CHARLESTON, West Virginia, June 6 -- The West Virginia Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * "Pay-Cut Patrick" Just Kicked the Can Down the Road: WVDP Slams Morrisey for PEIA Premium Hikes CHARLESTON, WV - As state employees across West Virginia open their paychecks this week many are noticing something deeply troubling -- their take-home pay is about to shrink, thanks to a sharp increase in Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA) premiums that were voted on last year. Th  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 6 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * 'Got Worms?' Disturbing Warning Over Parasite-Filled Fish Prompts New PETA Campaign * San Diego - After a just-released study from the University of California, San Diego revealed that freshwater fish in Southern California are teeming with human-infecting parasitic worms, PETA plans to make waves in the area with a billboard urging everyone to keep worms and   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 6 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * 'Hell on Wheels' Truck to Blast Dying Chickens' Cries Outside Littleton Eateries * Littleton, N.H. - Diners on their way into Littleton Diner and other local eateries that serve chicken and eggs are in for an earful on Tuesday when " Hell on Wheels "--PETA's life-size, hyperrealistic chicken transport truck covered with images of real chickens crammed into cra  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * 'Hell on Wheels' Truck to Blast Dying Pigs' Cries Outside Mt. Vernon Eateries * Mt. Vernon, Ill. - Diners on their way into Joe's Pizza & Pasta and other local eateries that serve pork are in for an earful Saturday when " Hell on Wheels "--PETA's hyper-realistic pig transport truck that looks as if it contains real pigs on their way to slaughter--will bombard   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 6 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * ACOOG Chapter at VCOM-Louisiana named "Organization of the Year" by The Wellspring By Danielle Voumard The American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOOG) chapter at VCOM-Louisiana has received a remarkable honor: The Wellspring's "Organization of the Year" Award. This recognition celebrates the chapter's outstanding volunteerism and ongoing commitment to  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Ahead of the Anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut, Remember Winsome Earle-Sears Has an Extreme Record Attacking Reproductive Rights * # Sears voted against the Right to Contraception Act leaving the door open to extreme restrictions on contraception and birth control in Virginia VIRGINIA - Ahead of the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Griswold v. Connecticut, which prot  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * AIA Applauds Support for Civil Space Programs in Senate Reconciliation Bill * Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today applauded the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for their inclusion of the NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2025 in the Senate version of the reconciliation package.  "AIA applauds   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 7 -- Conservation International issued the following news release: * * * Amazon Protected Area Safeguards Iconic Species and Indigenous Stewardship in Peru * Newly designated Medio Putumayo-Algodon Protected Area safeguards 283,000 hectares of Amazon rainforest--home to jaguars, giant river otters, harpy eagles, and more than 1,800 documented species. * The area fills a critical gap in a nearly 2-million-hectare conservation corridor, supporting Peru's progress towa  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 7 (TNSrep) -- The American Staffing Association issued the following news release on June 5, 2025: * * * One in Three Americans Recommend Trade School Over College for High School Grads A greater percentage of U.S. adults would recommend that graduating high school seniors attend a trade school than would recommend college, according to a new Workforce Monitor(R) survey from the American Staffing Association conducted by The Harris Poll. As the largest number of hi  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 7 -- Americans for Limited Government issued the following statement on June 6, 2025: * * * Another 71,000 Unemployed Shows We Need Tax Cuts Extended Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement on the latest jobs numbers released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics: "Unemployment once again increased by another 71,000 in May, reaching 7.2 million, the highest since October 2021. This is what usually happens foll  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 6 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Army Seeks 'Decision Dominance' Over Fast-Moving Enemy * The ability to rapidly make decisions on the battlefield will be critical to advancing lethality and overmatch against a fast-moving enemy, a senior Army leader said. To give commanders the speed they need to effectively shape the battlefield to their advantage, the Army is investing in next-generation command  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Conscious Bull Repeatedly Shot, Throat Slit at Local Slaughterhouse; PETA Seeks Criminal Investigation * Vineland, N.J. - A damning U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report just obtained by PETA reveals that a bull remained conscious and crying out after three shots to the head before a worker cut the thrashing animal's throat at the Puro Alentejano Iberia  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 6 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Sector Adds 4,000 Jobs In May As Wages Rise And Firms Retain Workers, But Market Uncertainty Has Led To A Slowdown In Hiring * Increases in Nonresidential Construction Employment were Tempered by Declines in Residential Construction Jobs; Average Hourly Earnings Up 4.7 Percent as Unemployment Rate Falls to 3.5 Percent  Construction sector e  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, June 7 -- Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Innovative Traumatic Brain Injury Care Leads to Service Member Recovery Often called the hidden disease of recent battlefields, any TBI can bring on balance, vision, and hearing injuries, which can be very difficult to detect and diagnose. By Janet A. Aker, Defense Health Agency Communications Innovative Traumatic Brain Injury Care Leads to Service Member Recovery An airman who endured