OLYMPIA, Washington, Feb. 2 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown announces $17.85 million in settlements in ongoing drug price-fixing conspiracy case, new complaint against Novartis and subsidiaries * Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 48 states and territories today announced they have won $17.85 million in settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. ("Lannett") and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. ("B  more

LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 2 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Files Amended Complaint in Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over 'Declaring a National Energy Emergency' Executive Order * LANSING -Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongs ide a multistate coalition, filed an amended complaint (PDF) expanding its ongoing legal challenge to President Donald Trump's Executive Order (EO) entitled "Declaring a National Energy Emergency.  more

SALEM, Oregon, Feb. 2 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Ag Rayfield Announces Settlements with Lannett and Bausch Totalling $17.85 Million Over Conspiracies to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition * If You Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States Between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, You Could be Eligible for Money Attorney General Dan Rayfield alongside a coalition of 48 states and territories today announced two se  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 2 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * AG Sunday Announces $17.85M National Settlement Over Generic Drug Price-Fixing; Pennsylvanians are Eligible for Compensation * HARRISBURG - Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that Pennsylvania has joined a multistate coalition in securing $17.85 million in settlements with generic drug manufacturers Lannett Company, Inc. and Bausch Health over allegations the companies consp  more

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Feb. 2 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release: * * * AI Data Centers Need Skilled People: Oracle Academy Helps Build AI Careers * To meet growing demand and reinforce America's AI leadership, Oracle is building AI data centers in communities across the United States. But this advanced AI infrastructure isn't enough on its own. It needs people who have the skills and creativity   more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Feb. 3 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on Feb. 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces $17.85 Million Settlements With Lannett and Bausch Over Conspiracies to Inflate Generic Prescription Drug Prices and Limit Competition, Announces New Complaint Against Novartis and Sandoz Today, Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing two settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. ("Lannett") and Ba  more

ALBANY, New York, Feb. 2 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than $17 Million from Drug Manufacturers Bausch and Lannett for Conspiracy to Inflate Prices * February 2, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan coalition of 47 other attorneys general in securing $17.85 million from drug companies Bausch and Lannett for their role in a massive, long-running scheme to in  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 2 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES $17.85 MILLION SETTLEMENT WITH LANNETT AND BAUSCH OVER CONSPIRACIES TO INFLATE PRICES, LIMIT COMPETITION * Raoul and Majority of Coalition also File New Lawsuit Against Novartis for Same Actions Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a bipartisan coalition of 48 states and territories announcing two additional settlements with Lannett Company I  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 2 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES AMENDED COMPLAINT IN CHALLENGE TO TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S "NATIONAL ENERGY EMERGENCY" * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with 16 attorneys general, filed an amended complaint expanding their ongoing legal challenge to the Trump administration's so-called "National Energy Emergency" executive order. The executive order (EO) short-cuts critical en  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Feb. 2 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Announces Settlements With Lannett and Bausch Totaling $17.85 Million Over Conspiracies to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition, Announces New Complaint Against Novartis, Sandoz AG and Sandoz Group AG * If You Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States Between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, You Could be Eligible for Money (Hartfor  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- A coalition of Black church leaders has formally contacted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) urging the federal agency to reconsider its plans to weaken fuel economy standards for vehicles. In a public comment letter, the leaders express concerns about the potential health impacts on marginalized communities, particularly those adversely affected by air quality issues. The proposed changes to fuel economy standards are expected to increase vehicle   more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Feb. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin posted the following news release on Feb. 2, 2026: * * * Chadwick M. Elgersma Appointed U.S. Attorney for The Western District of Wisconsin Chadwick M. Elgersma has been appointed as United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin. Chief U.S. District Court Judge James D. Peterson signed the order on January 22, 2026. "I am honored to serve as United States Attorney," said Mr. Elg  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * @EdWorkforceCmte Announces Field Hearing on Disability Employment in Wisconsin Friday, February 13, at 10:15 a.m., the Committee on Education and Workforce will hold a field hearing in Wisconsin titled "Work, Dignity, and Choice in Disability Employment." What: Field hearing titled "Work, Dignity, and Choice in Disability Employment" When: 10  more

