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120 Students Join UCF to Become Physician Knights
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 4 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * 120 Students Join UCF to Become Physician Knights * Pepi Dostal was inspired to enter medicine by his grandmother, a physician who cared for her village in the Czech Republic. Often paid with eggs or meat from her patients' farms, she remains the village matriarch even after retirement. "I saw what she means to her community," says Dostal, who comes to UCF from the University of Washington. "And I  more
2026 SEMA SCHOLARSHIP AND LOAN FORGIVENESS AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
DIAMOND BAR, California, Aug. 4 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association posted the following news release: * * * 2026 SEMA SCHOLARSHIP AND LOAN FORGIVENESS AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED * \-SEMA awards $100,000 to students and recent graduates pursuing careers in the automotive industry - DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Aug. 4, 2026) - The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) announced the winners of the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, which helps students pur  more
ADAO Announces Keynote Speakers for 21st Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference
REDONDO BEACH, California, Aug. 4 [Category: Medical] -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization posted the following news release: * * * ADAO Announces Keynote Speakers for 21st Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference * August 4, 2026 ADAO Announces Distinguished Keynote Speakers and Special Musical Guests for Its 21st Annual Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference Leading experts, advocates, and honorees will gather for Academic Conference and Awards Dinner-in conjunction   more
Americans for Tax Reform: Mamdani's Government-Run Grocery Stores Will Cost A Lot & Risk Putting Neighborhood Stores Out of Business
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on Aug. 3, 2026, by Kiran Subramanian: * * * Mamdani's Government-Run Grocery Stores Will Cost A Lot & Risk Putting Neighborhood Stores Out of Business A Zohran breadline will be coming to a borough near you. After receiving a bailout from the Governor of New York, Kathy Hochul, the Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, announced preliminary plans for his 5-borough, government-run grocery stores, intended to solv  more
Amex Trendex: Business Travel Edition Reveals Major Events Fuel Business Travel in 2026
NEW YORK, Aug. 4 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * Amex Trendex: Business Travel Edition Reveals Major Events Fuel Business Travel in 2026 * Amex names eight trending destinations for business travel across the globe Today, American Express released the latest Amex Trendex: Business Travel Edition, which found that major events are shaping the business travel landscape as companies seek new ways to strengthen client relationships  more
As MHSRS 2026 Opens, USU Research Looks to the Future Fight
BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 4 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * As MHSRS 2026 Opens, USU Research Looks to the Future Fight * In This Article * Rethinking How Medics Train for a Blocked Airway * Tracking Hidden Brain Injury More than 4,000 scientists, clinicians, and military leaders filled the Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Florida, on Aug. 3 for the opening of the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS). Researchers from the Uniform  more
As MHSRS 2026 Opens, USU Research Looks to the Future Fight
BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 4 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following research news: * * * As MHSRS 2026 Opens, USU Research Looks to the Future Fight More than 4,000 scientists, clinicians, and military leaders filled the Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Florida, on Aug. 3 for the opening of the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS). Researchers from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) were among them, bringing work on battlefield   more
At Budget Hearing, Senator Murray Slams Republicans for Sham Hearing on Medicaid Fraud, After They Made the Largest Cuts to Medicaid in History
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * At Budget Hearing, Senator Murray Slams Republicans for Sham Hearing on Medicaid Fraud, After They Made the Largest Cuts to Medicaid in History * Murray: "Chairman Johnson has said repeatedly he believes Social Security is a Ponzi scheme... I am going to keep fighting to save Social Security and protect healthcare for Americans. Now, and long into the future." Johnson: "I've said it's a legal Pon  more
Attorney General Brenna Bird Leads Coalition Demanding Transparency from OpenAI after AI Breach and Hacking
DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 3 -- Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Brenna Bird Leads Coalition Demanding Transparency from OpenAI after AI Breach and Hacking * Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today she is leading a coalition of 15 states demanding transparency and accountability from the AI company OpenAI, led by Sam Altman, for its complete lack of oversight and transparency in the hacking of Hugging Face, another AI company. In   more
Attorney General Hanaway Urges Congress To Help States Fight Medicaid Fraud
