Saturday - July 4, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Nevada

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"Trump's No Tax On Tips Gamble Risks Falling Short With Disgruntled Vegas Voters" [Bloomberg]
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * "Trump's No Tax On Tips Gamble Risks Falling Short With Disgruntled Vegas Voters" [Bloomberg] * New reporting from Bloomberg highlights what Southern Nevadans have been feeling for the past year: "higher costs for groceries, healthcare, housing, and gas." The report is also flashing warning signs for out-of-touch Marty O'Donnell, who has whole-heartedly backed Republicans' cost-s  more
2025 Lake Tahoe Clarity Report Released
DAVIS, California, June 9 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * 2025 Lake Tahoe Clarity Report Released * Staring into the depths of Lake Tahoe, you might think the view goes on forever. But researchers at the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center have been tracking precisely how far a person can see through the famed lake's waters for nearly 60 years and sharing the results in the annual Lake Tahoe Clarity Report. The 2025 Lake Tahoe Clarity Report,  more
2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Div. I All-Region Teams Announced
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 10 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Div. I All-Region Teams Announced The 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I All-Region Teams have been announced across all eight regions. The teams are selected by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association, with the process overseen by the ABCA NCAA Div. I All-America & Coach of the Year Committee. The committee is chaired by Brian Green of Wichit  more
2026 ABCA/Rawlings NJCAA Div. I, II & III All-America Teams Announced
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 11 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NJCAA Div. I, II & III All-America Teams Announced The 2026 NJCAA Division I, II and III All-America Teams have been released by the American Baseball Coaches Association and Rawlings Sporting Goods in conjunction with the NJCAA national office. In all divisions, the ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove Teams will be announced on Wednesday, June 17. ABCA/Rawlings National   more
A.G. Jones Continues Fight for Virginians Amidst Cost Crisis
RICHMOND, Virginia, June 10 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on June 9, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Continues Fight for Virginians Amidst Cost Crisis 24-state coalition defends recent court win and appeals procedural ruling over unlawful tariffs - Attorney General Jay Jones joined 23 other Attorneys General today to defend a major court victory on behalf of Virginians. The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) recently struck down Presid  more
AG Brown joins challenge to federal administration's culture war on contractors
OLYMPIA, Washington, June 10 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown joins challenge to federal administration's culture war on contractors * Attorney General Nick Brown today joined a coalition with 19 other attorneys general in suing the federal administration over the addition of new contract terms that-in the name of purging any "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) initiatives-impose unclear and confusing requirements on state  more
AG Campbell Challenges Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates On Federal Contractors
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 10 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Challenges Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates On Federal Contractors * Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) from federal contracting -  more
AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors
LANSING, Michigan, June 11 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts (PDF) that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) from federal contracting - impose  more
Ahead of General Election, NV Dems Launch Accountability Hub on The Lombardo-Trump Economy
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 9 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Ahead of General Election, NV Dems Launch Accountability Hub on The Lombardo-Trump Economy * Ahead of the general election, NV Dems is rolling out an accountability hub laying out how Joe Lombardo and Donald Trump's agenda has driven up food, gas, health care, and other everyday costs -a massive vulnerability for Lombardo in one of the most competitive gubernatorial races in the country. While  more
Alford Applauds Labor-HHS-Education Funding Bill's Focus on Mental & Rural Health Care
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Alford Applauds Labor-HHS-Education Funding Bill's Focus on Mental & Rural Health Care * Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after the House Appropriations Committee passed the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education funding bill for fiscal year 2027. "I was proud to support the Labor-HHS-Education funding bill, which delivers smart, targeted investments i  more
American Rivers' Policy Statement on Colorado River Management
WASHINGTON, June 11 [Category: Environment] -- American Rivers posted the following news release: * * * American Rivers' Policy Statement on Colorado River Management * The Colorado River continues to make headlines nationwide as the impacts of nearly three decades of drought are felt by the 40 million people reliant the river. At the same time, the seven states within the Colorado River basin tasked with managing the river are at an impasse, following years of negotiations, regarding how th  more
Americans for Tax Reform Applauds Winning Pledge Signers in June 9 Primaries
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on June 10, 2026, by Theresa Grover: * * * ATR Applauds Winning Pledge Signers in June 9 Primaries Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) congratulates Taxpayer Protection Pledge signers who won primary elections in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina. By signing the Pledge, these candidates have made a written commitment to taxpayers to oppose and vote against tax hikes if elected to Congress. Maine * Pau  more
Americans for Tax Reform: David Flippo Makes "No New Taxes" Promise to Nevada Voters
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on June 4, 2026, by Adam Radman: * * * David Flippo Makes "No New Taxes" Promise to Nevada Voters Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) applauds David Flippo for being the first candidate in the NV-02 race to sign the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, a written commitment to the voters of Nevada to oppose and vote against tax hikes. Candidates often make campaign promises not to raise taxes, only to abandon taxpayers once elec  more
Americans for Tax Reform: Examples of Good News Arising From Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on June 4, 2026, by John Kartch: * * * Examples of Good News Arising from Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions In addition to across-the-board tax cuts for households, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by President Trump on July 4 provides full business expensing for American businesses. In their own words, U.S. employers describe the benefits of the expensing provisions in the bill: Beauty  more
Americans for Tax Reform: James Settelmeyer Makes "No New Taxes" Promise to Nevada Voters
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on June 4, 2026, by Adam Radman: * * * James Settelmeyer Makes "No New Taxes" Promise to Nevada Voters Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) applauds James Settelmeyer for signing the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, a written commitment to the voters of Nevada to oppose and vote against income tax hikes. Candidates often make campaign promises not to raise taxes, only to abandon taxpayers once elected. The Taxpayer Protectio  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Continues Fight Against Illegal Tariffs
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 10 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on June 9, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Continues Fight Against Illegal Tariffs Attorney General Mayes today took action in federal court and continued defending a major court victory for consumers. The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) recently struck down President Trump's latest efforts to unlawfully impose tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. The Tr  more
Ascension Saint Thomas Foundation Leadership Announced
WASHINGTON, June 9 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Saint Thomas Foundation Leadership Announced * The Ascension Saint Thomas Foundation announced several key leadership appointments to advance the mission of improving the health and well-being of the communities served by the health system. The appointments will strengthen philanthropic support, deepen donor engagement and expand community partner  more
