O-Town Walls Mural Fest returns to Downtown Ontario with 15 new murals by artists from around the world

'Joy Riot' by Golden305, O-Town Walls 2025, Downtown Ontario. Photo: @Kaotik954

'The Migration' by Nico Cathcart, O-Town Walls 2025. Photo: @Kaotik954

Aerial view of 2025 murals in Downtown Ontario. Photo: @Kaotik954

Permits approved and artists on the ground, the free six-day festival runs Oct. 12-17 with live painting, a surprise guest and a two-night block party finale

ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With city permits approved and artists already in town, O-Town Walls Mural Fest opens today in

'Entrepreneur Like a MOTHER' Jumps to No. 13 on USA TODAY Best-Selling Books List

Entrepreneur Like a MOTHER: Build a Company That Buys You Freedom, Not Owns Your Life

Up from a No. 145 debut, the book climbed 132 spots in a week as readers respond to a business model built around mothers' lives

Women don't need to act more like the guys to win. Our lives, the carpools, the chaos, the constant pivots, are exactly what make us sharper founders.”

— Beth Mazza

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- "Entrepreneur Like a MOTHER: Build a Company That Buys You Freedom, Not Owns Your Life" (Wiley) by Beth Mazza and Victoria Sivrais has reached No. 13 on the USA TODAY Best-Selling Books list, its

Statement from HomeRise Regarding the Orderly Wind-Down of the Organization

HomeRise's Board to lead an orderly resident-centered wind-down of the organization with residents’ housing and services remaining intact.

Residents will stay in their homes. Their leases and rental assistance continue. On-site staff remain in place. The support residents rely on continues without interruption.”

— Don Falk, President, Board of Directors

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For 36 years, HomeRise, formerly Community Housing Partnership, has helped thousands of San Franciscans move from homelessness into permanent homes. Our residents have always been at the center of that work, and they are at the center of the decision we are announcing today.

After careful deliberation, HomeRise's Board of Directors has decided to lead an orderly

LUMINEX PRESENTS: THE INFINITE BETWEEN, A FREE PUBLIC EXHIBITION EXPLORING THE OCEAN, THE COSMOS AND OUR SHARED FUTURE

Large-scale sculpture, sound art, interactive and multimedia performances, a panel discussion and a drone show at Venice Beach after sunset on November 8.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On Sunday, November 8, NXT Art Foundation, in partnership with Earth Calling, will premiere LUMINEX Presents: The Infinite Between, a free public art experience at Windward Plaza in Venice Beach.

Taking place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., the evening will bring together artists, musicians,

SightCall Launches Expert App & Xpert Knowledge™ Integrations to Bring Field Expertise to Technicians and Enterprise AI

Xpert Knowledge™ captures, structures, and delivers service knowledge from real work in the field.

The SightCall Expert App gives field service engineers access to their organization’s expertise at the point of work.

Xpert Knowledge™ APIs and MCP interfaces bring trusted service knowledge to enterprise applications, workflows and AI agents.

New app, APIs and MCP connectivity help field service organizations capture tribal knowledge and bring trusted expertise to technicians and enterprise AI.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SightCall, a leader in Video Intelligence, today announced the SightCall Expert App and the general availability of Xpert Knowledge™

Best AEO Tools October 2026: Prompt Insider Announces Top Answer Engine Optimization Platforms

Prompt Insider’s October 2026 rankings compare five leading AEO platforms for insights, optimization guidance, and measurable AI search results.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Prompt Insider today announced its October 2026 ranking of the best answer engine optimization platforms for marketing teams, agencies, and businesses navigating AI-driven search.

The October update reflects a shift in what buyers expect from AEO software. Tracking

Giovanni® Eco Chic Beauty Launches a New Professional Collection, Bringing Salon Artistry Home

Discover exclusive products and styling bundles launching throughout the holiday season.

