CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * AASL Issues Statement on Injunction of Senate File 496 * CHICAGO- The American Association of School Librarians released the following statement in response to the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals vacating the lower court's injunctions of portions of Senate File 496, an Iowa law that requires library workers to remove books from the state's public-school libraries.  more

WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * Admiral Theatre Pays $200,000 to Settle EEOC Sexual Harassment, Race Discrimination and Retaliation Suit Against Illinois Nightclub * Adult entertainment venue agrees to enhanced safety precautions to protect entertainers CHICAGO - Admiral Theatre, Inc., an exotic dance club providing adult entertainment services, will pay $200,000 and furnish other relief to settle a lawsuit for sex   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * ALA Statement on Staff Unionization Voting Results * Following the results of today's vote to unionize American Library Association (ALA) employees, ALA Executive Director Dan Montgomery issued the following statement:  "We certainly respect the outcome of today's vote and congratulate our ALA employees on their successful effort to organize. This is a pivotal moment  more

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, May 27 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Army Reserve general joins local community to honor fallen heroes * CHICAGO - Brig. Gen. Michael Shanley, commanding general of the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, served as the keynote speaker during the Village of Norridge's 33rd annual Memorial Day ceremony, May 24, 2026. The ceremony honored fallen service members while recognizing current and former Norridge residents who have   more

ITASCA, Illinois, May 28 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release: * * * ASA's Monthly Sales Report: ASA Distributors Report Resilient April Sales Amid Uneven Market Conditions By primary business emphasis the industrial PVF distributors said April sales 15.3% year-over-year (y/y). Year-to-date (YTD) sales +10.7% and trailing twelve months (TTM) sales +10.6%. All respondents overall reported a Median April sales increased +5.7% year-over-year and +0.2% compared wi  more

WASHINGTON, May 27 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital improving care for those with substance use disorders * Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital is excited to announce that it is bolstering its care team with the addition of a new patient navigator designed to provide recovery support for patients who are initially seen at Ascension Saint  more

SACRAMENTO, California, May 26 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Opposes Trump Administration's Attempt to Weaken Discrimination Protections for LGBTQ+ Americans in Federally Funded Programs * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday led a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)'s proposed changes that could incentivize re  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 27 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes for Crackdown on Deceptive Food Delivery Fees that Drive Up Costs for Consumers * Attorney General Jeff Jackson is calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to crackdown on deceptive food delivery fees that get tacked on to customers' bills to squeeze more money out of them. "People should know upfront how much they'll pay for som  more

RIVERSIDE, California, May 26 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Bourns, a manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, issued the following news release: * * * CenTech, Inc. Marks 55 Years Representing Bourns Across Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Southern Illinois * LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 26, 2026 \- Bourns has recognized CenTech, Inc. for 55 years as a Bourns manufacturer's representative. The milestone was acknowledged during EDS 2026 at Resorts World Las Vegas as part of Bourn  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: BizEnergy] -- ComEd, a subsidiary of Exelon, issued the following news release: * * * ComEd Renewable Energy Investments Help Expand Customer Access to Clean Energy and Lower Costs * ComEd today announced it exceeded $10 billion in Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) under contract at the end of 2025 - an investment that is helping expand access to clean energy, support lower energy costs over time, and deliver environmental benefits for customers across nort  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Daniel Kind awarded 2026 Hugo F. Sonnenschein Medal of Excellence * Fourth-year Daniel Kind has been awarded the University of Chicago's Hugo F. Sonnenschein Medal of Excellence for his advocacy to address the homelessness epidemic. Kind hails from Orlando, Fla. and helped found the Orlando Secure Housing Project (OSHOP) in honor of a childhood friend who died while dealing with housing insecurity. The   more

HANOVER, New Hampshire, May 28 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * Frank Family Gives $25 Million for Dartmouth Dialogues The gift is powering a $50 million campaign to endow the civil discourse initiative. - Karen and Jim Frank '65 and their son Daniel '92 have committed $25 million to support Dartmouth Dialogues--a national model for facilitating challenging conversations across campus and giving students the skills to build bridges across personal and political divides.  more

WASHINGTON, May 26 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Co-Leads Bicameral Introduction of Legislation Providing Economic Security for Domestic Violence Survivors * U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) reintroduced the Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) for Survivors Act to promote the safety and security of survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, gender-based violence  more

