Saturday - May 16, 2026
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving California Newsletter for Friday May 08, 2026 ( 173 items )  
'Beams of Light in a Dark World': Rural Health Providers Care for Patients with Few Options
SANTA BARBARA, California, May 7 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * 'Beams of Light in a Dark World': Rural Health Providers Care for Patients with Few Options * This story is part of a series on rural health in the United States and the organizations filling the gaps for patients. Part one of the series can be found here. Dr. Rose Gillin said she always wanted to help people in places where there weren't enough resources. "I wanted to go to a place  more
'Viral Hit' Main Trailer Turns Street Fighting Into Online Spectacle -- Premieres June 11
LOS GATOS, California, May 8 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * 'Viral Hit' Main Trailer Turns Street Fighting Into Online Spectacle -- Premieres June 11 Netflix has unveiled the main trailer of the upcoming series, Viral Hit, based on the highly popular South Korean webtoon of the same name that has surpassed 540 million views in Japan and 2.28 billion views worldwide. This live-action adaptation marks the first Netflix series from director Hideki Takeuchi and   more
15-bed expansion project underway at LLUMC - Murrieta
LOMA LINDA, California, May 7 -- Loma Linda University Health issued the following news: * * * 15-bed expansion project underway at LLUMC - Murrieta * Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta Work has started on a 15-bed expansion project at Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta. The project will reconfigure existing space to create space for 15 additional inpatient beds, expanded patient services, and upgraded staff lounges. LLUMC-Murrieta serves the Southwest Riverside  more
4 WVU students awarded prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, May 7 -- West Virginia University posted the following news: * * * 4 WVU students awarded prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowships * Four West Virginia University students have joined the ranks of the nation ' s top emerging researchers after earning prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships. This year's winners are Daniel Campa, of Morgantown; Colin Krisulevicz, of Salisbury, Maryland; Rebecca Ozbolt, of Akron, Ohio; and Samuel S  more
A Mother's Day Gift of Knowledge: Pregnancy and Parenting Advice from UCTV's Motherhood Channel
LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * A Mother's Day Gift of Knowledge: Pregnancy and Parenting Advice from UCTV's Motherhood Channel * Mother's Day is a moment to celebrate the extraordinary care, strength, and resilience that mothers bring to families and communities every day. But behind every confident parent is something just as powerful: access to trusted, evidence-based health information and support. For many p  more
ACA PREMIUMS ARE UP 58%. WILL JIM DESMOND SPEAK UP?
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * ACA PREMIUMS ARE UP 58%. WILL JIM DESMOND SPEAK UP? * Sticker shock hits California families after Republicans failed to extend the ACA tax credits After House Republicans voted against extending the ACA tax credits, hardworking Southern Californians are dropping coverage and facing skyrocketing health insurance premiums. Thanks to Republicans' actions, ACA premiums increased 58  more
ACLU Speech, Privacy & Technology Project Senior Staff Attorney Sykes Testifies Before House Education & Workforce Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following testimony by Emerson J. Sykes, senior staff attorney of the Speech, Privacy and Technology Project at the American Civil Liberties Union, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Speech or Silence? The Future of the First Amendment in Higher Education": * * * Good morning, Chair Walberg, Ranking Member Scott, Subcommittee Chair Burgess, Subcommittee Ranking   more
ACS Flies Over 200 Rescued Cats and Dogs to Their New Home
SURREY, England, May 8 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news: * * * ACS flies over 200 rescued cats and dogs to their new home By Damian Brett Charter broker Air Charter Service (ACS) recently helped transport more than 200 rescue animals from California to three other locations utilising a single flight. The rescued cats and dogs were transported from Merced in California to their new homes in Salem, Arlington and Spokane. Thomas Howe, chief executive of ACS California, said that t  more
AG Brown protects homeland security funding from politically motivated cuts as federal government drops appeal
OLYMPIA, Washington, May 7 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown protects homeland security funding from politically motivated cuts as federal government drops appeal * Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition have successfully resolved a lawsuit stopping the Trump administration from unlawfully taking homeland security funding away from states that would not comply with the administration's political agenda. In Dece  more
AG Brown wins tariffs lawsuit against Trump administration
OLYMPIA, Washington, May 7 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown wins tariffs lawsuit against Trump administration * Attorney General Nick Brown today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court - ruling on a challenge brought by a coalition of 24 states - struck down those tariffs and specifically enjoined thei  more
AI meets accessibility in this year's Swift Student Challenge
CUPERTINO, California, May 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * AI meets accessibility in this year's Swift Student Challenge * In order for the app to allow users to draw freely, Goundadkar had to understand tremors and how they affect interaction with the touchscreen on iPad. Inspired in part by Apple's accessibility features such as Touch Accommodations, she got started by  more
Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Langhofer Testifies Before House Education & Workforce Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following testimony by Tyson Langhofer, senior counsel of the Alliance Defending Freedom, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Speech or Silence? The Future of the First Amendment in Higher Education": * * * Dear Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Adams, and Members of the Subcommittee: "The college classroom with its surrounding environs is peculiarly the 'marketpla  more
American Association of People With Disabilities Raises Concerns Over CMS Medicaid Fraud Crackdown and AI Use
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Association of People with Disabilities has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about CMS actions targeting Medicaid services for people with disabilities. The letter follows CMS's February 2026 announcement of a request for information and related measures aimed at combating provider fraud in Medicaid programs in states such as Minnesota, California, and New York. The AAPD is a disability-led adv  more
American Center for Law and Justice: Conservatives Are Beating Newsom at His Own Game
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news: * * * Conservatives Are Beating Newsom at His Own Game By Logan Sekulow Democrats thought they had the upper hand in the redistricting fight - pouring millions into Virginia and with Gavin Newsom leading the charge in California. But now the landscape has perhaps shifted. Legal setbacks, such as the recent Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana, are mounting, making the battle for control of Congress far more  more
Amtrak and Away Partner for a More Premium Travel Experience
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Amtrak and Away Partner for a More Premium Travel Experience * The new brand partnership is designed to deliver an increasingly seamless and elevated travel experience - with exclusive access to promotions, products, and more WASHINGTON - Amtrak and Away, two pioneering brands in travel, have teamed up in advance of the summer season to become each other's official luggage and train travel part  more
Andreessen Horowitz Urges OCC to Revise Stablecoin Regulation Proposal for Clarity and Innovation Support
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Park, California, a major venture capital firm heavily invested in blockchain and stablecoin technologies, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. The firm's letter addresses the OCC's regulatory approach and offers detailed recommendations aimed at fostering transpar  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 8 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs Attorney General Kris Mayes today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court granted summary judgment to a coalition of 24 states, striking down those tariffs. "President T  more
Arizona Man Sentenced to Over 13 Years in Prison for His Role in Conspiracies to Distribute Fentanyl and Cocaine and Laundering the Proceeds
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts posted the following news release: * * * Arizona Man Sentenced to Over 13 Years in Prison for His Role in Conspiracies to Distribute Fentanyl and Cocaine and Laundering the Proceeds * BOSTON - A Tucson, Ariz., man has been sentenced in federal court in Boston for his role in distributing truckloads of fentanyl and cocaine and then laundering the proceeds. Reginel Cazares, a/k/a "Junior," 38, w  more
Attorney General Bonta Announces Settlement with Aspen Dental Over Corporate Practice of Dentistry and False Advertising
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Announces Settlement with Aspen Dental Over Corporate Practice of Dentistry and False Advertising * Settlement includes first-in-state injunctive terms, $2 million in penalties, and $300,000 in restitution OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced reaching a settlement with Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (Aspen Dental) for allegedly violating   more
Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Attempt to Permanently Exempt Large Logging Projects from Environmental Review
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Attempt to Permanently Exempt Large Logging Projects from Environmental Review * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta and New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez led a multistate coalition in submitting comments to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) opposing its proposed Categorical Exclusions (CEs) for two types  more
Attorney General Bonta Protects Critical Homeland Security Funding from Politically Motivated Cut
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Protects Critical Homeland Security Funding from Politically Motivated Cut Trump Administration drops appeal of final order, permanently and fully resolving case in California's favor  OAKLAND - California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the successful resolution of a multistate lawsuit to stop the Trump Administration from unlawfully allocating f  more
Attorney General Bonta Secures End of Unlawful Meat Price Coordination, Announces Settlement with Agri Stats
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Secures End of Unlawful Meat Price Coordination, Announces Settlement with Agri Stats OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ), and a bipartisan coalition of five other attorneys general, today reached a settlement with Agri Stats, Inc. (Agri Stats), resolving allegations that the company facilitated an informat  more
Attorney General Clark Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's New Illegal Tariffs
MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 7 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's New Illegal Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Charity Clark today secured a court order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products p  more
