MANHATTAN, Kansas, Feb. 26 [Category: Media] -- The Journalism Education Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 First Amendment Press Freedom Award schools recognized * In the 26th year of the First Amendment Press Freedom Award, 26 schools from 12 U.S. states and the United Kingdom have been named 2026 award recipients. Three additional schools received Press Freedom Commendations. The First Amendment Press Freedom Award is co-adjudicated by the Journalism Education Association  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2026 NFL free agency: Four free agent fits and two trades that should happen Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Confetti fell on the Seattle Seahawks roughly two weeks ago, but the NFL doesn't stop just because the season is over. The offseason is near and plenty of talks will occur during this week's NFL Scouting Combine that will position the league for another active period of player movement -- the 2026  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2026 NFL free agency: Free agents, notable departures for all 32 teams Below is a team-by-team breakdown of notable player departures since the start of the 2026 NFL offseason. The list spotlights players who: * Have already been released or will become unrestricted free agents when the new league year begins on Wed., March 11. * Have retired or declared their intention to retire. * Have been included in  more

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * Acquisition graduation celebrates new logistics professionals * Twelve trainees were formally welcomed into the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center workforce during a graduation ceremony here Feb. 19. During his welcoming remarks, the logistics co-chair for the Hanscom AFB Trainee Council, Samson LeBlanc, congratulated graduates on completing the challenging program.   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on Feb. 26, 2026, by Travis Ricketts, public affairs strategist and government relations expert, to the Warren (Ohio) Vindicator: * * * This Is What Working for Ohio Looks Like Work and production are coming back to Mahoning Valley, reviving its previous namesake as the "Steel Valley," with the full investment of supporting the American worker with the passage of the Working Families Tax Cu  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 25 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * American Electric Power Service Corporation Seeks Bids for Coal * COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 25, 2026 - AEP Service Corporation (AEPSC) (Nasdaq: AEP) today issued a request for proposal (RFP) on behalf of one or more of AEPSC's affiliated or associated companies for the supply of coal to one or more power plants. AEPSC is seeking proposals for the following regions and terms, but  more

MENTOR, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Avery Dennison, a materials science and digital identification solutions company, issued the following news release on Feb. 25, 2026: * * * Avery Dennison launches AD IdentiFresh(TM) to unlock efficiency, freshness and waste reduction in food retail RFID inlay series builds on breakthrough innovation in bakery, meat, deli and produce, leveraging Impinj's M800 series ICs * very Dennison (NYSE: AVY), a global leader in materials science and digital identification solu  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ballard Spahr, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Ballard Spahr Represents Everest Infrastructure Partners in $500 Million Capital Raise * Ballard Spahr represented Everest Infrastructure Partners in raising $500 million in new equity capital commitments by private equity funds managed by TPG Peppertree. Pittsburgh-based Everest Infrastructure Partners is one of the largest and fastest-growing wireless tower   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Battelle, a nonprofit research and development organization, issued the following news release: * * * Battelle Awarded Contract to Advance US Biological Threat Reduction Battelle has been awarded the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) Scientific and Technical Engagement Partnership (STEP) 2.0 contract, becoming the sole awardee for this major Biological Threat Reduction (BTR) effort. The award includes a $52.9 million base period, with a total potential value   more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Beyond Politics: A Haitian Immigrant's Call To See People * by Rich Stratton, Assistant Director of Public Relations The words were written in French on a classroom blackboard in Haiti: "L'espoir fait vivre" -"hope makes one live." Haitian Immigrant Lou Lilite Reflects on Hope and Human Dignity For Dr. Lou Lilite, a professor of music at Cedarville University, that lesson has never been abstract. It is   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 26 [Category: Energy] -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: * * * Broad Coalition of 31 backs AGA Supreme Court challenge to furnace restrictions * Twenty-one states and 10 organizations are urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a federal appeals court ruling that upheld a Biden-era rule blocking the sale of non-condensing natural gas furnaces and certain commercial water heaters. The petition, led by the American Gas Association, Americ  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration opposing a petition to amend an existing waiver that would expand the use of computer-based simulation in place of hands-on training for rail employees. In their letter, BLET expressed concerns regarding a petition filed by CN, which seeks an amendment to its existing waiver allowing the use of three-dimensional simulations for the hands-on portion  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Bucky Brooks 2026 NFL mock draft 2.0: Jets grab edge rusher, receiver; Rams double dip on DBs Bucky Brooks, NFL.com Analyst With the league gathering in Indianapolis for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, it's a good time to provide my second projection of how the entire first round will play out in Pittsburgh when the 2026 NFL Draft takes place on April 23-25. It will be interesting to see how this week's eve  more

