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LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental health industry watchdog, is calling for an overhaul of psychiatric hospitalization and community treatment laws. With 54% of U.S. psychiatric patients held involuntarily, CCHR warns the system has normalized coercion. Most U.S. states authorize Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) laws that compel individuals in the community to receive psychiatric treatment – typically drug-based – under threat of court orders or rehospitalization.

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Michael McCarney, the visionary behind the renowned clothing brand CutJagged, is making waves in the fashion industry with his bold return. Formerly known as DripChromeBoutique, the brand has undergone a significant transformation, rebranding to CutJagged in August 2024. This change marks a new chapter for McCarney, who started his journey in fashion at the tender age of 16.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 24, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw Edimakor, known for its work in smart video editing tools, has announced the official launch of Edimakor V4.0.0. This new version introduces a fresh set of features, including a singing avatar tool, expanded image-to-video templates, upgraded text-to-video capabilities, and more control over background removal. These updates are designed to give users more flexibility and options when building creative content from images, text, and audio.

LA VERNE, Calif., May 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, an age-qualified community in La Verne, proudly announces that Chief Financial Officer Joel Brouwer, CPA, CGMA, has been recognized as the CFO of the Year in the Small to Midsize Company category at the 2025 LA Executive Leadership Awards, an event celebrating leaders across Southern California who exemplify excellence, vision and resilience.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., May 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SIP San Diego announces their first event of 2025, the SIP @ Seaport Art & Wine+ Festival! Featuring a day filled with art, delicious drinks, food and good vibes, the event happens Saturday, June 21, 2025 in the Lighthouse District at Seaport Village. Guests sip on locally crafted wine and other libations, explore artists’ work, snack on charcuterie, and enjoy live music in the beautiful setting of Seaport Village.

DECATUR, Ga., May 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Alair Homes Decatur is proud to announce that it has received three prestigious honors as a 2025 National Remodeler of the Year (RotY) from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). These national awards follow the team’s recognition as a Southeast Regional RotY winner across five categories and seven Atlanta Chapter wins.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As Japan continues to welcome a growing number of international travelers, many visitors are actively seeking local deals to make their shopping experience more affordable. In response to this trend, Japan-based savings platform savings.co.jp has implemented a range of upgrades to improve the speed and accuracy of its coupon and discount listings – helping travelers shop smarter during their stay.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Founded in 1987, in the Carneros appellation of Northern California by the Champagne Taittinger family, Domaine Carneros is a grower producer of ultra-premium sparkling wines and limited production pinot noirs. Domaine Carneros has become the benchmark for California sparkling wine, reflecting both the individuality of the Carneros terroir and the craftsmanship of its French legacy.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw has officially released HitPaw FotorPea V4.6.0, bringing significant advancements in AI-powered image enhancement and generation. This latest version introduces a new denoise model, a revamped AI painting engine powered by Flux AI Generator, and smarter photo quality analysis – all designed to deliver professional-grade results for photography enthusiasts and creative professionals alike.

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ProNotary today announced the expansion of its Remote Online Notarization (RON) platform into five new states: Colorado, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. This milestone allows ProNotary to offer its streamlined, secure digital notarization services to more professionals across the country.

LA MESA, Calif., May 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On February 12, 2025, a formal Public Records Act (PRA) request was submitted to the California Fish and Game Commission seeking documentation to justify the classification of domestic ferrets as “not normally domesticated in California” by LegalizeFerrets.org. The request specifically asked for any scientific studies, internal memos, environmental risk assessments, or correspondence used to uphold the ongoing prohibition of domestic ferrets under Title 14, Section 671 of the California Code of Regulations.

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Elmm Law Group is proud to announce its upcoming community initiative, “Backpack to the Future,” a back-to-school event to support local families by providing free backpacks filled with essential school supplies to K-5 students. This event is open to students registered at MC Cash Elementary School, Laveen District, for the 2025-2026 school year.

