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'Grave Concerns:' Chairman Rick Scott Demands Answers on New York AG Letitia James' Failure to Prosecute Medicaid Fraud
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release on Aug. 13, 2026: * * * 'Grave Concerns:' Chairman Rick Scott Demands Answers on New York AG Letitia James' Failure to Prosecute Medicaid Fraud - Today, U.S. Senate Aging Committee Chairman Rick Scott demanded New York Attorney General Letitia James provide the public with answers on the plummeting number of state Medicaid fraud convictions and the lack of   more
4 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 4 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars * NEW YORK - Aug. 13, 2026 - Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been recognized as 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars in a new report from The BTI Consulting Group. The report is based on unprompted, confidential feedback from 350 interviews with chief legal officers and ge  more
46 Greenberg Traurig Lawyers Recognized on 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers List
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 46 Greenberg Traurig Lawyers Recognized on 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers List * NEW YORK - Aug. 13, 2026 - Forty-six attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP were recognized in the third edition of Lawdragon's 500 Leading Real Estate Lawyers list. Greenberg Traurig again has the most honorees of any firm. The 2026 list highlights over 500   more
Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy: Trump Administration Issues Sweeping Executive Order on Childhood Vaccine Schedule
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 13 -- The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy issued the following analysis: * * * Trump Administration Issues Sweeping Executive Order on Childhood Vaccine Schedule On Aug. 10, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) titled "Delivering Gold-Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans," which substantially revises federal recommendations for the childhood vaccination schedule. The order promulgates new federal recommendations divided into three cate  more
Acting Alaska A.G. Cori Mills Obtains Judgment Against Peter Harkovitch and Alaska Motor Home Inc.
JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 14 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release on Aug. 13, 2026: * * * Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Obtains Judgment Against Peter Harkovitch and Alaska Motor Home Inc. (Anchorage, AK) - Today, Acting Attorney General Mills announced that the State of Alaska has obtained a judgment against Alaska Motor Home Inc. and its owner Peter Harkovitch. This concludes the second lawsuit the State of Alaska's Consumer Protection Unit brought against Harko  more
ADC Opposes Rep. Randy Fine's Latest Attempt to Dismiss First Amendment Lawsuit
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee issued the following news release: * * * ADC Opposes Rep. Randy Fine's Latest Attempt to Dismiss First Amendment Lawsuit * August 13, 2026 media@adc.org Washington, D.C. | The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) filed its opposition to Rep. Randy Fine's latest attempt to dismiss Palestinian-American tech entrepreneur Amjad Masad's First Amendment lawsuit. ADC argues Rep. Fine cann  more
Americans for Tax Reform: 40 Examples of Good News Arising From Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by John Kartch: * * * 40 Examples of Good News Arising from Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions In addition to across-the-board tax cuts for households, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025 provides full business expensing for American businesses. In their own words, U.S. employers describe the benefits of the expensing provisions in the bill: Sukup Manufac  more
Americans for Tax Reform: California Is Waking Up to the Housing Nightmare
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by Kiran Subramanian: * * * California Is Waking Up to the Housing Nightmare There is a lot going for California. Beautiful beaches, great food, and a vibrant music scene, to name a few. Unfortunately, living in paradise costs an arm and a leg: California leads the nation in cost of living, pushing Californians out of the state by the millions, particularly to lower-cost and lower-tax jurisdictions such as Texas,   more
Americans for Tax Reform: End the Inflation Tax on Capital Gains to Help Middle Class
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on Aug. 12, 2026, by John Kartch and Sean Rowen: * * * End the Inflation Tax on Capital Gains to Help Middle Class Three-fourths of households with a capital gains filing make less than $200k - As reported Tuesday, President Trump is looking to help middle class households by ending the inflation tax on capital gains. Inflation is created by the government and then taxed by the government. Americans are current  more
Americans for Tax Reform: List of Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on Aug. 12, 2026, by John Kartch and Rachel Loren: * * * List of Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 94. As documented below at least 94 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts. Trump Accounts fo  more
An Airplane Built in Seven Days: One Week Wonder Aircraft Returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2027
