CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 (TNSrpt) -- The American Bar Association issued the following news on Jan. 6, 2026: * * * ABA Cornerstones Commission issues final report on civics, civility and the rule of law CHICAGO, Jan. 6, 2026 -- The American Bar Association today released the final report of its Cornerstones Commission, "Lawyer as Public Citizen: Collaboration, Civics & Civility," which examines how lawyers can rebuild trust in institutions and strengthen civil liberties and democratic values  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 4 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following statement: * * * Alianza Americas Condemns U.S. Military Operation in Venezuela Alianza Americas, a national network of 55+ organizations led by Latin American and Caribbean migrants living in the U.S., condemns the U.S. military operation to arrest and remove Nicolas Maduro from power. While we recognize the years of dictatorship, human rights abus  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 8 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following statement on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * No More Impunity: Congress must stop funding DHS and ICE's reckless and unlawful actions. Alianza Americas, a national network of 55+ Latin American and Caribbean Immigrant-led organizations, condemns the killing of a woman in Minneapolis, MN, at the hands of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer who s  more

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Allstate to hold Q4 2025 earnings call Feb. 5, 2026 * NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 7, 2026 - The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) will host a conference call and webcast at 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, to discuss fourth-quarter 2025 financial results. Allstate plans to file its results via a Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commis  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Health Care] -- The Alzheimer's Association posted the following news release: * * * Alzheimer's Association Wins AWS Imagine Grant for My ALZ Journey App * Association to work with AWS to bring new features to My ALZ Journey to ensure newly diagnosed individuals with dementia and their families get expert, timely support CHICAGO, Jan. 7, 2026 The Alzheimer's Association announced today that its My ALZ Journey mobile app has been named a winner of the   more

ARGONNE, Illinois, Jan. 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Argonne AI tools power safer, faster aerospace inspections Collaboration between Spirit AeroSystems, Argonne, Northern Illinois University and Texas Research Institute Austin, Inc. advances AI for industrial safety * AI developed at Argonne is now streamlining aircraft inspections -- cutting time, conserving energy and pointing the way to smarter manufacturing ac  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Jan. 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Bowl Season on ESPN networks delivers strongest audience since 2015-16 * * 3.1 million average viewers across 33 games, up 13 percent year-over-year * Four bowls set all-time viewership records, while 11 reached at least a five-year high and eight hit a 10-year high * ABC delivered its largest non-CFP bowl audience in 12 years, averaging 6.2 million viewers acros  more

PEORIA, Illinois, Jan. 8 -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Teams With NVIDIA to Revolutionize Heavy Industry with Physical AI and Robotics AI-powered solutions to transform machines, job sites, factories and supply chains * LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2026 - Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today announced an expanded collaboration with NVIDIA to drive innovation across industries through next-generation, AI-enhance  more

PEORIA, Illinois, Jan. 8 -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Unveils AI-Powered Future and Invests in the Workforce Building It New Cat AI Assistant joins the Cat ecosystem as company previews machines built for the next frontier in autonomy: construction NVIDIA collaboration will accelerate the ability to turn insights into action, transforming how work gets done Company pledges $25 million to support the  more

