PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * 'Nudging' boosts flu vaccine numbers * Patients were 28 percent more likely to get a flu shot when they got a text message reminder and their primary care provider already had an order for the shot waiting, new research from the Perelman School of Medicine showed. The study was published in JAMA Internal Medicine. "This is important given the rise in vaccine   more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 27 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 FOOD LION CIAA MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO BALTIMORE, CELEBRATING HISTORY, LEGACY AND BLACK EXCELLENCE * CHARLOTTE, NC (January 27, 2026) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA(r)), the nation's first and oldest historically Black athletic conference, today announced the return of the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men's  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for Cancer Research posted the following news release: * * * AACR Announces Fellows of the AACR Academy Class of 2026 * PHILADELPHIA - The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) today announced its newly elected 2026 class of Fellows of the AACR Academy. The Fellows of the AACR Academy was established to honor scientists, clinicians, and physician-scientists whose visionary work has reshaped the la  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Secures Order Blocking Trump Administration's Unlawful Termination of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Funding * LANSING - The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington has stopped the Trump Administration from illegally terminating billions in congressionally approved funding (PDF) for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Michigan Attorney General   more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 28 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces Judge Ruled USDOT Illegally Withheld Funds for EV Charging Infrastructure In a multi-state lawsuit, a federal judge issued a final ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) illegally withheld about $1 billion in funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program from Arizona, 19 additional states, and the District  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- State Employment and Unemployment December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - Jan. 27, 2026 (20 pages) * * * Unemployment rates were higher in December in 6 states and stable in 44 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Twenty-one states and the District had jobless rate increases from a year earlier, 8 states had decreases, and 21 states had little change. The national un  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- State Job Openings and Labor Turnover November 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - Jan. 26, 2026 (22 pages) * * * Job openings rates decreased in 7 states in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the month, hires rates decreased in 4 states and increased in 1 state. Total separations rates increased in 6 states and decreased in 2 states. Nationally, the job openings, hires, and total separation  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * CATA to host public meeting for Penn State community on future service planning * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) will host a public meeting Thursday, Feb. 12, 1-2 p.m. at the Transportation Services Office conference room at the Eisenhower Parking Deck for Penn State students, faculty and staff to share feedback on community and campus service. CAT  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 27 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * CIAA INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD ATHLETES OF THE WEEK * Charlotte, NC (January 27, 2026) - CIAA Indoor Track and Field programs continued 2026 competition with strong performances in sprint, distance, hurdle, jump, and throw events. Four student athletes earned recognition for their efforts during the week of January 18 through January 24. WOMEN'S TRACK ATHL  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Jobs Increase In 34 States And D.C. Between December 2024 And December 2025; 20 States And D.C. Add Construction Jobs In December * Tue, 01/27/2026 - 12:43 Texas and Hawaii Have Highest 12-Month Increases, While California and Nevada Have the Worst Declines in 2025; Arizona and Montana Top Lists of Monthly Gainers; Minnesota Has the Worst   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following statement on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * DGA Statement on Trump Endorsing Stacy Garrity in Pennsylvania DGA spokesperson Izzi Levy released the following statement on Donald Trump's endorsement of Stacy Garrity in Pennsylvania: "Stacy Garrity earned her Trump endorsement by going full MAGA and bear-hugging the accomplishments that have cost Pennsylvanians the most. Garrity has stood 100% behind the Trump administration  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA and West Virginia Renew Commitment to Support Farmers and Clean Water * Agreement highlights joint effort to deliver environmental and economic benefits across the Mountain State CHARLESTON, W. VA. (January 27, 2026) -U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) today reaffirmed their partnership through a renewed Memorandum of Underst  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following news release: * * * President Trump Approves Historic Amount of Emergency Declarations in Record Time to Supplement State-Led Response Activities The Department of Homeland Security and FEMA encourage residents to follow local officials as severe winter weather threats increase * Under the direction of the United States Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, FEMA is  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Fetterman Calls on President Trump to Fire DHS Secretary Noem Today, following the tragedies in Minnesota and the incompetence of the Department of Homeland Security under Secretary Noem, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) released the following statement: "President Trump: I make a direct appeal to immediately fire Secretary Noem. "Americans have died. "She is betraying DH  more

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Jan. 22 -- The University of New Hampshire School of Law issued the following news: * * * First in the Nation: NH's 1776 Constitution to the Present Six months before the national Declaration of Independence, NH inked its first Constitution. Join the Rudman Center and NH Humanities for a conversation on the NH Constitution's enduring significance. Hear unique stories about NH's bold break from the Crown, look through the lens of "originalism," and see how NH's frequent  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Fitzpatrick, Suozzi Request Meeting with President to Advance Bipartisan Immigration and Border Security Solutions * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), along with his Problem Solver Caucus Co-Chair Tom Suozzi (NY-3), sent a joint letter to President Trump requesting a meeting to discuss a bipartisan solution to our country's immigration and border security chal  more