Attorney General Bonta Files Amicus Brief in Support of New York Measures Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings
SACRAMENTO, California, June 12 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Files Amicus Brief in Support of New York Measures Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings * Urges Court of Appeals to uphold dismissal of Trump Administration lawsuit OAKLAND - California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in defending a district court's dismissal of the Trump Administration's lawsuit challe  more
Attorney General Bonta Pushes Back Against Trump Administration's Continued Efforts to Intimidate Providers of Medically Necessary Care for Minors
SACRAMENTO, California, June 10 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Pushes Back Against Trump Administration's Continued Efforts to Intimidate Providers of Medically Necessary Care for Minors * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief opposing the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ)'s attempt to obtain personal health information abou  more
Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful, Confusing New Requirements for Federal Contractors
SACRAMENTO, California, June 10 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful, Confusing New Requirements for Federal Contractors * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today co-led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump Administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that -in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) -impose uncle  more
Attorney General Bonta Urges Congress to Continue Funding Legal Services for Low-Income Americans and Vulnerable Communities
SACRAMENTO, California, June 11 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Urges Congress to Continue Funding Legal Services for Low-Income Americans and Vulnerable Communities * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general, urged Congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) in the Fiscal Year 2027 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related   more
Attorney General Bonta Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill
SACRAMENTO, California, June 12 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill * Coalition urges U.S. Senate to modify House-passed Farm Bill to restore food assistance funding for millions of Americans OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental   more
Attorney General Bonta Waves the Red Flag on Youth Exposure to Tobacco Marketing in Formula 1
SACRAMENTO, California, June 8 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Waves the Red Flag on Youth Exposure to Tobacco Marketing in Formula 1 * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in sending a letter to the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 (F1) regarding tobacco industry and nicotine sponsorship. Despite F1's 2006 policy prohibiting cigaret  more
Attorney General Clark Brings a Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors
MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 10 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Brings a Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors * Coalition of 20 Attorneys General Join Multistate Effort Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, eq  more
Attorney General Clark Joins Coalition Supporting New York Measures Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings
MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 11 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Joins Coalition Supporting New York Measures Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings * Attorney General Clark Urges Court to Uphold Dismissal of Trump Administration Lawsuit Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in defending a district court's dismissal of the Trump administration's lawsuit challenging the Protect  more
Attorney General Clark Leads Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 To End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships
MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 8 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Leads Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 To End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships * Attorney General Charity Clark today led a coalition of attorneys general from 18 other states and jurisdictions in calling on the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 to prohibit sponsorships involving tobacco and nicotine products, including n  more
Attorney General Clark Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill
MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 12 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill * Coalition Calls on Senate to Reverse Federal Cuts that Threaten Food Assistance for Millions of Americans Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program   more
Attorney General Ford Secures Final Judgment in Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Unlawful $100k Tax for H-1B Visas
CARSON CITY, Nevada, June 8 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Secures Final Judgment in Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Unlawful $100k Tax for H-1B Visas * Carson City, NV - Attorney General Aaron D. Ford today celebrated a landmark final ruling from the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts striking down and vacating the Trump administration's unlawful policy imposing a $100,000 tax on new H-1B visa petitions. H  more
Attorney General Ford Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill
CARSON CITY, Nevada, June 12 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill * Coalition Calls on Senate to Reverse Federal Cuts that Threaten Food Assistance for Millions of Americans Carson City, NV - Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford joined a coalition of 23 other attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental Nutri  more
Attorney General James Secures $36.5 Million from CVS for Defrauding Medicaid
ALBANY, New York, June 9 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $36.5 Million from CVS for Defrauding Medicaid * June 9, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James joined a bipartisan coalition of 36 other attorneys general and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) in securing $36.5 million from CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (CVS) for fraudulently overbilling Medicaid for insulin prescriptions. From 2010   more
Attorney General James Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill
ALBANY, New York, June 12 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Urges Congress to Restore SNAP Benefits and Protect Food Assistance in Farm Bill * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and eligibility protections in the upcoming Farm Bill and reject efforts to   more
Attorney General James Wins Case Protecting Immigrant Workers
ALBANY, New York, June 8 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Wins Case Protecting Immigrant Workers * June 8, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today won her lawsuit against the Trump administration for imposing an illegal $100,000 fee on all new applicants for H-1B visas, a critical program that allows highly-trained immigrants to temporarily work in the United States. H-1B recipients fill essenti  more
Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Agents Track Down and Arrest 22-Year-Old Nevada Man Accused of Victimizing Acadiana Child Online
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, June 12 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Agents Track Down and Arrest 22-Year-Old Nevada Man Accused of Victimizing Acadiana Child Online * Agents with Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation tracked down and arrested a 22-year-old from Nevada for victimizing an Acadiana child through online exploitation and other internet-based crimes.   more
Attorney General Phil Weiser joins lawsuit challenging unlawful Trump mandates on federal contractors
DENVER, Colorado, June 10 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser joins lawsuit challenging unlawful Trump mandates on federal contractors * June 10, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" from federal contracting - imp  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser leads bipartisan coalition urging Congress to continue legal services for veterans, rural Coloradans
DENVER, Colorado, June 10 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser leads bipartisan coalition urging Congress to continue legal services for veterans, rural Coloradans * June 10, 2026 (DENVER) -Attorney General Phil Weiser today led a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation, the nation's largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income   more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CO-LEADS LAWSUIT CHALLENGING UNLAWFUL TRUMP ADMINISTRATION MANDATES ON FEDERAL CONTRACTORS