MILFORD, Mass., May 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — New England-based audio technology innovator, Total Sonics®, the licensing arm of THAT Corporation®, is pleased to announce agreements with TV technology powerhouse TiVo™, a division of Xperi®, and the Skyworth® Group, one of the world’s largest TV and appliance manufacturers. The agreement with TiVo allows them to integrate and distribute the patented Total Sonics audio enhancement technology suite along with TiVo firmware.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As consumers worldwide become increasingly mindful of spending, a new trend is emerging: digital-first savings. One platform quietly making waves in this space is PromoCodie (Promocodie.com), which is gaining global attention for its up-to-date promo codes and smart shopping tools.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Team Recovery Technologies, a leading innovator in alumni engagement technology for behavioral health providers, is proud to recognize its ongoing relationship with the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) and the NAATP Foundation for Recovery Science and Education (FoRSE).

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Microsoft has officially announced the discontinuation of its built-in coupon feature on Microsoft Edge, effective May 31, 2025. As millions of users prepare for the change, Coupert, one of Microsoft’s long-time partners in powering online savings, is stepping up as the leading alternative for Edge users seeking a seamless way to continue saving money when shopping online.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — P1 Commerce LLC today announced its official launch as a data-first eCommerce marketing firm designed to optimize performance and efficiency at scale. Unlike traditional agencies focused primarily on their own growth, P1 Commerce is an expert-led firm uniquely positioned to be the best, not the biggest – delivering strategic, measurable outcomes for global brands.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, a platform providing automated income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced a new integration with Byte Software’s loan origination system (LOS). The integration enables lenders to access Argyle’s real-time verification of income and employment (VOIE) services directly within the Byte platform, ensuring verification happens when and where it’s needed to improve loan quality and keep loans moving forward.

IRVINE, Calif., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced a new integration using the latest API framework for mortgage technology from Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure. Available via the Marketplace in the ICE digital lending platform, the integration expands the document provider options available to Cloudvirga customers and enhances lender efficiency and compliance by streamlining the generation, delivery and management of initial and revised disclosures.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This spring, New York’s Chelsea Gallery District becomes the launch pad for a dystopian spectacle masquerading as a campaign rollout. “Opposing Visions: The Trump Era in Art” unveils its provocative centerpiece: “Project 29,” a monumental sculpture by Daniel Edwards that dares to imagine a third term for Donald Trump – not through ballots, but through biotech, belief, and brute spectacle. The exhibition runs from May 26-31, 2025, with special events throughout the week.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the American Psychiatric Association (APA) holds its annual meeting in Los Angeles, a diverse coalition of human rights advocates, civil rights leaders, clergy, medical professionals, and attorneys gathered outside the convention center, calling for an urgent end to coercive psychiatric practices. Led by the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), the demonstration highlighted restraint-related deaths of children, the use of involuntary treatment, and the lack of accountability in a mental health system that received $329 billion in federal funding in 2022.

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Spodak Dental Group has been awarded the No. 15 Top Workplaces 2025 honor by The Sun Sentinel in the small business category. This is the ninth time that the Group has won the award. The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of a confidential survey that gathers employee feedback.

PLANO, Texas, May 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today announced that Ask Obi, an AI-powered assistant designed to help mortgage lending executives extract real-time insights from across Optimal Blue’s capital markets platform, is now generally available to all PPE clients. Introduced at the company’s inaugural user conference in February and refined through beta testing with select clients, Ask Obi provides executives with fast answers to complex profitability questions at no additional cost.

TEMECULA, Calif., May 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest quarterly “books to bookmark” list for Q1 (Jan.-March) 2025, noting 11 new and interesting “good reads” from small publishers released in 2025. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses or celebrity authors.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AudFree, a leading developer of multimedia software solutions, today announced the launch of AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder, a powerful and user-friendly tool designed to record music from multiple streaming music platforms while preserving original audio quality. This innovative software empowers music lovers to enjoy their favorite tracks offline without restrictions, supporting customizable audio settings, fast speed, and ID3 tag retention.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., May 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Informative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced a strategic integration with Halcyon, a fintech innovator revolutionizing income verification through real-time access to IRS tax transcript data. This integration delivers verification of employment and income (VOE/I) reports-including payroll and paystub data-directly into Halcyon’s income calculator, enabling faster, more automated income assessments.

