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News Tipoffs - Pennsylvania Editors

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'Strip Mine Jesus' finds God's goodness right where you are
GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: * * * 'Strip Mine Jesus' finds God's goodness right where you are * Dr. Charles E. Cotherman A new book by the executive director The Center for Rural Ministry at Grove City College lays out the case for Christians to find the goodness of God in the places they are, no matter how small, out of the way, or left behind they may seem. "Strip Mine Jesus: Hope for the Rural Church, Small Towns, and Ov  more
A Penn State journey dedicated to opening doors for others
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * A Penn State journey dedicated to opening doors for others * MIDDLETOWN, Pa. -On Roderick Lee's path to earning five degrees from Penn State, there were people who recognized his potential and encouraged him to pursue opportunities that shaped his career. Now, as a faculty member, he works to open doors for others, as he supports and mentors the next generation of Nittany Lions. Lee is a  more
ACA Connects Applauds FCC Report on Competitive Broadband Marketplace
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 [Category: Telecommunications] -- ACA Connects (America's Communications Association) posted the following news release: * * * ACA Connects Applauds FCC Report on Competitive Broadband Marketplace * August 14, 2026-In response to the FCC today releasing its annual Section 706 Report that found there is "intense competition benefitting consumers" in the communications marketplace, America's Communications Association issued the following statement. "Today's   more
AG Campbell Joins Coalition In Suing Trump Administration Over Unlawful Demand For Personal Information Of Commercial Drivers
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 13 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Joins Coalition In Suing Trump Administration Over Unlawful Demand For Personal Information Of Commercial Drivers * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of 22 states in filing two lawsuits against the Trump Administration over its demand that the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) pro  more
AG Nessel Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of CDL Drivers
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 13 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of CDL Drivers * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania today in filing two lawsuits against the Trump administration for demanding that the American Association of Motor Vehicles Administrators (AAMVA) produce a database o  more
American Trucking Associations: Finalists Announced for 2026 National Truck Driving Championships
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 14 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release: * * * Finalists Announced for 2026 National Truck Driving Championships * Aug 14, 2026Pittsburgh, PA - Forty-five professional truck drivers have advanced to the finals of the National Truck Driving and Step Van Driving Championships, which are being held this year at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh. These annual competitions date back to 193  more
Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of Drivers
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Aug. 13 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of Drivers * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general and the governor of Pennsylvania in filing two lawsuits against the Trump Administration for demanding production of a database of state-owned records containing the sensitive personal information  more
Attorney General Griffin Announces Successful Resolution of FOIA Lawsuit Against Arkansas Board of Corrections
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 13 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Griffin Announces Successful Resolution of FOIA Lawsuit Against Arkansas Board of Corrections * #Griffin: 'The Freedom of Information Act serves an essential role in preserving public confidence in our institutions, and I will continue to defend it whenever necessary.' LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement after a Pulaski Count  more
Attorney General James Secures More Than 280,000 Eggs for New York City Families
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 14 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than 280,000 Eggs for New York City Families * August 14, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the delivery of more than 280,000 eggs to Food Bank For New York City in the Bronx as part of a bipartisan multistate settlement with Cal-Maine Foods (Cal-Maine), Versova/Centrum (Versova), and Hickman's Egg Ranch (Hick  more
Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Block Illegal Seizure of Millions of Drivers' Personal Data