OSHKOSH, Wisconsin, Aug. 14 -- The Experimental Aircraft Association issued the following news release: * * * An airplane built in seven days: One Week Wonder aircraft returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2027 Zenith CH 750 Super Cruzer is the project where all can participate - The popular One Week Wonder aircraft building project that creates a finished airplane in seven days is returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2027, as attendees are invited to help construct a Zenith CH 750 Super C  more
As North Florida's need for healthcare providers grows, FSU Health is responding
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 13 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * As North Florida's need for healthcare providers grows, FSU Health is responding * As North Florida faces a growing shortage of healthcare providers, Florida State University is helping address the challenge through FSU Health, the university's academic health system. By bringing together education, clinical care and research, FSU Health is preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals whil  more
Attorney General Alan Wilson defends strong illegal immigration enforcement at SCOTUS
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 13 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson defends strong illegal immigration enforcement at SCOTUS * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a 27-state coalition in a friend-of-the-court brief at the U.S. Supreme Court supporting the legality of detaining illegal aliens without a bond hearing pending their removal from the country. While immigration enforcement is frequently a  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Consumer Price Index, South Region July 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, South Region July 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - Aug. 12, 2026 * * * Regional prices rose 0.1 percent in July, up 3.2 percent over the year - The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region increased 0.1 percent in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The index for all items less food and energy rose 0.1 percent over  more
BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on Consumer Price Index, Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater July 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater July 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - Aug. 12, 2026 * * * Area prices down 0.1 percent over the two months, up 1.9 percent over the year - The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater declined 0.1 percent from May to July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Regional Commis  more
Buchanan Joins Salazar On Letter Urging Secretary Rubio to Designate Ecuador as a Major Non-NATO Ally
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Joins Salazar On Letter Urging Secretary Rubio to Designate Ecuador as a Major Non-NATO Ally * Calls to Recognize Ecuador as a Major Non-NATO Ally to Strengthen Their Strategic Partnership with the United States WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Vern Buchanan (FL-16) joined a letter led by Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), alongside Congressman Carlos Gimenez (FL-28), Congresswoman   more
Cammack Delivers: More Than $42 Million in Rural Health Investments for North Central Florida
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Cammack Delivers: More Than $42 Million in Rural Health Investments for North Central Florida * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) today announced more than $42.2 million in Rural Health Transformation Program investments benefiting health care providers and communities across North Central Florida, following her work in Congress to help craft and advance the legislation that created  more
Canisius University: Four New Members Join Board of Trustees
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 13 -- Canisius University issued the following news: * * * Four New Members Join Board of Trustees * The Canisius University Board of Trustees recently appointed four new members, each of whom began a three-year term on July 1, 2026. The Board of Trustees serves as the university's governing body and formulates and recommends policy to President Steve Stoute. The new trustees bring expertise in higher education, finance, healthcare, entrepreneurship and professional s  more
Canisius University: Trustee Amelia Lyons '93 Brings a Passion for Transformative Learning to Board
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 13 -- Canisius University issued the following news: * * * New Trustee Amelia Lyons '93 Brings a Passion for Transformative Learning to Board * Amelia H. Lyons '93 has built a career studying history, migration and global change-but the foundation for her work began at Canisius University. A graduate of Canisius' History and French programs and a member of DiGamma Honor Society, Lyons is returning to her alma mater as a new member of the Canisius University Board of  more
Center for Biological Diversity: Amended Lawsuit Filed Challenging "Alligator Alcatraz"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Amended Lawsuit Filed Challenging "Alligator Alcatraz" * MIAMI-Conservation groups filed an updated lawsuit today as part of the ongoing legal challenge over the Everglades detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" in the heart of Big Cypress National Preserve. The amended lawsuit shows that state and federal officials withheld crucial information from a federal appea  more
CFK Faculty Member Named Lead Guest Editor of International, Peer-reviewed Energy Journal
