Thursday - March 5, 2026
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Saturday February 28, 2026 ( 59 items )  

5 Things We Are Demanding for Our Communities That You Won't Hear About in the SOTU
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 24 -- The National Immigrant Justice Center issued the following commentary: * * * 5 Things We Are Demanding for Our Communities That You Won't Hear About in the SOTU As President Trump takes the podium for the 2026 State of the Union address, we anticipate a lot of hateful rhetoric and distorted talking points that will leave out the shameful authoritarian policies that are tearing the fabric of American life and threatening U.S. democracy. As Congress is locked in ne  more

7 Colleges With Bowling Teams in Michigan
OLIVET, Michigan, Feb. 27 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * 7 Colleges With Bowling Teams in Michigan * Several Michigan colleges with bowling teams offer both varsity and club options, so you can keep competing while earning your degree. Key Takeaways * Michigan has both varsity and club bowling teams. Varsity programs are more structured and run through athletics, while bowling clubs are often student-led. * Many colleges in Michigan that offer bowling t  more

ABYC Announces Broadbent as SkillsUSA National Technical Chair for Marine Service Technology
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * ABYC Announces Broadbent as SkillsUSA National Technical Chair for Marine Service Technology * The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced that Dave Broadbent, ABYC senior director of business development, has been appointed SkillsUSA National Technical Chair for Marine Service Technology. ABYC is sharing the news during National Career and Technica  more

AG Nessel Reaches $100 Million Settlement with Walmart for Deceiving Drivers and Customers Over Delivery
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 27 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Reaches $100 Million Settlement with Walmart for Deceiving Drivers and Customers Over Delivery * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and a bipartisan group of attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a $100 million multistate settlement with Walmart yesterday over allegations that the company deceived customers and drivers who participated  more

ALA denounces federal book banning bill
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 26 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * ALA denounces federal book banning bill * WASHINGTON - In response to H.R. 7661, introduced on February 24, American Library Association President Sam Helmick issued the following statement: "Parents, not politicians, should guide their children's reading. In our school, campus, and public libraries, materials are selected by trained literacy professionals who under  more

Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Proposal to Remove Procedures that Increase Transparency to Environmental Justice Communities
SACRAMENTO, California, Feb. 26 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Proposal to Remove Procedures that Increase Transparency to Environmental Justice Communities * OAKLAND - California Attorney General Bonta today joined a coalition of 10 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rule to remove provisions from its Freedom of  more

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $100 Million Multistate Settlement with Walmart for Deceiving Drivers and Customers Over Delivery
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Feb. 27 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $100 Million Multistate Settlement with Walmart for Deceiving Drivers and Customers Over Delivery * Thursday, February 26, 2026 Contact: comms@ncdoj.gov 919-538-2809 North Carolina's drivers to receive up to $2 million RALEIGH - Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan group of attorneys general, along with the   more

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SECURES SECOND COURT ORDER BLOCKING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT'S DEMANDS FOR SNAP APPLICANTS', RECIPIENTS' PERSONAL DATA
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SECURES SECOND COURT ORDER BLOCKING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT'S DEMANDS FOR SNAP APPLICANTS', RECIPIENTS' PERSONAL DATA * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today highlighted a decision from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California that once again recognized that the federal government cannot demand states turn over personal and sensitive inf  more

Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member Duckworth Statement on Reports that Trump's DoD Shot Down CBP Drone in Texas
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member Duckworth Statement on Reports that Trump's DoD Shot Down CBP Drone in Texas * February 26, 2026 [WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator and Ranking Member of the Senate's Aviation Subcommittee Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement regarding reports This link opens in new window or tab. that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) accidentally sh  more

Beyer Joins Warren, Sherman, Lawmakers to Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer Joins Warren, Sherman, Lawmakers to Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * U.S. 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.), Steny Hoyer (D-Md.), and Mark Pocan (D-Wisc.) led over 150 lawmak  more

BHC 5K Hustle Raises $10,000 for PTA Scholarships
MOLINE, Illinois, Feb. 24 -- Black Hawk College issued the following news: * * * BHC 5K Hustle raises $10,000 for PTA scholarships The 2025 Black Hawk College 5K Hustle raised $10,030.49 to benefit students in the college's Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program. The money raised was used to award more than $8,300 in scholarships ranging from $300-$500 to first-year PTA students for Spring 2026 and second-year PTA students for Summer 2026 clinicals. Proceeds from the race also were used  more

BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Nebraska Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Nebraska Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - Feb. 27, 2026 * * * Nebraska had 40,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 41,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings rate in Nebraska was 3.7 percent in December, un  more

BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on North Dakota Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- North Dakota Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - Feb. 27, 2026 * * * North Dakota had 21,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 23,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings rate in North Dakota was 4.5 percent in   more

BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Ohio Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Ohio Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - Feb. 27, 2026 * * * Ohio had 278,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 253,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings rate in Ohio was 4.6 percent in December and 4.2 perce  more

BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on South Dakota Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- South Dakota Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - Feb. 27, 2026 * * * South Dakota had 20,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 21,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings rate in South Dakota was 4.1 percent in   more

BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Wisconsin Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Wisconsin Job Openings and Labor Turnover December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - Feb. 27, 2026 * * * Wisconsin had 119,000 job openings in December 2025, compared to 124,000 openings in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings rate in Wisconsin was 3.8 percent in Decembe  more

California Assembly Committee Chair Introduces Key Golden Mussel Boating Access Bill
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * California Assembly Committee Chair Introduces Key Golden Mussel Boating Access Bill * California Assembly Member Diane Papan, Chair of the Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife, and 10 bipartisan coauthors, recently introduced AB-1772 a bill that would help reduce the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species - particularly the Golden Mussel - and impr  more

Chairman Grassley Opens Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting on Bipartisan Child Safety Package
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement on Feb. 26, 2026, at a business meeting on a bipartisan child safety package: * * * Today we have 14 items on the agenda - nine nominees and five bills. The first is the nomination of Gregory Gilmore to be United States Attorney for the Central District of Illinois. We'll vote on Mr. Gilmore's nomination today and hold the remaining nominees over for fut  more

Data on child abuse deaths among Illinois children 10 and under available in new report
EVANSTON, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Data on child abuse deaths among Illinois children 10 and under available in new report * * Children 3 and under face the highest risk of fatal child abuse, data found * Nearly half of victims with known suspects were harmed by a biological parent * Deaths occur in census tracts of all income levels but are mostly concentrated in higher poverty areas * Researcher: 'Nobody wants to hear t  more

Duckworth Grills Top DoD Nominee for Refusing to Commit to Prevent Military Being Stationed Near Polling Places
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Grills Top DoD Nominee for Refusing to Commit to Prevent Military Being Stationed Near Polling Places * February 26, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) pressed a top U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) leader, Mr. Mark Ditlevson, to assure the American people that the Trump Administration would not station troops near polling places in futur  more

Duckworth Statement on Secretary Collins Abandoning his Ambush Rulemaking That Threatened to Prevent Veterans from Seeking or Accessing the Health Coverage They Earned
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Statement on Secretary Collins Abandoning his Ambush Rulemaking That Threatened to Prevent Veterans from Seeking or Accessing the Health Coverage They Earned * February 26, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) quietly rescinded This link opens in new w  more

EPA Approves Air Quality Revisions for 3 Counties in Michigan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a final rule approving revisions to the Michigan state implementation plan to ensure better air quality in several regions. The action confirms that Allegan, Berrien and Muskegon Counties, Michigan, meet the reasonable further progress requirements for the 2015 ozone national ambient air quality standard. As part of this approval, the agency validated updated 2017 base year emissions inventories for these areas. Furt  more

EPA Proposes St. Louis Area Attainment of 2015 Ozone Standards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed to determine that the Illinois portion of the St. Louis nonattainment area has met the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards. This proposal follows a review of ambient air monitoring data from the 2023-2025 period, which indicates the region successfully reached the required levels. The evaluation includes a concurrence on an exceptional events request submitted by the Illinois Environmental Protect  more

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Seven Judicial Appointments
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 27 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Seven Judicial Appointments * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces seven judicial appointments: Kimberly Bocelli, of Fort Myers, to serve as Judge on the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court Bocelli has served as a County Court Judge for Lee County since she was appointed by Governor DeSantis in 2023. Previously, she served as a General Ma  more

Governor Stitt Stands Firm on Immigration Enforcement, Election Security
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Feb. 27 -- Gov. Kevin Stitt, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news: * * * Governor Stitt Stands Firm on Immigration Enforcement, Election Security * OKLAHOMA CITY (February 27, 2026) - In a letter responding to the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus today, Governor Kevin Stitt outlined his conservative record and views on immigration and election security: To the Members of the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus, I write to you as a fellow conservative, a fellow Oklahoman, and as yo  more

