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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Wednesday January 29, 2025 ( 46 items )  

$41.65M financing secured for premier grocery-anchored center in Chicago suburb
CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 28 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Jones Lang LaSalle, a real estate and investment management company, issued the following news release: * * * $41.65M financing secured for premier grocery-anchored center in Chicago suburb NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2025 - JLL Capital Markets announced today that it has secured a $41.65 million financing of Danada Square West, a 314,819-square-foot grocery-anchored shopping center in Wheaton, Illinois. JLL represented the borrower, DLC, in a  more

Ameresco Upsizes and Extends Corporate Senior Credit Facility
FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, Jan. 29 -- Ameresco, a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, issued the following news release on Jan. 28, 2025: * * * The Company adds international banking partners to aid in continued European expansion. * * * Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced the successful refinancing and expansion of its term loan and revolving credit facil  more

Anheuser-Busch: Budweiser Adds Another Chapter To Its Super Bowl Legacy With The Return Of The Legendary Budweiser Clydesdales
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Jan. 29 -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * Starring a Clydesdale foal, the spot combines brand nostalgia with a fresh story of hard work and determination * * * New York, NY - January 27, 2025 - Back on a stage as synonymous with the brand as its iconic horses, Budweiser is returning to the Super Bowl with the famous Clydesdale hitch. For the first time in over a decade, this year's spot, titled "First Delivery," features a Cl  more

Associate Mindi Zudekoff Joins McGlinchey in New York City
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Jan. 29 -- McGlinchey Stafford, a law firm, issued the following news release: McGlinchey is pleased to announce that Associate Mindi Zudekoff has joined the firm's Financial Services Litigation practice in New York City. She counsels clients on consumer protection and lender liability claims with a particular focus on litigation related to residential foreclosure actions, title issues, and declaratory actions. "I am glad for Mindi to join us here in the New York office  more

Assurant Foundation Boosts Support for the NADA Foundation's Workforce Initiative With $30,000 Contribution
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * Sixth consecutive Assurant donation at annual NADA Show helps drive development of a modern, inclusive automotive service workforce * * * ATLANTA, Jan. 28, 2025 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases, including automobiles, today announced the Assurant Foundation's donation of $30,000 to   more

Assurant Supports Southern California Customers, Employees, and Communities Impacted by Wildfires
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * Policyholders can quickly and easily file a claim online, via phone, and now at in-person Assurant support sites in Burbank and Santa Monica * * * ATLANTA, January 27, 2025 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases, has opened mobile claims support sites for Southern California policyholders  more

Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit, Seeks Immediate Court Order to Block Sweeping OMB Directive Freezing up to $3 Trillion in Vital Federal Funding
SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit, Seeks Immediate Court Order to Block Sweeping OMB Directive Freezing up to $3 Trillion in Vital Federal Funding New OMB directive would pause funding for disaster recovery, as well as public health, education, and public safety programs SACRAMENTO -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, along with New York Attorney General Letitia Ja  more

Attorney General James Secures $450,000 from Companies Selling Home Security Cameras that Failed to Secure Private Videos
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 28 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $450,000 from Companies Selling Home Security Cameras that Failed to Secure Private Videos January 28, 2025 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James secured $450,000 from three companies that distribute eufy home security video cameras for failing to secure consumers' private home security videos. The companies, Fantasia Trading LLC, Power Mo  more

Bark in the Park: A celebration of canine health and community
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * Bark in the Park: A celebration of canine health and community On March 30, 2025, Central Park in New York City will host the Bark in the Park - 5K Fun Run & Walk. This non-competitive, family-friendly and inclusive experience welcomes participants of all abilities, whether avid runners or those who simply enjoy a leisurely stroll with their canine companions. Every registration supports vital canine health resea  more

Binghamton University: The Invention of Liza - Documentary by Harpur Alumni Brings New Light to a Hollywood Great
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 28 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * The latest film by Bruce David Klein '85 and Alex Goldstein '12 focuses on the star during a formative period * * * By Jennifer Micale "When I was born, they took a picture," Liza Minelli recounts. The daughter of Wizard of Oz megastar Julie Garland and legendary director Vincente Minnelli, she was held by Frank Sinatra on the first day of her life. And that life unfolded within close proximity of camer  more