BEREA, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Baldwin Wallace University posted the following news: * * * BW Speech Clinic is caring community for people with Parkinson's Disease * Breakthrough moments are celebrated at the BW Speech Clinic, where individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease find hope and heartfelt assistance. It is a place where smiles abound for accomplishments that may have taken weeks or months to achieve. For students and clients alike, the clinic is more than a therapy site -it is a com  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Division of Public Safety participates in disability assistance programs The Case Western Reserve University Division of Public Safety proudly participates in two disability assistance programs: the Blue Envelope Initiative and the National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities (NPS-AID). Through its involvement in NPS-AID, Public Safety became the first police department in Ohio to  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following research by Wesley Tharpe, senior advisor for state tax policy, policy analysts Clara Wilson and Joanna LeFebvre, all of the State Fiscal Policy team: * * * Sound State Revenue Choices Essential to Counteract Harmful Policies and Build Forward State and local policymakers nationwide are facing a one-two punch entering 2026. For one, last summer's harmful Republican megabill paired enormous tax breaks for we  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following news release: * * * Central Ohio Drug Task Force Confiscates 44 Pounds of Fentanyl * (COLUMBUS, Ohio) -The Central Ohio Major Drug Interdiction Task Force seized 44 pounds of fentanyl in Madison County this week - one of its largest busts ever involving the deadly synthetic opioid, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today. "This is 44 pounds of agony and devastation that will never reach our communities,  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Cleveland Clinic has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasizing the need for strategic policies to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical care delivery. The institution articulated its position on the importance of AI in enhancing patient care and improving operational efficiency within the healthcare system. In the letter, Cleveland Clinic recognized that the current healthcare lands  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * CMSSF, Polaris Award recipients discuss importance of Guardian Values * AURORA, Colo. (AFNS) - Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna hosted a panel discussion to highlight the achievements of the U.S. Space Force's 2025 Polaris Award recipients at the Air and Space Forces Association's 2026 Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Feb. 24. The Polaris Awards are the Space Force's recognition for Guardians that   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Daniel Jeremiah's top 50: 2026 NFL Draft prospect rankings 2.0 Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Media analyst With college all-star games and further tape study in the books, NFL Network draft guru and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah updates his ranking of the top 50 draft-eligible prospects heading into the on-field events and workouts at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. Programming note: NFL Network and NFL+ will ha  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Detroit Lions to play in 2026 NFL Munich game The National Football League has announced that the Detroit Lions will be one of the participating teams for the upcoming 2026 NFL Munich game, presented by DKB. The game in Munich will be one of a record nine international games in 2026 across four continents, seven countries and eight stadiums -- and will be played at the FC Bayern Munich Stadium as part of a  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * DiSanto family commits $5.9 million to renovate Adelbert Gym at Case Western Reserve University Newly named DiSanto Arena will become primary home for men's and women's varsity basketball * Adelbert Gym, one of Case Western Reserve University's most historic buildings, will soon undergo a transformative renovation, made possible in part by a $5.9 million commitment from alumnus and trustee Fred DiSa  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Feb. 27 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky leverage AI to protect customers and combat scams * AI technology proactively scans websites, social media and paid ads to detect scams * Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky are advancing their commitments to customer safety by deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to detect scams targeting energy customers. This innovative technology scans websites, social media and paid advertis  more

GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Feb. 26 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: * * * E+I Fellows provides no-cost interns for W. Pa. host organizations * Eleven regional nonprofit and commercial entities have been selected to host Grove City College students in the Spring 2026 cohort of the Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation's E+I Fellows program. E+I Fellows provides paid student interns at no cost to nonprofits, startups, and small businesses that have a positive im  more

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Feb. 26 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * Elizabeth Stephens selected as 2026 Kiplinger Fellow * By Emily Early COLUMBIA, Mo. (Feb. 26, 2026) -Associate Professor Elizabeth Stephens was selected as a 2026 Kiplinger Fellow through Ohio University's annual Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism. Stephens, the executive editor of the Columbia Missourian -the Missouri School of Journalism's community newspa  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Feb. 26, 2026: * * * Fetterman, Colleagues Reintroduce Bipartisan Railway Safety Act This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Jon Husted (R-OH), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Eric Schmitt (R-MO), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) in reintroducing the bipartisan Railway Safety Act of 2026 to enhance rail safety by improving h  more

STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 26 -- AccuWeather, a provider of commercial weather forecasting services, issued the following news release: * * * Fewer Tornadoes, But Higher Risk of Damaging Winds and Flooding Downpours Expected This Year Compared to 2025 Season AccuWeather long-range experts say the 2026 severe weather season is shaping up to be markedly different from last year's exceptionally active spring, with hundreds more tornadoes compared to the historical average. While tornado   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Hotspots of accelerated bird decline linked to agricultural activity * Though previous research has shown that bird populations are declining across North America, a new study is the first to show that the pace of loss has picked up speed since the mid-1980s in three regions: the Midwest, California and Mid-Atlantic states. After these hotspots of accelerated bird decline were revealed, researchers looked for  more

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 27 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release: * * * Thailand's gas fleet faces dual challenge of rising costs and underutilization Thailand's power pause presents a critical opportunity to reassess gas expansion plans and ease consumer prices * (IEEFA Asia): A new report from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) finds that Thailand faces persistent underutilization of gas-fired p  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Robert E. Latta, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Latta Statement on Mortgage Rates Reaching Lowest Level Since 2022 * Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) released the following statement on mortgage rates falling to their lowest level since 2022: "Falling mortgage rates offer much needed relief for hardworking families who have been priced out of homeownership for far too long. With rates at their lowest level in four years, families across Ohi  more

MARION, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Ohio State University Marion Campus posted the following news: * * * Liverpool-India partnership strengthens research on military cultural heritage * Researchers from the University of Liverpool's Heritage Institute and ArCHIAM research centre have joined Indian academic and military historians to advance new research frameworks for the study and stewardship of India's military cultural heritage. Earlier this month, the Indian Institute of Heritage, Delhi hosted Im  more

WICKLIFFE, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Lubrizol Corp., a Berkshire Hathaway company, issued the following news on Feb. 26, 2026: * * * Lubrizol Launches Breakthrough LED Chlorination Technology to Elevate CPVC Resin Performance Breakthrough stability, faster cycle times and improved sustainability further Lubrizol's technical and global CPVC manufacturing leadership * Lubrizol introduces LED reactor technology at the company's Louisville, Kentucky, plant, boosting CPVC resin stability, efficiency and s  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Malone University issued the following news: * * * Malone University announces transfer pathway in support of Lourdes University students In light of the recent announcement that Lourdes University (Sylvania) will be closing its doors at the end of this academic year, Malone University will provide transfer support to assist current Lourdes University students with their next steps toward completing a Christian university education. "We are deeply saddened for our fr  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * National Academy of Inventors names four CWRU researchers to 2026 class of senior members Four Case Western Reserve University researchers have joined the ranks of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Senior Members, a program recognizing success in producing and commercializing technologies that have brought--or aspire to bring--real impact on society. Jonathan Karn, Jacob G. Scott, M. Hassan Naj  more