DENVER, Colo., May 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering the fourth quarter (Q4) and calendar year (CY) of 2024. The latest report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from ACES Quality Management & Control® software.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In times of economic turbulence, shifting markets and rising global tariffs, traditional sales methods are faltering. That’s why Spire Selling (spireselling.com) has launched a career development program in addition to a new book – “Cheating Death” (ISBN: 978-1069339287) by CEO and 35+ year sales veteran, Robert Herbst.

RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A seismic shift is underway in supporting individuals and families with complex needs, including homelessness, behavioral health challenges, and chronic medical conditions. His Daughters House proudly launches His Daughters Health, an integrated health and housing division redefining care and assistance in California. Our one-stop model prioritizes stability, health equity, and long-term outcomes, ensuring individuals and families receive coordinated, trauma-informed care that addresses immediate needs and builds lasting pathways to self-sufficiency.

BEAVERTON, Ore., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — March 10th at the 2025 Daytona American Flat Track races, two of the Pacific Northwest’s finest, Kody Kopp and Davis Fisher, came home with hardware. Kody Kopp clinched 1st place in AFT Singles, continuing his dominance as a 3-time back-to-back champion. Kopp raced his KTM 450 SX-F to the top spot. Davis Fisher took 3rd in AFT SuperTwins in his Daytona debut on the KTM 790 Duke, Beaverton Motorcycles announced today.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In 2025, AI is revolutionizing content creation-especially when it comes to turning text into animated videos. Whether you’re a content creator, educator, or marketer, making free AI animated videos from text is now easier than ever. With tools like iMyFone Novi AI, a free AI animated video generator, users can easily create engaging videos from plain text-no prior editing experience required.

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Memorial Day is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s heroes. At StarknightMT, we believe the best way to show gratitude is to embrace the freedom they fought for-and there’s no better way to do that than by hitting the trail with confidence. From May 13 to May 31, StarknightMT invites UTV riders to celebrate the holiday with the Memorial Day Sale.

DENVER, Colo., May 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced that it has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The annual awards program recognizes the leading companies in the financial technology sector that foster exceptional workplace experiences and support employee engagement satisfaction.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., May 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads released its April 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Food and Beverage industry, revealing a total of 48 new projects. Notably, renovations and equipment upgrades constituted 44% of this activity. The Firm’s tracking encompasses facility expansions, new plant constructions, and key equipment modernization initiatives within the sector.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., May 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced the debut of its integration with Encompass® Consumer Connect™, a digital mortgage point-of-sale solution from ICE Mortgage Technology®, part of Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE). In addition, Argyle announced the release of significant upgrades to its existing integration with ICE Mortgage Technology’s flagship Encompass® loan origination system.

ORLANDO, Fla., and PLANO, Texas, May 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports management solutions, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with the Florida Coaches Coalition (FCC), the principal advocate and leadership organization for coaches in Florida. This collaboration will help provide resources and technology for high school, middle school, and youth coaches throughout the state.

MYSTIC, Conn., May 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — First Choice Safety Solutions: Safety, Rescue, Access, Training, and Gear is proud to announce its official partnership with Petzl, a global leader in safety, fall protection, and rope access equipment, as a Petzl Technical Partner (PTP). This collaboration will significantly enhance safety training, equipment accessibility, and expert consulting services for industries where workplace safety is paramount.

PLANO, Texas, May 13, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today released its April 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report showing total loan lock volume rose 3.2% month-over-month (MoM) as the spring homebuying season progressed, with purchase locks up 7.5% despite ongoing economic pressures.

LAS VEGAS, Nev., May 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cafely, the premium Vietnamese coffee brand known for bold flavor profiles, today announced the official release of BanMe, its most potent offering yet and a legitimate contender for the world’s strongest coffee. These exceptional beans are sourced directly from Vietnam’s renowned coffee capital, Buon Ma Thuot, at an altitude of 800 meters in the lush Central Highlands.

ASHEVILLE, N.C., May 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Echoes of the Forest, an Asheville-based 501(c)(3), is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its very first Echo. This is a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to promote community revitalization, environmental restoration, and economic rejuvenation through art. The event will take place at Foundation Woodworks in Asheville’s River Arts District on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m..