WASHINGTON, May 27 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bills to Strengthen Coordination with Indo-Pacific Partners, Bolster Security in South China Sea Against PRC Aggression * May 27, 2026 The bills' introduction comes as Senator Duckworth travels to Philippines, Singapore to underscore support for partners in the region [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Se  more

WASHINGTON, May 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Cracks Down On Crypto ATM Fraud * May 26, 2026 PEORIA - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today joined Peoria Mayor Rita Ali and the AARP of Illinois to discuss crypto ATM fraud prevention in Peoria and Durbin's Crypto ATM Fraud Prevention Act, which seeks to crack down on cryptocurrency scams by strengthening protections around crypto ATM transactions and increasing trans  more

WASHINGTON, May 27 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Gives Special Address To Joint Session Of The Illinois General Assembly * May 27, 2026 SPRINGFIELD - Today, the Illinois General Assembly honored U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) at the Illinois State Capitol. The Illinois House and Senate met in a rare joint session to salute Durbin's nearly 44 years in Congress where Durbin addressed the lawmakers. In Durbin's address,   more

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, May 26 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * EHSS and the DOE's Technical Standards Program * The American Nuclear Society's Risk-informed, Performance-based Principles and Policy Committee (RP3C) held another presentation in its monthly Community of Practice (CoP) series. Former RP3C chair N. Prasad Kadambi opened the April 24 meeting with brief introductory remarks about the RP3C and the overall importance of risk-info  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 (TNSrep) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news: * * * Coaches Helping to Accelerate Managers Program (CHAMP) We foster a collaborative culture where every employee feels supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. We believe that when people are empowered to bring forward their ideas and develop their skills, they spark transformation, not only within FHLBank Chicago but also across th  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 27 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * Four new trustees elected to Vanderbilt Board of Trust for 2026 * The Vanderbilt University Board of Trust elected a slate of new trustees during its annual spring meeting in early May. Philip Bredesen, Mark Howard Carter, BE'98, and Dina Powell McCormick will serve five-year terms beginning July 1. Todd Graham, BE'96, will serve a two-year term as the alumni trustee, bringing the alumni perspectiv  more

MACOMB, Illinois, May 27 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Fry Named Director of International Student Recruitment * Western Illinois University is pleased to welcome Eric Fry as the new director of International Student Recruitment, effective June 1.  Fry brings significant expertise to the position, with experience in leading international enrollment management teams and expanding global engagement for his previous institutions. During his career, Fr  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 26 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news: * * * G2's Summer Reports: Turning Up the Heat on Trends Across 27,000+ Reports The sunscreen is on, the grill is fired up, and the days are so long you're losing track of time, which can only mean that summer is in full swing! It's time to trade the conference rooms for a lawn chair and soak up the season as the software world heats up with new trends. Now that temperatures are peaking, it means that G2's   more

TOPEKA, Kansas, May 27 -- Gov. Laura Kelly, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Kelly Joins Multistate Coalition Urging Court to Uphold Block on Unlawful National Guard Deployment in Washington, D.C. * Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general and 2 governors in filing an amicus brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, urging the court to deny the Trump administration's appeal and uphold a lower  more

HOUSTON, Texas, May 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Arnold Ventures (formerly the Laura and John Arnold Foundation) issued the following news: * * * Grants Announcement: Arnold Ventures Criminal Justice Research Grants During the First Quarter of 2026 Support Innovations in Public Safety * Houston, TX (May 27, 2026 ) -In the first quarter of 2026, Arnold Ventures ( AV ) awarded more than 12 new research grants through its open request for proposals ( RFP ) for criminal justice research. These  more

NORTHFIELD, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Medical] -- The College of American Pathologists issued the following news release: * * * Guideline Updates Target Diagnostic Errors with Structured Review * NORTHFIELD, Ill. (May 27, 2026) -Improved patient care starts with accurate diagnoses. A newly updated evidence-based guideline calls for structured, timely case reviews to reduce interpretive errors in pathology and strengthen patient outcomes. Developed by the College of American Pathologists   more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 28 -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez issued the following news release on May 27, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ LEADS COALITION OPPOSING KIDS ACT, SUPPORTS STRONGER ONLINE PROTECTIONS FOR CHILDREN Attorney General Anne Lopez today announced that Hawaii and three other states are leading a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general opposing the federal Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act ("KIDS Act"), H.R. 7757, arguing the bill would weaken states' ability to  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 25 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Pritzker Announces $5 Million Available for Tourism Grant Programs Eligible entities can now apply for funding through the Route 66, International Tourism, and Tourism Marketing Partnership Grant Programs - CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $5 million is available in tourism funding through thre  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 28 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 26, 2026: * * * Illinois DCFS celebrates national #1 ranking in kinship care; reports progress made in KIND Act implementation State leaders highlight new Relative Caregiver Certification program and expanded permanency pathways for youth in care - State government leaders joined the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the ACLU of Illinois, and community partners   more