KEY WEST, Florida, Aug. 11 -- The College of the Florida Keys issued the following news: * * * CFK faculty member named Lead Guest Editor of international, peer-reviewed energy journal Dr. Hussain, a faculty member from the Department of Engineering Technology at The College of the Florida Keys (CFK), has been named Lead Guest Editor for a special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). Sustainability is an international, peer-reviewed journal published by MDPI, a global open access publish  more
Clinical Trial: Oral CBD Mitigates Post-Surgery Ocular Pain as Effectively as Opioids
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws posted the following news release: * * * Clinical Trial: Oral CBD Mitigates Post-Surgery Ocular Pain as Effectively as Opioids * Gainesville, FL: Plant-derived CBD provides pain relief in a manner comparable to opioids in patients recuperating from eye surgery, according to clinical trial data published in the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. Researchers affiliated with the U  more
Cold War-era law finds new use at America's B-2 bomber base
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: * * * Cold War-era law finds new use at America's B-2 bomber base * KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AFNS) - Qilin Wu, a Chinese national who returned to Whiteman Air Force Base after being warned not to photograph the installation, was sentenced to six months in federal custody following a case built on a 76-year-old executive order signed by President Harry Truman. The conviction showed how a Cold War-era legal framework can be used ag  more
Congresista Mario Diaz-Balart asiste a la ceremonia de nombramiento de una calle en honor de su hermano, el congresista Lincoln Diaz-Balart
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congresista Mario Diaz-Balart asiste a la ceremonia de nombramiento de una calle en honor de su hermano, el congresista Lincoln Diaz-Balart * MIAMI, FL \- El congresista Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26), vicepresidente del Comite de Asignaciones de la Camara de Representantes y presidente del Subcomite de Seguridad Nacional, Departamento de Estado y Programas Relacionados, asistio a la ceremonia de no  more
Congressman Patronis Applauds $9 Million Investment in Pensacola Shipbuilding Industry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Patronis Applauds $9 Million Investment in Pensacola Shipbuilding Industry * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) applauded a $9 million investment from the State of Florida through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to strengthen shipbuilding infrastructure at the Port of Pensacola and create approximately 2,000 manufacturing and related jobs. The $9 million inv  more
CONGRESSWOMAN MARIA ELVIRA SALAZAR SPEAKS WITH POPE LEO XIV AT THE VATICAN ABOUT IMMIGRATION, PRESENTS DIGNITY ACT
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSWOMAN MARIA ELVIRA SALAZAR SPEAKS WITH POPE LEO XIV AT THE VATICAN ABOUT IMMIGRATION, PRESENTS DIGNITY ACT * VATICAN CITY -U.S. Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) spoke today with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where she raised the issue of immigration in the United States and personally presented the Holy Father with information about the DIGNITY Act (H.R. 4393), her bip  more
Conservationist Lawsuit Alerts to Rare Coral Peril
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 14 -- Earthjustice posted the following news release: * * * Conservationist Lawsuit Alerts to Rare Coral Peril; U.S. Corps of Engineers Halts Fort Lauderdale Dredging Victory -- Silt and sediment threatens imperiled staghorn coral and queen conch - Miami, FL -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has agreed to halt authorization of all activity temporarily for a sand dredging project off Fort Lauderdale, FL. due to concerns over damage to imperiled corals. The   more
Cornell University: Attacking cancer-enabling proteins where they live
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 13 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Attacking cancer-enabling proteins where they live * Using a photochemically driven labeling technique, a Cornell-led research group has devised a strategy for capturing cancer-specific protein-to-protein interactions, which could one day spawn targeted therapies for prostate, small-cell lung, pancreatic and other deadly forms of the disease. By targeting the molecules that surround and support the hard-to-acce  more
ECHO Suites Ranked #1 Extended Stay Hotel Brand by USA TODAY Readers
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Aug. 13 [Category: BizTravel] -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * ECHO Suites Ranked #1 Extended Stay Hotel Brand by USA TODAY Readers * HIGHLIGHTS * USA TODAY readers ranked ECHO Suites(r) Extended Stay by Wyndham #1, with Hawthorn(r) Extended Stay by Wyndham and WaterWalk(r) Extended Stay by Wyndham rounding out the top three. * Rankings make Wyndham the only major hotel company with top-ranked extended stay brands spanning econo  more
Exercise PANAMAX 2026 Concludes in Mayport, Florida
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news story: * * * Exercise PANAMAX 2026 Concludes in Mayport, Florida * MAYPORT, Fla. - U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet completed the Combined Force Maritime Component Command (CFMCC) portion of the annual exercise PANAMAX, Aug. 3-12. This portion of the exercise helped provide maritime-focused interoperability training for the U.S. and participating multinational staffs, and build participating nation capability to   more
FAMU Made: Behind Venom, Jayden Patterson was, seen by Thousands. Known by Few.
