SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Mozilla, a web browser, issued the following news: We launched the Mozilla Builders Accelerator with the theme of local AI back in June. Our goal was to spark innovation in the AI ecosystem. Now, 14 exciting projects are leading the charge. Calling on AI and machine learning engineers passionate about open source and local AI, nearly 200 applicants from 44 countries stepped up to push the boundaries of what's possible with running models directly on perso more PR

BURBANK, California, Sept. 27 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: WEDNESDAY, OCT. 9 9:30-10:02 p.m. EDT Abbott Elementary: "Back to School" (401) (Season Premiere) Logline: The neighboring construction site of a new golf course is causing issues at Abbott, forcing the teachers to find creative solutions. An HR representative visits the school. Following their kiss, Janine and Gregory's relationship status is revealed. (TV-PG, DL) Watch episodes next day on H more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 27 -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release: DALLAS (September 26, 2024) -- AECOM, the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, in partnership with the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI), today launched the SMI Nature Risk Tool at NYC Climate Week 2024. Developed by AECOM as part of its work leading SMI's Measurement and Transparency Task Force, the first-of-its-kind tool is designed to revolutionize the way infrastructure proje more PR

RIVERSIDE, California, Sept. 27 -- Bourns, a manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, issued the following news release on Sept. 26, 2024: * * * Bourns Model SA2-A Series boasts a high surge current rating that delivers enhanced electrical performance and robust surge protection for demanding applications * * * Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions, today announced its Model SA2-A High Voltage Gas Di more PR

OAKLAND, California, Sept. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release on Sept. 26, 2024: California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the release of the updated Guide for Charities, which provides best practices for charitable organizations (including charities, charitable trusts, and other nonprofits), fundraising professionals, and charitable fundraising platforms that operate in California. The Attorney General has the primary responsibility for su more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued the following statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom signing into law Assembly Bill (AB) 2695, which will require law enforcement agencies to collect data on crimes occurring on Indian lands and report that information to the California Department of Justice as part of its efforts to address the Missing and Murd more PR

OAKLAND, California, Sept. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a statement in response to the Governor signing Assembly Bill (AB) 2319, which aims to reduce the alarming and disproportionate maternal mortality rate of Black women and other pregnant persons of color by ensuring successful implementation of Senate Bill 464 (SB 464) (Mitchell), the California Dignity in Pregnancy and Chi more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced a new state-level collaborative to examine battery storage technologies and safety considerations as batteries proliferate in critical infrastructure and everyday life in California. The collaborative brings together multiple state agencies and departments with regulatory and industry expertise, including the California Air Resources B more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: * AB 598 by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) - San Francisco Bay Area Regional Housing Finance Act: regional and county expenditure plans. * AB 653 by Assemblymember Eloise Gomez Reyes (D-Colton) - Public housing authorities: reports. * AB 810 by Assemblymember Laura Friedman (D-Glendale)  more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following proclamation on Sept. 27, 2024: As leaders of Native American tribes from across California gather at the State Capitol to celebrate Native American Day, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed today Native American Day and announced the signing of several bills that advance tribal priorities. The package of bills includes policies to improve laws for vulnerable Native American youth and increase access to socia more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced he signed a bipartisan package of bills into law to protect crime victims, including victims of domestic abuse. The new laws will help build on California's protections for victims and survivors of domestic abuse, creating additional resources and access to safeguard victims from abusers. "I am proud to sign these laws to help victims e more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced he signed legislation to enhance safety measures along a dangerous stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in Malibu that has claimed over 60 lives since 2010. The legislation builds on existing state efforts aiming to save lives on this section of the PCH. The Governor signed SB 1297 by Senator Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica), which allo more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation today to protect youth against the inappropriate use of restraints and isolation in residential treatment facilities. The bill will also increase public transparency and state oversight around these incidents by requiring facilities to report incidences and posting information online. SB 1043, authored by Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bake more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom today signed a package of bills aimed at strengthening access, accountability, and outcomes in the state's behavioral health care system, especially for those with the most serious mental health issues and substance use disorders. "Tackling the mental health and substance use disorder crises facing our nation and state is one of the most important goal more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: As Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane overnight, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of California Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) members to the area impacted by the hurricane. In close coordination with FEMA, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is immediately deploying 151 firefighters and support personn more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 28 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following final resolution (No. ALJ 176-355) on Sept. 27, 2024: * * * Preliminary determinations of category for proceedings initiated by application pursuant to Rule 7.1 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Senate Bill (SB) 960 (Leonard, ch. 96-0856) requires, among other things, that the Commission categorize proceedings for purposes of determining the applicable restrictions on ex p more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 28 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following order (Case No. 24-09-052) on Sept. 27, 2024: * * * BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Application of the Green Power Institute for an Award of Intervenor Compensation for Substantial Contributions to Resolutions SPD-1, SPD-2, and SPD-3. ORDER DENYING REHEARING OF DECISION 24-01-043 I. INTRODUCTION In Decision (D.) 24-01-043 (Decision), we resolved Green Po more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 27 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following order (Case No. 24-09-025) on Sept. 26, 2024: * * * BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA YOCHA DEHE WINTUN NATION, a federally-recognized tribal government, Complainant, vs. PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (U39E.), Defendant. ORDER OF DISMISSAL Upon written and unopposed request of all parties, Case 23-08-022 is dismissed under Public Utilities Code Section 3 more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 27 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following proposed decision (No. 18-07-005) on Sept. 26, 2024: * * * BEFORE THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Order Instituting Rulemaking to Consider New Approaches to Disconnections and Reconnections to Improve Energy Access and Contain Costs. INTERIM DECISION EXTENDING DISCONNECTION RATE CAPS Summary This interim decision directs Pacific Gas and Electric Company, San Diego  more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation establishing three new state symbols: the Dungeness crab as the state crustacean, the banana slug as the state slug, and the black abalone as the state seashell. California has some of the most biodiverse environments in the world - with over 5,500 plants, animals, and other life forms. From the majestic California redwood down to th more PR

