News Tipoffs - Connecticut Editors
777 West Putnam Avenue Achieves 100% Occupancy Following 23,000 Square Feet of Leasing Activity
NEW YORK, July 21 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release:
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777 West Putnam Avenue Achieves 100% Occupancy Following 23,000 Square Feet of Leasing Activity
Newmark Arranges Four Office Lease Transactions at Class A Property on Behalf of Ownership
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Newmark announces the Company has arranged 23,248 square feet of office leases at 777 West Putnam Avenue in Greenwich, Connecticu
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes and Coalition Win Ruling Protecting Billions in Critical Federal Funding
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 21 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 20, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes and Coalition Win Ruling Protecting Billions in Critical Federal Funding
Attorney General Mayes today announced that a coalition of 24 states won a key ruling Friday declaring that the Trump Administration illegally misused its regulatory authority to unlawfully pull billions of dollars in federal funding that Congress had set aside for crucial stat
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Collagen Peptides Support Bone Health for Female Runners
STORRS, Connecticut, July 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Collagen Peptides Support Bone Health for Female Runners
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Collagen is a protein found in skin, hair, nails, tendons, cartilage, and bones.
Our bodies naturally produce collagen using the foods we eat. But, in recent years, collagen peptides have gained popularity as a supplement to support joint, hair, skin, and gut health.
A new study led by Jennifer Fields, assistant professor of nutritional
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Connecticut High School and College Students Present their Summer Research
STORRS, Connecticut, July 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Connecticut High School and College Students Present their Summer Research
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On July 16-17 the Health Career Opportunities Programs (HCOP) of UConn Health hosted a two-day research symposium for high school and college students from across Connecticut's towns who participated in its annual Summer Enrichment Programs.
Each student conducted either innovative basic science or clinical health dispar
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From Central Falls to Kingston: A first-generation graduate's journey
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, July 20 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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From Central Falls to Kingston: A first-generation graduate's journey
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KINGSTON, R.I. - July 20, 2026 - Big dreams often start in small places. For Lyneth Mendoza, who recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island with degrees in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and applied mathematics, that place was the Ocean State's smallest city. She will soon head westward to Colorad
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Fulbright Grants Send Record Number of Yalies Abroad
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, July 21 -- Yale University issued the following news:
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Fulbright grants send record number of Yalies abroad
Three-dozen recent Yale College graduates and six students or recent alumni from Yale's professional and graduate schools received offers to spend a year abroad through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
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Thirty-six recent Yale College graduates and six students or recent alumni from Yale's professional and graduate schools were offered Fulbright U.S. S
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Gartner Forecasts LEO Satellite Direct-To-Device Connections in Australia and New Zealand to Reach 1.5 Million in 2027
STAMFORD, Connecticut, July 21 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Forecasts LEO Satellite Direct-to-Device Connections in Australia and New Zealand to Reach 1.5 Million in 2027
Remote Connectivity Needs Driving Rapid Adoption Across Rural and Regional Communities
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Low-earth orbit (LEO) direct-to-device (D2D) services in Australia and New Zealand are expected to deliver more than 670,000 connections
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Gartner Forecasts Worldwide AI Platforms and Models Market to Grow 63% in 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, July 21 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Forecasts Worldwide AI Platforms and Models Market to Grow 63% in 2026
Biggest Winners Will Be Vendors That Help Enterprises Manage Where and How AI is Used
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Worldwide end-user spending on AI models and platforms is projected to total $64 billion in 2026, up 63.4% from $39 billion in 2025, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and te
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Gartner Survey Shows 45% of CFOs Say Their AI Investments Lean Toward Productivity, While 20% Say These Investments Lean Toward Decision Quality
STAMFORD, Connecticut, July 21 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Shows 45% of CFOs Say Their AI Investments Lean Toward Productivity, While 20% Say These Investments Lean Toward Decision Quality
CFOs Must Rebalance AI Portfolios Toward Enterprise Value to Meet Board Expectations
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Finance organizations are often investing in artificial intelligence (AI) in ways that do not align with board ex
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Governor Lamont, Lt. Governor Bysiewicz, Secretary Thomas, Attorney General Tong, Commissioner Higgins Highlight Connecticut's Work To Protect Elections and Strengthen Voter Confidence
HARTFORD, Connecticut, July 20 -- Gov. Ned Lamont, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Governor Lamont, Lt. Governor Bysiewicz, Secretary Thomas, Attorney General Tong, Commissioner Higgins Highlight Connecticut's Work To Protect Elections and Strengthen Voter Confidence
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Governor Ned Lamont, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas, Attorney General William Tong, and Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Commissi
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How Brain Chemistry Changes What We Taste
STORRS, Connecticut, July 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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How Brain Chemistry Changes What We Taste
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded an R01 research grant to the lab of assistant professor of physiology and neurobiology Natale Sciolino, Ph.D., to study how the brain chemical norepinephrine influences taste perception - work that could deepen understanding of why taste changes with behavioral state, age, illness, and neurological disea
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Larson Preparing Legislation to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Larson Preparing Legislation to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced that he is preparing legal action against the Trump Administration, as well as legislation to cut off funding for the unauthorized war with Iran, following reports that three additional U.S. servicemembers were killed, one remains unaccounted for, and dozens more we
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Larson Statement on the Passing of John Droney