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 10 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CO-LEADS LAWSUIT CHALLENGING UNLAWFUL TRUMP ADMINISTRATION MANDATES ON FEDERAL CONTRACTORS Attorney General Kwame Raoul today co-led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity and inclusion" from federal contracting -   more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION SUPPORTING NEW YORK MEASURES ENSURING PUBLIC SAFETY IN STATE BUILDINGS
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 11 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION SUPPORTING NEW YORK MEASURES ENSURING PUBLIC SAFETY IN STATE BUILDINGS * Raoul Urges Court to Uphold Dismissal of Trump Administration Lawsuit Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today led a coalition of 22 attorneys general in defending a district court's dismissal of the Trump administration's lawsuit challenging the Protect Our Courts Act  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES CONGRESS TO RESTORE SNAP BENEFITS AND PROTECT FOOD ASSISTANCE IN FARM BILL
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 12 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES CONGRESS TO RESTORE SNAP BENEFITS AND PROTECT FOOD ASSISTANCE IN FARM BILL * Coalition Calls on Senate to Reverse Federal Cuts that Threaten Food Assistance for Millions of Americans Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES FORMULA 1 TO END TOBACCO AND NICOTINE PRODUCT SPONSORSHIPS
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 8 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES FORMULA 1 TO END TOBACCO AND NICOTINE PRODUCT SPONSORSHIPS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in calling on the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 to prohibit sponsorships involving tobacco and nicotine products, including nicotine pouches, and terminate all existing sponsorsh  more
Attorney General Rayfield Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors
SALEM, Oregon, June 10 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of 19 other attorneys general today sued the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) from federal contracting - impose unclear an  more
Attorney General Rayfield Keeps Fighting Against Trump's Unlawful Tariffs
SALEM, Oregon, June 9 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Keeps Fighting Against Trump's Unlawful Tariffs * 24-state coalition defends recent court win and appeals procedural ruling Attorney General Dan Rayfield today took action in federal court and continued defending a major court victory for consumers. The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) recently struck down President Trump's latest efforts to unlawfully imp  more
Attorney General Sunday leads bipartisan coalition urging Congress to continue legal services for veterans, rural communities
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 10 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Sunday leads bipartisan coalition urging Congress to continue legal services for veterans, rural communities * HARRISBURG -Attorney General Dave Sunday today led a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation, the nation's largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income American  more
Attorney General Tong Joins Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors
HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 10 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Joins Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors * Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) from federal contracting - impo  more
BLS Southwest Region Issues Report on Employer Costs for Employee Compensation for the Regions March 2026
DALLAS, Texas, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation for the Regions March 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southwest Region * * * Private industry employer costs for employee compensation among the four regions of the country ranged from $41.59 per hour in the South to $54.61 in the Northeast in March 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. In the other two regions, hourly employer costs for employee compensatio  more
BLS Western Region Issues Report on Consumer Price Index, West Region May 2026
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, West Region May 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Western Region * * * Area prices were up 0.4 percent over the past month, up 3.5 percent from a year ago - The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the West region advanced 0.4 percent in May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The all items less food and energy index increased 0.2 percent. The  more
BLS Western Region Issues Report on County Employment and Wages in Nevada Fourth Quarter 2025
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- County Employment and Wages in Nevada Fourth Quarter 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Western Region - June 9, 2026 * * * Employment rose in both of Nevada's large counties from December 2024 to December 2025, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Chris Rosenlund noted that employment in both Clark and Washoe Counties increased 1.3 percent over the year. (See chart 1 and   more
BREAKING: Trump Presidency Has Cost Nevada Families Nearly $3,000 Extra on Average
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * BREAKING: Trump Presidency Has Cost Nevada Families Nearly $3,000 Extra on Average * WASHINGTON, DC - A new report released by the U.S. Congress's Joint Economic Committee (JEC) reveals that Donald Trump's presidency has cost Nevada families an additional $2,900 or more on average to date. From cost-raising tariffs to cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, Donald Trump's policies have made costs go up for hardwor  more
Brewing Better Health Episode 6: When movement is the prescription
RENO, Nevada, June 10 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Brewing Better Health Episode 6: When movement is the prescription * What happens when one of the nation's fastest-growing states does not have enough physical therapists? For Daryl Lawson, PT, MPT, D.Sc., professor and director of the Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health, that question is at the center of his work. Nevada ranks third from the bottom  more
Building Alumni Connections Through Quiet, Consistent Service
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 8 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Building Alumni Connections Through Quiet, Consistent Service * Jennifer Belch found her way to UNLV through a path shaped by both personal and professional experiences. After college, she relocated to Southern Nevada as her husband began his career, and over time, she found herself drawn to work rooted in service and connection. Since joining the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engage  more
Building the Future: Inside NNSS Modernization Efforts
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Nevada National Security Sites issued the following news: * * * Building the future: Inside NNSS modernization efforts The Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS) is undergoing a comprehensive modernization effort, building upon its rich history of contributions to nuclear weapons stockpile management, national security and pioneering nuclear science. This transformation is more than physical infrastructure -- it is a long-term investm  more
California Hospice and Palliative Care Association Urges Caution on Hospice Payment Rule and Data Integrity Concerns
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The California Hospice and Palliative Care Association, based in Elk Grove, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about the proposed FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update, the Hospice Conditions of Participation Updates, and the Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements. Offering detailed recommendations, CHAPCA highlighted potential risks related to current payment methodologies,  more
Chicago nurses return to work following one-day strike
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, June 12 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Chicago nurses return to work following one-day strike * Nurses at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago returned to work today following their one-day strike against Prime Healthcare's illegal firings of six nurses. After hundreds took to the strike line on June 11, nurses are back at the bedside ahead of next week's election to join National Nurses Organizing Committ  more
Club for Growth PAC Congratulates David Flippo on NV-02 Primary Victory
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Club for Growth PAC issued the following news release: * * * Club for Growth PAC Congratulates David Flippo on NV-02 Primary Victory Club for Growth PAC congratulates David Flippo on winning the Republican nomination for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District. Flippo, a retired lieutenant colonel in the United States Air Force, defeated James Settelmeyer to advance to the general election. Both Club for Growth PAC and President Donald Trump endorsed Flippo in the race. "A  more
Congressman Mackenzie Introduces Legislation to Modernize and Improve Childcare
