Tuesday - November 26, 2024
State Tipoffs Involving California Newsletter for Wednesday October 02, 2024 ( 57 items )  

'Dancing With the Stars' Kicks Off Back-to-Back Episodes With Rhythm and Grooves on 'Soul Train Night' on Oct. 7
BURBANK, California, Oct. 1 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: Download Assets HERE "Soul Train Night" All aboard the Funk Express! The remaining 11 couples get their groove on with performances worthy of being seen on the iconic musical variety television show "Soul Train." "Soul Train Night" airs on a special night as part of a two-night event beginning MONDAY, OCT. 7 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT/PDT, 7:00-9:01 p.m. CDT), broadcasting across both ABC and Disney+ in  more

'Don't Come Home' on October 31: New Thai Mystery Series Premieres on Netflix
LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 2 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news: Netflix unveils a fresh take on the mystery and thriller genres in Don't Come Home, a new Thai series created in collaboration with Hub Ho Hin Bangkok. The compelling storyline is brought to life by Thailand's acclaimed actresses, including Woranuch Bhirombhakdi, Pitchapa Phanthumchinda, and Cindy Sirinya Bishop. The first look offers a glimpse into the chilling events that transpire b  more

9th Circuit Upholds CCRC's US Tax Court Victory
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 2 -- Hanson Bridgett, a law firm, issued the following news release: Hanson Bridgett LLP is pleased to announce a significant victory for Continuing Life Communities Thousand Oaks LLC ("Continuing Life" or the "Taxpayer") in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The Court upheld a U.S. Tax Court ruling, affirming that Continuing Life's method of recognizing deferred entrance fees for its retirement community, University Village Thousand Oaks (UVTO), clearly reflect  more

A High-Stakes Drama Starring Kajol and Kriti Sanon, Netflix's 'Do Patti' Set to Release on October 25
LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 2 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news on Sept. 30, 2024: Brace yourselves, a high-stakes drama is afoot. Netflix today announced the much-anticipated release of the thriller Do Patti, which will stream globally from October 25. A promotional video highlighting the lead characters was also released, building up the film's promise to double up on the suspense and drama. Produced by Kanika Dhillon's Kathha Pictures alongside K  more

A Message From UC President Michael V. Drake: Working Together Toward Inclusive Excellence
BERKELEY, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California issued the following statement on Oct. 1, 2024: * * * The fall term is well underway at the University of California and we welcome our students, faculty, and staff to a new academic year. We are part of a truly vibrant community, home to a wide diversity of thought, identity, belief, and people. We recognize and indeed cherish our responsibility to honor our free speech traditions. We are resolute in our commitment to cultivating ac  more

Alaska Airlines Inaugurates Service on Five New Routes
SEATTLE, Oct. 2 -- Alaska Airlines, a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: * * * We're expanding our presence in California and adding new coast-to-coast service sure to delight our guests in the Northwest. * * * Summary - Alaska expands presence in California and adds a new coast-to-coast connection sure to delight Northwest guests. - New routes include connections between Las Vegas and both San Diego and Santa Rosa/Sonoma County, between Los   more

American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Celebrates Opening of New ASL Lab
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 2 -- California State University in Sacramento issued the following news: By Daniel Wilson Students in Sacramento State's Deaf Studies program now have a dedicated space to practice American Sign Language and collaborate with classmates. The new ASL Lab offers space for students to hang out, network and build community. Its resources and services include tutoring in partnership with the University's Peer and Academic Resource Center, an area for ASL Club meetings   more

Apple Launches New Professional Learning Resources for Teachers and Expands Global Education Grant Program
CUPERTINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: In celebration of World Teachers' Day, Apple today launched all-new free classroom resources to help educators and students embrace creativity in any lesson, and is celebrating educators through special collections and offerings across Apple services. Additionally, the company announced a major expansion of its groundbreaking educa  more

As Republicans Continue to Block Right to IVF, Calif. Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation to Expand Access
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed SB 729 by Senator Caroline Menjivar (D-Van Nuys) which requires large group health care service plan contracts and disability insurance policies to provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility and fertility service, including in vitro fertilization (IVF). A signing message can be found here (https://a  more