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 3 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hanaway Urges Congress To Help States Fight Medicaid Fraud * JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Today, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, alongside 16 other attorneys general, sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce and the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance expressing their support for the swift passage of H.R. 5364 and S.417  more
Back to Our Roots: NRCS Conducts Vital Soil Training
WASHINGTON, Aug. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service issued the following news: * * * Back to Our Roots: NRCS Conducts Vital Soil Training * (RALEIGH, N.C.) - U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) hosted the "Back to Our Roots" training from July 28 through July 30, to expand knowledge and application of soil health practices and management systems across cropland, forestland, and pasture. Attendees were NRCS  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Changing Compensation Costs in the Miami Metropolitan Area June 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- Changing Compensation Costs in the Miami Metropolitan Area June 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region * * * Compensation costs for private industry workers increased 3.6 percent in the Miami-Port St. Lucie-Fort Lauderdale, FL Combined Statistical Area (CSA) for the year ending in June 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Victoria G. Lee noted that one year ago, M  more
Blumenthal Introduces Resolution Blocking Trump Tax Amnesty and January 6 Slush Fund
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Introduces Resolution Blocking Trump Tax Amnesty and January 6 Slush Fund * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced a resolution blocking: the corrupt settlement agreement in President Trump's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); the so-called "Anti-Weaponization Fund" to reward the   more
Blumenthal Slams Senate Judiciary Committee Vote To Advance Blanche's Nomination For Attorney General
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Slams Senate Judiciary Committee Vote To Advance Blanche's Nomination For Attorney General * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, voted against Todd Blanche's nomination to serve as Attorney General of the United States at today's Committee hearing. At the hearing, Blumenthal spoke out agai  more
Booker Statement on Judiciary Committee's Vote to Advance Todd Blanche's Nomination for Attorney General
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Booker Statement on Judiciary Committee's Vote to Advance Todd Blanche's Nomination for Attorney General * U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Ranking Member of the Antitrust, Competition Policy, and Consumer Rights Subcommittee, issued the following statement after the Committee voted to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General:  "Today,   more
Buckeyes Start 2026 at No. 1 In US LBM Coaches Poll
WACO, Texas, Aug. 4 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Buckeyes Start 2026 at No. 1 In US LBM Coaches Poll * Ohio State is the preseason favorite to win the 2026 national title according to the coaches in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The Buckeyes will look to improve from their 12-2 record and quarterfinal playoff appearance from a year ago. Following Ohio State at No. 2 is Oregon. The Ducks ended the 2025 season ranked No. 4 with a 1  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announced the Deployment of Additional Firefighting Resources and Specialized Personnel to Washington and Oregon
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 5 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announced the deployment of additional firefighting resources and specialized personnel to Washington and Oregon California is stepping up across the West to help our neighbors to battle historic wildfires What you need to know: Under Governor Newsom's leadership, California is deploying more firefighters and resources to both Oregon and Washington, help  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments on Aug. 4, 2026
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 5 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.4.2026 Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Luis Garnica, of Sacramento, has been appointed Warden of Mule Creek State Prison at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, where he has been serving as Acting Warden since 2025. Garnica was Acting Chief Deputy Warden at the California   more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Invites President Trump to Deliver Overdue Wildfire Recovery Funding During Los Angeles Visit
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 5 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom invites President Trump to deliver overdue wildfire recovery funding during Los Angeles visit As the President raises campaign money at his Palos Verdes golf club, Governor calls on him to finally send the disaster aid he promised 18 months ago What you need to know: President Trump is in Los Angeles County today for a Republican National Committee fundr  more
Cleveland Clinic One of the Nation's Best Hospitals