Harsh Treatment of Colonists Leads to American Revolutionary War
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Harsh Treatment of Colonists Leads to American Revolutionary War * The roots of the Revolutionary War can be traced to just after the French and Indian War that lasted from 1754 to 1763, in which the American colonists fought alongside British troops against the French and hostile Native American tribes, who controlled a large area of the interior of North America. Britain's victory dramatically expanded its  more

HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association Urges HHS to Support AI Adoption in Clinical Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasizing the need for a defined framework to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care. The letter responds to HHS's request for information on actions that can help integrate AI tools into healthcare systems effectively. Established in 2004, the EHR Association consists of nearly 30   more

Howard Brown Health Urges CMS to Rescind Proposed Rule on Gender-Affirming Care
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Howard Brown Health, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule that would prohibit federal funding for gender-affirming procedures for youth. This directive is viewed as a barrier to access necessary healthcare services for transgender youth across the United States. The organization argues that the proposed rule would unjustly limit access to medically necessary care, thereby creati  more

Illinois Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Threatening to Kill Federal Judge
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 27 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida posted the following news release on Feb. 26, 2026: * * * Illinois Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Threatening to Kill Federal Judge An Illinois man has been sentenced to federal prison for sending a series of threatening communications to a U.S. District Judge in the Southern District of Florida, including threats directed at the judge and the judge's family. U.S. District Judge William F. Ju  more

Judge to Charter Operator Lobbyist: No Union-Busting Allowed
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * Judge to Charter Operator Lobbyist: No Union-Busting Allowed * As operator mismanagement creates crisis in the school district, charter lobbying group went to court for the right to union-bust their employees Chicago, IL. In a court ruling today, the Judge denied the INCS lobbying group a preliminary injunction in their pursuit to perform union-busting. Because Chicago is a  more

Judiciary Says Courthouses Are in Crisis, Seeks Real Property Authority
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The Federal Judicial Center issued the following news: * * * Judiciary Says Courthouses Are in Crisis, Seeks Real Property Authority The condition of federal courthouses around the country is in a deepening state of crisis, compelling the Judiciary to ask Congress (PDF) for authority to directly manage properties that are essential to carrying out its constitutional mission. The General Services Administration (GSA) has long served as the Judiciary's landlord. But over  more

Krishnamoorthi Blasts Reported Trump Administration Plan to Invoke "Emergency" Powers Over Elections
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Blasts Reported Trump Administration Plan to Invoke "Emergency" Powers Over Elections * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) today sharply criticized new reporting (link is external) that individuals aligned with the Trump Administration are circulating a draft executive order urging President Trump to declare a national emergency based on disputed claims of fore  more

Krishnamoorthi Raises Alarm Over Ring's New AI "Search Party" Feature, Citing Privacy and Civil Liberties Concerns
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Raises Alarm Over Ring's New AI "Search Party" Feature, Citing Privacy and Civil Liberties Concerns * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Ranking Member of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services, sent a letter yesterday to Ring raising serious concerns about the company's new artificial intelligence feature, "Search Party," warni  more

Legal Services Organizations Sue to Block Sweeping Immigration Appeals Rule That Eliminates Meaningful Judicial Review
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Immigrant Justice Center issued the following news release: * * * Legal Services Organizations Sue to Block Sweeping Immigration Appeals Rule That Eliminates Meaningful Judicial Review * Emergency Filing Seeks Court Order to Halt Implementation of Interim Final Rule that Dismantles Safeguards at the Board of Immigration Appeals Washington, D.C. -Amica Center for Immigrant Rights, Brooklyn Defender Services, Florence Immigr  more

Motorola Solutions Declares Quarterly Dividend
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- Motorola Solutions issued the following news release on Feb. 25, 2026: * * * Motorola Solutions Declares Quarterly Dividend CHICAGO -- Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) today announced that its board of directors has approved a regular quarterly dividend of one dollar and twenty-one cents ($1.21) per share. The next quarterly dividend will be payable in cash on April 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 20, 2026. * * * Abo  more

Motorola Solutions Foundation Invests Over $10 Million to Support First Responders and Future Innovators
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Feb. 24 -- The Motorola Solutions Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Motorola Solutions Foundation Invests Over $10 Million to Support First Responders and Future Innovators Global impact driven by strategic grants and record 125,000+ employee volunteer hours * The Motorola Solutions Foundation, the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI), today announced its significant 2025 impact, including over $10 million in strategic gr  more