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 13 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Made: Behind Venom, Jayden Patterson was, seen by Thousands. Known by Few. * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - For three years, thousands of Florida A&M University students, alumni and fans cheered for Venom without ever knowing the person inside the suit. They knew the energy, electrifying dance moves and unforgettable halftime performances. They knew the  more
FAMU Researcher Leads NASA-Funded Project to Advance Future Moon and Mars Exploration
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 12 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Researcher Leads NASA-Funded Project to Advance Future Moon and Mars Exploration * $1.5 million NASA project combines chemistry and artificial intelligence while expanding research opportunities for FAMU students. Tallahassee, Fla.-July 2, 2026-As NASA prepares for future missions to the moon and Mars, Florida A&M University researcher Beni B  more
FCC Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau Issues Public Notice: Applicants for Certification to Participate in National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau issued the following public notice (CG Docket No. 10-210): * * * By the Chief, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission), through the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program (NDBEDP), also called "iCanConnect," provides up to $10 million annually from the interstate telecommunications relay service fund (TRS Fund) to support  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Florida Federal Court Permits Another Digital Wiretapping Claim to Proceed - What Every Business With a Website Needs to Know
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 14 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 8, 2026: * * * Florida Federal Court Permits Another Digital Wiretapping Claim to Proceed: What Every Business With a Website Needs to Know A Florida federal court just gave the green light to a proposed class action accusing a business of illegally intercepting communications simply by using common website tracking tools, delivering yet another blow to any Florida business with a website. The Augus  more
Fla. Education Commissioner Henry Mack Kicks Off the 2026-27 School Year Visiting Education Providers From Early Learning to Career Readiness
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 14 -- The Florida Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * Commissioner Henry Mack Kicks Off the 2026-27 School Year Visiting Education Providers from Early Learning to Career Readiness As Florida's students and educators returned to classrooms for the 2026-27 school year, Commissioner of Education Henry Mack spent the first two weeks traveling across the state to visit early learning providers, K-12 schools, state colleges, and workforce edu  more
Gainesville City Commission Approves Streatery Improvement Grant Program
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Aug. 14 -- The city of Gainesville issued the following news release on Aug. 13, 2026: * * * City Commission approves Streatery Improvement Grant program The Gainesville City Commission's General Policy Committee today approved a new $500,000 grant program to help businesses and property owners make improvements that complement the city's redevelopment of The Streatery in downtown Gainesville. The Streatery Improvement Grant program will provide up to $50,000 per busine  more
George Washington Law Announces 2026-27 Richey Fellows
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The George Washington University Law School issued the following news: * * * GW Law Announces 2026-27 Richey Fellows GW Law will welcome six Richey Fellows throughout the 2026-27 academic year to provide resources and guidance to students considering non-profit and public sector careers. Named in honor of the Hon. Charles R. Richey of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, the Richey Fellows Program brings highly accomplished mid-career public i  more
Greenberg Traurig's Farah Ahmed Appointed to Board of Volunteers of America - Greater New York
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's Farah Ahmed Appointed to Board of Volunteers of America - Greater New York * NEW YORK -- Farah S. Ahmed, co-chair of the New York Real Estate Practice at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the nonprofit organization Volunteers of America - Greater New York. Ahmed represents a broad range of invest  more
Ground Zero Blues Club to Pay $35,000 in EEOC Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Lawsuit
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * Ground Zero Blues Club to Pay $35,000 in EEOC Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Lawsuit Biloxi music venue settles federal suit alleging it fired assistant manager after she reported sexual harassment MOBILE, Ala. - Ground Zero Biloxi LLC, operator of the Ground Zero Blues Club, a music venue and restaurant in Biloxi, Mississippi, will pay $35,000 and provide other relief to settle a s  more
Holland & Hart Advises Planet 13 Special Committee on Proposed Acquisition by Vireo Growth
DENVER, Colorado, Aug. 14 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Holland & Hart Advises Planet 13 Special Committee on Proposed Acquisition by Vireo Growth Holland & Hart advised the Special Committee of the Board of Directors of Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (Planet 13), a vertically integrated multi-state cannabis company, as local Nevada counsel in connection with the proposed sale of Planet 13 to Vireo Growth Inc. (Vireo), a vertically integrated cannabis company and  more
How Corazon Pazmino's Path From Community Advocate to Cancer Researcher Led Her to the Miller School