DEKALB, Illinois, May 27 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Inaugural award presented for scholarly publication * May 27, 2026 jdonahue AHCD, CHHS, College of Health and Human Sciences, School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology The College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) has named the first winner of its Outstanding Scholarly Publication of the Year award, and the honored paper gives bilingual children a fuller way to b  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 26 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Leading Public Library Groups Call for E-book Action * ULC, PLA, CULC/CBUC, COSLA, ARSL seek sustainable pricing for digital access for all readers As community demand continues to ramp up, organizations representing the vast majority of North American public libraries today released a joint statement calling for change in licensing for digital content. The explosion   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: * * * Loyola Receives Top Rating for Sustainability Performance * Loyola University Chicago has earned the Platinum rating - the highest possible - from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) in their Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS). With more than 1,200 participants in 52 countries, Loyola is the first institution in the Midwest  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: BizHospital] -- Northwestern Medicine issued the following news release: * * * Marianjoy Driver Rehabilitation Program Supports Drivers on the Autism Spectrum * WHEATON, Ill. - A specialized driving rehabilitation program at Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital is helping teens and young adults on the autism spectrum learn safe driving skills and gain independence behind-the-wheel. Designed to address the unique learning styles, sensory  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 -- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Marianjoy Driver Rehabilitation Program Supports Drivers on the Autism Spectrum * WHEATON, Ill. - A specialized driving rehabilitation program at Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital is helping teens and young adults on the autism spectrum learn safe driving skills and gain independence behind-the-wheel. Designed to address the unique learning styles, sensory n  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * May Consumer Confidence Signals Continued Consumer Hesitation * New data released Tuesday by The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index suggests Americans remain cautious heading into the summer season, despite broader economic fundamentals that continue to show resilience. The Consumer Confidence Index slipped modestly to 93.1 in May 2026, down from an  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Minnesota Narrows PFAS Reporting Requirements for Legacy Products * Earlier this week, Minnesota lawmakers revised the state's PFAS reporting law to clarify that reporting obligations apply only to products manufactured on or after July 1, 2023 -an important distinction for boat manufacturers managing complex component supply chains and legacy inventory. Th  more

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 28 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Researchers found that 'diversifying' social feeds cut exposure to toxic content while preserving platform enjoyment Engagement-based algorithms amplify outrage and toxic political content -- but a simple redesign can curb it without driving users away - A new study from Northwestern University and the University of Chicago offers underlying evidence that the engagement-based algorithms u  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 26 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Sunday Joins Coalition Opposing KIDS Act, Supports Stronger Online Protections for Children * HARRISBURG - Attorney General Sunday announced today Pennsylvania has joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general opposing the federal Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act ("KIDS Act"), H.R. 7757, arguing the bill would weaken states' ability to protect children   more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, May 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Powerhouse presentations, ranked showdowns and conference clashes fuel ESPN's blockbuster broadcast schedule for the 2026-27 college football season * * ESPN reveals Weeks 0-3 of 2026-27 college football season along with conference championship games and special date games * ABC and ESPN spotlight early-season marquee matchups, including Clemson at LSU, Ohio State   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Recreational Boating Industry Urged to Submit Comments on NOAA Vessel Strike Reduction Rule by June 2 * Members of the recreational boating industry have until June 2 to submit comments to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on the future of the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction rule. This is a critical opportunity f  more

WASHINGTON, May 27 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Davis, Cohen, Clyburn Lead Legislation to Create Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park * Washington, D.C. -This month, Representatives Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Steve Cohen (D-TN), and James E. Clyburn (D-SC) led the House introduction of the Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act, legislation to establish a multi-site National Historical P  more