a long battle wi  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, June 6 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Frederick Kowal to Lead National Wildlife Federation's Board of Directors * RESTON, Va. -- Leading conservationist, academic, and labor advocate Dr. Frederick Kowal will serve as chair of the National Wildlife Federation following the conclusion of the 89th Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minn. Kowal, who has served on the National Wildlife Federation's Board of Di  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 7 -- George Mason University issued the following research news: * * * George Mason researchers look at low-cost solutions to increase solved cases and boost public trust in police By John Hollis It's a sought-after "sweet spot," where effective police response to combatting nonviolent crimes earns public approval and builds community goodwill--all within tight budget constraints. Reaching that intersection is no easy task. That's why George Mason University research  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein and Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin are leading a bipartisan effort, urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to implement crucial reforms to federal disaster response programs. Their appeal, conveyed in a letter to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, calls for greater flexibility and faster support for states grappling with emergencies. We are on the front lines when disaster strikes and embrace the paramount responsibility   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 7 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on June 6, 2025: * * * Highlighting education research and the real world, VCU scholars bring life to stories from the field The School of Education's Jesse Senechal, David Naff and Hillary Parkhouse are co-editors of a new book that offers a roadmap for research-practice partnerships that can transform schools. By Laura O'Brien A new book co-edited by three Virginia Commonwealth University educators pr  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * In Wake of DCA Tragedy, Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Safe Operation of Shared Airspace Act * WASHINGTON -- U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined U.S. Sens. Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation, Amy Klobuchar (D-MN),  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 7 -- The James River Association issued the following news release: * * * James River Watch Returns to Keep River Users Informed of Conditions Updated map helps the public view weekly bacteria data and other key river conditions in their area * The James River Association (JRA) has officially kicked off another James River Watch season, helping river users assess river conditions as they make their plans to enjoy the water between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Nearly  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans Continues to Fight for Smart Energy Policy in Reconciliation * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) led a bipartisan letter to Senate leadership encouraging commonsense reforms to key provisions in the energy title of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. In the letter, Kiggans, Fitzpatrick, and 11 of their colleagues, raised concerns  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Matthew Hall Assesses Antitrust Issues Coming Out of U.K.'s Mansion House Accord in The Times An agreement among 17 of the United Kingdom's largest workplace pension providers to boost investment in the U.K. could inadvertently create a cartel, McGuireWoods London partner Matthew Hall warned in a May 14, 2025, commentary in The Times. Under the Mansion House Accord, pension providers voluntarily   more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news: * * * NBC: "Earle-Sears' record on social issues complicates bid to follow Youngkin's path in Virginia governor's race" A new report from NBC News details how Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears holding more extreme beliefs than Gov. Glenn Youngkin on marriage equality and reproductive rights -- as well as her support for unpopular DOGE cuts -- have left her out of step with Virginia voters and "could further compl  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 6 [Category: Aerospace] (TNSrpt) -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * New AIA Report Underscores How AI Can Help Solve Aerospace and Defense Industry Pressures * The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), in collaboration with Accenture, today released a new report titled "Artificial Intelligence in Aerospace and Defense," offering a comprehensive analysis of how automation and artificial intelligence (AI) can help the ae  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NEW: Winsome Earle-Sears "Staking Out Positions to Youngkin's Right" * # NBC News: "Earle-Sears' record on social issues complicates bid [...]" VIRGINIA - New reporting from NBC News details how Winsome Earle-Sears has a record of "staking out positions to [Glenn] Youngkin's right," including significantly "more conservative" positions like her support for a near-total abortion ban and op  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * PETA Urges UW-Madison Institute to End Animal Tests After Wave of Sponsors Cut, Restrict Funding * Madison, Wis. - As revealed today by the Isthmus, PETA recently sent a letter to the University of Wisconsin-Madison Food Research Institute (FRI), urging it to end all animal testing in favor of human-relevant research methods as the number of companies ending o  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * PETA, POTUS Agree: Plastic Straw Bans Not the Answer; Group Says Fishing Gear Kills Far More Turtles * Norfolk, Va. - On the heels of President Trump's executive order banning the federal use of paper straws, PETA is diving into the debate with a new campaign that springboards off POTUS's point: plastic straw bans just don't hold water when it comes to protect  more

RADFORD, Virginia, June 7 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford University to launch applied biotechnology major in fall 2027 Board of Visitors approves new high-demand program for Southwest Virginia By Justin Ward The Radford University Board of Visitors unanimously approved a proposal today to establish a new undergraduate major in applied biotechnology, pending approval by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) during the 2025-26 cycle  more

