FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * From Work Orders to Workflows: DJ Matheney's Impact on FCPS Facilities * Behind every safe, functional, and welcoming school building is a team of dedicated professionals working diligently to support students and staff. One of those professionals is Daniel "DJ" Matheney, plumbing supervisor at the Edison Support Center. His leadership, expertise, and commitment to service earned him the title   more

ROANOKE, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech posted the following news: * * * 'Big Science, Small Pod' podcast: What makes seizures start? * Not all cases of epilepsy are the same. Some people have a few seizures, begin taking one of 30 or more epilepsy medications available, and live a typical life. But for about a half million U.S. children with treatment-resistant disease, it's far worse. Their seizures keep coming, making them more likely to d  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release: * * * 2026 NAIC Committee Leaders Will Advance Work on Key Issues * The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) today announced its 2026 committee leadership, reaffirming the organization's commitment to collaboration and coordination as it addresses the challenges and opportunities shaping the insurance landscape. NAIC co  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP Responds to Governor Rhoden's State of the State Address * Pierre, SD -Americans for Prosperity-South Dakota (AFP-SD) responded to Governor Larry Rhoden's State of the State Address on Tuesday while also announcing its own policy plans for 2026. As the governor delivered his remarks, AFP-SD rolled out its priorities for the 2026 legislative session. Those priorities  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Arizona Calls Out Governor Hobbs' State of the State, Sets Clear Legislative Priorities * Jan 13, 2026 by AFP Phoenix, AZ -Americans for Prosperity Arizona (AFP-AZ) released the following statement in response to Governor Katie Hobbs' State of the State address while outlining its legislative priorities for the 2026-2027 term. AFP-AZ State Director Stephen Shadeg  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-IL Calls on AG Kwame Raoul to Intervene on Taxpayer-Funded Polling in District 214 * Jan 13, 2026 by AFP SPRINGFIELD, IL - Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) is calling for immediate action after District 214 used taxpayer dollars to conduct political-style polling designed to test messaging and measure voter sentiment ahead of a potential property tax incr  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MO Responds to Gov. Kehoe's State of the State * Jefferson City, MO- Americans for Prosperity Missouri (AFP-MO) praised Governor Kehoe's vision to phase out the income tax in his State of the State Address Tuesday afternoon. Gary Hollis, AFP-MO State Director, released the following statement: "We are thrilled the Governor pushed for phasing out the state income ta  more

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Jan. 13 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * Amentum to Host First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Earnings Conference Call on February 10, 2026 * CHANTILLY, Va., January 13, 2026 - Amentum (NYSE: AMTM), a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, will host a conference call on February 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM EST to discuss financial results for the first   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The American Beverage Association issued the following news release: * * * America's Beverage Companies Provide $115,000 for Fairfax, Virginia Recycling Efforts, Expanding Access to Curbside Carts for over 24,000 Residents New Curbside Carts Marks First Every Bottle Back Project in Virginia * FAIRFAX, Va. - America's beverage companies announced a new $115,000 investment to strengthen recycling infrastructure in the City of Fairfax by expanding access to convenient c  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries issued the following news on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * DB 2025 Funding Levels: A+ Work By John Iekel Defined benefit plans had a good year in 2025, at least as far as funding levels are concerned. How good? If private-sector pension plans were issued a report card, they'd get an A+ for funding levels. Multiple analyses report that DB plans run by private-sector employers and sponsors ended the year at 100  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries issued the following news on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * DOL Provides Insights in Pension Risk Transfer Case By Nevin E. Adams, JD The Labor Department, asserting "profound interest," has provided a federal court with its insights on a case involving pension risk transfers -- as well as a roadmap for fiduciaries to apply in the future. It did so in one of the few cases of this genre to get past the motion t  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11251) on Jan. 12, 2026, by legislative attorneys Kevin J. Hickey and Christopher T. Zirpoli: * * * Artificial Intelligence and Patent Law Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have raised novel questions for U.S. patent law, just as AI has raised concerns in other branches of intellectual property law, including copyrights and the right of publicity. Committees of bot  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The Student Press Law Center issued the following news on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * As Hazelwood turns 38, New Voices advocates push for change Today marks the 38th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case, Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier, and student press freedom advocates across the country are hard at work seeking to end the decision's disastrous effects on student voices. In the 1988 ruling, the Supreme Court held that school officials could cens  