DANVILLE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 [Category: BizHospital] -- Geisinger Health posted the following news release: * * * Geisinger receives Comprehensive Stroke Center recertification * DANVILLE, Pa. - The Joint Commission has recertified Geisinger Medical Center in Danville and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre as Comprehensive Stroke centers. The designation, which is the highest level of stroke center certification, recognizes the high level of care both hospitals prov  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 28 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Governor Shapiro Takes Legal Action to Challenge Trump Administration's Removal of Slavery Exhibit at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia Federal action seeks to bypass the City of Philadelphia and whitewash American history, removing a long-standing exhibit detailing the lives of nine people enslaved by George Washington at one of the nation's mo  more

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces $8.5 Million Available to New York's Agricultural Industry to Support Food and Fiber Processing * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $8.5 million through the new Food and Fiber Processing Grant program - the first of its kind in the state. The program provides funding to New York agricultural operations to expand food and fiber processing capac  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, released the following opening statement from a Jan. 22, 2026, hearing entitled "Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration": * * * We all share the goal of keeping hardworking Americans safe. Today's hearing examines the federal agency responsible for ensuring the safety of the men and women who help to power o  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Inflammation and autoimmune-like dysfunction may play a role in heart failure * HERSHEY, Pa. -When the heart's muscle is weakened or injured due to a heart attack, it can make it hard for the heart to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. Over time, it can lead to heart failure, where the heart's function drops below 40%. The condition affects an estimated 6.7 million people over th  more

SWARTHMORE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Swarthmore College posted the following news: * * * Jack Bayanmunkh '26 and Lisa Shen '23 Named Schwarzman Scholars * Jack Bayanmunkh '26 and Lisa Shen '23 have been selected as members of the 11th class of Schwarzman Scholars, one of the world's most prestigious graduate fellowships. Schwarzman Scholars is a highly selective, one-year, fully funded master's program in global affairs at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Founded to address the complex geop  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 28 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release: * * * Judge Rules USDOT Unlawfully Withheld Funds for EV Charging Infrastructure in Lawsuit Filed by Attorney General Brown and Coalition In a multistate lawsuit joined by Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, a federal judge issued a final ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) unlawfully withheld about $1 billion in funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastruct  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Judiciary Committee Democrats Demand DOJ Answer for Its Refusal to Investigate Homicides of American Citizens in Minneapolis by Law Enforcement Letter Calls on Attorney General Bondi to Explain Why DOJ Killed Civil Rights Investigation, Targeted Victim's Family, and Obstructed State Law Enforcement Investigation After Federal Agents F  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Kelly honors Crawford County veterans' organization leaders as first 2026 Community Champions * MEADVILLE, PA - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) recognized Phil and Laurie Davis as the first Community Champions of 2026. Phil is the Commander of the Veterans of the Vietnam War Post 52 in Meadville and, together with his wife Laurie, have dedicated themselves to serving veterans in Crawford Count  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- La Roche University issued the following news release: * * * La Roche University Literary Society Announces Spring 2026 Events The La Roche University Literary Society invites the community to two engaging presentations led by distinguished authors this spring. These free events offer opportunities for guests to engage in scholarship, discussion, and a deeper exploration of literary topics. Both presentations will be hosted in the Ryan Room of the Zappala   more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression posted the following news release: * * * LAWSUIT: Illinois law blocks Democratic dissenters from operating without party elites' permission * CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2026 -Like most Americans, you've probably criticized the Democrats or the Republicans at some point. But imagine that the next day, state officials told you to go down to party headquarters and request a permission slip to continue speaking out  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IN THE EVENT KRISTI NOEM IS NOT TERMINATED, WE ARE PREPARED TO INITIATE IMPEACHMENT PROCEEDINGS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's Chris Jansing Reports, where he made clear that Democrats have called for Kristi Noem to be fired and will continue to use every avenue available to hold Donald Trump and DHS ac  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "IN THE EVENT KRISTI NOEM IS NOT TERMINATED, WE ARE PREPARED TO INITIATE IMPEACHMENT PROCEEDINGS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's Chris Jansing Reports, where he made clear that Democrats have called for Kristi Noem to be fired and will continue to use every avenue available to hold Donald Trump and DHS accountable for their out of  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 [Category: Medical] -- The American College of Physicians posted the following news release: * * * Leading Physician Groups: Patients in Minnesota Deserve Access to Health Care * The statement below is issued by the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Physicians. January 27, 2026-"Health care settings must remain safe spaces where pa  more

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Jan. 28 (TNSjou) -- Lycoming College issued the following news: * * * Faculty-led research seeks to decode messages hidden in political rhetoric A study entitled, "What's in a name? Democrat Party as multivocal communication," co-authored by Benjamin Kantack, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science at Lycoming College; Kylee Britzman, Ph.D., associate professor of political science at Lewis-Clark State College; and Lycoming political science major Deanna Ge  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Mackenzie Introduces Bipartisan National Cemetery Transparency Act * Washington, D.C. -Today, Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), representing the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos, introduced the bipartisan National Cemetery Administration Annual Report Act of 2026, alongside Congressman Morgan McGarvey (D-KY), to improve transparency and provide Congress and the public with clearer insight into  more

