CitizenWire Main Story Index ~ includes both national and local business, entertainment, and technology news, as well as articles, columns and blogs from CitizenWire’s editorial staff.
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, continued to support its customers through a challenging mortgage market in 2025 by sustaining audit scale, advancing AI-driven quality control innovation and delivering trusted regulatory and defect trend insight.
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today released its December 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing that mortgage rate-lock activity ended the year on a firm footing, bucking typical holiday-driven seasonality. Total lock volume rose 2% month over month (MoM) from November and finished 30% higher year over year (YoY), driven primarily by rate-and-term […]
SINGAPORE and NEW YORK /CitizenWire/ — New analysis released by the HotDeals Research Team suggests that consumers are entering 2026 with a more deliberate and research-oriented approach to spending, as saving money and the use of coupons increasingly form a stable part of everyday purchasing decisions rather than occasional tactics. Based on ongoing behavioral tracking, […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The LA Local today announced the next phase of its groundbreaking newsroom expansion, including community-based news outlets and a website, thelalocal.org, to serve as a trusted source of local news and information. The LA Local is led by a team of civic and journalistic leaders with deep roots in Los […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — SecuGen Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of biometric fingerprint readers, today announced that it will be exhibiting at MOSIP Connect 2026, taking place February 11-13, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco. At the event, SecuGen will demonstrate its soon to be released MOSIP L1-compliant authentication device, a smart fingerprint reader designed to […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a 57-year mental health industry watchdog, is calling for an urgent investigation into the clinical trials and regulatory decisions that led to the approval and continued marketing of antidepressants, due to long-standing evidence of devastating and enduring side effects that patients were […]
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Nyle Maxwell Collision Center, Austin’s highly respected automotive collision repair center located at 13581 Research Blvd., Austin, Texas 78750, has appointed Austin native and collision industry veteran, Tammie Harper, as the company’s Collision Center Director, Brent Rayfield, General Manager at Nyle Maxwell Supercenter, has announced.
POCATELLO, Idaho /CitizenWire/ — The Pocatello Children’s Clinic is sounding the alarm regarding a pending statewide primary care crisis created by 2025 Idaho House Bill 345, and proposing an emergency amendment to avert tragedy. Idaho recently passed legislation to transition Medicaid to Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) by 2029.
MESA, Ariz. /CitizenWire/ — Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced the honorees of this year’s Synergy Achievement Awards program. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform creatively and proactively, customizing their Synergy solution to positively impact student learning, improve a process, or solve a problem. Edupoint recently paid tribute to the […]
MCLEAN, Va. /CitizenWire/ — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), a leading provider of Modeling & Simulation and Cyber Products and Services, is proud to announce the successful implementation of Ivalua’s supplier management solution, marking a significant milestone in its digital procurement transformation. The initiative is being executed in partnership with Modali Consulting, […]
METHUEN, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — New England Outdoor Sheds & Garages, a family-owned and operated business specializing in high-quality outdoor structures for over 50 years, is pleased to announce its expansion into New Hampshire with a new showroom located on Route 125 in Epping expected to open in early 2026. The 8-acre outdoor destination is set […]
MANCHESTER, N.H. /CitizenWire/ — CP Management is thrilled to announce the upcoming debut of Grand Central Suites, a state-of-the-art luxury apartment community located at 21 Central Street in downtown Manchester. Set to begin leasing in February 2026, this meticulously designed residence will redefine upscale urban living with its unmatched combination of modern elegance, premium safety […]
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is pleased to announce Brandon Ford as the organization’s new Fundraising Chair. Having joined the GWEF Board in July 2025, just as the organization marked their 5th year anniversary, Ford steps into a dedicated role focused on expanding the national and international reach of […]
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced the integration of its AI Originator Assistant with Fannie Mae’s Income Calculator. The new connection enables lenders to instantly calculate qualifying income for borrowers with self-employment or rental income and gain […]
LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that it has received the ISO/IEC 27001 certification from NSF International Strategic Registrations (NSF-ISR), an NSF company. ISO/IEC 27001 defines global benchmarks for information security management systems (ISMS).
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Run 2 The Rescue, a U.S. based nonprofit with rescue operations in Beijing, China, has been thrust onto the international stage after being featured by The Dodo – one of the world’s largest and most influential animal advocacy media platforms – in a moving story and viral video highlighting the […]
CLEVELAND, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a January slate of guests offering timely perspectives on how to navigate the regulatory landscape ahead, scale mortgage production while developing the next generation of originators, execute with discipline in volatile markets and expand access […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The mental health industry watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) welcomed a major review that Harvard University’s Health and Human Rights journal published, which reviewed four decades of global mental health policy, concluding that the psychiatric-pharmaceutical industry’s dominance of biomedical approaches has obstructed human rights progress.
WESTMINSTER, Colo. and NEW YORK CITY /CitizenWire/ — The Industry Group and Kiosk Industry Group are pleased to announce several major initiatives and recognitions in conjunction with the upcoming National Retail Federation (NRF) 2026 Big Show in New York City. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 2203 at the Javits Center to explore groundbreaking self-service […]
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Ascribe, a leading provider of real estate valuation and inspection services, has appointed Craig Bennett as chief executive officer to lead the company in its next phase of growth.Bennett brings nearly 15 years of senior-level experience in financial services to his post which includes 5 years at StoicLane, Ascribe’s parent company.
