WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * 439th Airlift Wing Airman Earns Academy Appointment Through LEAD Program * The dream of becoming an astronaut usually begins by looking at the stars, but for Air Force Senior Airman Kendall Cubero, the journey to the cockpit and beyond started with a pair of electrician's tools in his hands at Westover Air Reserve Base in Massachusetts. Cubero, an electrician assigned to the electrical and environmental shop,  more

NEW YORK, May 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release: * * * After New Evidence of DOJ Misconduct, Mahmoud Khalil Calls on Board of Immigration Appeals to Terminate Case * Mr. Khalil Separately Appealed the Removal Order to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals NEW YORK - In light of new evidence of misconduct by the Trump Administration, Mahmoud Khalil's legal team is asking the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to re-open his immigration  more

NEW YORK, May 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * After New Evidence of DOJ Misconduct, Mahmoud Khalil Calls On Board of Immigration Appeals to Terminate Case * NEW YORK -In light of new evidence of misconduct by the Trump Administration, Mahmoud Khalil's legal team is asking the Board o  more

NEW YORK, May 16 -- The Center for Constitutional Rights posted the following news release: * * * After New Evidence of DOJ Misconduct, Mahmoud Khalil Calls on Board of Immigration Appeals to Terminate Case Mr. Khalil Separately Appealed the Removal Order to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals * In light of new evidence of misconduct by the Trump Administration, Mahmoud Khalil's legal team is asking the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to re-open his immigration case and terminate proceed  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, posted the following news release: * * * America First Legal Launches Investigation Into Soros-Funded People's Institute for Survival and Beyond Over Woke Training Programs for Teachers and City Employees * America First Legal (AFL) has launched a nationwide investigation into the People's Institute for Survival and Beyond (PISAB), filing twenty-nine records requests seeking documents related to the  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement on May 15, 2026: * * * Announcing Pregnancy, McIver Speaks to Hope and Continued Fight to Protect Today, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver (NJ-10) announced that she is expecting her second child. She released the following statement: "I am so excited to be welcoming a new baby to our family this fall. This moment is filled with so much joy for my family and me. Being a mom is one of the greatest joys of my   more

SACRAMENTO, California, May 15 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Proposed Rollback of National Emission Standards for Ethylene Oxide * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal, which rolls back national standards for emissions of ethylene oxide (EtO) from comm  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 15 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION AGAINST EPA'S PROPOSAL TO GUT NATIONAL LIMITS ON TOXIC ETHYLENE OXIDE POLLUTION * Chicago -Attorney General Kwame Raoul today led a coalition of 16 attorneys general opposing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal to repeal national emission standards for ethylene oxide (EtO) used by commercial sterilization facilities. According to  more

WHIPPANY, New Jersey, May 16 -- Bayer USA, an enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition, issued the following news: * * * AUA 2026: Phase II ARASEC Data Further Supports the Efficacy and Safety of NUBEQA(R) (darolutamide) Plus ADT in Patients with Metastatic Castration-Sensitive Prostate Cancer * Primary results from the Phase II ARASEC trial show that NUBEQA(R) (darolutamide) plus androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) showed a statistically signif  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 15 (TNSLrpt) -- Business Employment Dynamics in New Jersey Third Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mid-Atlantic Region * * * From June 2025 to September 2025, gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments in New Jersey were 212,804, while gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments were 196,150, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Acting Regi  more

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 14 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Celebrating the Class of 2026 * As members of the Class of 2026 prepare to receive their diplomas, we wanted to highlight some of the many outstanding graduates from this year. In the first of a two-part series, meet 14 Pirate graduates who reflected on their time at Seton Hall University as they move into the world ready to lead with intention and impact. Graduating students, help us take part in   more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, chairman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Committee on Small Business Hosts 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase Yesterday, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, hosted the 3rd Annual Small Business Showcase, where 31 small business owners from across the country highlighted their work that boosts the American economy and local commun  more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, May 16 -- Cooper University Health Care issued the following news release: * * * The Cooper Foundation Appoints Sam Parker as Vice President of Advancement The Cooper Foundation has appointed Sam Parker as vice president of advancement, bringing a dynamic leader in public service, strategic partnerships, and community engagement to support the organization's continued philanthropic growth. "Cooper continues to grow as a leading academic health system, and philanthropy pla  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * E&C Democratic Leaders Blast RFK Jr.'s Ongoing Censorship of COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Data Energy and Commerce Committee Democratic leaders wrote to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. raising serious concerns over the ongoing suppression of scientific data demonstrating the safety and effica  more

BROOKLYN, New York, May 15 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York posted the following news release on May 13, 2026: * * * Former New York State Judge and Brooklyn Real Estate Investor Charged with Wire Fraud Conspiracy Sam Sprei and Edward Harold King Allegedly Perpetrated Schemes to Defraud Real Estate Investors of Millions of Dollars * Earlier today, at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, a complaint was unsealed charging Sam Sprei, also known as "Yechiel  more