Assembly Advances Gov. Newsom's Special Session Proposal to Stop Gas Price Spikes
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: The California Assembly advanced Governor Gavin Newsom's special session proposal to prevent gasoline price spikes. The Assembly passed ABx2-1, authored by Assemblymembers Gregg Hart and Cecilia Aguiar-Curry. The bill allows the state to require oil refiners to manage a minimum inventory of fuel to avoid supply shortages that create higher gasoline prices for consumers - and hi  more

AV Successfully Flight Tests New Solar-Powered Aircraft, Redefines Stratospheric Payload Capabilities
MONROVIA, California, Oct. 2 -- AeroVironment issued the following news release: ARLINGTON, Va., Oct 1, 2024 - AeroVironment (AV) flight-tested an upgraded Sunglider, enhancing its High-Altitude Platform-Station (HAPS) capabilities for commercial and government markets. The result is Horus A, the new version of Sunglider for government applications. Horus A is a solar-powered UAS capable of carrying up to 150 lb of payload with 1.5 kW of available power, offering industry-leading stratospheric   more

Blue Shield of California Combines Cutting-Edge Technology and High-Touch Care to Enhance Medicare Products and Services for Seniors
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 2 -- The Blue Shield of California issued the following news release: * * * As the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period for 2025 approaches, October 15 through December 7, 2024, Blue Shield is highlighting new services and collaborations. * * * OAKLAND, Calif. (Oct. 1, 2024) - As the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2025 approaches, October 15 through December 7, 2024, Blue Shield of California is highlighting new services and collaborations that suppo  more

Blue Shield of California Slashes Cost of World's Best-Selling Drug
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 2 -- The Blue Shield of California issued the following news release: * * * Nonprofit health plan collaborates with Fresenius Kabi and Evio Pharmacy Solutions to purchase FDA-approved Humira biosimilar for $525 per monthly dose, compared to the market reported net price of Humira at $2,100. * * * * New drug available for most members at $0 co-pay starting January 1, 2025 when Blue Shield launches Pharmacy Care Reimagined model for its commercial customers. *  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Judicial Appointments
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced his nomination of three Court of Appeal Justices: Justice Brian M. Hoffstadt as Presiding Justice of the Second District Court of Appeal, Division Five; Judge Michelle C. Kim as an Associate Justice of the Second District Court of Appeal, Division One; and Judge Anne K. Richardson as an Associate Justice of the Second District Court of App  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces New Initiatives to Advance Safe, Responsible AI, Protect Californians
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom announced a series of initiatives to further protect Californians from fast-moving and transformative GenAI technology, while vetoing legislation that falls short of providing a flexible, comprehensive solution to curbing the potential catastrophic risks. Over the past 30 days, Governor Newsom signed 17 bills covering the deployment and regulation of Gen  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Issues Legislative Update
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: * AB 98 by Assemblymember Juan Carrillo (D-Palmdale) - Planning and zoning: logistics use: truck routes. * AB 347 by Assemblymember Philip Ting (D-San Francisco) - Household product safety: toxic substances: testing and enforcement. * AB 772 by Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) -   more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Issues Legislative Update
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: * AB 1113 by Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento) - California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System: expanded learning opportunity programs. * AB 1775 by Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) - Cannabis: retail preparation, sale, and consumption of noncannabis food and beverage p  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation to Support California's Veterans
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he had signed a package of bills designed to support veterans in a variety of ways, including housing and education. "Our veterans have sacrificed so much for our country, and it is our duty to do what we can to support them in return. I am proud to sign into law legislation that will honor their service, improve their lives in Calif  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom: Cal Guard Counterdrug Task Force Seizes More Than 9.5 Million Pills With Fentanyl
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the Cal Guard's Counterdrug Task Force continued its crackdown on fentanyl at California's ports of entry, supporting the seizure of over 772,000 pills with an estimated street value of $3.8 million in August. "Each month, the California National Guard continues the life-saving work of supporting local, state, and federal agencies in k  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom: California Bans Legacy, Donor Preferences in Admissions at Private, Nonprofit Universities
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed AB 1780 by Assemblymember Phil Ting (D-San Francisco) to prohibit legacy and donor preferences in the admissions process for private, nonprofit institutions. Legacy status and donor preferences have long been excluded from the state's public university admissions process. The University of California system eliminated le  more