RADFORD, Virginia, June 7 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Danilowicz Honored with 2025 Virginia Business C-Suite Award By Patrick Reed Virginia Business magazine has selected Radford University President Bret Danilowicz as an inaugural Virginia C-Suite Awards recipient. Danilowicz was presented the honor during a celebration held at The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, on June 5. The Virginia C-Suite Awards celebrate top executives who consistently demo  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Rep. Riley M. Moore, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Republican Study Committee Launches Rescissions Task Force, Rep. Moore to Serve as Chair * Washington, D.C. - Today, the Republican Study Committee (link is external) (RSC) launched the Rescissions Working Group, a team of RSC Members who will serve as the tip of the spear for House conservative's efforts to codify President Trump's $9.4 billion rescissions package. Chaired by Congressman Ril  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, Arlington, Virginia, has urged the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to delay action on a proposed listing of the Monarch Butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The trade association, representing over 800 electric cooperatives across the nation, expressed concern about the potential negative impacts on their operations and the cost of electricity for rural consumers. NRECA's letter to the U.S.   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Target Under Fire: Whistleblower Reports Chickens Maimed, Decapitated Alive at 'Humane' Meat Supplier * Minneapolis - Today, PETA sent an urgent letter to Target Chief Supply Chain & Logistics Officer Gretchen McCarthy, alerting the locally headquartered company to damning photos and video footage provided by a whistleblower who reports that Farmer Focus --als  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * TONIGHT: Sears to Deliver Commencement Address at School Where Homosexuality Is "Prohibited" and Declared "Sinful" * # VIRGINIA - Tonight, Winsome Earle-Sears is slated to deliver the commencement address at an anti-LGBTQ school in Chesapeake. As reported by The Advocate, Atlantic Shores Christian School's statement of faith declares that homosexuality and bisexuality are "sinful and prohib  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 7 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * Invasion of the Condiments: When One Flavor of Ketchup Just Won't Cut It By Jane Kelly Condiment consumption in the United States seems to be at an all-time high. Chili crisp and hot honey are flying off shelves faster than Trader Joe's crew members can restock them. Market research firm Technavio predicts the condiments market will grow by $44.2 billion between 2024 and 2028. That's a   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, June 7 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * VCOM Anatomy Professor Honored with Innovation Award By Amy Ostroth We've always known VCOM has some of the very best faculty around, and we're always glad when our faculty members get official recognition of how awesome they are. Such was the case for Aaron Beger, PhD, assistant professor of anatomical sciences at VCOM, who was recently honored by the Society of Osteopathic M  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 7 -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center celebrates its first successful lung transplant of its new lung transplantation program Williamsburg man celebrates his 43rd birthday at home one month after surgery. "Last year, I couldn't blow my birthday candles out. This year I can," said Ty   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 5 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Victory! Abusive Elephant Shows Pulled from Colorado Ren Fest After PETA Push * Denver - In a victory for elephants, the Colorado Renaissance Festival, which kicks off next weekend, won't feature circus-style elephant shows. Following a flurry of calls and emails from members of PETA and Compassion Works International, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has denied Te  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Votes to Protect Small Businesses After Meeting with Local Entrepreneurs in Stafford County Washington, D.C. -- Just days after touring local small businesses across Stafford County, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) voted against three partisan measures put forward by Republicans that hurt small businesses and entrepreneurs striving to achieve the American Dream. During his tour, Vind  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 6 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Wesleyan University issued the following news: * * * Virginia Heat Watch Study Reveals Local Hot Spots and Climate Vulnerabilities A new study published in Urban Climate highlights how extreme heat affects neighborhoods in Virginia Beach and across Virginia, revealing stark disparities in temperature exposure linked to race, income, and tree cover. The Virginia Heat Watch initiative is the largest study of its kind in the commonwealth. The rese  more

WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner & Kaine Slam House GOP's Effort to Help Trump Ignore Court Orders * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine, a former civil rights attorney and constitutional law professor, (both D-VA) issued the following statement regarding a provision in the tax proposal passed by the Republican-led House of Representatives that would make it harder for federal judges to hold gov  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NEW: Winsome Earle-Sears "Staking Out Positions to Youngkin's Right" NBC News: "Earle-Sears' record on social issues complicates bid [...]" * New reporting from NBC News details how Winsome Earle-Sears has a record of "staking out positions to [Glenn] Youngkin's right," including significantly "more conservative" positions like her support for a near-total abortion ban and opposing marriage  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 6 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * WINSOME, LOSE SOME: Surprise, Surprise... Sears Stands to the Right of Youngkin * # VIRGINIA - It's been another week of fails and flops for Winsome Earle-Sears and her flailing campaign. From unearthed comments she can't escape to ejecting a reporter from her campaign event to avoid commenting on the Medicaid cuts, appearances with far-right extremists like Byron Donalds and visits to anti  more