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Asthma management clinical practice guideline revisions include single-inhaler approach * The Clinical Practice Guideline for the Primary Care Management of Asthma from the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense recommends using newer, fast-onset medications and one inhaler rather than two for maintenance and rescue needs. These combination medications are called Single Maintenan  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA Launches Survey for 2026 Driver Compensation Study * Washington - Today, the American Trucking Associations opened its survey for the 2026 ATA Driver Compensation Study, a comprehensive analysis of pay, benefits, and bonuses for a broad spectrum of trucking businesses across U.S. regions. "In this difficult and prolonged freight recession, the companies   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * ATA-Backed Cargo Theft Bill Advances with House Committee Approval * Congress is also on the verge of passing a separate bill with provisions ATA championed to combat cargo theft Washington - Today, the American Trucking Associations commended members of the House Judiciary Committee for voting to pass the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), a bipa  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso: Republicans Won't Stop Until the Depth of the Minnesota Fraud is Uncovered * "Our Working Families Tax Cuts law fights fraud. We strengthened eligibility requirements for Medicaid. We ensured illegal immigrants do not receive taxpayer-funded healthcare. We put in place work requirements for Medicaid and for Food Stamps. These policies protect taxpayers and increase accountability." WASH  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer To Oppose Appropriations Minibus * Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who represents a Northern Virginia congressional district with one of the largest concentrations of federal workers and contractors in the U.S. House, today announced his opposition to H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. Beye  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Applauds Sen. Warner's Senate Speech Condemning Rampant Anti-Muslim and Anti-Arab Hate * The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today applauded an address on the Senate floor by Virginia Sen. Mark Warner (D) urging his colleagues to "loudly and resolutely condemn Islamophobia and   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR, CAIR-MN Call End of Somali TPS 'Latest Bigoted Attack on Somali Community' * The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and CAIR-Minnesota (CAIR-MN) today expressed opposition to the Trump administration's decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali nationals and require them to "leave the country by March 17." [ NOTE : Today,   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Carey Joins Bipartisan Resolution Expressing Support for Iran Protestors * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15) introduced a bipartisan resolution with a group of 7 House lawmakers, led by U.S. Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.-03), expressing support for protestors in Iran demanding a free and democratic government and condemning the Islamic regime's repression of peaceful protestors a  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Consumer Action for a Strong Economy issued the following excerpts of a commentary on Jan. 13, 2026, by Chairman Gerard Scimeca to the RealClearPolicy: * * * CASE Op-Ed in RealClearPolicy: The Senate Needs Clarity to Stop Crypto From Destroying Our Bank System President Trump made good on his promise to make America the "crypto capital of the planet" by signing the GENIUS Act into law, the first federal regulatory framework for stablecoins. The law confirmed Wa  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Consumer Action for a Strong Economy issued the following excerpts of a commentary on Jan. 11, 2026, by President Matthew Kandrach to the USA Today: * * * CASE Op-Ed in USA Today: Can We Solve the Northeast's Growing Electricity Crisis? As America moves into 2026, consumers are looking for relief from an ongoing affordability crisis. While prices for some key items have mercifully held steady -- or even come down -- other costs such as rent, dining out, and hos  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Consumer Action for a Strong Economy issued the following commentary on Jan. 12, 2026: * * * CASE Praises Chairman Issa's Leadership to Rein-In TPLF Abuse Today Consumer Action for a Strong Economy (CASE), issued a statement offering strong praise and support to Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA), Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee's subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet for holding a vote on legislation titled the Protecting Third Party   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Medical] -- 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: * * * Central Virginia health systems announce hospital masking and public health guidance during surge of influenza cases this winter * With flu cases and hospitalizations surging across the nation and in the commonwealth, several Central Virginia hospitals and health  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Congress Makes Progress on Government Funding Ahead of January 30 Deadline * The House of Representatives passed a three-bill "minibus" on a bipartisan basis, 397-28, on January 8 to provide full-year funding for several federal agencies. The package included the Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy & Water, and Interior-Envi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * Securing the Future of the U.S. Biopharmaceutical Industry: The Most-Favored-Nation Paradox By Sujai Shivakumar and Anne Pritchett The Trump administration is pursuing lowering prescription drug costs primarily to end what it describes as "global freeloading" and to ensure U.S. patients pay prices comparable to those in other developed nations. The administration   more