PEORIA, Illinois, Jan. 8 -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Unveils the Next Era of Autonomy in Construction LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7. 2026 -- Caterpillar is driving a major leap forward in autonomous technology, announcing the introduction of intelligent machines engineered to transform construction operations worldwide. These innovations represent the culmination of more than three decades of research, developme  more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 7 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Chicago Lawyer Magazine Profiles Amarilio's Law Day Leadership * Taft Chicago partner Jonathan Amarilio was featured in a Chicago Lawyer article published on Dec. 18 discussing the Law Day oath reaffirmation event held in May at Chicago's Federal Plaza. The article highlights Amarilio's leadership in organizing the event alongside 18 other bar associations. This event brought togethe  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Danny K. Davis Raises Constitutional Concerns Over Executive Overreach in Foreign Military Action * President Trump's actions with respect to Venezuela raise serious concerns, not only about his apparent tolerance for authoritarian behavior abroad, but about his willingness to disregard democratic norms at home. I join with millions of people and elected officials who believe that th  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Garcia's Statement on Decision by the Trump Administration to Cut Funding for Child Care * CHICAGO Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) issued the following statement on the Trump administration's decision to freeze $1 billion of federal funds for Illinois, including funding for social services, nutrition programs, and child care. This decision will impact approximately 100,000 famili  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 7 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Constellation, a retail supplier of power, natural gas and energy products and services for homes and businesses, posted the following news release: * * * Constellation Completes Calpine Transaction, Powering America's Clean Energy Future * Combination brings together premier nuclear, natural gas and geothermal fleets with a leading commercial platform to deliver innovative customer solutions and strengthen U.S. energy leadership, national  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * CTU statement on Trump's decision to freeze over $10 billion in childcare and family assistance funds * CTU and IFT President Stacy Davis Gates on Trump's decision to freeze over $10 billion in childcare and family assistance funds With more than 100,000 Illinois families at risk of losing child care, the Trump administration is doubling down on its reckless agenda to dismant  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 6 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Immigrant Justice Center issued the following news release: * * * Defending Access to Asylum is Critical as Venezuelan Immigrants in the United States Face an Uncertain Future * NIJC offers guidance regarding people's rights under current U.S. laws Chicago (January 6, 2026) On January 3, 2026, the Trump administration carried out an operation to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from the country and bring him to t  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Cosponsors Kaine's Bipartisan War Powers Resolution on Venezuela * January 07, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) is now cosponsoring a War Powers Resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Rand Paul (R-KY) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) as well as Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) that would block the use of the U.S.   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Durbin Join Gallego to Demand Answers on Harms of Diverting Federal Agents for Immigration Enforcement * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) in sending a letter to President Trump, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Questions Republican Witness On Political Violence In Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing On The Impeachment Of Federal Judges * January 07, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, questioned Will Chamberlain, a senior counsel at the right-wing Article III Project, in today's Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Slams Trump Administration, Congressional Republicans For Failing To Address Rising Health Care Costs For Americans * January 07, 2026 As the Democratic-passed Inflation Reduction Act now lowers the cost of 10 popular prescription drugs, congressional Republicans and the Trump Administration have slashed Medicaid and allowed ACA tax credits to lapse WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senate De  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Statement On ICE Officer Fatally Shooting A Woman In Minneapolis Amid Surge In Immigration Activity * January 07, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today released the following statement after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a woman amid a surge in ICE activity in   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Duckworth Join Gallego To Demand Answers On Harms Of Diverting Federal Agents For Immigration Enforcement * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) in sending a letter to President Trump, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, and A  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Begins Removing Lead-Contaminated Soil from Future Public Greenspace Project in Chicago * CHICAGO (January 7, 2026) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today began removing lead-contaminated soil at a site near the intersection of 16 th St. and Peoria St. in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood. This cleanup will take a few months to complete and, when finished, will enable the City of Ch  more

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * Federal Judge Grants Second Preliminary Injunction Blocking Attacks on Head Start * SEATTLE - A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration's attacks on Head Start, halting the Department of Health and  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (TNSFR) -- The Field Museum announced plans to return a shell gorget to several Native American Tribes following requirements set by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The museum identified the item as an unassociated funerary object with cultural ties to numerous indigenous communities. The shell gorget was excavated in Will County, Illinois, before December 7, 1948. Records indicate the University of Chicago Department of Anthropology donat  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Following All-Senators Classified Briefing, Durbin Raised Unanswered Questions About The U.S.'S Next Steps Regarding Venezuela; Urged The Administration To Be Honest With The American People * January 07, 2026 Durbin: The Constitution says the power to declare war in the United States resides in this Chamber and the House of Representatives WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durb  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news: * * * G2 Data Solutions' Market Movers in Data Labeling Software * Today, we're back with our latest installment of Market Movers to reveal which products are making moves in the Data Labeling software category. In case you're new here, Market Movers is a series from G2 Data Solutions where we spotlight the top three trending products in a trending category, all based on G2 data. Why Data Labeling? Withi  more

