Monday - July 27, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois

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6 State Reps., 41 Organizations Oppose HUD Proposal to Roll Back Equal Access Housing Protections for LGBTQI+ People
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Six State Representatives and 41 organizations have submitted a public comment letter voicing opposition to a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development proposed rule that would eliminate the agency's Equal Access Rule, which has been in place since 2012 with critical amendments made in 2016. The public comment letter submitted to HUD highlights concerns that the proposed rule would discriminate against transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals b  more
AG Campbell Sues U.S. Department Of Education Over Cuts To School Mental Health Grants
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 10 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Sues U.S. Department Of Education Over Cuts To School Mental Health Grants * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a coalition of 14 other attorneys general today filed a lawsuit to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating grants that are part of a congressionally approved school-based mental health prog  more
AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit to Prevent Department of Education's Cuts to School Mental Health Grants
LANSING, Michigan, July 10 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Joins Lawsuit to Prevent Department of Education's Cuts to School Mental Health Grants * LANSING - Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit (PDF) with 14 other attorneys general to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the administratio  more
Ameren to host open house for public input on energy grid reliability project in Franklin County
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, July 10 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, posted the following news release: * * * Ameren to host open house for public input on energy grid reliability project in Franklin County * Key Takeaways: * Ameren is focused on preparing the grid for the future and improving energy reliability for customers. * Plans call for a new transmission line connecting Ameren Illinois' existing Benton Northwest Substation to Southern Illinois P  more
Amidst Cost Crisis, Virginia Urges U.S. Trade Representative to Stop Hitting American Consumers and Businesses With Illegal Tariffs
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 11 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 9, 2026: * * * Amidst Cost Crisis, Virginia Urges U.S. Trade Representative to Stop Hitting American Consumers and Businesses with Illegal Tariffs Attorney General Jay Jones and a coalition of 21 other states are urging the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to change course and drop its plan to continue Trump's illegal tariffs. In a comment letter, the states pushed back on the  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Pushes Federal Government to Further Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 11 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Pushes Federal Government to Further Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls Attorney General Kris Mayes and 48 other attorneys general this week called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen rules that would cut off scammers' access to legitimate telephone numbers. Without that access, scammers can't use real numbers to deceive and sca  more
Arizona Enacts New Law to Increase Funding for Boating Safety
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Arizona Enacts New Law to Increase Funding for Boating Safety * On June 22, Arizona enacted House Bill 2257 that delivers a policy win for the recreational boating community by increasing dedicated funding for boating safety. Signed by Governor Katie Hobbs, the new law revises how Arizona distributes revenue collected through existing watercraft boat reg  more
Ark. Federal Credit Union Supports NCUA Rule Preempting Illinois Interchange Fee Law
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Arkansas Federal Credit Union, Little Rock, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration urging support for its interim final rule affirming federal preemption over the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act and similar state laws. The credit union emphasized that debit and credit card services are essential for its 176,000 members and that interchange fees are necessary to cover costs such as fraud prevention, dispute resolution, and sec  more
Ascension Saint Alexius earns distinction in gynecological care
WASHINGTON, July 10 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Saint Alexius earns distinction in gynecological care * Ascension Saint Alexius achieved accreditation as a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). SRC is a global nonprofit accreditation organization focused on driving quality improvement and program growth across healthcare programs worldwid  more
Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit to Protect Mental Health Grant Funds from Latest Trump Administration Termination Effort
SACRAMENTO, California, July 10 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit to Protect Mental Health Grant Funds from Latest Trump Administration Termination Effort * Multistate coalition challenges Trump Administration's attempt to circumvent court order by recharacterizing grant discontinuations as terminations OAKLAND -As part of a coalition of 15 attorneys general, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today fil  more
Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration for Trying to Slash Youth Mental Health Funding Again
ALBANY, New York, July 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration for Trying to Slash Youth Mental Health Funding Again * July 10, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of 14 other attorneys general in suing the U.S. Department of Education and Secretary Linda McMahon for again attempting to unlawfully cut federal funding for school-based mental health ser  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT TO PREVENT DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S CUTS TO SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH GRANTS
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT TO PREVENT DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S CUTS TO SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH GRANTS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 15 attorneys general, filed a lawsuit to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. Despite a previous court order prohibit  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL STATEMENT ON APPELLATE COURT UPHOLDING STATE BAN ON ASSAULT WEAPONS, LARGE-CAPACITY MAGAZINES
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL STATEMENT ON APPELLATE COURT UPHOLDING STATE BAN ON ASSAULT WEAPONS, LARGE-CAPACITY MAGAZINES * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following statement after the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision in Barnett v. Raoul, in which the court upheld the state's ban on assault weapons and large-capacity magazines. "This is a win that enhances  more
Attorney General Rayfield Sues to Block Trump Administration Cuts to School Mental Health Grants
SALEM, Oregon, July 10 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Sues to Block Trump Administration Cuts to School Mental Health Grants * Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a lawsuit today with 14 other attorneys general to stop the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the Trump administration plans to terminate these   more
Best of Core Forum: Assessing Study Room Use and Patron Needs
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Best of Core Forum: Assessing Study Room Use and Patron Needs * CHICAGO -Join Core for the webinar "" on July 22, 2026, at 1 p.m. CDT. Study room spaces have become a critical resource offered in large academic libraries, yet their standard configuration and policies may not be serving the diverse needs of all patrons. To address this, we conducted an assessment proje  more
Best of Core Forum: The Quiet Revolution Is Loud: Are Libraries Ready?