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Mackenzie Introduces Legislation to Modernize and Improve Childcare * Washington D.C. -Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), representing the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos, introduced bipartisan legislation today to help working families access the child care services they count on. The Child Care Modernization Act updates and reauthorizes the Child Care and Development Block Grant (  more
Congresswoman Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Increasing Access to Affordable Child Care
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Increasing Access to Affordable Child Care * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) introduced the Child Care Modernization Act, bipartisan legislation expanding access to high-quality, affordable child care. "It's no secret how ridiculously expensive child care is in Nevada. Three out of four kids in our state do not have access to  more
Cortez Masto Bills to Combat Drought, Bolster Hydroelectric Power Pass Committee
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Bills to Combat Drought, Bolster Hydroelectric Power Pass Committee * Washington, D.C. - Today, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) passed two of U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto's (D-Nev.) bipartisan bills, the Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act and the Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act. These bills, which would combat drought and bol  more
Cortez Masto Joins Bipartisan Bill to Cap the Cost of Insulin at $35 Per Month
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Joins Bipartisan Bill to Cap the Cost of Insulin at $35 Per Month * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined bipartisan legislation led by Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and John Kennedy (R-La.) to lower the cost of insulin. The Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INS  more
Cortez Masto Joins Democratic Colleagues Urging USDA to Respond to the New World Screwworm Outbreak
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Joins Democratic Colleagues Urging USDA to Respond to the New World Screwworm Outbreak * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Ben Ray Lujan, Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to take immediate action to contain and respond to the  more
Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Leads Call for Strong Guardrails on Trump Administration Stonewalling of Wind and Solar Projects * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) led Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) in a letter to the leadership of Interior-Environment and Energy-Water Appropriations subcommittees calling on them to put guar  more
Cortez Masto Leads Effort to Protect the Right of Women to Cross State Lines to Seek Abortion Care
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Leads Effort to Protect the Right of Women to Cross State Lines to Seek Abortion Care * June 24, 2026, Marks Four Years Since the Supreme Court Overturned Roe v. Wade, Fifty Years of Precedent Washington, D.C. - Ahead of the four-year anniversary of the Supreme Court's disastrous Dobbs decision, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.  more
Cortez Masto, Daines Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Sensitive Taxpayer Information
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto, Daines Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Sensitive Taxpayer Information * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.) introduced bipartisan legislation to protect the privacy of American taxpayers' information. The bill would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase criminal and civil penalties for una  more
DARPA invites first wave of Lift Challenge competitors
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency issued the following news: * * * DARPA invites first wave of Lift Challenge competitors * DARPA invited the first tranche of teams to compete in the Lift Challenge, a national competition to revolutionize heavy vertical-lift aviation. These invited teams submitted drone designs that either demonstrate that they are lightweight and powerful enough to lift four times their own weight or show an innovation potential beyond cu  more
Democratic Governors Association Issues Statement on Nevada GOP Primary Results
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following statement on June 9, 2026: * * * DGA Statement on Nevada GOP Primary Results DGA Executive Director Meghan Meehan-Draper released the following statement in response to Gov. Joe Lombardo becoming the Republican nominee for governor in Nevada: "Joe Lombardo is the most vulnerable Republican governor in the country this cycle after spending his time in office as a rubber stamp for Trump's cost-raising agenda. "  more
Democratic Governors Association: As Inflation Hits 3 Year Highs, Republican Candidates for Governor Still Dismissing Concerns About Rising Costs
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on June 11, 2026: * * * As Inflation Hits 3 Year Highs, Republican Candidates for Governor Still Dismissing Concerns About Rising Costs Yesterday, inflation hit a three-year high and outpaced wage growth thanks to Donald Trump and Republicans' cost-raising Iran war and expensive agenda, and Trump himself even praised rising prices, saying, "I love the inflation." However, instead of fighting to lower costs   more
Department of the Interior Announces $461 Million for Parks and Outdoor Recreation Across America
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release on June 8, 2026: * * * Department of the Interior announces $461 million for parks and outdoor recreation across America Investments will leverage more than $900 million for parks, trails and outdoor recreation projects nationwide. - The Department of the Interior today announced the distribution of more than $327 million in formula grants and $134 million in competitive grants   more
DGA Chair Gov. Andy Beshear Statement on Aaron Ford Becoming the Democratic Nominee in Nevada
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following statement on June 9, 2026: * * * DGA Chair Gov. Andy Beshear Statement on Aaron Ford Becoming the Democratic Nominee in Nevada DGA Chair Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear released the following statement on Aaron Ford securing the Democratic nomination for governor in Nevada: "Congratulations to Aaron Ford on becoming the Democratic nominee for governor in Nevada. This is a top flip opportunity for the DGA, and we are   more
DNC Congratulates Aaron Ford on His Victory in the Nevada Gubernatorial Primary
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * DNC Congratulates Aaron Ford on His Victory in the Nevada Gubernatorial Primary The DNC congratulates Attorney General Aaron Ford on winning the Democratic nomination to be the next governor of Nevada. Democratic voters throughout the state backed candidates like Ford who are focused on lowering costs, protecting healthcare, creating good-paying jobs, supporting small businesses, and fighting for  more
Doormat for Donald: Joe Lombardo About to Stumble Into General Election
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 8 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Doormat for Donald: Joe Lombardo About to Stumble Into General Election * Joe Lombardo is about to stumble into the general election with zero real accomplishments of his own -focused solely on being Donald Trump's doormat. As Lombardo caves to Trump every chance he gets, he's going to have to answer for putting his cost-raising agenda over hardworking Nevadans. Under the Lombardo-Trump econom  more
EMILYs List Congratulates Kate Marshall on Advancing to the General Election in the Race for Reno Mayor
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following statement: * * * EMILYs List Congratulates Kate Marshall on Advancing to the General Election in the Race for Reno Mayor Following Kate Marshall advancing to the general election in the race for Reno mayor, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement: "EMILYs List is proud to congratulate Kate Marshall on advancing to the general election in the race for Reno mayor. Kate has spent her car  more
EMILYs List Congratulates Nicole Cannizzaro on Her Democratic Primary Victory in the Race for Nevada Attorney General
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following news release: * * * EMILYs List Congratulates Nicole Cannizzaro on Her Democratic Primary Victory in the Race for Nevada Attorney General * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following Nicole Cannizzaro's win in the Democratic primary for Nevada attorney general, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement: "EMILYs List congratulates Nicole Cannizzaro on her decisive primary win in the race for Nevada   more
EMILYs List-Endorsed Candidates Secure Democratic Nominations in Key Nevada Races Up and Down the Ballot
