LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW® TICKETS NOW ON SALE: TEN DAYS, HUNDREDS OF NEW VEHICLES AND UNLIMITED TEST DRIVES FOR SOCAL

August 6, 2026

2026 Los Angeles Auto Show tickets on sale.

LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW® TICKETS NOW ON SALE: TEN DAYS, HUNDREDS OF NEW VEHICLES AND UNLIMITED TEST DRIVES FOR SOCAL

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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 4, 2026

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ten days. Hundreds of the newest cars, trucks, SUVs, hybrids and EVs from the world’s automakers. All out in the open with the doors unlocked and the test tracks running from the moment the show opens. Tickets to the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show®, presented by Chevron with Techron, are on sale now at laautoshow.com, with Opening Day, Weekdays Only, Weekend Priority Entry, Family Four Packs and VIP Guided Tour tickets joining the Any Day admission that has been available since June. The show returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center Nov. 20-29 and for a limited time, select tickets are 10% off until August 14^th.

2026 Los Angeles Auto Show tickets on sale.

These tickets go on sale in the most competitive new-vehicle market in the country. California buys more new vehicles than any other state, and Los Angeles and Orange counties alone accounted for 595,112 new vehicle registrations in 2025, according to Experian data reported by the Greater Los Angeles New Car Dealers Association. That is more new cars in one Southern California market than most states register in a year, and it is why the world’s automakers bring their newest products to this floor first, and why what happens here in November shape the trends that show up in the rest of the country by spring.

For ten days, the brands competing for those buyers put it all in one building. Shoppers can cross-shop the entire market in an afternoon, sitting in a full-size truck, an electric crossover and a hybrid sedan from three different automakers within the same hour, on the same pavement, with no appointment, no credit application and nobody working a commission. Enthusiasts get the lowriders, customs and exotics in The Underground and specialty halls, where the builders, dreamers and customizers tell their stories live on the show floor.

“For 119 years, Los Angeles Auto Show has been part of this city’s story, and the automobile’s legacy,” said Terri Toennies, president of Los Angeles Auto Show. “Generations of Southern Californians have found their first car, their dream car and their ideal daily driver on this floor, and the world’s automakers keep bringing their newest work here because they know Los Angeles will tell them the truth about it. Opening every ticket type today is an invitation to be part of that, whether you are shopping for what comes next, bringing your family for the day, or coming to celebrate the car culture this city gave the world.”

MORE TO DRIVE, MORE TO DISCOVER

The 2026 show brings back the experiences that keep Southern California coming back year after year, with new attractions, brand announcements and vehicle debuts to be revealed through the fall.

Street Test Drives, Test Tracks and Indoor Rides – Get behind the wheel or ride along in the newest gas, hybrid and electric models on public roads around downtown and on a series of indoor and outdoor tracks, including the LADWP Test Track.
Camp Jeep and Ford Bronco Built Wild Adventure Courses – Ride with a professional driver over grades, angles and obstacles built inside the Convention Center, with the latest Jeep and Ford Bronco models showing what they can really do.
The Underground – The show’s car culture hub, celebrating grassroots expression and the people, shops and clubs behind lowriders, customs, tuners and exotics.
Hall Showcases – One of the most popular spots at the show, specialty halls will return with a collection of customs, rare exotics, muscle cars, lowriders, restorations and more.

Every driving experience above is included with admission. VIP Guided Tours, expert-led walkthroughs of the show’s highlight areas for lifelong enthusiasts and curious kids alike, are sold separately but also include a show ticket to experience all the attractions.

Chevron with Techron is presenting sponsor of the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show, announced in July, and is building a dedicated on-site experience featuring next-generation Techron along with expanded family programming and ticket offers. Details will be announced ahead of the show.

OFFICIAL TICKET PRICING

The 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show is cashless. Advance tickets can be purchased online at www.laautoshow.com/tickets. All prices include service fees with the additional 10% savings valid on Any Day, Opening Day, Weekdays and Priority Entry until August 14, automatically applied at checkout.

