Culver City, California

Attorney Amy Witherite Warns: First Responders in Texas Should Be Concerned About Autonomous Trucks

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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2024 is the year many companies are promising to place tractor-trailers on Texas highways without a driver in the cab.

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  • 2024 is the year many companies are promising to place tractor-trailers on Texas highways without a driver in the cab.
  • Attorney Amy Witherite, an expert in trucking safety, warns that these 80,000-pound vehicles may pose a special danger to first responders.
  • Using a fire engine to protect first responders at accident scenes is a widespread practice.
  • This year there was a major increase in drivers who are afraid, rising to 68% as compared to 55% in 2022.

Glendale Community College Brings The Power of Cinematic Storytelling and VR to the Classroom

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
Planetarium, Storytelling, Motivation, Research, STEM, ASU, Imagination, Learning, Student, History, Virtual reality, Culver City, California, Science, Teaching, University, Curriculum, Partnership, Dreamscape, Joe Stillman, VR, GCC, Knowledge, Glendale Community College, Thought, Architecture, Tutoring, Nursing, Management, Tourism, Arizona State University

GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Glendale Community College (GCC) announced a new partnership with Dreamscape Learn to offer students an in-person immersive learning experience that will be taught in a new state-of-the-art Virtual Reality Center, enabled by a state grant secured by Senator Anthony Portantino (D-Burbank). Based on research at Arizona State University, which found students performed better in courses that integrated this new approach to teaching and learning, Glendale will be the country's first community college to offer introductory science courses that incorporate VR-enabled instruction.

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  • "We've been really impressed by the results at Arizona State, and are excited to bring this powerful educational experience to our campus.
  • We're grateful for Senator Portantino's unwavering dedication to fostering innovation in the classroom."
  • I'm proud that Glendale Community College is not only thinking about how these learning experiences can benefit their college students, but are also working intentionally to offer the experiences to local high school students."
  • The $4.5M in state funding will be administered by the Glendale College Foundation during the initial 5-year project.

Fuel Up to Play 60’s Hometown Grant Awarded to Culver City Unified School District on World School Milk Day

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Friday, September 30, 2022
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More exciting still is that Culver City Unified School District will be leveraging this community investment across all schools in the district, said Tammy Anderson-Wise, CEO, Dairy Council of California.

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  • More exciting still is that Culver City Unified School District will be leveraging this community investment across all schools in the district, said Tammy Anderson-Wise, CEO, Dairy Council of California.
  • This grant was awarded to Culver City Unified School District after Dairy Council of Californias Mobile Dairy Classroom assembly celebrated World School Milk Day at Farragut Elementary with over 500 students.
  • $10,000 can make a meaningful difference in elevating the health of children and families in the Culver City Unified School District.
  • Every year on the last Wednesday in September, many countries around the world celebrate World School Milk Day, recognizing the health benefits of school milk and the school nutrition programs that provide milk directly to students.

Byrna Technologies Holds Private Less-Lethal Security Onboarding & Training Event at Sony Pictures Studios, A New Byrna Customer

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Security, Law enforcement, Companies, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony, Electric vehicle industry, Mitsui, Culver City, California, Non-lethal weapon, Security guard

ANDOVER, Mass., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Byrna Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: BYRN) (CSE: BYRN) ("Byrna" or "the Company") today announced that the Company recently conducted its first on-site training program for private security at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City.

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  • ANDOVER, Mass., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Byrna Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: BYRN) (CSE: BYRN) ("Byrna" or "the Company") today announced that the Company recently conducted its first on-site training program for private security at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City.
  • Rob Esperaza, Director of Security at Sony Pictures Entertainment, commented on Sony's search for a less-lethal solution for its security team.
  • "We looked into several non-lethal options before selecting the Byrna HD Plus.
  • Esperaza continued, "We were also impressed with the knowledge and professionalism of the Byrna team and the quality of the training program.

Antioch University Los Angeles Announces Congressmember Karen Bass As 2021 Commencement Speaker

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
California, Legislatures, Members of the California State Legislature, Antioch University Los Angeles, Antioch University, Culver City, California, Karen Bass

CULVER CITY, Calif., June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Antioch University Los Angeles (AULA) is honored to announce that Congressmember Karen Bass will deliver the commencement address at AULA's virtual ceremony on Saturday, June 27, 2021.

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  • CULVER CITY, Calif., June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Antioch University Los Angeles (AULA) is honored to announce that Congressmember Karen Bass will deliver the commencement address at AULA's virtual ceremony on Saturday, June 27, 2021.
  • This is the second time Congressmember Bass will serve as commencement speaker, having done so in 2010.
  • "Congressmember Bass has been a tireless and effective champion for a just, equitable society," said Mark Hower, PhD, Antioch University Los Angeles President and CEO.
  • Antioch University Los Angeles (AULA)provides a rigorous, progressive education to prepare students for the complexities of today's diverse societies.