EVANSTON, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Gender stereotypes reflect the division of labor between women and men across nations * EVANSTON, Ill. - Researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Bern in Switzerland have conducted the first cross-temporal, multinational study to compare views of gender using data collected 30 years apart. An international study reveals that people's beliefs about the attributes of women and m  more

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Grasshopper wing structure inspires design of gliding robot wings * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. A collaboration between Princeton University engineers and entomologists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign began with the researchers chasing grasshoppers in a hot parking lot. Their eventual focus on the hindwings of one species of grasshopper, Schistocerca americana, the American g  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * How cells 'change their mind' and save work in progress * All cells need to sense and respond to their environmentto know when to activate genes, build proteins and carry out their basic functions. One of the most well-studied cellular responses is how they react during times of stress, such as when the temperature gets too high or there aren't enough nutrients around to sustain activity. When this happ  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt Announces Newly Enhanced Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort Following Extensive Renovation * The 424-room adults-only AAA Four Diamond resort completes transformative renovation, elevating the guest experience CHICAGO (January 7, 2026) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has announced the reopening of Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort, an   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Insurance] -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association posted the following news release: * * * IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: UPDATED NUMBERS The Los Angeles Wildfires: One Year Later, Insurers Highlight Progress and Call for a More Resilient Future * LOS ANGELES, Calif. - One year ago, firestorms tore through Los Angeles, damaging or destroying more than 18,000 structures, claiming 31 lives, and forcing over 200,000 people to evacuate. Entire commun  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Announces No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act to Stop Trump Administration Power Grab * WASHINGTON Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) announced today his intention to introduce the No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act, legislation to prohibit the use of any federal fundsmilitary or civilian, direct or indirectto further in any way the occupation or internal administratio  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Demands Accountability After Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis * WASHINGTON Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) issued the following statement in response to the fatal shooting of a woman during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in Minneapolis: "This is Donald Trump's America: a woman is dead because ICE is operating with impunity in our neighborhoods.  more

ENCINO, California, Jan. 8 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges $4.8M Sale of Industrial Warehouse Property in Channahon, Illinois CHANNAHON, Ill., Jan. 7, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of 167,282-square-foot industrial warehouse property in Channahon, Illinois, for $4.8 million.   more

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 [Category: Environment] (TNSrpt) -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * New EDF Report Shows Electric Vehicle Policy Progress Across All 50 U.S. States * Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) today released the U.S. Electric Vehicle State Policy Landscape Report, offering an in-depth look at how every state is advancing zero-emission transportation. The report analyzes 16 key electric vehicle (EV)-supportive policies across all 50 states and th  more

BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * Olivet Welcomes Renowned Opera Singer, Lawrence Brownlee * Olivet Nazarene University is pleased to present a unique concert event experience featuring renowned operatic tenor, Lawrence Brownlee, and pianist, Kevin J. Miller, on Friday, April 10, 2026. The first half of the concert program will feature music from Mr. Brownlee's album, "Rising." This album features music he commissioned from six con  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * PESP statement on Trump's proposed ban on institutional investor purchases of single-family homes * Today, President Donald Trump announced in a Truth Social post that he would move to ban large institutional investors from buying single family homes in the future. In recent years, institutional investors such as private equity firms have significantly increased their p  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Did the Supreme Court just signal the fate of Trump's tariffs? By Alan Wm. Wolff (PIIE) Card players recognize the signs of a "tell," a player's demeanor that telegraphs intent for the next hand. Just before Christmas, the Supreme Court in Trump v. Illinois made a procedural ruling that prevented the Trump administration from deploying Illinois National Guard troops  more