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Best of Core Forum: The Quiet Revolution Is Loud: Are Libraries Ready? * CHICAGO -Join Core for the webinar "" on August 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. CDT. For most libraries, door counts have reached or surpassed pre-pandemic levels. Demand for quiet study spaces has increased significantly, with people seeking cozy nooks that shield them from distractions. Whether you're attem  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Bloomington, Ind. May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Bloomington, Ind. May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Bloomington, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $29.32 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that   more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Columbus, Ind. May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Columbus, IN May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Columbus, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $29.71 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher p  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Elkhart-Goshen May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Elkhart-Goshen May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Elkhart-Goshen, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $27.97 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that   more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Evansville May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Evansville May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Evansville, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $27.95 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher p  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Fort Wayne May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Fort Wayne May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Fort Wayne, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $28.66 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher p  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - July 9, 2026 * * * Workers in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $31.34 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operatio  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Kokomo May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Kokomo May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the Kokomo, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $28.60 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher paying major occupationa  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Lafayette-West Lafayette May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Lafayette-West Lafayette May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $28.95 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted   more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Michigan City-La Porte May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Michigan City-La Porte May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the Michigan City-La Porte, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $26.16 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Muncie May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Muncie May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the Muncie, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $26.07 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher paying major occupationa  more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in South Bend-Mishawaka May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in South Bend-Mishawaka May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $27.99 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that   more
BLS Midwest Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Terre Haute May 2025
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Terre Haute May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region * * * Workers in the Terre Haute, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $25.67 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that higher paying major o  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Occupational Employment and Wages in Paducah, Ky.-Ill. May 2025
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 11 (TNSLrpt) -- Occupational Employment and Wages in Paducah, Ky.-Ill. May 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - July 10, 2026 * * * Workers in the Paducah, KY-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area had an average (mean) hourly wage of $27.91 in May 2025, compared to the nationwide average of $33.54, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Victoria G. Lee noted that higher paying major occu  more
Bluegrass Institute Issues Commentary: State of Social Mobility in Kentucky Part I: Institutions and Rule of Law
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, July 10 -- The Bluegrass Institute posted the following commentary on July 9, 2026, by Justin T. Callais, chief economist at the Archbridge Institute: * * * The State of Social Mobility in Kentucky Part I: Institutions and Rule of Law When we think about the American Dream, we think about social mobility. - When we think about the American Dream, we think about social mobility. Social mobility is a simple idea: Your life outcomes should largely be unrelated to your pare  more
Budzinski Hosts Third Workforce Summit, Highlighting Careers in Agriculture
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Budzinski Hosts Third Workforce Summit, Highlighting Careers in Agriculture SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Yesterday, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) hosted her third annual workforce development summit bringing together educators, employers, and community leaders to discuss how career and technical education (CTE) can strengthen the agricultural workforce. The event welcomed over 100  more
Circana: England's Heatwave Quarter-Final Could Help Shops and Pubs Score This Weekend
