News Tipoffs - Florida Editors
2 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named Daily Journal Top Labor & Employment Lawyers
MIAMI, Florida, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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2 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named Daily Journal Top Labor & Employment Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO -- Lindsay E. Hutner and Philip I. Person, shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's Labor & Employment Practice, were recognized on the Daily Journal 's 2026 Top Labor & Employment Lawyers list. According to the publication, the annual list honors California att
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Ahead of the Nation's 250th Anniversary, Senator Markey, Rep. Ramirez Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm Commitment to Immigrant Inclusion
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Ahead of the Nation's 250th Anniversary, Senator Markey, Rep. Ramirez Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm Commitment to Immigrant Inclusion
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Washington (July 1, 2026) - As the nation celebrates its 250 th anniversary, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Congresswoman Delia Ramirez (IL-03) introduced a resolution to reaffirm Congress's role in upholding the principle
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American Heart Association announces volunteer leaders for 2026-27
DALLAS, Texas, July 1 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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American Heart Association announces volunteer leaders for 2026-27
The American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, has named its volunteer leadership for fiscal year 2026-27. Beginning July 1, Manesh R. Patel, M.D., FAHA, a North Carolina-based interventional cardiologist, will serve as the Association's new volunteer president and Lee
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Banks Seeing Increased Demand Letters and Litigation Threats Over Website Tracking Technologies
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Ohio Bankers League posted the following news:
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Banks Seeing Increased Demand Letters and Litigation Threats Over Website Tracking Technologies
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OBL has recently become aware of an uptick in demand letters, class action litigation, and threats of litigation targeting banks and other businesses over commonly used website technologies. These claims generally focus on whether a business's website, email marketing platform, searc
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Congressional District Geography Workbook, 119th Congress - An Interactive Tool for Congressional Users Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12489) by Senior Research Librarian Ben Leubsdorf:
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Congressional District Geography Workbook (119th Congress): An Interactive Tool for Congressional Users
This Insight accompanies the Congressional District Geography Workbook, a Microsoft Excel file that congressional users can download from CRS.gov. The workbook provides information about U.S. House districts as configured
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Congressman Cory Mills Introduces Resolution Calling for Redesign of National Global War on Terrorism Memorial
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Cory Mills, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cory Mills Introduces Resolution Calling for Redesign of National Global War on Terrorism Memorial
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Cory Mills introduced a resolution expressing the sense of the House that the current design concept for the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial fails to adequately honor the sacrifices of America's post-9/11 service members and urging a redesign that more
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Congressman Jimmy Patronis Issues A Statement on the KIDS Act
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Jimmy Patronis Issues A Statement on the KIDS Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C.- Monday evening, Congressman Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) voted against the KIDS Act. At a time when Big Tech continues to profit from addictive algorithms and harmful content targeting young people, this legislation falls short of delivering the accountability families deserve.
"This is the Big Tech bill endorsed by Big Te
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Congressman Maxwell Frost on Supreme Court Ruling: "Our Constitution Is Not Up for Debate"
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following statement on June 30, 2026:
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Congressman Maxwell Frost on Supreme Court Ruling: "Our Constitution Is Not Up for Debate"
Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released the following statement after the Supreme Court rejected efforts by the Trump Administration to undermine birthright citizenship guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.
In a statement, Rep. Frost says:
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Congressman Valadao Works to Solve Labor Shortages for Central Valley Dairy Producers
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. David Valadao, R-California, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Valadao Works to Solve Labor Shortages for Central Valley Dairy Producers
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WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) joined House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson as an original co-sponsor of the Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act. This bipartisan bill would modernize the H-2A program to better meet the needs of year-round agricultural operations while givin
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Duke Energy Foundation Invests $773,000 to Strengthen STEM Education in Florida
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 2 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release:
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Duke Energy Foundation invests $773,000 to strengthen STEM education in Florida
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $773,000 to 22 nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions working to strengthen STEM education by expanding access to hands-on learning opportunities and helping prepare Florida students for careers in high-demand industries.