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 4 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Cleveland Clinic posted the following news release: * * * Cleveland Clinic One of the Nation's Best Hospitals * CLEVELAND: For the 36th consecutive year, Cleveland Clinic is ranked as one of America's best hospitals, earning a spot on U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 20 hospitals nationwide. "We are grateful for the dedication of our caregivers and the trust our patients place  more
Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and Florida Democrats Press DeSantis Administration for Answers on Planned Use of AI in SNAP Eligibility Determinations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and Florida Democrats Press DeSantis Administration for Answers on Planned Use of AI in SNAP Eligibility Determinations Lawmakers Raise Alarm Over Florida's Rush to Use AI in SNAP Program - ORLANDO, FL -- Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) and members of the Florida Democratic Congressional Delegation--Kathy Castor (FL-14), Lois Fr  more
Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement on the Death of Citadel Cadet Dustin Rose
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement on the Death of Citadel Cadet Dustin Rose * CHARLESTON, S.C., (August 4, 2026) - Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) released the following statement today after Dustin Rose, a Citadel cadet and South Carolina National Guardsman, was found shot to death alongside another young man in DeLand, Florida: "Our hearts are shattered. Dustin Rose was only 19 years old, a   more
Daylight Saving Time Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45208) on July 24, 2026, entitled "Daylight Saving Time (DST)" by energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark and senior research librarian Lynn J. Cunningham: * * * SUMMARY Daylight saving time (DST) is a period of the year between spring and fall when clocks in most parts of the United States are set one hour ahead of standard time. DST begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first  more
Daylight Saving Time Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45208) on July 24, 2026, entitled "Daylight Saving Time:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Department of Transportation's Regulation of Time Zones Although states may exempt themselves, in whole or in part, from DST, they cannot independently change time zones or alter the length of DST (i.e., DST begins and ends on statutorily mandated dates). There are two ways in which an area can be mo  more
Dean Mead Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Dean Mead, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Dean Mead Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026; Detzel and Akins Spotlighted Dean Mead has once again earned recognition in the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide, reaffirming the firm's position among the nation's leading advisors to individuals and families with complex wealth planning needs. In addition to the firm's ranking, Estate Planning attorneys Lauren Detzel and David Akins receiv  more
Duke Energy Reports 2nd-Quarter 2026 Financial Results
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 5 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy reports second-quarter 2026 financial results Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has posted its second-quarter 2026 financial results in a news release available on the company's website at the following link: duke-energy.com/investors. Harry Sideris, president and chief executive officer, and Brian Savoy, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will discuss the company's financial result  more
Durbin Reveals Devastating Insights Into Dilley Detention Facility, Calls On Judiciary Republicans To Hold Committee Oversight Hearing On The Treatment Of Children And Families In ICE Detention
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Reveals Devastating Insights Into Dilley Detention Facility, Calls On Judiciary Republicans To Hold Committee Oversight Hearing On The Treatment Of Children And Families In ICE Detention Staff site visits provide new insight into the cruelty of the illegal Trump mass deportation agenda on children & families, including inhumane conditions  more
Eckerd Professor Among 66 Co-Authors Sounding the Alarm on Frontier Threats in Indigenous Amazonia
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Eckerd College posted the following news: * * * Eckerd Professor Among 66 Co-Authors Sounding the Alarm on Frontier Threats in Indigenous Amazonia It was a "master class in collaboration," says Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Amanda Hoffman-Hall, Ph.D., who co-authored a recently published research paper with 65 other authors across 57 institutions. "Spiralling frontier threats in Indigenous Amazonia" brings attention to the critical nature of   more
Ecuadorian Exporters' Effort to Win Exemption from Trade Relief Backfires
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * Ecuadorian Exporters' Effort to Win Exemption from Trade Relief Backfires * Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced the final results of the expedited review of the countervailing duty order on frozen warmwater shrimp from Ecuador. The decision rejects a more than year-long effort of three Ecuadorian exporters to be excluded from the coun  more
EFSC Trustee Ronald Howse Renamed Chair; New Trustee Welcomed
