ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * 'CNN Weather' App Launches * NEW YORK, NY - (May 12, 2026) - CNN announced today that CNN Weather is now available for download in the iOS app store in the United States. The app, CNN's first standalone lifestyle product, combines expert-led meteorology and climate expertise with a modern, mobile-first design. "We are creating this portfolio of lifestyle products to help our audience navigate a complex wor  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Medical] -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network posted the following news release: * * * Advocates Make Case for Biomarker Testing Access at NC Cancer Action Day * Visual Elements Available for Download: * Soundbite with Ashley Fannin  RALEIGH, N.C. - More than 50 cancer advocates, patients, survivors and caregivers from around the state gathered at the General Assembly on Tuesday, May 12 to ask lawmakers to make cancer policy a priority for Can  more

ALBANY, Georgia, May 13 -- Albany State University issued the following news: * * * Albany State University Celebrates More Than 900 Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Albany State University proudly celebrated the achievements of more than 900 graduates during its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 9, at the Albany Civic Center. More than 780 students participated in the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their academic journeys. The University welcomed internat  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, May 12 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson supports overturning Biden-era rule on sex stereotypes * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson today joined a 10-state friend-of-the-court brief to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in support of a challenge to a Biden-era DHHS rule regarding discrimination based on "sex stereotypes." The McComb Children's Clinic alleges that the rule impo  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Financial Services] -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, posted the following news release: * * * Better Markets Welcomes Isabella Ristuccia As Press Secretary And Digital Manager * Isabell Ristuccia has joined Better Markets as Press Secretary and Digital Manager. She was most recently the Deputy Press Secretary and Digital Manager in the Office of Sena  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices rose 0.7 percent over the two months, up 2.9 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell increased 0.7 percent from February to April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Regional Comm  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices rose 1.9 percent over the two months, up 3.8 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach rose 1.9 percent from February to April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Re  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, South Region April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Regional prices rose 0.8 percent in April, up 3.6 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region increased 0.8 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index rose 5.8 percent over the month. The index for a  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 12 [Category: Think Tank] -- The Buckeye Institute, an independent research and educational institution that says its mission is to advance free-market public policy, posted the following news release: * * * The Buckeye Institute: HB645 Would Make State Government More Accountable * The Buckeye Institute testified (see full text below or download a PDF ) before the Ohio House Finance Committee on the policy in Ohio House Bill 645, which, if adopted, would make state gover  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * CAIR, CAIR-GA Condemn Deborah Lipstadt for Denying Rapes of Palestinian Prisoners, Echoing Threat of Violence Against Nicholas Kristof The Georgia chapter and national headquarters of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned former Biden administration antisemitism czar Deborah Lips  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 11 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Celebrating the Class of 2026 * On Saturday, May 9, Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health celebrated its 2026 graduating class. More than 400 graduates gathered with their loved ones at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA, to be recognized for their achievements and officially earn their degrees. This year, the school awarded 463 MPH and MSPH degrees and 39 PhD degre  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, May 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * CFP contenders and non-conference clashes headline ESPN's industry-leading, early-season college football schedule reveal at Disney Upfront * * Week 0 kicks off with global games in Ireland and Brazil, plus Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff in Atlanta * Labor Day Weekend packed with premium presentations, including Lane Kiffin's LSU debut vs. Clemson on ABC Saturd  more

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Christian Bromley re-elected to Atlanta Bar Association Litigation Section Board of Directors * BCLP Partner and Environmental & Toxic Tort Practice Co-Leader Christian Bromley has been elected to serve a fourth term on the Atlanta Bar Association Litigation Section Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 bar year. Christian, together with his fellow board members an  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Clark Atlanta University issued the following news: * * * Clark Atlanta University Elevates Experiential Learning Through Jill Scott Collaboration Across Business and Music Programs Clark Atlanta University advanced experiential learning through a Jill Scott collaboration that gave students hands-on exposure to the entertainment industry in both business and performance settings. * At Clark Atlanta University, experiential learning continues to place students at   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN FlashDoc "The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert" to Stream on Friday, May 15 on the CNN App * May 12th, 2026 CNN BROADCAST PREMIERE ON SUNDAY, MAY 17 AT 8PM ET/PT Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mAIJcaNHM8 NEW YORK, NY - (May 12, 2026) - CNN today announced the premiere of its latest CNN FlashDoc, The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert, examining the legacy of one of America's most influential satirist  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Bishop Mourns the Passing of Friend & Colleague, Former GA State Rep. John White * ALBANY, Ga. - Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Georgia State Representative John White: "John's life was a testament to courage, service, and dignity -a man who broke barriers, lifted others, and never stopped working for the common   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bill to Protect Parents and Promote Childhood Independence * Congressman Blake Moore introduced bipartisan legislation to promote childhood independence and protect parents who allow their children to play outside unsupervised, get off screens, and develop social skills.  Representatives Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) and Virginia Foxx (R-NC) are original co-leads of this   more