Bowers student explores privacy, healthcare, satellite imagery
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * Bowers student explores privacy, healthcare, satellite imagery Vipin Gunda '25 is excited about projects that apply his computer science knowledge to real-world challenges. The projects in Assistant Professor Cheng Zhang's group are a perfect example - EchoWrist and ActSonic are both devices that use acoustic sensing for facial, hand gesture and activity recognition, a method that preserves privacy, unlike vide  more

CAROW examines how unions can help direct care workers
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * CAROW examines how unions can help direct care workers Unionized direct care workers - personal care aides, nursing assistants and home health care workers - are likely to earn more money and are more likely to have employer-sponsored health care insurance and pension plans than non-unionized direct care workers. Unionization was also associated with greater job satisfaction, and unionized workplaces reported bet  more

CNN KICKS OFF 2025 WITH MONTH-OVER-MONTH GROWTH ACROSS DAYPARTS AND PLATFORMS
ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 28 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN issued the following news: * * * CNN KICKS OFF 2025 WITH MONTH-OVER-MONTH GROWTH ACROSS DAYPARTS AND PLATFORMS January 28th, 2025 COVERAGE OF PRESIDENT TRUMP'S SECOND INAUGURATION MARKS CNN'S BEST DAY AMONG BOTH DEMOS SINCE THE 2024 ELECTION #1 DIGITAL NEWS OUTLET IN THE US FOR 2024 CNN'S NYE TIME SQUARE SPECIAL RANKED AS #1 NEW YEAR'S PROGRAM ON CABLE TV; TOP 5 DAY ON CNN MAX LUTHER: NEVER TOO MUCH PREMIERE LANDS BEST PERFORMANCE   more

Collaborative reforestation in Malawi supports ag, climate adaptation
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * Collaborative reforestation in Malawi supports ag, climate adaptation Malawi is one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to extreme weather, and climate change is exacerbating droughts, floods, cyclones and other natural disasters throughout the country. To help impoverished farming communities alleviate some of these impacts, Cornell researchers are collaborating with a network of academics, nongovernme  more

Debevoise Advises in Landmark UN Rulings on Reproductive Rights
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has co-counselled with the Center for Reproductive Rights ("the Center") and others to achieve positive rulings on behalf of three rape survivors from the United Nations Human Rights Committee ("the Committee") against Nicaragua and Ecuador. These Latin American women were systematically abused and raped when they were children, each becoming pregnant at the age of 14 or younger. The rul  more

Debevoise Offers Guidance on the Impact of the New Trump Administration
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise offers practical content to help our clients navigate the changing legislative and regulatory landscape due to the new U.S. administration. Our resource center, "Guidance on the New Trump Administration," collects insights prepared by Debevoise teams working together across practice areas, and will be regularly updated. Visit the resource center here (https://www.debevoise.com/topics/impact-of-the-us  more

Disney Remains No. 1, Pure-Play Streamers Benefit From Dynamic Month of TV in Nielsen's December Media Distributor Gauge
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 (TNSres) -- Nielsen Co., an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news on Jan. 28, 2025: * * * Pure-play streaming companies account for over a quarter of total TV in December. YouTube, Netflix and Amazon each achieve company-best shares of TV. * * * Nielsen's December 2024 Media Distributor Gauge results were driven by a dynamic month for TV that included the seasonal uptick in demand for holiday movies, a large appetite for football with more ga  more

Egg Performing Arts Center and OGS Announce 2025 Capital Improvement Project
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York State Office of General Services issued the following news release: The Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza Performing Arts Center, known as "The Egg," and the New York State Office of General Services (OGS) announce a transformative capital improvement project to modernize and enhance the venue. Construction will begin in July 2025, with completion slated for early 2026. Architectural and aesthetic renovations encompass replacing the seating, ca  more