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 11 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release: * * * England's heatwave quarter-final could help shops and pubs score this weekend A winning combination of Saturday night's quarter-final against Norway and soaring temperatures could give shops and pubs their biggest sales opportunity of the tournament so far, according to new data from Circana, LLC. - Circana data indicat  more
Circana: England's Heatwave Quarter-Final Could Help Shops and Pubs Score This Weekend
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 11 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release: * * * England's heatwave quarter-final could help shops and pubs score this weekend A winning combination of Saturday night's quarter-final against Norway and soaring temperatures could give shops and pubs their biggest sales opp  more
Coalition to Transform Advanced Care Urges Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for Improved Prior Authorization Processes for Seriously Ill Patients
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Coalition to Transform Advanced Care has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding proposed rules on interoperability standards and prior authorization for drugs. The coalition focuses on enhancing care for individuals with serious illness, emphasizing comprehensive, person-centered healthcare consistent with patients' goals and values. The coalition supports the establish  more
Congressman Bill Foster Tours Affordable Housing Development in Illinois' 11th District, Leads Roundtable Discussion on Housing Challenges
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, posted the following news: * * * Congressman Bill Foster Tours Affordable Housing Development in Illinois' 11th District, Leads Roundtable Discussion on Housing Challenges * U.S. Representative Bill Foster (IL-11) joined the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago), Housing Opportunity Development Corporation (HODC), McHenry County officials, and local leaders   more
Congressman Garcia Leads Illinois Colleagues in Letter to Attorney General Raoul Opposing Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Garcia Leads Illinois Colleagues in Letter to Attorney General Raoul Opposing Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger * Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) led a letter to Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul expressing grave concerns about the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and supporting any involvement by the Attorney General's office in the investigati  more
Criticality safety standard from ANS open for public comment
LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, July 9 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Criticality safety standard from ANS open for public comment * The American Nuclear Society recently opened a draft standard for public review. ANS-8.22-202x, Nuclear Criticality Safety Based on Limiting and Controlling Moderators, is a revision of ANS-8.22-1997 and provides criteria for limiting and controlling moderators in operations with fissile materials. Details: Unt  more
DNC: In the States - American Families Are Feeling the Harmful Impacts of Trump and Republicans' "Big Ugly Bill"
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: American Families Are Feeling the Harmful Impacts of Trump and Republicans' "Big Ugly Bill" It's been one year since Donald Trump and Republicans sold out working families with their so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill" -- trading away lifesaving healthcare and food assistance to deliver the largest wealth transfer in history for their billionaire buddies. While Tr  more
Dutch Oil Urges Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to Withdraw Interim Final Rule on Swipe Fees
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Matthew B. Bogue, president of Dutch Oil Co., Columbus, Mississippi, and partner at Victory Marketing LLC, dba Sprint Mart, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing opposition to the OCC's interim final rule on National Bank Non-Interest Charges and Fees and the related interim final order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. The company, which operates more than 100   more
Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Opposes Proposed Changes to Federal Grant Policies
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation, Hoffman Estates, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget regarding proposed revisions to policies related to the management of federal grants, cooperative agreements, and other assistance. The foundation expressed opposition to sections 200.205, 200.432, and 200.461 of the proposed federal financial assistance regulation. The organization contends that permitting political appointees   more
Field Museum of Natural History Urges Support for Cultural Property Memorandum of Understanding With Albania and Romania
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of State Cultural Property Advisory Committee urging support for a Memorandum of Understanding with Albania and Romania. The institution emphasizes the importance of the MOU in imposing import restrictions on archaeological materials to combat looting and illegal transport of antiquities, while promoting scientific collaboration. The Field Museum highlights  more
First Financial Federal Credit Union Supports NCUA Rule on Interchange Fees
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- First Financial Federal Credit Union, Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter expressing support for the National Credit Union Administration's interim final rule on preemption of federal credit union noninterest charges and fees, including interchange fees. The credit union urged the NCUA to adopt the rule as final without modification, emphasizing the importance of the regulation to its member-owned cooperative serving approximately 82,000 members. F  more
Games & Gaming Round Table Celebrates the 2026 Game On! Grant recipients - Jefferson High School Library (IL) and Denton Public Library (TX)
