California
California Labor Division Rules in Nicole Doshi's Favor in Motley Contract Dispute
The Division of Labor Standards Enforcement of the California Department of Industrial Relations ruled on Monday in favor of Nicole Doshi in her contract dispute with defunct talent agency Motley Models and its former owner Dave Rock.
Video: FSC's Alison Boden Testifies Before California Assembly Committee Regarding Age Verification
Free Speech Coalition Executive Director Alison Boden testified before the California Assembly Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, in opposition to the state’s version of the age verification bills being sponsored around the country by anti-porn religious conservative activists.
California Republicans, Democrats Team Up to Advance Age Verification for Porn
Both Republicans and Democrats in the California Assembly’s Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee voted last week to move forward a version of the age verification bills being sponsored around the country by anti-porn religious conservative activists.
FSC's Alison Boden Testifies Against California Age Verification Bill, Urges Action to Defeat It
Free Speech Coalition Executive Director Alison Boden testified Tuesday against AB 3080, California’s version of the age verification bills being sponsored around the country by anti-porn religious conservative activists.
Doc Johnson Featured in LA Times Series on Iconic California Companies
Doc Johnson was recently featured in an article in the Los Angeles Times as part of a series on iconic California companies.
Court Blocks California's Controversial 'Age-Appropriate Design Code Act'
A federal judge on Monday issued an injunction blocking the California attorney general from enforcing the controversial California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (CAADCA), which was passed last year after lobbying from a British baroness.
British Baroness Defends Controversial California Age Verification Law She Inspired
The Baroness Beeban Kidron, a British aristocrat with California and Hollywood ties, was the subject last week of a fawning profile by Politico, in which she continued to defend her controversial campaigns for internet age verification in the U.K. and California.
Falcon/NakedSword Creative Director Sister Roma Honored by the State of California
Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence drag performer/activist and Falcon/NakedSword Creative Director Sister Roma was honored today by the California legislature as part of a resolution declaring June “LGBTQ+ Pride Month.”
Hustler Hollywood Opens Modesto, California Location
Hustler Hollywood has opened a new store in Modesto — the retail chain's 53rd location, and its 14th store in California.
Hustler Hollywood Opens Victorville, California Location
Hustler Hollywood has opened a new store in Victorville — the retail chain's 46th location, and its 14th store in the state.
Dr. Ava Cadell Opens 'Loveology Retreat' in Southern California
Noted sexpert, author and therapist Dr. Ava Cadell has opened the new Loveology Retreat in Maricopa.
California Passes Controversial Age Verification Bill Drafted by British Baroness
The California legislature on Tuesday passed a highly controversial bill mandating sweeping yet vague age verification measures for any web site “likely to be accessed by children,” now waiting to be signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Carmen Valentina to Headline Deja Vu Showgirls in Bakersfield, California
Carmen Valentina will headline Deja Vu Showgirls in Bakersfield, California this Friday and Saturday night.
Julia Robbie to Perform Comedy Set in Tarzana, California on Friday
Newcomer Julia Robbie will be performing a stand-up comedy set at Corbin Bowl in Tarzana, California this Friday.
California Judge Rules Visa Can Be Tried as MindGeek's 'Co-Conspirator'
A controversial California federal judge ruled on Friday against Visa’s request to be dismissed from a lawsuit alleging it “conspired” with MindGeek to profit from CSAM.
Hustler Hollywood Opens New Store in Pasadena, California
Hustler Hollywood has opened a brick-and-mortar boutique in Pasadena, California as the chain's 40th location.
Eve's Apple Hiring Sales Reps in Southern California
Eve's Apple, maker of Our Erotic Journey and SECGUO adult brands, is currently seeking to staff up the company's Southern California-based sales team.
Rachael Cavalli to Headline Déjà Vu Clubs in Southern California, Mexico
Rachael Cavalli will headline several Déjà Vu gentlemen's clubs in Lemon Grove and San Diego, California, and Tijuana, Mexico, tomorrow, Friday and Saturday.
Hustler Hollywood in Santa Ana, California to Open This Weekend
Hustler Hollywood will be holding a grand-opening event on Saturday at its new store in Santa Ana, California from 7-10 p.m. (PST).
FSC Sounds Alarm About Revived Anti-Section-230 California Bill
A controversial California bill that would eliminate Section 230 protections in the name of fighting “online trafficking” and “revenge porn,” along the lines established at the federal level by FOSTA-SESTA, has moved forward in the state senate, spurring the Free Speech Coalition to renew its campaign against the proposed legislation.