SAN ANTONIO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — MindBridge Math Mastery, a U.S.-based educational services organization specializing in conceptual math instruction, is issuing new guidance regarding widespread math learning gaps that allow students to advance academically without developing true understanding. Founded and led by educational clinician Susan Ardila, M.Ed., the organization reports that these gaps frequently remain undetected […]
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s only independent, wholly-owned mortgage lending cooperative, today announced the appointment of Rich Swerbinsky as Strategic Advisor to the CEO & President and Heidi Belnay as Senior Advisor for Business Development. These strategic additions to the leadership team position TMC for accelerated growth and continued […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — On the Sunday prior to Christmas Day, thousands of families came together on L. Ron Hubbard Way for the Church of Scientology Los Angeles’ annual toy giveaway. Families were treated to an afternoon of fun, including holiday photos with Santa, an ice skating rink, face painting, cookie decorating, and a […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative solutions, today announced the official release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.2.0, delivering a major upgrade focused on intelligent editing workflows and professional-grade image enhancement. This version introduces the all-new AI Canvas alongside enhanced RAW image support and denoising, empowering users to edit, enhance, and […]
VALENCIA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — IRS Solutions® announces today that it has completed the SOC 2® examination. As tax professionals face growing security expectations, technology providers must prove accountability and consistency in how they handle data. A recently completed SOC 2® examination provides independent validation that IRS Solutions systems maintain secure, reliable, and confidential operations.
HONG KONG /CitizenWire/ — TunesKit, a leading software developer dedicated to providing top-notch utility solutions, is proud to announce the official release of its latest product, TunesKit Android Unlocker. This powerful tool offers Android users a secure, efficient, and user-friendly way to remove various types of screen locks and bypass Google Factory Reset Protection (FRP) […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), the world’s longest-running mental-health watchdog, says 2025 marked a turning point: global institutions, national governments, and the public are increasingly demanding an end to coercive psychiatric practices.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Natural Transplants(r), a leader in permanent hair restoration, has been officially recognized as the #1 facility in the latest industry rankings of the Top Hair Transplant Clinics in Fort Lauderdale. This prestigious accolade from ReVerb solidifies the clinic’s status as the premier destination for patients seeking life-changing results through advanced […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Exciting news for readers ready for a juicy journey through high society and the hip-hop culture of the South: Karen Soven’s “Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach: Tales of Life & Love from the Land of Sunshine & Money” (ISBN: 978-1964377605 [ebook]; 978-1964377599 [paperback]; 978-1964377612 [hardcover], Legacy Launch Pad […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — For over four decades, L. Ron Hubbard’s Winter Wonderland has welcomed families and children from around the world, spreading joy and the spirit of the holidays, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles announced today. Throughout the holiday season, families visiting Hollywood from around the world and across the United States […]
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced it will host the inaugural ACT Technology Summit, short for Accelerator and Collaborative Transformation, a two-day standalone mortgage technology competition and showcase Aug. 12-13 at The Highlands Hotel in Dallas.
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., one of the Washington D.C. area’s most distinguished personal injury law firms, has once again been recognized in the prestigious 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms(r), marking the seventh consecutive year the firm has earned this honor. This latest achievement reinforces the firm’s position as […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is raising alarms over the widespread, little-known fact that many psychiatric drugs are addictive, disfiguring, and capable of producing catastrophic neurological damage. This is harm that the group says now warrants a federal investigation into how the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — What if men had to prove they were marriage material? What if men were judged by their biceps and facial symmetry? What if men needed to smile more in order to get promoted? And what if this wasn’t satire – but a classified transmission from the future? Welcome to “Galaxy […]
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — ViewTech Borescopes announced the introduction of the new VJ-4 8.4mm triple camera borescope this week: engineered to provide a near-360-degree field of view. Using three integrated high-resolution cameras – one forward-facing camera and two side-facing cameras – the triple camera borescope delivers a more comprehensive assessment for the most demanding […]
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NEWBURY PARK, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — freebeat AI (freebeat.ai), an AI-powered music video creation platform, today announced the launch of a new version of its AI Music Video Generator, introducing a more expressive Music Video Agent that adapts how visuals are created for different types of songs.
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — This holiday season, HitPaw, a global leader in AI-powered creative solutions, teams up with PixPretty, an emerging AI visual creation platform, to launch the HitPaw & PixPretty Christmas Special Treats campaign. This cross-brand collaboration delivers genuine holiday value to creators worldwide, combining a free AI Portrait Editor Access with exclusive […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Fineshare, a leading AI audio and video software company, today officially announced the launch of Vora AI, an AI-powered video generation and enhancement tool purpose-built to elevate Sora videos. With Vora, users can instantly upgrade videos to 4K ultra-high definition and generate clean, pro-grade videos, while also accessing a continuous […]