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Games & Gaming Round Table Celebrates the 2026 Game On! Grant recipients - Jefferson High School Library (IL) and Denton Public Library (TX) * The Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT) of the American Library Association is pleased to announce TWO recipients of the 2025 Game On! Grant! GameRT introduced the Game On! grant program in 2020 with the intention of providing   more
ITA Delays Preliminary Fatty Acids Dumping Decisions for Indonesia, Malaysia
WASHINGTON, July 10 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration postponed preliminary antidumping determinations on fatty acid imports from Indonesia and Malaysia until Sept. 15. ITA granted a request from petitioner Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, to extend the deadline in the less-than-fair-value investigations covering fatty acid imports from Indonesia and Malaysia. ITA initiated the investigations on March 9, 2026, and the preliminar  more
Just Hired: Eli Leverton
MACOMB, Illinois, July 9 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Just Hired: Eli Leverton * Just Hired! Through the experiences of local, regional, national and international students, Western Illinois University has incredible alumni who are making an impact in the workforce. This series features students from around the world who are hired post-graduation. MACOMB, IL - Meet Eli Leverton, the new program coordinator at the Rushville Fitness and Community Ce  more
Kennedy-King College Graduates Bring Their Pastry Skills to Ireland--and Home Again
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Kennedy-King College Graduates Bring Their Pastry Skills to Ireland--and Home Again * When Kennedy-King College graduates Miranda and Yitlali boarded planes for Ireland last year, they weren't just beginning new jobs; they were taking their education halfway around the world. The two Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute graduates became the first Kennedy-King alumni to complete a year-long culinar  more
LAFCU Supports NCUA Interim Final Rule on Interchange Fee Preemption
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- LAFCU, Lansing, Michigan, formerly Lansing Automakers Federal Credit Union, submitted a public comment letter expressing support for the National Credit Union Administration's interim final rule clarifying the federal preemption of non-interest charges and fees, including interchange fees, for federally chartered credit unions. Though the rule directly applies to federally chartered institutions, LAFCU emphasized its importance for state-chartered credit unions, their memb  more
Lake Forest College Psychology Professor Swerdlow Raises Concerns Over Proposed Political Oversight and Administrative Changes
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Benjamin Swerdlow, assistant professor of psychology at the Lake Forest College, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget expressing concerns about proposed regulatory changes affecting federal research funding. While supporting the goals of transparency, accountability, and oversight, Swerdlow warned the plan would shift core funding decisions from scientific experts to political appointees, eroding the rigor and stability of fede  more
Latest NMMA Data Summary Provides Insight into Shifting Market Conditions
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Latest NMMA Data Summary Provides Insight into Shifting Market Conditions * NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, featuring data through April 2026, shows the recreational boating market continues to navigate elevated interest rates and cautious consumer sentiment. While the report reflects data through April, it analyzes a roll  more
Logix Federal Credit Union Supports NCUA Rule on Interchange Fee Authority
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Logix Federal Credit Union, Valencia, California, submitted a public comment letter expressing support for the interim final rule issued by the National Credit Union Administration on June 9, 2026. The credit union urges the NCUA board to finalize the rule without changes, emphasizing the importance of confirming federal credit unions' authority to charge non-interest charges and fees, including interchange fees. In its letter, Logix explained that interchange fees are es  more
Loyola University Researcher Urges Withdrawal of OMB's Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Katherine L. Knight, professor of microbiology and immunology at Loyola University Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget expressing concerns about the proposed revisions to federal regulations governing financial assistance. The rule aims to convert government-wide guidance into binding regulations with potential wide-ranging impacts on research institutions receiving federal funding. Knight highlights that the pro  more
Mich. Credit Union League Urges Expansion of Preemption Protections to State-Chartered Credit Unions
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Michigan Credit Union League, Lansing, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's interim final rule clarifying preemption authority over federal credit unions' non-interest charges and fees under the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. While praising the NCUA's efforts to shield federal credit unions from the state law's restrictions, the League expressed concern that federally insured, state-chartere  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Pushes Federal Government to Crack Down on Illegal Robocalls
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 8 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Davenport Pushes Federal Government to Crack Down on Illegal Robocalls Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 49 attorneys general today in calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen rules that would cut off scammers' access to legitimate telephone numbers. Without that access, scammers can't use real numbers to de  more
