CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 7 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * #4S Winston-Salem State upsets #1N Bowie State 7-1 in CIAA Opening Round Orangeburg Recreational Park | Orangeburg, S.C. - Winston-Salem State delivered one of the most significant results of the opening day of the CIAA Softball Championship Tournament, upsetting top-seeded Bowie State 7-1 on Thursday night at Orangeburg Recreational Park.  The Rams struck  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * 2026 Chocolate Scorecard Shows Improved Transparency, Major Gaps in Deforestation-Free Commitments * WASHINGTON, D.C. -More chocolate producers than ever are improving transparency, in turn creating a more visible disparity for those lagging behind in labor and environmental standards, according to the recently released 2026 Chocolate Scorecard. The scorecard, an i  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * 2026 Security LeadHER Program to Advance, Connect and Empower Women in Security * ASIS International and the Security Industry Association bring the landmark gathering to Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 15-16 ALEXANDRIA, Va./SILVER SPRING, Md.- ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA)-the leading membership associations for the security  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following statement on May 8, 2026, in response to the Va. Supreme Court decision in the redistricting case: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Statement Regarding Supreme Court of Virginia Decision in Redistricting Case "Today the Supreme Court of Virginia has chosen to put politics over the rule of law by issuing a ruling that overturns the April 21st special election on redistricting. This decision silences the voic  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * AFA at WildWestCon: Propelling Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Cadets * Arnold Air Society (AAS) and Silver Wings (SW) held a successful national gathering in April 2026 in Dallas, Texas, bringing together cadets and students from across the country for leadership development, professional education, and engagement with senior leaders. The event, WildWe  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP Shines Light on Vermont's Growing Burden on Small Businesses During National Small Business Week * Montpelier, Vermont - During National Small Business Week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is raising concerns about the increasingly difficult environment facing small businesses across Vermont, as lawmakers in Montpelier continue advancing policies that threaten affordab  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MI Criticizes Whitmer for Focusing on Public Appearances Over Economic Relief * LANSING, MI - Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) today responded to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's appearance at Michigan State University's commencement ceremony, raising concerns that the governor continues to prioritize public appearances while Michigan families face rising costs an  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NV Calls on Nevada Senators to Advance Permitting Reform as Kamala Harris Campaigns in Las Vegas * Las Vegas, NV - Yesterday, former Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Aaron Ford were in Las Vegas for a campaign event where they claimed they would "discuss the challenges Nevadans face." In the end, it amounted to little more than politi  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-TN Applauds Gov. Lee on Expanding Educational Freedom Scholarships * NASHVILLE, TN - Americans for Prosperity Tennessee (AFP-TN) applauded Governor Lee for signing the landmark legislation that expands the Education Freedom Scholarships, delivering a promising future to all children across the Volunteer State. According to the TN Department of Education, 35,000 schol  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following statement on May 8, 2026: * * * AFPI Responds to Court's VA Redistricting Decision The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released the following statement from Leigh Ann O'Neill, Chief Legal Affairs Officer at AFPI, following the Supreme Court of Virginia's decision to reject the redistricting referendum: "Virginia's ballot initiative misled the public with intentionally confusing language and undermined the demo  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release: * * * AFT's Weingarten on the Virginia Supreme Court's decision overturning redistricting referendum results AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement in response to the Virginia Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Commonwealth's April 21 special election on redistricting. "The Virginia Supreme Court's decision puts politics over the will of the peopl  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 8 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell 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 the ta  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Alabama Governor Ivey Awards Grants for Energy-Efficient Upgrades By Liepa Braciulyte, NASEO Governor Kay Ivey has awarded 11 grants totaling just over $500,000 to assist local governments and nonprofit organizations looking to improve energy efficiency and lower utility bills. These grants will fund projects to upgrade lighting, HVAC and control equipment at schools, community   more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 9 -- Americans for Limited Government issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * ALG Praises Virginia Supreme Court For Striking Down Unconstitutional Redistricting Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement praising the Virginia Supreme Court's decision to strike down the redistricting referendum: "The Virginia Supreme Court has done the right thing by reverting Virginia's Congressional District   more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Alicia Marrs to Serve as NWF's Associate Vice President of Western Water * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Collaborative conservation leader and water expert Alicia Marrs will serve as the National Wildlife Federation's associate vice president of Western water. In this role, Marrs will lead NWF's efforts to ensure clean, reliable water resources and advance watershed conservatio  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * Americans for Prosperity Commends Governor Hochul for Expanding Educational Freedom Through Federal Tax Credit Program * Albany, New York - Americans for Prosperity (AFP) commends Governor Kathy Hochul for announcing her intention to opt New York into the federal tax-credit scholarship program created under the Working Families Tax Cuts law, marking a major step toward exp  more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 8 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Annual Expree Research Day celebrates student ideas and faculty excellence * Applied learning, classroom scholarship, and faculty achievement anchored the annual School of Business event FRANKFORT, Ky. -More than 60 Kentucky State University students brought their ideas before faculty, peers, and judges April 30, using original research to examine applied questions across academic disciplines and care  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 5 -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology posted the following news release: * * * ASCO Updates Policy Statement on 340B Drug Pricing Program New Recommendations Expand Practice Eligibility, Address Potential Abuses, Ensure Intended Patients Benefit New Recommendations Expand Practice Eligibility, Address Potential Abuses, Ensure Intended Patients Benefit * The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) today published an updated policy statement on the 340B  more

SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta: Trump Administration's Second Tariff Regime Struck Down as Unlawful * Court of International Trade rules in favor of state coalition, invalidating tariffs that are increasing prices and inflicting chaos on the American economy OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced that a federal court issued a final order invalidating President Tru  more

CARSON CITY, Nevada, May 7 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs - Again. Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced he has 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 th  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 8 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL: COURT RULES AGAINST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS Court of International Trade Invalidates Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy  * In a case brought by Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of 24 state attorneys general, a court entered an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose i  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 8 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs * Press Releases Court of International Trade Invalidates Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy Following Lawsuit Filed by 24 States (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong yesterday secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts   more

WACO, Texas, May 9 -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * Baylor Students Selected for Fulbright Awards, Rotary Global Grants Prestigious international scholarship programs provide opportunities for students and recent alumni to study, conduct research and teach English abroad By Shelby Cefaratti-Bertin, Media & Public Relations Baylor University students and recent graduates continue to be awarded the most prestigious - and highly competitive - scholarships and fellowships a  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Bill Would Protect 105,623 Acres of Caja del Rio Habitat, Culturally Significant Landscape * SANTA FE, N.M. -The Caja del Rio Protection Act, sponsored by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.), would designate the Caja del Rio as a Bureau of Land Management National Conservation Area and U.S. Forest Service Speci  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Bonamici, Merkley, Mannion, Underwood, Alsobrooks Launch Effort to Overturn Student Loan Rule Today Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Rep. John Mannion (D-NY), Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL), and Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) announced they will introduce a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to   more

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 4 -- Booz Allen Hamilton, an information technology information company, issued the following news release: * * * Booz Allen to Develop Prototype System for Space Force's Space-Based Interceptor Program in Support of Golden Dome Advanced technology company Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced it was awarded an Other Transaction Authority agreement by the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command as part of Golden Dome for America's Space-Based Interceptor (SBI)  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 8 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Bowie State earns 7-5 victory over Virginia Union to advance to CIAA Semifinals 2026 CIAA Softball Championship Tournament  * Bowie State pieced together a pair of key middle innings to rally past Virginia Union, earning a 7-5 victory in CIAA Softball Championship Tournament action. After two scoreless frames, Virginia Union struck first in the third inn  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP Announces 37 Additional Partnerships for New and Expanded Services U.S. Customs and Border Protection made tentative selections for new Reimbursable Services Agreements that will promote cross-border trade and essential travel to the United States in late October. "The CBP Reimbursable Services Program is a crucial program that ensures trade and travel cont  more

SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Marywood University posted the following news: * * * Celebrate Marywood 2026 Raises Significant Support for Student Success and Campus Transformation * Marywood University's annual signature fundraising event, Celebrate Marywood, was a resounding success on May 7, 2026, bringing together alumni, friends, and community leaders for an unforgettable evening in support of the University's future. Held outdoors at the Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Gar  more

NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, May 9 -- Christopher Newport University issued the following news: * * * Math Professor Heads to Austria as Fulbright Scholar Dr. Jessica Stewart Kelly will take her love of math, research abroad By Kelli Caplan Mathematics Professor Dr. Jessica Stewart Kelly has been named a Fulbright Scholar, a prestigious international honor that will open the door for her to do research and teach at a university in Graz, Austria, for a semester next year. "I am honored and humbl  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 8 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Claflin Claims Inaugural CIAA Baseball Series Championship Ettrick, Virginia - After three exciting days of action, Claflin University captured the 2026 CIAA Baseball Series Championship with a dominant 24-0 victory over Virginia State University in the title game. The Panthers completed an impressive series run that included a 5-4 opening-round win over Vi  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: * * * Coast Guard sets up summer training sprints to meet increasing demand for Reservists * The Coast Guard needs roughly 600 newly qualified Reservists over the next year to meet surging operational demands, including major national security events like the upcoming FIFA World Cup and America 250, and stepped-up campaigns to secure our maritime borders. As a result, LANTAREA is launching   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Colorado Energy Office Announces $12.4 Million for Geothermal Energy Projects By Jasmine Xie, NASEO In April 2026, the Colorado Energy Office announced $12.4 million in grant funding for geothermal energy projects through the state's Geothermal Energy Grant Program (GEGP) and Geothermal Energy Tax Credit Offering (GETCO). Seven total awardees were announced, with recipients spann  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Rises By 9,000 In April As Nonresidential Hiring Offsets Residential Declines And Average Hourly Pay Rises To $38.73 Industry Employment Continues to Outpace Overall Job Growth Amid Strong Demand for Data Centers and Other Nonresidential Projects as Firms Continue to Boost Wages to Attract Workers Construction employment rose by 9,0  more

YONKERS, New York, May 9 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Reports statement on Connecticut package bill aimed at strengthening consumer privacy and surveillance pricing protections Connecticut legislators passed a bill that prohibits the sale of precise geolocation data, allows for removal of personal information from data brokers, and limits personalized pricing * Hartford, CT - Consumer Reports applauded the passage of Senate Bill 4, a package of legis  more

HERNDON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Court of International Trade Strikes Down Section 122 Tariffs But Ruling has Limited Applicability * On May 7, 2026, a three-judge panel of the United States Court of International Trade (CIT) struck down President Trump's recent tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. These tariffs were implemented following the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Intern  more

LANSING, Michigan, May 8 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Court Rules Trump Administration's Tariffs Are Illegal The U.S. Court of International Trade issued an order (PDF) invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. The court granted summary judgment in a lawsuit Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined with a coalition of 24 states to strike down those  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DCCC Chair Statement on Virginia's Supreme Court Overruling the Will of the Voters * Following the Virginia Supreme Court's ruling to overturn the will of the voters in the Commonwealth, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene released the following statement: "Last month, millions of Virginians cast their ballots and stood up against the Republican power grab. Today, four unelected judges decide  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Jen Kiggans Won't Be Able to Outrun Her Record * Reminder: Virginia Congresswoman Jen Kiggans is highly vulnerable because of her record of spiking costs, ripping away health care, and betraying the veterans and servicemembers she swore she would protect. DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin : "Jen Kiggans is incredibly vulnerable, and she has her own record to blame. Kiggans lied when   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * DPVA Chairman Senator Lamont Bagby's Statement on the Virginia Supreme Court's Redistricting Decision On April 21st, Virginians went to the polls to fight against the redistricting war that Donald Trump initiated. In the time since Virginians voted for new maps to fight to save Democracy, The U.S. Supreme Court has torn apart Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, allowing states like Tennessee, A  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * East Georgia AFA Honors JROTC, CAP Cadets at Awards Ceremonies * AFA's East Georgia Chapter continued an annual tradition of honoring outstanding Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) and Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadets. This year, AFA presented its Cadet of the Year award to deserving cadets from a Navy JROTC unit and the Civil Air Patrol, celebr  more

NEW YORK, May 8 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Governor Spanberger Signs Bills to Build Climate Resilience in the Commonwealth EDF Statement of Emily Steinhilber, Director, Virginia * (WIDEWATER STATE PARK, VIRGINIA) - Yesterday legislators and partners joined Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger who ceremonially signed a series of environmental bills into law, aiming to build climate resilience and reduce environmental and weather-  more

