Wednesday - September 9, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Florida

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10 Child Predators Arrested in "Operation Bottom Dweller"
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Sept. 2 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news: * * * 10 Child Predators Arrested in "Operation Bottom Dweller" * Napoleonville, LA -From August 26-28, 2026, Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon and Attorney General Liz Murrill hosted a proactive undercover online operation, dubbed "Operation Bottom Dweller," aimed at identifying, investigating, and apprehending individuals who use electronic communications or internet-based platforms t  more
A 20-Year Friendship Is Bringing a New Approach to Wound Rehabilitation at Walter Reed
BETHESDA, Maryland, Sept. 2 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * A 20-Year Friendship Is Bringing a New Approach to Wound Rehabilitation at Walter Reed * More than two decades after they met as medical students and lab partners at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), Army Col. (Dr.) Austin Cox and Air Force Reserve Col. (Dr.) Thomas M. Beachkofsky have reunited around a shared mission: advancing dermatologic rehabilitation for the n  more
A Family Legacy Leads Talia Kabolowsky to the Miller School
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A Family Legacy Leads Talia Kabolowsky to the Miller School * Inspired by generations of physicians, service to young patients and her family's response to tragedy, Talia Kabolowsky is beginning her own path at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Key Takeaways * For Talia Kabolowsky, beginning medical school continues a family connection to the Miller School that s  more
Albany State Honors Student Jya Bacon Expands Path to Medicine Through Competitive Research and Medical Programs
ALBANY, Georgia, Sept. 3 -- Albany State University posted the following news: * * * Albany State Honors Student Jya Bacon Expands Path to Medicine Through Competitive Research and Medical Programs * Media Contact: Dr. Rachel Lawrence, media@asurams.edu ALBANY, Ga., September 3, 2026 -Albany State University (ASU) honors student, Jya Bacon, is gaining valuable experience across medicine, biomedical research, leadership, and community service as she prepares for a future in healthcare. A jun  more
American Society for Horticultural Science: New Study Examines Lettuce Performance Under Heat Stress, Offering Insights for Crop Improvement
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 4 (TNSjou) -- The issued the following news release: * * * New Study Examines Lettuce Performance Under Heat Stress, Offering Insights for Crop Improvement Belle Glade, FL -- A new study from the University of Florida provides important findings on how lettuce responds to elevated temperatures, highlighting opportunities to strengthen crop resilience through breeding and management strategies. As global temperatures continue to rise, heat stress has become a major  more
Antidumping Duties on Indian Shrimp Increased; Over $100 Million in Additional Duties Likely Owed on Past Shrimp Imports
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Sept. 2 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * Antidumping Duties on Indian Shrimp Increased; Over $100 Million in Additional Duties Likely Owed on Past Shrimp Imports * Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced the final results of the agency's twentieth (20th) administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain frozen warmwater shrimp from India. The 20th administrative revi  more
APHIS updates the Citrus Black Spot (Phyllosticta citricarpa) Quarantined Area in Florida
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following program update: * * * APHIS updates the Citrus Black Spot (Phyllosticta citricarpa) Quarantined Area in Florida * Subject: To: State, Tribal, and Territory Agricultural Regulatory Officials Effective immediately, USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), in cooperation with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Plant I  more
Armed Drug Trafficker with Machinegun Sentenced to 60 Years in Federal Prison
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Armed Drug Trafficker with Machinegun Sentenced to 60 Years in Federal Prison * Tampa, Florida - Michael Devante Curry (31, Tampa) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle to 60 years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute controlled substances, possession with intent to distribute controlled substances,  more
ATF Launches Anti-straw Purchase Campaign in Delray Beach
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued the following news release: * * * ATF launches anti-straw purchase campaign in Delray Beach Delray Beach, FL -- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives together with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has launched a major public awareness campaign to eliminate illegal gun purchases throughout South Florida. The "Don't Lie for the Other Guy" campaign foc  more
Author David Brooks to join FSU President Richard McCullough for conversation on character, civil discourse
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Author David Brooks to join FSU President Richard McCullough for conversation on character, civil discourse * Florida State University will welcome bestselling author and commentator David Brooks to campus Sept. 10 for a conversation with President Richard McCullough exploring character, leadership and how people can engage thoughtfully across differences. Hosted by FSU's Institute for Governance and   more
AWI to Release Children's Book About Persevering Pit Bull Named Denali