ASHBURN, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, issued the following news release: * * * DXC Strengthens Alliance with SAP as a RISE with SAP Validated Partner * Ashburn, Va., January 13, 2026 -DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, today announced its confirmation as a RISE with SAP Validated Partner. DXC is now among a select group of partners recognized by SAP for demo  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * EPA Move Would Further Limit States, Tribes' Water Quality Powers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Environmental Protection Agency's latest Clean Water Act rulemaking would undermine states and Tribes' abilities to ensure federally-approved projects do not threaten wildlife or people's access to clean, safe water. "This proposal will undercut the rights of states and T  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Jan. 13 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN men's college basketball schedule features 17 Top 25 teams and four ranked matchups, Jan. 13-18 * * 235+ games across ESPN networks * Six of the nation's top-10 teams in action * Four ranked-vs.-ranked matchups across ACC, SEC and Big 12 ESPN's men's college basketball coverage continues at full throttle this week, featuring more than 235 games and 17 AP   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a final rule establishing and amending standard instrument approach procedures (SIAPs) at various airports across the U.S. This regulatory action also includes updated takeoff minimums and obstacle departure procedures (ODPs) to ensure continued safety and efficiency in the National Airspace System. These changes are necessary due to the adoption of updated criteria, the commissioning of   more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * FCPS Introduces New Emergency Management System to Strengthen School Safety * As part of the ongoing commitment to strengthening layered safety and security programs, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is implementing a new emergency management system, created by Raptor, in all school buildings. The new emergency management system is designed to support faster, more coordinated responses dur  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Female athlete health, well-being focus of updated report * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -When active and athletic girls and women don't eat enough food to meet their body's energy needs, it can disrupt key systems in the body and lead to irregular or absent menstrual cycles and impaired bone health, including osteoporosis and bone stress injuries. These interrelated disruptions of energy statu  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Goodwin CLE Week 2026 * Goodwin will be hosting its tenth annual CLE Week program! This year's virtual sessions, spanning four days, will explore the latest business trends and provide expert insights into the evolving legal and regulatory landscapes across various industries. By participating in Goodwin's CLE Week, you can earn CLE credits in Arizona, Arkansas, Californ  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Solstice Advanced Materials' Investment of $220+ Million in Chesterfield Facility * Investment to create 100 new jobs at ballistic fiber production plant RICHMOND, VA -Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Solstice Advanced Materials Inc. plans to invest over $220 million in multiple projects to expand operations at the company's existing ballis  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Glenn Youngkin Reports General Fund Revenues Surge in December, Well Ahead of Forecast * Revenue increased $642 million in December and $1.2 billion in first six months of fiscal year RICHMOND, VA -Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that Virginia's general fund revenues grew 21.0 percent ($641.9 million) in December compared with the same month last year, exceeding projections   more

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: * * * Historic $1 million gift honors alumna, establishes Liberty's first endowed chair By Logan Smith, Office of Communications & Public Engagement Liberty Theological Seminary in the Liberty University John W. Rawlings School of Divinity will soon be home to the university's first-ever endowed chair position, made possible through a generous $1 million gift from the estate of Dr. Steven Johnson of Mankato  more

BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 13 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * How Binghamton University helped Kayden Stockwell '18 build a career in autism research The psychology and human development alum credits campus research, disability services and community engagement for his success. By Brett Ford At Binghamton University, Kayden Stockwell '18 found unique opportunities to study autism through the Institute for Child Development (ICD) and the Services for Students with D  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * ICE Arrests Worst of Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens Including a Child Pornographer * ICE law enforcement is facing a 1,300% increase in assaults against them, a 3,200% increase in vehicle attacks, and an 8,000% increase in death threats WASHINGTON -U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of more worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from across the countr  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI | HUD Secretary Turner Joins HHS and Governor Youngkin in Making Virginia Homes Healthy Again PETERSBURG, VA - Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner traveled to Petersburg, Virginia for Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's Partnership for Petersburg event, highlighting President Trump's Make America Healthy Again Commission. HUD Secretary Turner joined leade  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 [Category: Environment] -- The Sierra Club posted the following news release: * * * Judge Overrules Revolution Wind Stop Work Order, Again * Washington, D.C. \- For the second time in less than six months, a federal judge has overturned the construction halt issued by the Trump administration on the Revolution Wind project in Rhode Island. Trump's first stop work order attempt was overturned in September 2025. Revolution wind is already over 80 percent complete. Once fi  more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Jan. 14 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Financial Literacy Meets Wellness at East End Fair Face-to-face money guidance can change a household budget. Faculty from Kentucky State University's School of Business delivered that community impact at Lexington's East End Wellness Fair on Oct. 15, providing families with practical budgeting tools and resources. Kentucky State's Dr. Gary Stratton and Dr. Amanda Fickey met face-to-face with more than  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Legislation Threatens Wildlife, Water, Recreation in the Boundary Waters * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Legislation introduced by Rep. Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) threatens wildlife habitat, clean drinking water, and abundant recreation opportunities in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Using the Congressional Review Act to allow copper mining near the pristine watersh  more

WICKLIFFE, Ohio, Jan. 14 -- Lubrizol Corp., a Berkshire Hathaway company, issued the following news: * * * Lubrizol Expands Southeast U.S. Presence Through Partnership with Sampson Bladen Oil Company New agreement strengthens Lubrizol's ability to deliver CPI(R), Emkarate(R), Paratherm(TM), Icematic(R), and Solest(R) products across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia. * The Lubrizol Corporation is pleased to announce Sampson Bladen Oil Company as an authorized Stocking Pa  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following study on Dec. 30, 2025 entitled "Cigarette Taxes and Smuggling: A 2025 Update". The study was written by Michael D. LaFaive, Todd Nesbit and Adam Hoffer. Here is the executive summary: * * * Cigarette smuggling is a significant and growing challenge for policymakers. Intended to reduce smoking and generate revenue, high excise taxes create powerful incentives for tax evasion and avoidance. This  more

LONDON, England, Jan. 13 [Category: BizMedia] -- Civil Society Media, an independent media company that says it is dedicated to supporting the charity sector, posted the following news: * * * Majority of Christian charity's staff resign amid ongoing dispute * Most employees at Barnabas Aid have resigned amid a dispute with its linked international organisation and ongoing investigations, according to recently filed documents. Barnabas Aid's latest accounts state that "about three-quarters   more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release: * * * Mars and The Walt Disney Company unite for a global collaboration starring M&M'S(R) and Marvel in 2026 Two fan-favorite worlds will collide across 65+ markets to celebrate beloved characters, and create fun and shared experiences with consumers across the globe * CHICAGO, IL (January 13, 2026) - Fans, get ready to assemble...for the next chapter  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * McClellan Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Roadless Rule with SELC, Kaine, and Conservation Partners * Richmond, Va. -On Monday, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) joined the Southern Environmental Law Center, Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), the Virginia Wilderness Committee and conservation partners from throughout the state to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Roadless Area Conservation R  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 14 -- The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * DEED Awards $17.3 Million for Workforce Development and Job Training The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) today announced more than $17.3 million for workforce grants that are expected to serve more than 3,500 Minnesotans. The 59 organizations receiving Pathways to Prosperity program grant awards support ec  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Motto by Hilton Opens in Downtown Nashville Lifestyle hotel brand debuts South of Broadway featuring flexible rooms and new all day bar and restaurant Junie's * Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown opened this month in Music City, bringing connected, community-driven stays to the South of Broadway (SoBro) neighborhood. Managed by Chartwell Hospitality and owned by Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc., the   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * NCUA Announces Third Round of Deregulation Proposals * Stakeholders Are Encouraged to Review Notice of Proposed Rulemakings and Submit Comments Alexandria, VA (January 13, 2026) - The National Credit Union Administration today announced the third round of proposed regulatory changes associated with NCUA's Deregulation Project. The project is an ongoing review of NCUA's regulat  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * Interactive Tool Gives Virginia Communities Data on Economic Effects of Marshes and Living Shorelines Virginia Institute of Marine Science's tool helps coastal communities make decisions about shoreline projects. * Chesapeake Bay marshes and living shorelines play important roles in the ecosystem and benefit nearby communities. They help reduce damage from storms, remove excess nutrie  more

RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release: * * * Novel Theranostic Model Shows Curative Potential for Gastric and Pancreatic Tumors * Media Contact: Rebecca Maxey (703) 652-6772 rmaxey@snmmi.org Reston, VA (January 13, 2026)- A newly developed radiopharmaceutical pair can precisely detect and effectively treat-completely eradicating tumors in certain preclinical models-gastric and pancreati  more