Forbes Media: Lessons From the Pitch Inspire New Blueprint for Success in the Boardroom and Beyond
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 29 -- Forbes Media issued the following news release: * * * 'The Soccer of Success: How the Beautiful Game Can Help You Achieve Goals in Business and Life' by Ciaran McArdle is released with Forbes Books. * * * NEW YORK (January 28, 2025) -- The Soccer of Success: How the Beautiful Game Can Help You Achieve Goals in Business and Life by Ciaran McArdle is now available. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of For  more

Global Life Sciences Leader Rich Rieger Joins Berkeley Research Group as Managing Director in Chicago
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Berkeley Research Group, a consulting firm, presented the following news release on Jan. 28, 2025: BRG announced today that Rich Rieger has joined the firm's Health Analytics practice, where he will advise biopharmaceutical and MedTech companies on driving growth, performance improvement and strategic decision-making. In addition, he will apply his expertise to BRG's advising of financial sponsors in the life sciences space related to investment strategy, due diligence, tra  more

Governor Murphy Announces Filing of New Claims in Congestion Pricing Lawsuit
TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Murphy Announces Filing of New Claims in Congestion Pricing Lawsuit TRENTON - Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the State of New Jersey is taking action to update its pending lawsuit over congestion pricing with new claims. The new claims focus on actions taken by the Federal Highway Administration ("FHWA") last year to approve last-minute changes that New York officials m  more

Lantheus to Acquire Evergreen Theragnostics for Up to $1 Billion
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release: Cooley advised Lantheus Holdings (Nasdaq: LNTH), a radiopharmaceutical-focused company committed to enabling clinicians to find, fight and follow disease to deliver better patient outcomes, on its definitive agreement to acquire Evergreen Theragnostics. Under the terms of the agreement, Lantheus will pay an upfront amount of $250 million in cash at closing and up to $752.5 million in development and sales milestones re  more

Lender Global Student Fellows Learn About U.K. Environmental Sustainability
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 28 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Lender Global Student Fellows Learn About U.K. Environmental Sustainability Among the students studying in the Syracuse Abroad London program this semester are three undergraduates who were selected for unique research opportunities as Lender Global research fellows. Since the semester began, they have engaged in hands-on learning by visiting famous environmental sites and examining social justice topics focus  more

Libraries Receives 2025 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity Award
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 28 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Libraries Receives 2025 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity Award Syracuse University Libraries has been awarded Insight Into Diversity magazine's 2025 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity (LEAD) Award. The award recognizes academic libraries who advance the core values of inclusive excellence and belonging through programs and initiatives in technology, research, accessibility, community outreach  more

Magma found beneath dormant Cascade volcanoes
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * Magma found beneath dormant Cascade volcanoes What differentiates an active volcano from a dormant one? While visible lava at the surface is an obvious indicator of activity, the long-standing belief is that active volcanoes have large magma bodies that are expelled during eruptions and then dissipate over time as the volcanoes become dormant. However, new research led by the Department of Earth and Atmospheric  more

N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces New York State's Continued Efforts to Prevent Spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 28, 2025: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State's ongoing proactive measures to prevent the spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and facilitate early detection, particularly on New York farms. Following the detection of HPAI in poultry on a farm in Suffolk County and in several wild and domestic birds at a learning center in Putnam County, the State is encouragi  more

N.Y. Mayor Adams Announces Appointments, Promotions to City Hall Teams
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Jan. 28, 2025: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced new appointments and elevations within multiple offices at City Hall, including in the offices of the first deputy mayor, the deputy mayor for administration and chief of staff, the deputy mayor for intergovernmental affairs, and City Hall chief counsel -- promoting current team members, as well as bringing in new talent to further strengthen the adminis  more

N.Y. PSC Orders Atlantic Energy to Pay $100,000 Penalty, Customer Refunds
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a settlement agreement with Atlantic Energy, LLC, requiring the energy company to pay a $100,000 penalty and issue refunds to customers. The agreement resolves allegations that Atlantic Energy violated the Commission's Uniform Business Practices, including enrolling customers on non-compliant products with inappropriate inducements and transferring customers to new plans without their consent. The PSC investi  more