Attorney General James Successfully Protects Critical Counterterrorism Funding
ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Successfully Protects Critical Counterterrorism Funding NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured a final victory in her lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from unlawfully cutting critical public safety funding to New York and other states. Attorney General James and 11 other attorneys general sued the U.S. Department of Homeland Secur  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Credit Card Companies to Block Illegal Vape Sales
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 7 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Credit Card Companies to Block Illegal Vape Sales * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general in urging nine major credit card companies and payment processors ( American Express, Capital One, Citigroup, Mastercard, Visa, PayPal, Stripe, Sezzle, and Block ) to take stronger action to stop  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL PROTECTS CRITICAL HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING FROM POLITICALLY MOTIVATED CUT
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 7 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL PROTECTS CRITICAL HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING FROM POLITICALLY MOTIVATED CUT Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced the successful resolution of his lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from unlawfully allocating federal homeland security funding to and from states based on their compliance with the administration's political agenda. In December, the U.S.   more
Attorney General Rayfield Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs
SALEM, Oregon, May 7 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Dan Rayfield today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by Amer  more
Balfour Beatty 2026 AGM Trading Update
LONDON, England, May 8 -- Balfour Beatty, an infrastructure group, issued the following news release: * * * Balfour Beatty 2026 AGM Trading Update Ahead of today's Annual General Meeting, Balfour Beatty announces an update on trading for the period 1 January 2026 to date. Balfour Beatty has performed well year to date with the Board continuing to expect high single digit percentage growth in profit from operations from its earnings-based businesses in 2026, and no change to the guidance gi  more
Bitwise Announces Inaugural Tokenized Fund, the Bitwise Crypto Carry Fund, In Partnership With Superstate
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 8 -- Bitwise Asset Management, a crypto index fund manager, issued the following news: * * * Bitwise Announces Inaugural Tokenized Fund, the Bitwise Crypto Carry Fund, In Partnership with Superstate Bitwise Asset Management, the global crypto asset manager with $11 billion in client assets (as of April 1, 2025), and Superstate, a leading financial technology firm reshaping capital market infrastructure, today announced the intent to transition investment managem  more
Breakthrough Institute Urges NRC to Clarify Need for Codifying DOE and DOD Reactor Design Reviews
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Breakthrough Institute, an independent global research center advocating for the regulation and oversight of nuclear reactors, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding the agency's proposed rule on Reviews of Reactor Designs Previously Authorized by U.S. Department of Energy or Department of Defense. BTI supports the proposed rule's intention to clarify that applicants may reference relevant information from prior DOE or DOD a  more
Building the Next Generation of Cedars-Sinai Nurses
LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 [Category: BizHospital] -- Cedars-Sinai, a nonprofit academic healthcare organization, posted the following news: * * * Building the Next Generation of Cedars-Sinai Nurses * At Cedars-Sinai, nursing is more than a profession-it's a commitment to caring for people in their most vulnerable moments. For Ilse Giron, RN, that commitment is deeply personal. "When you're here, you really get to know someone and you get to know their story," Giron said. "You get to  more
Calif. Toxic Substances Control Dept. Highlights Hazmat Transportation Risks of Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Sacramento, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing concerns about hazardous materials transportation risks associated with heavy-duty electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine motor carriers. DTSC, which administers California's Hazardous Waste Control Law under the federal Resource Conservation and Recove  more
Calif. Toxic Substances Control Dept. Supports Sunset of Paper Hazardous Waste Manifests
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The California Department of Toxic Substances Control submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed "Paper Manifest Sunset Rule; Modification of the Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulations." DTSC expressed overall support for the plan to cease use of paper manifests within 24 months of rule adoption, recognizing the proposal as a means to reduce paper burdens, modernize hazardous waste tracking, and align with the   more
California homeowners sue Coastal Commission over unconstitutional permit conditions
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Pacific Legal Foundation issued the following news release: * * * California homeowners sue Coastal Commission over unconstitutional permit conditions Dana Point, California: Today, a Californian couple filed a federal lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission for refusing to allow them to rebuild their aging home -unless they waive their right to protect it against damage and agree to demolish it as soon as any government age  more
California is More Prepared for Our Water Future Than Ever Before
SACRAMENTO, California, May 8 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * California is more prepared for our water future than ever before What you need to know: Governor Newsom today delivered closing remarks at the Association of California Water Agencies, highlighting the state's accomplishments since 2019 to help protect California's sustainable water future and outline what the state must do to maintain this progress. * Today, Governor G  more
Carbajal Backs Legislation to End Iran War Spending
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Carbajal Backs Legislation to End Iran War Spending * U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, signed onto U.S. Representative Pat Ryan's (D-NY-18) No Funds for Iran War Act to prohibit the use of additional taxpayer funds for military action against Iran in the absence of an Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF) or official declar  more
CBRE Group: U.S. Multifamily Market Stabilizes as Apartment Demand Improves and New Construction Slows
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 (TNSrpt) -- CBRE Group, a commercial real estate services provider, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Multifamily Market Stabilizes as Apartment Demand Improves and New Construction Slows Vacancy Rate Falls as Net Absorption Outpaces New Deliveries for First Time in Three Quarters * The U.S. multifamily market stabilized in the first quarter of 2026, as apartment demand improved and new construction slowed, according to CBRE's latest research. Net  more
Central Valley Air Quality Coalition Challenge EPA's Proposed Deadline for Five Percent PM2.5 Reduction Plan in San Joaquin Valley
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Central Valley Air Quality Coalition have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding its proposed Finding of Failure to Attain the 2006 24-Hour PM2.5 Standards in California's San Joaquin Valley. The letter expresses support for the EPA's determination that the Valley failed to meet air quality standards but opposes the agency's proposed deadline for California to submit a five percent plan aimed at reducing particulate matter  more
Chainlink Labs Urges OCC to Strengthen Stablecoin Regulation With Real-Time Technology Controls
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Chainlink Labs Inc., San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. As a prominent entity in the digital assets sector and technology infrastructure development, Chainlink Labs supports regulations that incorporate cutting-edge technology and industry input. The letter expressed con  more
Chairman Cassidy, Rep. Smith, Leader Thune, Speaker Johnson Urge SCOTUS to Protect Women & Babies From Dangerous Abortion Drugs in Amicus Brief
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news: * * * Chairman Cassidy, Rep. Smith, Leader Thune, Speaker Johnson Urge SCOTUS to Protect Women & Babies from Dangerous Abortion Drugs in Amicus Brief U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, U.S. Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ), U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Th  more
Cisco to Participate in Events with the Financial Community
SAN JOSE, California, May 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco issued the following news release: * * * Cisco to Participate in Events with the Financial Community Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) will participate in the following events with the financial community in May & June: J.P. Morgan 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference, Boston Monday, May 18, 2026 & Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Investor Meetings & Fireside Chats on Monday, 10:30 AM PST & Tuesday, 7:05 AM PST (Webcas  more
Class of '26: Three biology graduates find pathways to their dreams
SAN DIEGO, California, May 7 -- California State University San Diego State University posted the following news: * * * Class of '26: Three biology graduates find pathways to their dreams * Fourth in a series A scuba diving researcher, protector of wild animals and aspiring pediatrician: three transfer students demonstrate the wide range of career paths that can open up to San Diego State University graduates with the right preparation. Isaac Torres, Cesar Daniel Edeza and Melissa Sicair  more
CNN Original Series "This Land" Premieres Sunday, June 7 at 9pm ET/PT
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN Original Series "This Land" Premieres Sunday, June 7 at 9pm ET/PT NEW YORK, NY - CNN Original Series This Land, a new weekly series exploring the history of America's expansion through six defining frontiers, will premiere on Sunday, June 7 at 9pm ET/PT. Produced by October Films, the series will air two episodes weekly on Sundays at 9pm and 10pm ET/PT on CNN. Episodes will be available to stream the next  more
CODEPINK Disrupts Warmongers Maria Corina Machado and Secretary of Energy Chris Wright at the AI+ Expo 2026
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- CodePink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end U.S.-funded wars and occupations, to challenge militarism globally, posted the following news release: * * * CODEPINK Disrupts Warmongers Maria Corina Machado and Secretary of Energy Chris Wright at the AI+ Expo 2026 WASHINGTON D.C. - Taking advantage of every opportunity to disrupt business as usual for those who cheer on war, CODEPINK disrupted Maria Cornina Machado and later Secretary  more
Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Bill to Halt U.S. Oil Exports, Shield Americans from Price Spikes Amid Iran War
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Bill to Halt U.S. Oil Exports, Shield Americans from Price Spikes Amid Iran War * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) introduced the Stop Oil Exports to Lower Gas Prices Act to protect American consumers from rising energy costs and economic instability by halting exports of U.S.-produced crude oil during the ongoing war with Iran. America   more