BOCA RATON, Florida, May 16 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU's Dana J. Vouglitois Receives Prestigious Fulbright IEA Award Award Snapshot: Dana J. Vouglitois, senior associate director in FAU's Office of Technology Development within the Division of Research, has received a Fulbright International Education Administrator (IEA) Award. The prestigious U.S.-France award will allow Vouglitois to explore the  more

GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 15 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Four Rowan University innovators named to INNOVATE100 * Several members of the Rowan community were named to INNOVATE100, recognizing their contributions to New Jersey's innovation ecosystem. Honorees were celebrated during a May 13 event at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center in New Brunswick. Each was recognized for leadership and contributions advancing ideas and initiatives across Rowan and the broade  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 15 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Braun Marks National Police Week with Record Indiana State Police Successes * Gov. Braun Joins ISP for 'Cop on a Rooftop' Special Olympics Fundraiser FORT WAYNE, Ind. - Today, during National Police Week, Governor Mike Braun recognized the Indiana State Police and local law enforcement officers across all 92 counties for their service to Hoosiers, including major drug seizures, child   more

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 15 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Reynolds, IEDA announce nearly $400 million in new manufacturing investment through BIG program * Latest awards expected to support 521 jobs across five Iowa communities Today, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved tax credits through the Business Incentives for Growth (BIG) program for five manufacturing companies, supporting the creation of 521 jobs and generating   more

GALLOWAY, New Jersey, May 15 -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * Graduates Encouraged to Lead as 'Changemakers' at Commencement * Atlantic City, N.J. -From first-generation college students to aspiring changemakers, Stockton University's Class of 2026 was celebrated on May 15 for the determination, leadership and community spirit that defined its path to graduation. The university hosted two ceremonies on May 15 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall for the more than 2,300 Class   more

WASHINGTON, May 15 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Trump Administration Refunds Offshore Wind Companies for Their Leases * Key Takeaways 1 The Trump administration has been returning funds paid for offshore wind energy leases and allowing companies to use them to invest in the expansion of conventional energy projects instead. 2 The administration believes this will assist ratepayers and taxpayers by reducing the amount of very  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Justice Department Files Complaint to Protect Law Enforcement, Challenging Connecticut Mask Ban, Identification Requirements, and Use-of-Force Policies for Federal Officers Today, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Connecticut, Governor Ned Lamont, Attorney General William Tong, Chief State's Attorney Patrick Griffin, and Deputy Chief State's Attorney Eliot Prescott, ch  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 [Category: Environment] -- The League of Conservation Voters posted the following news wrap up, This Week In Climate Action - May 15, 2026: * * * Your weekly resource to learn what the environmental movement is saying about the news of the day and the political fight of our generation. This week, we're covering the Trump administration rolling back protections for our public lands, state efforts to tackle the energy affordability crisis, and the ongoing fight for a free and   more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 16 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Coalition Opposing EPA's Proposal to Gut National Limits on Toxic Ethylene Oxide Pollution Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general opposing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal to repeal national emission standards for ethylene oxide (EtO) used by commercial sterilization faci  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 16 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Secures $100,000 Consumer Fraud Penalty Against Flavored Vape Distributor and its Network of Retailers Enforcement Action Latest in Ongoing Efforts Protect NJ Kids from Dangers of Vaping * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs (Division) announced today that King Distribution, a New Jersey tobacco products dist  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 16 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Thirteen People Charged in Connection with Human Trafficking Operation Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, the New Jersey State Police, and the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) today announced the arrests of 13 New Jersey residents on charges connected to a human trafficking ring they allegedly operated in Central and South Jersey. Shalaby Hicks of Pennsau  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 16 -- The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Announces April 2026 Total Gaming Revenue Results Today the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced the April 2026 total gaming revenue results. Casino Win: Casino Win for the nine casino hotels was $235.6 million for April 2026, reflecting an increase of 11.7% when compared to $211.0 million reported for   more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Substitute Teacher Hakeem Jeffries After a brutal stretch of humiliating defeats, so-called 'Leader' Hakeem Jeffries is getting hit from every direction, including from his own candidates. Just look at Rebecca Bennett and New Jersey Democrats in NJ-07 flat-out refusing to back Jeffries when asked during last night's debate. This comes after his embarrassing loss in Virginia, being outraise  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * Pallone Voices Disappointment with Funding Cuts in Partisan Brownfields Reauthorization Bill Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Environment Subcommittee markup of three bills, including a partisan Brownfields reauthorization bill: To  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 15 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Penn students and alumni awarded Fulbright 2026-27 U.S. Student Program grants * Twenty-eight University of Pennsylvania students and alumni have been offered Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants for the 2026-27 academic year. The list includes 15 members of the undergraduate Class of 2026-all May graduates, two current graduate students, and eleven alumni. They will conduct research, pur  more