OXFORD, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * National Academy of Inventors names two Miami faculty members among 2026 class of Senior Members * Two Miami University faculty members on Thursday were named Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Dave Hartup is an associate teaching professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering and Computing. Mohammad Mayyas is associate dean for strategic initiatives and chair   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Broncos coach Sean Payton handing play-calling duties to new OC Davis Webb Michael Baca, Digital Content Editor Davis Webb's rise within the NFL coaching ranks led him to an in-house promotion to become the Broncos offensive coordinator. It will also have him in Bo Nix's ear on game days. Sean Payton announced on Tuesday from the NFL Scouting Combine that Webb will be the primary play-caller for the offen  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Browns GM Andrew Berry leaves door open for Deshaun Watson to compete for starting job Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer It's late February, and the Cleveland Browns have a lot of work to accomplish. What isn't atop the list, however, is the sport's most important position. Cleveland understandably isn't anywhere near determining who might start at quarterback in 2026, but a few options are open. Shedeur  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 22 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Browns LB Carson Schwesinger echoing Todd Monken's message for Cleveland's defense: 'I don't expect there to be a lot of changes' Christian Gonzales, Digital Content Producer Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger believes there will not be many changes to Cleveland's defense in 2026. New Browns head coach Todd Monken said in his introductory press conference that he plans to keep the same defensive approac  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield discusses beef with former head coach, new NFC South rival Kevin Stefanski Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor Some anticipation and a bit of ill will was added to the Atlanta Falcons-Tampa Bay Buccaneers rivalry via a Baker Mayfield Jan. 20 social media post. Clearly still perturbed by how his tenure ended with the Cleveland Browns and former head coach Kevin Stefanski, Mayf  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Cameron Jordan: 'There could be a bright future' for Saints with Tyler Shough at QB Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer Defensive end Cameron Jordan is entering a period of uncertainty, destined for free agency a few months shy from his 37th birthday. Where he feels more concrete is in the future of the New Orleans Saints after a revelatory rookie season by quarterback Tyler Shough. "I'm hoping so,"   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 22 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Commanders QB Jayden Daniels embraces rival fanbase: 'I love Eagles fans' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor Playing on the road at the unfriendly confines of Lincoln Financial Field isn't a desired destination for all that many NFL players. That's not the case with Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. Daniels rejoices in the unwelcoming atmosphere. "I love Eagles fans. I love Eagles fans  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Competition committee co-chairman Rich McKay doesn't expect tush push ban proposal in 2026 Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer One of the most persistently debated topics of the last year may not even make a peep in 2026. NFL competition committee co-chairman Rich McKay revealed Sunday he is not anticipating a proposal to ban the tush push during this offseason, NFL Network's Judy Battista reported. "There  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Cowboys' Stephen Jones: DeMarvion Overshown will be 'great' if he can answer injury 'question mark' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor Over three largely snakebitten seasons, linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has played but 19 of a potential 51 games for the Dallas Cowboys. Though plenty of promise has been glimpsed, Overshown finds himself very much entering a pivotal fourth season -- the last on his rook  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Cowboys, RB Javonte Williams agree to terms on three-year, $24 million contract extension Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer Javonte Williams found a home in 2025, and now he's cashed in to stay there for the long run. The Dallas Cowboys and Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $24 million extension that includes $16 million guaranteed, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday. D  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan says 'everything is on the table' with Tua Tagovailoa including trade Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer INDIANAPOLIS -- The Miami Dolphins continue to sort through the possible scenarios with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's future. Speaking Tuesday from the NFL Scouting Combine, new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan addressed Tua's tenuous situation. "We've had conversations with  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Eagles' Howie Roseman on A.J. Brown trade rumors: Hard to improve by 'subtracting great players' Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer INDIANAPOLIS -- Trade rumors continue to swirl around Philadelphia Eagles star receiver A.J. Brown. Speaking Tuesday from the NFL Scouting Combine, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman didn't outright reject the idea that Brown could be traded, but noted he's not in the business  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Falcons to release QB Kirk Cousins on March 11 when new league year begins Michael Baca, Digital Content Editor Kirk Cousins' time in Atlanta will indeed be coming to an end in a couple of weeks. Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham told reporters during his Tuesday news conference at the NFL Scouting Combine that the team plans to release the veteran quarterback on March 11. "I did talk to Kirk and hi  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Falcons to use franchise tag on TE Kyle Pitts Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Atlanta's new regime isn't interested in letting a former first-round pick walk to free agency. The Falcons are planning to franchise tag tight end Kyle Pitts, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per sources. Atlanta general manager Ian Cunningham confirmed Tuesday that Atlanta plans to tag Pitts this week. "We'  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * GM John Spytek expects Maxx Crosby to be on Raiders in 2026 amid trade speculation Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer INDIANAPOLIS -- Raiders general manager John Spytek is confident star pass rusher Maxx Crosby will remain in Las Vegas into the 2026 season. "I do, yes," Spytek said Tuesday from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine when asked if he expects Crosby to remain in the desert. Speculation has swirled ar  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * GM Omar Khan says 'door's open' for Aaron Rodgers return; Steelers also looking for 'franchise' QB Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Though it may have initially been aspirational at best, it seems as if there is a real chance Aaron Rodgers returns to the Steelers in 2026. Just don't expect the same prolonged timeline on a decision. "I think the circumstances are a little different, but just conversation  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * HBCU Legacy Bowl Week standouts: Seven 2026 NFL Draft prospects who impressed Charles Davis, NFL Media Analyst With each year, the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl gets bigger and better. Saturday's game at Yulman Stadium in New Orleans was the most impressive one in the five years since its inception. The 100-plus 2026 NFL Draft prospects in attendance competed all week long and the coaching staffs did outstandi  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. on tough second season: Adversity 'gives you a lot to grow from' Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer While the Jacksonville Jaguars soared toward an optimistic new frontier in 2025, one key member -- receiver Brian Thomas Jr. -- spent much of the joyous, transformative season in the shadows. A breakout star as a rookie, Thomas endured a number of challenges in his second season.   