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Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis proclaims Labor Day
Office of the California Governor
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September 1, 2025
PROCLAMATION On Labor Day, we recognize and thank all the working people who sustain our state and nation and fuel our prosperity. California is committed to protecting and supporting our diverse and dynamic workforce. In recent years, our state...
California Supreme Court tosses second GOP effort to block redistricting
California Courts
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August 28, 2025
As in last week’s ruling, the court rejected the Republicans’ second lawsuit only two days after it was filed, without even requesting counter-arguments from Newsom, and with no explanation of its reasons. There was no indication of a dissent by...
State Leaders, Pork Producers Thank Japan’s Nippon Foods for Purchasing from Nebraska
Nebraska Governor
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September 9, 2025
NEBRASKA, September 9 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 State Leaders, Pork Producers Thank Japan’s Nippon Foods for Purchasing from Nebraska LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen and Nebraska’s trade delegation held a dinner in Tokyo, Japan...
Governor Newsom deploys new teams to fight crime in major California cities, building on existing successful efforts
Office of the California Governor
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August 28, 2025
Today’s announcement builds on successful CHP efforts already underway in Oakland, Bakersfield, and San Bernardino. CHP officers assigned to Crime Suppression Teams will saturate high-crime areas, target repeat offenders, and seize illicit weapons...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.27.25
Office of the California Governor
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August 28, 2025
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Jamie Jones, of Sacramento, has been appointed Senior Advisor for Strategic Initiatives, Community Engagement, and Outreach at the California Department of Veterans...
Industry Leading Apparel Brands Patagonia & Toad&Co Join Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies as Ambassadors
EIN Presswire
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August 27, 2025
Blue Whales and Blue Skies is proud to welcome two California-based brands known for challenging the status quo of corporate responsibility to its program. CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Protecting Blue Whales and Blue...
Governor Newsom continues to work with Legislature to pass critical power grid proposal: ‘Our best shot at affordability this year’
Office of the California Governor
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August 27, 2025
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today again highlighted the need for the state to pass a viable proposal to save California consumers upwards of $1 billion every year on energy costs, savings that would benefit millions of Californians. The...
Californians strongly support the Governor’s strategy to create more housing
Office of the California Governor
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August 26, 2025
The results show across-the-board support for the Governor’s revisions to CEQA. Here’s who is ready to see more projects be built now: All Californians: 74% Californians across party lines: 70% of Republicans, 81% of Democrats Californians across...
Valley Wellness to open luxury behavioral health facility in Corona, CA
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 9, 2025
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valley Wellness, a California-based behavioral health treatment company, has announced the opening of its first facility in Corona, CA. The company has selected a 4.2-acre estate in Corona Hills,...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.26.25
Office of the California Governor
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August 27, 2025
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Adam Brezine, of Fairfax, has been appointed Chief Counsel at the California High-Speed Rail Authority. Brezine has been a Legal Director at Adobe Inc. since 2022. He...
California Residents Urge Lawmakers to Allow Electronic Deposits for Unclaimed Asset Payments
EIN Presswire
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August 26, 2025
Californians question paper check payouts, calling for faster and safer electronic deposits as unclaimed asset claims surge. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As more Californians successfully file claims for...
California Man Charged with Tax Refund Fraud Scheme
The U.S. Attorney's Office District of Puerto Rico
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August 26, 2025
An indictment was unsealed last week in Los Angeles charging a California man with mail fraud and various tax crimes related to a tax refund fraud scheme. The following is according to the indictment: from 2016 through 2025, Melvin Louis Hughes,...
Governor Newsom continues California’s aggressive response to extreme heat and critical fire weather
Office of the California Governor
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August 26, 2025
For more than one week, high temperatures, low humidity and dry lightning were present throughout the state. California took action by predeploying available resources to communities that could be impacted by severe fire weather. Local fire...
Genentech Named Official Supporter of AwareNow’s MS Channel, Recognized as a “Cause Champion”
EIN Presswire
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September 9, 2025
Partnership expands access to real patient stories, stats, and resources for multiple sclerosis through AwareNow’s Table of Causes™. OWOSSO, MI, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- OWOSSO, Mich. — September 9, 2025 — AwareNow...
Texas Governor Signs Republican-Favoring Redistricting Bill
MENAFN
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August 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill Friday that redraws the state’s congressional districts in favor of Republicans. The plan, supported by former President Trump, could create up to five new Republican seats in the US House, where...
California Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez Tours EGR USA Facility, Showcasing the Specialty Automotive Aftermarket
EIN Presswire
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August 25, 2025
Highlighting the company’s innovation, advanced manufacturing, and role in the state’s growing specialty automotive aftermarket industry. ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- EGR USA, a leading manufacturer of...
Latest Data Published by ClaimNotify Confirms Billions in Unclaimed Assets Across California Counties
EIN Presswire
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August 30, 2025
Los Angeles County holds more than $2.5 billion in unclaimed assets, Orange County over $700 million, according to ClaimNotify data. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Billions of dollars in unclaimed assets...
Governor Newsom predeploys more firefighting resources to Trinity County
Office of the California Governor
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August 25, 2025
SACRAMENTO – At the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today approved the predeployment of five fire engines to Trinity County ahead of expected high temperatures, low humidity, and...
Technical Interview Preparation Course For Software Engineers and Engineering Managers - Interview Kickstart's Roadmap to Google, Meta & Amazon Jobs in 2025 and Top Tech Salaries
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 8, 2025
Santa Clara, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Santa Clara, California - September 08, 2025 - In 2025, the landscape for software engineers aiming to break into FAANG companies has become increasingly competitive. While hiring volumes at major...
Texas Governor Signs Law to Redraw Congressional Maps
MENAFN
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August 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Texas Governor Greg Abbott enacted a law on Friday that revises the state's congressional district boundaries, benefiting Republicans, according to reports from media outlets. The new redistricting plan was advocated by President Donald...