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Animal Welfare Institute issued the following news release: * * * AWI to Release Children's Book About Persevering Pit Bull Named Denali The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) today announced the upcoming release of Denali's New Life, a children's book that tells the true story of Denali, a pit bull mix with a gentle and resilient spirit who, despite suffering a tragic incident, now uses her story to bring light and hope to all she meets. The book is designed to provide  more
Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Minnesota Districts Shouldn't Follow NY to Paint a 'Portrait of a Graduate'
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Sept. 3 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on Sept. 2, 2026, by policy fellow Josiah Padley: * * * Minnesota districts shouldn't follow NY to paint a 'Portrait of a Graduate' Nearly 13 years after Minnesota scrapped high school exit exam requirements, New York is now doing the same. New York's famous Regents exams, a tradition since the 19th century,   more
Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Babies Whose Mothers Drank Fluoridated Water During Pregnancy Scored Lower in Problem-Solving
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 4 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Brenda Baletti, senior reporter for The Defender: * * * Babies Whose Mothers Drank Fluoridated Water During Pregnancy Scored Lower in Problem-Solving A major Columbia University study of more than 2,500 children found that prenatal exposure to fluoridated water at levels   more
Coalition: College press freedom at stake in Alabama case
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * Coalition: College press freedom at stake in Alabama case * MEDIA: media@splc.org A Student Press Law Center-led coalition today warned the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals that student press freedom is at stake in its review of the University of Alabama's decision to close two student magazines. The coalition, representing the nation's student media community, filed an amicus b  more
Corporate M&A Partner Emma Dowell Joins Holland & Knight in Tysons
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Corporate M&A Partner Emma Dowell Joins Holland & Knight in Tysons * TYSONS, Va. (September 3, 2026) - Holland & Knight continues to strengthen its market-leading Corporate, M&A and Securities Section nationwide with the addition of Emma Dowell as a partner in the Firm's Tysons office. Prior to joining Holland & Knight, Ms. Dowell was with an international law firm. M  more
Corps of Engineers launches new towboat "Fountain City"
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-St. Paul District issued the following news release: * * * Corps of Engineers launches new towboat "Fountain City" * ST. PAUL, Minn. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, announces the launch of its new maintenance and repair towboat, the "Fountain City," Aug. 26 from the Steiner Construction Company Inc. shipyard in Bayou La Batre, Alabama. The vessel will be delivered to the Fountain City Service Base, Fount  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Cambridge Audio Yoyo (M) Portable Bluetooth Speakers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Cambridge Audio Yoyo (M) Portable Bluetooth Speakers Hazard: The lithium-ion batteries in the Cambridge Audio Yoyo (M) Portable Bluetooth Speaker can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Refund Recall Date: September 03, 2026 Units: About 714 Consumer Contact: Consumers may contact Audio Partnership toll-free at 888 805-5001 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Fri  more
DSU hosts 18th Annual Summer Research Symposium
DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 2 -- Delaware State University posted the following news: * * * DSU hosts 18th Annual Summer Research Symposium * In June and July, while classrooms at Delaware State University were largely empty, laboratories and research spaces were abuzz with activity. While graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and faculty typically spend their summers conducting research, this summer, as in years past, they were joined by nearly 150 student researchers, including undergrad  more
Duke Energy Florida Requests to Lower Rates in 2027
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 4 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy Florida requests to lower rates in 2027 Duke Energy Florida customers can expect lower rates beginning in January 2027, compared to December 2026, following a request the company filed today with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC). What this means: * Duke Energy Florida's typical residential customers using 1,000 kilowatt-hours of energy per month should see a $0.71 decrease on t  more
Duke Energy Foundation Invests $180,000 in Workforce Training to Support Growth Across South Carolina
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Duke Energy Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy Foundation invests $180,000 in workforce training to support growth across South Carolina * Grants aim to help address labor needs by training technical college students to help meet demand as state continues to grow - Meeting the demands of South Carolina's continued growth will require more than new infrastructure. It will require a skilled workforce ready to build it. To hel  more
EFSC Students Named to Florida College System Activities Association's All-Academic Team
COCOA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Eastern Florida State College posted the following news release: * * * EFSC Students Named to Florida College System Activities Association's All-Academic Team * Eastern Florida State College recently announced that 98 students have been named to the Florida College System's 2025-2026 All-Academic Team for academic excellence. This year's All-Academic Team consisted of a record number 1,399 students throughout the 28-member Florida College System (FCS) that includ  more