MATTOON, Illinois, Feb. 3 -- First Mid Bancshares issued the following news release on Feb. 2, 2026: * * * First Mid Insurance Group Announces Acquisition of Downs Insurance First Mid Insurance Group (FMIG), a trusted provider of comprehensive insurance solutions, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Downs Insurance Agency in Decatur, IL. The transaction closed on January 12, 2026. The acquisition supports FMIG's continued growth strategy across central Illinois and expands its presence  more

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Feb. 2 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Herauf chosen for Becky Nelson Leadership Fellowship * BISMARCK, N.D. -Ashley Herauf, clinic director at Sanford Health in Bismarck has been chosen for the Becky Nelson Leadership Fellowship, which was created to honor Becky Nelson's many years of dedicated service to Sanford Health. Becky Nelson held a variety of roles throughout her career, beginning as a staff nurse and u  more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 3 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following analysis: * * * Minneapolis Fed economic conference reports mixed growth in 2025 GDP growth continued while labor market cooled Article Highlights * Unemployment remained low but job growth also slowed * AI affected how work was done at larger firms but has not eliminated jobs * Labor force growth slowed in many areas, raising fears of labor shortage Author Tu-Uyen Tran, Senior Writer The eco  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 2 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Foundation Welcomes Premier Students into "Next Gen" 2026 Cohort * The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation is excited to host the 2026 NASDA Next Generation (Next Gen) program at the 2026 NASDA Winter Policy Conference in Washington, D.C., Feb. 1-4., 2026. This program brings tog  more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Feb. 2 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Nebraska Attorney General's Office Announces Settlements with Lannett and Bausch Totaling $17.85 Million Over Conspiracies to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition * Lincoln -The Nebraska Attorney General's Office joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing two settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. ("Lannett") and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. (  more

POCATELLO, Idaho, Feb. 2 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * New Dino? ISU Paleontologists Homing in on Possible New Species in Wyoming * Detailed in a paper published by the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, L.J. Krumenacker, adjunct professor of geosciences at Idaho State University, affiliate curator at the Idaho Museum of Natural History, and professor of geology and biology at the College of Eastern Idaho, Robert Gay, education manager at the Idaho  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Democrat Dark-Money Group Lies About Healthcare Opportunity Wisconsin, a dark-money group, which only exists on paper as an alias used by the North Fund, backed by George Soros, is once again fear mongering and lying to Wisconsinites. The ads targeting Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil specifically lie about Republican efforts to strengthen and protect Medicaid for the most vuln  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 2 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Patricia Edwards named National Academy of Education member * University Distinguished Professor Patricia A. Edwards has been named a National Academy of Education member. The title recognizes educators and education scholars who have made outstanding contributions to the field. Edwards is one of five current Michigan State University faculty to hold the title, and one of 19 to be selected for the ti  more

LONG BEACH, California, Feb. 3 -- California State University issued the following news: * * * Powering Progress: Leaders Shaping the Future of the CSU By Alisia Ruble In celebration of Black History Month, we spotlight the CSU's Black and African American university leaders whose dedication, innovation and advocacy continue to propel the university forward. From the Chancellor's Office to campuses across California, the California State University's Black and African American leaders are d  more

PIERRE, South Dakota, Feb. 3 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on Feb. 2, 2026: * * * South Dakota Attorney General Jackley Announces Settlement With Two Generic Drug Companies, Joins Lawsuit Against a Third South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and a coalition of 48 states and territories announce settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. ("Lannett") and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. ("Bausch"), totaling $17.85 millio  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 2 -- Ohio State University issued the following news: * * * Scholars gather at Ohio State for Northwest Ordinance conference Event kicks off celebrations for America 250 * A fully booked conference - with a wait list - is a great way to kick off celebrations in Ohio for the United States' semiquincentennial, or America 250. At "New Perspectives on the Northwest Ordinance," held at The Ohio State University, scholars from Stanford University, Howard University, Johns Ho  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 3 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on Feb. 2, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jones Announces Major Legal Actions to Hold Pharmaceutical Companies Accountable and Put Money Back in Virginians' Pockets AG Jones announces settlements with Lannett and Bausch Totaling $17.85 Million Over Conspiracies to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition AG Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Filing New Complaint Against Novartis for Artificially Raisi  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service, highlighting urgent needs for adaptation in conservation policies and practices due to climate change, specifically in relation to soil erosion and water runoff. This inquiry follows a 2003 report by SWCS, which called for significant revisions in conservation strategies in light of increasing precipitation and its  more