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The National Council sponsors 2nd Annual Cal State Northridge C.I.P.H.E.R. Symposium Featuring Hip Hop Icon Big Daddy Kane and Special Guests

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星期一, 五月 6, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls (The National Council) is pleased to sponsor the 2nd annual Cal State Northridge (CSUN) C.I.P.H.E.R.

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LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls (The National Council) is pleased to sponsor the 2nd annual Cal State Northridge (CSUN) C.I.P.H.E.R.
The symposium will feature hip-hop icons Big Daddy Kane and Crazy Legs, music by DJ Revolution, performances by Bishop Lamont, dance battles, panels, and more.
The day will be filled with engaging armchair discussions with Dee-1 at 11 AM, Crazy Legs at noon, and Big Daddy Kane at 2 PM.
"This symposium is a testament to the transformative power of hip-hop and its ability to inspire change."

California Water Service Group’s First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Benefit from California 2021 General Rate Case Decision

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星期四, 四月 25, 2024

A decision on the 2021 California General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2021 GRC) that authorizes implementation of beneficial regulatory mechanisms, increased revenues, and approximately $1.2 billion in infrastructure improvement projects.

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A decision on the 2021 California General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2021 GRC) that authorizes implementation of beneficial regulatory mechanisms, increased revenues, and approximately $1.2 billion in infrastructure improvement projects.
Adoption of the 2021 GRC decision increased revenue $111.8 million, including $87.9 million in retroactive interim rate relief related to 2023.
As previously announced, on March 7, 2024, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a decision on the 2021 GRC for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of the Company.
Group's utilities Cal Water, Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water), New Mexico Water Service (New Mexico Water), and Washington Water Service (Washington Water) have a rigorous, coordinated water quality assurance program, which includes protocols to test and monitor the water they deliver to customers.

NewHydrogen CEO Steve Hill Discussed Diverse Hydrogen Tech Applications with a Cal State Los Angeles Professor

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024

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SANTA CLARITA, Calif., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewHydrogen, Inc. (OTCMKTS:NEWH), the developer of ThermoLoop™, a breakthrough technology that uses water and heat rather than electricity to produce the world’s cheapest green hydrogen, today announced that in a recent podcast the Company’s CEO Steve Hill spoke with Dr. David Blekhman, a professor at Cal State University Los Angeles about diverse hydrogen technology applications.

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The conversation spanned from innovative off grid power solutions to the application of hydrogen in extreme sports, such as Formula 1 and Extreme H and its potential to drive innovation and interest in hydrogen technology.
Dr. Blekhman also presented a case study of Hyundai’s hydrogen trucking program in Oakland and Switzerland, which showed the viability of hydrogen for long-distance transport.
He also emphasized the potential for a hydrogen revolution and the emergence of new professions in the field.
Dr. Blekhman is listed as a Google Scholar at https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=Dr.+David+Blekhm...
The full podcast episode featuring Dr. David Blekhman is available on https://newhydrogen.com/videos/ceo-podcast/david-bleckham-cal-state-univ... .

California Water Service Group Moving Forward to Install PFAS Treatment Despite CPUC Dismissal of Request to Track Capital Costs in Pre-Approved Memorandum Account

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024

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Formally tracking capital-related costs through a memorandum account is an important early step to aid construction and financial recovery of large-scale infrastructure projects, and Cal Water, Group’s largest subsidiary, intends to reapply to track costs through the regulatory process.

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Formally tracking capital-related costs through a memorandum account is an important early step to aid construction and financial recovery of large-scale infrastructure projects, and Cal Water, Group’s largest subsidiary, intends to reapply to track costs through the regulatory process.
“Above all, protecting our customers’ health and safety is our highest priority,” said Martin A. Kropelnicki, Group Chairman & CEO.
Although utilities must begin monitoring for certain PFAS by 2027 and comply with the MCLs by 2029, Group has already tested most of its active water sources and believes it is well-positioned to treat any water sources needed across its service areas within the compliance timeframe.
Additionally, Group has filed lawsuits to hold PFAS manufacturers financially responsible for the costs of testing and treatment, and is pursuing grants where available, to reduce the financial impact on its customers.

California Water Service Districts Already Treating for Chromium-6, Will Meet New State Water Quality Standard

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星期三, 四月 17, 2024

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SAN JOSE, Calif., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service (Cal Water) confirmed today that its water systems will meet the new state maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 10 parts per billion (ppb) for chromium-6, which was adopted today by the State Water Resources Control Board.