Calif. Gov. Newsom: California Gets Hundreds of Millions of Dollars From Biden-Harris Administration for Parks, Rivers, Clean Transportation
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: In just the last week, California has received $360 million from the Biden-Harris Administration to support critical projects across the state, including habitat restoration, park improvements and rail and highway investments. The federal funding complements historic investments made by the Newsom Administration - all supporting the Governor's agenda to build more, faster. "  more

CalState-San Marcos: Panel to Discuss Resources for Undocumented Students
SAN MARCOS, California, Oct. 2 -- California State University's San Marcos campus issued the following news release: Marisol Clark-Ibanez, the chair of the Cal State San Marcos sociology department, is hosting an event to discuss resources for undocumented students on Oct. 14 from 5:30-8 p.m. at the McMahan House. The event will feature keynote speaker and CSUSM alumna Carolina Valdivia, a UC Irvine professor who also serves as the investigator of the UndocuResearch project. Valdivia will s  more

CoreLogic: US Annual Home Price Growth Inches Up in August
IRVINE, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- CoreLogic, a property, mortgage and consumer information provider, issued the following news release: * * * * Year over year, U.S. single-family home prices rose to 3.9% in August, the lowest rate of growth recorded since last July. * Home price gains are projected to slow to 2.3% by the end of summer 2025. * Hawaii was the only state to post an annual price drop in August, at -0.1%. * * * CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics an  more

Doctor Odyssey: Wellness Week (10/17)
BURBANK, California, Oct. 1 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: THURSDAY, OCT. 17 9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT Doctor Odyssey: "Wellness Week" (104) Logline: During a week dedicated to wellness, The Odyssey ironically finds itself overwhelmed by a surge of ailing patients. Meanwhile, Tristan's new romance sparks jealousy, and Capt. Massey must bring the ship to safety in the midst of a hurricane. (TV-14) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: http  more

Gonzaga Accepts Invitation to Join Pac-12 Conference
SPOKANE, Washington, Oct. 2 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news: * * * Gonzaga University teams up with Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, San Diego State University, Oregon State University, Washington State University, and Utah State University, to solidify the conference's best-in-the-west expansion strategy. Gonzaga's basketball excellence amplifies the overall athletic and football prowess of the New Era Pac-12, set to comm  more

Grey's Anatomy: This One's for the Girls (10/17)
BURBANK, California, Oct. 1 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: THURSDAY, OCT. 17 10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT Grey's Anatomy: "This One's for the Girls" (2104) Logline: Mika struggles with a life-altering personal matter. Meanwhile, Bailey and Ben navigate their personal and professional roles, while Levi finds a connection in an unlikely place. Jo and Link get surprising news. (TV-14, S) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www.dgepre  more

High Potential: Dancers in the Dark (10/4) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/24/24)
BURBANK, California, Oct. 1 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: FRIDAY, OCT. 4 8:00-9:01 p.m. EDT High Potential: "Dancers in the Dark" (Episode Two) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 9/24/24) Logline: As Morgan and the detectives adjust to her new role as a consultant, they investigate the attempted murder of a tap dancer and discover things are not quite as they seem. Meanwhile, Ava learns more about her father, and Morgan surprises her kids. (TV-14, V) Watch episodes ne  more

House Majority PAC Launches New Ads in California, Michigan, Montana, New York, and Texas
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- House Majority PAC, an organization that says it focuses on electing Democrats to the House of Representatives, issued the following news release: House Majority PAC is launching new television ads across 5 districts in California, Michigan, Montana, New York, and Texas. * * * CA-47 HMP is launching two new television ads, "Total" and "Breaker", highlighting Scott Baugh's extremist anti-abortion agenda and crime record. * * * MI-10 HMP is launching a new television a  more