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Block Illegal Seizure of Millions of Drivers' Personal Data * August 13, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a multistate coalition of 21 other attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania in suing to stop the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (D  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser sues Trump administration for unlawfully demanding personal info of commercial driver's license holders
DENVER, Colorado, Aug. 13 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser sues Trump administration for unlawfully demanding personal info of commercial driver's license holders * Aug. 13, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania today in filing two lawsuits against the Trump administration for demanding production of a database of state-owned records co  more
Attorney General Rayfield Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of CDL Drivers
SALEM, Oregon, Aug. 13 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Sues Trump Administration for Unlawfully Demanding Personal Information of CDL Drivers * #Administration Threatens to Withhold $10 Million in Federal Funding Unless Sensitive Information of Millions of Drivers is Turned Over Attorney General Dan Rayfield is suing the Trump administration for demanding a database containing the personal information of 17 million c  more
Attorney General Tong Sues Trump Administration to Stop Unlawful Demands for Personal Information of CDL Drivers
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 13 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Sues Trump Administration to Stop Unlawful Demands for Personal Information of CDL Drivers * Press Releases Administration Threatens to Withhold $10 Million in Federal Funding Unless Sensitive Information of Millions of Drivers is Turned Over (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and the state of  more
Auditor General DeFoor Releases Pennsylvania Turnpike Audit; Sees Improvement from 2022 Audit and Renews Call for Solutions to Control Debt Obligations
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy DeFoor issued the following news release: * * * Auditor General DeFoor Releases Pennsylvania Turnpike Audit; Sees Improvement from 2022 Audit and Renews Call for Solutions to Control Debt Obligations * HARRISBURG - Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today released a second performance audit of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, which found its financial position has improved but that debt management and unpaid toll c  more
Awards and honors for Penn faculty in the School of Arts & Sciences
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Awards and honors for Penn faculty in the School of Arts & Sciences * In the School of Arts & Sciences, Adrian Raine, the Richard Perry University Professor of Criminology, Psychiatry, and Psychology, and Greg Ridgeway, the Rebecca W. Bushnell Professor of Criminology have been elected as American Society of Criminology fellows. Pilar Gonalons-Pons, the Alber-Klingelhofer Presidential Ass  more
Bluefield University names Carl Hess director of bands
BLUEFIELD, Virginia, Aug. 14 -- Bluefield University posted the following news: * * * Bluefield University names Carl Hess director of bands * BLUEFIELD, Va. -Bluefield University's marching band will take the field this fall with a new director, new uniforms, and two halftime shows, along with a plan to grow the ensemble to about 50 students. The university has named Bland County native Carl Hess assistant professor of music and director of bands. Growing the band is part of Bluefield Univ  more
Boyle Statement on the 91st Anniversary of Social Security
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Boyle Statement on the 91st Anniversary of Social Security * WASHINGTON, DC -Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on the 91st anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act: "Social Security is the greatest anti-poverty program in American history. But 91 years after its creation, Rep  more
Boyle Statement on the 91st Anniversary of Social Security
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * Boyle Statement on the 91st Anniversary of Social Security Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on the 91st anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act: "Social Security is the greatest anti-poverty program in American hist  more
Butler University Alumni Association Announces 2026 Alumni Awards Recipients
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 15 -- Butler University issued the following news: * * * Butler University Alumni Association Announces 2026 Alumni Awards Recipients By: Jennifer Gunnels The Butler University Alumni Association has announced the 2026 recipients of eight alumni awards, which honor individuals for their commitment to the University and to their communities. Award honorees will be recognized at a special Alumni Recognition Ceremony on September 18, 2026, during Butler's annual Home  more
