BOSTON, Massachusetts, Feb. 18 [Category: Energy]-- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release: * * * 350.org says Japan's US oil and gas investments 'unwise' * As part of a trade deal, US President Donald Trump's administration announced that Japan will finance $36 billion worth of projects, including an Ohio natural gas-fired plant set to be the US' largest, and an oil export facility in T  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026: * * * ACLU of Ohio Celebrates Progress of Two Reentry Bills Today, the ACLU of Ohio celebrates the advancement of two bills that will promote successful reentry for our Ohio friends, neighbors, and family members returning home to their communities after incarceration. On a productive afternoon on Capitol Square, the Ohio House passed HB 296 by a vote of 81-5; this legisl  more

FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, Feb. 19 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameresco, a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, posted the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026: * * * Ameresco Partners with Bradford Exempted Village School District for On-Site Solar Project The rooftop solar installation will strengthen energy resiliency for the rural Ohio community, deliver long-term cost savings for the district, and create hands-on learning opportunities for students  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice filed a proposed consent decree with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia to resolve allegations of environmental violations by Antero Resources Corp., Denver, Colorado. The lawsuit, joined by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, alleges that the company failed to comply with the Clean Air Act at its oil and natural gas production sites across West Virginia and Ohio. Specifically, th  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * BOMBSHELL REPORTING: Jon Husted's Ties to $61 Million Dollar Bribery Scandal Much Deeper Than Previously Known * NEWS 5 CLEVELAND : Sen. Husted met with man accused of bribery 2 days before H.B. 6 was introduced, according to schedule Columbus, Ohio -New reporting from News 5 Cleveland reveals that Senator Jon Husted's ties to the FirstEnergy bribery scandal, the largest corruption scheme in Ohio history,  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration. The letter addresses the Belt Railway Company of Chicago's request for amendments to its positive train control (PTC) system, which includes proposed temporary outages for maintenance. In their letter, the BLET expressed an interest in safety, not only for locomotive engineers but for the entire rail network in the United States. The organizat  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Congress approves $2M for 'microgravity' space research Fiscal 2026 federal funding commitment supports Case Western Reserve University's ongoing and wide-ranging collaboration with NASA Glenn Research Center Story by: Bill Lubinger Case Western Reserve University and NASA Glenn Research Center have enjoyed a long-standing and extensive history of research collaboration. Now, $2 million recently co  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * A family's legacy of opportunity Story by: Amanda Brower Morton Brooks (CIT '41) was a mathematically gifted student from an underprivileged family in 1930s Cleveland. Despite his talent and determination, the financial challenges of the Great Depression made higher education seem out of reach. Encouraged by his high school advisor to pursue scholarship opportunities, Brooks sat for a highly competi  more

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- Air Force Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * CLPPRS: Building the DOW's Next Testbed for Survivability The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) remains at the forefront of education and research, directly strengthening our national defense. A new initiative, the Combined Laser and Pulsed Power Radiation Source (CLPPRS), exemplifies AFIT's role in tackling some of the most pressing challenges facing the Department of War (DOW).   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on Feb. 17, 2026: * * * Daily Mail: "Vivek Ramaswamy Pocketed Cash from Notorious Nazi Reenactor" New reporting from the Daily Mail reveals that Vivek Ramaswamy accepted a donation from "notorious Nazi reenactor" Richard Iott. Iott, who belonged to a Nazi reenactment group for years, donated $500 to Ramaswamy's campaign last summer, who is now refusing to comment on the donation. "Vivek Ramaswamy can't foc  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * Dairy Producers in Ohio Reminded to Obtain 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage by February 26 * Columbus, Ohio, February 18, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging dairy producers to enroll in Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC), an important safety net program that help s offset milk and feed price differences. This year's DMC signup began Jan. 12 and the deadline t  more

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Feb. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * Delivering deterrence: Sentinel restructure to complete in 2026; initial capability timeline set * In direct response to the 2026 National Defense Strategy 's call for urgency and speed, the U.S. Air Force rolled out its plan for the LGM-35A Sentinel program, which will deliver the nation's next-generation, modernized, land-based nuclear deterrent to America's warfighters.   more