In His Final Act of Legislative Session, Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation Promoting Fiscal Responsibility, Budget Stability
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 30, 2024: In his final act of the year's regular legislative session, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced he signed AB 179, creating new tools for the state to set aside a portion of anticipated surplus funds in future fiscal years. "Building on the balanced budget we passed in June that eliminated our deficit -- without raising taxes on hardworking Californians and without deep prog  more

Joe Parker, Beetle Expert, Receives "Genius Grant"
PASADENA, California, Oct. 1 -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news: The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has selected Joe Parker, assistant professor of biology and biological engineering, Chen Scholar, and director of Caltech's Center for Evolutionary Science, as a 2024 MacArthur Fellow. The MacArthur Fellowship is an $800,000, "no strings attached" grant awarded to individuals in a variety of fields who have shown "exceptional originality in and dedi  more

LMU Receives $5 Million From W.M. Keck Foundation to Support New Engineering Innovation Complex
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 2 -- Loyola Marymount University issued the following news release: Loyola Marymount University has received a $5 million grant from the W.M. Keck Foundation in support of the new Engineering Innovation Complex (EIC), a planned capital expansion for LMU Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering. The Keck Foundation has supported the university for more than four decades with grants now totaling $9 million. Their latest gift is the first in the match of t  more

Marcus & Millichap Arranges $4.75 Million Sale of 25-Unit Multifamily in Mansfield
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: MANSFIELD, Mass., Sept. 30, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of a 25-unit multifamily property at 1 Samoset Avenue in Mansfield, Massachusetts, for $4,750,000. "The demand for suburban multifamily remains incredibly strong. This trend was on full display   more

Marcus & Millichap Arranges The Sale Of A 7,140-Square-Foot Mixed-Use Building in Idaho
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: GRANGEVILLE, ID, September 30, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Blue Fox Theatre, a 7,140 sqft mixed-use property located in Grangeville, Idaho. The asset sold for $500,000. Jesse K. Fox, an investment specialist in Marcus & Millichap's Seattle office,   more

Marcus & Millichap Arranges the Sale of Two Advanced Dermatology Office Buildings in Fort Collins, CO
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: FORT COLLINS, Colo., October 1, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of two Advanced Dermatology offices, a 4,345-square-foot property and an 11,857-square-foot property both located in Fort Collins, Colorado. The assets sold for $4,417,000. Cory Gross and Eri  more

Marcus & Millichap Brokers $5.65 Million Retail Center Sale in Sunrise
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 30, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of West Commercial Landings, an 11,700 square foot retail center in Sunrise, Florida, for $5,650,000. "West Commercial Landings not only had immediate leasing upside but also very little deferred ma  more

Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of Fully Occupied Retail Center in Prime North Dallas Corridor
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: DALLAS, Sept. 30, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Prestonwood Court I, a 39,688-square-foot, multi-tenant retail center in Dallas, Texas. Philip Levy, executive managing director in the Dallas office exclusively marketed the property on behalf of the s  more

Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of Garden-Style Multifamily Property in Fort Lauderdale
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 1, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Riverside Manors, a 10-unit multifamily property in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for $2,050,000. "Riverside Manors presented an excellent opportunity for the buyer to acquire a boutique portfo  more

Marcus & Millichap Facilitates Sale of 3,380-Unit Three-Property Self-Storage Portfolio
ENCINO, California, Oct. 2 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 1, 2024 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Storage Center, a three-property, 3,380-unit self-storage portfolio consisting of multiple multi-story assets located in Austin and San Antonio, Texas and Glendale, Arizona. "The exceptional qual  more

Metropolitan Transportation Commission: Regional Agencies Mark Milestone in the Mandatory Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program
OAKLAND, California, Oct. 2 -- The Metropolitan Transportation Commission issued the following news release: * * * Thousands of Reminder Letters to be Mailed, Employers Urged to Enroll Today * * * The Bay Area Air Quality Management District and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission today marked the 10-year anniversary of the Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program, which requires employers with 50 or more full-time employees in the region to enroll in the program, select the commuter benefi  more