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * How Corazon Pazmino's Path From Community Advocate to Cancer Researcher Led Her to the Miller School * Inspired by mentors who showed her a future in medicine, Corazon Pazmino begins her M.D./Ph.D. training at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine with a goal of improving cancer outcomes through discovery and patient care. Growing up in Chicago, Corazon Pazmino witnessed  more
Kelly renews push for 'Dalilah's Law' to strengthen highway safety, close loopholes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Kelly renews push for 'Dalilah's Law' to strengthen highway safety, close loopholes * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) renewed his support for Dalilah's Law, legislation that would strengthen Commercial Driver's License (CDL) requirements and help prevent unqualified drivers from operating commercial vehicles on American roadways. The renewed push comes ahead of the first an  more
Lipscomb University: History alumnus keeps history real at Fort Negley
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 12 -- Lipscomb University posted the following news: * * * History alumnus keeps history real at Fort Negley * As director of Nashville's Fort Negley site, Tracy Harris brings the full arc of the Civil War to visitors in one location. Ironically enough, Tracy Harris (BA '10), the man charged with operating and enhancing Nashville's Fort Negley historic site, was not excited about the Civil War history class he had to take to finish up his Lipscomb degree. "I tho  more
Mast Introduces Freedom Haulers Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Mast Introduces Freedom Haulers Act * WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Brian Mast (FL-21) today introduced legislation to codify the Freedom Haulers initiative, permanently securing the fast-track pathway for America's Veterans to earn commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) and take the wheel of America's trucking industry. "Veterans have already proven they have the discipline, the training, and the g  more
NASCUS Announces Election Results and Welcomes New Board and Advisory Council Members at 2026 Annual Meeting
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 12 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors issued the following news release: * * * NASCUS Announces Election Results and Welcomes New Board and Advisory Council Members at 2026 Annual Meeting * ARLINGTON, VA - The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) announced the results of its 2026 elections and welcomed new officers and directors to the NASCUS Regulator Board and Credit  more
Naval Research Lab Tactical Electronic Warfare Superintendent Retires
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Naval Research Lab Tactical Electronic Warfare Superintendent Retires * WASHINGTON - After a distinguished career spanning over five decades of pioneering electronic warfare systems to protect U.S. Navy and Marine Corps personnel, Dr. Francis J. Klemm, Senior Executive Service (SES) and superintendent of the Tactical Electronic Warfare Division (TEWD) at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), has re  more
New NSF-funded project examines when AI systems and humans work best together
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 13 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * New NSF-funded project examines when AI systems and humans work best together * When does artificial intelligence improve human decision-making? Ruogu Fang, a widely recognized AI researcher who will be joining Vanderbilt's esteemed Department of Biomedical Engineering on August 16 as the Flowers Family Dean's Faculty Fellow in Engineering, aims to address this question and more thro  more
New York Times: Larsen, Warren Accuse Trump Administration of Stonewalling Major Transit Projects
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * New York Times: Larsen, Warren Accuse Trump Administration of Stonewalling Major Transit Projects * Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), top Democrat on the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, joined 39 congressional Democrats in demanding that the Trump administration stop d  more
NIH-Funded Study Explores How the X Chromosome Influences Alzheimer's Disease Risk
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 13 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * NIH-Funded Study Explores How the X Chromosome Influences Alzheimer's Disease Risk * Women are nearly twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer's disease. A new NIH-funded study at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine will investigate how genetic and epigenetic changes on the X chromosome may influence risk. Biological sex is one of the strongest known influences on A  more
NOAA: Aerial Surveys - Monitoring Right Whales From Above
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * Aerial Surveys: Monitoring Right Whales from Above Endangered North Atlantic right whales spend the summer in their Northeast feeding grounds, including mothers with new calves. Our scientists and partners are helping to keep them safe by monitoring them from above using aerial surveys. This story is part two of a three-part series. Read about how we are lis  more
NYU: Scheduling Dental Care During Prenatal Visits Boosts Oral Health Care During Pregnancy
NEW YORK, Aug. 14 (TNSjou) -- New York University issued the following news: * * * Scheduling Dental Care During Prenatal Visits Boosts Oral Health Care During Pregnancy Engaging vulnerable pregnant patients in oral health screenings and referrals can improve access to dental care - Prenatal visits might include bloodwork, discussions of due dates and vitamins, and ultrasounds. What if these visits could also improve oral health care among pregnant patients? New research shows that schedul  more
Padilla, Schiff, Congressional Democrats Demand FTA and OMB Stop Holding Blue State Infrastructure Funding Hostage