NEW YORK, May 8 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * Proposed budget deal in New York could prolong state's reliance on expensive and polluting fossil fuels Statement from Kate Courtin, Senior Manager, State Climate Policy & Strategy at Environmental Defense Fund * ALBANY, N.Y. -- The Governor and New York State Legislature appear to have reached a tentative agreement on the state's 2026 budget. "Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature appe  more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, May 8 -- East Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy honors 17th graduating class * Members of the Class of 2026 at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy received their doctoral hoods on Friday, officially becoming part of the college's 17th graduating class. The Hooding and Commencement ceremony was held at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, where 36 student pharmacists crossed t  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center issued the following news: * * * New F-22A Raptor hangar marks construction milestone at JBLE TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. - A push to modernize infrastructure for the F-22 Raptor reached a milestone last month with the formal handover of a new 76,445-square-foot hangar at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is overseeing several major military cons  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 5 -- Forvis, an accounting and advisory firm, issued the following news release: * * * Forvis Mazars announces 50 new partners and managing directors Forvis Mazars, LLP, one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the United States, is pleased to announce the election of 26 new partners and the promotion of 24 new managing directors, effective June 1, 2026. These leaders bring substantial industry knowledge and a clear focus on delivering an Un  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 7 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * From firefighting to finance, this Costello senior is all about doing good in the community * Senior Khaled Alkurd is ending his undergraduate career on a high note. In the past few months, the Costello College of Business student won the future founders track at the 2026 Patriot Pitch for his company DealFax, an operational readiness assessment platform that helps business owners prepare for sale through   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- Politico issued the following news release: * * * Full Transcript: Former Secretary of Defense and CIA Director Leon Panetta on "The Conversation with Dasha Burns" This is a full unedited transcript of POLITICO's interview with Leon Panetta on "The Conversation with Dasha Burns": Leon Panetta: I do not see a deal that the United States can agree to right now, and that means we have a prolonged war on our hands. Dasha Burns: Hello, hello, and welcome to The Conv  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 8 -- The University of Virginia School of Law posted the following news: * * * Future JAG Corps Officer Kelsey Frizell '26 Ready for Her Next Adventure * Stationed at a Slovakian air base where she was on a support mission, U.S. Army officer Kelsey Frizell '26 noticed all the lights go on at the base and a bustle of activity early one morning in February 2022. Soon, a counterpart in the Slovakian army told her, "It happened." "It" was the Russian invasion of   more

DOVER, Delaware, May 9 -- Gov. Matt Meyer, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Governor Meyer Swears In New CIO for Delaware Following a confirmation vote from the Delaware State Senate on Thursday, Governor Matt Meyer swore in Robert (Bob) Osmond to serve as Delaware's next Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Department of Technology & Information (DTI), leading the state's technology strategy, cybersecurity, and digital services. "Technology plays a vital  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Statement on Supreme Court of Virginia Ruling to Overturn Results of Redistricting Referendum * RICHMOND, VA -Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement after the Supreme Court of Virginia ruled to overturn the results of Virginia's redistricting referendum. "More than three million Virginians cast their ballots in Virginia's redistricting r  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $1,211,582 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech * The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants that total $1,211,582. The breakdown for the grants includes: * $818,500 for Cardiovascular Diseases Research  * $393,082 for Biomedical Research and Research Training In response to these grant notices, U.S.   more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 9 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Groups reach settlement with Dominion Energy that lowers rate increase Agreement includes millions of dollars for shareholder commitments and low-income programs * CHARLESTON, S.C. -- This week, multiple groups reached comprehensive settlement agreements with Dominion Energy South Carolina regarding its request for a rate increase at the South Carolina Public Ser  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Political] -- Heritage Action for America posted the following news release: * * * Heritage Action Applauds Virginia Supreme Court Striking Down Unconstitutional Gerrymandering Referendum * Washington, D.C. -Heritage Action today praised the Virginia Supreme Court's decision striking down the state Democrats' unconstitutional redistricting scheme, ruling that the process violated election law, rendering the measure legally void. The Court found that the General  more