Congresswoman Simon Introduces Small Business Borrowers' Bill of Rights
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Lateefah Simon, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Simon Introduces Small Business Borrowers' Bill of Rights * WASHINGTON, D.C. - During National Small Business Week, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) and House Committee on Small Business Ranking Member Nydia Velazquez (D-NY-07) introduced the Small Business Borrowers' Bill of Rights, a resolution affirming that small business owners seeking financing have fundamental rights to  more
Congresswoman Simon Secures Critical Funding for City of San Leandro's Shoreline Development Project
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Lateefah Simon, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Simon Secures Critical Funding for City of San Leandro's Shoreline Development Project * SAN LEANDRO, CA - Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) recently secured a $1,092,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) Grant for the City of San Leandro's Shoreline Development Project. The funding will contribute to the ongoing shoreline development project that will transform the San Leandro s  more
Congresswoman Torres Introduces Resolution to Designate May 3-9, 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Week
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Torres Introduces Resolution to Designate May 3-9, 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Week * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35), alongside 28 House members, introduced a resolution to designate May 3 through May 9, 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Week. The resolution raises awareness of fire safety and prevention while encouraging individuals, f  more
Court Extends Pause on Termination of TPS for Somalia Pending U.S. Supreme Court Decision
NEW YORK, May 7 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * Court Extends Pause on Termination of TPS for Somalia Pending U.S. Supreme Court Decision * (Boston, M.A.)-On Friday, May 1, a federal judge in Massachusetts extended the pause of the effective termination date of Somalia's Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The order ensures Somali TPS holders maintain their status until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a ruling concerning TPS   more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving EEMB Lithium Battery Packs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: EEMB Lithium Battery Packs Hazard: The lithium coin batteries are in pouches that are not child-resistant as required under Reese's Law. If a child swallows button cell or coin batteries, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death. Remedy: Refund Recall Date: May 07, 2026 Units: About 312,100 Consumer Contact: EEMB USA by  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Rublev Colours Gum Turpentine & Mineral Spirits Bottles
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Rublev Colours Gum Turpentine and Mineral Spirits Bottles Hazard: The gum turpentine and mineral spirits contain turpentine and low-viscosity hydrocarbons, respectively, which must be in child-resistant packaging, as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The bottles are not child-resistant, posing a risk of serious injury or death from poisoning if the contents are   more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Various Battery-Operated Light Up Toys
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Various Battery-operated Light Up Toys Hazard: The recalled toys violate the mandatory safety standard for children's toys because the toy contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death. Remedy: Refund Recall  more
Deconflict Inc. Urges FinCEN to Recognize Active Law Enforcement Intelligence in AML Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Deconflict Inc., a financial crime intelligence and law enforcement deconfliction technology company, submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The letter addresses FinCEN's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism programs, emphasizing the importance of integrating active law enforcement intelligence into risk-based AML/CFT frameworks. Deconfl  more
Defending Education Senior Director Runko Testifies Before House Education Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education released the following testimony by Paul Runko, senior director of K-12 initiatives at Defending Education, from an April 28, 2026, hearing entitled "Leveling Down: How Equity Policies Undermine Excellence and Harm Students": * * * Chairman Kiley, Ranking Member Bonamici, and distinguished members of the subcommittee: thank you for inviting me. My name is Paul Runko, and   more
Defense Primer - LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11681) on May 6, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink. Here are excerpts: * * * Defense Primer: LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile The LGM-35A Sentinel is envisioned as an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system that is expected to replace the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM in the U.S. nuclear force structure. MMIII has served as the ground-based le  more
Del. A.G. Jennings Leads Coalition to Oppose Postal Service's Guns-by-mail Schemme
DOVER, Delaware, May 8 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * AG Jennings leads coalition to oppose Postal Service's guns-by-mail schemme Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Monday co-led a multistate comment letter signed by 24 states opposing an unlawful proposal by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to allow a flood of prohibited weapons across state borders by mail. Since 1927, federal law--passed by a Republican Congress and signed  more
Digital therapy outperforms referrals to campus clinics among college students
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Digital therapy outperforms referrals to campus clinics among college students * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -College students with anxiety, depression and eating disorders may be more likely to start and to respond more positively to therapy offered via a digital app compared to referrals to in-person campus clinics, according to a study led by Penn State researchers and published today (May 7) i  more
Disability Services & Legal Center Opposes Proposed DOE Accessibility Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Disability Services and Legal Center, an independent living center in California serving over two thousand people with disabilities and seniors annually, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed changes to federal accessibility rules. The letter was addressed to the DOE Office of Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity and the Office of Minority Economic Impact. DSLC criticizes the brevity of the public comment period allowe  more
During Wildfire Preparedness Week, Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces $70 Million Available for Wildfire Prevention and Resilience Projects Statewide
SACRAMENTO, California, May 8 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * During Wildfire Preparedness Week, Governor Newsom announces $70 million available for wildfire prevention and resilience projects statewide What you need to know: California is investing $70 million for wildfire prevention and resilience projects across the state to protect communities -- from clearing brush, maintaining evacuation routes, creating firebreaks in fire-thre  more
East Bay Housing Organizations Oppose HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- East Bay Housing Organizations, Oakland, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The organization, representing over 400 members including affordable housing developers, nonprofits, faith leaders, and low-income residents in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, urges HUD to rei  more
Eleven Men Charged in D.C. in Federal Indictment Targeting Transnational Methamphetamine and GBL Drug Trafficking Organization
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Eleven Men Charged in D.C. in Federal Indictment Targeting Transnational Methamphetamine and GBL Drug Trafficking Organization * WASHINGTON - Eleven defendants are charged in a five-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in connection with a sprawling, transnational drug trafficking organization that imported  more
Empowering the next generation of women in education leaders
LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education posted the following news: * * * Empowering the next generation of women in education leaders * On April 13, USC Rossier hosted the Women in Leadership and Virginia Archer Melbo Networking Event. The theme was "Breaking Barriers: Women Who Lead and Inspire," where education leaders shared personal stories of resilience, advocacy and growth, and offered candid reflections on navigating leadersh  more
Energy-efficient blooms: Pitt Meadows greenhouse meets Mother's Day peak demand with sustainable flowers
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 7 [Category: BizEnergy] -- BC Hydro, an electric utility company, issued the following news release: * * * Energy-efficient blooms: Pitt Meadows greenhouse meets Mother's Day peak demand with sustainable flowers * PITT MEADOWS: Hollandia Greenhouses, Western Canada's largest Gerbera grower - producing more than 30 million blooms a year - has transformed its Pitt Meadows operation with significant energy-efficient improvements. With help from BC Hydro, the fam  more
Equality California Opposes CMS CRUSH Initiative Over Civil Rights and Federalism Concerns
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Equality California, Los Angeles, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service expressing opposition to the proposed Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare initiative. The organization raised concerns that the initiative's proposed regulatory approach poses risks to LGBTQ+ patients, particularly those seeking gender-affirming care, and conflicts with federal civil rights   more
Extinction is not inevitable: Genomics symposium explores using DNA to save life on Earth
SANTA CRUZ, California, May 7 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news: * * * Extinction is not inevitable: Genomics symposium explores using DNA to save life on Earth * California is losing its living heritage. The golden bear on our state flag has been gone for over a century. Chinook salmon that once filled the Klamath River have declined to a fraction of their historic numbers. Kelp forests that once stretched along hundreds of miles of coastline have c  more
Federal Changes Could Strip Some Ohioans' Food Assistance by the End of the Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 8 -- Policy Matters Ohio, a nonpartisan policy research institute, posted the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * Federal changes could strip some Ohioans' food assistance by the end of the month "Big Beautiful Bill" policies will especially harm seniors * Last week, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) began informing some Ohioans that they could lose access to food assistance as soon as May 31st. Seniors will be disproportionately affected: I  more
Film Industry and Labor Leaders Celebrate Gov. Newsom's Expanded California Film & Television Tax Credit Program as Filming Grows in the Golden State
SACRAMENTO, California, May 8 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Film industry and labor leaders celebrate Governor Newsom's expanded California Film & Television Tax Credit Program as filming grows in the Golden State What you need to know: Industry leaders, labor partners, studio partners and independent filmmakers across California are celebrating Governor Newsom's expanded Film & Television Tax Credit Program as new data confirms gr  more