LONDON, England, Jan. 12 -- The University College London issued the following news: * * * Opinion: Why the mad artistic genius trope doesn't stand up to scientific scrutiny * Writing for The Conversation, Professor Daisy Fancourt (UCL Institute of Epidemiology & Health Care) debunks the 'mad artistic genius' theory and explores the complexities behind the stereotype. Vincent van Gogh sliced off his ear with a knife during a psychotic episode. Ballet dancer Vaslav Nijinsky developed schizo  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * OPM's Processing Delays and Wait Time Issues * The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is experiencing delays in processing, particularly in retirement applications and benefits. Contributing factors include a surge in submissions, staff shortages, outdated technology, and concerns about customer care and improper paymen  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Panel: Sleep, Mental Health Crucial for Fighting Force * Adequate sleep and access to mental health resources are essential to soldiers, a panel of experts said at a recent Hot Topic hosted by the Association of the U.S. Army. "For most of our warfighter history, mental health and sleep were hidden domains rarely talked about or misunderstood," said Col. Tom Helms,  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS EARNS FIVE NAACP IMAGE AWARD NOMINATIONS * Arlington, VA; January 13, 2026 -PBS was recognized among the nominees for the 57th NAACPAwards, celebrating Black creativity and excellence across film, television, music, and literature. Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. received three nominations, with FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. once again honored for Outstanding News/Information (  more

MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 14 -- Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg campus issued the following news: * * * Female athlete health, well-being focus of updated report Penn State faculty steered updated research, care guidance for the Female Athlete Triad -- when energy deficiency leads to menstrual dysfunction and poor bone health -- including a first-of-its-kind adolescent model of the condition By Christine Yu UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- When active and athletic girls and women don't  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * Public Interest Law Firm Asks Miami Gardens to Stop Defying State Law and Allow Food Trucks to Operate Today, the Institute for Justice (IJ) sent a letter (https://ij.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Miami-Gardens-Food-Truck-Letter-Sent-011326.pdf) to city officials in Miami Gardens, Florida, asking them to stop enforcing local ordinances against food trucks, in defiance of state   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Scott Slams Republican Plans to Cut Workers' Wages Today, Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, House Committee on Education and Workforce, spoke in opposition to H.R. 2312, 2262, 2270, and which would cut workers' wages. H.R. 2262, Flexibility for Workers Education Act "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I yi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ansari Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Expressing Support for Protesters Demanding a Free and Democratic Iran * WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) led a bipartisan group in introducing a resolution commending the bravery and resolve of the Iranian people in their fight for a free and democratic Iran and opposing the brutality of the Islamic Republic, which uses viole  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Rep. Jen Kiggans Advocates for CHAMPVA Legislation During Committee Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Representative Jen Kiggans (VA-02) spoke at the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, Subcommittee on Health regarding her legislation, H.R. 6526, Clarity on Care Options Act, which would require the VA to establish and maintain a publicly available directory of health care providers that accept coverage f  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Rep. Kiggans Delivers Critical Energy & Water Infrastructure Investments for VA-02 * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) secured nearly $11 million for Virginia's Second District in the latest House appropriations bill. When this bill is signed into law, it will provide significant investment in water infrastructure upgrades and quality of life improvements for VA-02 constituents. Congresswoman Kig  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 12 [Category: Business] -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release: * * * Retailers Applaud House Passage of Trade Bills * The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement in response following House passage of bills to reauthorize the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) and the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Acts.  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Business] -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release: * * * Retailers Urge Passage of Credit Card Competition Act * The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement on Senator Marshall's sponsorship of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) & White House endorsement. "RILA supports Senator Marshall (R-KS) and his efforts to promote a modern, fair, and competitive playing field for electro  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Business] -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release: * * * RILA Statement on House Judiciary Mark-Up on CORCA * The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement commending the House Judiciary Committee for passing the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA): "Leading retailers commend the House Judiciary Committee for advancing