Any Day Admission:

Any Day adult, 13 and older: $25
Any Day senior, 65 and older: $13
Any Day child, 6 to 12: $13
Children younger than 6: free

On sale today:

Opening Day, Friday, Nov. 20: adult $20, senior $9, child $9
Weekdays Only, Monday through Thursday, Nov. 23-26: adult $22, senior $11, child $11
Weekend Priority Entry, Saturdays and Sundays: adult $45, senior $23, child $23
Family Four Packs, Wednesday and Thursday of Thanksgiving week, Nov. 25-26: $66
VIP Guided Tour: $95 adult, $45 child, availability and schedule to be confirmed

Special promotions cannot be combined, and all tickets are subject to applicable service and processing fees. Advanced ticket prices valid online until November 19, 2026.

For more information, visit laautoshow.com.

ABOUT LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW
Founded in 1907, Los Angeles Auto Show® is one of the longest-running and most influential automotive events in the world and a leading consumer destination for car shoppers, enthusiasts, families, media, and the global industry. Held annually at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the show features global automakers, vehicle debuts, test drives, technology, lifestyle programming, and Southern California car culture in the most important vehicle market in the United States. 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show runs November 20-29, 2026. For more information, visit laautoshow.com.

AutoMobility LA Media and Industry Day takes place November 19, 2026. Doors open to the public Nov. 20-29, 2026. LA Auto Show is owned and operated by ANSA Productions. To receive the latest show news and information, follow the LA Auto Show on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn, and sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com.

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Celebrate Culture, Community and Connection at Wheeling Park District’s Annual International Festival

August 6, 2026

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Wheeling Park District International Festival

Celebrate Culture, Community and Connection at Wheeling Park District’s Annual International Festival

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WHEELING, Ill., Aug. 5, 2026

Travel the world through music, dance, food and hands-on activities at the free community event celebrating the diverse cultures that make Wheeling home.

WHEELING, Ill., Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — No passport required! The Wheeling Park District is bringing the world to The Heritage Park Performance Pavilion for an afternoon filled with international music, cuisine, dance and cultural experiences. All are invited to experience an unforgettable celebration filled with family fun at the annual International Festival on Sunday, August 9, from 1-7 p.m. at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling, Illinois.

Wheeling Park District International Festival

This free community event transforms the Heritage Park Performance Pavilion into a global celebration, where guests can discover traditions from around the world through live entertainment, authentic local cuisine, and interactive cultural exhibits from community organizations all in one afternoon.

“The Wheeling International Festival reflects the incredible diversity that makes Wheeling such a welcoming community,” said Matt Wehby, Executive Director of the Wheeling Park District. “It’s a day where our guests can discover new cultures, celebrate shared traditions and create memories at one of our most anticipated events of the year.”

The first 200 young explorers to arrive can embark on their own global adventure with a Travel Around the World Passport activity. Children will visit participating cultural and community organization booths, learn about countries and traditions from around the world, and collect passport stamps along the way. It is a fun and interactive way to inspire curiosity while celebrating the many cultures that represent Wheeling’s diversity.

As one of the Wheeling Park District’s signature events, the International Festival brings over three-thousand community members together each year to celebrate the diversity, traditions and connections that make Wheeling a truly special place to live.

Guests are encouraged to review parking and transportation information before arriving. To view the full entertainment schedule, parking details and more, visit WheelingInternationalFestival.com.

About Wheeling Park District
Established in 1961, the Wheeling Park District serves over 45,000 residents across 8.5 square miles in Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Buffalo Grove, and Arlington Heights. The District manages 22 sites spanning 350 acres, including 12 parks, a sports complex, indoor/outdoor aquatic facilities, a fitness center, and Chevy Chase Country Club. Governed by an elected Board of Commissioners, the District is dedicated to providing high-quality parks, recreational facilities, and community events. Learn more at wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Wheeling Park District International Festival

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Culture In Motion™ Heads to the Northeast, Redefining How Philanthropy Invests in Artists and Communities

August 6, 2026

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Roberta Simonen - R. Sunshine attends The Apollo x Kwanza Jones Presents: Culture In Motion SCAD Atlanta (Image provided by SUPERCHARGED® by Kwanza Jones)

Culture In Motion™ Heads to the Northeast, Redefining How Philanthropy Invests in Artists and Communities

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NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2026

Founded and led by cultural architect Kwanza Jones, Culture In Motion™ travels through Boston, Philadelphia, Newark, and New York, demonstrating a new model of philanthropy that invests in local artists, strengthens cultural organizations, and expands opportunity through community partnership.

NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After engaging communities across several regions in the United States, Culture In Motion continues its national journey into the Northeast, demonstrating how local partnership, creative collaboration, and strategic philanthropy can work together to expand opportunities for artists, cultural organizations, and communities.