Fire Departments & Reps. Kevin Mullin, Jill Tokuda & Young Kim Announce $56 Million for FEMA Urban Search & Rescue Efforts
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Fire Departments & Reps. Kevin Mullin, Jill Tokuda & Young Kim Announce $56 Million for FEMA Urban Search & Rescue Efforts * East Palo Alto, CA - With fire season around the corner and after years of bipartisan advocacy, Representatives Kevin Mullin (CA-15), Jill Tokuda (HI-02), and Young Kim (CA-40) led a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers to secure $56 million to support the lifesaving work of FEM  more
Fire, Water, Data: Elements of an Engineer-Entrepreneur's Education
LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Fire, Water, Data: Elements of an Engineer-Entrepreneur's Education * Mitchell Kirby comes from a family of firefighters. Now, graduating with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a master's in mechanical engineering from USC Viterbi, you might assume that he's chosen a different vocation. But that depends on how you define firefighting. Since joinin  more
FOOD ASSISTANCE: Harder Announces $1+ Million for Massive New Food Bank Distribution Hub in Stockton
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Joshua Harder, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * FOOD ASSISTANCE: Harder Announces $1+ Million for Massive New Food Bank Distribution Hub in Stockton * New Emergency Food Bank Recovery Hub will more than double capacity, improve efficiency, and reduce food wasteABOVE: Dr. Leonard Hansen, Rep. Harder, and Stockton Emergency Food Bank Board Chair Don Ruhstaller present a check for the new distribution hub STOCKTON - Today, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-  more
For Second Straight Debate, Steve Hilton Avoids Accountability on Letting Anti-Abortion States Target California Doctors
WASHINGTON, May 6 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * For Second Straight Debate, Steve Hilton Avoids Accountability on Letting Anti-Abortion States Target California Doctors For the second consecutive night, reproductive freedom went unaddressed on a California gubernatorial debate stage, even as anti-abortion politicians and judges escalate attacks on abortion access nationwide. Steve Hilton   more
Forest Fuel Treatments Reduce Wildfire Spread, Prevent $2.8 Billion in Damage
DAVIS, California, May 7 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * Forest Fuel Treatments Reduce Wildfire Spread, Prevent $2.8 Billion in Damage * Every dollar spent on forest fuel treatments saves about $3.75 in wildfire damages, according to a new study, led by researchers at the University of California, Davis, of nearly 300 fires in the western United States. The study estimated that the treatments, such as forest thinning and prescribed burns, prevented $2.8  more
FTC Finalizes Consent Order in Valvoline-Greenbriar Deal
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Finalizes Consent Order in Valvoline-Greenbriar Deal * The Federal Trade Commission finalized a consent order resolving antitrust concerns related to a deal between Valvoline Inc. and private equity firm Greenbriar Equity Fund V., L.P. (Greenbriar). The consent order requires the divestiture of 45 quick-lube oil change shops to address antitrust concerns surrounding Valvoline's acquisition of app  more
Ganymede Might Still Be Forming Its Metal Core Today
PASADENA, California, May 7 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Ganymede Might Still Be Forming Its Metal Core Today * Jupiter's moon Ganymede is the largest moon in the solar system; at over 3,200 miles across, it is larger than the planet Mercury. It is also the only moon with its own intrinsic magnetic field, produced by a churning central core of electrically conductive metal called a dynamo. But how Ganymede's unique dynamo works is still a mystery  more
Gov. Newsom Launches Engaged California Statewide for the First Time to Give All Californians a Stronger Voice in AI Policy
SACRAMENTO, California, May 8 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom launches Engaged California statewide for the first time to give all Californians a stronger voice in AI policy What you need to know: All Californians are invited to participate in California's digital democracy effort, as Governor Newsom launches Engaged California statewide to give Californians a stronger voice in AI policy and assess its impact on the s  more
Graduates to Receive Special Recognition at CSUN's Honors Convocation
NORTHRIDGE, California, May 6 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release: * * * Graduates to Receive Special Recognition at CSUN's Honors Convocation * Media Contact: Javier Rojas, Javier.rojas@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130 or Carmen Ramos Chandler, carmen.chandler@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130 Of the more than 4,000 graduates invited to take part in California State University, Northridge's Honors Convocation on Saturday, May 9, six people will be singled out for sp  more
Groundfish Forum Urges FDA to Add 'Pacific Snapper' as Acceptable Market Name for Rockfish
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Groundfish Forum, a fishing industry trade association representing member companies that harvest and process several species of rockfish in the federally managed Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska fisheries, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The letter addresses FDA's request for information on potentially changing acceptable market names for certain rockfish species. The forum highlighted its role as one of the large  more
Groundwork Collaborative Report Warns Extreme Heat Becomes Major Threat to American Workers
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- Extreme Heat is Killing America's Workers: STRONG PROTECTIONS COULD SAVE UP TO 1,500 LIVES EACH YEAR, BUT CORPORATIONS ARE STANDING IN THE WAY - A report from Groundwork Collaborative - April 2026 (17 pages) * * * Groundwork Collaborative issued a report examining how rising temperatures and increasingly frequent heat waves are endangering workers across the United States, particularly in outdoor and high-exposure industries such as construction, agriculture, war  more
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship raises transmission concerns
RIVERSIDE, California, May 7 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news: * * * Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship raises transmission concerns * A deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has triggered an international health response after at least three passengers died and several others fell ill during a voyage in the South Atlantic. Health officials across multiple countries are tracing passengers amid concerns over the rare   more
Hooper, Lundy and Bookman Issues Commentary: FSMB Sharpens Regulator Focus on Corporate Influence and Oversight of Clinical Decision Making - What Physicians, MSOs, and Investors Need to Know
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 7, 2026, by partner Eric M. Fish: * * * FSMB Sharpens Regulator Focus on Corporate Influence and Oversight of Clinical Decision Making: What Physicians, MSOs, and Investors Need to Know On May 2, 2026, the Federation of State Medical Boards ("FSMB") approved the Report and Recommendations of the Workgroup on the Oversight of Clinical Decision Making ("The FSMB Report"). The FSMB Rep  more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Chairman Kiley Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on Equity Policies
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Kevin Kiley, I-California, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education released the following opening statement from an April 28, 2026, hearing entitled "Leveling Down: How Equity Policies Undermine Excellence and Harm Students": * * * Academic excellence is the foundation of K-12 education. Every student deserves access to a great education, to the highest-quality education possible. All students b  more
House Energy & Commerce Committee Issues Report on American Broadband Deployment Act
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-614) on the American Broadband Deployment Act (H.R. 2289). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on April 15, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 2289, the "American Broadband Deployment Act" was introduced by Representative Buddy Carter on March 24, 2025. H.R. 2289 would streamline the broadband permitting process at the federal, state, and local level. It wou  more
House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Cashless Bail Reporting Act
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-602) on the Cashless Bail Reporting Act (H.R. 5625). The report was advanced by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, on April 9, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 5625, the Cashless Bail Reporting Act, introduced by Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC), requires the Attorney General to make publicly available a list of each state and unit of local government that permits the release pending trial on personal recogniz  more
House Ways & Means Committee Issues Report on Doug Lamalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Ways and Means Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-605) on the Doug Lamalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act (H.R. 5366). The report was advanced by Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, on April 9, 2026. The House passed the bill on April 27, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * I. SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND A. Purpose and Summary The bill, H.R. 5366, the "Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty A  more
How Will AI Reshape Politics - Volume Co-Edited by Stanford Law's Nathaniel Persily Explores the Stakes
STANFORD, California, May 7 (TNSrpt) -- Stanford University Law School issued the following news: * * * How Will AI Reshape Politics? New Volume Co-Edited by Stanford Law's Nathaniel Persily Explores the Stakes Draft report of the AI Task Force of the American Political Science Association report now available By Monica Schreiber As artificial intelligence reshapes political campaigns, public administration, national security, public opinion, and democracy, a new volume co-edited by Stanfo  more
Humphrey School Welcomes New Faculty Members
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 7 -- The University of Minnesota Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs posted the following news: * * * Humphrey School Welcomes New Faculty Members * The Humphrey School of Public Affairs is pleased to announce several new faculty members who will join the School in the coming months. Linda E. Mendez-Barrientos will become an associate professor in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy (STEP) area, effective in late August. She comes to us fro  more
Ian Guldner joins Salk Institute to advance foundational research on brain aging and Alzheimer's disease
LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: * * * Ian Guldner joins Salk Institute to advance foundational research on brain aging and Alzheimer's disease Highlights  * Salk has recruited Ian Guldner as a new assistant professor, bringing fresh momentum to foundational research on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias * Guldner's lab will identify cellular communication mechanisms that regulate brain aging and disease, and  more
Institute for Energy Research: Refinery Closures Increase California's Reliance on Fuel Imports