N.Y. PSC Revokes Certificates of Public Convenience & Necessity for 159 Telecommunications Companies
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has revoked the Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCNs) of 159 telecommunications companies that are no longer operating in New York State. The PSC also cancelled the associated tariffs of these companies. The PSC's action follows a review of companies listed as "Inactive" in the Commission's Telecommunications Critical Information Database (TCID). The TCID is a database of regulated telecommunications co  more

N.Y. PSC Revokes Eligibility of Long Island Solar Solutions
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has revoked the eligibility of Long Island Solar Solutions to operate as a Distributed Energy Resource (DER) provider in New York State. This action follows the company's failure to comply with the Commission's Uniform Business Practices for DER Suppliers, including the submission of required annual reports. The PSC issued an Order to Show Cause in July 2024 after Long Island Solar Solutions failed to submit its 2023 Annu  more

N.Y. PSC Revokes Eligibility of Monolith Solar Associates
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has revoked the eligibility of Monolith Solar Associates, LLC to operate as a Distributed Energy Resource (DER) provider in New York State. This action follows the company's failure to comply with the Commission's Uniform Business Practices for DER Suppliers, specifically by failing to submit required annual reports. The PSC issued an Order to Show Cause in July 2024 after Monolith Solar Associates failed to submit its 20  more

N.Y. PSC Terminates Temporary Operator for Battisti Water Supply
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued an order terminating Liberty Utilities (New York Water) Corp.'s role as the temporary operator of the Battisti Water Supply Corporation. The order also authorizes Liberty to recover $336,938 in costs incurred during its temporary operation, including operating expenses and legal fees. The PSC appointed Liberty as the temporary operator of Battisti in 2019 after concerns arose about the continued provision of sa  more

N.Y. PSC to Discuss Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (NYPSC) will be convening a meeting of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Interconnection Working Group (EVIIWG) on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to provide a summary of the comments received in response to the Modified Proposal for Streamlined Vehicle to Grid Queue Management in Electric Vehicle Make-Ready Program and Other Programs - Amendment 1 that was filed by staff  more

N.Y. PSC to Oversee Battisti Water Supply
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced that it will oversee the Battisti Water Supply Corporation (Battisti) following the termination of Liberty Utilities (New York Water) Corp.'s (Liberty) role as the temporary operator. The PSC determined that this change in oversight will not have a significant impact on the environment. The PSC is the lead agency for environmental review in this matter and has classified the action as "Unlisted" under state  more

Newmark Advances European Presence With Brand Alignment Marking Global Growth
NEW YORK, Jan. 28 -- Newmark Group issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2025: * * * Fastest-Growing Publicly Traded Commercial Real Estate Firm Since 2011 Brands London-Based BH2 and Gerald Eve * * * Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK) ("Newmark" or "the Company"), a leading commercial real estate advisor and service provider to large institutional investors, global corporations, and other owners and occupiers, announces that London-based real estate advisory firms BH2 and Gerald Eve  more

Newmark Expands Multifamily Debt & Structured Finance Team With Addition of Chuck Christensen in Orange County
NEW YORK, Jan. 28 -- Newmark Group issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2025: Newmark announces it has hired Charles (Chuck) Christensen as Executive Managing Director, based in the firm's Irvine office. Christensen will team with Executive Managing Directors Vince Punzi and Lowell Takahashi. Christensen brings three decades of multifamily and commercial real estate finance expertise to Newmark, specializing in the origination of debt products nationwide, including Fannie Mae, Freddie  more

Newmark Facilitates $90 Million Land Sale in Henderson, Nevada
NEW YORK, Jan. 28 -- Newmark Group issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2025: * * * Transaction Marks Largest Ever Residential Land Sale In Henderson Market[1] * * * Newmark announces it has arranged the sale of 110 acres of prime development land located at the northeast corner of Stephanie Street and Galleria Drive, within the Whitney Ranch Planning Area of Henderson, Nevada. The property was sold by Wirrulla Hayward, LLC for $90 million. Newmark Executive Managing Director Micha  more