High-impact investments
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East Coast broccoli lowers costs and risks from California drought
ITHACA, New York, June 30 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news:
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East Coast broccoli lowers costs and risks from California drought
By Krishna Ramanujan, Cornell Chronicle
The burgeoning East Coast broccoli industry is helping slightly lower costs and reduce reliance on the drought-prone West. Those were findings from a new supply chain model study that showed expanding production outside of California - the country's top broccol
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Educator Is Named Director of Research Development at Rutgers School of Nursing
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, July 2 -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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Educator Is Named Director of Research Development at Rutgers School of Nursing
In a newly created role, Alexandria Carey will support translational research and workforce development through partnerships across Rutgers and beyond
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Alexandria Carey, an educator, nurse scientist and leader in translational research workforce development, has been named director of research development and assistant prof
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ESPN to present linear coverage of the PGA TOUR FedExCup Playoffs
BRISTOL, Connecticut, July 1 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release:
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ESPN to present linear coverage of the PGA TOUR FedExCup Playoffs
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ESPN will expand its coverage of the PGA TOUR FedExCup Playoffs, bringing live coverage of the TOUR's postseason to ESPN's primary linear channel for the first time, with 12 total hours of playoff action airing across three weeks in August, in addition to more than 100 hours of coverage on PGA TOUR LIVE
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F-15EX returns to Kadena, advances transition to next-generation airpower
CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, June 30 -- The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news:
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F-15EX returns to Kadena, advances transition to next-generation airpower
KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -The F-15EX Eagle II returned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 29, 2026, accompanied by two F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft, all assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. Building on the aircraft's inaugural visit last year, the deployment provides another opportunity fo
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FAMU DRS Celebrates "B" Grade in 2025-26 Florida School Grades Report
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 2 (TNSxrep) -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news:
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FAMU DRS Celebrates "B" Grade in 2025-26 Florida School Grades Report
Florida A&M University (FAMU) is proud to announce its school district, FAMU Developmental Research School (FAMU DRS) has earned a "B" grade from the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for the 2025-26 school year. The grade was released this week as part of FLDOE's s
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FAMU Researchers Study Mosquito Trapping Methods to Improve Disease Surveillance
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news:
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FAMU Researchers Study Mosquito Trapping Methods to Improve Disease Surveillance
As mosquito-borne illnesses continue to pose public health challenges worldwide, researchers at Florida A&M University's College of Agriculture and Food Sciences are studying trapping methods that could improve disease tracking, and help communities respond more quickly
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FAMU Students Selected for Prestigious USGA Pathways Discover Program
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news:
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FAMU Students Selected for Prestigious USGA Pathways Discover Program
Two Florida A&M University students were selected for the United States Golf Association's (USGA) 2026 Pathways Discover Program, a highly competitive internship experience held during the 126th U.S. Open Championship.
Hannah Kirby, a broadcast journalism student, and Kennedy Rich
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FAU Economist: As Oil Prices Cool, Broader Inflation Pressures Remain
BOCA RATON, Florida, July 2 (TNSxrep) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU Economist: As Oil Prices Cool, Broader Inflation Pressures Remain
By Amber Bonefont
Americans may be paying less at the gas pump than they were a month ago, but that relief isn't showing up in the traditional Fourth of July food spread.