COCOA, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Eastern Florida State College posted the following news release: * * * EFSC Trustee Ronald Howse Renamed Chair; New Trustee Welcomed * Ronald Howse has been named to an additional one-year term as chair of the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. Trustees gave Howse their unanimous support Monday, citing his strong leadership and dedication. "What makes it easy to chair this board is the quality team at EFSC," said Howse. "It is an honor to serve and w  more
Embry Riddle Aviation Maintenance SkillBridge Program Celebrates 1,000th Graduate
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University posted the following news: * * * Embry Riddle Aviation Maintenance SkillBridge Program Celebrates 1,000th Graduate Author: Seth Robbins Brandon Arthur spent years in the Army working on Apache helicopters, removing rotor systems, repairing engines and testing systems. Looking to apply his extensive knowledge to the civilian aviation world, he enrolled in Embry Riddle's Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) SkillBridge Pro  more
Embry Riddle Awarded NSF Grant to Engage Undergrads Nationwide in Drone Cybersecurity Research
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University posted the following news: * * * Embry Riddle Awarded NSF Grant to Engage Undergrads Nationwide in Drone Cybersecurity Research Author: Melanie Stawicki Azam For Embry Riddle Aeronautical University student Lucas Saunders, a cybersecurity drone research program held at the Daytona Beach Campus two summers ago put him on the fast track to land a six-month software engineering co-op with Collins Aerospace. "It's the first   more
Experienced Tax Partner Megan Jones Joins Holland & Knight's Global Wealth and Family Office Practice Group in Century City
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Experienced Tax Partner Megan Jones Joins Holland & Knight's Global Wealth and Family Office Practice Group in Century City * LOS ANGELES (August 4, 2026) - Tax attorney Megan Jones has joined Holland & Knight's Century City office as a partner in the Global Wealth and Family Office Practice Group. Ms. Jones helps individuals, family offices and businesses navigate comp  more
Extremist Content Online: Multiple Developments in Active Club Propaganda Messaging and Proposed Strategy
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 [Category: Sociological] -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release: * * * Extremist Content Online: Multiple Developments in Active Club Propaganda Messaging and Proposed Strategy * (New York, N.Y.) -The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports on the methods used by extremists and terrorist groups on the Internet to spread propaganda and incite violence. In this week's issue: * ISIS Activity Roundup * ISIS Al-Naba Editorial Addresses Personal For  more
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kim Bynum
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kim Bynum * Dr. Kim Bynum is a professor of business at Flagler College and program director for the International Business degree program. She joined the College in 2023 after serving 21 years in the U.S. Navy as both an enlisted Sailor and commissioned officer. Her teaching and research explore one enduring question: What does it truly mean to help another person grow? Dr. Bynum belie  more
FAMU Alumna Flavia Kanyago Honored with 2026 Developing Leader Award
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Alumna Flavia Kanyago Honored with 2026 Developing Leader Award * MAITLAND, Fla. -CrossMarc Services announced that Vice President of Sales and Leasing Flavia Kanyago has been recognized by the Central Florida Commercial Association of Realtors (CFCAR) as a recipient of its 2026 Developing Leader Award. Kanyago, a FAMU alumna, has been with Cr  more
FAMU Made: Mark Futch Carries FAMU Excellence Into Health Care
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Made: Mark Futch Carries FAMU Excellence Into Health Care * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - After graduating from Florida A&M University (FAMU), Mark Futch, is beginning his career as a health care professional while carrying with him the standard his professors emphasized throughout his time on The Hill: represent FAMU with excellence. Futch, a Summer 20  more
FAU: Resilient Seagrass Species Could Help Reshape Coastal Restoration
BOCA RATON, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * A Resilient Seagrass Species Could Help Reshape Coastal Restoration Study Snapshot: Seagrasses are among the most important foundation species in coastal ecosystems, providing critical habitat for marine life, stabilizing sediments and improving water quality. Yet nearly 20% of the world's historic seagrass cover has been lost. In Florida's Indian  more
FIS Reports 2nd Quarter 2026 Results
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Aug. 5 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * FIS Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results * Second quarter GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.45 * Adjusted EPS of $1.48 increased 8.8% over the prior year period * Revenue increased 29% on a GAAP basis to $3.4 billion, increasing 31% on an adjusted basis and 5.3% on a Pro Forma basis * Net cash provided by operating activities was $493 million and Free cash flow1 was $525 milli  more
Fla. Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson Announces Permanent Protection of Agricultural Land in Levy and Putnam Counties