National Association of Convenience Stores Urges Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to Withdraw Controversial Fee Rule and Supports Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The National Association of Convenience Stores, Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter publicly opposing the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's Interim Final Rule on "National Bank Non-Interest Charges and Fees" and its Interim Final Order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. The association urged the OCC to withdraw both the rule and order, citing concerns that they threaten competitive mark  more
New electrochemical device targets climate change by sucking CO2 out of air
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, July 9 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * New electrochemical device targets climate change by sucking CO2 out of air * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Engineers have developed a new way to pull carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere using a process similar to charging and discharging a battery -an advance that could help address the planet's excess CO2 problem. A new collaborative study between scientists at the University of   more
Nicholas Stratton '26 Receives 2026 Pence Award for Law
BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, July 10 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * Nicholas Stratton '26 Receives 2026 Pence Award for Law * In a ceremony hosted by the Department of History and Political Science on May 8, Nicholas Stratton '26 received the prestigious 2026 Vice President Mike and Karen Pence Award for Law. This annual award is given to one outstanding senior at Olivet Nazarene University who exemplifies both excellent academic effort and the potential for a meani  more
Northwestern University: Overlooked Brain Region Helps AI Ignore Ordinary for More Efficient Computing
EVANSTON, Illinois, July 11 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * AI gets a cerebellum Overlooked brain region helps AI ignore the ordinary for more efficient computing * By designing computers to behave more like the brain, engineers seek faster, more energy-efficient computing * Most researchers attempt to mimic the cerebrum, which underlies reasoning, memory and language * New device is first to mimic the cerebellum, the brain's reflex center * De  more
NSSF Statement on 7th Circuit Barnett Ruling
WASHINGTON, July 9 [Category: Business] -- NSSF-The Firearm Industry Trade Association, issued the following news release: * * * NSSF Statement on 7th Circuit Barnett Ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. -NSSF (r), The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is disappointed by the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Barnett v. Raoul. NSSF respectfully disagrees with the Court's decision to reverse and remand a lower court's ruling -made after conducting a several-day bench tria  more
Ohio Credit Union League Urges Broader Federal Preemption of Illinois Interchange Fee Law
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Ohio Credit Union League, Columbus, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's interim final rule addressing federal credit unions' authority to impose non-interest charges and fees. The IFR seeks to clarify that federally chartered credit unions may charge interchange fees on credit and debit card transactions, preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, which restricts such fees on transaction  more
Petroleum & Convenience Marketers President Fletcher Opposes Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's Interim Final Rule on Bank Fees
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- J. Bart Fletcher, president of the Petroleum and Convenience Marketers, Montgomery, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter expressing opposition to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's interim final rule on national bank non-interest charges and fees and its interim final order preempting an Illinois interchange fee prohibition. The trade association, which represents over 3,600 retail convenience stores statewide, said th  more
Picture Books Can Foster Conversations About the Social, Cultural and Nutritional Functions of Food: Study
ITASCA, Illinois, July 10 [Category: Medical] -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: * * * Picture Books Can Foster Conversations About the Social, Cultural and Nutritional Functions of Food: Study * Fruits, vegetables, milk and other foods are commonly featured in picture books, and, according to a new study, they offer an opportunity to engage preschoolers in conversations about the social, cultural and nutritional functions of food. The study, "Portrayals  more
R.I. A.G. Neronha, Coalition Sue Department of Education to Prevent Cuts to Mental Health Grants
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, July 11 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on July 10, 2026: * * * Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Department of Education to prevent cuts to mental health grants Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a  more
Researchers build light-powered 'artificial leaf' for wireless medical implants
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Researchers build light-powered 'artificial leaf' for wireless medical implants * Plants convert light into energy efficiently through photosynthesis-an ability that scientists and engineers still struggle to match with electronic devices. Recently, researchers have looked beyond traditional semiconductor materials to create devices using a promising class of materials called nanoplasmonics. These tiny  more
Restitution Study Group Calls for Inclusive Cultural Property Policies Reflecting Afrodescendant Rights
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Restitution Study Group, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of State Cultural Property Advisory Committee concerning the proposed renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This letter urges the Committee to recognize overlapping rights and interests in cultural property, specifically focusing on objects materially connected to the transatlantic human trafficking and chat  more
Scrubbing bubbles: Microparticles clean wounds, surgical instruments with tiny bubbles