National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Establishes Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy
SAN DIEGO, California, Oct. 2 -- San Diego State University issued the following news: * * * The NCBWA has launched a new award recognizing student-athletes who are involved in community service and volunteerism, the Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy. * * * The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association has launched a new award recognizing student-athletes who are involved in community service and volunteerism, the Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy, with the inaugural recipient to   more

NetApp Expands Collaboration With Google Cloud to Provide Data Storage for Distributed Cloud Infrastructure
SUNNYVALE, California, Oct. 2 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release: * * * Google Distributed Cloud architecture integrates intelligent data infrastructure to drive secure AI innovation * * * SAN JOSE, Calif. - October 1, 2024 - NetApp (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent data infrastructure company, today announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Google Cloud with the integration of unified data storage  more

Netflix: 'Uprising' Trailer Explores Gripping Tale of Friendship, Betrayal in War-Torn Old Korea
LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 2 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news: What led two once-loyal friends to face each other as enemies on the battlefield? The main trailer and character posters for Uprising have been unveiled, giving viewers a glimpse of the answer to this question. Directed by Kim Sang-man and produced by the renowned Park Chan-wook, who co-wrote the film with Shin Chul, Uprising offers a compelling narrative set against the chaos of war. T  more

Netflix: Trailer for Japanese Romance Drama Series 'Beyond Goodbye' Unveiled - A Tale of Love, Loss, and Fate Premiering November 14
LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 2 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news: Chronicling heartbreak and destiny, the new romance drama Beyond Goodbye is set to premiere on November 14. Written by the renowned Yoshikazu Okada (The 8-Year Engagement, The Last 10 Years), the series stars Kasumi Arimura (We Made a Beautiful Bouquet, Call Me Chihiro) and Kentaro Sakaguchi (The Last 10 Years). The newly released main trailer and key art offer a glimpse into this bitte  more

PennWest Receives Transformational $3.2 Million Gift to Enhance Early Childhood Education
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 -- PennWest issued the following news: Pennsylvania Western University has received a $3.2 million gift to enhance early childhood education at the Rutledge Institute for Early Childhood Education. The transformational donation came from Karen and Tom Rutledge, who established the Rutledge Institute for Early Childhood Education at PennWest California in 2018 with a historic $4.2 million gift. The latest contribution will significantly increase the institute's  more

Pitzer College: Engaging Other Cultures Through Baseball
CLAREMONT, California, Oct. 1 -- Pitzer College issued the following news: * * * Pomona-Pitzer Hall of Famer James Kang '10 traces his baseball journey from the Red Sox to international scouting * * * When James Kang '10 finished his career as a professional baseball player, he had one question on his mind. How could he continue his lifelong love for baseball while satisfying his taste for globetrotting adventure? The answer turned out to be scouting. As a scout for the Cleveland Guardians  more

SDSU Earns Seal of Excelencia Recertification for Going Beyond Enrollment to Intentionally Serve Latinx, All Students
SAN DIEGO, California, Oct. 2 -- San Diego State University issued the following news on Oct. 1, 2024: * * * Excelencia in Education recertifies SDSU as a trendsetter in efforts to be a learning environment where Latinx students thrive * * * Excelencia in Education, the nation's premier authority on efforts to accelerate Latinx student success in higher education, announced today that San Diego State University has earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia recertification. SDSU is one of onl  more

Stanford University: Researchers Illuminate Inner Workings of New-Age Soft Semiconductors
STANFORD, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- Stanford University issued the following news release: Using a specialized electron microscope designed for delicate materials, materials scientists are for the first time exploring the microstructure of promising soft semiconductors that could lead to new-generation electronics. One of the more promising classes of materials for next-generation batteries and electronic devices are the organic mixed ionic-electronic conductors, OMIECs for short. These s  more

Telecom Capex Down 10 Percent in 1H24, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release: * * * More Pain is Expected in 2024 * * * According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, telecom operators are now scaling back their investments in 5G and fixed broadband tech  more