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 5 -- The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services issued the following news release: * * * Commissioner Wilton Simpson Announces Permanent Protection of Agricultural Land in Levy and Putnam Counties Today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the permanent protection of more than 1,675 acres of working Florida agricultural land through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Rural and Family Lands Protectio  more
Florida Chamber and FloridaCommerce Announce Top 16 Products Advancing in Second Annual Coolest Thing Made in Florida Competition
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 5 -- The Florida Chamber of Commerce issued the following news on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Florida Chamber and FloridaCommerce Announce Top 16 Products Advancing in Second Annual Coolest Thing Made in Florida Competition The Florida Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with FloridaCommerce, today announced the Top 16 products advancing in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition. After thousands of votes and two rounds of competition, the remaining prod  more
Florida consumer sentiment falls for a fifth consecutive month in 2026
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * Florida consumer sentiment falls for a fifth consecutive month in 2026 * Consumer sentiment in Florida declined for the fifth consecutive month in July, falling 2.1 points to 69.3 from a revised figure of 71.4 in June. In contrast, national consumer sentiment increased. "With July's decline, consumer sentiment has reached its lowest reading since December 2023, following five consecutive months of det  more
Florida State University establishes new model to foster international research collaborations
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University establishes new model to foster international research collaborations * Florida State University is pioneering a new model for international research collaboration through its inaugural Visiting Scholars Partnership Program (VSPP), an initiative designed to foster innovation by building lasting research relationships between FSU faculty and leading international institutions. U  more
Former Energy Dominance Financing Program Officials Sydney Bopp and Kevin Curley Join Holland & Knight in Washington, D.C.
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Former Energy Dominance Financing Program Officials Sydney Bopp and Kevin Curley Join Holland & Knight in Washington, D.C. * WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 4, 2026) - Holland & Knight has bolstered its Federal Government Affairs Practice with the additions of Sydney Bopp and Kevin Curley as senior policy advisors in Washington, D.C. They were previously partners at Boundary S  more
FSU expands Stamps Scholars partnership to support top students
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU expands Stamps Scholars partnership to support top students * Florida State University is expanding its partnership with the Stamps Scholars Program to provide the most generous scholarship in university history to five first-year students per year. The scholarship will cover up to four years of each student's full cost of attendance, plus $20,000 in enrichment funding to support internships, study  more
FSU PC, the Arc of the Bay expand adult services with $25,000 grant
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU PC, the Arc of the Bay expand adult services with $25,000 grant * The Early Childhood Autism Program (ECAP) at Florida State University Panama City is partnering with the Arc of the Bay to expand therapy services to adults with developmental disabilities. The collaboration, Cultivating Abilities with Resources Education and Support (CARES), was made possible through a $25,000 grant from the St. Joe  more
Full Privatization of U.S. Airports: Potential Issues & Options for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49041) on July 22, 2026, entitled "Full Privatization of U.S. Airports: Potential Issues and Options for Congress" by transportation and industry analyst Rachel Y. Tang. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY In 1996, Congress established the Airport Privatization Pilot Program (Federal Aviation Reauthorization Act of 1996; P.L. 104-264, Sec.149). The program was established to increase access to s  more
Greenberg Traurig Advises Appeninn Holding on the Acquisition of a Portfolio of 11 Commercial Assets
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advises Appeninn Holding on the Acquisition of a Portfolio of 11 Commercial Assets * WARSAW - 4 August 2026 - Greenberg Traurig advised Appeninn Holding Plc., a Hungarian real estate investment and asset management company, on the acquisition of a retail portfolio consisting of 11 modern shopping centers from Dekada S.A. The transaction includes seven   more
Greenberg Traurig Advises Cartesian Growth Corporation II on $1.2B Go-Public Merger with InoBat
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advises Cartesian Growth Corporation II on $1.2B Go-Public Merger with InoBat * NEW YORK - Aug. 3, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised Cartesian Growth Corporation II, a special purpose acquisition company, on the signing of a definitive business combination agreement with InoBat AS (InoBat), a European battery energy storage systems a  more
Greenberg Traurig Advises H.I.G. Capital, FourWinds Capital Partners on Avove Utilities Acquisition
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advises H.I.G. Capital, FourWinds Capital Partners on Avove Utilities Acquisition * LONDON - Aug. 4, 2026 - Greenberg Traurig, LLP's London office has advised H.I.G. Capital (H.I.G.), a leading global alternative investment firm with US$75 billion in capital under management, and FourWinds Capital Partners (FWCP), a midmarket private equity firm investi  more