Patrick Johnson Joins White & Case as a Partner in Houston
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Project Development and Finance Practice and Global Energy Industry Group with the addition of Patrick Johnson as a partner in Houston. "Patrick's broad experience in energy projects further enhances our renewables and energy transition capabilities in Houston, a key US market," said Eric Leicht, a member of the Firm's Executive Committee. "Patrick's addi  more

Physician assistants students launch educational journeys
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 28 -- Cornell University issued the following news: * * * Physician assistants students launch educational journeys Jordyn Green always knew she wanted to work in health care, but an emergency room experience with her father two years ago cemented an enthusiasm for the physician assistant (PA) profession. A gardening accident with hedge clippers had landed them in the emergency room, and as her father received care, the PA stitching his fingers turned to her and said   more

Pillsbury Client Fudo Security Secures $10 Million Investment to Drive Advancements in the Privileged Access Management Market
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Fudo Security, a seasoned cybersecurity firm headquartered in San Francisco, has secured $10 million in capital backing from the bValue Fund to advance technological advancements in its cutting-edge Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions that enhance the digital security of both commercial and public organizations. According to a press release, those advancements will include the deployment o  more

Pro-Housing Communities: N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces More Than $100 Million Awarded to Projects in Communities Committed to Building More Housing
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 29 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 28, 2025: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new investments of more than $100 million for projects located in certified Pro-Housing Communities, part of a total $123 million allocated as part of the latest round of the State's Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Governor Hochul's Pro-Housing Communities initiative allocates up to $650 million each year in discretionary funds f  more

Sarah Willie-LeBreton Encourages Cultivating Spaces of Mutual Respect During 40th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 28 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Sarah Willie-LeBreton Encourages Cultivating Spaces of Mutual Respect During 40th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration The keynote speaker for the 40th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration was Sarah Willie-LeBreton, a sociologist and president of Smith College. (Photo by Amelia Beamish) Sarah Willie-LeBreton, president of Smith College, was welcomed back to Syracuse by a stadium fille  more

Savills: Neuberger Berman Leases 52,000 SF at 191 North Wacker
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Savills Inc., a real estate firm, issued the following news release: * * * Investment firm will relocate to the top two floors of the Class A office tower situated in the West Loop submarket * * * CHICAGO (January 28, 2025) - Savills oversaw the real estate strategy and negotiation for a 52,000-square-foot Chicago office relocation on behalf of client, Neuberger Berman. The prestigious investment firm will move to the top two floors of 191 North Wacker in the West Loop s  more

Tech Enhancements From Morgan Stanley at Work Drive Scale and Chart Path for Integrated Experience in 2025
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Morgan Stanley at Work, a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley, issued the following news release: * * * Suite of platform enhancements drive increased automation and intuitive user experience across Morgan Stanley at Work platforms for 2025 * * * Morgan Stanley at Work announced a series of technology enhancements that continue to deliver automation and intuitive user experiences across its range of workplace benefits platforms--including equity compensation, retirement and exe  more

White & Case Advises JERA on Long Term Charter for Newbuild LNG Carrier
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised JERA Co., Inc. (JERA) on a long term time charter party for a newbuild liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier executed between Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and LNG Marine Transport Limited (LMT). "By securing this long term charter contract for a state-of-the-art LNG carrier, JERA further fortifies its LNG supply chain stability," said White & Case local partner Mich  more

White & Case Advises Lenders on Financing for Acquisition of Cellnex's Austria Business
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised the lenders on the financing for the acquisition of 100 percent of Cellnex's business in Austria. The acquisition is by a consortium comprising Vauban Infrastructure Partners, through its funds Core Infrastructure Fund IV SCSp and Core Infrastructure Fund IV SCA SICAV RAIF, EDF Invest, the investment arm of EDF Group, and MEAG, the asset manager of Munich Re and ERGO  more