EVANSTON, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Post-stroke injection protects the brain in preclinical study * 'Dancing molecules' were delivered intravenously without surgery or direct injection into the brain * Therapy significantly reduced brain damage and showed no signs of side effects * Could one day complement existing stroke treatments by limiting secondary brain injury * CHICAGO - When a person suffers a stroke, physicians must r  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Private Equity Health Care Acquisitions - November 2025 * In light of continued investor interest in healthcare and the risks associated with private equity ownership of healthcare companies, the Private Equity Stakeholder Project is tracking private equity-backed healthcare acquisitions. Below is a list of private equity healthcare buyouts, growth investments, and add-on  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news: * * * Record Forty-Seven U.S. Soccer Match Officials Named to 2026 FIFA International Panel ATLANTA - U.S. Soccer's Referee Program has had a record 47 match officials appointed to the 2026 FIFA International Panel, following a nomination process to FIFA undertaken by the Federation's Referee Committee. In total, the 47 individuals represent 53 FIFA badges across the Referee, Assistant Referee, Video Match Offi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly announces death of stepdaughter * CHICAGO - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) released the below statement following the death of her stepdaughter Lauren Horn at the age of 38: "My family and I are completely heartbroken. Lauren was one of my bonus daughters, an absolute blessing to me ever since we joined families over 20 years ago. She was a beloved mother, sister, and daughter. I will for  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly demands Trump administration to unfreeze funds for childcare, social services in Illinois * WASHINGTON - The Trump administration froze $10 billion in federal funds for social services across five states, all led by Democratic governors, including $1 billion for Illinois. U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) condemned this decision, which will hurt thousands of children and families. "At the he  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly introduces bill addressing Tesla, electric vehicle door releases * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) introduced a bill addressing safety concerns with electric vehicle doors, including Tesla's doors (link is external) that have trapped people in their own cars. At least 15 people have died in car crashes due to Tesla doors (link is external) not opening. The Securing Acce  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly releases statement on fatal shooting by ICE officer * WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) released the following statement after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency officer fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis: "Today's tragic shooting once again proves that ICE is not in our cities to protect people or for public safety. They are separating families, not only by dist  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON ICE ACTIONS AND TRAGIC SHOOTING IN MINNEAPOLIS * WASHINGTON - Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10), released the following statement regarding the recent shooting by ICE in Minneapolis. "The brutal, unnecessary shooting death of a woman in Minneapolis today by an ICE officer is a shocking and devastating tragedy and a stain on our entire nation. "The agents carrying out these   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON US CAPTURE OF NICOLAS MADURO * LINCOLNSHIRE, IL - Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. capture of Nicolas Maduro: "Nicolas Maduro has been indicted in U.S. courts for drug trafficking, stole the 2024 Venezuelan presidential election, and has denied the Venezuelan people their just demo  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 7 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Second Session of the 119th Congress Begins with Full Legislative Agenda Ahead * The second session of the 119th Congress officially begins this week, as House and Senate leaders point to last year's legislative accomplishments and turn their focus to priorities for 2026. With divided attention between domestic policy and global challenges, Congress is expe  more

CARBONDALE, Illinois, Jan. 7 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * SIU grad engineers solutions to protect communities from water-related disasters Growing up in Nepal's flood-prone Terai region, Southern Illinois University Carbondale graduate Dewasis Dahal learned early that water can be both a lifeline and a threat. Monsoons make crops possible and refill wells. But on trips with his father -- an executive at a nonprofit that supports community projects -  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Jan. 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus issued the following news: * * * UIS professor's research cited in California Supreme Court murder case involving gender bias Author: Blake Wood Research by University of Illinois Springfield Professor of Legal Studies Deborah Anthony was cited by the California Supreme Court in a 2025 decision that reversed a woman's murder conviction and cautioned courts against relying on gender-based assumptions when   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Underwood Legislation to Extend Health Care Tax Credits to be Voted on by House * WASHINGTON - This week, the House of Representatives will vote on extending the expired advance premium tax credits for three more years - legislation introduced by Rep. Underwood based on her Health Care Affordability Act. Republicans allowed the tax credits to expire overnight on December 31 st, worsening a healt  more