UC Merced Earns Seal of Excelencia Recertification For Advancing Latino Student Success
MERCED, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: By Sam Yniguez In recognition for its continuing efforts to advance Latino student success, UC Merced has earned recertification of the prestigious Seal of Excelencia. The Seal is a national certification for institutions that strive to go beyond enrollment and more intentionally serve Latino students. The university first received the Seal from Excelencia in Education -an organization focused on acce  more

UC San Diego Health is Home to San Diego's Top Docs
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California San Diego campus issued the following news: * * * Annual survey is a coveted honor and recognizes extraordinary physicians at UC San Diego Health * * * By Annie Pierce Every year, local doctors vote for their much-admired colleagues in San Diego Magazine's annual "Physicians of Exceptional Excellence" survey. This year, UC San Diego Health physicians topped the charts. "We are so proud to have so many of our physicians on the 'T  more

UC-Irvine: Adeline and Robert Mah Donate Another $20 Million Toward Falling Leaves Foundation Medical Innovation Building
IRVINE, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release: * * * Gift to advance molecular innovation, vaccine development centers * * * Dr. Robert A. Mah and Dr. Adeline Yen Mah and their Falling Leaves Foundation are giving $20 million more to the University of California, Irvine to provide support for the Falling Leaves Foundation Medical Innovation Building and centers to be located in the state-of-the-art medical research facility, which   more

UC-Riverside: Airborne Plastic Chemical Levels Shock Researchers
RIVERSIDE, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news: * * * Phthalates are known reproductive toxins and carcinogens * * * A new study documents how Southern Californians are chronically being exposed to toxic airborne chemicals called plasticizers, including one that's been banned from children's items and beauty products. Plasticizers are chemical compounds that make materials more flexible. They are used in a wide variety of p  more

UC-San Diego: Spinning Out New Biomaterials Startup Is Harder Than You Think
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- The University of California San Diego campus issued the following news on Oct. 1, 2024: * * * Study shows spider silk bioproduction presents opportunities and challenges * * * By Michelle Franklin Today, entrepreneurship is everywhere, including science. Engineers and scientists often apply their research to a product or service and use it to launch a startup. The world of bioproduction -- using living cells and organisms to manufacture products --   more

UCLA Expands Graduate Housing With New Canfield Apartments in Cheviot Hills
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California issued the following news release: * * * Key takeaways * UCLA has purchased a newly constructed 62-unit apartment building in Cheviot Hills, with floor plans ranging from studios to three-bedroom units.​​​​​​ * Five apartments are designated as deed-restricted affordable housing with rents even lower than UCLA's regular below-market rates. ​​​​​​ * The building, less than 5 miles from UCLA, is close to a  more

University of California, Librarians Union Agree on New Contract
BERKELEY, California, Oct. 2 -- The University of California issued the following news release on Oct. 1, 2024: The University of California agreed to a new contract with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) today ( Oct. 1) for 354 Professional Librarians across the UC system's 10 universities and six academic health centers. The agreement was reached after 21 bargaining sessions over 11 months between the two parties. The new contract expires on Jan. 1, 2029. Major components of the n  more

Walz vs. Vance Debate: USC Experts Available for Comment
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Southern California issued the following news release: Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio GOP Sen. J.D. Vance will face off in their first scheduled debate on Tuesday, Oct. 1. USC experts are available for pre- and post-debate comment and analysis. Contact: Nina Raffio, raffio@usc.edu or (213) 442-8464; USC Media Relations, uscnews@usc.edu or (213) 740-2215 * * * Campaigns, Polls and Voters Mindy Romero is a political so  more

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts: Appetite for Travel? Ramada Seeks Chief Eats Officer to Uncover World's Greatest Cultural Delights
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Oct. 2 -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * Launches search for cultural brand ambassador with a $15,000 prize * * * Imagine wandering through the markets of Turkiye, soaking in the serene landscapes of California and exploring the vibrant streets of Panama. Now, imagine experiencing all these destinations on a single, unforgettable, global journey, snapping incredible photos along the way. One lucky adventurer will do just that as th  more