According to the American Farm Bureau's annual cookout survey, a classic Independence Day barbec
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FAU Engineers Prosthetic Hand That Learns, Adapts to Each User
BOCA RATON, Florida, July 2 (TNSjou) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU Engineers Prosthetic Hand That Learns, Adapts to Each User
Study Snapshot: Most prosthetic hands today still face a basic challenge: no two amputees are alike, yet most devices are built as if they are. This mismatch makes it difficult to achieve natural, intuitive control, often forcing users to constantly adapt to the device rather
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Fielding's President Looks Ahead: Lynne Richardson on Leadership, Listening, and Fielding's Next Chapter
SANTA BARBARA, California, July 2 -- Fielding Graduate University issued the following news:
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Fielding's New President Looks Ahead: Lynne Richardson on Leadership, Listening, and Fielding's Next Chapter
By Catherine Ryan
On Alabama's Gulf Coast, where Lynne Richardson, PhD, lives with her husband, Woody, the days come with a peaceful yet busy choreography: eagles in the trees across the canal, a heron fishing from the dock, barges and cruise ships passing through the Intracoastal Waterw
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Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Employer Checklist for July 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 2 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on July 1, 2026:
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Employer Checklist for July 2026
Here are the top 10 workplace compliance items you should tackle in July 2026, based on the latest labor and employment law updates:
* Catch up on recent SCOTUS rulings. During the final days of its 2025-2026 term, the Supreme Court issued some key decisions that will affect the workplace. The Court vastly expanded the presidential power to remove memb
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FIU: Graduate Students Awarded Guy Harvey Fellowships to Advance Shark Research
MIAMI, Florida, July 2 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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Graduate students awarded Guy Harvey Fellowships to advance shark research
By Andrea Braswell
From the Florida Keys to French Polynesia, two FIU graduate students now have backing from the Guy Harvey Foundation to advance their research on sharks in marine ecosystems around the world.
Gina Clementi and Sophia Hemsi have been awarded 2026 Guy Ha
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Florida Signs First Loan Agreement for Water System Resiliency with Helene and Milton Supplemental Disaster Appropriations
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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Florida Signs First Loan Agreement for Water System Resiliency with Helene and Milton Supplemental Disaster Appropriations
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TALLAHASSEE, Florida (June 30, 2026) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced today that Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has signed a $19 million, 100% principal forgiveness loan agreement with City of Mulberry for water infrastructure
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Florida Trend Names John Delionado Among 2026 Legal Elite NOTABLE Managing Partners
DALLAS, Texas, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Florida Trend Names John Delionado Among 2026 Legal Elite NOTABLE Managing Partners
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is proud to announce that Miami office managing partner John J. Delionado has been named to Florida Trend's 2026 list of Legal Elite NOTABLE Managing Partners. The annual spotlight features leaders who "make lasting differences - not only in what they do and how they do
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FSU Jim Moran Institute celebrates completion of entrepreneurship bootcamp for veterans' families
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU Jim Moran Institute celebrates completion of entrepreneurship bootcamp for veterans' families
Florida State University's Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship (JMI) celebrated the successful completion of its 2026 Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans and Families (EBV-F), held June 8-12 in Tallahassee.
The intensive five-day program brought together veterans, military spouses and family
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Ga. A.G. Carr Joins Multistate Effort to Defend Commonsense Voter ID Laws
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 2 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Carr Joins Multistate Effort to Defend Commonsense Voter ID Laws
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has filed an amicus brief in support of Indiana's voter ID law and the rights of states to enact critical election integrity measures.
"The majority of Americans support commonsense voter ID laws. It's not partisan. It's about protecting the integrity of our elections," sai
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Global Learning, Student Research Lead Kentucky State Presence at NAPA Conference
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, July 1 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Global Learning, Student Research Lead Kentucky State Presence at NAPA Conference
Conference highlights student presentations, international engagement, and workforce development partnerships connected to the University's Land-Grant mission
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A 19-member delegation from Kentucky State University's College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources helped advance conversations on agricultural innov
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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Implementation of Florida Law to Combat Terrorist Organizations
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Implementation of Florida Law to Combat Terrorist Organizations
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TAMPA, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the State of Florida's intent to implement its new statutory authority to identify, designate, and combat terrorist organizations operating in Florida, marking the first use of powers established by HB 1471.
"Last December, I signed an Execu
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Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Richard Comerford as Secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Richard Comerford as Secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Richard Comerford to serve as the Secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC).