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following news release: * * * EMILYs List-Endorsed Candidates Secure Democratic Nominations in Key Nevada Races Up and Down the Ballot Following EMILYs List-endorsed candidates in critical statewide and state legislative races becoming the Democratic nominees, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the below statement:  "EMILYs List women have been and continue to be at the heart of a decade-long effort to secure an  more
Epson Expands Commercial Display Lineup With Its First All-in-One dvLED Displays Powered by COB Technology for the U.S. & Latin America
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 9 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * Epson Expands Commercial Display Lineup With Its First All-in-One dvLED Displays Powered by COB Technology for the U.S. & Latin America * As the demand for large-format visual experiences accelerate, more organizations are turning to direct view LED displays for their vivid, high-impact capabilities, particularly in bright, high ambient light environments. At the same ti  more
First Insurance and Risk Management Cohort Helps Open Doors for the Next Three
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 11 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * First Insurance and Risk Management Cohort Helps Open Doors for the Next Three * In March, nine students from UNLV's first insurance and risk management cohort stood before the board of the Nevada Surplus Lines Foundation. There were no slides or poster boards to make their case. Instead, one by one, they talked about what scholarship support had made possible for them -and what it could   more
Florida Man Sues Police Over Wrongful Arrest Due to False Facial Recognition Match
MIAMI, Florida, June 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida issued the following news release: * * * Florida Man Sues Police Over Wrongful Arrest Due to False Facial Recognition Match * JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Robert Dillon is suing the Jacksonville Beach Police Department, as well as the Jacksonville and Pinellas County Sheriff's Offices, after he was wrongfully arrested due to a faulty facial recognition match. The police relied on an incorrect result from fa  more
Florida Man Sues Police Over Wrongful Arrest Due to False Facial Recognition Match
NEW YORK, June 10 [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: * * * Florida Man Sues Police Over Wrongful Arrest Due to False Facial Recognition Match JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Robert Dillon is suing the Jacksonville Beach Police Department, as well as the Jacksonville and Pinellas County Sheriff's Offices, aft  more
Furman's World Cup Legacy Continues to Shape the Game
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, June 10 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Furman's World Cup Legacy Continues to Shape the Game * When the FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, Furman University may not have a player on the field, but the Paladins' influence on the world's biggest sporting event remains impossible to ignore. For more than two decades, Furman maintained one of the most remarkable World Cup streaks in Am  more
Graduate researcher contributes to landmark U.N. report presented at COP15 in Brazil
RENO, Nevada, June 8 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Graduate researcher contributes to landmark U.N. report presented at COP15 in Brazil * Dozens of Amazonian fish glided overhead in an aquarium as scientists and policymakers from around the world sat below, discussing the future of migratory species that cross borders and continents. University of Nevada, Reno graduate student Zach Bess sat in the glow of Brazil's Bioparque Pantanal -the world's largest fresh  more
Guiding the Next Generation of Physicians
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 9 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Guiding the Next Generation of Physicians * Las Vegas has always been known for its dazzling lights, beautiful casinos, and bountiful entertainment options, but these were not what ultimately led Dr. Edwin Avallone - associate professor and internal medicine residency associate program director in the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Department of Internal Medicine - to move to th  more
HAWAII A.G. LOPEZ LEADS MULTISTATE EFFORT URGING FORMULA 1 TO END TOBACCO AND NICOTINE PRODUCT SPONSORSHIPS
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 9 -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez issued the following news release on June 8, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL LOPEZ LEADS MULTISTATE EFFORT URGING FORMULA 1 TO END TOBACCO AND NICOTINE PRODUCT SPONSORSHIPS Attorney General Anne Lopez today announced Hawaii is co-leading a coalition of attorneys general from 18 states and jurisdictions in calling on the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 to prohibit sponsorships involving tobacco and nic  more
Hawaii A.G. Lopez, 19 Co-Signers Issue Letter to Federation Internationale De L'Automobile, Formula 1 Group
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 10 (TNSletter) -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez, with 19 co-signers issued the following letter to Federation Internationale de l'Automobile and Formula 1 Group: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 8, 2026 Stefano Domenicali, CEO Formula 1 Group 2 St. James's Market London, SW1Y 4AH United Kingdom - Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President Federation Internationale de l'Automobile 8 place de la Concorde 75008 Paris France - Dear Mr. Domenicali and Mr.  more
Heinrich Raises Questions on Potential Ethics Violations by Senior Official at Department of the Interior
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Heinrich Raises Questions on Potential Ethics Violations by Senior Official at Department of the Interior * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Burgum requesting a briefing from the Department's Designated Ethics Official (DAO) rega  more
Herbicide spraying for cheatgrass not always necessary, new research shows
BOULDER, Colorado, June 10 -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus posted the following news: * * * Herbicide spraying for cheatgrass not always necessary, new research shows * In recent decades, ecologists and land managers across the American West have treated cheatgrass as a threat. On lands where the scraggly plant, which produces seeds that burrow into socks and shoelaces, thrives, native plants seem to suffer. When the organism wilts and dries up in summer, it can become ready f  more
History Is Made: Indiana Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 9 -- The American Counseling Association issued the following news release: * * * History Is Made: Indiana Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Indiana is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines. Currently, other states that can grant these privileges include Arizona, Minnesota, Ohio, Louisiana and Georgia, w  more
Horsford Confronts Social Security Commissioner Over Nevada's Longest-in-the-Nation Wait Times
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford Confronts Social Security Commissioner Over Nevada's Longest-in-the-Nation Wait Times * WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today questioned Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano at a House Ways and Means Committee hearing, demanding accountability for deteriorating service conditions at Social Security offices and an alarming data breach facilitate  more
Horsford on Digital Assets: Get It Right, Not Just Get It Done
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford on Digital Assets: Get It Right, Not Just Get It Done * WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today spoke at the House Ways and Means Committee hearing on digital asset tax legislation, raising the need to address key concerns about the proposed bills. Congressman Horsford has spent the past year as one of Congress's leading voices on digital asset tax reform. Together wi  more
How Amentum Fire Protection Personnel Safeguard Communities and Missions
GERMANTOWN, Maryland, June 8 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: * * * How Amentum Fire Protection Personnel Safeguard Communities and Missions * Amentum's mission to advance global safety includes a dedicated team of fire protection professionals who safeguard lives, property, and the environment. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) recently renewed its contract with Amen  more
How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 12 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week? * CNBC : Trump says 'I love the inflation' after consumer price index hits 3-year high Las Vegas Sun : US households, businesses stung by higher energy prices that have pushed inflation above 4% Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nevada -from driving up costs to leaving   more
ICYMI: Against the Odds, Amodei Guides Homeland Security Bill Through Committee
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Against the Odds, Amodei Guides Homeland Security Bill Through Committee * Washington, D.C. - This week, the House Appropriations Committee approved Subcommittee Chairman Amodei's FY27 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill, delivering a hard-fought victory during one of the most pivotal and politically contentious periods in the Department's history. Rep. Mark Amodei has served on the House Ap  more