KENNESAW, Georgia, May 12 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Department of English receives systemwide Regents' Award in recognition for hands-on learning * Kennesaw State University's Department of English has been awarded the 2026 Regents' Award for Excellence in High Impact Practices and Experiential Learning, one of the highest honors for teaching and advising within the University System of Georgia.  The award reflects the department's commitment to   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Dr.P.H. student selected for global health fellowship, public health think tank * MACON, Ga. - Mercer University Doctor of Public Health student Hridith Sudev, Class of 2027, was selected for the Empower Through Health Global Health Experiential Fellowship and also to be a part of the 2026-27 American Journal of Public Health (AJPH) Student Think Tank. The Global Health Experiential Fellowship is a five-week, in  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * Electric Companies Stepping Up to Protect Customers Amid Data Center Buildout * WASHINGTON (May 12, 2026) -A slew of recent announcements from investor-owned electric companies highlight their successful work powering the lives of the nearly 3 in 4 Americans who depend on them for reliable, affordable energy-and protecting them from bill increases related to data centers. EEI mem  more

ROBINS AFB, Georgia, May 12 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command posted the following news: * * * Exercise Silent Recovery strengthens 419th SFS readiness and joint integration * HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah - Fourteen defenders from the 419th Security Forces Squadron completed a three-day joint training event with the Utah Army National Guard's 211th Aviation Regiment, April 17-19, 2026, enhancing their ability to rapidly deploy, integrate with sister services, and operate in austere environ  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on May 12, 2026: * * * Feds Target Tech Sector Immigration Practices: 5 Ways to Safeguard Your Hiring Process The federal government is ramping up enforcement against tech companies that allegedly hire foreign nationals using temporary work visas, when qualified U.S. workers may be available. In a recently filed lawsuit against a U.S. data analytics and AI firm, the Department of Justice Civil Rights Divisio  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on May 12, 2026: * * * Silicon Valley Snapshot on Looming Cybersecurity Reporting Rules: Top CIRCIA Takeaways for the Tech Industry Many tech companies will soon need to comply with new cybersecurity reporting obligations as federal officials close in on finalizing a proposed rule that will carry out core goals of the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA). These sweeping new requi  more

CARROLLTON, Georgia, May 12 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * From SGA President to UWG Graduate Student: Chase Williams on Leadership, Public Service and What Comes Next * Chase Williams has never stayed in one lane. The University of West Georgia alumnus and current Master of Public Administration student has worn many hats - history society member, Student Government Association (SGA) president, city government intern and now graduate assistant - and he's   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Gov. Kemp Signs FY27 Budget Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) Director Rick Dunn, today signed the state budget for Fiscal Year 2027. Below is an excerpt of the governor's remarks which includes a link to the budget in full and any disregard or veto language included therein. You can also find links to the Fiscal Yea  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, R-Georgia, issued the following statement on May 12, 2026: * * * Lt. Governor Burt Jones Commends "True Patriotism and Universal Student Access Act" Becoming Law Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones issued a statement in support of a priority for the 2026 Legislative Session - the "True Patriotism and Universal Student Access Act" - being signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp. "I want to thank Governor Brian Kemp for signing this priority into law  more

MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia, May 13 -- Georgia College issued the following news: * * * Georgia College unveils 100% online AI Strategy master's degree -- no computer science background required A new Master of Science in AI Strategy degree -- an innovative program meant to equip individuals from any background with the skills to harness the power of emerging technology in any business or industry -- is coming to Georgia College & State University. The program was approved today by the Universit  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * Inaugural Ph.D. Grad in Health Sciences Using Research to Improve Chronic Disease Management After a two-decade career in health analytics, Marci Bennafield (Ph.D. '26) has found a new passion for research and teaching. And as the first graduate of Georgia State's Ph.D. program in Health Sciences, she's ready to put into practice her accumulated experiences. Bennafield started as a part-time instructor in   more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 12 -- Gov. Jim Pillen, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Pillen Describes State Agency Efforts in Dealing with Hantavirus Situation * Governor Jim Pillen says his agencies remain in a state of readiness and will assist in any way possible, now that U.S.-based passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship have arrived. Fifteen passengers were transported to the National Quarantine Center (NQC), and one was admitted to the Nebraska Biocontainment Uni  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on May 12, 2026, by Emil Avdaliani, professor of international relations at European University in Tbilisi, Georgia, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor: * * * Kazakhstan and Oman Sign Preliminary Strategic Partnership Agreement Executive Summary: * On April 24, Oman and Kazakhstan inked a preliminary agreement to establish a strategic partnership, marking a shift in bilateral relations and paving the way fo  more

KENNESAW, Georgia, May 12 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State to launch Bachelor of Science in Financial Technologies this fall * KENNESAW, Ga. | May 12, 2026 A recognized leader in financial technology education, Kennesaw State University will be the first Georgia institution to offer both undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field with approval of a new Bachelor of Science in Financial Technologies. Approved by the Board of Regents   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 13 -- Kilpatrick Townsend and Stockton, a law firm, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Kilpatrick Attorneys Recognized in Business North Carolina's 2026 Power List NORTH CAROLINA - Kilpatrick announced today that Business North Carolina has once again named Kilpatrick's Winston-Salem Office Managing Partner Steve Berlin, Employee Benefits Team Lead Lois Colbert, and Raleigh Office Managing Partner Ford Robertson to the 2026 Power List. The 2026 Pow  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on May 11, 2026: * * * The Honorable Roger Marshall, MD U.S. Senate, 479A Russell Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD U.S. House of Representatives 407 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Joyce, MD, U.S. House of Representatives 2102 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Bob Onder, MD, JD U.S. House of Represen  more

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, May 12 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU short-, long-form storytelling nominated for 10 Southeast Emmys Mississippi State filmmakers and digital storytellers are being honored this month at the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences' Southeast Chapter's annual awards in Atlanta, Georgia, where MSU projects are nominated for 10 Southeast Emmy Awards. The combined recognitions for MSU's Office of Public Affairs, which inclu  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 13 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Drummond leads 18-state coalition urging EPA to protect chemical facility data from cybersecurity threats Attorney General Gentner Drummond today is calling on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to lock down a proposed federal database of chemical facility information that the coalition says could help foreign governments and hackers target American infr  more

ROBINS AFB, Georgia, May 12 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command posted the following news: * * * Operation Spring Spartan Strengthens Airmen Readiness * WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - There's chaos in every direction; adrenaline flows as hearts begin to race; however, the Airmen of the 445th Airlift Wing can be confident knowing the training they received prepared them for these situations. These Airmen maintain their skills through various training exercises such as Operation   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * People first, always: Delta releases 2025 "Delta Difference" Report * For 100 years, Delta has been guided by a longstanding value: putting people first. The 2025 Delta Difference report reflects what's possible when we create opportunities for our employees, customers and communities to thrive. From record-level employee engagement to being the most awarded global airline and delivering indu  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * People first, always: Delta releases 2025 "Delta Difference" Report * For 100 years, Delta has been guided by a longstanding value: putting people first. The 2025 Delta Difference report reflects what's possible when we create opportunities for our employees, customers and communities to thrive. From record-level employee engagement to being the most awarded global airline and delivering indu  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * Philadelphia CBP officers seize over 32,000 unapproved and potentially dangerous medicines destined to Georgia * PHILADELPHIA - U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized over 32,000 unapproved prescription tablets in Philadelphia last week that were being smuggled from Europe to an address in Georgia. CBP officers seized 17,000 tramadol tablets on A  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Austin Scott Leads House Letter Urging Action on Mexican Specialty Crop Imports Ahead of USMCA Review * Washington, D.C- Today, U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) led a bipartisan group of 79 members of the U.S. House of Representatives in sending a letter to United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer to emphasize the importance of fair-trade measures for the U.S.   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Ossoff Introducing Legislation to Cut Taxes for Farmers * Sen. Ossoff's new "Farm Disaster Tax Cut Act" would give farmers tax relief after natural disasters, revenue losses, or pest outbreaks Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is introducing legislation to cut taxes for Georgia farmers. Today, Sen. Ossoff introduced the Farm Disaster Tax Cut Act to provide eligible farmers with a tax c  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 13 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Georgia Power agrees to modest bill relief, lower profits in fuel and storm costs settlement Georgia PSC Staff secures important improvements for customers, as Georgia Power gives no assurance that data centers will pay their fair share * ATLANTA --Today the Georgia Public Service Commission staff issued a settlement in Georgia Power's fuel and storm costs dock  more