Carnegie Mellon Names Damion Shelton Associate VP and Executive Director of the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Carnegie Mellon Names Damion Shelton Associate VP and Executive Director of the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship * Carnegie Mellon University has named Damion Shelton (SCS 2004, 2007) as associate vice president and the next executive director of the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship(), appointing an experienced entrepreneur, technology executive and Carnegie Mellon alumnus to lead the univers  more
Cathleen Devlin Named to Benchmark's Top 250 Women in Litigation for Sixth Consecutive Year
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Saul Ewing, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Cathleen Devlin Named to Benchmark's Top 250 Women in Litigation for Sixth Consecutive Year Saul Ewing LLP, a full-service national law firm, is proud to announce that Benchmark Litigation has recognized Litigation Department Chair Cathleen Devlin as one of the nation's Top 250 Women in Litigation, for the sixth year in a row, in its 2026 publication. The extensive research process for the  more
Cell 'invisibility cloaks' could offer side-effect-free diabetes treatment
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Cell 'invisibility cloaks' could offer side-effect-free diabetes treatment * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Outfitting cells in "invisibility cloaks" may offer an easier, less damaging treatment pathway for people with diabetes undergoing cell therapy, according to researchers at Penn State. Cell therapy uses specially selected cells to attack infections or jumpstart chemical reactions in the bod  more
Census Bureau: 'Voting & Registration in the Election of November 2024' (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following report (No. P20-590) by Leslie K. Davis and Erik L. Hernandez entitled "Voting and Registration in the Election of November 2024:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * METHODS OF VOTING Most states have policies in place that allow eligible voters to cast their vote prior to Election Day, either by casting an absentee ballot (e.g., by mail), by voting in-person during an early voting period, or both. The CPS has asked  more
Childhood abuse and neglect linked to later life inflammation, premature birth
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Childhood abuse and neglect linked to later life inflammation, premature birth * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Pregnant women with a history of child abuse or neglect experienced increased inflammation when exposed to mild stress compared to women without the same experiences, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers. Increased inflammation, in turn, was associated with greater numb  more
Claim Deadline Extended to September 30, 2026 in Wayland Group Corp. (formerly Maricann Group Corp.) Securities Class Action Settlement
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Berger Montague, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Claim Deadline Extended to September 30, 2026 in Wayland Group Corp. (formerly Maricann Group Corp.) Securities Class Action Settlement * Berger Montague (Canada) PC, the Administrator of the Wayland Group Corp. Securities Class Action Settlement, has extended the deadline for Class Members to submit a claim for compensation with supporting documentation to September   more
Cleveland Museum of Art to Host Silent Film Festival and Colloquium
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 15 -- The Cleveland Museum of Art issued the following news release: * * * The Cleveland Museum of Art Hosts the 2026 Cleveland Silent Film Festival and Colloquium Films are Presented on the Big Screen with Live Music for an Unforgettable Experience - The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) welcomes the return of the Cleveland Silent Film Festival and Colloquium (CSFF) to Gartner Auditorium this September for four days to celebrate the expressive power of early cinema. Each   more
CMU to Lead National Study of AI in Arts Education
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * CMU to Lead National Study of AI in Arts Education * As artificial intelligence reshapes how art is made and taught, colleges and universities are largely determining on their own how to prepare the next generation of artists and designers. Carnegie Mellon University's College of Fine Arts() will lead a new national effort to understand those responses and give institutions the evidence they need  more
Commonwealth Commitment Awards honor Penn State changemakers across Pennsylvania
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Commonwealth Commitment Awards honor Penn State changemakers across Pennsylvania * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Two Penn State faculty members and a team from the Penn State College of Health and Human Development are the recipients of the inaugural Commonwealth Commitment Awards recognized through three mission-centered categories: inspiring discovery, preparing students and serving Pennsylvani  more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Cyberattacks on the U.S Water Sector and the Iran Question - Escalation or Opportunism?
