CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 26 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio issued the following news release on March 25, 2026: * * * 577 Latest Step In Attempt to Eliminate Vote-by-Mail Process Used by Millions of Ohio Voters Columbus, OH - On Tuesday, March 24, the Ohio House General Government Committee held a second hearing on House Bill 577, a measure that would require Ohio voters to include a photocopy of their driver's license when voting by mail. In response, members of the Ohio Voter R  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 25 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-OH Urges House Passage of Regulatory Sandbox Program * COLUMBUS, OH - Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) urged the state House of Representatives to pass a "universal regulatory sandbox" program ( H.B. 176 ) on Wednesday to foster innovation in Ohio-based industries by temporarily waiving regulatory requirements.  The program would make Ohio one of only a hand  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, March 25 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson stands against woke DEI practices * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson joined West Virginia and 16 other states supporting a challenge to the New Jersey State Bar Association's DEI quotas for its leadership board. The States argue that the N.J. State Bar Association is using the First Amendment as an excuse to discriminate based on rac  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso Highlights Democrat Voter ID Hypocrisy * "Tomorrow, we are going to give every single Senate Democrat in this chamber the chance to go on the record. They will have the opportunity to show the American people where they stand on common sense requirements for photo ID. This vote is a clear yes or no for Democrat Senators." WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) to  more

WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on March 24, 2026: * * * CAIR-AL Calls on Alabama Sec. of State to Visit Mosque After Slamming GOP Leader for Attending Interfaith Dinner with Muslims The Alabama chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-AL), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today invited Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen to visit a mosque after he criticized former Alabam  more

WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on March 25, 2026: * * * CAIR-Houston Applauds City's Designation of March 15 as 'International Day to Combat Islamophobia' The Houston office of the Texas chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Houston) today applauded the Houston City Council's decision to designate March 15 as the 'International Day to Combat Islamophobia.' Yesterday, Houston City Council officials annou  more

WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSxrep) -- Students for a Democratic Society and the birth of the New Left - A report from Capital Research Center InfluenceWatch - March 24, 2026 - Authored by Managing Editor and Director of Content Ken Braun: * * * Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) and the birth of the New Left SDS planted the seeds that grew into today's radical left. Editorial note: This is a reproduction of the InfluenceWatch profile of the Students for a Democratic Society (SDS). * * *   more

CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, March 26 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following statement on March 25, 2026: * * * Corn Growers Praise E15 Waiver, Call for Permanent, Year-Round Solution The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that it will use its existing authority to prevent drivers from losing access to lower-cost and lower-emission E15, a higher ethanol blend often marketed as Unleaded 88. In response, Ohio farmer and National Corn Growers Association Presi  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Michael Turner, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Downtown Dayton Security Working Group Meets with City Leadership to Receive the City's Response to Group's Recommendations * DAYTON, Ohio -The Downtown Dayton Security Working Group met Monday morning at CareSource Corporate Headquarters with Dayton Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss to receive the City of Dayton's response to the Working Group's recommendations. The meeting marked an important step forwar  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 26 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Energy Bill Assistance Available for Qualified Duke Energy Florida Customers * In 2025, nearly $30.5 million in energy bill assistance was provided in Florida, helping nearly 31,000 customers * Multiple financial assistance programs are available for eligible customers * As Duke Energy Florida's storm cost recovery charges have been removed from customer bills as of February, dropping residential bi  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Resumes Sediment Cleanup Project in Cuyahoga Falls * CHICAGO (March 25, 2026) - In early March, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) resumed cleanup of the Cuyahoga River in Gorge Metro Park in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Dredging was paused during the winter due to below-freezing temperatures. This project addresses polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PC  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * Future of the Grid: AEP at OSU Makeathon * At The Ohio State University's recent MakeOHI/O makeathon, students tackled a critical challenge: keeping the electric grid safe, resilient and ready for a rapidly changing future. Through AEP's challenge, they explored how weather, technology and real-time data shape reliable power delivery. In his keynote address, Jorge Barba,  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 25 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * RELEASE: Gov. Braun Praises IURC for Strong Defense of Ratepayers Following Utility Hearing, Expresses Disappointment with Utilities' Defense of High Rates * Gov. Braun will personally review hearing and listening sessions INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana Governor Mike Braun today praised the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) and Chairman Andy Zay for their strong, ratepayer-first appro  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration announced the receipt of 95 petitions under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program for the period of Feb. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2026. The program allows for compensation if a petitioner can prove that a vaccine caused a condition not explicitly listed or if symptoms appeared outside the specified windows. To ensure a fair process, the Secretary is required   more

WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Husted backs bill to expand energy production, support rural communities Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sens. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.) and Mark Warner's (R-Va.) Methane Reduction and Economic Growth Act. This bill would create a tax credit that would incentivize the capture and repurposing of methane emissions from active and abandoned mines. "As Ohio continues to lead in energy production, we   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 25 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release: * * * In Fight Against Fraud, Leading National Organizations Urge CMS to Take Action While Protecting Legitimate Providers and Patient Access The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance), LeadingAge, LeadingAge California, and the California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH) in a March 25, 2026 letter to Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator, the Centers for Medicare and  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 25 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * Integrated Degrees at CSU: Data Science + Health Science Cleveland State University became the first institution of higher education in Northeast Ohio to offer new interdisciplinary degrees designed to empower undergraduate students with the skills, versatility and adaptability they need to work at the intersection of multiple disciplines or fields. They are each a purposefully designed blend of curriculu  more

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, March 26 -- John Carroll University issued the following news: * * * John Carroll University Announces $3 Million Gift Honoring President Alan R. Miciak John Carroll University today announced a $3 million gift commitment from William (Bill) '83 and Sue Donnelly '84 in honor of President Alan R. Miciak ahead of his retirement in May. "When Al stepped into the presidency, it was an extraordinary moment for higher education and an especially difficult one for John Car  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 25 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts posted the following news release: * * * Lead Defendant in Multi-State SNAP and PUA Fraud Conspiracy Pleads Guilty * BOSTON - A Fitchburg, Mass. man pleaded guilty today in federal court in Worcester to his role in a fraud scheme that used the stolen identities of more than 100 individuals to obtain $440,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from Massachusetts and R  more

OXFORD, Ohio, March 25 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Miami earns Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs designation for seventh time * Jayne Brownell is proud of the culture that's been built in Miami University's Division of Student Life. It's a culture that's continued to sustain itself over the years -and others consistently take note. For a seventh time since 2017, Miami has been named one of the nation's Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- The National Association of Home Builders issued the following news release: * * * NAHB's New Resource Shares Tools for Successful Leadership BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently released Frameworks for BOLD Leadership: Blueprints to Build Trust, Teams, and Legacy. The new title equips leaders at every level with tools to lead with clarity, conviction and credibility. The foreword was written by Jim Tobin, NAHB   more

WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections released the following written testimony by Patrick Howe, executive vice president of Nuclear Care Partners, from a March 18, 2026, hearing entitled "Strengthening Federal Workers' Compensation Programs: Ensuring Integrity, Efficiency, and Access": * * * Thank you, Chair Mackenzie, Ranking Member Omar, and members of the Subcommittee. I am Patrick Howe, and I serve as Executive Vice President, Nucl  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 26 -- The Ohio Bankers League issued the following news on March 25, 2026: * * * OBL Testifies in Support of HB 560 - Protect Our Parents Act Last week, the Ohio Bankers League (OBL) provided proponent testimony before the Ohio House Financial Institutions Committee in support of House Bill 560, the Protect Our Parents Act. The legislation is intended to provide financial institutions with additional tools to help prevent financial fraud and exploitation while maintainin  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State launches Arts and Humanities AI Institute to support research and teaching * The College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University has launched the Arts and Humanities AI Institute (AHAII), an innovative center that brings together scholarship, teaching, creative exploration and public engagement to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the human experience. Developed to   more

DUBLIN, Ohio, March 26 -- The Ohio State Medical Association issued the following news: * * * Prior Authorization Legislation Passes in Ohio House HB 220 Passes on the House Floor OSMA is thrilled to report that House Bill 220, critical prior authorization reform legislation, just passed on the floor of the Ohio House today in a vote of 80-11. Last week, we reported that the House Insurance Committee had unanimously passed HB 220 and sent it to the full House for a floor vote. OSMA has been  more

DELAWARE, Ohio, March 25 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * 'Roots' * DELAWARE, Ohio - Nine of Ohio Wesleyan University's graduating Fine Arts students will present "Roots," their senior exhibition April 11 through May 8 at OWU's Richard M. Ross Art Museum. "Roots" will feature pieces selected for display by their Fine Arts professors. Simultaneously, the Ross will showcase an exhibition of Midwest-inspired landscapes created by Ohio artist Rod Bouc, MFA,   more

WESTERVILLE, Ohio, March 26 -- Otterbein University issued the following news: * * * Otterbein Launches Commercial Music Major for Today's Musicians By Kennedy Berry '27 Otterbein University is expanding its music offerings with the launch of a new Commercial Music major within the Bachelor of Arts in Music program. The major is designed for students whose musical interests go beyond traditional ensembles and who want a flexible path that reflects how music careers work today. The Commercia  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 25-141-R26) on March 16, 2026, entitled "Ohio 1 District: Delivery Operations in the Cleveland, OH, Area." Here are excerpts: * * * During the week of September 22, 2025, we performed a self-initiated audit at the Cleveland Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) and three delivery units serviced by the P&DC. The delivery units included Station B, Cleveland Heights Station, and  more