In Committee, Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan National Defense Bill with Major Wins for Nevada, Servicemembers
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * In Committee, Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan National Defense Bill with Major Wins for Nevada, Servicemembers * Senator Rosen Helped Write and Pass the Legislation to Provide A 3.6% Pay Raise for Troops, Establish A Uniform Policy on Hate Symbols, Authorize Military Construction Projects in Nevada, And More WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced several major wins for serv  more
IRS: More Than Half the U.S. States Signed Up to Participate in the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program Enacted Under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service issued the following news: * * * More than half the U.S. States signed up to participate in the federal scholarship tax credit program enacted under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill The Internal Revenue Service announced that 27 states have elected to participate in the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) program, which enables eligible taxpayers to claim a federal tax credit for qualified contributions to Schola  more
ISU Professor Establishes Ultracycling Record Crossing Utah
POCATELLO, Idaho, June 8 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * ISU Professor Establishes Ultracycling Record Crossing Utah * Winston posted the record in the Women's 50-59 standard bicycle category, and it stands as the first certified women's time across Utah. Her moving speed averaged 15.2 miles per hour. Winston decided to pursue the record after discovering that few or no WUCA women's records existed across many Western states. "Ultracycling is growing as a sport an  more
Justice Department Moves to Strip U.S. Citizenship From 17 Naturalized Sex Offenders, Fraudsters, Drug Dealers, and More
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on June 8, 2026: * * * Justice Department Moves to Strip U.S. Citizenship from 17 Naturalized Sex Offenders, Fraudsters, Drug Dealers, and More The Department of Justice announced today that it filed denaturalization actions in various U.S. district courts against 17 individuals accused of serious offenses--including sexual abuse of a minor, wire and bank fraud, and distributing drugs wholesale without a li  more
Keeping Workers Safe: USU Industrial Hygiene Students Awarded National Scholarships
LOGAN, Utah, June 12 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Keeping Workers Safe: USU Industrial Hygiene Students Awarded National Scholarships * Three Utah State University undergraduate scholars are recipients of competitive scholarships awarded annually by the American Industrial Hygiene Foundation. Ashley Castaneda Alvarez, Elizabeth Stanley and Carter White were among 60 honorees, selected from student applicants from throughout the United States and Canada, recogni  more
KFF: Maine Homelessness Falls, But More Than 2,600 People Still Without Stable Housing
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Maine recorded 2,695 people experiencing homelessness according to the latest Point-in-Time survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in January 2024. Data compiled by KFF show that while the state's homeless population declined from the previous year, thousands of residents continue to experience housing instability, with the vast majority relying on shelters, transitional housing, and emergency accommodation rather than living unsheltered.   more
KFF: New Mexico Sees Growing Homelessness Challenge as Unsheltered Population Remains High
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- New Mexico is facing a homelessness challenge according to the latest Point-in-Time survey conducted by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in January 2024. Data complied by KFF show that the state continues to struggle with both sheltered and unsheltered homelessness, reflecting broader national trends but with distinctive local characteristics. According to New Mexico's 2024 count, approximately 4,649 people were experiencing homelessness on a single night.  more
KFF: North Carolina Homelessness Surges as Sheltered and Unsheltered Populations Reach Record Levels
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- North Carolina experienced a sharp rise in homelessness in 2024, with the latest Point-in-Time count showing 11,626 people experiencing homelessness on a single January night, up from 9,754 in 2023. The increase of 1,872 people represents a 19% year-over-year jump, closely matching the national increase of 18%. The KFF data, sourced from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's 2025 Point-in-Time Estimates of Homelessness, indicate that homelessness in North  more
KFF: U.S. Homelessness Data Climbs Sharply as Unsheltered Population Remains a Major Challenge
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- The number of people experiencing homelessness in the U.S. reached a record level in the latest Point-in-Time count, according to data compiled by the health policy organization KFF. The figures, collected during the last 10 days of January, provide a one-night snapshot of homelessness across all states. The table, sourced from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's 2025 Point-in-Time Estimates of Homelessness, shows that an estimated 771,480 people were e  more
Lawsuit Seeks Endangered Species Protection for Western Ridged Mussels
WASHINGTON, June 9 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Lawsuit Seeks Endangered Species Protection for Western Ridged Mussels * PORTLAND, Ore. -The Center for Biological Diversity sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today for failing to decide whether western ridged mussels should be protected under the Endangered Species Act. "Western ridged mussels are sliding toward extinction and it's clear they won't get any help from  more
Los Alamos Study Group: Plutonium 'pit' Production Now a $60 Billion Program - $20 Billion Down, $40 Billion to Go
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, June 8 -- The Los Alamos Study Group issued the following news release: * * * Plutonium "pit" production now a $60 billion program -- $20 billion down, $40 billion to go Today the Los Alamos Study Group released updated cost estimates for the acquisition of plutonium warhead core ("pit") production capability at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in New Mexico, the Savannah River Site (SRS) in South Carolina, and other sites. The estimate is based on the Preside  more
Md. A.G. Brown Co-Leads Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors
BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 11 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on June 10, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Co-Leads Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump Administration Mandates on Federal Contractors Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today co-led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration over the addition of new terms to federal contracts that - in the name of purging "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) from feder  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Congress to Continue Legal Services for Veterans, Rural Communities
BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 11 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on June 10, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Congress to Continue Legal Services for Veterans, Rural Communities Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation (LSC), the nation's largest funder of civil legal aid for low-  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Coalition Supporting New York Law Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings
BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 13 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on June 12, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Coalition Supporting New York Law Ensuring Public Safety in State Buildings Amicus Brief Argues Federal Government Cannot Require States to Enforce Immigration Law in Courthouses - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in defending a district court's dismissal of the Trump administration's  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 to End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships
BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 9 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on June 8, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 to End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of attorneys general from 19 states and jurisdictions in calling on the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 to prohibit sponsorships involving tobacco and nicotine prod  more
Memories take flight at Banner Health's annual butterfly release in Greeley