RADFORD, Virginia, May 8 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlander Highlights: Week of May 4, 2026 * Highlander Highlights shares with readers some of the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. Nursing students showcase research on reducing staff turnover The College of Nursing held its Student Research Poster Fair on April 22 in Kyle Hall, where 65 student  more

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * How $1 Billion Could Help Virginians Instead of Funding Trump's Ballroom * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following the news that Senate Republicans will try to use $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to pay for Donald Trump's ballroom project, the offices of U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) released the following report outlining how that funding could be used to help Virginians instead. "It's a  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP-GA, Rep. Rich McCormick Rally Support for Bipartisan Energy Permitting Reform * DAWSONVILLE, GA - On Tuesday, Americans for Prosperity-Georgia (AFP-GA) hosted an event with Rep. Rich McCormick (GA-07) in Dawsonville to urge Georgia's U.S. senators to support the PERMIT and SPEED Acts, two pieces of legislation aimed at unleashing American energy production, stre  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 8 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following statement by Superintendent Michelle C. Reid: * * * Important FCPS Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Update Dear FCPS Families, As we continue through the final stages of our budget planning, I want to share where we currently are in the process. I also want to share what the next steps will be before the School Board's final vote on the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Budget later this month. Despite last year's budget cha  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 6 -- Inova, a healthcare provider, issued the following news release: * * * Inova hospitals Earn 'A' Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group Spring 2026 Safety Grade is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety * Inova is proud to announce that Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Loudoun Hospital have all earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade for the spring term from The Leapfrog Group, an independe  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * John McGuire Is More Vulnerable Than Ever * Reminder: Virginia Congressman John McGuire is highly vulnerable in November because of his record of spiking costs and ripping away health care. DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin : "Congressman John McGuire arrived in Washington and immediately got to work screwing over Virginians by voting for higher health care costs and deep cuts to car  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Statement on VA Supreme Court Ruling on Redistricting Referendum Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement regarding the Virginia Supreme Court's ruling to overturn a free and fair constitutional amendment referendum to redraw congressional districts in Virginia: "Unlike Republican-led states that have redrawn their maps through backroom deals, the Virginia General Asse  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 9 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release: * * * Kalitta Air Pilots Receive $2 Million Grant for Contract Negotiations WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Following a unanimous vote by the Executive Board of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), the Kalitta Air pilot group has received a $2 million grant from the union's Major Contingency Fund (MCF). The funds will support approximately 950 Kalitta Air pilots as they enter the final an  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 7 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Late Seventh-Inning Surge Lifts Virginia Union Past Fayetteville State in CIAA Softball Opener ORANGEBURG, SC -Virginia Union used a dramatic two-run homer in the top of the seventh inning to edge Fayetteville State, 4-3, in the opening round of the CIAA Softball Championship on Thursday night at Orangeburg Recreation Complex. The Panthers improved to 18-23   more

WASHINGTON, May 8 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following statement: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT OF VIRGINIA DECISION "Over three million Virginia citizens cast their votes in a free and fair election, yet the State Supreme Court has chosen to invalidate their voice, disenfranchise them and violate their due process rights. The decision to overturn an entire election is an unprecedented and undemocratic action that cannot stand.  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following statement: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT OF VIRGINIA DECISION "Over three million Virginia citizens cast their votes in a free and fair election, yet the State Supreme Court has chosen to invalidate their voice, disenfranchise them and violate their due process rights. The decision to overturn an entire election is an unprecedented and undemocratic action that cannot stand.  MAGA Republicans have   more

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Legal Education Leadership 2026: Dean Conway's Monthly AALS Presidential Update for April * AALS president Danielle M. Conway spent April presenting her scholarship, leading her first AALS Executive Committee meeting as president, and serving as the keynote speaker at a Penn State College of Medicine and Health System event. Conway participated in the Transitional Justice   more