WASHINGTON, May 7 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Refinery Closures Increase California's Reliance on Fuel Imports * Key Takeaways 1 California is now importing 20% of its gasoline from Asian refineries as it continues to close refineries in the most populous state. 2 In just seven months, California has lost about 17% of its refining capacity with the closure of two refineries, and product imports are up 38% this year. 3 Gaso  more
ISU Teams Take Home 6 Awards at International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition
POCATELLO, Idaho, May 6 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * ISU Teams Take Home 6 Awards at International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition * Students from the College of Business have again secured a number of honors at this year's International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition. This year, the undergraduate team from Idaho State University won Best Written Documents, Best Presentation, Outstanding Performance in Stock Market, and runner-up for Overall  more
JCB Flavors Issues Voluntary Recall of Topical Seasonings Due to Potential Health Risk
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * JCB Flavors, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Topical Seasonings Due to Potential Health Risk Summary Company Announcement Date: May 06, 2026 FDA Publish Date: May 07, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella Company Name: JCB Flavors, LLC Brand Name: Wildlife Seasoning   more
JIMMY KIMMEL, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, ALFONSO RIBEIRO, GEENA DAVIS AND NICK LACHEY HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 11-15 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK'
BURBANK, California, May 7 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * JIMMY KIMMEL, GUILLERMO RODRIGUEZ, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, ALFONSO RIBEIRO, GEENA DAVIS AND NICK LACHEY HEADLINE GUEST LINEUP FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 11-15 ON 'LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK' * Nationally syndicated morning talk show "Live with Kelly and Mark" announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of May 11-15. Monday, May 11 -JIMMY KIMMEL and GUILLERMO R  more
Justice Department Requires Agri Stats to End Exchange of Competitively Sensitive Information Among Nation's Largest Meat Processors That Suppressed Competition and Increased Prices for Decades
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Justice Department Requires Agri Stats to End Exchange of Competitively Sensitive Information Among Nation's Largest Meat Processors that Suppressed Competition and Increased Prices for Decades The Proposed Settlement Will Restore Competitive Prices for Consumers by Ending Meat Processors' Unfair Advantage in Negotiations with Meat Buyers * The Justice Department's Antitrust Division   more
Kamlager-Dove Introduces Updated Pregnant Women in Custody Act After Reports of Neglect and Miscarriages in Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Kamlager-Dove Introduces Updated Pregnant Women in Custody Act After Reports of Neglect and Miscarriages in Immigration Detention * Revised legislation extends safeguards to ICE, CBP, and ORR facilities WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) reintroduced the Pregnant Women in Custody Act, critical legislation that establishes care standards for pregnant and postpartum   more
Leading Education Scholar James D. Anderson to Receive Honorary Doctorate
FULLERTON, California, May 7 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * Leading Education Scholar James D. Anderson to Receive Honorary Doctorate * For his significant contributions to academic scholarship and his unwavering commitment to advancing equitable and inclusive education, research scholar James D. Anderson will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at Cal State Fullerton's College of Education commencement ceremony on May 18. A longti  more
Legendary San Francisco Pastor, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown, to Receive NAACP's Spingarn Medal at 117th National Convention in Chicago
WASHINGTON, May 6 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * Legendary San Francisco Pastor, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown, to Receive NAACP's Spingarn Medal at 117th National Convention in Chicago * BALTIMORE -The NAACP announces that Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown, longtime civil rights leader, pastor, and tireless advocate for justice, will be honored with the 111th Spingarn Medal this July at the 117th NAACP National Convention in Chicago, recognizing his extraordinary   more
LinkedIn Job Search Safety Pulse: 2026
SUNNYVALE, California, May 8 (TNSrpt) -- LinkedIn, a professional networking tool, issued the following news: * * * The LinkedIn Job Search Safety Pulse: 2026 Key Takeaways: * The First Contact Vulnerability: Employment scams are most likely to occur during initial outreach, with 90% of reported scams involving attempts to move conversations off-platform. * The Gen Z "Scam Gap": Younger professionals face the highest exposure to scams (32%), yet nearly a third (32%) admit to ignoring red f  more
Littler Annual Employer Survey 2026
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 8 (TNSrep) -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * The Littler Annual Employer Survey 2026 Insights from more than 300 business leaders reveal how artificial intelligence, policy shifts and employment litigation risks are impacting U.S. workplaces * U.S. employers are bracing for new developments in workplace policy and regulation as technology-related risks - namely around AI and data privacy - take center stage. This comes as businesses adju  more
LLNL Experts Help Advance Inertial Fusion Energy at U.S. IFE Conference
LIVERMORE, California, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * LLNL experts help advance inertial fusion energy at U.S. IFE conference Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) joined their counterparts from national laboratories, universities, industry and government in a conference last month to discuss the progress, challenges and priorities for moving toward an inertial fusion energy (IFE) future i  more
Luther College: Justin Kroll appointed assistant professor of music
DECORAH, Iowa, May 6 -- Luther College posted the following news: * * * Justin Kroll appointed assistant professor of music * Justin Kroll has been appointed assistant professor of music at Luther College for the upcoming 2026-27 academic year, Provost Pam Bacon announced. Justin Kroll "Justin's passion for vocal instruction, extensive experience directing and performing in operas, and dedication to student success make him a welcome addition to the Luther music department," Bacon said.   more
Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter as One of the First Hotels in Outset Collection by Hilton
MCLEAN, Virginia, May 8 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter as One of the First Hotels in Outset Collection by Hilton Design forward, all suite boutique hotel feels like home, connecting guests with a front row seat to downtown San Diego experiences * The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton officially opens today in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. * Located just steps fr  more
Mass. AG Campbell Protects Critical Homeland Security Funding From Politically Motivated Cut
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Protects Critical Homeland Security Funding From Politically Motivated Cut * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced the successful resolution of a lawsuit to stop the Trump Administration from unlawfully allocating federal homeland security funding based on states' willingness to divert public safety resources to carry out the a  more
Mathew Rosengart Named Among the 500 Most Influential People in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal for Fifth Consecutive Year
MIAMI, Florida, May 7 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Mathew Rosengart Named Among the 500 Most Influential People in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal for Fifth Consecutive Year LOS ANGELES - Mathew S. Rosengart, co-chair of the Media & Entertainment Litigation Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was again named to the Los Angeles Business Journal 's "LA500" list. According to the publication, t  more
Mattel Comments on Letter From Southeastern Asset Management
EL SEGUNDO, California, May 8 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following statement on May 7, 2026: * * * Mattel Comments on Letter from Southeastern Asset Management Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) ("Mattel" or the "Company") issued the following statement regarding Southeastern Asset Management, Inc.'s ("Southeastern") letter to the Company's Board of Directors (the "Board"). Mattel maintains ongoing communication with its shareholders and values their perspectives. We apprecia  more
Meet four emerging filmmakers redefining the art form with MAMI Select: Filmed on iPhone
CUPERTINO, California, May 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Meet four emerging filmmakers redefining the art form with MAMI Select: Filmed on iPhone * Unlocking Expression in Motion with iPhone 17 Pro Max While her peers stepped away from other disciplines to pursue filmmaking, Shreela Agarwal did something stranger. She stepped away from filmmaking itself. A graduate o  more
Meet the 2026 UC San Diego Chancellor's Innovation Award Recipients
LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Meet the 2026 UC San Diego Chancellor's Innovation Award Recipients * How do we heal an aging brain? Can we help coral reefs regenerate? These are the big questions being tackled by the recipients of the University of California San Diego's 2026 Chancellor's Innovation Awards : Carter Palmer PhD '23 and Daniel Wangpraseurt. The awards recognize next-generation innovators who have tra  more
Missing Information Can Misinform
LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Missing Information Can Misinform * Key Takeaways In the online attention economy, new UC San Diego research finds that making science more clickable or shareable can help some readers learn more - but leaves many others with an incomplete understanding. To get people to pay attention to science, you have to make it engaging. But what makes content engaging often comes at the co  more
Mount Sinai Study Identifies New Strategy to Overcome Immunotherapy Resistance in Colorectal Cancer
NEW YORK, May 6 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Study Identifies New Strategy to Overcome Immunotherapy Resistance in Colorectal Cancer Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and the Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center have identified a promising new strategy to overcome resistance to immunotherapy in colorectal cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide. The findings, published  more
MSU biologist Gout contributes to study reshaping complexity of aging
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, May 7 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU biologist Gout contributes to study reshaping complexity of aging * Contact: Sarah Nicholas STARKVILLE, Miss.-Mississippi State University biologist Jean-Francois Gout's contributions to a study highlighting key advances in the complexity of aging now are published in Science Advances, a leading peer-reviewed journal of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Gout's collab  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport: Court Agrees That Trump Tariffs Are Illegal
TRENTON, New Jersey, May 8 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * AG Davenport: Court Agrees That Trump Tariffs Are Illegal Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs That Are Making Life More Unaffordable for New Jerseyans * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by New Jersey  more