Everett Symposium will bring together business, industry and government leaders to examine the ethics of AI
TROY, Alabama, Sept. 2 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Everett Symposium will bring together business, industry and government leaders to examine the ethics of AI * Troy University will host the second-annual Terry and Barbara Everett Symposium on Emerging Technologies on Sept. 18 at the Dothan Campus. The symposium will bring together representatives from business, industry, the military, law enforcement and higher education to explore developments in artificial intell  more
Faculty Spotlight: FSU suicide prevention expert Thomas Joiner explains why connection, conversation and research can save lives
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty Spotlight: FSU suicide prevention expert Thomas Joiner explains why connection, conversation and research can save lives * As Suicide Prevention Month brings renewed national attention to mental health, Florida State University Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor of Psychology Thomas Joiner stands among the nation's most influential researchers, dedicating his career to understanding why p  more
FDA Recall Notice: Frutas Y Hortalizas Del Sur S.A. Expands Recall to Include One Lot of Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend Because of Potential Contamination With Escherichia Coli O145:H28
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. Expands Recall to Include One Lot of Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend Because of Potential Contamination with Escherichia coli O145:H28 (E. coli O145) Summary Company Announcement Date: September 02, 2026 FDA Publish Date: September 03, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Foodborne Illness Reason for A  more
Federal Inmate Pleads Guilty Plea to Possessing Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Federal Inmate Pleads Guilty Plea to Possessing Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute * Ocala, Florida - Christopher Carl Brown (43, of Mississippi) has pleaded guilty to possession of 5 grams or more of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it. Brown faces a minimum sentence of 5 years, up to 40 years, in federal prison. A sentencing date has not  more
Federal Register: FAA Proposes Airspace Security Rules Near President Donald J. Trump International Airport
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Establishment of Special Air Traffic Rules in the Vicinity of President Donald J. Trump International Airport (DJT) FAA proposes to implement certain Special Air Traffic Rules in the airspace in the vicinity of the President Donald J. Trump International Airport (DJT), formerly Palm Beach International Airport (PBI). U.S. Secret Servic  more
Federal Register: FDIC Issues Notice to All Interested Parties of Intent To Terminate Receiverships
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice to All Interested Parties of Intent To Terminate Receiverships Notice is hereby given that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC or Receiver), as Receiver for the institutions listed below, intends to terminate its receivership for said institutions. Notice of Intent To Terminate Receiverships Fund ... Receivership name ... City ... State ... D  more
Federal Report: Fewer People Being Admitted to Substance Abuse Treatment for Cannabis Than in Years Past
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws posted the following news release: * * * Federal Report: Fewer People Being Admitted to Substance Abuse Treatment for Cannabis Than in Years Past * Rockville, MD: The percentage of people admitted to substance abuse programs for their use of cannabis has declined steadily in recent years, according to data provided by the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. A  more
FIS Launches Embedded Banking Platform, Letting Banks Deliver Accounts and Payments Inside Business Software
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 4 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * FIS Launches Embedded Banking Platform, Letting Banks Deliver Accounts and Payments Inside Business Software * FIS(R) Embedded Banking Platform enables banks to offer accounts, card issuing, accounts receivable and payable, and expense management capabilities directly inside the accounting software and business tools their customers already use daily. * The platfo  more
Flagler College Professor Invited to Join Recording Academy as part of 2026 Membership Class
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Flagler College Professor Invited to Join Recording Academy as part of 2026 Membership Class * Flagler College professor and Accounting, Economics, and Finance Department Chair Dr. Yvan Kelly has received an invitation to join the Recording Academy as part of its 2026 annual membership class, recognizing his decades of involvement in the music industry and his work bringing new opportunities in music educatio  more
Florida A&M University Repeats as No. 1 HBCU in the Nation by Niche
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 2 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * Florida A&M University Repeats as No. 1 HBCU in the Nation by Niche * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -For the second consecutive year, Florida A&M University (FAMU) has been ranked the No. 1 Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the nation by Niche in its 2027 Best HBCU Schools in America rankings. FAMU earned the highest ranking among 73 HBCUs e  more
Florida Poly earns top state, national rankings in computer science, data science