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 8 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Goldwater Institute posted the following news: * * * Liberty In Action: Rejecting Racism * No child should be denied medical care or the love of a caring family simply because of their skin color, but that kind of injustice is common under the Indian Child Welfare Act, or ICWA-a federal law that actually provides Indian children with less protection than kids of other races. Now, the Goldwater Institute is urging the Supreme Court to take   more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 8 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Lincoln (PA) edges Bluefield State 2-1 in sixth inning Orangeburg Recreation Park | Orangeburg, S.C. -ORANGEBURG, S.C. -Lincoln (PA) broke through with two runs in the sixth inning and made it stand, edging Bluefield State 2-1 on Friday afternoon at the CIAA Softball Championship Tournament.  The game unfolded as a pitchers' duel through five scoreless in  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 9 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Secures Court Ruling Against Trump Administration's Unlawful Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of States' Challenge to Tariffs That Are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Anthony G. Brown secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose unlawful tariffs   more

WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * NAACP Condemns Virginia Supreme Court Ruling That Ignores Will of Voters RICHMOND, Va. -The NAACP condemns the Virginia Supreme Court's decision to disregard the will of the Commonwealth's residents who voted yes on the temporary redistricting referendum. The ruling overturns a democratic victory achieved just weeks ago, when Virginians narrowly approved the measure to create fairer congressional map  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Import Cargo Volume Expected to Remain Below 2025 Levels Despite May-June Bump Import volume at major U.S. container ports is expected to remain below last year's levels into early fall despite a skewed year-over-year bump in May and June, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. "The numbers show a year-over-y  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Taxpayers Union issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Taxpayers Applaud Ruling Stating Section 122 Tariffs Are 'Unauthorized by Law' National Taxpayers Union Free Trade Initiative Director Bryan Riley on Friday responded to the May 7 ruling by the United States Court of International Trade that tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration based on Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 were unauthorized by law. "This is a significan  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The National Capital Planning Commission issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * NCPC Provides Comments on the Eisenhower Executive Office Building Exterior Beautification Project Approves Pentagon Commercial Vehicle Inspection Facility Plans * At its Thursday, May 7 meeting the National Capital Planning Commission provided comments on concept plans for the Eisenhower Executive Office Building Exterior Beautification Project to the project applicant. The  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Pennsylvania Awards $277M in Industrial Emission Reduction Grants By Jasmine Xie, NASEO Over the course of April 2026, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has awarded $277 million to 44 manufacturers across the state through the Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania (RISE PA) grant program, funding projects that reduce emissions and enhanc  more