NASA Pushes Next-Gen Mars Helicopter Rotor Blades Past Mach 1
PASADENA, California, May 8 (TNSres) -- NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory issued the following news: * * * NASA Pushes Next-Gen Mars Helicopter Rotor Blades Past Mach 1 The faster a Mars helicopter's rotors spin, the heavier the payloads it can transport and the farther it can fly. The rotor blades that will carry NASA's next-generation helicopters to new Martian heights broke the sound barrier during March tests at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California. Data from the tests, w  more
National Academy of Sciences Elects Two Berkeley Lab Researchers
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * The National Academy of Sciences Elects Two Berkeley Lab Researchers Kam-Biu Luk from the Physical Sciences Area and Gary Karpen from the Biosciences Area have been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Sciences. * Two Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) scientists have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in recognition of the  more
Netflix Announces Standalone Sequel to Global Hit La Palma
LOS GATOS, California, May 8 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * Netflix Announces Standalone Sequel to Global Hit La Palma Following the global success of the Norwegian Netflix hit La Palma (2024) - currently ranked as the 8th most-watched non-English TV title globally on Netflix with 70.3 million views - Netflix announced the standalone sequel during the media conference Nordic Media Days in Bergen: The new event mini-series Florida (working title). The series i  more
Netflix Sets June 5 Premiere for 'Teach You a Lesson,' an Action-Packed School Series Restoring Justice in Classrooms
LOS GATOS, California, May 8 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news on May 6, 2026: * * * Netflix Sets June 5 Premiere for 'Teach You a Lesson,' an Action-Packed School Series Restoring Justice in Classrooms Netflix has confirmed that Teach You a Lesson will premiere June 5, unveiling its teaser poster and trailer. Set in a broken school system pushed to the brink, the series follows the Teachers' Rights Protection Bureau, a fictional government agency created to protect v  more
Netflix to Bring First Looks at 'Charlie vs. The Chocolate Factory' Film, Upcoming Anime Slate Including 'The One Piece', and Jason Reitman & Gil Kenan for 'Ghostbusters' Series to Annecy Festival
LOS GATOS, California, May 8 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * Netflix to Bring First Looks at 'Charlie vs. The Chocolate Factory' Film, Upcoming Anime Slate Including 'The One Piece', and Jason Reitman & Gil Kenan for 'Ghostbusters' Series to Annecy Festival Reveals New Concept Art for Brad Bird's Ray Gunn, Still & Release Date for Ricky Gervais' Adult Comedy, Alley Cats What's New: * Exclusive sneak peeks for Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory and THE ONE P  more
New EEI Podcast Features Chairman Bruce Westerman and Rep. Scott Peters on Permitting Reform and Energy Policy
WASHINGTON, May 7 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * New EEI Podcast Features Chairman Bruce Westerman and Rep. Scott Peters on Permitting Reform and Energy Policy * WASHINGTON (May 07, 2026) -The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) today released a new episode of its Electric Perspectives podcast featuring House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and Rep. Scott Peters (D-Calif.). They joined EEI President and C  more
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Outlines Farm Bill Priorities for California
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: Sen. Schiff Outlines Farm Bill Priorities for California * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, released an outline of his priorities for the 2026 Farm Bill following the recent passage of a Farm Bill by the U.S. House of Representatives. As the first U.S. Senator from California to serve on the Senate Agriculture Commit  more
North Carolina Tourism Hits Record $37.2 Billion in 2025
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 7 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * North Carolina Tourism Hits Record $37.2 Billion in 2025 * Today Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina set a record for tourist spending in 2025, with travelers spending more than $37.2 billion on trips to and within the state, surpassing the previous record of $36.7 billion set in 2024. "North Carolina remains a great place to visit from our beautiful shore to our brea  more
Novartis Breaks Ground on Denton, Texas Radioligand Therapy Site; Construction Now Underway Across All New US Facilities
BASEL, Switzerland, May 8 -- Novartis, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Novartis breaks ground on Denton, Texas radioligand therapy site; construction now underway across all new US facilities * US Under Secretary of Commerce Jeffrey Kessler, Texas State Senator Brent Hagenbuch, Novartis leadership mark expansion of company's coast-to-coast RLT manufacturing network - the largest in the US * Expanded infrastructure brings highly personalized c  more
NSC Presents the Networks Catalyst in Safety Award
ITASCA, Illinois, May 7 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Presents the Networks Catalyst in Safety Award * BALTIMORE - The National Safety Council announced the honorees of the 2025 Networks Catalyst in Safety Award, recognizing the driving forces behind proactive approaches to innovating critical environmental, health and safety (EHS) solutions. The runner-up and winner of the award are: Runner-up Georgia-Pacific The manu  more
NVIDIA and IREN Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Deployment of up to 5 Gigawatts of AI Infrastructure
SANTA CLARA, California, May 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, issued the following news release: * * * NVIDIA and IREN Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Deployment of up to 5 Gigawatts of AI Infrastructure NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) and IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) ("IREN") today announced a strategic partnership to accelerate deployment of next-generation AI infrastructure.    more
Outstanding Graduate Student Strives to Remove Mental Health Barriers
FULLERTON, California, May 7 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * Outstanding Graduate Student Strives to Remove Mental Health Barriers * As a teenager, Class of 2026 counseling grad Grace Schroeder participated in a queer social media account with over 40,000 followers and witnessed firsthand the need for support services. "These experiences ultimately solidified my belief that becoming a therapist was not just a career choice, but a calling," S  more
Pacific Legal Foundation to continue Fifth Amendment lawsuit over Marilyn Monroe's former home
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Pacific Legal Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Pacific Legal Foundation to continue Fifth Amendment lawsuit over Marilyn Monroe's former home Los Angeles, California: The owners of Marilyn Monroe's former home will continue their fight against the City of Los Angeles, after a federal court's decision to dismiss the case on May 6. In April, Pacific Legal Foundation joined the lawsuit over the City's decision to desig  more
Pacific Seafood Urges FDA to Approve 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Sebastes Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Pacific Seafood, Clackamas, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the inclusion of "Pacific Snapper" as an acceptable alternative market name for certain rockfish species belonging to the genus Sebastes. The letter urges the FDA to revise its Seafood List labeling guidance, which currently recognizes only "rockfish" as the market name for these species, proposing that restoring the use of "Pacific Snapper" would  more
Parsons Secures $34 Million DTRA Award to Continue Nuclear Enterprise Mission Assurance Support
PASADENA, California, May 7 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release: * * * Parsons Secures $34 Million DTRA Award to Continue Nuclear Enterprise Mission Assurance Support CHANTILLY, Va. -Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) has exercised Option Year 3 on the Vulnerability Assessments task order under the agency's $170 million c  more
PennWest professor inspires student nurses to care beyond the bedside
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * PennWest professor inspires student nurses to care beyond the bedside * When Alexis Parks, DNP, reflects on what first drew her to nursing, she returns to a moment marked by both heartbreak and humanity. She was just 11 years old when her grandmother, Wanda, was diagnosed with cancer. The weeks that followed were a blur of hospital stays and, eventually, home hospice care. Wanda's battle was brief - only six weeks -  more
PennWest, LECOM create path to graduate health degrees
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * PennWest, LECOM create path to graduate health degrees * PennWest University has partnered with Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) to expand pathways for students pursuing careers in the health professions, including early admission opportunities and reduced tuition for select graduate programs. Through LECOM's Early Acceptance Programs (EAP), qualified PennWest undergraduates may secure early admis  more
PHOTO RELEASE: Harder Hosts San Joaquin County Delegation in Washington
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Joshua Harder, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTO RELEASE: Harder Hosts San Joaquin County Delegation in Washington * Annual "One Voice" trip connects local leaders with federal lawmakers to discuss Valley prioritiesPICTURES from the speaker series are available here WASHINGTON - Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) hosted dozens of local leaders, community advocates, and Valley elected officials on Capitol Hill this week for the annual San Joaquin  more
PHOTOS: Sen. Schiff Tours Catalina Island Conservancy, Highlights Continued Efforts to Preserve and Sustain California's Natural Ecosystems
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTOS: Sen. Schiff Tours Catalina Island Conservancy, Highlights Continued Efforts to Preserve and Sustain California's Natural Ecosystems * Santa Catalina, CA - This week, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) visited the Catalina Island Conservancy (CIC), an organization founded to protect and restore Santa Catalina Island. During the visit, Schiff discussed his support for the CIC's conservation p  more
Platinum Equity Announces Acquisition of Infratech
BEVERLY HILLS, California, May 8 -- Platinum Equity, an investment firm, issued the following news release: * * * Platinum Equity Announces Acquisition of Infratech LOS ANGELES - Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of Infratech, a preeminent branded player and pioneer in infrared electric heating solutions with more than 50 years of experience serving customers across residential and commercial heat applications. Financial terms were not disclosed. Platinum Equity acquired the bu  more
Platinum Equity's Credit Team Leads Financing for Soulshine Farms
BEVERLY HILLS, California, May 8 -- Platinum Equity, an investment firm, issued the following news release: * * * Platinum Equity's Credit Team Leads Financing for Soulshine Farms Platinum Equity announced today it provided financing for Soulshine Farms in connection with a recent strategic investment in the company. Soulshine is a value-add poultry processor specializing in higher-complexity products for the foodservice and retail industries. "This financing reflects our sector expertise a  more
Premier Ambulance Urges CMS to Strengthen Anti-Fraud Measures Across Medicare and Medicaid Programs