"Richard Comerford has dedicated more than four decades of service to the Florida Department of Corrections and has been instrumental in adv
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Governor Ron DeSantis Unveils Florida's Historic Liberty Bell Replica in Liberty County
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Governor Ron DeSantis Unveils Florida's Historic Liberty Bell Replica in Liberty County
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LIBERTY COUNTY, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled Florida's official Liberty Bell replica in Liberty County, giving one of America's most enduring symbols of freedom a new home as Florida celebrates the nation's 250th anniversary.
"With America's 250th anniversary around the corner, Florida
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Greenberg Traurig Advising JATT II on Go-Public Merger with Talawar
MIAMI, Florida, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig Advising JATT II on Go-Public Merger with Talawar
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NEW YORK - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP is advising JATT II Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company focused on building the next wave of life sciences companies, on the signing of a definitive business combination agreement with Talawar TX Inc., a biotechnology company develo
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Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice with Ryan Hayden in Washington, D.C.
MIAMI, Florida, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice with Ryan Hayden in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has expanded its Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice with the addition of Ryan Hayden as shareholder in Washington, D.C. He joins the firm from Steptoe LLP.
Hayden focuses his practice on derivat
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Greenberg Traurig's Michael Bonner Elevated to UNLV Foundation Board Chair
MIAMI, Florida, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig's Michael Bonner Elevated to UNLV Foundation Board Chair
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LAS VEGAS -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP 's Michael J. Bonner, co-managing shareholder of the firm's Las Vegas office, was named to a two-year term as the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Foundation Board of Trustees chairman.
Under Bonner's leadership, the foundation will imp
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Hampton Cup '26: Study Abroad Students Can Now Set Their Sights on Qatar and a World of Possibility
HAMPTON, Virginia, July 1 -- Hampton University posted the following news:
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Hampton Cup '26: Study Abroad Students Can Now Set Their Sights on Qatar and a World of Possibility
Newly Announced Partnership Creates Pathways for Cultural Exchange and International Learning in Education City, Qatar
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Hampton University has entered into a new partnership with the Qatar Foundation that will create transformative study-abroad opportunities for students within one of the world's most innovati
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Hilton Expands Florida Keys Portfolio With the Debut of Hilton Key West Resort & Marina
MCLEAN, Virginia, July 2 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Hilton Expands Florida Keys Portfolio with the Debut of Hilton Key West Resort & Marina
Hilton Hotels & Resort's first Key West property features waterfront views and marina access, island inspired dining and more
* Hilton expands its footprint in the Florida Keys with the debut of Hilton Key West Resort & Marina, marking the brand's 12th property in the destination and reinforcing
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Hispanic Federation: 2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Announced
NEW YORK, July 1 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release on June 29, 2026:
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2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Announced
Twelve small business owners and entrepreneurs across the beauty industry awarded one-time grants in partnership with Deed, the NAACP and Hispanic Federation
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Hispan
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Holland & Knight Advises Fermi on Agreement With Primoris Energy Services for Texas AI Data Center Buildout
MIAMI, Florida, July 2 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Holland & Knight Advises Fermi on Agreement with Primoris Energy Services for Texas AI Data Center Buildout
HOUSTON - Holland & Knight represented Fermi America(TM) (Nasdaq & LSE: FRMI) in an agreement with Primoris Energy Services, part of Primoris Services Corporation, to engineer and construct the balance of plant for the first six SGT-800 gas turbines anchoring Fermi's phase one power buildo
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House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Holds Hearing on State Medicaid Program Integrity and Health Price Transparency
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 29 -- The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy issued the following analysis:
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House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Holds Hearing on State Medicaid Program Integrity and Health Price Transparency
On June 25, the House Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee held a hearing titled "State Medicaid Program Integrity: Examining Fraud Risks and Oversight Deficiencies." The hearing featured state Medicaid program dir
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IBA Bare Knuckle unveils star-studded fight card ahead of its first event in the USA
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, July 1 [Category: Sports] -- The International Boxing Association issued the following news:
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IBA Bare Knuckle unveils star-studded fight card ahead of its first event in the USA
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On July 18, 2026, the James L. Knight Center, a multifunctional convention hall in Miami, Florida, will host an IBA BARE KNUCKLE tournament, the International Professional Bare Knuckle League established under the auspices of the International Boxing Association (IBA) at the direction o
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ICYMI: RAGA Wins for Women's Sports
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The Republican Attorneys General Association issued the following news on July 1, 2026:
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ICYMI: RAGA Wins for Women's Sports
Twenty-seven attorneys general went to bat for female athletes across America. On June 30, the Supreme Court ruled in their favor -- affirming that states may protect sex-based categories in sports and uphold the promise of Title IX.