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary by Nikita Shah, senior fellow with the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program: * * * The Cyberattacks on the U.S Water Sector and the Iran Question: Escalation or Opportunism? A recent spate of cyberattacks against the United States' water sector has impacted at least 12 states and 100 municipalities, suggesting a coordinated campaign at scale against U.S. critical infras  more
Engineer Will Johnson Tests Autonomous Robot Durability in Newly Published Paper
SWARTHMORE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 -- Swarthmore College posted the following news: * * * Engineer Will Johnson Tests Autonomous Robot Durability in Newly Published Paper * Assistant Professor of Engineering Will Johnson recently published a paper in Nature Machine Intelligence entitled "Impact-resistant autonomous robots inspired by tensegrity architecture." Tensegrity, or tensional integrity, refers to a design principle in which structures use compression members, such as wooden or metal   more
Federal Register: Interior Dept. National Park Service Issues Notice on Pending Nominations for the National Register of Historic Places
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * The National Park Service is soliciting electronic comments on the significance of properties nominated before July 25, 2026, for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments are due on August 31, 2026, according to a Federal Register notice. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The properties listed in this notice are   more
FTC Publishes Semiannual Regulatory Agenda, Lists Non-Compete Rule Withdrawal Among Completed Actions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Trade Commission has published its semiannual regulatory agenda under the Federal Trade Commission Act and the Regulatory Flexibility Act, following Office of Management and Budget guidelines issued under Executive Order 12866 and Executive Order 14192. The Commission said the 2026 agenda contains no rule meeting the Regulatory Flexibility Act requirements for Federal Register publication. The Commission identified several rulemakings that may affect s  more
Group projects
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Group projects * #How to incentivize problem solving in groups Penn biologists and collaborators show that collective intelligence doesn't emerge by rewarding the most accurate individuals but by rewarding those who improve the group's prediction as a whole. #The performing arts at Penn: Process, practice, and purpose In the vivid tapestry of performing arts groups at Penn, students prep  more
Haynes & Boone: Proposed UPF Definition Inches Forward as a White Paper
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Proposed UPF Definition Inches Forward as a White Paper By Suzie Trigg and Luke Nguyen On Aug. 10, 2026, instead of announcing an anticipated definition of ultra-processed food (UPF), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the submission of a white paper proposing a uniform definition of UPF.1 HHS officially submitted the white paper to the Office of Informat  more
IBX connects small businesses at Citizens Bank Park
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Independence Blue Cross, a subsidiary of Independence Health Group, issued the following news release: * * * IBX connects small businesses at Citizens Bank Park * Independence Blue Cross (IBX) welcomed small business leaders from across the Philadelphia region to Citizens Bank Park for its annual Business at the Ballpark event, a day dedicated to networking, leadership development, workplace wellbeing, and business growth. The   more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Triggered With Donald Trump Jr.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Triggered with Donald Trump Jr. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Triggered Podcast, hosted by Donald Trump Jr., to discuss his introduction of the Citizenship Act of 2026, the SAVE America Act, his introduction of the Dalilah Law, the investigation into Neville Singham's network of CCP-aligned nonprofits, and the DSA's takeover of the Democratic Party. Key   more
In his DNA: B.J. Callaghan's journey from Ursinus to the top of American soccer
COLLEGEVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Ursinus College issued the following news: * * * In his DNA: B.J. Callaghan's journey from Ursinus to the top of American soccer * For B.J. Callaghan '03, coaching is in his DNA. The grandson of famed Villanova University men's basketball coach Jack Kraft has risen to become one of the top American managers in professional soccer. Named head coach of Nashville SC in 2024, Callaghan led the club to its first trophy, the 2025 U.S. Open Cup, and has the "B  more
Justice Dept. Publishes Semiannual Regulatory Agenda Covering Disability Accessibility and Small Business Compliance
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice has published its semiannual regulatory agenda, outlining rulemaking activity under Executive Order 12866 and the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The agenda identifies actions under development or review and provides the public with regulatory information through reginfo.gov and regulations.gov. The Civil Rights Division has one final-rule-stage action concerning accessibility of web information and services provided by state and local g  more
Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty In Connection With His Murder Of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson
NEW YORK, Aug. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty In Connection With His Murder Of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald, Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation ("FBI"), James C. Barnacle, Jr., and Commissioner of the New York City Police Department  more
Move-In 2026: By the Numbers
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Move-In 2026: By the Numbers * Students are arriving on Penn's campus this week to start the 2026-27 academic year. Move-In officially begins Monday, Aug. 17 with international, transfer, exchange/IGSP, and first-generation and/or limited income students. On Aug. 18 and 19, the Class of 2030 first-years come aboard. Returning students will arrive between Friday, Aug. 21 and Sunday, Aug. 23.  more
Najah Jacobs Named Recipient of Philadelphia Business Journal's 2026 Amber Racine Award
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Najah Jacobs Named Recipient of Philadelphia Business Journal's 2026 Amber Racine Award * PHILADELPHIA - Aug. 14, 2026 - Najah Jacobs, an associate in the Litigation Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Philadelphia office, has been named the recipient of the Philadelphia Business Journal's 2026 "Amber Racine Award" as part of its annual Women of Influen  more
New book by SP2's Yoosun Park explores social work's role in shaping American identity
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * New book by SP2's Yoosun Park explores social work's role in shaping American identity * Yoosun Park, associate professor and director of the Ph.D. in Social Welfare program at Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice, has co-authored a new book, "Social Work, the Americanization Movement, and the Construction of Americans, 1874-1930." The book explores how the emerging profession of soci  more
Old Dominion University Board of Visitors Reaffirms Executive Officers Through 2028
NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 14 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news: * * * Old Dominion University Board of Visitors Reaffirms Executive Officers Through 2028 At a pivotal moment of transformative achievement and rapid expansion for Old Dominion University, steadfast vision and strong governance remain the cornerstone of progress and success. Reaffirming the institution's long-term strategic trajectory of excellence and impact, the Old Dominion University Board of Visitors has ann  more
Pa. Conservation & Natural Resources Dept. Names New Assistant District Forester for Weiser State Forest
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources issued the following news on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * DCNR Names New Assistant District Forester for Weiser State Forest Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn today announced the appointment of Jake Novitsky as the assistant district forester for Weiser State Forest, which spans Dauphin, Carbon, Columbia, Lebanon, Montour, Northumberland, and Schuylki  more
Printable hydrogel enables wearable health sensors that multitask
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Printable hydrogel enables wearable health sensors that multitask * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Wearable health monitors can track heart rate, muscle activity, brain signals and other physiological measurements, but many devices are designed to capture only one type of signal at a time. Recording multiple signals simultaneously is more difficult because sensors must maintain reliable contact wi  more
Ribbon Cutting Honors Lombardo Hall Donors, Marks Grand Opening
MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- Millersville University posted the following news: * * * Ribbon Cutting Honors Lombardo Hall Donors, Marks Grand Opening * A ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring donors Dr. Samuel and Dena Lombardo marked the grand opening of Millersville University's Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Hall. The longtime supporters of the University made an historic $5 million gift to transform Brooks Hall, the former athletic venue for the campus, into a new home for the Lomba  more
Shapiro Administration Delivers More Than $410,000 for Free Period Products to NEPA Schools, Part of $3 Million Investment to All Pennsylvania Schools in 2026-27 Budget
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * Shapiro Administration Delivers More Than $410,000 for Free Period Products to NEPA Schools, Part of $3 Million Investment to All Pennsylvania Schools in 2026-27 Budget Scranton School District will receive nearly $17,000 to provide free period products to its students. Shapiro Administration's statewide investment for hygiene equity initiative now totals $9 million ov  more
Shapiro Administration Highlights 2026-27 Budget Investments in Innovation Economy Secured in 2026-27 Budget During Visit to Carnegie Foundry at CMU's Robotics Institute in Pittsburgh
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued the following news on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * Shapiro Administration Highlights 2026-27 Budget Investments in Innovation Economy Secured in 2026-27 Budget During Visit to Carnegie Foundry at CMU's Robotics Institute in Pittsburgh The 2026-27 budget signed by Governor Josh Shapiro invests $125 million through the newly created Innovate in PA 2.0 program. Under Governor Shapiro's leadersh  more
Shapiro Administration Invests Nearly $600,000 in Southwestern Pennsylvania Schools to Continue Providing Free Period Products for Students This Upcoming School Year