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 22 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jets RB Breece Hall prepared for whatever awaits him in free agency: 'Whatever happens, happens' Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Rumors of departure have swirled around Jets running back Breece Hall for nearly a year. In just a few weeks, those rumblings could become reality. After completing the fourth and final year of his rookie deal, Hall is headed toward free agency in March if New York doesn't str  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jets to use tag on Breece Hall if team fails to reach long-term deal with RB by deadline Jeremy Bergman, Digital Content Editor Breece Hall will not see free agency after all. New York Jets general manager Darren Mougey said Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis that the team plans to place a franchise or transition tag on the standout running back if the two sides can't agree to terms on a   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Niners GM John Lynch: We've had 'good and substantive meetings' regarding Trent Williams' contract Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Trent Williams' latest contract hurdle is something to monitor in San Francisco. The three-time All-Pro is set to account for a $38.8 million cap number in 2026, the third and final year of his revised contract signed in 2024. Williams and the 49ers are currently working to   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Ravens TE Isaiah Likely on impending free agency: Baltimore is home but business is business Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer After four years in Baltimore, Isaiah Likely is potentially a few weeks away from testing free agency for the first time in his NFL career. While Likely recently noted his affinity for the Ravens, he also recognizes the opportunities out there for an athletic tight end such   more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Saquon Barkley 'super excited' to work with new Eagles OC Sean Mannion: 'It's refreshing' Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer Saquon Barkley's third season with the Philadelphia Eagles will come under a third different offensive coordinator. Speaking on Friday's episode of The Insiders on NFL Network, Barkley feels recharged by the hiring of the team's newest -- Sean Mannion. "I'm super excited about  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba not 'pressed' but believes he deserves to be highest-paid WR Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer Seattle won Super Bowl LX with a roster built out by homegrown talent and savvy signings, leaving the Seahawks with the sixth-most cap space in the league to go along with a Lombardi Trophy heading into the offseason. As is often the case, though, the bill is set to come due --  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Stephen Jones says Cowboys 'leaning toward' franchise tagging George Pickens: We want him here Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Unlike last offseason, the Dallas Cowboys are proving to be dealmakers in February. Two days after Javonte Williams agreed to a three-year deal with the team, Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones told reporters they have every intent to retain receiver George Pickens and are "leaning towar  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * TE Zach Ertz plans to play in 2026, expected to be cleared from torn ACL around Week 1 Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer Free-agent tight end Zach Ertz does not intend to go out on an injury. Ertz, who tore his ACL in a Week 14 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Dec. 7, plans to return for a 14th NFL season in 2026, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported on Tuesday morning, per sources. Pelissero  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 21 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Team Gaither outlasts Team Robinson to win fifth annual Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer The fifth annual Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl proved to be the game's most competitive iteration yet, treating fans at Tulane University's Yulman Stadium to four full quarters of highlights. The bowl, which showcases the top NFL draft-eligible players from Historically Black College and U  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Texans GM Nick Caserio calls C.J. Stroud trade speculation 'moronic' Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer C.J. Stroud's four-interception performance in the Houston Texans' Divisional Round loss ahead of an offseason in which he's eligible for a long-term extension instead sent trade rumors swirling. General manager Nick Caserio shut them down as bluntly as one could on Tuesday. "It's moronic. We're n  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 24 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Texans' C.J. Stroud 'grateful' for playoff struggles: 'I know somebody's going to see how I respond' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor * * * Texans' C.J. Stroud 'grateful' for playoff struggles: 'I know somebody's going to see how I respond' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor With snow drifting down around him and an abysmal stat line commanding the narrative, C.J. Stroud's season concluded in cala  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Feb. 26 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Northwood University Announces 2026 Class of 20 Under 40 Honorees * From entrepreneurs and content creators to leaders in automotive, finance, hospitality, and more, the 2026 Class of 20 Under 40 honorees are a diverse group of alumni who have made outstanding professional and personal achievements since their time at Northwood University. "The 2026 Class of 20 Under 40 represents an exceptional group of in  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 27 (TNSrep) -- Ohio State Auditor Keith Faber issued the following news release on Feb. 26, 2026: * * * More than $18,700 in Findings for Recovery Issued Against Former Fiscal Officers, Employees at Forest Hill Union Cemetery Findings for recovery totaling more than $18,700 were issued Thursday against former fiscal officers and employees for Forest Hill Union Cemetery in Miami County over improper compensation and late fees that were paid. The four findings for recovery  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 27 (TNSrpt) -- The Reason Foundation issued the following commentary on Feb. 26, 2026, by Director of Criminal Justice Policy Vittorio Nastasi and criminal justice policy intern Maegan Smarkusky: * * * New 50-state report reveals gaps in identification and reentry document assistance for people leaving prison A new Reason Foundation report finds only 28 states mandate ID provision despite strong evidence linking employment access to reduced recidivism. * Among   more