This is the most significant victory for women's sports in a generation, brought by Republican attorneys gener
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In Case You Missed It... Sen. Rick Scott Reacts to Supreme Court Rulings, Demands Congress Return to DC
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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In Case You Missed It... Sen. Rick Scott Reacts to Supreme Court Rulings, Demands Congress Return to DC
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined the Charlie Kirk Show yesterday with Andrew Kolvet and Blake Neff to break down the Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, and campaign finance rules.
Watch the full interview HERE or by clicking below.
HIGHLIGHTS
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In Case You Missed It... Sens. Rick Scott, Mark Kelly, Roger Marshall Introduce Bipartisan 'Aging With Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026'
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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In Case You Missed It... Sens. Rick Scott, Mark Kelly, Roger Marshall Introduce Bipartisan 'Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026'
U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Rick Scott and U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Roger Marshall yesterday announced the introduction of the Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026,
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Marc Chapman Recognized by Florida Trend as a 2026 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partner
ORLANDO, Florida, July 2 -- Dean Mead, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Marc Chapman Recognized by Florida Trend as a 2026 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partner
Dean Mead is pleased to announce that President and Managing Shareholder Marc Chapman has been recognized by Florida Trend magazine as a 2026 Legal Elite NOTABLE Managing Partner, marking the third time he has received this distinction.
Published in the July 2026 issue of Florida Trend, the Legal Elite Notable Mana
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Media Tip Sheet: Independence Day 2026 - Perspectives on America's Past, Present, and Future
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Independence Day 2026 - Perspectives on America's Past, Present, and Future
Americans across the country will celebrate Independence Day with parades, fireworks, community gatherings, and patriotic traditions commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Beyond the celebrations, Independence Day is a time for Americans to reflect on the country's history and th
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Mexican National Sentenced to Two Years for Immigration and Identity Theft Offenses
TAMPA, Florida, July 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release:
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Mexican National Sentenced to Two Years for Immigration and Identity Theft Offenses
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Tampa, Florida - Juan Jaramillo Vazquez (50, Mexico), a/k/a Juan Vazquiz, has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Mary Scriven to two years in federal prison for illegal reentry by a deported alien and aggravated identity theft. Vazquez pleaded guilty on March 27, 2026. Uni
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Miller School of Medicine Orthopaedic Oncology Chief Crawford Discusses AI, Fracture Prediction, Mentoring Future Surgeons
MIAMI, Florida, July 2 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following Q&A involving Brooke Crawford, chief of orthopaedic oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center:
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Miller School of Medicine Orthopaedic Oncology Chief Dr. Brooke Crawford on AI, Fracture Prediction and Mentoring Future Surgeons
Dr. Crawford discusses her leadership at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, research using AI to predict bone fractures in cancer patients and her approach t
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National Park Advocates Applaud New Miami-Dade County Proposal to Protect Wetlands
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The National Parks Conservation Association issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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National Park Advocates Applaud New Miami-Dade County Proposal to Protect Wetlands
NAPLES, Fla. - Late last week, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava outlined a plan to transfer more than 17,000 acres of county land, including land used for the controversial "Alligator Alcatraz," immigrant detention center, to the National Park Service.