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Larson Statement on the Passing of John Droney
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the passing of former Connecticut Democratic Party Chairman John Droney:
"I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of John Droney, a man I've known all my political life," said Larson. "As Chairman of the Connecticut Democratic Party, John was a cons
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Md. A.G. Brown Wins Ruling Protecting Billions in Critical Federal Funding
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 21 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 20, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Wins Ruling Protecting Billions in Critical Federal Funding
Judge Rules Trump Administration Cannot Subvert Will of Congress Through Obscure Regulation
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that a coalition of 24 states won a key ruling declaring that the Trump administration cannot terminate previously issued grants for crucial
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N.J. A.G. Davenport Secures Critical Win in Lawsuit to Block Paramount/Warner Bros. Merger
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 21 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on July 20, 2026:
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AG Davenport Secures Critical Win in Lawsuit to Block Paramount/Warner Bros. Merger
Judge Grants Temporary Restraining Order Halting Merger for Two Weeks
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Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today announced that the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a temporary restraining order halting the $110 billion merger of Warner B
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N.M. A.G. Torrez Secures Critical Win in Lawsuit to Block Warner Bros./Paramount Merger
SANTA FE, New Mexico, July 21 -- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez issued the following statement on July 20, 2026:
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Attorney General Raul Torrez Secures Critical Win in Lawsuit to Block Warner Bros./Paramount Merger
Albuquerque, NM - Attorney General Raul Torrez today issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) halting the merger of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (Warn
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Northwell Health's Norwalk Hospital Announces Leadership Update
NEW HYDE PARK, New York, July 21 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release:
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Northwell Health's Norwalk Hospital announces leadership update
Norwalk Hospital welcomes back Dan DeBarba as new hospital president
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Northwell Health's Norwalk Hospital is proud to announce that Dan DeBarba has been appointed as its new president. He succeeds Norwalk Hospital president, Peter R. Cordeau, who is transitioning to executive leadership in workforce development within the Northwell or
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Sir Cato T. Laurencin of UConn Attends Meeting of the Chinese Academy of Engineering
STORRS, Connecticut, July 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Sir Cato T. Laurencin of UConn Attends Meeting of the Chinese Academy of Engineering
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Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin of the University of Connecticut was an invited attendee at a meeting of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
On July 8th, 2026, he attended a combined meeting at the Great Hall of the People, where he addressed Xi Jinping, president of the People's Republic of China. Later that d
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UConn Health CEO, Executive VP Issues Update on June 12, 2026
STORRS, Connecticut, July 17 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following statement by Andrew C. Agwunobi, UConn Health CEO and executive vice president for health affairs:
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Dear Colleagues,
As you may have seen, our 2026 employee engagement survey is underway, and the theme this time is "Progress Happens Together." It's fitting because candid feedback from you goes a long way toward helping my leadership team and me understand what our institution is doing well and what areas
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UConn Med Student Championing Organ Donation
STORRS, Connecticut, July 20 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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UConn Med Student Championing Organ Donation
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UConn School of Medicine medical student Mia Haynes is having a very special, hands-on summer learning experience to help others in need.
She is training in the New England Donor Services (NEDS), the federally designated Organ Procurement Organization responsible for the recovery of organs and tissues for transplant in the New England region.
She i
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Va. A.G. Jones Secures Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
RICHMOND, Virginia, July 21 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on July 20, 2026:
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Attorney General Jones Secures Multistate Settlement of Bankruptcy Claims Against 23andMe over Genetic Data Breach
Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of nearly 7 million custom
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Wash. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs Becomes NASS President and New Executive Board Sworn In
OLYMPIA, Washington, July 21 -- The Washington Secretary of State issued the following news:
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Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs Becomes NASS President and New Executive Board Sworn In
Rapid City, South Dakota -- Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has been selected President of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), the nation's oldest, nonpartisan professional organization for public officials. Hobbs was sworn in July 17 at the conclusion of the NASS 2026
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WVU brings pioneering artist Blanche Lazzell home for Art Museum's largest exhibition on record
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, July 20 -- West Virginia University posted the following news:
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WVU brings pioneering artist Blanche Lazzell home for Art Museum's largest exhibition on record
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The largest collection of artworks by West Virginia University alum Blanche Lazzell, a Monongalia County native and pioneer of early American modernism, is coming back home to the Art Museum of WVU as its largest exhibition ever.
The first traveling exhibition curated by the Museum, "Blanche Lazzell
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Yale Issues Q&A on the Role of Nutrition in Managing Digestive Diseases
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, July 21 -- Yale University issued the following Q&A on July 20, 2026, involving Rosemarie Fisher, professor emeritus of digestive diseases at Yale School of Medicine:
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Gut check: What the digestive system means for our overall health
In a Q&A, gastroenterologist Rosemarie Fisher explains common digestive health issues -- and the best ways to improve gut health.
By Meg Dalton
Early in her career, Rosemarie Fisher often treated patients with diseases like Crohn'
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