EARLYVILLE, Virginia, May 9 -- Progress Virginia, an advocacy organization that combines online organizing and communications with earned media strategies, issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Virginia Supreme Court Overturns Voters' Decision on Redistricting; Advocates Condemn Ruling Richmond--Today, the Virginia Supreme Court struck down the results of April's statewide referendum on redistricting, ruling that the process used to advance the constitutional amendment was p  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Scott Questions Chair Walberg if He Intends to Hold a Hearing on Young Republicans Antisemitic Activity Today, Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, flagged for Chairman Tim Walberg recent reports of antisemitic activity connected to college-affiliated R  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on May 8, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Scott Statement on April Jobs Report Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy gained 115,000 jobs in April, and the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3 per  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Subramanyam Introduces Bill to Protect Homes and Property Near Data Centers U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) has introduced the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act to create a security strategy to protect communities near data centers. "Data centers have become targets in the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Some of my constituents live within 100 feet of data centers an  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Subramanyam Statement on Virginia Supreme Court Ruling U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) released the following statement after the Supreme Court of Virginia's ruling on the redistricting referendum: "Millions of Virginians and two General Assemblies made their voice heard and voted for redistricting in Virginia to even the playing field this November. But a partisan Virginia Su  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All Condemns Virginia Supreme Court for Overturning Voter-Approved Congressional Redistricting Referendum * Today, the Virginia Supreme Court struck down the state's congressional redistricting referendum, which was approved by voters last month in an effort to balance the scales and protect democracy. The court's 4-  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Rob Wittman Won't Be Able to Outrun His Record * Reminder: Career politician Rob Wittman is highly vulnerable in November after spending nearly 20 years in Washington serving himself while hurting Virginia families. DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin : "After nearly two decades in Congress, career politician Rob Wittman has come to represent everything that's wrong with a broken and c  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Statement on Virginia Supreme Court Decision on Redistricting Referendum * NEWPORT NEWS, VA - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement: "Two weeks ago, Virginia's voters stood up to Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans' unprecedented attempt to redraw congressional maps in the middle of the decade in an effort to rig the midterms. And now the Virginia Supreme Court has o  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on May 7, 2026, by Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda at the 13th Annual Conference on Financial Market Regulation: * * * Thank you, Kathleen [Hanley], for that kind introduction. Good afternoon and welcome to the SEC's Annual Conference on Financial Market Regulation.[1] Thank you to the staff of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis, especially Vlad Ivanov, for your work in putting together this conference.  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 7 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Senior of the Year works to create opportunities for all * There are few George Mason University students as busy as senior Rakibul Alam. A senior majoring in business and concentrating on management and marketing, Alam has become one of the most visible student leaders in the Costello College of Business, where he works as a marketing and communications intern. Recently he was named 2026 Senior of the Year   more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Smithsonian Institution Libraries and Archives issued the following news release: * * * Smithsonian Libraries and Archives Announces 2026 Programming Scholarly Panel, Book Talks and Two New Exhibits Opening Throughout the Year * Smithsonian Libraries and Archives will launch a dynamic lineup of exhibitions and public programming starting in May as part of the Smithsonian's Our Shared Future: 250 celebrations. Drawing from its extensive collection of rare books, arch  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 8 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Council recommends keeping FEMA but shifting more disaster management responsibility to states WASHINGTON -- Today, the FEMA Review Council met and approved its long-awaited final report with recommendations for reforming federal disaster recovery and FEMA - the Federal Emergency Management Agency. President Donald Trump established the Review Council by executiv  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Space Force releases officer career development path * ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - The U.S. Space Force released a new officer career development path and accompanying narrative document to provide officers, supervisors and mentors with clearer expectations for career progression, leadership development and assignment planning. The framework is designed to develop combat-credible Guardians through deliberate care  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Specialized RNA molecules could counter ALS neurodegeneration * Misshapen proteins cause a mess of trouble-particularly in neurodegenerative diseases. But a new study from Penn Medicine suggests it's possible that giving them a little bit of extra support could keep them working correctly, and even reverse the damage they have caused. The new research focuses on one such aberrant protein, T  more

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Stand Up America, an organization was born in 2016 as a digital-first grassroots community working to resist what they say is Donald Trump's corruption, racism and his threats to democracy, issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * DEMOCRATS MUST ACT IN LIGHT OF VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT DECISION ON REDISTRICTING REFERENDUM RICHMOND, VA-- In a major setback to Democrats' efforts to combat Donald Trump's nationwide redistricting scheme, the Virginia Supreme Cour  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Steele Chapter Drives CAP Excellence Across Northern VA * Ten, who plans to join the Air Force, was instrumental in onboarding over 30 cadets in 2025 and taught more than 25 classes on CAP fundamentals, along with aircrew training for members over 18. "His leadership and commitment set a high standard for others to follow," said squadron commander Maj. Ju  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * Swamp Fox Chapter Honors Legacy of Retiring Aerospace Engineering Instructor * On April 30, 2026, AFA's Swamp Fox Chapter #298 in South Carolina joined community leaders and educational staff in honoring Debra Barber, an aerospace engineering instructor at the Sumter Career and Technology Center (SCTC), as she concluded an exceptional educational career, wi  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Tennessee Publishes First Freight Electrification Framework, Building on State's Updated EV Roadmap By Jessie Lund, NASEO The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation's (TDEC) Office of Energy Programs (OEP) has published its first Freight Electrification Framework, marking a significant step in the state's efforts to support commercial fleets that wish to transition   more

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 9 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Commencement celebrates twelve Golden Grads Since 2012, UCCS has honored Golden Graduates - alumni who graduated 50 years ago - and Silver Graduates - alumni who graduated 25 years ago - during Commencement ceremonies in May and December, respectively. This year, UCCS will recognize twelve Golden Graduates, each of whom graduated from UCCS in 1976. * * * Read stories from each of the G  more