The National Parks Conse
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Nationally Recognized Trial Lawyer Jerrob Duffy Joins Fried Frank
NEW YORK, July 2 -- Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson LLP, a law firm, issued the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Nationally Recognized Trial Lawyer Jerrob Duffy Joins Fried Frank
Fried Frank announced today that Jerrob Duffy has joined the firm as a white collar litigation partner in Washington, DC. As a nationally recognized trial lawyer and former senior federal prosecutor, Jerrob brings deep experience representing financial institutions, particularly in the real es
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Ocean Conservancy: POLL - Nearly 9 in 10 Americans Concerned by Microplastic Impacts, 8 in 10 Support Mandate for Washing Machine Filters
WASHINGTON, June 29 (TNSrpt) -- The Ocean Conservancy issued the following news release:
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POLL: Nearly 9 in 10 Americans Concerned by Microplastic Impacts, 8 in 10 Support Mandate for Washing Machine Filters
Polling Released Ahead of Plastic Free JulyTM, New Ocean Conservancy Campaign to Tackle Microplastic Fiber Pollution "Not Safe for Wash"
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Today, Ocean Conservancy released results from a survey of Americans' attitudes toward ocean plastic pollution and microplastics. The polling w
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Polk State's Early Childhood Baccalaureate Program Partners With Early Bird Kindergarten Readiness Initiative
WINTER HAVEN, Florida, July 2 -- Polk State College issued the following news:
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Polk State's Early Childhood baccalaureate program partners with Early Bird kindergarten readiness initiative
Polk State College's Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education Program has partnered with Polk County Public Schools to deliver hands-on literacy support through the Early Bird initiative, giving incoming kindergarten students a strong start while providing future teachers with classroom experi
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Public Citizen Issues Letter to Members of Congress
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSletter) -- Public Citizen issued the following letter to members of the Congress:
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Here is the text of the letter:
June 25, 2026
Senate Should Not Slash Funding for OSHA
Dear Members of Congress:
Public Citizen, a national nonprofit consumer and worker advocacy organization with more than one million members and supporters, writes to urge the Senate Appropriations Committee and the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies
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Pulitzer Center: Fighting Words Poetry Contest 2026 - K-11 Winners and Finalists
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following statement on July 1, 2026, by staffer Hannah Berk:
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Fighting Words Poetry Contest 2026: K-11 Winners and Finalists
The Pulitzer Center congratulates the winners and finalists of the 2026 Fighting Words Poetry Contest for grades K-11!
Read the winning entries below, and explore this year's young adult poems here (https://pulitzercenter.org/blog/young-adult-winners-
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Pulitzer Center: Young Adult Winners and Finalists - Fighting Words Poetry Contest 2026
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following statement on July 1, 2026, by staffer Hannah Berk:
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Young Adult Winners and Finalists: Fighting Words Poetry Contest 2026
The Pulitzer Center congratulates the winners and finalists of the 2026 Fighting Words Poetry Contest for young adults!
Read the winning entries below, and explore this year's K-11 poems here.
Register for a July 30 workshop and conversation w
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REJECTED: Higgins Leads Roundtable on Addressing Unaccompanied Alien Children Crisis
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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Higgins Leads Roundtable on Addressing Unaccompanied Alien Children Crisis
Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.) delivered opening remarks at today's roundtable on "Catch and Release, Lose and Forget: Addressing the Crisis of Unaccompanied Alien Children--Part II." In his statement, Subcom
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Rep. Ramirez, Sen. Markey Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm Congress's Commitment to Immigrant Inclusion Ahead of the Nation's 250th Anniversary
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Ramirez, Sen. Markey Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm Congress's Commitment to Immigrant Inclusion Ahead of the Nation's 250th Anniversary
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Washington, DC - As the nation approaches its 250 th anniversary, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) introduced a resolution to reaffirm Congress' role in upholding the principles of equality, dignity, and justi
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Reps. Steube, Boyle Introduce HUSTLE Act to Help College Athletes Invest NIL Earnings and Build Long-Term Financial Security
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Steube, Boyle Introduce HUSTLE Act to Help College Athletes Invest NIL Earnings and Build Long-Term Financial Security
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) today introduced the Helping Undergraduate Students Thrive with Long-Term Earnings (HUSTLE) Act, bipartisan legislation that would create first-of-its-kind tax-advantaged investment accounts al
