CHICAGO, Illinois, July 26 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following news release: Today, Alianza Americas, a network of organizations led by Latin American and Caribbean immigrants throughout the United States, celebrates the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA has made significant strides to ensure the right to equal opportunity for people with disabilities by prohibiting discrimin  more

WASHINGTON, July 26 -- The Advocates For Youth issued the following statement on July 24, 2024: * * * We mourn Sonya Massey and the tragic loss to her family and loved ones at the hands of the Springfield, Illinois Sheriff Deputy Sean Grayson. Advocates for Youth President Debra Hauser shared this statement. "Sonya Massey called the police for help, and instead they murdered her. This horrific killing is yet another example why young people have called for the abolition of police - they do no  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 26 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following agency statement on July 25, 2024: * * * Salvadoran journalist Carlos Martinez was awarded the Maria Moors Cabot Award * * * Alianza Americas greatly values the contributions of investigative journalism to defend democracy in Latin America. We celebrate the work of Salvadoran journalist Carlos Martinez, recipient of the Maria Moors Cabot Award fro  more

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, July 26 (TNSres) -- The Emergency Nurses Association issued the following news release: * * * Researchers, reviewers and a special contributor to ENA's peer-reviewed journal earn awards * * * The Emergency Nurses Association has recognized the best of the Journal of Emergency Nursing for 2023, with awards to the authors of two papers, two reviewers and a special contributor. JEN is ENA's per-reviewed academic journal, published six times a year with original research a  more

BROOKFIELD, Illinois, July 26 -- Brookfield Zoo Chicago issued the following news release: A new North American Prairie Aviary, home to sandhill cranes and greater prairie chickens, is now open at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. As populations of the greater prairie chicken are decreasing and the Mississippi subspecies of sandhill crane faces extinction, this space and its inhabitants bring awareness to the conservation challenges facing native bird species. While observing these birds, zoogoers can ga  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 25 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Discover Boating's influencer marketing program is in full swing as diverse content creators across the U.S. and Canada inspire the next generation of boaters to get on the water and enjoy the benefits of boating this summer. The brand's Instagram and TikTok influencer partners create and share reels highlighting their boating experiences whether it's cruising, fi  more

BEVERLY HILLS, California, July 26 -- The Ad Council issued the following news release: * * * New PSA from McKinney Builds on Initial Partnership to Prevent Suicides and Shootings by People in Distress with Firearm Restraining Orders * * * CHICAGO, IL (July 25th, 2024) - The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Brady: United Against Gun Violence and the Ad Council are today premiering a new video public service advertisement (PSA) to raise awareness about the lifesaving potential of   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 26 -- People's Action issued the following news release on July 25, 2024: * * * Center for Popular Democracy Action, People's Action, and Working Families Party are mobilizing their volunteers to knock on 5+ million doors in key swing states * * * Today, three of the country's leading progressive organizations, Center for Popular Democracy Action (CPD), People's Action, and Working Families Party (WFP) announced their endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. Thes  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 25 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Last week, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) facilitated a tour of Brunswick Corporation's New York Mills Operation with State Representative Tom Murphy (GOP House District 9B). The tour offered a comprehensive look into Brunswick's manufacturing footprint in Minnesota, particularly in the production of Lund and Crestliner Boats. Representatives   more

BELLEVUE, Washington, July 26 -- MomsRising, an online and on-the-ground organization of more than one million mothers and their families, issued the following statement on July 25, 2024: * * * Statement of leaders of MomsRising, the online and on-the-ground organization of more than one million mothers and their families, on the police murder of Illinois mom, Sonya Massey: "An Illinois mom called 911 for help. She needed care, safety, and concern but, instead, one of the police officers who   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 26 -- People's Action issued the following news release on July 25, 2024: Following today's joint endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris alongside the Working Families Party and Center for Popular Democracy Action, People's Action announced the launch of its independent expenditure program to beat Donald Trump and elect Vice President Kamala Harris as president of the United States of America. "This is a historic moment, and we're ready for it," People's Action Boa  more

WASHINGTON, July 26 -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, issued the following news release on July 25, 2024: Prime Healthcare has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Ascension for the sale of Ascension Illinois hospitals, associated physician practices, post-acute and senior living facilities. Upon completion, this acquisition will be the largest in the history of Prime Healthcare and the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501c3 public charity. Today, Prime Healthcare an  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 25 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: AMA and 126 Other Health Groups Ask Congress to Pass Bills to Sustain Physician Practices The American Medical Association--along with all 50 state medical societies and 76 other health organizations--have written congressional leaders urging them to pass legislation vital to the sustainability of physician practices. Facing yet another cut in Medicare payments, physicians are   more