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, July 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Scrubbing bubbles: Microparticles clean wounds, surgical instruments with tiny bubbles Newly developed microparticles can infiltrate stubborn bacterial matrices and release tiny oxygen bubbles to clean surfaces and wounds more efficiently than hydrogen peroxide or other cleaning agents alone, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign report. In two pape  more
Secretary Rollins Announces Growing Momentum Behind USDA's Product of USA Label with 10 New Companies Joining Initiative, Including Wholestone Farms for Nebraska
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * Secretary Rollins Announces Growing Momentum Behind USDA's Product of USA Label with 10 New Companies Joining Initiative * (Washington, D.C., July 10, 2026) - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced that ten additional meat and poultry companies have adopted USDA's voluntary Product of USA label, marking continued momentum behind the Administration's efforts to help cons  more
Sidley Ranked Among Latinvex's 2026 Top International Law Firms
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Ranked Among Latinvex's 2026 Top International Law Firms * Sidley has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Latinvex 's "Top International Law Firms" rankings, earning recognition across five practice areas that underscore the firm's strength advising clients on sophisticated cross-border matters throughout Latin America. Sidley has been recognized in the follow  more
Sidley Represented Lenders on Spearmint Energy's US$325 Million Financing
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represented Lenders on Spearmint Energy's US$325 Million Financing * Sidley represented Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit, Elda River Capital Management, Harrison Street Asset Management, and Aiga Capital Partners in connection with a US$325 million expanded debt facility provided to Spearmint Energy (Spearmint), a next-generation energy company focused on devel  more
Sidley Represents Invitation Homes in US$500 Million Senior Notes Offering
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Invitation Homes in US$500 Million Senior Notes Offering * Sidley represented Invitation Homes Operating Partnership LP, the operating partnership of Invitation Homes Inc. (NYSE: INVH), in connection with a public debt offering of US$500 million aggregate principal amount of 4.950% Senior Notes due 2032. INVH is a real estate investment trust and a lead  more
Sidley Shortlisted at the FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Shortlisted at the FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe 2026 * Sidley has been shortlisted in the "Innovative Lawyers in Private Capital" category at the FT Innovative Lawyers Awards Europe 2026. The annual awards are given by the Financial Times and its research partner, RSGI, to recognize innovative law firms and in-house legal teams across the European market for  more
Sidley Strengthens Global Finance Practice With Finance Partners Lee Askenazi, Alistair Dunlop, Robert Hagan, and Rebecca O'Brien in New York and Washington, D.C., and With Tax Partner James Gouwar in New York
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Strengthens Global Finance Practice With Finance Partners Lee Askenazi, Alistair Dunlop, Robert Hagan, and Rebecca O'Brien in New York and Washington, D.C., and With Tax Partner James Gouwar in New York * New York/Washington, D.C. - Sidley is pleased to announce that Lee Askenazi, Alistair Dunlop, Robert Hagan, and Rebecca O'Brien have joined the firm's Global Fina  more
Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expresses Concerns Over Proposed Federal Award Rules
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget voicing concerns about proposed revisions to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. The STS highlighted potential impacts of the rule changes on biomedical research funding, particularly in cardiothoracic surgery. The STS supports prudent management of federal research grants but war  more
Study shows remote monitoring program improves blood pressure control
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 [Category: BizHospital] -- Northwestern Medicine issued the following news release: * * * Study shows remote monitoring program improves blood pressure control * GLENVIEW, Ill., - A pilot program at the Northwestern Medicine Glenview Outpatient Center using remote blood pressure monitoring to improve care for patients with hypertension has been published in the Journal for Healthcare Quality, highlighting meaningful gains in patient outcomes. Hypertension, or high  more
Study shows remote monitoring program improves blood pressure control
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 9 -- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Study shows remote monitoring program improves blood pressure control * GLENVIEW, Ill., - A pilot program at the Northwestern Medicine Glenview Outpatient Center using remote blood pressure monitoring to improve care for patients with hypertension has been published in the Journal for Healthcare Quality, highlighting meaningful gains in patient outcomes. Hypertension, or high b  more
Tennessee Attorney General Skrmetti Pushes Federal Government to Crack Down on Illegal Robocalls
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 9 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Tennessee Attorney General Skrmetti Pushes Federal Government to Crack Down on Illegal Robocalls * Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today joined a bipartisan coalition of 49 attorneys general in urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to adopt stronger safeguards that would make it harder for scammers to obtain legitimate telephone numbers and use them to targe  more
Truck & Engine Manufacturers Association Proposes Revisions to EPA Tier 4 Vehicle Standards
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding amendments to the phase-in schedule for Tier 4 criteria pollutant standards affecting light-duty and medium-duty vehicles. EMA represents leading manufacturers of these vehicles regulated under the EPA's upcoming regulations for model years 2027 and later. In its letter, EMA expressed support for the EPA's proposed flex  more