RANCHO DOMINGUEZ, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Giovanni® Eco Chic Beauty, The Hair Care Brand of the Entertainment Industry, announces the launch of its new Giovanni® Professional Collection, an elevated eight-

HILL FARRER & BURRILL PARTNER STACEY SULLIVAN NAMED “COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE VISIONARY” BY LOS ANGELES TIMES

Stacey Sullivan

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hill, Farrer & Burrill LLP announced today that Partner Stacey Sullivan is named a 2026 “Southern California Commercial Real Estate Business Visionary” by Los Angeles Times in

Topanga Property Management Expands Full Service Support for Los Angeles Rental Property Owners

Topanga Property Management, Property Management Services through out Los Angeles CA

Topanga Property Management helps Los Angeles rental owners simplify leasing, maintenance, tenant management, and everyday property operations.

Rental property should be an investment, not another full time job. Our goal is to handle the details so owners can focus on the bigger picture.”

— Steve Friedmann

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Managing rental property in Los Angeles requires owners to balance tenant needs, maintenance, vacancies, operating expenses, leasing, financial reporting, and the long term condition of their properties.

Topanga Property Management is expanding

Atlanta Artist Knox Clayton Recognized with Balentine Prize for 'Rothko’s Red' at 2026 Atlanta Art Fair

Atlanta Artist Knox Clayton, winner of the 2026 Balentine Art Prize at the Atlanta Art Fair

"Rothko's Red" by Knox Clayton, winner of the 2026 Balentine Prize at the Atlanta Art Fair

We are thrilled to recognize Atlanta-based artist Knox Clayton and his abstract modern needlepoint piece with the Balentine Prize.”

— Mark Bell, Ph.D., partner at Balentine

ATLANTA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Balentine and the Atlanta Art Fair are pleased to announce that Atlanta-based textile artist and designer Knox Clayton has received the 2026 Balentine Prize for his needlepoint piece, “Rothko’s Red.”

Atlanta-based wealth management firm

TEDx Talks Releases Shannon Fernando's TEDxBeverlyGrove Talk on Global Health, Food Security, and the Limits of Aid

Shannon Fernando, MSN-FNP-C, Nurse Practitioner and Global Health Leader, TEDx Speaker

Shannon Fernando went to Turkana to treat hunger with medicine. A woman named Mary said she had the wrong prescription. Her TEDxBeverlyGrove talk is now live.

Hunger isn't a scarcity problem. It's a permission problem.”

— Shannon Fernando, MSN-FNP-C

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Shannon Fernando, MSN-FNP-C, founder and CEO of Alabaster International, has released her TEDxBeverlyGrove 2026 talk, "The Permission Principle," built around a 2019 medical mission to Turkana, Kenya that changed how she defines aid.

"Hunger isn't a scarcity problem. It's a permission problem."

Joseph YuDing Sun on AI Films That Move the Heart as Tyrannus Angel Awards Announces Its Selections

AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026 will feature the Tyrannus Angel Awards ceremony, selected film screenings, and industry programming on October 24 at City Club Los Angeles.

Joseph YuDing Sun, Tyrannus Foundation co-founder and a technical lead at a global technology company, brings a human-centered perspective to AI filmmaking.

Tyrannus Foundation co-founder Joseph YuDing Sun advocates for expanding creative opportunities through AI filmmaking.

Tyrannus Foundation co-founder and CTO Joseph YuDing Sun explores films that move the heart ahead of AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tyrannus Angel Awards has announced its selected films, highlighting how creators across cultures are using AI to tell stories of hope, faith, resilience, and imagination. Award

Matthew Syken Scholarship for Law Students Launches in Los Angeles, CA to Support Aspiring Legal Minds Nationwide

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Matthew Syken Scholarship for Law Students is now accepting applications from undergraduate students across the United States who demonstrate a strong commitment to pursuing a career in law. Established by

Santa Cruz Software Launches Free Provenance Detection Tool for Reading Content Credentials Embedded in Digital Files

Browser-based tool helps designers, marketers and digital asset managers inspect C2PA provenance data without sending data to third parties

Generative AI is quickly becoming a normal part of creative production, making it increasingly important for organizations to understand what information is traveling with their digital assets.”

— Mark Hilton

SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Santa Cruz Software today announced the launch of the Provenance Detection Tool, a free browser-based tool that enables users to inspect Content Credentials (C2PA provenance data) embedded in images, documents, video and audio files. For designers, marketers and

PhoxOS Becomes the First and Only Direct Delivery Solution Available Through Epic Showroom

PhoxOS is now integrated with Epic, connecting pharmacy delivery data directly with the EMR.