Nawrot Family Establishes the W.D. Klimstra Conservation Fund at Blackburn College
CARLINVILLE, Illinois, Feb. 28 -- Blackburn College issued the following news: * * * Nawrot Family Establishes the W.D. Klimstra Conservation Fund at Blackburn College Blackburn graduate Jack Nawrot '72 and his wife, Robynn, have established the W.D. Klimstra Conservation Fund at Blackburn College to support the education and professional development of biology students. The Fund was inspired by the work of two fellow Blackburn-educated conservationists, Dr. W.D. Klimstra '39 and Dr. Samantha  more

New bill aims to take away handouts to Wall Street landlords
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * New bill aims to take away handouts to Wall Street landlords * The Private Equity Stakeholder Project is proud to support the American Homeownership Act, a bill introduced by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jeff Merkley. The proposed legislation would end tax breaks and other benefits for Wall Street landlords who purchase housing, redirect those savings into initiatives t  more

No Labels Issues Commentary: Marking Four Years of War in Ukraine
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on Feb. 26, 2026, by senior writer Sam Zickar: * * * Marking Four Years of War in Ukraine These five statistics help define the bloodiest conflict in Europe since World War II * This week marks four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The war has become a grinding, attritional conflict that has reshaped E  more

Northwest Missouri State University: Visiting Writers Series to Feature Award-winning Poet, Librarian
MARYVILLE, Missouri, Feb. 28 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release: * * * Visiting Writers Series to feature award-winning poet, librarian A critically acclaimed poet and librarian whose work explores Black identity, archives, history and politics will visit Northwest Missouri State University as the next guest of the Visiting Writers Series. The 2025 Maya Angelou Award recipient, Alison Rollins will present her work from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1  more

NSC Statement on 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics Fatal Occupational Injuries Data
ITASCA, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Statement on 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics Fatal Occupational Injuries Data * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the National Safety Council, America's leading nonprofit safety advocate, issued the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2024 fatal occupational injuries data, which showed 5,070 worker deaths - a second consecutive year of decline. "Every dec  more

Private Equity Health Care Acquisitions - January 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Private Equity Health Care Acquisitions - January 2026 In light of continued investor interest in healthcare and the risks associated with private equity ownership of healthcare companies, the Private Equity Stakeholder Project is tracking private equity-backed healthcare acquisitions. Below is a list of private equity healthcare buyouts, growth investments, and add-on ac  more

Promotion and tenure granted to 35
OXFORD, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Promotion and tenure granted to 35 * Miami University's board of trustees approved the promotion and/or tenure of 32 faculty members and three librarians at its Feb. 27 meeting. The actions take effect July 1. " It is a privilege to recognize these outstanding educators and scholars for their achievements and commitment to their disciplines," said Chris Makaroff, interim provost and executive vice president of acade  more

Rep. Budzinski Statement on VA Changing Course on Disability Rating Rule Following Democratic Pressure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on Feb. 27, 2026: * * * Budzinski Statement on VA Changing Course on Disability Rating Rule Following Democratic Pressure SPRINGFIELD, IL - Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization released the following statement after the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) rescinded a recently published Interim   more

Rep. Chu Joins Sen. Warren, Rep. Sherman, 160+ Lawmakers in Introducing the Direct File Act Guaranteeing Free, Easy Tax Filing
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Chu Joins Sen. Warren, Rep. Sherman, 160+ Lawmakers in Introducing the Direct File Act Guaranteeing Free, Easy Tax Filing * 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) (lin  more

Rep. Garamendi, Sen. Warren Join 160 Lawmakers to Introduce the Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Garamendi, Sen. Warren Join 160 Lawmakers to Introduce the Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * Bill One-Pager (PDF) (link is external) | Bill Text (PDF) (link is external) WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Chris Coons (D-De.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Ranking Member of the Senate Finance C  more

Reps. Davis, LaHood Champion Bill to Help Foster Youth Transition to Adulthood by Improving Access to Legal Representation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Davis, LaHood Champion Bill to Help Foster Youth Transition to Adulthood by Improving Access to Legal Representation * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL) and Darin LaHood (R-IL) introduced the Fresh Starts for Foster Youth Act (H.R. 7529) to help foster youth transition to adulthood by resolving legal issues affecting housing, education, employment entry, and fami  more

Science Olympiad Brings Regional Students to Campus
MACOMB, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Science Olympiad Brings Regional Students to Campus * MACOMB, IL - - More than 250 students descended upon Western Illinois University for the Western Illinois University Regional Science Olympiad on Saturday, Feb. 21. This regional event is part of the National Science Olympiad, which sees students compete for the chance to move on to the state competition. Students from 14 high schools and e  more