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Jan. 28 -- Gov. Kelly Ayotte, R-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Ayotte Nominates Daniel E. Will to Supreme Court Today, Governor Kelly Ayotte nominated Hon. Daniel E. Will of Loudon to the Supreme Court of New Hampshire. Judge Will currently serves as an Associate Justice of the State's Superior Court and was recommended for nomination following a review by the Governor's Judicial Selection Commission. Governor Ayotte released   more

ALTOONA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 28 -- Pennsylvania State University at Altoona issued the following news: * * * Penn State Altoona faculty dissect feminism and horror in latest podcast Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies, have released a new episode of their "Horror Joy" podcast. In the latest episode, the hosts delve into Luca Guadagnino's 2018 reimagini  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State featured in U.S. News' 2026 'Best Online Programs' rankings * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's online degree programs have again been recognized as among the best in Pennsylvania and the United States in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 " Best Online Programs " rankings, released today (Jan. 27). Offered through Penn State World Campus in partnership with the University's ac  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State reminds students of mental health resources and support * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -With spring semester classes and cocurricular activities in full swing, Penn State is reminding students of the many resources that are available to support their mental health. Natalie Hernandez, senior director of Penn State Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), a unit in Student Affairs  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Pennsylvania U.S. House Democrats to Pennsylvania's U.S. Senators: Oppose DHS Funding Bill Without Critical Reforms * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) led his fellow Pennsylvania U.S. House Democrats on a delegation letter to Pennsylvania's Senators urging them both to oppose a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that does not include critical r  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Dwight Evans, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Pennsylvania U.S. House Democrats to Pennsylvania's U.S. Senators: Oppose DHS Funding Bill Without Critical Reforms * WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 27, 2026) - Today, Congressman Dwight Evans (PA-03) and his six fellow U.S. House Democrats from Pennsylvania jointly sent a delegation letter to Pennsylvania's senators urging them both to oppose a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS  more

SELINSGROVE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Susquehanna University posted the following news: * * * Political science student awarded for dedication to civic engagement * During the 2024 election cycle, Cassil bridged the gap between civic responsibility and action by mobilizing a student-led initiative that registered over 400 new voters at Susquehanna University. These efforts included leading non-partisan voter registration tabling efforts across campus and visiting classrooms to explain the vo  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Q&A: Can AI understand the human brain better than humans? * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Over 7 million people aged 65 and older suffer from Alzheimer's disease in the United States, according to a 2025 report from the Alzheimer's Association. More of the debilitating symptoms could be mitigated or better managed with an earlier diagnosis, said Hui Yang, Gary and Sheila Bello Chair in Industria  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Summer Lee Joins PA House Democrats Urging Fetterman, McCormick to Oppose DHS Funding * PITTSBURGH, PA - JANUARY 27, 2026 -Today, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12) joined her fellow Pennsylvania Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives to urge Pennsylvania's U.S. Senators to oppose a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill that fails to include critical, enforceable reform  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 (TNSrpt) -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Report: Targeted support, belonging initiatives key for financially insecure students * A new report from Penn State's Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH) highlights the role colleges and universities can play in improving student outcomes by identifying financial insecurity early, and building coordinated support systems across counseling centers, academic units and commu  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * The Big Whale's 2026 Predictions, The Big Whale * Partner Hubert de Vauplane commented in The Big Whale on the European Union's advancing digital euro agenda, as the project moves from technical groundwork into a decisive political phase. "With the ECB's technical preparation phase underway and the legislative debate now shifting to Parliament, the coming month  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * The small, high-tech beanie protecting premature babies * Tiny ears need extra protection...and extra TLC. Premature babies often spend their first days in a hospital's neonatal intensive care unit, full of breathing machines beeping, pages coming over the loudspeaker, doors opening and closing, and other bothersome noises. It's a far cry from the cozy, muffled  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Usage-based car insurance improves driver safety * Drivers whose car insurance rates are based on data of their driving habits and who then also got tips about improving them were less likely to speed, brake hard, or rapidly accelerate than those who didn't participate in the program, according to a recent test by a team from the Perelman School of Medicine at   more

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, Jan. 27 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Westinghouse Electric issued the following news release: * * * Westinghouse, Nordion and PSEG Reach Key Milestones to Launch First-Ever Production of Cobalt-60 in U.S. Pressurized Water Reactors Strategic agreements pave the way for a reliable and scalable domestic Cobalt-60 supply chain in the United States *  CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA - Jan. 27, 2026 - Westinghouse Electric Company, Nordion (Canada) Inc., a Sotera Health com  more