INA, Illinois, May 28 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news: * * * RLCF High 5 Scholarship: Investing in the Future of Healthcare with Deaconess Illinois Auxiliary Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Auxiliary has added a High 5 Scholarship Endowment to its long list of significant impact in the community. Gifted through the Rend Lake College Foundation, this endowment will support generations of RLC students. Members of Deaconess IL Crossroads Auxiliary present a check to Rend Lake Colle  more

WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 27, 2026: * * * Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts Bill Would Expand Federal Funding Opportunities for the Great Lakes Commission Which Leads Regional Efforts to Protect Our Great Lakes and Vital Water Resources * U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen federal support for Great Lakes research and conservation efforts.   more

DALLAS, Texas, May 28 -- Trammell Crow Co., a developer and investor in commercial real estate, posted the following news release: * * * TCC Breaks Ground on Building 2 of Plainfield Business Center in Chicagoland The 788,320-square-foot building will deliver in Q3 2027 - Chicago, IL - Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a leading commercial real estate developer, has broken ground on Building 2 of Plainfield Business Center in Plainfield, Illinois, approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown C  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 26 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Tennessee Attorney General Skrmetti Joins Coalition Opposing KIDS Act, Supports Stronger Online Protections for Children * Today, Attorney General Skrmetti announced Tennessee has joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general opposing the federal Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act ("KIDS Act"), H.R. 7757, arguing the bill would weaken states' ability to protect children online  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release: * * * TransUnion Named One of America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2026 by Newsweek * TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) is proud to announce it has been named one of Newsweek's Most Trustworthy Companies in America for 2026, recognizing organizations that demonstrate strong trust with customers, employees and investors. TransUnion is a global information and insig  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 27 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Clinches Two Deal of the Year Honors at Global M&A Network's Turnaround Atlas Awards * NEW YORK - Troutman Pepper Locke received two Deal of the Year Awards at the Global M&A Network 's Turnaround Atlas Awards in the special situation M&A and distressed investment categories. These honors build on the firm's recognition for USA Distressed M&A Deal   more

WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Department Announces Final Four in $1 Million ARPA-I Ideas Challenge * The Final Four were chosen from 448 submissions from innovators nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Department of Transportation has selected four teams to advance to the finals of the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Infrastructure (ARPA-I) Ideas and Innovation Challenge ("Ideas Challenge").  more

AUSTIN, Texas, May 28 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Scientists Map Proteins From Billion-Year-Old Organism and Discover New Links to Rare Diseases Researchers have identified genes previously unknown to be connected to three rare disorders, a discovery that sheds new light on the genetic causes of human diseases. - By comparing groups of proteins found in a wide range of species, and by using animal models and human patient data, a University o  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 28 -- The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health issued the following news: * * * What's the tick forecast? New research tracks tick distribution and rising disease risk across Wisconsin By Mary Ellen Gabriel While most people dread finding a tick stuck to their clothing or skin, Johnny Uelmen is literally beating the bushes for them. On a recent Friday morning at Picnic Point, a wooded path on campus, Uelmen and graduate students Sazeda Akter   more

SACRAMENTO, California, May 27 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Unlawful, Unconstitutional, and Undemocratic: Attorney General Bonta Stands with D.C. Residents Who Want National Guard Troops Off Their Streets * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday joined a multistate amicus brief (https://oag.ca.gov/system/files/attachments/press-docs/2026-05-26%20-%20Multistate%20Amicus%20Brief%20ISO%20DC%20National%20Guard%20Appeal%20%280  more

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 28 (TNSjou) -- The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee campus issued the following news release: * * * UWM research sheds new light on the evolution of hagfish eyes New research led by a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee geoscientist provides insight into how one of the most primitive living vertebrates evolved its uniquely simple visual system. The study, published in Biology Letters on May 27, examines fossilized hagfish eyes to reconstruct how their modern, reduced  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 28 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Advocates for Stronger Guardrails Around Internet Safety Joins coalition of Attorneys General in letter opposing bill that would weaken digital safety for Virginia's children - Today, Attorney General Jay Jones joined a coalition of Attorneys General writing in opposition to the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act), H.R. 7757. Despite its name, th  more

MACOMB, Illinois, May 27 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Performing Arts Society Raises Nearly $25,000 at 2026 Gala; Announces Strong Early Season Ticket Sales for Goldfarb Center Inaugural Season * The gala also marked the unveiling of the inaugural season for the upcoming Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, with season ticket subscriptions now available for purchase. More than $14,000 in ticket sales were generated by the end of the evening. MA  more