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 27 -- Samsung, a manufacturer of mobile devices and wearable tech to intelligent home appliances, issued the following news: * * * Samsung TV Plus Becomes Exclusive FAST Home For Live MotoAmerica Races For The Entire 2026-2027 Seasons In Partnership With V10 Entertainment The DAYTONA 200 Kicks Off March 6th On Samsung TV Network (STN), The Service's Flagship Channel, Accelerating Access To Premium Motorsports * Samsung TV Plus, which recently surpassed 100 million m  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Marshall Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve Railway Safety * Washington - On Tuesday, U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Senator Jon Husted (R-Ohio) in introducing the bipartisan Railway Safety Act of 2026. The bill uses real-time data to implement improvements to rail safety regulations. "Railroads are vital to Kansas. They move our crops, power our economy, and con  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 [Category: Science] -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * Sprigg Township, OH Passes Data Center Moratorium Sprigg latest locality to reject data centers in nationwide pushback * On Monday, Sprigg Township passed a 12-month data center moratorium following public pushback. Recent regulatory filings in Adams County discovered that a data center proposal for the county would be among the state's largest data centers, consuming 31 times as muc  more

CANTON, Ohio, Feb. 23 -- The National Football League posted the following commentary by NFL Daily host Gregg Rosenthal: * * * Top 101 NFL free agents of 2026: Who are the best players available? The consensus says this is a poor free-agent class. The consensus is wrong. While this year's list of the top 101 free agents doesn't boast great star power at the top, it's incredibly deep. In the 13 years I've been performing this exercise -- in partnership with my great friend Chris Wesseling thr  more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 25 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Transforming the Journey of Motherhood Into Music * by Charis Marshal, Student Public Relations Writer Renee (O'Neal) Sallee would never have predicted that the whispered prayers and lessons she learned in the quiet hours of motherhood would lead to her writing and recording a music album. A mother of four and musician from Largo, Florida, Sallee uses her music to encourage women navigating the joys and c  more