LAKELAND, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Florida Polytechnic University posted the following news release: * * * Florida Poly earns top state, national rankings in computer science, data science * Florida Polytechnic University's data science and computer science programs are earning top recognition in newly released rankings from Research.com, including No. 1 spots among Florida's public universities and a top 20 national ranking for the University's undergraduate data science degree. The University'  more
Florida's Third Grade Reading Scores Improve, but 40% of Students Remain Below Grade Level, Florida Chamber Foundation's New Report Finds
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 3 [Category: Business] -- The Florida Chamber of Commerce posted the following news: * * * Florida's Third Grade Reading Scores Improve, but 40% of Students Remain Below Grade Level, Florida Chamber Foundation's New Report Finds * Florida is making progress in third-grade reading proficiency, but four in 10 Florida third graders are still not reading at grade level, underscoring the importance of the state's future workforce and economy, according to the 2026 Stat  more
Former Homeland Security Employee Pleads Guilty in $250,000 Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Former Homeland Security Employee Pleads Guilty in $250,000 Fraud Scheme * WASHINGTON - Richeline Anisso Fung, 46, of Pembroke Pines, Florida, and formerly of Maryland, pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court to making false, fictitious, or fraudulent claims while working as a full-time employee for the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastruc  more
Former UToledo Bioengineering Students Patent Medical Device
TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 2 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * Former UToledo Bioengineering Students Patent Medical Device * Four bioengineers who developed their invention as students at The University of Toledo have been awarded a U.S. patent for a device that combines two products many women currently have to use separately: a pessary and a menstrual cup. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued Patent No. 12,672,979, "Combined Pessary and Menstrual Cup," this mon  more
Friends University Names Dr. Kirk Moss Vice President for Academic Affairs
WICHITA, Kansas, Sept. 2 -- Friends University posted the following news: * * * Friends University Names Dr. Kirk Moss Vice President for Academic Affairs * WICHITA, Kan. -Friends University has named Dr. Kirk Moss as its next Vice President for Academic Affairs. He will join the university on September 8, bringing extensive experience in academic leadership, faculty development, strategic planning, accreditation, and institutional effectiveness. Dr. Moss currently serves as Vice Provost fo  more
From Columbia's School of General Studies to the University's Top Ranks
NEW YORK, Sept. 4 -- Columbia University issued the following news: * * * From Columbia's School of General Studies to the University's Top Ranks Three of Columbia's top leaders are graduates of the same school from three very different paths. - Susan Feagin (GS'74) first came to Columbia at a moment, she said, "when we felt like the world was on fire." It was 1968. In the spring, Martin Luther King, Jr, had been assassinated, the Vietnam War was in full swing, and student protests shut do  more
Frost Introduces No Homeless Detention Centers Act to Ban Forced Labor and Cruel Homeless Encampments
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026: * * * Frost Introduces No Homeless Detention Centers Act to Ban Forced Labor and Cruel Homeless Encampments Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) joined Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Congressman Troy Carter (LA-02), Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and Congresswoman Delia Ramirez (IL-03), along with Eric Tars of the National Homeless Law Center, Setareh Gandeh  more
FSU Family Weekend 2026 to celebrate 175 years of Seminole spirit
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU Family Weekend 2026 to celebrate 175 years of Seminole spirit * #Key Points * FSU Family Weekend 2026 will take place Sept. 25-27. * Throughout the weekend, families can take part in campus life through activities, performances and events. More than 700 families are expected to visit Florida State University Sept. 25-27 for Family Weekend 2026, a three-day celebration featuring campus traditio  more
Gilman Scholars from UF describe their global learning opportunities
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * Gilman Scholars from UF describe their global learning opportunities * UF recently ranked 14th in the nation among large institutions in producing Benjamin A. Gilman international scholars. Managed by the U.S. Department of State, the Gilman Program provides merit-based scholarships to undergraduate students pursuing academic studies and internships abroad. Three Gilman scholars from UF share how the   more
Gov. Whitmer Announces 125 New Defense Industry Jobs in Sterling Heights
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces 125 New Defense Industry Jobs in Sterling Heights * September 2, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov Capture Group Inc. will establish Capture Systems Ltd.'s U.S. presence with a manufacturing and engineering hub in Macomb County LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a business expansion in Sterling Heights (Macomb County) that will result in  more
Grace College Receives $30,000 Ultrasound Machine Donation from Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