U.S. Bancorp Supports Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's Preemption of Ill. Interchange Fee Prohibition Act
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- U.S. Bancorp, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter expressing support for the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's interim final rule on national bank non-interest charges and fees and the order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. The public comment letter from U.S. Bank highlights the role these federal actions play in safeguarding national banks' authority under the National Bank Act and  more
UNF kinesiology major turns passion for athletic performance into promising sport science career
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, July 9 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF kinesiology major turns passion for athletic performance into promising sport science career * For University of North Florida student Riley Parrish, the path to sport science began on the volleyball court while in high school. As a setter standing only 5-foot-2, Parrish quickly learned she needed a competitive edge against taller, more agile players. That search for improvement led her to  more
University of Nebraska: Achievements - Honors, Appointments and Publications for July 10
LINCOLN, Nebraska, July 11 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Achievements | Honors, appointments and publications for July 10 Recent achievements for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln community were earned by Cameron Adkins, Guillermo R. Balboa, Christine Booth, Jennifer Brhel, Gayoung Choi, Raymond C. Ward, the Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design and the UNL Tractor A-Team. Honors Christine Booth, lecturer in the Department of Agronomy and  more
Wash. Food Industry Association President & CEO Hetrick Opposes Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Swipe Fee Rules & Order
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Tammie Hetrick, president and CEO of the Washington Food Industry Association, Seattle, has submitted a public comment letter expressing opposition to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's interim final rule on national bank non-interest charges and fees, as well as the interim final order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. WFIA, a trade association representing supermarkets, convenience stores, and suppliers   more
Washington State leads lawsuit to prevent Department of Education's cuts to school mental health grants
OLYMPIA, Washington, July 10 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington State leads lawsuit to prevent Department of Education's cuts to school mental health grants * Attorney General Nick Brown led a lawsuit today with 14 other attorneys general to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the administration plans to te  more
What every household debating rooftop solar needs: a champion
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 9 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * What every household debating rooftop solar needs: a champion * Two sets of roles emerge when couples consider installing solar panels on their house, a new study shows: in sync, when partners with shared goals and defined tasks end up adopting solar, and oppositional, marked by discord and not making the solar investment. A second study showed that greater support from all members of a household - parents, ki  more
Why saving animals like monkeys and apes could be key to preventing a mass extinction
LONDON, England, July 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- Taylor and Francis Group, a publishing company, posted the following news release: * * * Why saving animals like monkeys and apes could be key to preventing a mass extinction * Book publication announcement 10th July 2026 How focusing efforts on protecting umbrella species could halt biodiversity collapse Picture by bojangles for Alamy. There's a way to stop the widescale loss of plants and animals on Earth, according to a conservation e  more
Wis. Bankers Association Supports Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's Rule on National Bank Fees & Ill. Law Preemption
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Wisconsin Bankers Association, Madison, submitted a public comment letter expressing support for the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's interim final rule clarifying that national banks have authority to impose non-interest fees, including interchange fees set with third parties. The association also endorses the OCC's interim final order that federal law preempts the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. The association em  more
WIU Alumnus Alex Degman Featured on NPR's 'Here & Now' For Climate Reporting
MACOMB, Illinois, July 10 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Alumnus Alex Degman Featured on NPR's 'Here & Now' For Climate Reporting * MACOMB, IL - Western Illinois University Broadcasting and Journalism alumnus Alex Degman ('08), of Chicago, IL, recently had his reporting featured nationally on NPR's Here & Now and All Things Considered, highlighting how lessons learned from Chicago's devastating 1995 heat wave continue to shape the city's response   more
Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights: Unaccompanied Children Once Again Under Attack by the Trump Administration
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 10 -- The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights issued the following news release on July 8, 2026: * * * Unaccompanied Children Once Again Under Attack by the Trump Administration WASHINGTON, DC -- Last week the Texas Tribune reported that the Trump Administration may relocate unaccompanied immigrant children to Texas to disrupt their reunification with family in the U.S. and facilitate faster deportations, raising serious concerns about children's access to due  more