Monday - July 13, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving North Carolina

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737th Transportation Company takes a training mission operational at Operation Sentinel Justice
FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 24 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * The 737th Transportation Company takes a training mission operational at Operation Sentinel Justice * CAMP SHELBY, Miss. - What began as a training evaluation using empty fuel tankers at Operation Sentinel Justice became something with real-world consequences: a Defense Logistics Agency tasking to move actual bulk fuel to three locations across the Gulf Coast and Louisiana. For 737th Transpo  more
AARP Doubles Investment, Commits Record $8.3 Million to Strengthen Communities Nationwide
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- AARP issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * AARP Doubles Investment, Commits Record $8.3 Million to Strengthen Communities Nationwide As the nation's population ages and communities face growing demand for more connected, and accessible neighborhoods, AARP today announced its largest-ever investment in the Community Challenge grant program, a record $8.3 million to support 750 quick-action projects that will help make communities more livable for peop  more
Army Reserve chaplains target battle-focused training
FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 24 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Army Reserve chaplains target battle-focused training * JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. - The U.S. Army Reserve's 99th Readiness Division strengthened its Battle Focused Training for chaplains and unit ministry teams by holding three consecutive exercises here this spring. The training surge comes as the U.S. Army focuses on large-scale combat operations featuring high-intensity,   more
Attorney General Bonta Welcomes Shopify Ban on All E-Cigarette Sales, Following Call for Action
SACRAMENTO, California, June 23 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Welcomes Shopify Ban on All E-Cigarette Sales, Following Call for Action * OAKLAND -Co-leading a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the City of New York today welcomed Shopify's decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, through its e-commerce platform. The decision is a dire  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES COURT REVIEW OF MANUFACTURED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, CORRUPT USE OF LEGAL SYSTEM IN TRUMP v. IRS
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES COURT REVIEW OF MANUFACTURED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, CORRUPT USE OF LEGAL SYSTEM IN TRUMP v. IRS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 23 attorneys general, today filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida to carefully scrutinize the parties' conduct and claimed settlement agreement  more
Attorney General Tong Condemns Unprecedented Misuse of Legal System in Trump v. IRS
HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 23 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Condemns Unprecedented Misuse of Legal System in Trump v. IRS * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -Connecticut Attorney General William Tong today, as part of a multistate coalition, filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida to scrutinize the parties' conduct and purported "settlement" agreement in Trump v. IR  more
Attorney General Tong Welcomes Shopify Ban on All E-Cigarette Sales Following Call for Action
HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 24 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Welcomes Shopify Ban on All E-Cigarette Sales Following Call for Action * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -As part of a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general and the City of New York, Attorney General William Tong today welcomed Shopify's decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, such as e-cigarettes, through its e-commerce platform. The dec  more
Bank of America Celebrates America 250 by Giving Customers Free Access to 250 Museums and Support for Cultural Programs Nationwide
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 25 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America Celebrates America 250 by Giving Customers Free Access to 250 Museums and Support for Cultural Programs Nationwide During July 4th weekend, BofA cardholders will receive free admission to 250 nonprofit cultural institutions nationwide through Museums on Us(r) Key points * During July 4 th weekend, BofA cardholders will h  more
Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Nominee Matsumoto Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee released the following testimony by Brett Matsumoto, President Trump's nominee to be commissioner of the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, from a June 10, 2026, confirmation hearing: * * * Good morning. Chairman Cassidy, Ranking Member Sanders, and Members of the Committee, it is an honor to appear before you as the nominee to be Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It is an honor t  more
Congressman Davis Votes for Housing Package Benefiting Rural Communities and Working Families
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Don Davis, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Davis Votes for Housing Package Benefiting Rural Communities and Working Families * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) released the following statement following the final passage of H.R. 6644, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan housing package that modernizes federal housing programs, expands housing supply, promotes innovative development, and strength  more