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news on Aug. 13, 2026: * * * Shapiro Administration Invests Nearly $600,000 in Southwestern Pennsylvania Schools to Continue Providing Free Period Products for Students this Upcoming School Year One in four students struggles to afford period products, and 23% miss class because they don't have the hygiene products they need. The Governor's 2026-27 budget will provide another $3 million to continu  more
Stay in Your Lane: Attorney General Bonta joins Lawsuits Over Trump Administration Attempt to Obtain Commercial Driver Data
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 13 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Stay in Your Lane: Attorney General Bonta joins Lawsuits Over Trump Administration Attempt to Obtain Commercial Driver Data * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a multistate coalition in filing two lawsuits -against the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) -that challenge the Trump Administ  more
Strategies to Prevent Future Electric Bill Spikes Highlighted at Senate Public Hearing
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on Aug. 14, 2026: * * * Strategies to Prevent Future Electric Bill Spikes Highlighted at Senate Public Hearing SHENANDOAH -- Strategies to prevent future electric bill hikes across northeast Pennsylvania were reviewed during a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee chaired today by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), chair of the Senate Environmental Resourc  more
Students Complete Summer 2026 Internships
ONEONTA, New York, Aug. 14 -- The State University of New York Oneonta campus posted the following news: * * * Students Complete Summer 2026 Internships * An increasing number of SUNY Oneonta students are making the most of the pause between semesters by taking advantage of summer internship opportunities that offer hands-on experience, networking and a chance to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings. "Internships allow students to explore their interests, build on and complement   more
Students reflect on finding community at Penn
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Students reflect on finding community at Penn * From numerous athletics teams and over 70 performing arts groups to six cultural resource centers and over 800 clubs and organizations, students have abundant opportunities to build their social circles and uncover their go-to communities at Penn. In the spirit of Move-In, New Student Orientation (NSO), and the new academic year, Penn Today s  more
Students Who Graduated in 4 Years or Less (30 to Graduate)
MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 -- Millersville University posted the following news: * * * Students Who Graduated in 4 Years or Less (30 to Graduate) * 30 to Graduate is a Millersville University initiative that promotes the importance of graduating in four years and provides students with pathways to make it happen. During each academic year, MU students striving to graduate in four years should aim to complete 30 credits, helping them to reach the 120-credit requirement for an undergr  more
U.S. Senator Cotton Joins Attorney General Griffin, Governor Sanders to Announce Support of STOP FRAUD Medicaid Act
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 14 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Cotton Joins Attorney General Griffin, Governor Sanders to Announce Support of STOP FRAUD Medicaid Act * #Griffin: 'Together, we are protecting taxpayers, preserving program integrity, and ensuring that public benefits remain available for those who qualify for and depend upon them' LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement after hosti  more
Washington Post Spotlights How Bob Harvie, Bob Brooks, Paige Cognetti, and Janelle Stelson Are Leaning On Their Strong Community Ties to Flip Key PA House Seats
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Washington Post Spotlights How Bob Harvie, Bob Brooks, Paige Cognetti, and Janelle Stelson Are Leaning On Their Strong Community Ties to Flip Key PA House Seats * WaPo: Inside four Pennsylvania races that could flip the House Democrats are on offense and in a strong position to flip all 4 key battleground House seats in Pennsylvania. A major reason why? The strength of our candid  more
Washington sues to protect personal information of millions of drivers
OLYMPIA, Washington, Aug. 13 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington sues to protect personal information of millions of drivers * Attorney General Nick Brown joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania today in filing two lawsuits challenging the Trump administration's demand for states to turn over records containing the sensitive personal information of 17 million drivers who hold commercial driver's   more
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Janelle Stelson Rolls Out Plan to Lower Housing Costs After Scott Perry Voted to Keep Costs Soaring
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Janelle Stelson Rolls Out Plan to Lower Housing Costs After Scott Perry Voted to Keep Costs Soaring * Central Pennsylvanians are reading and watching a wave of news coverage highlighting Janelle Stelson's plan to lower housing costs. Speaking at a press conference in Carlisle, Janelle unveiled her plan "to lower housing costs and eliminate tariffs she says rai  more
World IP Review Recognizes Morgan Lewis in 2026 UK Patent and Trademark Guides
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * World IP Review Recognizes Morgan Lewis in 2026 UK Patent and Trademark Guides LONDON: Morgan Lewis has earned recognition in the 2026 editions of World IP Review's UK Patents and UK Trademarks Guides, which provide comprehensive analyses of leading law firms and lawyers in the United Kingdom and their work on patent prosecution and litigation and contentious and   more