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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.
Coal-Free L.A.: Mayor Bass Announces Full Divestment From Coal In City Power Supply

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.
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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.
California Breakthrough group helps the state deliver new efficiency results

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

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.
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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...
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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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freebeat Announces New AI Music Video Generator

freebeat Announces New AI Music Video Generator Perfect for Singing, Storytelling, and Performances

NEWBURY PARK, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- freebeat AI (freebeat.ai), an AI-powered music video creation platform, today announced the launch of a new version of its AI Music Video Generator, introducing a more expressive Music Video Agent that adapts how visuals are created for different types of songs.
Waiting For Nerdrotic by Gary Buechler

YouTuber Gary Buechler Declares That Simply Believing in Yourself Is Nonsense When It Comes to Success, in Memoir ‘Waiting for Nerdrotic’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Gary Buechler is as well known for his pop culture commentary on shows like Piers Morgan as he is on YouTube and Rumble, where millions of fans flock to hear his every un-PC opinion. But few know the dark road he traveled to become a voice of nerd culture. Now, with "Waiting for Nerdrotic: From Prison to YouTube" (ISBN: 978-1964377261; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), Buechler is sharing his story with the public at large.

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The Holiday Gift That Feels Different: How ClearGivers Turns Shopping into Giving That Matters

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- This holiday season, ClearGivers offers a new kind of giving experience, one that blends the joy of shopping with the purpose of philanthropy. Founded by Aisha Kumari, the innovative platform connects donors, local businesses, and charities in a seamless online marketplace designed to make generosity feel personal and immediate.
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The Mortgage Collaborative launches new individual subscription membership option for industry members

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced the launch of an individual subscription membership option that expands access to its network for mortgage professionals seeking connection, insight and peer engagement outside a traditional lender membership.
THE LIGHT COMMITEE

L.A. Photo Studio, The Light Committee, Earns 2025 Yelp and Three ‘Best Rated’ Awards

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Light Committee, a photography studio that provides some of the best headshots in Los Angeles has earned the "People Love Us On Yelp" badge and an award from Three Best Rated for Commercial Photographer. Both awards were earned in 2025 and add to many other awards earned by the studio.
Hillcrest shares six simple holiday connection tips

Hillcrest Shares Practical Tips to Help California Seniors Stay Engaged and Connected This Holiday Season

LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The holiday season brings warmth and celebration for many, but it can also heighten feelings of loneliness, grief, and disconnection among older adults. Hillcrest, one of Southern California's leading continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), is encouraging seniors and their families to approach the season with intention, compassion, and community-minded connection.
Informative Research’s Sriranjini Prabhakara

Informative Research’s Sriranjini Prabhakara Named to the 2025 NMP ’40 Under 40′ List

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Software Developer Sriranjini "Sri" Prabhakara has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine's 2025 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition highlights emerging professionals whose work is helping shape the future of the mortgage sector.

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