Roberta Simonen - R. Sunshine attends The Apollo x Kwanza Jones Presents: Culture In Motion SCAD Atlanta (Image provided by SUPERCHARGED® by Kwanza Jones)

Few regions have shaped America’s cultural, educational, and civic life as profoundly as the Northeast. Home to historic cultural institutions, leading centers of learning, and communities that have helped shape the nation’s civic and creative identity, the region reflects many of the values at the heart of Culture In Motion.

Building on The Apollo’s enduring legacy of championing artistic excellence and cultural expression, Culture In Motion will partner with local artists, cultural organizations, and community leaders across the Northeast. Together, these collaborations bring SUPERCHARGED^® empowerment experiences, creative engagement, and Apollo programming directly into communities.

Supporting this collaborative model is a philanthropic framework designed to strengthen communities over the long term.

Serving as the inaugural initiative of the Producing Partner Program created by Kwanza Jones & José E. Feliciano (Jones•Feliciano) Initiative, a high-impact philanthropic grantmaking and investment organization co-founded by Kwanza Jones, Culture In Motion reflects a long-term commitment to expanding cultural infrastructure and access.

Through its transformational Impact Multiplier™ model, the Jones•Feliciano Initiative extends support beyond traditional grantmaking by pairing funding with strategic guidance, creative support, operational expertise, and access to a powerful ecosystem of knowledge and networks. Across the Roadshow, local artists, cultural organizations, schools, and community leaders are not simply participants—they help shape experiences, collaborations, and programming that reflect each community’s unique culture and creative identity.

Together, these partnerships demonstrate a replicable model for how philanthropy, cultural institutions, and communities can work together to strengthen local cultural ecosystems and expand opportunity.

“Philanthropy should do more than fund a moment—it should help build what makes lasting impact possible,” said Kwanza Jones, Founder and Executive Producer of Culture In Motion and Founder of SUPERCHARGED. “That’s the idea behind the Impact Multiplier. Culture In Motion brings that philosophy to life by investing in partnerships that elevate artists, strengthen cultural institutions, and create opportunities that endure long after the Roadshow moves on.”

Powered by SUPERCHARGED and realized in partnership with The Apollo—the inaugural Producing Partner of the Jones•Feliciano Initiative—Culture In Motion combines creative excellence, strategic philanthropy, and community partnership to expand access to arts and culture across the country. This collaboration extends The Apollo’s nearly century-long legacy beyond Harlem while creating lasting opportunities for artists, strengthening cultural institutions, and demonstrating a model for how philanthropy and culture can work together to strengthen communities nationwide.

For additional details about public programming and community participation opportunities, visit boostbus.com. #CultureInMotion

About SUPERCHARGED^® by Kwanza Jones
SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones is the future-forward creative studio and empowerment platform founded and led by multidisciplinary artist, investor, and philanthropist Kwanza Jones. Ignited by her signature formula–energy + intention + impact– SUPERCHARGED creates dynamic music, innovative media, and transformational experiences that boost confidence, build community, and inspire meaningful action. Every project carries the imprint of Kwanza’s high-voltage vision and contributes to the growing Kwanzaverse ecosystem. The mission is simple yet SUPERCHARGED: elevate culture, expand human potential, and uplift humanity. Visit kwanzajones.com | @kwanzajones | #CultureSUPERCHARGED

About The Apollo
The Apollo is an American cultural treasure. It is a vibrant non-profit organization rooted in the Harlem community that engages people from around New York, the nation, and the world. Since 1934, The Apollo has celebrated, created, and presented work that centers Black artists and voices from across the African Diaspora. The Apollo has long championed community engagement, serving as both an incubator for artistic innovation and creativity and a catalyst for social and civic advocacy. Today, The Apollo is the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity. apollotheater.org | @apollotheater | #ApolloRoadshow

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Avalon Park Group Commits to Open 250-Acre Regional Park in East Orange County in 2027

August 5, 2026

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Avalon Park Group Commits to Open 250-Acre Regional Park in East Orange County in 2027

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ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 4, 2026

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ask almost anyone why they chose to call East Orange County home, and the answers are usually the same: the schools, the community and the people. East Orange County is a place where people feel a deep sense of belonging and safety.

Over the past 25 years, East Orange County has become one of Central Florida’s great success stories. Families have planted roots, businesses have invested, and together, we have built a community where people are proud to call home.