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Feb. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * DOW's New Chief Information Officer Seeks to Put the Warfighter First * The Pentagon's newest chief information officer, Kirsten Davies, gathered her department's senior leaders and staff together at the War Department's Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia, Feb. 10, where she laid out a vision for her office that focuses strongly on supporting America's warfighters. Photo  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Sarah Elfreth, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Elfreth Joins Maryland & Virginia Members of Congress in Urging Public Transparency, Long-term Response Plan from DC Water * Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) and nine additional members of Congress who represent Maryland and Virginia wrote to DC Water CEO and General Manager David Gadis, expressing serious concern over the public health and environmental impacts of the disastrous sewage   more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Expanded gift creates endowed professorship in Case Western Reserve University alumnus' honor Swinehart family gift hopes to spark curiosity in future generations * When asked what set James Stephen Swinehart, PhD, apart as a professor, those who knew him best have a simple answer: He made the study of science feel more approachable. Now, thanks to the generosity and vision of Swinehart's family, th  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- The Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Distributors International issued the following news release: * * * HARDI Releases 2026 State of the Channel Report, Delivering Actionable Intelligence for HVACR Distribution and Manufacturing Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) has released its 2026 State of the Channel Report, providing critical insights into the forces shaping wholesale HVACR distribution and manufacturing.   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer, Van Hollen, Maryland and Virginia Members of Congress Urge Public Transparency, Long-term Response Plan from DC Water * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and 9 additional members of Congress who represent Maryland and Virginia wrote to DC Water CEO and General Manager David Gadis, expressing serious concern over the public hea  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Husted leads bill to lift regulations on American critical mineral recovery Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) introduced the Spent Petroleum Catalyst Recycling and Critical Mineral and Metals Recovery Act. The bill would streamline environmental oversight of critical mineral recovery to meet supply chain needs without compromising environmental standards. Rep. Troy Balderson (R-Ohio) introduced the companion bill  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026: * * * Husted meets with local businesses and educational leaders in Northern Ohio NORWALK, OH - Yesterday, Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) met with Ohioans and employees of Sheri's Coffee House to hear about their priorities and discuss the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. "I had a great afternoon visiting with Ohioans and hearing about what I can continue to do to grow our state's economy and make li  more

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following report on Jan. 30, 2026 by Shantanu Srivastava and Tanya Rana entitled "Bridging the net-zero gap." Here are the key findings: * * * While most Indian corporates have announced net-zero or emissions reduction targets, an analysis of 33 companies across six high-emitting sectors shows that these ambitions are rarely translated into quantified, time-bound, and financially integrat  more

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following report on Feb. 9, 2026 by Shu Xuan Tan and Ramnath N. Iyer entitled "Scaling adaptation finance in Southeast Asia." Here are excerpts: * * * Key Findings Asia remains disproportionately vulnerable to climate shocks, with direct economic losses averaging USD75.7 billion annually between 2000 and 2023. Yet adaptation finance lags. Global flows in 2023 were only USD65 billion, whi  more

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 18 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release: * * * Narrabri gas not the answer for eastern Australia There are better ways to address looming shortages Key Takeaways: Diverting gas from Queensland is a better option to address domestic supply concerns in eastern Australia than developing the Narrabri Gas Project in New South Wales (NSW). Additional Queensland supplies could cut NSW gas prices by 17% if th  more

HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, Feb. 18 -- Juniata College issued the following news: * * * Juniata Mock Trial Advances to Opening Round of Nationals, Second Team Still in the Hunt After a standout season of legal arguments, Juniata College's Mock Trial team is once again advancing to the Opening Round of Nationals, with a second team set to compete this weekend for an opportunity to join them on the national stage. "I am so happy for our team members who have been working hard since the season b  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur Statement on President Trump's Pressure on Ukraine * Toledo, OH - Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus released the following statement on negotiations to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "I am alarmed by reports that the Trump Administration is pressuring Ukraine into ceding its sovereign territory and the people who live on i  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur Statement on the Passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson * Toledo, OH - Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson: "My heart goes out to the family of Reverend Jesse Jackson of Chicago including his wife Jacqueline and their 5 children Santita, Jesse Jr., Jonathan, Yusef, and Jacqueline Jr. He was an inspiring, indefatigable,   more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article on Feb. 17, 2026: * * * Everyday Disruptions: Why Traditional School Reform Is Not Enough KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Disruption is no longer an exception in education but the defining operating condition, requiring systems that are nimble, adaptive and built for ongoing change * Meaningful transformation depends on depth, sustainability, spread and shared ownership rather than quick fixes or surface-level reforms * San Luis Hig  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * The legacy continues: Meet three Black student leaders at CWRU Story by: Brianna Smith This February, the Case Western Reserve University community gathered to celebrate a historic milestone: the university's bicentennial. At the same time, this month marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, which honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans and people of African descent   more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- McDonald Hopkins, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Feb. 17, 2026, by associate Mitchell Capp: * * * Revenue sharing or restrictive employment? The hidden legal risks in college athletes' NIL contracts The House v. NCAA settlement--finalized in June 2025--was celebrated as a watershed moment for college athletes. For the first time, Division I schools could share revenue directly with their players, with an initial cap of approximately $20.5 million pe  more

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Feb. 19 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hanaway Supports Challenge To Biden-Era Abortion Drug Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in filing a brief in support of Louisiana's lawsuit challenging a Biden-era overreaching rule that expanded access to abortion drugs through mail and telehealth, despite contrary state laws. "I am proud to stan  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Feb. 19 -- The National Federation of State High School Associations issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026: * * * High School Flag Football Revisions Include Opportunity for Scoring Team to Retain Possession of the Ball if Trailing in Score In its first meeting to address rules changes in the sport, the NFHS Flag Football Rules Committee approved eight changes to the initial set of rules developed last year. All revisions recommended by the NFHS Flag Footb  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency issued the following news: * * * National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to host DARPA Lift Challenge * The skies above the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will become a proving ground for the future of aviation as it hosts the DARPA Lift Challenge, being run by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) from Aug. 2-9, 2026. The event challenges innovators to build unmanned aircraft, or drones, with revolutio  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 19 (TNSjou) -- Nationwide Children's Hospital issued the following news release: * * * Understanding the Rising Suicide Risk Among Black Youth Study sheds light on complex factors driving risk and the protective factors that may help save lives. * Suicide rates among Black youth have risen sharply in recent years, surpassing those of other racial and ethnic groups. In 2023, it was the third leading cause of death for Black youth aged 10-24 years. However, research exami  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 18 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news: * * * Nationwide selects Kelton Kline as new leader of Corporate Technology & Workplace Solutions * Kelton Kline Nationwide announced today that Kelton Kline has been selected as the new leader of Corporate Technology & Workplace Solutions. Kline follows Misty Kuamoo, who was appointed SVP, CTO, Nationwide Financial in January 2026. In his new role, Kline will be responsible for tec  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * NEW ANALYSIS: Max Miller Helped Force 113,000+ Ohioans To Drop Their Health Insurance * Ohio Health Care Provider : "For a [Republican] party that is supposed to be pro-family, these actions are the antithesis of pro-life." According to new analysis, more than 113,000 Ohioans have dropped their Affordable Care Act coverage because Max Miller and House Republicans refused to exten  more

MARION, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Ohio State University Marion Campus issued the following news: * * * New University of Liverpool spin-out secures PS470k * A new University of Liverpool spin-out, Apoello, has secured PS470k in pre-seed investment to accelerate the commercialisation of its AI-enabled materials discovery platform. The funding will support team growth, further platform development, and early engagement with industrial partners. The investment round includes PS320,000 from SFC Capit  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * Ohioans Slam Jon Husted For Taking More Than $116k From Epstein Co-Conspirator * REPORTING : Husted Took $116,892 From Les Wexner, Including A Max Donation Just A Few Weeks Before Blocking Epstein Files Release Columbus, Ohio -Today, Ohioans called out Senator Jon Husted outside his Columbus office for taking more than $116,000 directly from Epstein co-conspirator Les Wexner, including a maximum donation   more

AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, issued the following news release: * * * New Potomac Edison Substation Delivers More Reliable Power for Berkeley County Customers New facility helps reduce outages and support growth for 2,400 customers * MARTINSBURG, W. Va. - Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), has completed a new substation in Berkeley County that is already making electric service more reliable for about 2,400 homes and busines  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * Preview: CSU Spring Dance Concert Showcases Creativity, Collaboration and Artistic Growth * Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp Copy Link Email Cleveland State University's Department of Theatre and Dance will host the 2026 Spring Dance Concert Feb. 20-22 at the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square. Directed by CSU Director of Dance Michelle Ainza, the concert showcases the work of theatre and dance students an  more

OXFORD, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Prolific author, journalist launches newest book at Miami * When asked if his latest book, "The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home," was his best yet, renowned journalist, author, and educator Wil Haygood responded that it was definitely his "most timely book" before a long and thoughtful pause. "I think I'll simply let the New York Times speak for me," Haygood answered. "Why not?" Why no  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * REMINDER: Vivek Ramaswamy Super PAC Never Returned $100K from Epstein Associate * Columbus, Ohio - As questions continue to rise around Ohio Republicans' associations with Jeffrey Epstein and people close to Epstein, Vivek Ramaswamy needs to explain why his allied Super PAC never returned a $100k donation from known Epstein associate Glenn Dubin after pledging to return the contribution. Glenn Dubin, a bi  more

OXFORD, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Renovated Bachelor Hall a 'powerful symbol' for the humanities at Miami * To view more photos of Bachelor Hall's renovation, please see the Exposure story. As Miami University's hub for the humanities, the renovated Bachelor Hall will be a dynamic, interactive, and collaborative space once it's officially open for classes this fall. This two-year process has consolidated space and modernized classrooms, and it wil  more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 18 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Students Highlight Power of Nutritious Breakfasts * by Rachel Ward, Student Public Relations Writer As new federal dietary guidelines prompt changes to school breakfasts nationwide, three Cedarville University nursing students' research indicates how high-protein morning meals can improve academic performance and overall health in children. New Federal Dietary Guidelines Reshape School Breakfast Programs   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision (Docket No. EP 730; Sub-No. 1) entitled "Roster of Arbitrators - Annual Update": * * * Digest:/1 The Board revises its roster of arbitrators who are available to resolve rail rate and practice complaints through the Board's arbitration process. The Board's regulations at 49 C.F.R. part 1108 establish a voluntary and binding arbitration process to resolve rail rate and practi  more

BROOKFIELD, Wisconsin, Feb. 19 -- The National Funeral Directors Association issued the following news release: * * * Twenty-two Funeral Professionals Selected for Prestigious NFDA Meet the Mentors Program The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is proud to announce the 22 funeral professionals selected to participate in the 2026 Meet the Mentors program. This signature leadership experience, made possible through the generous support of the Funeral Service Foundation, will take pla  more

MOSCOW, Idaho, Feb. 18 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: * * * UI Extension launches STEER program to train first responders for livestock emergencies * University of Idaho Extension has created a new program to prepare the state's first responders to assist in livestock transportation accidents, filling an important training gap. Extension's new Stock Transportation Emergency Education and Response (STEER) program includes a half day of classroom learning and a  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Feb. 19 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * Social media linked to student loneliness National media outlets highlight UC study examining social media use By Michael Miller, 513-556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu Inside HIgher Education highlighted a new study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati that found students who spent more time on social media reported more feelings of loneliness. The study, published in the Journal of America  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen, MD & VA Members of Congress Urge Public Transparency, Long-term Response Plan from DC Water * Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and 9 additional members of Congress who represent Maryland and Virginia wrote to DC Water CEO and General Manager David Gadis, expressing serious concern over the public health and environmental impacts of the disastrous sewage spill into the Po  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2026: * * * Walkinshaw, Van Hollen, MD & VA Members of Congress Urge Public Transparency, Long-term Response Plan from DC Water Today, U.S. Representative James R. Walkinshaw (D-Va), U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and 8 additional members of Congress who represent Maryland and Virginia wrote to DC Water CEO and General Manager David Gadis, expressing serious concern over the public   more