Ivy Station Reveal – Upper Ivy Apartments at 500,000-square-foot Mixed-use Development Welcoming Residents – Office, Hotel and Retail Set for Summer Opening

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Public transport, Construction & Property, Rail, Transport, Urban planning, Lodging, Travel, Residential Building & Real Estate, Video game characters, Westside, Culver City station, E Line, Culver City, California, Ivy Valentine

Ivy Station\xe2\x80\x99s ownership group consists of Lowe, AECOM-Canyon Partners and Rockwood Capital.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThe opening of Upper Ivy is a major milestone in the completion of Ivy Station.

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  • Ivy Station\xe2\x80\x99s ownership group consists of Lowe, AECOM-Canyon Partners and Rockwood Capital.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThe opening of Upper Ivy is a major milestone in the completion of Ivy Station.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cThis area of Culver City is evolving and Ivy Station sits at the center of this dynamic district.
  • In addition to Ivy station tenant WarnerMedia, nearby studio space in Culver City has been leased to Apple and Amazon, joining legendary Sony Pictures Studios.
  • RELM provided landscape design while KFA, in addition to designing the apartments and hotel, created the property master plan.

California-based Gomez Trial Attorneys Files Lawsuit Against Hilton Worldwide Holdings

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Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Culver City, California, Westside, Hilton Worldwide, Lawsuit, Investment, Financial markets, Finance

SAN DIEGO, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- California-based Gomez Trial Attorneys today announced the filing of a major lawsuit against Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. and its Culver City-based DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel.

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  • SAN DIEGO, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- California-based Gomez Trial Attorneys today announced the filing of a major lawsuit against Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. and its Culver City-based DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel.
  • Gomez Trial Attorneys requests that anyone with information regarding the suspect contact Detective Campos at the Culver City Police Department immediately at 310-253-6312 or email [email protected] .
  • For a copy of the complaint or a video of the attack, contact Gomez Trial Attorneys.
  • Gomez Trial Attorneys is located at 655 West Broadway Suite 1700, San Diego, CA 92101.

Man Paralyzed In 2020 Knife Attack Sues Culver City Hotel

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Culver City, California, Westside, Culver City Police Department, I (Almost) Got Away With It, California

Hotel employees hid rather than effectively summon security or the police.

Key Points: 
  • Hotel employees hid rather than effectively summon security or the police.
  • The Culver City Police Department continues to investigate the incident while the suspect remains at large.
  • Gomez Trial Attorneys requests that anyone with information regarding the suspect contact Detective Campos at the Culver City Police Department immediately at 310-253-6312 or email [email protected] .
  • Attorney John Gomez further requests that anyone with information about this hotel or incident contact him at 619-237-3490 or [email protected] .

Jushi Holdings Inc. Expands Retail Footprint in California

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
Jushi, Culver City, California, Culver, Retail

Jushi is also moving forward in the merit-based application process as one of only three selected applicants for a storefront retail (and ancillary delivery) permit in Culver City, California.

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  • Jushi is also moving forward in the merit-based application process as one of only three selected applicants for a storefront retail (and ancillary delivery) permit in Culver City, California.
  • The closing of the California Dispensary Acquisitions, and the Companys opening of a storefront retail (and ancillary delivery) dispensary in Culver City, are subject to state and local regulatory approvals.
  • We are thrilled to continue the expansion of the BEYOND / HELLO retail brand in California with the addition of three premier locations, said Jim Cacioppo, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman and Founder of Jushi.
  • We will continue to target and evaluate attractive, limited license market opportunities in California for potential investment and expansion.

Local Favorite Mendocino Farms Opening in Culver City

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Monday, November 30, 2020
Westside, Culver City, California, Culver, Geography of California, California

Mendocino Farms , the popular upscale fast-casual sandwich and salad spot, is expanding its presence in the Los Angeles market with the opening of a Culver City location at The Culver Steps mixed-use development on Wednesday, Dec. 9.

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  • Mendocino Farms , the popular upscale fast-casual sandwich and salad spot, is expanding its presence in the Los Angeles market with the opening of a Culver City location at The Culver Steps mixed-use development on Wednesday, Dec. 9.
  • The restaurant is celebrating its Culver City Grand Opening by:
    Providinga free entre with any menu purchase when locals sign up online for a My Mendo account (must select "Los Angeles-Culver City" as their favorite store) before opening day, Dec. 9.
  • Inviting local schools to host a Digital Give Back Day in which Mendocino Farms will donate 50% of proceeds back to the school (must host fundraiser before March 9, 2021 with Culver City location).
  • Mendocino Farms Culver City is located at 9300 Culver Blvd across from the Culver Studios.