But great communities are never finished. They continue investing in what comes next.

Now, we believe it is time for the next chapter.

Avalon Park Group is committing to creating an approximately 250-acre regional park and athletic complex that will serve East Orange County for generations to come. The goal is to make several athletic fields available to the community as early as next year by working with state, regional and local entities to ensure timely completion.

“This community has always accomplished its biggest goals by working together,” said Beat Kahli, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Avalon Park Group. “The partnerships that helped create outstanding schools and thriving communities can also create a regional park that serves families for generations.”

One of the best examples of this type of arrangement is the schools in Avalon Park. Through partnerships among Orange County Public Schools, local government, Avalon Park Group, educators, and families, every one of Avalon Park’s schools has earned an A rating, with two recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools.

Traditionally, parks and athletic complexes are built with public financing, as in Seminole County, City of Apopka, Orange County and elsewhere. As local governments struggle with increased costs and accusations of wasteful spending, this plan is not dependent on any financial commitment from Orange County.

“This park will not ask for Tourist Development Tax dollars, and it will not ask Orange County taxpayers to fund it,” said Kahli. “Those funds have their own purposes and their own pressures. What East Orange County needs is a model that delivers without competing for money that is already spoken for.”

Instead, this park’s success is based on the 30-year track record of Avalon Park Group’s multifaceted portfolio of companies that call Orange County home and through the more than $20 million in property taxes its community, Avalon Park Orlando, pays every year.

“For 20 years, a regional park has been promised and planned, but never delivered,” said Kahli. “It is time for a different model, and Avalon Park Group is ready to lead the effort to bring this vision to reality.”

That long-term vision reaches far beyond athletic fields. While soccer, football, volleyball, cricket, baseball and more will be available, Avalon Park Group believes that walking trails, playgrounds, wellness amenities, and community gathering spaces are all part of the conversation.

That said, the regional park will also work to become a national destination, looking to grow our region’s successful economic development efforts through amateur sports.

However, the final plan will be shaped by the people who will use it. Residents, athletic organizations, schools, homeowner associations, businesses, and civic leaders will be invited to help define the park through surveys and community meetings.

The need is clear.

East Orange County continues to welcome thousands of new residents each year, yet recreational infrastructure has not kept pace.

Every weekend, local families travel across Central Florida so their children can play soccer, football or baseball, compete in volleyball tournaments, run track, play cricket, and participate in other activities because quality regional facilities are not available close to home.

“Our families spend countless hours traveling because quality athletic facilities have not kept pace with the incredible growth of East Orange County,” said Dave Weiser, Executive Director of the East Orlando Knights Soccer Club. “A regional park is about much more than sports. It gives children more opportunities close to home while creating a destination the entire community can enjoy.”

That need extends well beyond youth athletics.

“I have watched Avalon Park grow from open land into a thriving community filled with families, schools, businesses, and civic organizations,” said Brenda Kolbrich, longtime Avalon Park community advocate. “The next step is ensuring that our public spaces and recreational opportunities grow with us. A regional park would give residents of every age a place to connect, stay active, and continue building the community spirit that makes East Orange County special.”

“Community parks are about so much more than playgrounds and walking trails. They become the heart of a neighborhood, providing a place where families gather, children play, neighbors connect, and community traditions are built. For far too long, East Orange County has been underserved when it comes to accessible public parks, despite the tremendous growth our area has experienced,” said Stephanie Chandrasekaran, Realtor and President of the Stoneybrook Homeowners Association. “Investing in parks is an investment in the health, quality of life, and long-term strength of a community. Every resident deserves access to welcoming public spaces that encourage recreation, foster relationships, and create a stronger sense of belonging for generations to come.”

“Our residents have been clear that they want more opportunities to gather, exercise, play sports, and enjoy the outdoors without having to leave East Orange County,” said Angie Smith Gerard, Board Member of the Avalon Park Property Owners Association. “A park of this scale would serve our children today while creating an important community asset for generations to come.”

Like every major public investment in Avalon Park’s history, this project will depend on strong partnerships. While tax dollars are not needed to bring this to life, success will require collaboration among the State of Florida, Orange County and neighboring jurisdictions, community organizations, residents, athletic associations, and the private sector.