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Schiff, Congressional Democrats Demand FTA and OMB Stop Holding Blue State Infrastructure Funding Hostage * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and 39 Democratic colleagues in demanding the Trump Administration stop delaying the advancement of public transportation projects funded by the Capital Investment  more
Polk State alumnus promoted to Lakeland Utilities Director
WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Aug. 13 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State alumnus promoted to Lakeland Utilities Director * Joseph "Joe" Costine had little trouble breaking into the world of utilities. His ability to move up the ladder in his field, however, can be partially attributed to Polk State College's affordability and flexibility. Last month, Costine was promoted to Water Utilities Director for the City of Lakeland - Polk County's largest municipality. The Po  more
Rep. Frankel Leads Bipartisan Florida Delegation in Urging Surgeon General to Protect Critical HIV Prevention Funding
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Lois Frankel, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Frankel Leads Bipartisan Florida Delegation in Urging Surgeon General to Protect Critical HIV Prevention Funding * Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) led a bipartisan group of Florida lawmakers in urging Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and the Florida Department of Health to ensure critical federal HIV prevention funding reaches community-based organizations (CBOs), preventing  more
Rep. Larsen, 41 Co-Signers Issue Letter to FTA Acting Deputy Administrator Cahill, OMB Director Vought
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, with 41 co-signers issued the following letter to Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought and Federal Transit Acting Deputy Administrator Matthew Cahill: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 11, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20503 - Matthew Cah  more
Rep. Steube Introduces RED Fuel Act to Eliminate Penalties on Dyed Diesel Fuel
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Steube Introduces RED Fuel Act to Eliminate Penalties on Dyed Diesel Fuel U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today introduced the Restoring Economic Diesel (RED) Fuel Act, legislation that would eliminate federal penalties for the sale and use of dyed diesel fuel in traditionally taxable applications, including use on public roads and highways. "Farmers, ranchers, and small business own  more
Reps. Chu and Kim Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Improved Pet Reunification Following Disasters
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Chu and Kim Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Improved Pet Reunification Following Disasters * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) and Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) led 39 Members in a bipartisan letter urging the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine the challenges associated with reuniting household pets with their owners following federally declared disasters and identify opport  more
Saints at the World Cup: A Summer on Soccer's Biggest Stage
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Aug. 12 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Saints at the World Cup: A Summer on Soccer's Biggest Stage * This summer, two members of the Flagler College community became part of the preparation firsthand. Through vastly different roles, they each helped bring the world's game to life during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Brooke Rienecker, a senior business administration major and midfielder on the Flag  more
Schiff, Padilla & Congressional Democrats Demand FTA and OMB Stop Holding Blue State Infrastructure Funding Hostage
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Schiff, Padilla & Congressional Democrats Demand FTA and OMB Stop Holding Blue State Infrastructure Funding Hostage * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both D-Calif.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and 39 Democratic colleagues in demanding the Trump Administration stop delaying the advancement of public transportation projects funded by the Capital Investment  more
SEC Charges Toms River Trio in Connection With Alleged $47 Million Fraud Targeting Orthodox Jewish Communities
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Leor Moshe, et al., No. 26-civ-10253 (D.N.J. filed Aug. 13, 2026) The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged three Toms River, New Jersey residents for their roles in an affinity investment fraud that raised approximately $47 million from more than 87 investors, who were primarily members of Orthodox Jewish communities in New Jersey and N  more
Senator Moody Hosts Back to School Expo for Florida Families Showcasing New Ways to Invest in Children's Futures and Protect Kids From Online Threats
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Moody Hosts Back to School Expo for Florida Families Showcasing New Ways to Invest in Children's Futures and Protect Kids from Online Threats ORLANDO, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody hosted the Florida Families First Back to School Resources Fair at Valencia College, bringing valuable resources directly to Florida families. The fair connected families with local, state, federal and communit  more
Soto Leads Letter Urging the EPA to Address Puerto Rico's Drinking Water Emergency
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Soto Leads Letter Urging the EPA to Address Puerto Rico's Drinking Water Emergency * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) led aletter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin urging the EPA to address the urgent drinking water emergency affecting Puerto Rico. "In early June, the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) detected a rupture in   more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Invests $35.1 Million into Small Shipyards to Restore America's Maritime Dominance