the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act, a critical  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Rising e-bike, scooter injuries reported at Sentara trauma centers * E-bikes are the hot thing in emissions-free urban transportation. Data show 1.7 million units were imported to the U.S. in 2024, with up to $4.6 billion in sales in 2025. Some e-bikes can reach up to 28 miles per hour. Motorized electric scooters are also popular as pedestrians use smartphones to pay for quick one-way  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education released the following written testimony by Haden Polseno-Hensley, president and co-founder of Red Rooster Coffee Co., from a Jan. 13, 2026, hearing entitled "Who's Watching the Kids? How Employers, Innovators, and Parents Are Solving America's Child Care Crunch": * * * Chairman Kiley, Ranking Member Bonamici, and members of the committee, good morning. I appreciate the   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Statement on Hampton Roads Native Mike Tomlin's Resignation as Head Coach of the Pittsburg Steelers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the resignation of Mike Tomlin as Head Coach of the Pittsburg Steelers: "I want to extend my sincere appreciation to Coach Mike Tomlin for his extraordinary career and lasting impact on the g  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO National Association of Letter Carriers issued the following news: * * * Second group of Rank-and-File Bargaining Committees convenes * The second group of Rank-and-File Bargaining Committees has convened and is meeting in person in the Washington, DC, area. This group of 30 letter carriers from across the country is divided into three committees: Branch Leaders, Contract Enforcers and Newer Members. The committees are undergoing a simil  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security Industry Association Opens Call for Speakers for 2026 SIA GovSummit * Speaking proposals are being accepted for SIA's public policy and government security conference, taking place May 20-21 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) is seeking proposals from subject matter experts for the 2026 SIA GovSummit   more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * SELC celebrates 25th Anniversary of Roadless Rule with Sen. Tim Kaine, Rep. Jennifer McClellan, and conservation partners * RICHMOND, Va. -On Monday, the Southern Environmental Law Center was joined by Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Representative Jennifer McClellan (D-VA), the Virginia Wilderness Committee and conservation partners from throughout the state t  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara Norfolk General Hospital helps extend shelf life of vital blood platelets * Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Sentara Laboratory Services are celebrating a major advancement in trauma and critical care with the introduction of cold-storage platelets, a new blood product now available through a partnership with the American Red Cross. The rollout comes during National Blood Don  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Skittles, a part of Mars, issued the following news release: * * * SKITTLES(R) is delivering a LIVE Big Game commercial starring Elijah Wood, to one lucky fan's front door In a first-of-its-kind, SKITTLES takes the ad off the screen and into the real world - SKITTLES is partnering with Gopuff, a leader in instant commerce, to deliver the unexpected straight to fans during the Big Game. - Fans can pre-order the SKITTLES Big Game Bundle on Gopuff for all their ga  more

BATH, England, Jan. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Bath issued the following news: * * * New research highlights deforestation and economic traps created by flue-cured tobacco in Zimbabwe Tobacco Control Research Group publishes research into the impacts of flue-cured Virginia tobacco (FCV) in Zimbabwe * A new study into one of the world's most popular tobacco leaf production processes has revealed its particularly damaging harms to the environment and how it impacts farmers' lives in Zim  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia posted the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * Used car salesman sentenced to six years in prison for fraud NORFOLK, Va. - A Virginia Beach man was sentenced today to six years in prison for conspiracy to commit mail, bank, and wire fraud; wire fraud; and bank fraud. According to court documents, Adrian Knight, 41, owned Ace Auto Sales, LLC in Chesapeake. From March 2019 to Januar  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators posted the following news: * * * Utah First to Implement AAMVA RESTful PDPS and DIAE * AAMVA congratulates Utah on becoming the first jurisdiction to implement AAMVA's RESTful Web Services for their Problem Driver Pointer System (PDPS) and DigitalAccess and Exchange (DIAE) application messaging. All implementation activities were completed on schedule, and sin  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- The University of Virginia School of Law issued the following news: * * * Professor Examines History of Presidential Pardons in New Book Saikrishna Prakash, an Expert on Executive Powers, Traces How Pardons Have Transformed Into a Political Tool By Cooper Allen How did a short clause tucked in the middle of Article II of the Constitution become one of the most controversial powers of the modern presidency? This question is at the heart of a new book fr  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU economist's new book, 'Teach a Kid to Save,' is truly a family affair * When one of his young children asked, "Can we lower the tax rate this week?" Stephen Day knew he was doing something right. Day, Ph.D., an associate professor of economics in the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business, is director of the VCU Center for Economic Education - and education starts at home. Ther  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 13 [Category: Medical] -- 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 names associate vice president of real estate services * By Pete Woody Bryce Burkett is the new associate vice president of real estate services for VCU Health. In this position, Burkett works directly with the real estate team and is responsible fo  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Video: Kaine Speaks on Senate Floor Ahead of Vote to Undo Trump Administration Rule That Adds Red Tape to ACA Enrollment Process * FULL VIDEO OF KAINE'S REMARKS ARE AVAILABLE HERE. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, spoke on the Senate floor ahead of a vote on legislation he sponsors to repeal a Trum  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Hosts Global Maternal Health Roundtable at Mary Washington Hospital * Fredericksburg, Va. -Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today convened a maternal health roundtable with the Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium at Mary Washington Hospital, bringing together state and local officials, health care leaders, clinicians, and community advocates to address maternal health trends an  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * 'Big Science, Small Pod' podcast: What makes seizures start? Neurobiologist Matthew Weston explains what happens in the brain during seizures and how his lab is researching their genetic roots to help develop new treatments for children. By Matt Chittum Not all cases of epilepsy are the same. Some people have a few seizures, begin taking one of 30 or more epilepsy medications available, and live a typical life.  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Bringing heart to AI: Alumnus redefines technology with compassion GivePulse founder George Luc '07 envisions a world where empathy and technology connect people and purpose. By Tonia Moxley When George Luc '07 helped his older sister, Janet Luc Griffin '02, move into her Virginia Tech residence hall in 1998, he wasn't thinking about becoming a Hokie himself. He was simply helping his family. "But she loved th  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Students apply GIS skills to help city planners in Boston Three students used geospatial analysis to help Boston planners improve transit connectivity, showing the power of experiential learning and real-world application. By Chris Moody How long does it take to get to work? How easy is it to buy groceries and return home? The City of Boston wanted answers to those questions and more that involve the mobility o  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Volkswagen Group of America issued the following news release: * * * Volkswagen ID. Buzz hits the silver screen in Bradley Cooper's "Is This Thing On?" * Volkswagen and Searchlight Pictures collaboration presents the ID. Buzz as the lead character's family vehicle * "Is This Thing On?" is now playing in theaters nationwide * Volkswagen of America, Inc. is pleased to highlight the all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz in Bradley Cooper's new drama comedy, "Is This T  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner Statement on Administrator Isaacman's Visit to NASA Langley and Wallops * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement after NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's visit to Langley Research Center in Hampton and Wallops Flight Facility on Wallops Island: "I am greatly encouraged to see NASA Administrator Isaacman visit Langley Research Center and Wallops Flight  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner Statement on Senate Republicans Block of CRA Vote to Overturn Trump ACA Rule * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), released the following statement after Senate Republicans blocked passage of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn a Trump administration rule that would raise health care costs and make it harder for Americans to access coverage through the Affordable  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 13 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * WEEK NINE CIAA BASKETBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK * Charlotte, NC (January 13, 2026) - Week Nine of CIAA Basketball was defined by dominant post play, elite rim protection, high-efficiency scoring, and impactful rookie performances as teams battled through a competitive early January slate. The week featured record-setting efforts, breakout performances, and   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Robert J. Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Wittman Secures Funding for Virginia's First District * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) highlighted the House passage of four Community Project Funding (CPF) requests for the First District: $1.6 million for the Virginia Institute of Marine Science's (VIMS) Center of Excellence in Environmental Forecasting (CoEEF), $448,559 for public safety radio system upgrade and r  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 13 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release: * * * Young Farmers and Ranchers 'Imagine, Grow, Lead' at Farm Bureau Competitive Events Winners of the Young Farmers & Ranchers Achievement Award, Discussion Meet and Excellence in Agriculture competitive events were announced at the American Farm Bureau's 107th Convention. Young farmers and ranchers from across the country competed for the awards by demonstrating knowledge, achievement an  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 14 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Zaria Court Kigali Now Open as Part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton Kigali's urban lifestyle hotel, where champions thrive, enters new chapter with global hospitality brand * KIGALI, Rwanda - Zaria Court Kigali is now officially open as part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking a transformative milestone for Rwanda's first urban lifestyle hotel and reinforcing the nation's expanding presenc  more