WINONA LAKE, Indiana, Sept. 2 -- Grace College posted the following news: * * * Grace College Receives $30,000 Ultrasound Machine Donation from Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital * Grace College was recently gifted two Diagnostic Ultrasound machines from Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital for its medical imaging program. This gift allows Grace to set up additional exam tables and related equipment to train its growing number of program participants. "We are so thankful for this generous donation that all  more
Greenberg Traurig Real Estate Shareholder Ashia Adams Relocates to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Real Estate Shareholder Ashia Adams Relocates to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia * RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Sept. 3, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig Khalid Al-ThebityReal Estate Shareholder Ashia D. Adams has relocated from the firm's London office to its Middle East Regional Headquarters in Riyadh, demonstrating the firm's long-term commitment to the R  more
GSA Applauds Unprecedented Addition of Suspected Procurement Fraudster to FBI's Most Wanted Fraudster List
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release: * * * GSA Applauds Unprecedented Addition of Suspected Procurement Fraudster to FBI's Most Wanted Fraudster List * Fugitive Wanted in Alleged Scheme Involving Critical Components and Equipment for U.S. Warfighters WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) issued the following statement in support of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Director Kash Patel for   more
Guyanese National Sentenced in Mortgage Fraud Scheme
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Guyanese National Sentenced in Mortgage Fraud Scheme * Tampa, FL - Kenneth Blair (54, Clermont) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge John L. Badalamenti to 30 months in federal prison for bank fraud. Blair pleaded guilty on May 15, 2024. As part of his sentence, the court also entered an order of forfeiture in the amount of $15,475, the proceeds of the c  more
Hawley Expands Investigation into Surveillance Cameras, Warns Flock Competitors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Hawley Expands Investigation into Surveillance Cameras, Warns Flock Competitors * WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) expanded his investigation into artificial intelligence surveillance cameras. He sent letters to the chief executive officers of Motorola Solutions, Verkada, and Axon Enterprise, informing them of his investigation into the companies' collection and use of citizens' personal  more
Heritage Foundation Center for Education Policy Acting Director Butcher Testifies Before House Education & Workforce Committee
RICHMOND, Michigan, Sept. 3 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee released the following testimony by Jonathan Butcher, acting director of the Center for Education Policy, and senior research fellow of the Heritage Foundation, from an Aug. 25, 2026, field hearing entitled "Deployed, Not Disqualified: Defending Servicemembers in Our Schools": * * * My name is Jonathan Butcher. I am the Acting Director for the Center for Education Policy and the Will Skillman Senior Research Fellow at T  more
Holland & Knight Advises Banco Santander Mexico on $210 Million Syndicated Financing to Grupo GUMA
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Holland & Knight Advises Banco Santander Mexico on $210 Million Syndicated Financing to Grupo GUMA * MEXICO CITY (September 3, 2026) - Holland & Knight advised Banco Santander Mexico S.A., as lender and secured party, in connection with a syndicated loan with an aggregate principal amount of MXN$3.9 billion (approximately US$210 million) to Grupo GUMA, one of Mexico's   more
Holland & Knight Welcomes Partner Sarah Palmer Amid Continued Corporate Practice Growth in Boston
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Holland & Knight Welcomes Partner Sarah Palmer Amid Continued Corporate Practice Growth in Boston * BOSTON (September 2, 2026) - Holland & Knight continues its strategic expansion in Boston with the addition of experienced Emerging Companies and Venture Capital (ECVC) Partner Sarah Palmer. Ms. Palmer advises emerging and growth-stage companies throughout their life cyc  more
Hollywood Heavy-Weight Will Packer Shares Wisdom on Career Success at Tuskegee University
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, Sept. 4 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Hollywood Heavy-Weight Will Packer Shares Wisdom on Career Success at Tuskegee Crystal Drake Will Packer, one of Hollywood's most prolific and commercially successful producers, headlined Tuskegee's annual back to school fireside chat led by Tuskegee's Career Education Leadership Development Center with an in-depth discussion on the theme, "Your Tomorrow Begins Today." The event, sponsored by Amazon, feat  more
House Passes Bill Delaying Vital Protections for North Atlantic Right Whales Until 2035
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 2 -- Conservation Law Foundation issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Bill Delaying Vital Protections for North Atlantic Right Whales Until 2035 * Entanglements in fishing gear are a leading cause of death for critically endangered right whales. Photo: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission taken under NOAA research permit 15488 September 2, 2026 (Boston, MA) - The Senate is poised to vote on the so-called "Northeast Lobsterman Protec  more
Interdiction of Narco-Terrorist Refueling Vessel, Sept. 2, 2026
DORAL, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command issued the following news release: * * * Interdiction of Narco-Terrorist Refueling Vessel, Sept. 2, 2026 * On Sept. 2, at the direction of U.S. Southern Command Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan, and in coordination and collaboration with the Government of Ecuador, Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere (JTF-WHEM) successfully interdicted a vessel operating as a floating refueling station in support of illicit at-sea dru  more