Congressman Tim Moore Votes to Pass Historic 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Tim Moore, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Tim Moore Votes to Pass Historic 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. \- Today, the U.S. House passed H.R. 6644, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a monumental step towards addressing the national housing crisis. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation alleviates the housing shortage by removing unnecessary regulations on new home construction and community banking   more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: On 4th Anniversary of Dobbs Decision That Overturned Roe Vs. Wade, Republican Senate Candidates' Anti-Choice Records Come Back to Haunt Them
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * On Fourth Anniversary of Dobbs Decision that Overturned Roe v. Wade, Republican Senate Candidates' Anti-Choice Records Come Back to Haunt Them Today, on the fourth anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade and stripped women of the right to make their own health care decisions, Republican Senate candidates who enabled the ruling are fac  more
Duke Energy Expands Access to Local History and Civic Learning Across North Carolina Through America250 Grants
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 25 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy expands access to local history and civic learning across North Carolina through America250 grants As part of the final round of grants through the Duke Energy Foundation's America250 initiative, $186,100 is being distributed to 16 nonprofit organizations across North Carolina that are bringing the nation's 250th anniversary to life through local stories, public art, oral histories and commu  more
Duke University: Manoj Mohanan Named Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Programs
DURHAM, North Carolina, June 25 -- Duke University issued the following news: * * * Manoj Mohanan Named Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Programs Manoj Mohanan has been appointed vice provost for interdisciplinary programs, effective July 1, Provost Alec D. Gallimore announced Wednesday. Mohanan is the Creed C. Black Professor of Public Policy and has served as interim dean of the Sanford School of Public Policy since 2024. He also holds faculty appointments in economics and global health  more
EIU Educational Leaders Making an Impact Across Illinois and Beyond
CHARLESTON, Illinois, June 25 -- Eastern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * EIU educational leaders making an impact across Illinois and beyond Dr. Kenneth Spells, EIU alum, achieves national distinction as other EIU Education students show eagerness to make an impact - When Dr. Kenneth Spells reflects on his career in educational leadership, he is quick to share that Eastern Illinois University played an important role in helping prepare him for the work of servin  more
Eli Lilly, Space Command and Other Growth Help Earn Alabama a Silver Shovel Award
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, June 24 -- The Alabama Department of Commerce posted the following news: * * * Eli Lilly, Space Command and other growth help earn Alabama a Silver Shovel Award Growth in Alabama's defense presence and a major pharmaceutical facility announcement helped the state earn a 2026 Silver Shovel Award from the business publication Area Development. The awards are presented annually to states that achieved noteworthy success in job creation and economic impact. For 21 years, the  more
Federal Government Settlement With Chemours is a Negotiated Outcome to Shield From Real Accountability, Says SELC
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 25 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Federal government settlement with Chemours is a negotiated outcome to shield from real accountability, says SELC CHAPEL HILL, N.C.--The Southern Environmental Law Center issued the following statement by Jean Zhuang, senior attorney, regarding the settlement announced today by the U.S. Department of Justice, EPA, and West Virginia's Department of Environmental  more
From Data to Defense: Alumna Builds Career in Cyber Threat Intelligence at Disney
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 24 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * From Data to Defense: Alumna Builds Career in Cyber Threat Intelligence at Disney * When Natalie Tucker first arrived at UNC Greensboro, she thought her future might be in healthcare. Instead, what started with a single elective in the Bryan School of Business and Economics turned into a career protecting one of the world's most recognizable brands from cyber threats. A  more
From Immersion to Impact: NAM and KEMRI Advance Women's Health Leadership Across Africa
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news: * * * From Immersion to Impact: NAM and KEMRI Advance Women's Health Leadership Across Africa * By Komal Syed Leaders and staff from KEMRI and NAM, together with LEA-WH fellows and distinguished guests, gather to mark the start of Immersion Week and a shared commitment to advancing women's health research and innovation across Africa. In May 2026, the inaugural cohort of the Leadership for Innovation and E  more
Governor Stein Highlights Power of State Investments to Provide Clean Water
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 24 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein Highlights Power of State Investments to Provide Clean Water * Today Governor Josh Stein and Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Reid Wilson visited a home in Wilmington to highlight how state investments are helping North Carolinians address PFAS contamination and access clean, safe drinking water. Governor Stein visited with the Moore family, homeowners w  more
Governor Stein Reacts to Override of Vetoes
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 24 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein Reacts to Override of Vetoes * Today Governor Stein released the statement below in reaction to the override of his vetoes on Senate Bill 153, Senate Bill 558, Senate Bill 227, and House Bill 171: "As the legislature leaves teachers and law enforcement officers waiting for hard-earned and desperately needed pay raises, members of the General Assembly are stoking th  more
Harris Recognizes Fourth Anniversary of Supreme Court's Dobbs Decision
