ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 27 -- The American Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research issued the following news release: The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) is aware of the United States District Court - Northern District of California Food & Water Watch v. the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ruling that fluoridation of water at 0.7 milligrams per liter poses an unreasonable risk of reduced IQ in children. The Court's  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 26 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release: Today, the American Trucking Associations announced that Congressman Kevin Kiley (R-California) has been selected as a Trucking Champion. This elite hall of fame spotlights Members of Congress who have gone above and beyond for the 8.5 million men and women employed in the trucking industry. Congressman Kiley was chosen for this honor due to his leadership protectin  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 26 -- The California Association of Realtors issued the following news release: * * * California home sales and price are projected to increase as buyers and sellers return to the market, enticed by lower interest rates and better housing supply conditions. * * * - Existing, single-family home sales are forecast to total 304,400 units in 2025, an increase of 10.5 percent from 2024's projected pace of 275,400. - California's median home price is forecast to cli  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 27 -- The California Medical Association issued the following news release: Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 963 by Sen. Angelique Ashby to protect victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. "Emergency departments and frontline health care workers are uniquely positioned to identify victims of domestic violence and human trafficking," said Tanya W. Spirtos, M.D., president of the California Medical Association. "Governor Newsom's signing of  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 27 -- The California Dental Association issued the following news release: CDA is deeply disappointed with Gov. Gavin Newsom's veto of Senate Bill 1369, which would have restricted dental plans' coercive collection of fees associated with virtual credit card (VCC) payments. Dental plan use of VCCs to pay for dental services has exploded in recent years, resulting in high fees charged to dental offices that divert resources away from patient care and line the pock  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 25 -- Courage California, an organization that says it works to unite communities organizing for progressive change, issued the following news release: Courage California announced its YES endorsements of propositions 3, 4, 5, and 6 - and NO on propositions 35 and 36 - a slate that will positively impact the health of all Californians and protect our communities. The statewide, multi-issue organization and its 1.4 million members, will work continuously until elec  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 27 -- The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco issued the following news: * * * November Centennial Celebration Includes Thrilling Roster of Local Artist Collaborators Kicking Off Year-Long Programs Expanded Access of Languages in Programs and Education Initiatives * * * Since its founding in San Francisco on November 11, 1924, the Legion of Honor has welcomed millions of locals and visitors alike with its world-class art collection and sweeping views of the G  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 26 [Category: Environment] -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: Sacramento, CA California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a landmark bill into law yesterday evening that will offer entire neighborhoods in California the opportunity to upgrade to highly-efficient electric appliances for space heating, water heating, and cooking. SB 1221, introduced by Senator Dave Min, authorizes the California Public Utilities Commission to approve up to 30 neighborhood  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection political organization, announced its endorsement of Dave Min for election to California's 47th Congressional District. "Dave Min fought to protect animals from his seat in the California State Senate," said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund. "He can continue that crucial work at the fede  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection organization, announced its endorsement of U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta for re-election to California's 19th Congressional District. "Jimmy Panetta is an advocate for animals and the people who love them," said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund. "He is leading efforts to crack down o  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection political organization, announced its endorsement of U.S. Representative Josh Harder for re-election to California's 9th Congressional District. "Josh Harder is committed to our shared mission of animal protection," said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund. "Over the years, he has supported  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection political organization, announced its endorsement of U.S. Representative Ken Calvert for re-election to California's 41st District Congressional District. "Ken Calvert has a long history of supporting critical animal protection measures, including moving science into the 21st century while saving taxpayer dollars, ani  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection political organization, announced its endorsement of U.S. Representative Mike Garcia for re-election to California's 27th Congressional District. "Californians deserve a representative, like Mike Garcia, who works to protect animals in our homes and communities," said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Leg  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund, the nation's leading animal protection political organization, announced its endorsement of U.S. Representative Mike Levin for re-election to California's 49th Congressional District. "Representative Levin never misses an opportunity to support pro-animal policies," said Sara Amundson, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund. "He has consistently   more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 26 -- The Immigrant Legal Resource Center issued the following news release: * * * A permanent ceasefire can be the first step towards peace and stability * * * The mission of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) is to work with and educate immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to continue to build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people. We do so by helping build the legal capacity of those working on  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, issued the following statement: SACRAMENTO, Calif.--California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a new bill into law, SB 976, that will fail to protect a single Californian from harm online. Rather than try to find effective and constitutional solutions to help Californians and their families stay safe online, it is unfortunate to see the state's govern  more

SANTA MONICA, California, Sept. 27 (TNSfact) -- Rand issued the following fact sheet on Sept. 26, 2024: * * * U.S. Climate Policy Explained: What Americans Need to Know According to the Pew Research Center (https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/08/09/what-the-data-says-about-americans-views-of-climate-change/), over 60 percent of Americans believe that climate change is affecting their community directly. Three-quarters of Americans support U.S. participation in global efforts to curb   more

SANTA MONICA, California, Sept. 27 (TNSres) -- Rand issued the following commentary: * * * National Preparedness Month: Advocating for a Holistic Approach to Increased Resilience By Glen Woodbury Natural hazards impact every corner of the United States. The Southeast contends with hurricanes, the West faces earthquakes, rivers flood the central states, and tornadoes disrupt communities across the country. Adding to these natural events are the growing threats of domestic terrorism, nation-st  more

SANTA MONICA, California, Sept. 27 -- The Recording Academy issued the following news release: * * * Khatia Buniatishvili, Felukah and Fally Ipupa Performed Intimate Concert at The Recording Academy(R)'S New York Townhouse to Help Raise Awareness For Climate Action * * * NEW YORK (SEPT. 26, 2024) - The Recording Academy(R) and Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Alliance, with the support of United Nations Human Rights and University of Oxford, joined together on Sept. 24 to promote the 202  more

SAN JOSE, California, Sept. 25 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release: * * * Distinguished CMU Professor Recognized for Out-of-the-Box Thinking in 3D IC Research * * * MILPITAS, Calif. -- September 24, 2024 -- Dr. Wojciech P. Maly, a pioneer in broad spectrum research in electronic system design who died in 2021, today was inducted posthumously into the Phil Kaufman Hall of Fame. The honor, co-sponsored   more

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 27 -- The Simon Wiesenthal Center issued the following news: In an act of historical inversion of the largest mass murder of Jews since the Holocaust on October 7th, the Chilean Senate and Chamber of Deputies' Chilean-Palestinian friendship groups are sponsoring an event titled "A year of genocide, 76 years of suffering" on October 9th in the Hall of Honor of the Congress of Chile. Rather than condemning the murder of more than 1,100 innocent Israelis on October   more

OAKLAND, California, Sept. 27 -- Transgender Law Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to change law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression, issued the following news release: As we witness the rise of authoritarianism and increased backlash on Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and LGBTQ communities--particularly attacks on trans communities of color--the Transgender   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Candidate Scott Baugh to represent California's forty-seventh Congressional District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will stand up for free enterprise, including by vigorously advocating for public policy solutions that will spur economic growth, support jobs, and promote businesses of all sizes' abili  more