Jay Feely on Election-Denying, QAnon Associate Kari Lake: "Rational," "Measured," "Impress[ive]"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Jay Feely on Election-Denying, QAnon Associate Kari Lake: "Rational," "Measured," "Impress[ive]" * Feely endorsed and donated to Lake's campaign, said he doesn't understand how Arizonans could "vote for Trump and not vote for Kari Lake" Jay Feely can't run away from his clear track record of embracing far-right conspiracy theories and MAGA extremists like Kari Lake, Andy Biggs, J  more
Kitware and UNC Aim to Bring Robotic Stroke Care Closer to Patients
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Sept. 4 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Kitware and UNC Aim to Bring Robotic Stroke Care Closer to Patients UNC School of Medicine supports robotic stroke innovation to help advance care for patients experiencing brain blood vessel disorders. - As stroke treatment advances, hospitals depend on specialists who can perform complex, minimally invasive procedures inside the brain's blood vessels. The challenge  more
Leading with Purpose: CBU Honors Its 2026 Distinguished Alumni
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Sept. 2 -- Christian Brothers University posted the following news: * * * Leading with Purpose: CBU Honors Its 2026 Distinguished Alumni * Christian Brothers University is proud to announce Joseph Paul Croteau ('76) as its 2026 Distinguished Alumnus and Kelly Summons Crow ('09) as its 2026 Distinguished Young Alumna. The annual honors celebrate graduates whose professional accomplishments, community leadership and continued commitment to CBU exemplify the University's mis  more
Local rising stars of military medicine among winners at 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Local rising stars of military medicine among winners at 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium * KISSIMMEE, Florida - The next generation of military medicine researchers earned recognition for their innovative studies focused on warfighter health at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium in Kissimmee, Florida, Aug. 6. Several winners a  more
Lynn University Earns Top Honors Society of Professional Journalists Awards
BOCA RATON, Florida, Sept. 4 -- Lynn University issued the following news: * * * Lynn University earns top honors Society of Professional Journalists awards Lynn University's iPulse and LYNKD Lab teams in the College of Communication and Design attended the Society of Professional Journalists Florida Chapter's 2026 Sunshine State Awards ceremony at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The event recognized top work from regional news organizations, including the Miami Herald and WLRN News. I  more
Meet The RV Industry Association's New Members-- August 2026
HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 3 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Meet The RV Industry Association's New Members-- August 2026 * The RV Industry Association represents over 430 manufacturers and component and aftermarket suppliers who together produce 98 percent of all RVs made in the United States. Each month, we highlight the latest companies to join the RV Industry Association in our mission to unify the RV industry's initiatives on safe  more
Meet the Team: Liv Keaton
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Meet the Team: Liv Keaton * Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine Liv Keaton joins the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine as the receptionist and administrative assistant. Keaton will be the first person that visitors, students, faculty and staff see when they walk through the college's doors. Keaton is helping to create a welcoming environment, bringing warmth and a passio  more
Morsani College of Medicine expands nutrition education to better prepare future physicians
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Morsani College of Medicine expands nutrition education to better prepare future physicians * Physicians routinely care for patients with conditions closely connected to what they eat, from diabetes and heart disease to obesity and other chronic illnesses. Yet historically, nutrition has occupied a relatively small place in medical education. For more than a decade, facult  more
New Analysis From the SPLC Examines Consequences of Cuts to Food Assistance Programs on the Deep South
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * New Analysis From the SPLC Examines Consequences of Cuts to Food Assistance Programs on the Deep South * MONTGOMERY, Ala.-Just over a year since the dubiously named "One Big Beautiful Bill" (H.R. 1) was signed into law, communities across the country are more clearly seeing the ramifications of the massive cuts that are decimating basic needs programs designed to help famili  more
New Study: Florida Policyholders Paid Nearly $3 Billion Less for Home and Auto Insurance in 2025 as Legal Reforms Strengthened the Market
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 2 [Category: Insurance] -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association posted the following news release: * * * New Study: Florida Policyholders Paid Nearly $3 Billion Less for Home and Auto Insurance in 2025 as Legal Reforms Strengthened the Market * The study shows Florida's legal reforms are delivering lower insurance costs, reduced litigation, and a stronger insurance market TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - A new actuarial study released today finds that Florida's   more
NOAA Fisheries Data Show Shrimp Landings and Prices Recovering, So Why Aren't Shrimpers Celebrating?