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Mark Harris, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Harris Recognizes Fourth Anniversary of Supreme Court's Dobbs Decision * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Mark Harris (NC-08) joined House Republican Conference Vice Chair Blake Moore's Special Order on the House floor marking the fourth anniversary of the Supreme Court's historic decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. In his remarks, Rep. Harris reflected on the ongoing  more
HAWAII A.G. LOPEZ WELCOMES SHOPIFY BAN ON ALL E-CIGARETTE SALES, FOLLOWING CALL FOR ACTION
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 25 -- Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL ANNE LOPEZ WELCOMES SHOPIFY BAN ON ALL E-CIGARETTE SALES, FOLLOWING CALL FOR ACTION As part of a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general and the City of New York, Attorney General Lopez today welcomed Shopify's decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, through its e-commerce platform. The decision is a direct respo  more
House Unanimously Passes Congressman Tim Moore's Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act to Strengthen SBA Disaster Response
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Tim Moore, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * House Unanimously Passes Congressman Tim Moore's Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act to Strengthen SBA Disaster Response * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the U.S. House unanimously passed Congressman Tim Moore's H.R. 4238, the Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act (DLARA). The bipartisan legislation strengthens oversight and transparency within the Small Business Administration's (SBA) d  more
How Western North Carolina Providers Are Tackling Youth Mental Health Crisis After Hurricane Helene
SANTA BARBARA, California, June 24 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * How Western North Carolina Providers Are Tackling Youth Mental Health Crisis After Hurricane Helene * Even as the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins, many counties in North Carolina are still recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, which inundated communities far from any coastline in 2024. The storm caused catastrophic flooding in the western portion of the state, killi  more
IFT's New Compensation and Career Path Report Highlights Shifting Priorities in Food Science Careers
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Institute of Food Technologists posted the following news release: * * * IFT's New Compensation and Career Path Report Highlights Shifting Priorities in Food Science Careers * CHICAGO - June 24, 2026 - The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific association committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, has released the 2026 Compensation and Career Path Report exam  more
Justice Dept.: Chemours Agrees to $450M Landmark Settlement Agreement for Releases of PFAS "Forever Chemicals" in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Chemours Agrees to $450M Landmark Settlement Agreement for Releases of PFAS "Forever Chemicals" in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey Settlement Includes $22.5M Civil Penalty and $90M in Funding for Programs to Control PFAS Discharges and Remove PFAS from Drinking Water - Today, the Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and West Virginia Department   more
Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of Two Sherwin-Williams Properties in Jarrell and Helotes, Texas
ENCINO, California, June 25 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of Two Sherwin-Williams Properties in Jarrell and Helotes, Texas JARREL and HELOTES, Texas - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of two newly constructed Sherwin-Williams properties in Texas totaling nearly 9  more
McDowell Leads Resolution Honoring the 2026 Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Addison McDowell, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * McDowell Leads Resolution Honoring the 2026 Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced a resolution congratulating the Carolina Hurricanes on winning the 2026 Stanley Cup and recognizing the players, coaches, and fans who brought the Cup back to North Carolina twenty years after the franchise's first championship. Th  more
MSU's Lee updates widely used fashion textbook
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, June 24 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU's Lee updates widely used fashion textbook The fifth edition of an acclaimed textbook preparing students for careers in fashion, textiles and apparel now is available through efforts of a Mississippi State faculty member who led its development. JuYoung Lee, in MSU's School of Human Sciences, has updated "Going Global: The Textile and Apparel Industry," one of the most widely used fashion te  more
Murphy Applauds Passage of Historic Bipartisan Housing Affordability Bill
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Gregory Murphy, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy Applauds Passage of Historic Bipartisan Housing Affordability Bill * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., applauds the passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, legislation to address the housing crisis by limiting institutional investors from buying up homes, cutting unnecessary red tape that is slowing homebuilding, and modernizing Housing and Urban Development (  more
N.C. Environmental Management Commission to meet July 8-9
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 23 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * N.C. Environmental Management Commission to meet July 8-9 * The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission will meet July 8-9 in the Ground Floor Hearing Room of the Archdale Building in Raleigh. Members of the public may attend in-person or join the meeting by computer or phone. The committee meetings will be held July 8. The full commission meeting w  more
N.C. Labor Commissioner Farley Appoints Todd as Deputy Communications Director