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SAN JOSE, Calif., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service (Cal Water) confirmed today that its water systems will meet the new state maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 10 parts per billion (ppb) for chromium-6, which was adopted today by the State Water Resources Control Board.
In fact, Cal Water’s treatment system design was used as a model for other water utilities.
After the MCL was vacated, Cal Water continued to treat those wells to protect customer health and safety.
“We remain committed to meeting all state and federal standards set to protect public health and safety.”
Beyond removing chromium-6 from its affected water sources, Cal Water works to be a responsible steward of the environment.

California Water Service Group Utilities Prepared to Comply with New PFAS Regulations

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024

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Under the new PFAS regulation, water utilities with impacted water systems across the country are required to monitor for these PFAS by 2027 and to comply with the MCLs and Hazard Index by 2029.

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Under the new PFAS regulation, water utilities with impacted water systems across the country are required to monitor for these PFAS by 2027 and to comply with the MCLs and Hazard Index by 2029.
Group’s utilities California Water Service (Cal Water), Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water), New Mexico Water Service (New Mexico Water), and Washington Water Service (Washington Water) have a rigorous, coordinated water quality assurance program, and the utilities have protocols in place to test and monitor the water they deliver to customers.
Cal Water, Hawaii Water, and New Mexico Water have tested all of their active water sources for a number of PFAS, including the six addressed in the new regulation.
Washington Water Service (Washington Water) has tested all of its Group A water system sources, which are water sources subject to the new PFAS regulation.

California Spends Billions on Homelessness with No Accountability, Says HHR

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星期二, 四月 9, 2024

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Housing Is A Human Right (HHR), an AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) housing initiative, released the following statement in response to the infuriating news that the state of California and its California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) are not tracking how billions of dollars are being spent on the homelessness crisis so there is no record of programs’ effectiveness or outcomes.

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Housing Is A Human Right (HHR), an AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) housing initiative, released the following statement in response to the infuriating news that the state of California and its California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) are not tracking how billions of dollars are being spent on the homelessness crisis so there is no record of programs’ effectiveness or outcomes.
“This is an ongoing problem that could be rectified with better leadership to institute changes from state and local government to have stricter reporting requirements for grantees.
According to a recent PPIC poll, homelessness is the number one issue in California.
More than 181,000 people are without housing.

California Public Utilities Commission Adopts Decision on California Water Service’s 2021 General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan

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星期一, 三月 11, 2024

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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a decision on March 7, 2024 on the 2021 General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT).

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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a decision on March 7, 2024 on the 2021 General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT).
The decision marks the end of an extensive review of the utility’s water system improvement plans, costs, and rates.
Importantly, the decision authorizes Cal Water to invest approximately $1.21 billion from 2021 through 2024 in water system infrastructure projects that are needed to continue providing safe, reliable water service to customers throughout California.
“With this decision behind us, we will continue preparing our next General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan, which we are scheduled to file in July 2024.”

Lost In Time: Devalued Alcohol Tax Could Bail Out Cal State System

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星期四, 二月 29, 2024

SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice is calling on California Gov. Gavin Newsom to bring the state's alcohol excise tax up to modern standards to fix funding for the beleaguered California State University (CSU) system and other educational priorities.

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Newsom to raise California's alcohol excise tax to fix Cal State's funding and save student's lives.
Gavin Newsom to bring the state's alcohol excise tax up to modern standards to fix funding for the beleaguered California State University (CSU) system and other educational priorities.
As of 2022, the state brought in approximately $429 million in alcohol excise tax revenue.
According to a systematic review of alcohol tax literature, doubling the tax would reduce mortality by an average of 35%.

Oaktree and Trinity Investor Alert from UNITE HERE Local 11: Los Angeles Times Article Alleges W Hollywood Hotel and Restaurant Failed to Prevent a Recurring Rat and Mouse Problem

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星期四, 二月 8, 2024

In December 2023, a Los Angeles Times article revealed disturbing allegations from workers at the W Hollywood’s upscale Sky Terrace restaurant, which is operated by Mosaic Hollywood LLC.

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In December 2023, a Los Angeles Times article revealed disturbing allegations from workers at the W Hollywood’s upscale Sky Terrace restaurant, which is operated by Mosaic Hollywood LLC.
Bags of flour and rice covered in what appeared to be rat feces, urine and bite marks.
When will Oaktree and Trinity re-hire the restaurant workers fired from Sky Terrace and provide appropriate back pay to these workers?
Why have Oaktree and Trinity failed to resolve the labor dispute at the W Hollywood by agreeing to the same contract that 30 other hotels have signed?