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Invests $35.1 Million into Small Shipyards to Restore America's Maritime Dominance * Program received a 300% boost thanks to President Trump WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced that the Maritime Administration (MARAD) is delivering $35.1 million to invest in critical infrastructure and workforce develop  more
U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. John Rutherford for Florida's Fifth District
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release: * * * U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. John Rutherford for Florida's Fifth District * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. John Rutherford for Florida's 5th district. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American businesses and  more
UCF Alumnus Engineers Wonder Across Generations
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 13 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Alumnus Engineers Wonder Across Generations * #Highlights * For hospitality management alum Doug Akers '07, the best operations are the ones guests never notice. * Over more than two decades at Universal Destinations & Experiences, Akers has helped create seamless guest experiences that allow people to focus on making memories. * Now, he's helping inspire the next generation of experienc  more
UCF Scientist to Explore Precise Treatment Targeting Weak Spots in Lyme Disease Bacteria
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 13 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Scientist to Explore Precise Treatment Targeting Weak Spots in Lyme Disease Bacteria * Triggered by a near-painless tick bite, Lyme disease causes severe pain and inflammation for more than 475,000 people in the U.S annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Medicine can treat infections after people get sick, but UCF infectious disease expert Mollie Jewett is seeking to halt Bor  more
USF St. Petersburg hosts Alumni Academy for the first time
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 13 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus posted the following news: * * * USF St. Petersburg hosts Alumni Academy for the first time * By Arielle Stevenson, University Communications and Marketing The crowd at Tropicana Field was already on its feet when Tyler Crawford and other USF alumni appeared on the big screen during the seventh-inning stretch. Crawford, a 2011 USF St. Petersburg graduate and longtime Rays fan, was surrounded by fell  more
USU Researchers Present More Than 100 Posters at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium
BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 13 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * USU Researchers Present More Than 100 Posters at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium * In This Article * From Cancer Care to Operational Readiness * Examining Dry Needling Across the Military Health System * Expanding Psychological Support in Large-Scale Combat Operations * A Snapshot of the Research Behind Military Medicine At the 2026 Military Health System Research Sy  more
USU Researchers Present More Than 100 Posters at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium
BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 13 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following research news: * * * USU Researchers Present More Than 100 Posters at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium * In This Article * From Cancer Care to Operational Readiness * Examining Dry Needling Across the Military Health System * Expanding Psychological Support in Large-Scale Combat Operations * A Snapshot of the Research Behind Military Medicine At the 2026 Military Health System Re  more
UWF's Academy of American Civic Republicanism Hosts First Summer Institute for Secondary Civics Educators
PENSACOLA, Florida, Aug. 14 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF's Academy of American Civic Republicanism hosts first Summer Institute for Secondary Civics Educators The University of West Florida's Academy of American Civic Republicanism recently welcomed middle and high school educators and scholars to campus for its first annual Summer Institute for Civics Educators, funded by a grant from  more
Veteran Prosecutors Cooney, Gaston Join Democracy Forward, Launching Anti-Corruption Initiative to Confront Ethics Abuses, Weaponization of Government Against People
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Democracy Forward, an organization that says it advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education and regulatory engagement, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * Veteran Prosecutors J.P. Cooney and Molly Gaston Join Democracy Forward, Launching Anti-Corruption Initiative to Confront Ethics Abuses and the Weaponization of the Government Against the People Cooney and Gaston Bring Decades of Prosecutorial Experience  more
Vindman Stands Up for Virginians Struggling With Rising Electricity Prices
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Vindman Stands Up for Virginians Struggling With Rising Electricity Prices * Congressman Eugene Vindman is fighting to protect Virginians from yet another price hike. As Virginians struggle with rising prices, Vindman says that a merger that further spikes utility costs would be unacceptable. Vindman tells the Prince William Times: "Energy bills are one of (residents') most impo  more
WTAS: Secretary Kennedy Announces Landmark Food Policy Reforms to Advance President Trump's MAHA Agenda
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: * * * WTAS: Secretary Kennedy Announces Landmark Food Policy Reforms to Advance President Trump's MAHA Agenda The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Monday announced two landmark actions to modernize federal oversight of food ingredients and establish a stronger scientific foundation for future nutrition policy. HHS proposed a rule requiring manufacturers to notify the  more