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 25 -- The North Carolina Department of Labor issued the following news release: * * * Commissioner Luke Farley Announces Sara Grace Todd as Deputy Communications Director for N.C. Department of Labor North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley announces the appointment of Sara Grace Todd as Deputy Communications Director for the North Carolina Department of Labor. Todd brings extensive experience in journalism, media production, and public policy communication  more
NCDHHS, NCDIT Announce Three Programs to Improve Health Care as Part of North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 24 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * NCDHHS, NCDIT Announce Three Programs to Improve Health Care as Part of North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program * The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Department of Information Technology today announced three new programs to improve the digital infrastructure of rural health care through new digital solutions and tools. Thi  more
NCDHHS, NCDIT Announce Three Programs to Improve Health Care as Part of North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 25 -- The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: * * * NCDHHS, NCDIT Announce Three Programs to Improve Health Care as Part of North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Department of Information Technology today announced three new programs to improve the digital infrastructure of rural health care through new digital sol  more
Nevada Selects SAS to Help Reduce SNAP Error Rates With AI
CARY, North Carolina, June 25 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: * * * Nevada selects SAS to help reduce SNAP error rates with AI State sees early success with SAS Payment Integrity for Food Assistance - The Nevada Division of Social Services (DSS) has chosen data and AI leader SAS to help the state reduce error rates in its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. New federal accuracy requirements mean   more
North Carolina Ends DEI in Public Universities and State Government
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 24 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Goldwater Institute posted the following news: * * * North Carolina Ends DEI in Public Universities and State Government * Today, North Carolina became the latest state to strike a blow against discriminatory "diversity, equity, and inclusion" programs (DEI) in public schools and state government when lawmakers overrode the governor's veto on three bills that decisively prohibit DEI initiatives that promote discrimination, waste taxpayer  more
North Carolina withdraws permit application for Red Snapper season
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 24 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * North Carolina withdraws permit application for Red Snapper season * The NC Division of Marine Fisheries has asked to withdraw the Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) application for Red Snapper that would have allowed a 62-day recreational season from July 1 through Aug. 31. Until further notice, it remains unlawful to possess Red Snapper taken from North Carolina wa  more
Pa. Human Services Dept.: Shapiro Administration Highlights New Plan to Improve Pennsylvanians' Health, Save on Medicaid Spending Through Nutritious Meals
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 25 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services issued the following news on June 24, 2026: * * * Shapiro Administration Highlights New Plan to Improve Pennsylvanians' Health, Save on Medicaid Spending Through Nutritious Meals Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed 2026-27 budget invests in nutritious and medically tailored meals for Medicaid recipients with certain diet-sensitive chronic health conditions. "Food Is Medicine" programs that include medically tailo  more
PhD Student Awarded Fellowship to Advance Environmental Justice in Jails and Prisons
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 24 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * PhD Student Awarded Fellowship to Advance Environmental Justice in Jails and Prisons *. Zanyah Williams on Talbot Green. Photo: Megan Jones health equity As the recipient of Innovate@BU's 2026 Enlight Fellowship, Zanyah Williams, a PhD student in environmental health, will receive $10,000 to intern at the Chelsea, Mass. nonprofit Roca while developing her own social venture t  more
Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson presents at the Association of Korean Law Schools Symposium
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, June 24 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson presents at the Association of Korean Law Schools Symposium Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson, assistant professor of law and director of academic success and bar passage at Penn State Dickinson Law, presented at the Association of Korean Law Schools Symposium in Seoul, South Korea, in June 2026. The symposium brought together legal ed  more
Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson selected for Education Law Association's Education Law Scholars Early Career Fellowship
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, June 24 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson selected for Education Law Association's Education Law Scholars Early Career Fellowship Professor Titichia Mitchell Jackson has been selected for the 2026 Education Law Association's Education Law Scholars Early Career Fellowship, a competitive program that supports emerging scholars in the field of education law. As part of the fellows  more
Reps. Foushee, Casar Introduce AI Workforce Impact Study Act to Examine AI's Impact on American Jobs
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Reps. Foushee, Casar Introduce AI Workforce Impact Study Act to Examine AI's Impact on American Jobs Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) and Congressman Greg Casar (TX- 35) introduced the AI Workforce Impact Study Act of 2026, legislation directing the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive, retroactive study on the impact of artificial i  more
Ross Helps Advance Landmark Housing Legislation to Lower Costs and Speed Disaster Recovery