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Rose Named to Florida Trend's 2026 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Rose Named to Florida Trend's 2026 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners
Taft West Palm Beach partner Alan Rose was recognized by Florida Trend in the publication's 2026 Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners list. The annual recognition highlights law firm leaders across Florida who are mentors, promote positive workplace practices, show leadership in professional organizations and ci
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Saint Leo University: Nearly $3 Million State Investment Strengthens Saint Leo Community
SAINT LEO, Florida, July 2 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news:
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Nearly $3 Million State Investment Strengthens Saint Leo Community
Saint Leo University, Town of St. Leo receive funding to address workforce needs, support local growth
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A nearly $3 million investment from the state of Florida will strengthen the small Pasco County community of Saint Leo by expanding workforce education programs at Saint Leo University and supporting infrastructure improvements in the Town
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SEC Files Proposed Partial Judgments in Connection With Fraud Charges Against Advisory Firm, Its Owner
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release (No. 24-cv-8900 (LGS); S.D.N.Y. filed Nov. 21, 2024):
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Securities and Exchange Commission v. David Kushner & La Mancha Funding Corp., No. 24-cv-8900 (LGS) (S.D.N.Y. filed Nov. 21, 2024)
On July 1, 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed proposed partial judgments as to Defendants David Kushner, a resident of Boca Raton, Florida, and his company La Mancha Funding Corp., who
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Sen. Markey Issues Letter to Federal Bureau of Prisons
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued the following letter to the Federal Bureau of Prisons:
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Here is the text of the letter:
June 26, 2026
William K. Marshall III
Director
Federal Bureau of Prisons
320 First Street, NW
Washington, DC 20534
Dear Director Marshall:
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) recently issued a Sources Sought notice seeking vendors capable o
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Senator Moody Joins Senate Task Force to Expose Fraud and Recover Taxpayer Dollars
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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Senator Moody Joins Senate Task Force to Expose Fraud and Recover Taxpayer Dollars
TAMPA, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody joined the newly established Senate Anti-Fraud Task Force, an oversight effort focused on identifying fraud against the federal government, exposing systemic vulnerabilities, recovering taxpayer dollars, and advancing reforms that strengthen accountability.
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Senator Schmitt, Colleagues Launch Anti-Fraud Task Force
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senator Schmitt, Colleagues Launch Anti-Fraud Task Force
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Schmitt Leads Senate Republicans to Unmask Fraud & Save Taxpayer Dollars
U.S. SENATE -Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) announced the launch of a new Senate Anti-Fraud Task Force, joined by Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Katie Britt (R-AL), Ashley Moody (R-FL), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Tim Sheehy (R-MT), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Marsh
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Sens. Scott, Budd, Colleagues send letter to protect U.S. specialty crop producers and restore competitive trade balance with Mexico
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Scott, Budd, Colleagues send letter to protect U.S. specialty crop producers and restore competitive trade balance with Mexico
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) joined Sen. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) in sending a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, calling for measures to restore a more competitive trade balance for U.S. specialty crops with Mexico. In the letter, the senators advocate
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Tarleton State Officially Begins Full-time United Athletic Conference Membership
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, July 1 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news:
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Tarleton State Officially Begins Full-time United Athletic Conference Membership
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Tarleton State University has officially begun full-time membership into the United Athletic Conference (UAC) as of Wednesday. Tarleton State announced last summer the Texans would begin membership in the new conference on July 1, 2026.
The UAC sponsors 16 sports, which includes Tarleton State in each; baseball, men's
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Texas A&M Engineering: Building Dexterous, Intelligent and Versatile Robotic Hands
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 2 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Building dexterous, intelligent and versatile robotic hands
A National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center program creates opportunities for educators and undergraduates to explore advances in robotic manipulation, intelligent control systems and next-generation human-robot collaboration at Texas A&M.