The ghosts of open-wheel racing in Arlington
ARLINGTON, Texas, Feb. 27 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * The ghosts of open-wheel racing in Arlington * As Arlington prepares to welcome the IndyCar racing circuit and the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington March 13-15, few may realize that the city is firmly on the map of American racing history. The University of Texas at Arlington's Special Collections is telling that story through a mini-exhibit, Uncovered Speed: The Legacy of Open-  more

Trade Webinar Recap: Key Updates for Marine Manufacturers
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Trade Webinar Recap: Key Updates for Marine Manufacturers * NMMA hosted a member-only webinar on Feb. 26 to provide a high-level update on the rapidly evolving trade and tariff environment impacting the recreational boating industry. From new tariff authorities to ongoing investigations and refund procedures, the landscape remains fluid and complex. Memb  more

UChicago paleontologists investigate how life entered and adapted to the deep sea
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * UChicago paleontologists investigate how life entered and adapted to the deep sea * The deep sea is a dark, cold place. It's just a few degrees above freezing, subject to immense pressure, and beyond the reach of the sunlight needed for photosynthesis. The life that does survive in such a hostile place must find a different way to thrive. A new study led by scientists at the University of Chicago sheds  more

USU College of Allied Health Sciences Graduate Plays Key Role in Lifesaving Response
BETHESDA, Maryland, Feb. 27 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * USU College of Allied Health Sciences Graduate Plays Key Role in Lifesaving Response * Rapid clinical judgment and decisive action by Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class Adam Altreche helped save the life of an unresponsive man experiencing a medical emergency, Feb. 3, 2024. A 2023 graduate of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) College of Allied Health Sciences, Altr  more

UVA's Innovator of the Year Determined to Make Food Safer, Students Smarter
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Feb. 28 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * UVA's Innovator of the Year determined to make food safer, students smarter By Whitelaw Reid, wdr4d@virginia.edu One of Bryan Berger's favorite things to do as a kid was tag along to his father's office. His father, an electrical engineer, worked at nuclear power plants in Illinois, Arizona and Alabama. Berger would watch his dad take apart control valves and then reassemble them. And  more

Voices of Grubhub: Marnie Kain, VP, Head of Brand & Creative, on Building Brands that Break Convention, Leading through Clarity and Optimism, and Why Grubhub will "Eat the Fees"
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 27 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Grubhub, an online food delivery marketplace, issued the following news release: * * * Voices of Grubhub: Marnie Kain, VP, Head of Brand & Creative, on Building Brands that Break Convention, Leading through Clarity and Optimism, and Why Grubhub will "Eat the Fees" * To spotlight different perspectives and give an inside look at Grubhub, we're highlighting leaders from across the organization. This month, we sat down with Marnie Kain,  more

Walgreens Virtual Healthcare Adds Weight Management Services to Support Patients on Their Weight Loss Journey
DEERFIELD, Illinois, Feb. 27 -- Walgreens, a subsidiary of Sycamore Partners, issued the following news release on Feb. 26, 2026: * * * Walgreens Virtual Healthcare Adds Weight Management Services to Support Patients on Their Weight Loss Journey Patients can access weight management care for $49 per visit, no monthly subscription needed * Walgreens announced today the launch of Walgreens Weight Management, a new digital healthcare offering designed to help eligible adults access personalize  more

Warner, Kaine Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined over 150 lawmakers in introducing the Direct File Act, new legislation that would reverse the Trump administration's decision to end the highly successful Direct File program -which allowed taxpayers to file their taxes online, for   more

Warner, Kaine Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined over 150 lawmakers in introducing the Direct File Act, new legislation that would reverse the Trump administration's decision to end the highly successful Direct File program -which allowed taxpayers to file their taxes online, for free, a  more

Where Champions Meet Culinary Excellence: World of Hyatt Welcomes Back Jessica Pegula as Ambassador and Announces Sponsorship of Taste of Tennis Indian Wells
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 26 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Where Champions Meet Culinary Excellence: World of Hyatt Welcomes Back Jessica Pegula as Ambassador and Announces Sponsorship of Taste of Tennis Indian Wells * World of Hyatt reunites with the top-ranked American tennis star while serving World of Hyatt members at the celebrated culinary event at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells. CHICAGO, IL - February 27, 2026 -   more

Young Introduces Bill to Protect American Roads and Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young Introduces Bill to Protect American Roads and Supply Chains * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety,introduced the Securing American Freight, Enforcement, and Reliability in (SAFER) Transport Act, or the SAFER Transport Act, comprehensive legislation to address ongoing issues negatively   more