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Premier Ambulance, a healthcare provider organization, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information concerning the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare. The letter offers a range of recommendations aimed at enhancing CMS's ability to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, and the Health Insurance Ma  more
Qualcomm Unveils Two New Snapdragon Mobile Platforms, Delivering Faster, Smoother Mobile Experiences to More Users Globally
SAN DIEGO, California, May 8 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Qualcomm Unveils Two New Snapdragon Mobile Platforms, Delivering Faster, Smoother Mobile Experiences to More Users Globally Highlights: * Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 delivers advanced capabilities to more devices with new-in-series AI-powered camera features, immersive gameplay, and ultra-responsive performance with impro  more
Raskin, Van Hollen and Alsobrooks to Trump Administration: Save the World's Largest Workplace Giving Program
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Raskin, Van Hollen and Alsobrooks to Trump Administration: Save the World's Largest Workplace Giving Program * Today, Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) are rallying 40 of their colleagues to save the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the world's largest workplace giving program. The CFC, which was formally established by President Rea  more
RELEASE: Rep. Friedman Leads 34 California Members of Congress in Supporting Attorney General Bonta's Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Laura Friedman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * RELEASE: Rep. Friedman Leads 34 California Members of Congress in Supporting Attorney General Bonta's Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, May 7, 2026, U.S. Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30) announced that she led 34 California Members of Congress in expressing support for California Attorney General Rob Bonta's review of the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. D  more
REP LIEU SECURES OVER $13.7 MILLION FOR LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * REP LIEU SECURES OVER $13.7 MILLION FOR LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS * WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) announced that he secured $13,770,432 in federal funding for 14 local projects in California's 36th Congressional District. The federal funding for community projects will support efforts to improve infrastructure, protect the environment, strengthen public safety, reduc  more
Rep. Garamendi Joins Rep. Friedman, 32 CA Reps in Supporting AG Bonta's Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Garamendi Joins Rep. Friedman, 32 CA Reps in Supporting AG Bonta's Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08) joined Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30) and 32 California U.S. Representatives in expressing support for California Attorney General Rob Bonta's review of the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount S  more
Rep. Panetta Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Workforce Housing
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Panetta Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Workforce Housing * Monterey, CA - United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) authored and introduced the Workforce Housing Tax Credit (WHTC) Act. Rep. Mike Carey (OH-15) co-leads this bipartisan bill that would increase the supply of affordable housing for middle-income families who earn too much to qualify for low-income affordab  more
Rep. Panetta, Democratic Veterans, Colleagues Introduce No Funds for Iran War Act
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Panetta, Democratic Veterans, Colleagues Introduce No Funds for Iran War Act * Monterey, CA - United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) joined the Ranking Members of the House Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence Committees, and other Democratic veteran colleagues, including Representative Pat Ryan (NY-18), to introduce a bill to prohibit the use of taxpayer dollars for   more
Representative Dave Min and Senator Peter Welch Launch Oversight Investigation Into Trump Pardons Amid Corruption Concerns
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Dave Min, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Representative Dave Min and Senator Peter Welch Launch Oversight Investigation Into Trump Pardons Amid Corruption Concerns * Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Dave Min (CA-47), a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus' Anti-Corruption Task Force, alongside Senator Peter Welch (D-VT), member of the Senate Judiciary Commit  more
Representative Tran Joins Fellow Veterans in Congress to Block Taxpayer Dollars for Iran War
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Representative Tran Joins Fellow Veterans in Congress to Block Taxpayer Dollars for Iran War * Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) joined Representative Pat Ryan (NY-18) and 14 fellow Veterans to introduce legislation prohibiting the use of additional taxpayer dollars to fund the Iran War. On February 28, 2026, President Trump bypassed Congress to strike Iran, launching a war th  more
Reps. Chu, Tokuda, Strickland, Matsui, and Sen. Hirono Introduce AANHPI Mental Health Day Resolution
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Chu, Tokuda, Strickland, Matsui, and Sen. Hirono Introduce AANHPI Mental Health Day Resolution * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-07), and Senator Mazie K. Hirono (HI), introduced a resolution recognizing May 10 th as National A  more
Salesh Sharma to Join USU as New Chief Audit Executive
LOGAN, Utah, May 7 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Salesh Sharma to Join USU as New Chief Audit Executive * LOGAN, Utah - Utah State University has hired Salesh Sharma to serve as the university's chief audit executive. In this role, Sharma will serve as the senior-most executive responsible for leading the university's internal audit function. The chief audit executive reports to the chair of the Board of Trustees Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee and administ  more
Seafood Products Association Urges FDA to Accept 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Rockfish Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Seafood Products Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the acceptance of geographic designations, such as "Pacific Snapper," as market names for certain rockfish species. SPA represents industry stakeholders focused on seafood safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and their comments respond to the FDA's Request for Information on potential market name changes for some rockfish species. SPA highlig  more
Secretary Mullin Highlights Multiple Murderers, Gang Members, Weapons Traffickers, and Other Dangerous Criminal Illegal Aliens Arrested by ICE Yesterday
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * Secretary Mullin Highlights Multiple Murderers, Gang Members, Weapons Traffickers, and Other Dangerous Criminal Illegal Aliens Arrested by ICE Yesterday * Nearly 70% of ICE arrests are of illegal aliens charged or convicted of a crime in the U.S. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more criminal illegal aliens convicted for horrific crimes including murder, aggravated a  more
SEMI 3D & Systems Summit to Advance Heterogeneous Systems Integration With Focus on AI, Hybrid Bonding, and Europe's Chiplet Ecosystem
MILPITAS, California, May 7 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * SEMI 3D & Systems Summit to Advance Heterogeneous Systems Integration with Focus on AI, Hybrid Bonding, and Europe's Chiplet Ecosystem DRESDEN, Germany -- Global experts in advanced semiconductor packaging and 3D integration will convene at the annual SEMI 3D & Systems Summit, June 17-19, 2026, in Dresden, Germany. The  more
Senior Citizens Legal Services Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Housing Eligibility Verification Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Senior Citizens Legal Services, Santa Cruz, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the proposed rule titled Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status. The organization expressed strong concerns about the impact this proposal would have on thousands of families currently receiving prorated housing assistance. The letter outlines that the proposed regulation would elim  more
Shapiro Administration Announces 2027 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Finalists
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news on May 6, 2026: * * * Shapiro Administration Announces 2027 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Finalists The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) today announced the 12 educators who are in the running to be named Pennsylvania's 2027 Teacher of the Year. "The true impact of a great teacher is in the confidence they build, the curiosity they spark, and the resilience they help students re  more
Stanford University: Blood test reveals 'neighborhoods' of cells in tumors, predicts immunotherapy responses
STANFORD, California, May 6 -- Stanford University School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A blood test reveals 'neighborhoods' of cells in tumors, predicts immunotherapy responses A simple blood test can reveal the geographic relationships among healthy cells surrounding a cancerous tumor, researchers at Stanford Medicine and the Mayo Clinic have found. The test is the first noninvasive way to study what's called the tumor microenvironment, which plays a critical role in determin  more
Stanford University: Researchers Combine Metals to Build a Better Nanocrystal
STANFORD, California, May 7 (TNSjou) -- Stanford University issued the following news: * * * Researchers combine metals to build a better nanocrystal A counterintuitive finding could lead to more powerful catalysts for clean hydrogen energy. In brief * Nanocrystals can be found in many consumer and medical technologies and are also useful as catalysts to improve chemical reactions. * In an attempt to create a more affordable nanocrystal catalyst, researchers combined five metals in one nan  more
Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recalls Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Because of Possible Health Risk
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recalls Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Because of Possible Health Risk Summary Company Announcement Date: May 07, 2026 FDA Publish Date: May 07, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella Contamination Company Name: Stoltzfus Family Dairy LLC Brand Name: Stoltzfus F  more
Stripe Submits Detailed Comments to OCC on Proposed Stablecoin Issuance Rule
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Stripe LLC, South San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding a proposed rule on Implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act for the issuance of stablecoins. The letter offers Stripe's perspectives as a provider of digital asset infrastructure and services, including its recent acquisitions of Bridge and Privy, which enhance its stablecoin and programmable f  more
Study Projects Plant Extinction Rates Through 2100
DAVIS, California, May 7 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * Study Projects Plant Extinction Rates Through 2100 * No matter how fast a species under threat can move, escape can only be successful if the new destination can meet its needs. An ecological modeling study from the University of California, Davis, found that 7% to 16% of global plant species studied are expected to lose more than 90% of their range, facing high risk of extinction by 2100 under   more