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 10 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Memories take flight at Banner Health's annual butterfly release in Greeley * GREELEY, Colo. (June 10, 2026) - Banner Health invites community members to gather for Memories with Wings, its annual butterfly release and memorial service, on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The event offers a meaningful opportunity to honor loved ones who have passed in hospice care or reflect alongside others.   more
Montana Named Top State to Start a Business
HELENA, Montana, June 10 -- Gov. Greg Gianforte, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Montana Named Top State to Start a Business * HELENA, Mont. - Governor Greg Gianforte today announced that Montana was ranked as the 12th best state to start a business in 2026. "Montana is open for business," Gov. Gianforte said. "Since taking office, we've removed burdensome regulations, cut taxes, strengthened our workforce, and increased the supply of affordable housing to support the bu  more
More Than a Scholarship: S-STEM Program Boosts Support for All Students
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 9 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * More Than a Scholarship: S-STEM Program Boosts Support for All Students * Less than 40% of students who begin college pursuing a STEM-related degree actually complete it, with most abandoning the majors within the first two years. UNLV's School of Life Sciences is working to change that through its Strengthening the Skill and Will to Succeed in STEM (S-STEM) program. While strong results a  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful Mandates on Federal Contractors
TRENTON, New Jersey, June 11 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on June 10, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful Mandates on Federal Contractors Federal Demands Complicate State Contracting Requirements in Latest Ideological Fight Against Diversity - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in suing the Trump Administration over the addition of new terms to federal contra  more
Nation's Top Scientists Endorse the Dignity Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Nation's Top Scientists Endorse the Dignity Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the GROW Coalition, representing the nation's leading scientific, engineering, research, and technology organizations, announced its support for the DIGNITY Act, warning that America's broken immigration system is making it harder to retain the very scientists, engineers, and innovators needed to keep the United States at t  more
NV Dems Chair Statement on NV-02 Primary Results
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 10 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NV Dems Chair Statement on NV-02 Primary Results * Nevada State Democratic Party Chair Daniele Monroe-Moreno released the following statement in response to Former Assembly Majority Leader Teresa Benitez-Thompson winning the Democratic nomination to defeat David Flippo this November: "Former Assembly Majority Leader Teresa Benitez-Thompson is a social worker, mom, and champion for her communi  more
NV Dems Chair Statement on the Nevada Treasurer Primary Results
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 9 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NV Dems Chair Statement on the Nevada Treasurer Primary Results * Nevada State Democratic Party Chair Daniele Monroe-Moreno released the following statement in response to Dr. Tya Mathis-Coleman winning the Democratic nomination for Treasurer: "I have had the privilege of witnessing first-hand how dedicated and hard-working Dr. Tya Mathis-Coleman is throughout the many years we have worked tog  more
NV Dems Statement on Joe Lombardo Gutting Hospice Care to Appease Donald Trump
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 5 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * NV Dems Statement on Joe Lombardo Gutting Hospice Care to Appease Donald Trump * Nevada State Democratic Party spokesperson Kate Sosland released the following statement on the Nevada Health Authority pausing state licensures of hospice and home health: "In Joe Lombardo's latest pathetic move to flatten himself into Donald Trump's doormat, he is now slashing Nevadans' access to critical healt  more
Over One Hundred Reproductive Freedom For All Members Gather in Washington D.C. for Annual Activist Summit
WASHINGTON, June 12 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Over One Hundred Reproductive Freedom For All Members Gather in Washington D.C. for Annual Activist Summit * ICYMI: Last week, Reproductive Freedom for All brought more than 100 activists from 20 states to Washington, D.C. for its annual Activist Summit and Lobby Day. Volunteers, storytellers, and organizers came together to strengthen   more
PASSED: Cortez Masto's Legislation to Help Tribes Apprehend Violent Criminals
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * PASSED: Cortez Masto's Legislation to Help Tribes Apprehend Violent Criminals * Washington, D.C. - The Senate unanimously passed U.S. Senator Cortez Masto's (D-Nev.) bipartisan legislation to allow the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) to help Tribal law enforcement track down violent criminals and search for missing children. The Tribal Warrant Fairness Act is part of Cortez Masto's yearslong p  more
Rep. Andrea Salinas Confronts Department of Energy Secretary Wright
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Andrea Salinas Confronts Department of Energy Secretary Wright * Click here (link is external) to watch the exchange. WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) confronted U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright during a Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. Rep. Salinas questioned Secretary Wright about rising energy and gas costs since Presi  more
Rep. Dina Titus Statement on Republican ICE Spending Bill
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Dina Titus Statement on Republican ICE Spending Bill * WASHINGTON -Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01) released a statement following her vote against today's Republican ICE spending bill. "Gas prices are rising. Grocery costs are up. Health care is too expensive. Yet, instead of addressing any of those issues in today's funding bill, Republicans passed a $70 billion-dollar blank check for ICE on to  more
Reproductive Freedom for All-Endorsed Candidates Aaron Ford, Sandra Jauregui, and Nicole Cannizzaro Win Nevada Primaries
WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All-Endorsed Candidates Aaron Ford, Sandra Jauregui, and Nicole Cannizzaro Win Nevada Primaries * : Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Contact: media@reproductivefreedomforall.org Carson City, NV - Last night, Reproductive Freedom for All-endorsed candidates Aaron Ford, Sandra Jauregui, and Nicole Cannizzaro won their D  more
Rosen Announces Over $21 Million in Federal Funding for Nevada to Combat Homelessness That She Pushed Trump Administration to Release
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Announces Over $21 Million in Federal Funding for Nevada to Combat Homelessness That She Pushed Trump Administration to Release * Earlier This Year, Senator Rosen Announced She Successfully Pushed the Trump Administration to Release These Funds After It Took Action That Would Compromise This Program WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced that more than $21 million in federal  more
Rosen Announces Republican Co-Sponsor for Bill to Secure Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Radiation and Toxins, Increasing Momentum
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Announces Republican Co-Sponsor for Bill to Secure Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Radiation and Toxins, Increasing Momentum Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced that Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) has co-sponsored Senator Rosen's Sergeant Dave Crete Fighting for the Overlooked Recognition of Groups Operating in Toxic Test Environments in Nevada (FORGOTTEN) Veterans Act. This bipart  more
Rosen Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Holocaust Education Advances out of Committee
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Holocaust Education Advances out of Committee * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced that her bipartisan Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (HEAL) Act advanced out of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bipartisan HEAL Act would strengthen Holocaust education at public schools and increase awareness  more
Rosen Successfully Helps Block Taxpayer Funding for Trump's Ballroom
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Successfully Helps Block Taxpayer Funding for Trump's Ballroom * WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and her Democratic Senate colleagues successfully stopped Senate Republicans from funneling $1 billion in taxpayer money to Donald Trump's White House ballroom. Despite Donald Trump's assurances that his gold-plated ballroom will be entirely privately funded, Senate Republicans attemp  more