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Ross Helps Advance Landmark Housing Legislation to Lower Costs and Speed Disaster Recovery * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a landmark bipartisan package that will help lower housing costs by accelerating housing production, getting homes to the market quicker, and supporting buyers and renters. Now that it's passed bo  more
Security LeadHER, Presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association, Brings Together 500 Women in Security and Their Allies From 40 U.S. States and 11 Nations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 24 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security LeadHER, Presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association, Brings Together 500 Women in Security and Their Allies From 40 U.S. States and 11 Nations * Minneapolis plays host to security conference building current and next-generation female industry leaders MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- Security LeadHER, the premier event dedicated t  more
Sentara Health receives top rank for social responsibility in 2026
NORFOLK, Virginia, June 24 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara Health receives top rank for social responsibility in 2026 * Sentara Health has been recognized for outstanding social responsibility, receiving an "A" grade on the 2026-27 Lown Institute Hospitals Index. In addition, Sentara ranked in the top 10 in the nation for patient outcomes. Eleven Sentara hospitals received the top grade for social responsibility, up from ten last year.  more
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital earns national recognition for heart, lung care
NORFOLK, Virginia, June 24 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital earns national recognition for heart, lung care * Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital has been named to Newsweek's America's Best Hospitals for Specialized Care 2026, earning national recognition for excellence in pulmonary and cardiac care-two of the most critical areas in modern medicine. "As someone who calls this community home, this reco  more
STATEMENT: 4 Years Since Roe v. Wade Was Overturned, Reminder That Michael Whatley Has Championed Banning Abortion
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 24 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * STATEMENT: 4 Years Since Roe v. Wade Was Overturned, Reminder That Michael Whatley Has Championed Banning Abortion * On the four year anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization overturning Roe v. Wade, NCDP Chair Anderson Clayton released the following statement: "When Roe v. Wade was overturned four years ago, DC insider Michael Whatley celebrated and said he was 'prou  more
Susan G. Komen Awards $15.4 Million In Research Grants to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Breast Cancer Care
DALLAS, Texas, June 24 -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news on June 23, 2026: * * * Susan G. Komen(R) Awards $15.4 Million In Research Grants to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Breast Cancer Care Funding Supports Innovative Research Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Technologies and Novel Therapies to Improve Patient Outcomes - Susa  more
Trump Buys Back Four More Offshore Wind Leases
WASHINGTON, June 24 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Trump Buys Back Four More Offshore Wind Leases * Key Takeaways 1 The Trump administration is completing its third deal on offshore wind leases sold during the Biden administration, when lucrative subsidies were available to developers. 2 The administration will return $765 million to energy developer Invenergy, somewhat less than the cost of its four wind leases, to terminate  more
University of North Carolina Belk College of Business: Science of Silence - When Saying 'Sorry' Backfires
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 25 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina Belk College of Business issued the following news: * * * The Science of Silence: When Saying "Sorry" Backfires It's a golden rule of customer service: The customer is always right, and if you make a mistake, you apologize. But for Mason R. Jenkins, a clinical associate professor of marketing at the Belk College of Business, the truth is more complicated. In his latest research, published in the Journal of Consum  more
University of the District of Columbia Appoints Angela Gilmore Dean of David A. Clarke School of Law
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The University of the District of Columbia issued the following news: * * * University of the District of Columbia Appoints Angela Gilmore Dean of David A. Clarke School of Law The University of the District of Columbia announced the appointment of Angela Gilmore as dean of the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law, effective June 29, 2026. Gilmore has served as interim dean of UDC Law since August 2024. During this period, she has provid  more
Warren Calls on Congress and Antitrust Enforcers to Take on Corporate Power at Open Markets Conference
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren Calls on Congress and Antitrust Enforcers to Take on Corporate Power at Open Markets Conference Warren calls out both Democrats and Republicans for nominating judges that don't follow antitrust laws Warren pushes antitrust tools to tackle new challenges, including AI - At the Open Markets Institute's 2026 conference on "The New American Revolution," U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren  more
Weather Company Appoints Tech Executive Jay Humphlett to Lead Aviation and Public Sector Businesses
BROOKHAVEN, Georgia, June 25 -- The Weather Company, an IBM business unit, issued the following news on June 23, 2026: * * * The Weather Company appoints tech executive Jay Humphlett to lead aviation and public sector businesses Humphlett to accelerate global scale and delivery of mission-critical operational weather solutions for government and aviation leaders - ATLANTA, GA - The Weather Company, the world's leading weather provider, today announced the appointment of senior technology an  more