PhoxOS brings delivery requests, confirmations, chain-of-custody, and cold-chain data directly into the EMR via Epic Showroom.

The delivery still matters once a medication leaves the pharmacy. PhoxOS in Epic keeps health systems in the software they use to manage patients while connecting directly to our logistics.”

— Dr. Amit Gir, Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO, Phox Health

IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Phox Health’s PhoxOS healthcare logistics operating platform is now integrated with Epic and available through Epic’s Showroom, making PhoxOS the first and only direct delivery solution available through Epic’s secure app marketplace.

The integration connects pharmacy delivery

Screamers Soda Announces Its First Southern California Store in Upland

The Classic Scream, a root beer float with vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream and a cherry.

Banana Puddin’, a dessert-inspired drink from Screamers Soda’s upcoming menu.

Concept rendering of the planned Screamers Soda storefront in Downtown Upland, California.

The flagship shop will offer custom sodas, classic floats and matcha, with a portion of proceeds supporting local youth centers.

Screamers Soda’s combination of nostalgic flavors, a creative menu and a commitment to supporting local youth makes it a welcome addition to our downtown community.”

— Linda Trawnik, President Emeritus, Historic Downtown Upland, Inc.

UPLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Screamers Soda has announced plans to open its flagship dirty soda and float shop in Downtown Upland, California. The location will establish the brand’s first brick-and-mortar presence in

Michelle Kash Finds Light In The Darkness On New Dance-Pop Single 'Salvation'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- New York-born, Los Angeles-based artist Michelle Kash returns with her latest single, 'Salvation', an upbeat yet emotionally charged dance-pop track that explores the fragile space between breaking down

Aleo and Ledger Bring the First Privacy-Preserving Stablecoin to a Mainstream Hardware Wallet

USDCx on Aleo is now supported in the Ledger Wallet™ app, giving users privacy for the stablecoins they already hold.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aleo, a private blockchain infrastructure, and Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, today announced that USDCx on Aleo is now supported in the Ledger Wallet™ app. The

Recruiting for Good Launches 'A Sweet Day in LA' News Contest for 5th Grade Girls

"Have a talented 5th grade daughter that loves to report on positive news in her neighborhood?" A Sweet Day in LA was made for her www.ASweetDayinLA.com Made Just for You

Since 1998, Recruiting for Good has been helping companies find talented professionals to fund causes we love www.RecruitingforGood.com Made to Serve You!

top 5 5th graders who participate in video contest A Sweet Day in LA Will be invited to special mom daughter party on the westside sponsored by Recruiting for Good and The Inner Beauty Club! www.ASweetDayinLA.com

Need to participate in A Sweet Day in LA contest top 5 girls will be invited to special party, need to attend to land the gig www.ASweetDayinLA.com

Retain Recruiting for Good to help Fund Book and Chocolate Community Initiative Including year long work program for girls; Girls Review Books www.RetainRecruitingforGood.com The Solution Made for You

Debuting Oct. 1, 2026, the weekly 'A Sweet Day in LA' initiative rewards talented 5th grade girls reporting positive local news with a $100 gift card.

5th grade girls who love to use their talent and voice for good; participate in A sweet Day in LA to uplift their community and make their parents proud!”

— Carlos Cymerman, Founder, Recruiting for Good

SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Recruiting for Good, a purpose-driven boutique staffing agency based in Santa Monica, has officially launched its newest community youth initiative: "A Sweet Day in LA." Starting October 1, 2026, the weekly

Argo Law, PC Launches as Bridge Law Dissolves; Trial Lawyer Lalit Kundani Expands Estate Planning Practice

Lalit Kundani is the Founder and Managing Partner of Argo Law, and is an award-winning attorney, legal strategist, speaker, and published author who has spent his career helping families protect what matters most.

Ex-LA County prosecutor and Consumer Attorney of the Year finalist brings an education-first approach to estate, tax, asset protection, and U.S.-India planning.