Rosen, Ricketts Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Visa Processing Capacity, Support International Tourism
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen, Ricketts Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Visa Processing Capacity, Support International Tourism * WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) introduced a bill to strengthen the State Department's visa processing capacity. The bipartisan Expanded Consular Fellow Act would authorize the State Department to hire Consular Fellows in limited non-career appoint  more
Rosen, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Security Cooperation Between United States and Ukraine
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Security Cooperation Between United States and Ukraine * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) introduced a bill to increase security cooperation and strengthen defense capabilities between the United States and Ukraine. Specifically, the bipartisan Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act will create a workin  more
Sen. Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Urging Dept. of Agriculture to Address New World Screwworm Outbreak, Protect Farmers and Ranchers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Joins Senate Colleagues in Urging Dept. of Agriculture to Address New World Screwworm Outbreak, Protect Farmers and Ranchers Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Senate colleagues in urging the Department of Agriculture to immediately take further action to contain and respond to the outbreak of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the U.S. The first cases of the New World Screwworm were discove  more
SLB and Ormat Advance EGS Development with Data-Driven Site Selection in Nevada
HOUSTON, Texas, June 9 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release: * * * SLB and Ormat Advance EGS Development with Data-Driven Site Selection in Nevada * Desert Peak selected following integrated subsurface and geomechanical evaluation across multiple geothermal fields SLB and Ormat Technologies have selected Desert Peak in Nevada as the preferred location for a planned enhanced geothermal system (EGS) pilot, following a multi-site evaluation across ex  more
Suncoast Hotel & Casino Kicks Off June with High-Energy Bingo Events
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 11 [Category: BizEntertainment Industry] -- Boyd Gaming, operator of 27 gaming entertainment properties, posted the following news release: * * * Suncoast Hotel & Casino Kicks Off June with High-Energy Bingo Events * LAS VEGAS - Suncoast Hotel & Casino is turning June into a showcase of high-energy bingo with two themed events that bring music, color and major payouts to the bingo room. Electronic Bingo Jamz will take over the late-night session on June 13, followed b  more
Taft Adds 3 Partners in Denver, Expanding Environmental, Business, Financial Services, and Litigation Capabilities
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Taft Adds 3 Partners in Denver, Expanding Environmental, Business, Financial Services, and Litigation Capabilities * Taft, one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, continues the strategic growth of its Denver office with the addition of partners Robert Botts, Jr., Zane Gilmer, and Selena Samale. The group joins Taft from Stinson and brings significant experience in energy, envi  more
Taft Welcomes Construction Litigation Attorney to Denver Office
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Taft Welcomes Construction Litigation Attorney to Denver Office * Taft is pleased to announce that litigator Mac Malone has joined the firm's Denver office, further strengthening its Construction group. Malone focuses his practice on construction litigation and dispute resolution, representing project owners, contractors, architects, and engineers in matters involving construction   more
The Case Against Cody Whipple
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Cody Whipple * "Steven Horsford is a champion for working Nevadans. Whether he's pushing to lower housing costs, working to support small businesses, or securing federal funding to help keep communities safe, Nevadans know Steven's proven record of fighting for them. Cody Whipple, on the other hand, is an extremist with a price-hiking agenda that's flat-out devasta  more
The Case Against Marty O'Donnell
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Marty O'Donnell * "A bipartisan problem-solver, Susie Lee is fighting to lower costs for families, keep communities safe, and resurrect Southern Nevada's economy from a 'Trump Slump.' Meanwhile, right-wing podcaster Marty O'Donnell is making it clear his only loyalty is to his political party bosses. Instead of finding common ground to make Nevada more affordable,   more
Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection
WASHINGTON, June 11 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection * CARLSBAD, Calif. -The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026. "I'm so glad these unusual and rar  more
Two WKU students selected for NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, June 11 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * Two WKU students selected for NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates * Nolan French and Carrie Updegraff have been accepted to participate in highly competitive National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (NSF REU). French will conduct research in computational physics at Michigan State University and Updegraff will conduct research in "Smart Cities" at the University  more
UNLV Dental Student Trains Peers in Life-Saving Cardiac Response Skill
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 10 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Dental Student Trains Peers in Life-Saving Cardiac Response Skill * It was a routine day in the UNLV School of Dental Medicine Urgent Care Clinic when an adult male patient arrived with a standard toothache. As part of his third-year clinical rotation, dental student John Regis began his usual assessment, reviewing the patient's medical history and taking vital signs. "We're very d  more
USA Today: "The Republicans Who Rejected 2020 Election Result Running for Governor"
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on June 11, 2026: * * * USA Today: "The Republicans who rejected 2020 election result running for governor" New reporting from USA Today highlights how Republican election deniers are running for governor in "politically competitive states," where a win this November would give them "power over election administration" in 2028. Andy Biggs of Arizona, Burt Jones of Georgia, Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin, and Stac  more
USGS PP 1890R Studies Buried Lava at Little Cones
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The report 'High-Resolution Magnetic Survey Using an Unoccupied Aerial Vehicle to Constrain Buried Lava Flow Geometry, Volume, and Eruptive History of Little Cones, Crater Flat, Nevada,' by Robert Van Alphen, Mel Rodgers, Rocco Malservisi, Charles B. Connor, Rachel Bakowski, and Troy Berkey, is a 2026 U.S. Geological Survey Professional Paper chapter in the Distributed Volcanism volume. It focuses on using UAV magnetic surveying to map buried lava flows and infer  more
USGS: Duck Valley Mercury Report Tracks Fish Contamination
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The report 'Spatial and Temporal Trends of Mercury in Fish from Duck Valley Reservation Reservoirs, Southwestern Idaho and Northern Nevada, 2007-24,' by Erin M. Murray, is a 2026 U.S. Geological Survey Scientific Investigations Report prepared with the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes. It summarizes mercury monitoring in rainbow trout and other fish from Duck Valley Reservation reservoirs and nearby waters. The main finding is that rainbow trout in Mountain View Reservoir  more
Va. A.G. Jones Joins Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 Racing to End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships
RICHMOND, Virginia, June 11 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on June 10, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Effort Urging Formula 1 Racing to End Tobacco and Nicotine Product Sponsorships Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a coalition of attorneys general from 19 states and jurisdictions in calling on the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Formula 1 to prohibit sponsorships involving tobacco and nicotine produc  more
WVU researchers probe spacetime ripples with nearly $6M NSF grant
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, June 11 -- West Virginia University posted the following news: * * * WVU researchers probe spacetime ripples with nearly $6M NSF grant * Backed by $5.9 million in National Science Foundation funding, West Virginia University researchers are using stars that function like celestial clocks to search for spacetime ripples known as gravitational waves. The sources of those ripples could be supermassive black holes. They could be "cosmic strings" -cracks in the univer  more