JULY 2026: FDA Antibiotic-Contaminated Shrimp Import Refusal Report
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Aug. 4 [Category: Food/Beverage] (TNSrep) -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * JULY 2026: FDA Antibiotic-Contaminated Shrimp Import Refusal Report * Analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) monthly refusal data shows that 77% of shrimp shipments refused for banned antibiotics in 2026 have originated from processors operating with certifications under the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) program. Executive Summary The  more
Justice Dept.: Fraud Division Announces Charges Against 19 Defendants for Medicaid Home Health Aid Schemes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * The Fraud Division Announces Charges Against 19 Defendants for Medicaid Home Health Aid Schemes Division Expands Northeast Strike Force to Philadelphia to Target Health Care Fraud Schemes, Provide Full-Spectrum Accountability - The Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division (Fraud Division) announced a major investment in combatting Medicaid fraud through a significant expansion of th  more
Kicking Off a Fall of Fun on Southwest Airlines
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 4 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Southwest Airlines posted the following news release: * * * Kicking Off a Fall of Fun on Southwest Airlines * Customers looking to catch their favorite team on the gridiron, hear some live music at a festival, watch cars race, or lace up their racing own racing shoes are in luck! Southwest Airlines(r) has nearly 300 flights in its fall schedule specifically designed to connect Customers with the events that are most important in their lives.   more
Morgan State University Selected for Inaugural National Nursing Innovation Fellows Program
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 3 -- Morgan State University posted the following news release: * * * Morgan State University Selected for Inaugural National Nursing Innovation Fellows Program * Dept. of Nursing Leadership Team Joins Nationwide Pioneering Effort to Transform Nursing Education and Strengthen Future Healthcare Workforce Baltimore - Morgan State University's Department of Nursing has been selected to participate in the inaugural Academic Nursing Innovation Fellows (ANI Fellows) Pro  more
Nemours Children's Health Relocates its Winter Haven Primary Care Location to Northgate Shopping Center
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Aug. 3 -- Nemours Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Nemours Children's Health Relocates its Winter Haven Primary Care Location to Northgate Shopping Center * ORLANDO, Fla. (Aug. 3, 2026) - Community leaders, city officials, and local residents gathered today for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the new 7,000 square-foot Nemours Children's Health primary care site in Winter Haven. Located at 1380 6th Street Northwest, Suite 6, in the Publix Super Market p  more
NYU Langone Health Once Again Holds the Most No. 1-Ranked Specialties in the Nation in 'U.S. News & World Report' Rankings
NEW YORK, Aug. 4 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * NYU Langone Health Once Again Holds the Most No. 1-Ranked Specialties in the Nation in 'U.S. News & World Report' Rankings * NYU Langone Health continues to have the most No. 1-ranked specialties and the most top-10 ranked specialties among medical centers in the United States, according to the rankings released today by U.S.  more
Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas Announces Refreshed Hartford Wing Ocean View Guestrooms and Suites Debuting October 2026
TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 4 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas Announces Refreshed Hartford Wing Ocean View Guestrooms and Suites Debuting October 2026 * The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas, is pleased to announce the enhancement of its celebrated Hartford Wing Ocean View accommodations, unveiling a refreshed design for 24 Hartford Ocean View Guestrooms and two Hartford Ocean  more
Okla. A.G. Drummond Urges Congress to Help States Fight Medicaid Fraud
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Aug. 5 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Drummond urges Congress to help states fight Medicaid fraud Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging the U.S. House and Senate to pass two pieces of legislation that would expand the ability of states to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud. He and 16 attorneys general sent a letter to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Senate   more
Phoenix Racing finishes 3rd among U.S. teams in cross-country solar race debut
LAKELAND, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Florida Polytechnic University posted the following news release: * * * Phoenix Racing finishes 3rd among U.S. teams in cross-country solar race debut * Phoenix Racing crossed the finish line to place third among U.S. teams and sixth overall in its debut at the biennial Electrek American Solar Challenge on Saturday, Aug. 1. The Florida Polytechnic University team finished the eight-day, 1,500-mile cross-country race just behind the University of Washington and S  more
Polk State FallFest set for Oct. 10
WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Aug. 4 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State FallFest set for Oct. 10 * For more than six decades, Polk State College has provided opportunities and exceptional higher education in Polk County. For nearly four decades now, FallFest has provided local families with a fun-filled Saturday. This year's event is scheduled for Oct. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Winter Haven Campus. Founded in 1987, the event is free and open to the public. "Fa  more
Rep. Wilson to Host Free Federal Job Fair for South Florida Job Seekers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Wilson to Host Free Federal Job Fair for South Florida Job Seekers * MIAMI GARDENS, FL -Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will host a free Federal Job Fair with Commissioner Oliver Gilbert III on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Miami Dade College, 11380 Northwest 27th Avenue, Building 3. The event comes as recent teacher layoffs and federal workforce reduc  more
Republican Health Care Cuts Continue to Devastate American Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 (TNSrep) -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 3, 2026, with Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee: * * * Republican Health Care Cuts Continue to Devastate American Families June Tally of Layoffs, Closures, and Harms to the American Health Care System Reveals Looming Crisis Following Republicans' Cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care   more
Republican Health Care Cuts Continue to Devastate American Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 3, 2026, with Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee: * * * Republican Health Care Cuts Continue to Devastate American Families June Tally of Layoffs, Closures, and Harms to the American Health Care System Reveals Looming Crisis Following Republicans' Cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act - S  more
S.D. A.G. Jackley Joins Coalition Urging Congress to Help States Fight Medicaid Fraud
PIERRE, South Dakota, Aug. 5 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jackley Joins Coalition Urging Congress to Help States Fight Medicaid Fraud South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 16 other Attorneys General in requesting Congress to support the STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act. The Attorney General Office's State Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) and others throughout the nation are limited by cur  more
Salazar Leads Congressional Letter to Sec. Rubio Urging Major Non-NATO Ally Designation for Ecuador
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Salazar Leads Congressional Letter to Sec. Rubio Urging Major Non-NATO Ally Designation for Ecuador * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), joined by Congressman Carlos Gimenez (FL-28), Congresswoman Carol Miller (WV-01), Congressman Vern Buchanan (FL-16), and Congressman Greg Steube (FL-17), sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the Department of State t  more
Sen. Rick Scott Discusses Protecting Medicaid, Closing Fraud Loopholes at Budget Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Discusses Protecting Medicaid, Closing Fraud Loopholes at Budget Committee Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Today, U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined a Senate Budget Committee hearing focused on protecting Medicaid from waste, fraud, and abuse. During the hearing, Senator Scott questioned witnesses Dr. Brian Blase, President of Paragon Health Institute, and Jonathan Ingram, VP of Policy and Rese  more
Senator King Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fight Mosquito-Borne Diseases
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator King Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fight Mosquito-Borne Diseases * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) is introducing bipartisan legislation to strengthen the fight against mosquito and other vector-borne diseases (VBD). The Strengthening Mosquito Abatement for Safety and Health (SMASH) 2.0 Act would reauthorize funding for federal mosquito control and public health response e  more
Senator Moody Targets Gift Card Fraudsters and Fights to Protect Seniors
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Senator Moody Targets Gift Card Fraudsters and Fights to Protect Seniors Senator Ashley Moody is targeting gift card fraudsters with new legislation to combat criminals who target seniors. Senator Moody introduced the Saving Wallets and Increasing Penalties for Elder Scams (SWIPES) Act to give law enforcement stronger tools to prosecute gift card fraud, close loopholes criminals  more
Senator Murray Vows to Get Spokane and WA Federal Resources for Wildfire Response and Recovery
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Murray Vows to Get Spokane and WA Federal Resources for Wildfire Response and Recovery * Murray: "To every family in Spokane and across Eastern Washington who has lost a home, or a business, or a lifetime of memories-hear me: I promise you-I am with you, today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes to rebuild." Murray: "There is not a single dollar I won't pursue if it means helping Spoka  more