TAMIU Names Banda, Zambrano to Vice President Roles
LAREDO, Texas, May 8 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: * * * TAMIU Names Banda, Zambrano to Vice President Roles Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) announces the selection of two senior leaders who will advance the University's strategic vision, growth, and long-term sustainability, naming Dr. Lee Banda as Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer and Javier "Jay" Zambr  more
TGen, City of Hope Study Surveys Dysfunctional Gene Splicing in Metastatic Kidney Disease
DUARTE, California, May 6 (TNSjou) -- City of Hope issued the following news release with Translational Genomics Research Institute: * * * TGen, City of Hope study surveys dysfunctional gene splicing in metastatic kidney disease Aberrant splicing helps predict therapeutic responses in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma * LOS ANGELES and PHOENIX -- Researchers at City of Hope(R) and TGen (part of City of Hope) have identified a significant correlation between a tumor's "splicing b  more
Three to receive President's Distinguished Service Award; one to receive University Council Medal at 154th Commencement celebration
BUFFALO, New York, May 12 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release: * * * Three to receive President's Distinguished Service Award; one to receive University Council Medal at 154th Commencement celebration * Buffalo State University will bestow the President's Distinguished Service Award on three notable individuals during the university's 154th Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The President's Distinguished Service Award recogniz  more
Travelers Insurance Faces Second Consecutive Shareholder Vote on Long-Term Viability of Its Homeowners Business Line
OAKLAND, California, May 7 -- As You Sow Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Travelers Insurance Faces Second Consecutive Shareholder Vote on Long-Term Viability of Its Homeowners Business Line Investors seek scenario analysis of climate-related catastrophes on its pricing and coverage decisions EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA - For the second consecutive year, shareholders of The Travelers Companies Inc. will vote on a resolution, filed by As You Sow and Trillium Asset Management, a  more
Twins chart separate academic paths at PennWest Clarion
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * Twins chart separate academic paths at PennWest Clarion * Fraternal twin sisters Kayla and Sara Aaron have shared nearly every chapter of life, but at PennWest Clarion, their academic paths began to diverge - each pursuing a degree aligned with her own goals. The sisters graduated May 9, Sara with a bachelor's degree in biology on the pre-veterinary track and Kayla with a bachelor's degree in nursing. They say the  more
Two UB alumni win 2026 Pulitzers
BUFFALO, New York, May 7 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Two UB alumni win 2026 Pulitzers * Seated, from left: Visual journalist Bronte Wittpenn and reporters Susie Neilson, Sara DiNatale and Megan Munce react to winning the Pulitzer Prize in explanatory reporting for their series "Burned," an investigation into how major home insurance companies leave California homeowners unable to rebuild after catastrophic wildfires, ev  more
UC-Irvine: Study Finds Increase in 'Political Breakups'
IRVINE, California, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release: * * * New study finds increase in 'political breakups' UC Irvine psychologists report a third of Americans have lost relationships over political differences * America has always been divided over politics, but now it's personal. A new study from UC Irvine psychologists reveals a fracturing nation as political divides shatter friendships, tear apart families and fuel a deepen  more
UCLA Health: Scientists Finally See Inside the 'Black Box' of Depression Treatment
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * Scientists finally see inside the 'black box' of depression treatment Study reveals how transcranial magnetic stimulation repairs the structure, function of specific brain circuits disrupted by stress in mice * Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved therapy that uses brief magnetic pulses to treat depression, particularly in patients who do not respond to medi  more
UCLA Health: Study Identifies Gene Linked to Heart Artery Plaques More Often Seen in Women
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * Study identifies gene linked to heart artery plaques more often seen in women Findings may help explain sex differences in heart disease and support development of more personalized treatments * Researchers at UCLA Health have identified a key gene that may help explain why women are more likely than men to develop a certain type of artery plaque linked to heart disease. In a study published  more
UCLA Law experts shed light on the abortion pill case that is making news
LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of California at Los Angeles School of Law posted the following news: * * * UCLA Law experts shed light on the abortion pill case that is making news * The latest major development in abortion law has brought global headlines - and swift action by members of UCLA School of Law's Center on Reproductive Health, Law, and Policy (CRHLP). On May 1, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a decision in Louisiana v. FDA that effectivel  more
UCLA Researchers Help Lead National Effort to Improve Care for Patients With Glioblastoma
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- The UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * UCLA researchers help lead national effort to improve care for patients with glioblastoma New Department of Defense-funded collaboration aims to improve treatment monitoring and accelerate more personalized therapies * Investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center are part of a new multi-institution research effort aimed at improving care and   more
UCSF Receives Major Gift to Advance Research and Modernization
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 8 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * UCSF Receives Major Gift to Advance Research and Modernization Kathy Chiao and Ken Hao commit $100 million for major capital projects, cancer research, and innovation at UCSF -- building on a recent $75 million gift to UC Davis for veterinary medicine. * UC San Francisco has received a $100 million commitment from longtime supporters Kathy Chiao and Kenneth (Ken) Ha  more
University of San Diego: Nadieh Moghadam, PhD Awarded NSF ERI Grant
SAN DIEGO, California, May 8 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release: * * * Nadieh Moghadam, PhD, Awarded NSF ERI Grant By Michelle Sztupkay The Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering has long been a stronghold for developing Changemaking Engineers -- individuals who blend technical prowess with a deep commitment to social and ethical impact. This mission has been furthered as Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Nadieh Moghadam, PhD, was awarded a highly compe  more
USC Rossier scholars reflect on AERA 2026
LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education posted the following news: * * * USC Rossier scholars reflect on AERA 2026 * This year's American Educational Research Association conference was certainly one for the books. The event, which took place in Los Angeles this past April, brought together education scholars from around the nation to exchange ideas and present their research findings. From new strategies to improve math instruction  more
USC Schaeffer Center for Health Policy: Renewed Civic Engagement Vital to Strengthening Democracy, Former UK Prime Minister Brown Says
LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- The University of Southern California Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics issued the following news: * * * Renewed Civic Engagement Vital to Strengthening Democracy, Former UK Prime Minister Brown Says Breakdown in civic life, long overlooked, is giving rise to extremist politics worldwide By Jason Millman People around the world are losing trust in democratic governments as economic prospects decline, social fabric unravels and civic participa  more
Utah Secures Settlement Targeting Practices That Drove Meat Prices Up
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 8 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news on May 7, 2026: * * * Utah secures settlement targeting practices that drove meat prices up Utah joined a bipartisan coalition of states working with the US Department of Justice in resolving the civil antitrust lawsuit against Agri Stats, Inc. for helping meat processors share confidential business information in ways that undermined fair competition. The settlement, reached just before trial was set   more
Vanderbilt University honors Class of 2026 Founder's Medalists
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 7 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * Vanderbilt University honors Class of 2026 Founder's Medalists * Vanderbilt University recognized the 2026 Founder's Medalists for their remarkable scholarly dedication and outstanding achievements during the Graduates Day event on May 7 as part of the Commencement celebration. Since 1877, the university has awarded a medal to the student graduating with top honors from each of the university's sc  more
West Coast Seafood Processors Association Urges FDA to Accept 'Pacific Snapper' as Market Name for Sebastes Species
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The West Coast Seafood Processors Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the inclusion of "Pacific Snapper" as an acceptable alternative market name for Sebastes species, commonly known as rockfish. WCSPA, representing seafood processors from California, Oregon, and Washington, argues that this change would enhance the competitiveness of domestically harvested West Coast rockfish in interstate commerce. Curr  more
WNBA and Skechers Announce Multiyear Partnership
NEW YORK, May 7 -- The National Basketball Association posted the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * WNBA and Skechers announce multiyear partnership The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and Skechers today announced a multiyear deal that will position the global footwear leader as an Official Partner with the league. Skechers continues its ongoing global support for women's sports, and will be a fixture throughout the league as the WNBA celebrates its milestone 30th se  more
World Vision International: Rights Without Borders - Children and Youth Set the Agenda for Climate Migration
MONROVIA, California, May 8 -- World Vision International issued the following news release: * * * Rights Without Borders: Children and Youth Set the Agenda for Climate Migration Bangkok -- During the 2026 IMRF (International Migration Review Forum) side event, "Bridging Regions, Building Futures: Asia-Arab Youth-Led Solutions on Climate Mobility," children and young people from Asia and the Arab regions issued a powerful call to action, asserting that their voices are essential in addressing  more
World Vision International: South Sudan Hunger Crisis Worsens: 7.8 Million Face Severe Food Insecurity, 2.2 Million Children Malnourished
MONROVIA, California, May 8 -- World Vision International issued the following news release: * * * South Sudan hunger crisis worsens: 7.8 million face severe food insecurity, 2.2 million children malnourished Juba, South Sudan -- Following the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report projecting that 7.8 million people in South Sudan will face crisis or worse levels of food insecurity between April and July 2026, World Vision South Sudan joins humanitarian actors acros  more
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