“As a mom, I have seen firsthand how important parks, trails, and athletic fields are for children and families. But too many parents spend hours driving across the region because recreational spaces have not kept pace with our county’s growth. East Orange County deserves the kind of parks and recreational opportunities that reflect the incredible community it has become,” said Stephanie Murphy, candidate for Orange County Mayor. “As mayor, I will support partnerships that expand access to quality recreational opportunities, while ensuring every investment is made transparently and in the best interest of Orange County residents.”

“Our community has demonstrated time and again what is possible when people come together around a shared vision,” said State Representative Johanna Lopez, candidate for Orange County Commission District 4. “This initiative is another opportunity for local government, residents, and private partners to build something that will benefit East Orange County families for generations. If elected, our county government will stop promising a park and work to make it a reality. I support moving this effort forward and ensuring that the community has a strong voice throughout the process.”

Work is already underway to identify the specific site and build the partnerships necessary to move the project forward.

Finalizing the location will require cooperation across jurisdictions and a shared commitment from local leadership. The goal is to find a convenient location near restaurants and other amenities, but one that is separated from surrounding neighborhoods by substantial landscaped buffers and berms, limiting its visibility and potential noise issues from residential areas.

Regional parks create places where children discover new passions, neighbors become friends, grandparents walk with grandchildren, and tournaments introduce visitors to local businesses. They strengthen communities in ways that extend far beyond recreation. The leaders featured here represent only a handful of those who have already expressed support. More than a dozen local athletic organizations, homeowner associations, community leaders, and residents have shared the same sentiment: East Orange County is ready for a regional park.

Avalon Park Group is committed to leading the effort.

The community is ready to help shape it. Now it is time to bring together the public and private partners needed to turn the vision into reality. Because the next great chapter of East Orange County will not be built by one organization. It will be built together.

About Avalon Park Group

Avalon Park Group is a uniquely diversified family of companies engaged in businesses ranging from master-planned community development to technology and health care services, co-working, food hall management, mining, and property management, in Florida, Texas, and Switzerland. With more than $1 billion in total assets, Avalon Park Group combines its exceptional reputation, sound business experience, and significant financial resources to invest in extraordinary opportunities. At Avalon Park Group, our mission is to change the way the world lives, learns, works, and plays by creating healthy sustainable communities and every aspect thereof. For more information on Avalon Park Group, visit www.AvalonParkGroup.com or call 407-658-6565.

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Brayton Purcell LLP announces $47 Million Verdict in the Fourth Artificial Stone Countertop Fabrication Silicosis Trial

August 5, 2026

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Wilmer Rubin Martinez Paredes and his children

Brayton Purcell LLP announces $47 Million Verdict in the Fourth Artificial Stone Countertop Fabrication Silicosis Trial

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NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2026

NOVATO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Brayton Purcell LLP is pleased to report that, on August 3, 2026, in the case of Evelin Liseth Gonzalez Rodriguez, individually and as successor-in-interest of her deceased husband, Wilmer Ruben Martinez Paredes; Brianna Magali Martinez Gonzalez, Andy Ruben Martinez, and Aliyah Liseth Martinez Gonzalez, minors, by and through their Guardian Ad Litem Evelin Liseth Gonzalez Rodriguez v. Dal-Tile Distribution, LLC and Dal-Tile, LLC, et al., Case No. 23STCV29755, a Santa Monica, CA jury assessed a $47,035,380 verdict on behalf of the family of Wilmer Ruben Martinez Paredes against Dal-Tile Distribution, LLC and Dal-Tile, LLC. This was the fourth artificial stone silicosis trial in the U.S., and the third verdict in favor of plaintiffs. Wilmer Martinez Paredes developed artificial stone silicosis, artificial stone-caused rheumatoid arthritis, and artificial stone-caused autoimmune disease and died at age 41 after working as an artificial stone countertop fabrication worker.

Wilmer Rubin Martinez Paredes and his children

Both Dal-Tile entities were found liable for negligence, product liability design defect consumer expectation, product liability design defect risk-benefit test, and failure to warn. The jury rejected their various “blame the employer” affirmative defenses of sophisticated intermediary, product misuse, and third-party superseding intentional or criminal act.

The jury’s damages findings were economic damages of $2,035,380 and non-economic damages of $45,000,000 for a total verdict of $47,035,380.

Dal-Tile Distribution, LLC was found to be 3% at fault and Dal-Tile, LLC found to be 3% at fault.

The plaintiffs were represented at trial by partner James Nevin, and associate Liliana Carbone, of Brayton Purcell LLP.