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 12 [Category: Law/Legal] (TNSrep) -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * SPLC Report Examines Threat of Rural Hospital Closures in Wake of Federal Healthcare Cuts * MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Today, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) released Critical Condition: Rural Health Care Access Following HR 1, a report that examines how implementation of the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" could exacerbate a dangerous trend of hospital closures throug  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 12 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Coca-Cola issued the following news release: * * * The Coca-Cola Company Unveils the Next Generation of Beverage Dispensing: Faster, Smarter, Customized * Since 1886, The Coca-Cola Company has been at the forefront of dispensed beverages. One hundred and forty years later, the company is redefining the space once again with modular, connected equipment that translates consumer trends into drinks faster than ever before. * Coca-Cola   more

ERLANGER, Kentucky, May 12 [Category: National Defense] -- Disabled American Veterans issued the following news: * * * This is who we are: DAV Community Impact Day continues to grow * To know me is to know the passion I have for volunteering and serving veterans. When I see a veteran helped-whether it's with their VA benefits or because someone has lent a helping hand-it reminds me of the good that exists in our country. That's why DAV Community Impact Day has become so special to me. Ov  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 7 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news: * * * U.S. Soccer Officially Opens the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center The new home for soccer in America was purpose-built to be a catalyst for growth of the sport, strengthening the entire soccer community; the National Training Center will be the headquarters for U.S. Soccer staff and the home for all 27 U.S. National Teams * ATLANTA - U.S. Soccer gathered Thursday alongside leaders fro  more

VICTORIA, British Columbia, May 12 (TNSjou) -- The University of Victoria issued the following news release: * * * Anglers and scientists partner to study BC salmon food chain A new study by University of Victoria (UVic) and Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) scientists has uncovered what adult Chinook salmon in the Salish Sea are eating--and revealed diet can differ according to region. The study, led by UVic PhD student Wesley Greentree and published recently in Fisheries Oceanography, anal  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * USDA Revokes Approved Lender Status of Ten Lenders: Irresponsible Lending Has No Place in Government Programs * (Washington, D.C., May 12, 2026) - U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced the removal of ten lenders from participation in the USDA Rural Development (RD) OneRD Guaranteed Lending Program. These lenders will be precluded from further participation in the   more

TUCKER, Georgia, May 12 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release: * * * USPOULTRY Workforce Success and Engagement Conference Focuses on Leadership, Communication and Employee Engagement * USPOULTRY recently held its 2026 Workforce Success and Engagement Conference, bringing together human resources (HR) professionals, operations leaders and industry experts to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping today  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Leads Entire Fulton County Congressional Delegation in Letter to Department of Justice Demanding Answers on Fulton County Elections Raid Subpoena * Senator Reverend Warnock is demanding answers from the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on the recent subpoena issued in the Fulton County Elections Raid case The Senator organized multiple lawmakers to join h  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Statement on President Trump's Renewed Call to Ban Private Equity from Mass Purchasing Single-Family Homes * Today, President Trump called on the House to pass Senator Reverend Warnock's ban on large corporations' mass purchasing single-family homes, denying first-time homebuyers access to homeownership The Warnock private equity ban was included in the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act,  more