IRVINE, California, Feb. 26 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release: * * * U.S. mortgage delinquency rate finishes 2025 flat year-over-year * Local market variations emerge as nearly half of metro areas see rising delinquency rates. * The national mortgage delinquency rate remained unchanged from December 2024, holding at 3.2%. * Serious delinquencies edged higher, reflecting a modest uptick from late 2024 levels. * Foreclosure i  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Feb. 27 -- The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * UPMC Hillman Chair, Dr. Stanley Marks, Receives Prestigious Award Stanley M. Marks, M.D., chair of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and renowned medical oncologist, will receive the 2026 PNC Elsie Hillman Distinguished Scholar Award for his significant and enduring contributions to cancer care--locally, nationally and globally. The award will be presented at the BeSpoke Bash o  more

TUCKER, Georgia, Feb. 27 -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release: * * * USPOULTRY Foundation Supports Attendance of FFA Students and Ag Teachers at IPPE 2026 The top 11 teams from the National FFA Poultry Evaluation and Food Science and Technology Career Development Events (CDEs) were invited to attend the International Poultry Expo (IPE), part of the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). This opportunity was made possible throug  more

TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 27 (TNSjou) -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo-Led Survey Finds Most School Administrators Oppose Arming Teachers By Nicki Gorny Most superintendents and principals oppose the practice of arming teachers as a school-safety strategy, according to new research led by The University of Toledo's Dr. Brandon Wood. Wood, an associate professor in the College of Health and Human Services, and two collaborators surveyed more than 500 superintende  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen Joins Warren, Sherman, Over 150 Lawmakers in Introducing Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) joined Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Chris Coons (D-De.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee, and Representatives Brad Sherman (D-Calif.), Don Beyer (D-Va.), Judy Chu (D-Calif.), St  more

KENT, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Walking through open doors * "Wright State was affordable, it was relevant, it had an outstanding engineering program." -Annette Clayton, 2026 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award recipient Annette Clayton '86 has spent a career walking through open doors -often before she knew exactly what was on the other side. That willingness to step forward, paired with a foundation built at Wright State University, ca  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren, Sherman, 160 Lawmakers Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * The Direct File Act would reverse Trump administration decision to cancel Direct File, building on widely successful pilot If fully implemented, Direct File is projected to save families up to $23 billion annually in fees, time, and tax credits Bill One-Pager (PDF) | Bill Text (P  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- WellLink Health Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about the implications of the proposed Guarding U.S. Medicare Against Rising Drug Costs Model. The organization urges the agency to thoroughly assess the potential operational and system-wide impacts prior to implementation. The GUARD Model intends to reduce Medicare Part D drug costs by benchmarking U.S. drug prices against those in similarly  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * WHAT OHIOANS ARE READING: Vivek Ramaswamy Silent After Donation from Nazi Reenactor * Columbus, Ohio - More than a week has passed since reporting revealed billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy accepted a $500 contribution from a Nazi reenactor, and Ramaswamy is still silent. Despite repeated requests for comment, Ramaswamy has not indicated plans to return the funds. READ: Vivek Ramaswamy silent after taking $500   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 26 -- Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following news release: * * * Yost Encourages Parents to Sign Up for Supervision Tools as Instagram Rolls Out New Safety Alerts * (COLUMBUS, Ohio) -In an effort to help address teen mental-health concerns, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is urging parents across the state to enroll in Instagram's parental supervision tools as the platform prepares to launch a new alert system. Beginning next week, Instagram will notify p  more