The Dal-Tile entities were represented by Jennifer Judin, Cassidy Tynan, and Mark Sayre of Foley Mansfield.

Plaintiffs’ experts were Mr. Aki Vourakis (fabrication specialist), Dr. Michael Ellenbecker, CIH (certified industrial hygienist), Dr. Mark Nicas, CIH (certified industrial hygienist), Dr. David Ross, M.D. (lung transplants), Dr. Andrew McClintock Greenberg, M.D. (pulmonologist), Dr. Richard Cohen (occupational medicine and epidemiology) and James Mills (forensic economist).

Defendants’ experts were Haifa Hughes, CIH (certified industrial hygienist), Jacob Persky, CIH (certified industrial hygienist), Mr. Vincent Moiso (tile salesman), and Dr. Dennis Paustenbach, Ph.D. (toxicologist).

The jury determined that artificial stone slabs made from high content (90%) crystalline silica, with their mix of toxic metals and resins, are a defective product that cannot be safely fabricated by workers under real-world conditions. While OSHA engineering, administrative, and PPE controls work well for natural stone countertop fabrication, they have proven to be ineffective for use with artificial stone. In the face of an epidemic of silicosis among artificial stone fabrication workers and armed with the mounting scientific data of the unique toxicity of the product, Cal-OSHA voted to initiate emergency rulemaking to prohibit fabrication and installation of artificial stone products containing >1% crystalline silica in May of this year.

Throughout the trial, plaintiffs’ counsel explained that the employers were also negligent, and other manufacturers and suppliers were negligent and their products were defective, but that did not somehow absolve the Dal-Tile entities for partial responsibility for their role in contributing to Martinez Paredes’ disease and premature death. The trial was about accountability. Under the law, it is no defense that others were also negligent. The jury also found that the employers were 70% at fault but rejected Dal-Tile’s defense that the employers’ lapses absolved them of liability. The decedent, Wilmer Ruben Martinez Paredes, was found to be 0% at fault. Resolved defendants Architectural Surfaces Group, Caesarstone USA, Inc./Caesarstone Ltd., Cambria Company LLC, and Cosentino (C&C North) were each found to be 6% at fault.

Dal-Tile began distributing crystalline silica artificial stone in 2006, and despite knowledge of the risks related to crystalline silica, did not affix any warning label until 2023. In 2025, Dal-Tile began manufacturing a non-toxic, otherwise nearly identical product called Purevana, yet continues to sell their OneQuartz product.

The Martinez Paredes trial was one of the first of many hundreds for young artificial stone countertop fabrication workers who have developed fatal artificial stone silicosis and other silica-diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune disease, chronic kidney disease, and lung cancer from just a few years of exposure to uniquely toxic artificial stone.

“We are grateful to the jury for understanding that the global medical consensus is that crystalline silica artificial stone is a ‘uniquely toxic’ defective product, and that all entities in the chain of distribution are liable for the devastating consequences on young workers and their families,” said James Nevin, partner at Brayton Purcell LLP.

“Dal-Tile spent the whole trial kicking and fighting, refusing to accept their share of accountability,” said Liliana Carbone, associate at Brayton Purcell LLP. “We were proud to represent the Martinez Paredes family, to find them some small measure of justice for the loss of their husband and father.”

“Once again, we hope this verdict sends a clear message,” said Nevin. “As the American Thoracic Society, Cal-OSHA, and global health authorities have already determined, crystalline silica artificial stone must be banned before this epidemic of artificial stone silicosis will abate.”

For additional information regarding this verdict, contact:

James P. Nevin, Esq.
Brayton Purcell LLP
(415) 493-3531
[email protected]

For media inquiries, contact:

Nolan Lowry
Brayton Purcell LLP
(415) 399-3701
[email protected]

James Nevin, Partner and Liliana Carbone, Associate of Brayton Purcell LLP at the Santa Monica, CA courthouse after a jury verdict in favor of client Evelin Liseth Gonzalez Rodriguez and family, as successor-in- interest of Wilmer Rubin Martinez Paredes

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Texas Home Prices Remained Steady Overall in Q2 2026

August 5, 2026

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Texas Home Prices Remained Steady Overall in Q2 2026

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AUSTIN, Texas, July 21, 2026

Closed sales increased in 23 of 26 metros, according to a Texas Realtors report

AUSTIN, Texas, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The statewide median home sales price of $340,000 in the second quarter remained unchanged from last year, but individual markets varied, according to the 2026 Q2 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas Realtors. Prices rose in 14 metros and declined in 11, with one market unchanged. The four largest metros each had decreases of less than 1.5%. Meanwhile, most smaller markets recorded increases. The largest were in Texarkana (16.6%) and Abilene (13.6%). All but five markets had changes of less than 5%.

