$5 Million in Additional Funding Approved

DIAMOND BAR, Calif., July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In response to the ongoing impacts of the 2026 Palos Fire in Boyle Heights, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) Governing Board today approved up to $5 million in additional funding to provide air purifiers to local residents as quickly as possible.

“The community has made it clear that this program is needed, with thousands of residents already applying since the start of the fire,” said Michael Cacciotti, South Coast AQMD Governing Board Chair. “This additional funding allows us to expand the program and make it as easy and as fast as possible for eligible residents to receive up to two HEPA air purifiers and three years of replacement filters.”

The funding will expand South Coast AQMD’s AB 617 Residential Air Filtration Program and help residents in Boyle Heights and surrounding communities during cleanup activities. Over the past two weeks, South Coast AQMD received about 2,000 applications for air filtration units due to the 2026 Palos Fire. Cleanup efforts, including the removal of approximately 85 million pounds of food waste from a 500,000-square-foot warehouse may generate increased dust, particulate matter (PM) and odors from demolition work, debris removal, and truck traffic. Air purifiers can help reduce indoor exposure, offering added protection for children, seniors, and individuals with respiratory conditions.

What Does the Program Provide?

Eligible households can receive up to two CARB certified, High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) purifiers that remove 99.97% of particles from indoor air, effectively filter smoke and dust particles and are ENERGY STAR certified.Three-year supply of replacement filters.All items will be shipped directly to applicant at no cost. South Coast AQMD is working with multiple vendors to expedite delivery and distribution process.

Eligibility and Program Requirements

To be eligible, applicant must live in the East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, and West Commerce (ELABHWC) community.Applicants must show a government issued ID and/or utility bill (water, gas, electric) to verify residence.Air purifiers are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.The program is currently open and residents can submit applications online at www.aqmd.gov/raf.

Application Outreach Events

South Coast AQMD is actively working with local and state elected officials, community-based organizations, and environmental groups to identify outreach events and opportunities to provide in person assistance to eligible residents with application submission.

Once those events are finalized, South Coast AQMD will conduct outreach in both English and Spanish to ensure residents are aware of and can easily access the program. Outreach efforts include:

Participation in local community meetings and events, including farmers markets and neighborhood gatherings.Engagement through the AB 617 ELABHWC Community Steering Committee.Online updates and resources through South Coast AQMD’s website.

For more information on the Residential Air Filtration Program administered through the AB617 Community Air Protection Program, please visit: Residential Air Filtration Incentives.

The air purifier program is one of several actions South Coast AQMD is taking to help protect public health during cleanup efforts, alongside air monitoring, inspections, and ongoing community outreach. South Coast AQMD is working with partner city and county agencies to help minimize odors during cleanup efforts. For information on South Coast AQMD’s ongoing efforts following the Palos Fire (Boyle Heights), including access to air monitoring data, visit: www.aqmd.gov/palos. Residents may report odors, smoke, and other air quality issues to South Coast AQMD by calling 1-800-CUT-SMOG (288-7664), via our online complaint portal at www.aqmd.gov/complaints, or through our mobile app.

South Coast AQMD is the regulatory agency responsible for improving air quality for large areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley. For news, air quality alerts, event updates and more, please visit us at www.aqmd.gov, download our award-winning app, or follow us on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter) and Instagram.

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WHEELING, W.Va., July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WesBanco, Inc. (Nasdaq:WSBC), a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced today it will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Jeff Jackson, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Dan Weiss, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will review financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Results for the quarter are expected to be released after the market close on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Interested parties can access the live webcast of the conference call through the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.wesbanco.com. Participants can also listen to the conference call by dialing 888-347-6607, or 1-412-902-4290 for international callers, and asking to be joined into the WesBanco call. Please log in or dial in at least 10 minutes prior to the start time to ensure a connection.

A replay of the conference call will be available by dialing 855-669-9658, or 1-412-317-0088 for international callers, and providing the access code of 2665203. The replay will begin at approximately 11:00 a.m. ET on July 22, 2026, and end at 12 a.m. ET on August 6, 2026. An archive of the webcast will be available for one year on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website (www.wesbanco.com).

About WesBanco, Inc.
With over 150 years as a community-focused, regional financial services partner, WesBanco Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBC) and its subsidiaries build lasting prosperity through relationships and solutions that empower our customers for success in their financial journeys. Customers across our ten-state footprint choose WesBanco for the comprehensive range and personalized delivery of our retail and commercial banking solutions, as well as trust, brokerage, wealth management and insurance services, all designed to advance their financial goals. Through the strength of our teams, we leverage large bank capabilities and local focus to help make every community we serve a better place for people and businesses to thrive. Headquartered in Wheeling, West Virginia, WesBanco has $27.5 billion in total assets, with our Trust and Investment Services holding $7.8 billion of assets under management and securities account values (including annuities) of $2.6 billion through our broker/dealer, as of March 31, 2026. Learn more at www.wesbanco.com and follow @WesBanco on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HitPaw, a leading innovator in AI-powered multimedia solutions, today announced the release of HitPaw VikPea V5.4.0, the latest upgrade to its AI video enhancement and creation platform. This version introduces an all-new AI Video Stylization feature, smarter Face Tracking Beauty, expanded video import capabilities, and several core AI model improvements, making professional-quality video enhancement and creation faster, easier, and more accessible than ever.

What’s New in HitPaw VikPea V5.4.0?

AI Video Stylization
VikPea introduces AI Video Stylization, enabling users to transform standard footage into stylized videos with preset or prompt-based controls while preserving motion consistency.
Key benefit: quickly generates cinematic-style videos such as Cyberpunk, Ghibli-inspired, and Van Gogh-style visuals from existing footage.

Face Tracking Video Beauty Upgrade
The upgraded Video Beauty module adds Face Tracking technology that locks enhancement effects onto a selected face, maintaining consistency even in multi-person or moving scenes.
Key benefit: prevents beauty effects from shifting or flickering in vlogs, interviews, and livestream content.

Smart Video Import (Link & DVD Support)
Users can now import videos via YouTube or TikTok URLs for automatic detection, as well as from DVD or Blu-ray sources, for quick access and further enhancement.
Key benefit: simplifies content ingestion from online sources and physical media into a single workflow.

AI Generative Model with Text Enhancement
The AI Generative Model now improves text clarity during enhancement, reducing blur and distortion of subtitles, captions, and on-screen text.
Key benefit: ensures readable text in tutorials, presentations, and archived footage.

Faster Portrait Restoration & Improved Video Stabilization
VikPea V5.4.0 delivers up to 20% faster export speeds in portrait restoration and improved stabilization for smoother results in handheld and high-motion videos.

Compatibility and Pricing

HitPaw VikPea V5.4.0 supports both Windows and macOS, making it easy for all creators to get started. Download the latest version and subscribe from just $43.19/month.

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HitPaw is a leading innovator in AI-powered multimedia solutions. Its intuitive software helps creators enhance videos, edit photos, transform audio, and generate AI-powered content with ease. Trusted by millions of users worldwide, HitPaw continues to make professional creative technology accessible to everyone.

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