Before we draft anything, we want to understand the family, the assets, and the risks, and make sure clients understand them too. We don't preach. We teach”

— Lalit Kundani

ANAHEIM HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bridge Law LLP has been dissolved, and attorney Lalit Kundani will continue serving clients as Managing Partner of Argo Law, PC, an Anaheim-based private client law firm. Argo

RARE PHOTOGRAPHS OF JAMES DEAN’S FINAL HOURS TO BE OFFERED AT UPCOMING AUCTION

JAMES DEAN (1955) Original B&W Contact Sheets by Sanford H. Roth

Five original photographic contact sheets by renowned photojournalist Sanford H. Roth capture James Dean’s final moments.

These photographs offer a rare and deeply significant historical record of the aftermath of the accident that claimed his life. ”

— Grey Smith, Director of Posters US at Propstore

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Propstore, one of the world’s leading entertainment memorabilia auction houses, will offer a rare collection of five vintage original black-and-white contact sheets

Yorba Linda Orthodontist Dr. Anita Bhavnani Introduces KLOwen Custom Digital Braces at B Orthodontics

Dr. Bhavnani, Owner of B Orthodontics, Yorba Linda, California

Board-certified orthodontist now plans braces on a 3D digital model, with custom brackets in metal or clear for teen and adult patients

Clear aligners are designed digitally, and that gives us a lot of precision. Now we're able to design our brackets digitally as well. We're creating a completely digital setting in our practice.”

— Dr. Anita Bhavnani

YORBA LINDA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- B Orthodontics, the Yorba Linda practice led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Anita Bhavnani, now offers KLOwen Custom Digital Braces for comprehensive and Phase 2

Casa Serena Turns 67 With Expanded Eating Disorder Care and First Family Summit

The Santa Barbara women's treatment nonprofit served nearly 300 women and families over the past year while growing its clinical and family programs.

SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Founder Mildred Pinheiro opened Casa Serena's Main House to women struggling with alcoholism in August 1959. The Santa Barbara nonprofit marked 67 years this August. Over the past year it served nearly 300 women and families and added services across its clinical and family programs.

Casa Serena expanded its eating disorder treatment program for women. The program treats

Amend Treatment Offers Virtual Intensive Outpatient Mental Health Care in California

Amend Malibu - Ocean View

Malibu mental health center's telehealth program gives Californians structured therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma from home

MALIBU, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amend Treatment, a residential mental health treatment center in Malibu, offers a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (VIOP) that brings structured mental health care to adults in California through

Mother of Child Battling Cancer Backs Prop 38 in Hopes Medical Research, New Treatment Options Can Save Her Son’s Life

Voting Yes on Prop 38 gives families like mine a fighting chance, not just against cancer, but against everything that comes after the diagnosis.”

— Bhavika Taunk, a Danville mother and advocate for childhood cancer patients

DANVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a guest opinion published last Friday in the Pleasanton Weekly, Bhavika Taunk, a Danville mother and advocate for childhood cancer patients, shares the story of her son’s ongoing battle with

John Muir Health Nationally Recognized for Providing High-Quality Cardiovascular and Stroke Care

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association honor hospitals with proven dedication to best practices and life-saving care.

John Muir Health follows the scientifically proven American Heart Association and American Stroke Association guidelines to ensure more people in our community can live longer, healthier lives.”

— Dr. Faizul Haque, John Muir Health

CONCORD AND WALNUT CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- John Muir Health’s Concord and Walnut Creek Medical Centers are once again being recognized nationally for delivering high-quality heart disease and stroke care. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® awards are given to hospitals for

MOBI Helps Families Start Holiday Gifting with Everyday Wellness Essentials

Smart and standalone health products give families more ways to mix, match, and create thoughtful holiday gifts for the people they care about.

MOBI gives families the flexibility to choose the health products that make sense for the people they care about, while connected features help bring supported information together in one app.”

— David Naghi, President of MOBI Technologies

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As families begin preparing for the holiday gifting season, MOBI Technologies, Inc. is highlighting a practical approach to gift giving:

Cruise and Shipping Lines Onboard for Whale & Air Protection in the California Speed Reduction Zone

Photo Credit: Adam Earnster

Photo Credit: Ralph Clevenger

2026 BWBS mid-season participating shipping and cruise lines

2026 Mid-Season Results from Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Program

CA, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Program (BWBS) is excited to announce that a record-breaking 63 shipping and cruise lines have voluntarily