others, Neeley has led efforts that uplift individuals, bridge divides and build a stronger, more inclusive community.

VENTURA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Throughout Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, property owners face dual threats: wildfires and insurance cancellations. In an effort to help their clients manage both, Greene Tree Care - a family-owned business headquartered in Camarillo, California - has expanded its defensible space services.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Swyshare, a growing innovator in digital creativity tools, today announced the release of Recordit, a simple yet powerful screen recorder designed for users who need fast, efficient, and high-quality screen capture. Whether you're recording online meetings, tutorial videos, gameplay, or presentations, Recordit provides the tools you need in an intuitive, no-fuss interface.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Secured Signing, a leading provider of secure digital signing and online notarization solutions, announced its official registration as a Remote Notary Technology Vendor in the state of Indiana. This significant milestone allows Indiana notaries public to leverage Secured Signing's robust and user-friendly Remote Online Notarization (RON) platform to conduct secure and legally compliant online notarizations for individuals and businesses across the state.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Imgkits, the AI-driven online platform for image and video processing, today announced a major product update that dramatically enhances its creative toolkit. With advanced AI capabilities including face swapping, virtual try-on, and expanded batch processing, the upgrade cements Imgkits' role as a go-to solution for creators, marketers, and designers seeking professional-grade editing without the complexity.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- otDeals, the leading online platform for the best discounts and deals, is excited to announce significant updates to its merchant pages, offering users enhanced functionality and more detailed information about ongoing promotions.

LA VERNE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, proudly announces that Chief Financial Officer Joel Brouwer, CPA, CGMA, has been recognized as the CFO of the Year in the Small to Midsize Company category at the 2025 LA Executive Leadership Awards, an event celebrating leaders across Southern California who exemplify excellence, vision and resilience.