“A flat statewide number might sound like nothing happened, but that’s not what our members are seeing on the ground,” said Jennifer Wauhob, Chairman of Texas Realtors. “Prices climbed sharply in a few markets and eased slightly in our biggest metros. The real story is always local, and that’s exactly where your Texas Realtor can help.”

The number of home sales rose 4.5% statewide

Closed sales rose to 99,688 in the second quarter, with the largest percentage increases in Eagle Pass (22.9%), Odessa (16.2%), and Tyler (15.6%). The only metros with fewer sales were Corpus Christi (-5.9%), College Station-Bryan (-5.4%), and Beaumont-Port Arthur (-0.8%).

Homes took a few days longer to sell in most markets

On average, Texas homes stayed on the market for 65 days, 3 days longer than during the same period last year. Days on market increased in 21 metros, decreased in 2, and stayed the same in 3.

Months of inventory decreased slightly

Statewide, months of inventory dipped from 5.6 to 5.4 months compared to Q2 last year. Months of inventory measures how long it would take to sell the homes currently on the market at the current pace of sales. Four to five months of inventory generally indicates a balance between supply and demand, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center.

Active listings down in half of markets

After several years of substantial growth in the number of homes available for sale, the statewide average of active listings was nearly unchanged with only a 0.2% rise over the same period last year. Markets were almost evenly divided, though, with 13 metros declining, 12 increasing, and one unchanged.

“We’ve seen huge leaps in active listings since 2022, so a nearly flat statewide average is significant. Homes don’t sell by the statewide average, though,” Wauhob said. “Every sale is one family, one home. And your Texas Realtor is the best resource to evaluate what’s happening in your area, listen to what’s important to you, and help you build the life you’re dreaming about.”

About the Texas Quarterly Housing Report

Data for the Texas Quarterly Housing Report is provided by the Data Relevance Project, a partnership among local REALTOR® associations and their MLSs, and Texas REALTORS®, with analysis by the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University. The report provides quarterly real estate sales data for Texas and 26 metropolitan statistical areas in the state. Note that external factors such as MSA boundaries being redrawn by the U.S. Office of Budget and Management may affect comparisons to previous reports.

About Texas REALTORS®

With more than 145,000 members, Texas REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. We are the advocate for REALTORS® and private property rights in Texas.

CONTACT
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Hahn Agency
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/C O R R E C T I O N — Heineken USA/HEINEKEN® 0.0 BRINGS SERENA WILLIAMS’ OLD US OPEN TICKETS BACK INTO PLAY

August 4, 2026

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Heineken Second Serve Tickets with Global Heineken 0.0 Ambassador Serena Williams

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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2026

In the news release, HEINEKEN® 0.0 BRINGS SERENA WILLIAMS’ OLD US OPEN TICKETS BACK INTO PLAY, issued 03-Aug-2026 by Heineken USA over PR Newswire, we are advised that the “Friends Have More Friends” sentence in the Note to Editors section, should read “Fans Have More Friends.” The complete, corrected release follows:

HEINEKEN® 0.0 BRINGS SERENA WILLIAMS’ OLD US OPEN TICKETS BACK INTO PLAY

Heineken 0.0 Reactivates Tickets from Serena Williams’ Past US Opens to Reunite Her Biggest Fans at This Year’s Tournament

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Heineken®—the internationally renowned brand built on creating a more refreshing social life — is bringing a completely new approach to fan connection this summer. Whether it be music, movies or sport — only the biggest fans keep their old tickets as mementos. Now, Heineken is bringing 23-time Grand Slam champion and Heineken 0.0 Global Ambassador Serena Williams’ biggest fans together by re-activating her past tickets for this year’s US Open.

Heineken Second Serve Tickets with Global Heineken 0.0 Ambassador Serena Williams

As an extension of Heineken’s Fans Have More Friends campaign and in partnership with the tennis icon, Second Serve Tickets revives tickets from any of Williams’ past US Open tournaments for a chance to score a seat in the exclusive Heineken Suite at Arthur Ashe Stadium at the 2026 US Open. To enter, fans simply submit a photo of their old ticket stub alongside a personal memory behind it at heineken.com/secondservetickets. The most passionate fans will be invited to return to the stadium — turning a piece of tennis history into a new US Open experience, and giving these tennis fans the unique opportunity to connect over a beer.