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, May 9 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news: * * * University of Lynchburg celebrates 2026 master's and doctoral candidates On Friday, May 8, 548 graduate degrees were conferred during the 2026 University of Lynchburg Graduate Commencement ceremony. Of the degrees conferred, doctoral degrees included: * 6 Doctor of Education in Leadership Studies * 49 Doctor of Executive Leadership * 288 Doctor of Medical Science * 35 Doctor of Physical Therapy M  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES 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 Virginians * Attorney General Jay Jones today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU biomedical engineer advances muscle regeneration technology Michael McClure's method could treat traumatic injuries, and he is expanding its focus to integrate the nervous system. By Jeff Kelley Michael McClure still has a ways to go, but after more than a decade working on a novel regenerative therapy for severe muscle injuries, the Virginia Commonwealth University biomedical engineer says hi  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: From prison, Elizabeth Childress found a calling to social work In earning her master's, she hopes to work at the intersection of recovery and systems change while representing the power of perseverance. By Sian Wilkerson In 2006, Elizabeth Childress was a self-described country girl who'd never once been in trouble. But six months after graduating at the top of her high school clas  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Gati Wambura extends her reach as a 'global health citizen' With her Ph.D. from VCU's Department of Health Policy, the researcher builds on her Kenyan roots and her experience on other continents. By Haley Tenore Gati Wambura grew up in Kenya, spent time living in Thailand, earned her bachelor's degree in the United States and completed her master's in Britain. With her Ph.D. this s  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Kiersten 'KiKi' Szymecki zoomed out to find her path in social work The master's student, whose macro focus is targeting systemic change, has advocated for asylum seekers and those residing in state institutions, among other efforts By Sian Wilkerson Kiersten "Kiki" Szymecki has long felt a calling toward serving her community and bettering the larger world around her. As she receiv  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Marketing major Catori Griffin has had a full plate - and jar The soon-to-be analyst at JPMorganChase has embraced leadership development, undergraduate research and support for fellow minority students. By Leila Ugincius When Catori Griffin needs a boost of self-confidence - which might seem surprising, in light of her accomplishments - she goes to a special place that is always cl  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Savannah Setzer applied the lessons of the classroom to build a business The new Robertson School grad has a cleaning company that is thriving thanks to Setzer's savvy approach to communications. By Joan Tupponce Savannah Setzer's academic and business interests combined in 2024 when she started a cleaning business. Setzer's company, Mop & Bucket, serves families and small business  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Supreme Court Strikes Down Democrats' Redistricting Scheme Independent Women's Law Center applauds the Virginia Supreme Court's decision striking down Democrats' unconstitutional redistricting scheme, delivering a decisive victory for the rule of law and the integrity of Virginia's constitutional process. In a 4-3 ruling, the court held that the General Assembly fa  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * More than 6,500 to be awarded degrees in commencement ceremonies The University Commencement ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. ET Friday By Jimmy Robertson Virginia Tech will celebrate graduating students, and their families during commencement ceremonies at various locations starting Wednesday, May 13, and running through Sunday, May 17. Ceremonies begin Wednesday. The Graduate School's ceremony starts at 3 p.m.  more

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Whip Clark Statement on the Virginia Supreme Court Decision * MALDEN, MA -Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court of Virginia struck down the state's new, voter-approved Congressional map: "Last month, the citizens of Virginia approved a new Congressional map to ensure our elections are free and fair. Today, the Virginia Supreme Court st  more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 8 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William & Mary marks historic One Tribe One Day with 14,221 donors * William & Mary's 13th annual One Tribe One Day (OTOD), held on April 29, galvanized unprecedented support for the university, setting new highs in giving, participation and engagement. By day's end, the university raised $5.6 million, fueled by an unprecedented 14,221 donors supporting 1,010 funds across campus. The extraordinary results made  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 8 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Winston-Salem State continued its impressive run with 12-4 win over Virginia Union Orangeburg Recreation Park | Orangeburg, S.C. - Winston-Salem State continued its impressive run through the CIAA Softball Championship Tournament on Thursday, rolling past Virginia Union 12-4 in winners-bracket action behind a potent offense and a strong start in the circle.  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 8 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU academic colleges recognize 2026 graduates * WKU's five academic colleges -Gordon Ford College of Business, Potter College of Arts & Letters, Ogden College of Science & Engineering, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences and College of Health and Human Services -recognized their spring and summer 2026 graduating classes during ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena. The ceremonies include  more