Specialized auto programs meet member needs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news: * * * Specialized auto programs meet member needs * For credit unions, "people helping people" means going above and beyond to find affordable products and services for members who need it. Nationwide, credit unions offer specialized auto loan programs that help members who would not qualify under traditional underwriting secure reliable transportation. As covered in America's Credit Unio  more
Tech Entrepreneur Arnie Bellini Commits $2 Million to Saint Leo University Cybersecurity Program
SAINT LEO, Florida, Aug. 5 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news: * * * Tech Entrepreneur Arnie Bellini Commits $2 Million to Saint Leo University Cybersecurity Program Gift establishes Master of Science in Cybersecurity Executive Track focused on leadership, strategy, and innovation - As cyber threats continue to target businesses, government agencies, and critical infrastructure nationwide, Saint Leo University is expanding its efforts to prepare executive-level cybersecurity   more
Toyota Expands American Red Cross Partnership With $1,000,000 Disaster Relief Donation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- The American Red Cross issued the following news release: * * * Toyota expands American Red Cross partnership with $1,000,000 Disaster Relief donation As extreme weather becomes more frequent and severe, support helps power nonstop response to major disasters - The American Red Cross recognizes Toyota for its increased investment of $1 million to the Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP). This pre-disaster donation builds on Toyota's longstanding support and helps ensu  more
U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Fights to Protect 700+ TPA Security Officers' Jobs, Pay & Earned Benefits
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Fights to Protect 700+ TPA Security Officers' Jobs, Pay & Earned Benefits * TAMPA, Fla. -Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) urged Tampa International Airport (TPA) CEO Michael Stephens and Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA) Chair Chip Diehl to reverse plans to privatize the airport's passenger-screening workforce through the Transportation Security Administration'  more
UHealth's Commitment to Exceptional Patient Care Fuels Historic Rise in U.S. News Rankings
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 4 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * UHealth's Commitment to Exceptional Patient Care Fuels Historic Rise in U.S. News Rankings * Bascom Palmer earns its 25th No. 1 ranking, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center rises to No. 1 in Florida, No. 23 nationally, and UHealth records its strongest U.S. News & World Report performance to date. The 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings reflect UHealth-University   more
University of West Florida Center for Cybersecurity and AI Receives $1.74M NSF Award to Advance AI and Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development
PENSACOLA, Florida, Aug. 5 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI receives $1.74M NSF award to advance AI and cybersecurity education and workforce development The UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI, or CCAI, has received a $1.74 million award from the National Science Foundation through its new CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service, or CyberAI SFS, program to pre  more
USDA Deputy Secretary Details Trump Administration Work to Put American Farmers, Workers First
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 4 [Category: Agriculture] -- The American Sugar Alliance issued the following news release: * * * USDA Deputy Secretary Details Trump Administration Work to Put American Farmers, Workers First * VAIL, CO - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Stephen Alexander Vaden emphasized President Donald Trump's continued commitment to putting American farmers and workers first in a keynote address yesterday at the International Sweetener Symposium. "We put   more
USF Mo-Bull clinic expands access to care through partnerships with Tampa Bay Downs and community organizations
TAMPA, Florida, Aug. 4 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * USF Mo-Bull clinic expands access to care through partnerships with Tampa Bay Downs and community organizations * For the last century, Tampa Bay Downs (TBD) has been a landmark of the northern Tampa Bay region where narrow finishes, huge wins and legendary horse racing take place. However, none of those moments would be possible if it weren't for the seasonal workers behind the track. On the backstre  more
Vindman Opposes Terrible Deal to Hand Over Virginia's Energy Grid to NextEra, Jack Up Virginians' Utility Costs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Opposes Terrible Deal to Hand Over Virginia's Energy Grid to NextEra, Jack Up Virginians' Utility Costs * Vindman: "High energy bills already top the list of concerns for Virginians, and families across the Commonwealth will not be able to endure record-setting rate hikes on top of their existing burdens" WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today sent a letter to members  more
Wasserman Schultz Joins Constituent Released from ICE Facility
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Wasserman Schultz Joins Constituent Released from ICE Facility * Sunrise, FL - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) joined her constituent Claudia Carolina Rodriguez Caglianone after she was released from the ICE Broward Transitional Center in Pompano Beach last night. Click here to watch the full press conference. Click here for video of Claudia and Wasserman Schultz meeti  more