SAN DIEGO, California, Sept. 27 -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems issued the following news release: * * * Dutch Industry Encouraged to Register Online to Propose Technology Pitches for Nov. 19 Innovation and Funding Conference * * * General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has added Raymond Knops, Chairman of the Dutch Industry Foundation for Defence and Security (NIDV), and Thomas McSorley, General Counsel for NATO DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlant more PR

BURBANK, California, Sept. 27 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The following episodes are scheduled to air the week of Sept. 30-Oct. 4 (subject to change): Monday, Sept. 30 1. Gw more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- George Washington University issued the following news: Maggie Smith, the British actress known for her more recent roles in "Harry Potter" and the TV series "Downton Abbey, has passed away at the age of 89. Her career spanned six decades across TV, film and theater and she notably won Oscars for "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" and "California Suite." If you would like more context on this, please consider Imani M. Cheers, an associate professor of digital storytelling  more PR

BURBANK, California, Sept. 27 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: IHeartMedia will celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual "iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One" the season's iconic holiday music event, with the year's top artists including Katy Perry, SZA, Tate McRae, Jack Harlow, twenty one pilots, Teddy Swims, Meghan Trainor, Camila Cabello, Kane Brown, Jason Derulo, Benson Boone, Gracie Abrams and more. This year, the more PR

SANTA CLARA, California, Sept. 28 -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news on Sept. 26, 2024: * * * Intel presents its 2024 APJ and India Partner of the Year awards to 24 companies for advancing innovation. * * * What's New: Today, Intel announced the recipients of its prestigious Intel Partner Alliance Partner of the Year awards, recognizing 24 outstanding partners in Asia Pacific, Japan (APJ) an more PR

SANTA ROSA, California, Sept. 27 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * * Keysight's global services named Bronze Stevie Award winner for achievements in customer satisfaction * With KeysightCare, a curated program delivering award-winning customer support * * * Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), has been named Bronze Stevie Award winner in customer satisfaction for the 21st Annual I more PR

SANTA ROSA, California, Sept. 27 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * * Keysight test solutions drive accuracy and reliability in Thunderbolt 5 Certification * Partnership strengthens commitment to advancing industry standards and delivering superior Thunderbolt solutions * * * Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) announces that UL Solutions has appointed it as the Thunderbolt 5 prod more PR

ENCINO, California, Sept. 27 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: COLLEGE PLACE, Wash., Sept. 26, 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 net leased BestMed Urgent Care property located in College Place, Washington. The property sold for $3,027,000. Dominic Sulo, investment specialist in Marcus & Millichap's Chicago Oak B more PR

ENCINO, California, Sept. 27 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: ELMA, WA, September 25, 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 Sterling Square Apartments, a 12-unit apartment property located in Elma, Washington. The asset sold for $1,800,000. Aimon Heffernan, Ryan Dinius and Sidney Warsinske, investment specialists in  more PR

ENCINO, California, Sept. 27 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: NEW HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 26, 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 All Star Storage, a 350-unit self-storage property located in New Hartford, Connecticut. "This was a tremendous process where we received multiple competitive offers at and above list pr more PR

LOS GATOS, California, Sept. 27 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news: Netflix continues to invest in the Nordics, bringing more thrilling stories from the region across a variety of genres. During a press lunch at Netflix's new Nordic office in Stockholm, Netflix today unveiled three new exciting titles launching globally in 2025. Swedish crime series Synden written and directed by Peter Gronlund (Goliat, Beartown) and Danish feature film SULT written more PR

CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 27 -- PennWest issued the following news: Pennsylvania Western University reported significant growth in graduate and online enrollments at the Council of Trustees meeting, held Sept. 26 at the California campus. New graduate enrollment increased by 9.4%, while online enrollment saw a 9.5% rise. In total, PennWest fall 2024 enrollment stands at 10,834 total students across its California, Clarion, Edinboro and online campuses this fall. This includes 7,586 under more PR

BEVERLY HILLS, California, Sept. 28 -- Dick Clark Productions issued the following news: * * * BRAD PAISLEY, CHAKA KHAN, GLADYS KNIGHT, GREEN DAY, JENNIFER HUDSON, KANE BROWN, MARIAH CAREY, RAYE, AND STRAY KIDS TO PERFORM ON "AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL" ON CBS Featuring Appearances by Carrie Underwood, Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, and Jimmy Kimmel CBS Will Air the Two-Hour Special Live Coast to Coast on Sunday, October 6 at 8:00 PM, ET / 5:00 PM, PT * * * Los Angele more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 24 (TNSres) -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * In his annual address, Dean Yannis Yortsos recapped a transformative year, including the launch of the new School of Advanced Computing, USC's 23rd school. * * * In his annual State of the School address, Dean Yannis C. Yortsos discussed the USC Viterbi School of Engineering's major accomplishments, milestones and big wins over the past year. The  more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 24 -- Bechtel issued the following news release: * * * Industry leaders gather to reaffirm commitment to project and community as Polish government announces funding * * * Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel welcome the intention of the Polish government to allocate 60 billion zloty to fund the country's first nuclear power plant. The announcement came as the partners met with key stakeholders in Warsaw and Gdansk to showcase project progress and reaff more PR