KENT, Ohio, March 25 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Raiders' NCAA appearance brings Wright State into the national spotlight * Several hundred fans filled the Student Union Atrium to watch the men's basketball team take on Virginia in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on March 20. Wright State University's return to the NCAA Tournament delivered more than a memorable game -it sparked pride across campus and far beyond, uniting fans in a shared moment on th  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * REPORT: Mike Carey's Vote for The Big, Ugly Bill Could Cause Hundreds of Preventable Deaths in Ohio [Ohio Capital Journal] * A harrowing new report finds that Mike Carey's decisive vote to gut food assistance in the Big, Ugly Bill could cause 900 premature deaths in Ohio by 2040. Carey's cruel vote is set to kick 63,000 hardworking Ohioans off of SNAP, and could cost the state n  more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, March 25 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Rethinking Independent Living: Students Design AI Solution * by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer A single fall can turn independent living into a medical emergency, especially for older adults living alone. To help address this growing safety challenge, a Cedarville University senior design team is developing an autonomous, voice-controlled assistive robot designed to help older adults remain sa  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Moran, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Bolster Primary Care Training on Dementia Detection & Treatment * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) - a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) - joined Sens. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) in introducing bipartisan legislation t  more

WASHINGTON, March 24 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Passes Tuberville, Britt Resolution Honoring Fallen U.S. Servicemembers * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) in introducing a resolution honoring the sacrifice and service of six American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft over western Iraq while supporting Operation Epic Fury. This   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news: * * * State of California Savings Plus and SchoolsFirst Shine at P&I Eddy Awards * Nationwide Retirement Solutions, and two of its key partners - State of California Savings Plus and SchoolsFirst Retirement Planning - were recognized with three first-place awards at Pension & Investments' 2026 Eddy Awards Ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, FL on March 17. The Eddy Awards were created over 25  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Thune: Democrats Will Have to Show Americans Why They Oppose Voter ID * Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON -U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune's remarks below (as delivered): "Mr. President, since we began debate on the SAVE America Act, my Democrat colleagues have spent a lot of time hed  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 25 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * Two Western Pa. Companies Charged for Illegally Storing and Disposing Hazardous Waste in Beaver County; Cleanup Cost Taxpayers $2.4 Million * HARRISBURG -Attorney General Sunday announced that two companies have been charged for unlawfully storing and disposing hazardous waste from a facility in Beaver County. The companies -One Brewery Place, Inc. (OBP) and M. Ultra Investm  more

WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Ukraine Caucus Statement Calling for Stronger Russia Sanctions Following New Report Implicating Rosneft and Gazprom in Abduction and Militarization of Ukrainian Children * Washington, DC - Today, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus-Representatives Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Mike Quigley (IL-05), and Joe Wilson (SC-02)-along with Ukraine Caucus Member Representative Greg  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Using 'imaginative' AI to survey past and future earthquake damage * Researchers have used artificial intelligence to develop a new tool for assessing earthquake damage, a leap that could ultimately help first responders in making critical rescue decisions, suggests a new study. The team's AI, called the LoRA-Enhanced Ground-view Generation (LEGG) diffusion model, is trained on real aerial drone images that   more

TOLEDO, Ohio, March 26 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo, Partners to Launch Satellite Into Space Aboard SpaceX Rocket By Nicki Gorny The University of Toledo is one of six regional universities that designed a satellite scheduled to launch into orbit aboard a SpaceX Transporter-16 rideshare mission on the morning of Sunday, March 29. The launch is the culmination of the first phase of Dream Big, an educational initiative under the nonprofit NearSpace Educ  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 25 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * VOTE ALERT: As Gas Prices Near $4 a Gallon, Jon Husted Doubles Down on Another Endless Conflict in the Middle East * NBC 4 Columbus : "Price for a gallon of gasoline is approaching $4 per gallon" COLUMBUS, OHIO -This week, Jon Husted voted for the third time to support the Administration's war in Iran, once again endorsing an expensive foreign intervention in the Middle East that has claimed 13 American   more

WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSrep) -- Chris Gavaler, professor of English at Washington and Lee University, published a book titled 'The Color of Paper' through the Ohio State University Press. The work uses comics to explore how two-dimensional images communicate concepts of racial classifications. Gavaler examines the relationship between image backgrounds and the culturally constructed concept of whiteness, utilizing quantitative research regarding reader perception. According to Gavaler, changes  more

WASHINGTON, March 24 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young, Colleagues' Resolution Honoring Six Fallen U.S. Service Members Unanimously Passes Senate * WASHINGTON - The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) and a group of senators honoring the service of six American heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft over western Iraq while supporting Operation Epic Fur  more