“Looking back at my career, some of my favorite memories happened on the courts at the US Open. Reflecting on those moments this year has reminded me what made those wins truly unforgettable: the energy of the fans cheering me on from the stands,” said Serena Williams, Heineken 0.0 Global Ambassador. “That’s why I’m so thrilled to partner with Heineken 0.0 for Second Serve Tickets. It’s an incredible concept that celebrates the fans who were right there with me, giving them a place to come together, share their own stories, and build new friendships.”

Fans at the 2026 US Open can also purchase limited-edition Heineken 0.0 cans inspired by the ticket designs from Serena Williams’ six US Open championship wins, available exclusively at the 2026 US Open starting Monday, August 24th (while supplies last) alongside the full Heineken portfolio.

“At HEINEKEN, we believe shared fandom sparks new connections. Serena Williams has brought some of the most passionate sports fans together year after year to celebrate greatness, connection and the joy of the game. That is why we are thrilled to partner with her and recognize her fans that have been there from the beginning,” said Maggie Timoney, Chief Executive Officer of HEINEKEN USA. “With the continued demand for non-alcoholic options, we are proud that Heineken® 0.0 is at the center of the action offering a premium, no-compromise option to stay refreshed throughout every moment of the US Open.”

As the pioneer of the non-alcoholic beer category, Heineken 0.0 keeps proving that a balanced, mindful lifestyle that leans into moderation doesn’t have to mean a boring social life. In the past two years alone Heineken 0.0’s popularity at the US Open has skyrocketed, having generated sell-out status through the tournament. It’s a refreshing, no-compromise choice for tennis fans — making it easier than ever to enjoy a full day of high-stakes matches and keep the social energy flowing without missing a moment.

Don’t have a historic Serena match ticket but still want to be part of the Serena-fueled action? Visit @heineken_us for more information on a chance to win tickets.

About HEINEKEN USA
HEINEKEN USA Inc., is a subsidiary of HEINEKEN International N.V., the world’s most international brewer. Key brands in the U.S. are Heineken® Original, Heineken® 0.0 – the leading non alc beer, Heineken® Silver – a lower-carb, lower-cal beer, the Dos Equis Franchise, and the Tecate Franchise. HEINEKEN USA also imports Amstel Light, Red Stripe and more.

Note to Editors:
Heineken’s global sponsorship platform, Fans Have More Friends, is built upon the belief that fandom is one of the quickest ways to spark a connection between strangers. Rooted in Heineken’s long-standing belief in the importance of sociability, research commissioned by Heineken shows that 75% of fans say their fandom has helped them meet new people, making it one of the fastest ways to create bonds. Heineken continuously brings together its sponsorships across football, US Open, Formula 1 and music festivals, using fandom as both the social catalyst and a way to elevate social experiences in a world that can feel increasingly lonely.

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. PURCHASING A PRODUCT WILL NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. CONTEST IS OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 U.S. AND D.C. WHO ARE 21 OR OLDER AS OF DATE OF ENTRY. CONTEST IS GOVERNED EXCLUSIVELY BY THE LAWS OF THE U.S. Contest begins at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 8/3/2026 and ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on 8/16/2026. To enter, and for full terms and conditions and prize details, visit www.Heineken.com/us/en/promos/secondserve and follow the on-screen entry instructions including uploading an image of a ticket from a past Serena Williams US Open tournament and writing an essay sharing why you are a Tennis fan. OR find a post by Heineken USA (@Heineken_US) on Instagram related to the Contest. Follow the instructions to comment on the post to share your story related to being a fan of the US Open. Maximum one entry per person per method of entry. See official rules for judging criteria in determination of winners. United States Tennis Association Incorporated (“USTA”) and Instagram® are not a sponsor of the Contest, and in no way responsible for the administration of the Contest, the verification of winners or the fulfillment of the prize. Normal time rates, if any, charged by Internet service providers will apply. All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET on 8/16/2026. Sponsor: HEINEKEN USA Inc., White Plains, NY.

Heineken 0.0 2026 Limited Edition Collectible Cans Available at the US Open

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