By Jennifer Nichols, Contributor
Texas A&M University is advancin
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TheDream.US: Gaby Pacheco - 'Cruel and Counterproductive' Dreamer Ban Would Violate Self-Described Mission of Florida College System
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 2 -- TheDream.US, a college and career success program for immigrant youth, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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Gaby Pacheco: "Cruel and Counterproductive" Dreamer Ban Would Violate Self-Described Mission of Florida College System
Miami, FL - Today, Florida's State Board of Education is scheduled to vote on a proposed rule to ban undocumented students from attending state colleges. Last week, the Florida Board of Governors voted to move forward
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Treasury Sanctions Brazilian Criminal Network Exploiting U.S. Financial System to Launder Drug Proceeds
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on July 1, 2026:
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Treasury Sanctions Brazilian Criminal Network Exploiting U.S. Financial System to Launder Drug Proceeds
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated two Brazilian nationals, three Brazilian companies, and one Portuguese company for their links to Latin America's largest criminal gang, Brazil-based Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC
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Troy University and the American Village welcome educators for Experiencing America's 2026 Teacher Institute, "Manifest Destiny: Going West"
TROY, Alabama, June 30 -- Troy University issued the following news:
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Troy University and the American Village welcome educators for Experiencing America's 2026 Teacher Institute, "Manifest Destiny: Going West"
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Through the Troy University and American Village partnership, the Experiencing America Initiative provided educators with a week of professional learning featuring expert-led presentations, collaborative application sessions, and classroom resources designed to strengthen our c
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UMass Amherst Graduate Students and Alumnae Awarded Fulbright Grants
AMHERST, Massachusetts, July 1 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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UMass Amherst Graduate Students and Alumnae Awarded Fulbright Grants
Two graduate students and an alumna will conduct research in Uganda, Vietnam and the Netherlands, respectively, and another alumna will teach in South Korea as awardees of Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants for the 2026-27 academic year.The recipients of one of the nation's most prestigious international exchange programs, a
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University of West Florida Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity
PENSACOLA, Florida, July 2 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release:
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UWF unveils refreshed brand identity
The University of West Florida has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, including a new primary logo and updated visual system, designed to better reflect the University's growth and forward momentum.
The brand refresh comes at a transformative time for UWF as it reaches record enrollment, expand
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, July 1
DORAL, Florida, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command issued the following news release:
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, July 1
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At the direction of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the U.S. military continues supporting the State Department-led U.S. government earthquake relief response in Venezuela.
* The Humanitarian Assistance Coordination Center (HACC) is now fully operational and is working with the Government of Venezuela and t
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 28
DORAL, Florida, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command issued the following news release:
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 28
At the direction of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), U.S. military capabilities continue arriving in Venezuela today to support ongoing U.S. earthquake relief efforts requested by the Venezuelan government and led by the U.S. State Department.
* A Contingency Response Element (CRE), comprised of approximately
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 29
DORAL, Florida, June 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command issued the following news release:
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 29
At the direction of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), U.S. military capabilities continue arriving in Venezuela to support ongoing U.S. earthquake relief efforts requested by the Venezuelan government and led by the State Department.
* Six U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo aircraft are scheduled to arrive
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 30
DORAL, Florida, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command issued the following news release:
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Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, June 30
At the direction of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the U.S. military continues supporting the State Department-led U.S. government earthquake relief response in Venezuela.
* A Humanitarian Assistance Coordination Center (HACC), directed by U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard, has been established a
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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Vehicle Space Guards
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Vehicle Space Guards
The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain vehicle space guards. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's notice of institution.
The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Jonathan Black Kotyk of At
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Wasserman Schultz, Salazar Reintroduce Bipartisan Condo Relief Bill to Mark Surfside Collapse Anniversary
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Wasserman Schultz, Salazar Reintroduce Bipartisan Condo Relief Bill to Mark Surfside Collapse Anniversary
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Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Maria Salazar (FL-27) announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act to provide comprehensive condo relief that expands and ensures access to public and private l
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