VALLEY FORGE, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- PJM Interconnection, a regional transmission organization that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity, issued the following news release: * * * PJM Members Elect Three PJM Board Members Larry Bekkedahl and Charles Berardesco Newly Elected To Serve Three-Year Terms; Margaret Loebl Reelected to Serve Additional Three-Year Term * PJM Interconnection announced today that its members have elected Larry Bekkedahl and Charles Berardesco to serve thr  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 14, 2026: * * * A Market Built on Victims: Stopping Illegal Organ Trafficking in China and Beyond Opening statement of Co-Chairman Smith at CECC hearing * The following are excerpts of Co-Chairman Chris Smith's (R-NJ) opening statement at the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC)'s May 14th hearing, entitled "A Market Built on Victims: Stopping Illegal Organ Trafficking in China and B  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Smith chairs hearing on gruesome, systemic practice of forced organ harvesting and trafficking in China Calls on Senate to take up his Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act * At a congressional hearing on Capitol Hill, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), heard chilling testimony from expert witnesses about the barbaric, systemic,   more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following statement on May 14, 2026: * * * "It's not over - the fight to protect women and children from baby poison (the abortion pill) will continue" Rep. Smith on the Supreme Court's ruling in Danco Laboratories v. Louisiana * Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, issued the below statement following the Supreme Court's ruling in Danco Laboratories v. Louisiana, which reversed the Fifth Cir  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Watson Coleman Introduces Bill to Study Impact of Traumatic Births * Today, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) introduced the Traumatic Births Research Act, legislation that would authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and their families, as well as evaluate how midwife-driven care can improve  more

GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 15 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Rowan-Virtua SNHP and TBES graduates celebrated at 2026 Commencement Ceremony * On Thursday, May 14, graduates from the Rita & Larry Salva School of Nursing & Health Professions (SNHP) and the Rowan-Virtua School of Translational Biomedical Engineering & Sciences (TBES) gathered on Rowan University's main campus to celebrate Commencement for the Class of 2026. Held outdoors at Rowan's Coach Richard Wackar Stad  more

GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 15 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Rowan-Virtua SOM Class of 2026 begins next chapter in medicine * More than 200 new physicians officially joined the osteopathic medical profession as the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies held May 14 in Rowan's Coach Richard Wackar Stadium. The outdoor ceremony brought together students, faculty, family and friends to recog  more

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 16 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Rutgers-Newark Expands Degree Opportunities for Hudson County Community College Students Rutgers University-Newark and Hudson County Community College have expanded their longstanding relationship to offer Hudson County students more bachelor's degree options and benefits. Hudson County Community College (HCCC) and Rutgers-Newark have worked collaboratively for more than a decade, forging a dual-admission agree  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 16 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Invisible Codes on Hospital Websites Put Patient Data at Risk By Andrew Smith When patients visit a hospital website to find physicians, research conditions or schedule appointments, tiny pieces of embedded code can transmit their Internet Protocol (IP) addresses and browsing behavior to companies such as Meta and Google. These code snippets, known as tracking pixels, are standard internet tool  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release (No. 1-21-cv-12880; D.N.J. filed June 23, 2021) involving a New Jersey man for alleged investor fraud and misappropriation: * * * On May 8, 2026, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey entered a final judgment as to Joseph Geromini of Somers Point, New Jersey, in the SEC's civil enforcement action against him. The SEC's complaint alleged that between August 2018 and Ma  more

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 15 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Seton Hall University Celebrates 170th Commencement * Seton Hall University will be celebrating its 170th Baccalaureate Commencement ceremony at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the Prudential Center, 165 Mulberry Street in Newark, New Jersey. Delivering the commencement keynote address will be Arthur C. Brooks, Ph.D., professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Harvard Business School and bes  more

MAXWELL AFB, Alabama, May 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol issued the following news on May 15, 2026: * * * StellarXplorer Team's Top 3 Finish Completes Successful Civil Air Patrol Space/Cyber Season A cadet team from Colorado Springs made the awards podium at the StellarXplorers national finals, officially ending CAP's 2025-2026 space and cyber season. * The Colorado Springs Cadet Squadron StellarXplorers team took third place April 24 at the finals of the 2025-2026 Nati  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 16 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Engineering the Future of Our Oceans New bachelor's degree in ocean engineering will tackle global maritime and coastal challenges * As global industries pivot toward advanced ocean technologies, maritime innovation, and resilient coastal infrastructure, Stevens Institute of Technology is expanding its engineering portfolio to meet the moment. Starting in Fall 2026, the university will offer a n  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 16 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Stevens School of Business Hosts Revenue Revolution 2026 Industry leaders, fintech innovators and asset management professionals visit Hoboken for a daylong conference on AI, digital distribution and the future of capital markets * Stevens School of Business welcomed the financial services industry to campus for Revenue Revolution 2026, a conference focused on how artificial intelligence and digi  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision (Docket No. MCF 21147) entitled "Student Transportation of America, Inc. et al. - Acquisition of Control - Tremblay's Bus Co., LLC, et al.": * * * ACTION: Notice Tentatively Approving and Authorizing Finance Transaction. SUMMARY: On April 15, 2026, Student Transportation of America, Inc. (STA), a noncarrier, and its parent entities (collectively, Applicants) filed an applicat  more

WASHINGTON, May 15 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: * * * Warfare Center Develops New Tool to Help Sailors Keep Vertical Launching System Latch Rods Moving * Launcher support personnel at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) in California have developed and tested a new tool to aid Navy sailors in maintaining MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) cell hatches without damaging them in the process. Eric Csorba, a VLS canister and launcher s  more