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Sept. 2 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * NOAA Fisheries Data Show Shrimp Landings and Prices Recovering, So Why Aren't Shrimpers Celebrating? * Yesterday, NOAA Fisheries released preliminary data on warmwater shrimp landings in the Gulf of America and South Atlantic. The preliminary data, which is historically underestimated and incomplete, show a fishery in recovery: more pounds landed, higher docksi  more
NSSF Celebrates Outstanding Support for National Shooting Sports Month
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Business] -- NSSF-The Firearm Industry Trade Association, issued the following news release: * * * NSSF Celebrates Outstanding Support for National Shooting Sports Month * WASHINGTON, D.C. -NSSF(r), The Firearm Industry Trade Association, celebrates widespread support and participation in the 10th annual National Shooting Sports Month(r), which ran throughout the month of August. To commemorate America's 250th anniversary, this year's National Shooting Sports   more
Palm Beach Atlantic University: Students Complete a Summer of Curiosity With Their Research Projects
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Sept. 4 -- Palm Beach Atlantic University issued the following news: * * * Students Complete a Summer of Curiosity with Their Research Projects Established over a decade ago, Palm Beach Atlantic University's (PBA) Summer Undergraduate Research (SUGAR) program provides students with the opportunity to work with faculty advisors on formal investigations into a variety of disciplines. The program is managed by Dr. Robert Hegna, associate professor of biology, who help  more
Polk County Woman Admits to Smuggling Methamphetamine into Federal Prison for Her Inmate Husband
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Polk County Woman Admits to Smuggling Methamphetamine into Federal Prison for Her Inmate Husband * Ocala, Florida - Samantha Calvente (44, Winter Haven) has pleaded guilty to possession of 5 grams or more of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it. She faces a minimum penalty of 5 years, up to 40 years, in federal prison. A sentencing date has not ye  more
Polk State transition track helps veteran firefighter move to career in nursing
WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State transition track helps veteran firefighter move to career in nursing * With a decade of experience as a firefighter and paramedic at St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, Jacob Moskowitz has a passion for saving lives and helping others. His passion has evolved in a new direction. Moskowitz earned his Associate in Science in Nursing from Polk State College in April. He will conclude his tenure at St. Pete  more
Poynter's 2027 leadership track offers training for journalists at every stage of leadership
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Sept. 2 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release: * * * Poynter's 2027 leadership track offers training for journalists at every stage of leadership * ST. PETERSBURG, Florida (Sept. 2, 2026) -The Poynter Institute today announced its full lineup of leadership training programs for 2027, offering journalists and media professionals opportunities to develop their leadership skills at every stage of their careers. By opening all six p  more
Reed Baker Honored as Part of Gulfshore Business 2026 "40 Under 40"
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Sept. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Quarles and Brady, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Reed Baker Honored as Part of Gulfshore Business 2026 "40 Under 40" * Reed Baker, a Litigation & Dispute Resolution attorney in the Quarles & Brady Naples, Fla., office, has been selected to the Gulfshore Business 2026 "40 Under 40." The list recognizes people in Southwest Florida who have made notable contributions in their professional and personal lives, includ  more
Remembering Beryl Colbourn: Advocate for Education, Community and UCF
ORLANDO, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * Remembering Beryl Colbourn: Advocate for Education, Community and UCF * The UCF community honors the contributions of Beryl Colbourn, a former first lady of the university and a steadfast advocate for education, service, and community engagement. She died Aug. 26 at age 98. Beryl was the wife of UCF's second president, the late Trevor Colbourn, who led the university from 1978 to 1989. Beryl made  more
Rep. Higgins Leads Roundtable on Unaccompanied Alien Children Lost by the Biden Administration
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-Louisiana, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, issued the following news release: * * * Higgins Leads Roundtable on Unaccompanied Alien Children Lost by the Biden Administration Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.) delivered opening remarks at today's roundtable on "Catch and Release, Lose and Forget: Addressing the Crisis of Unaccompanied Alien Children - Pa  more
Rep. Higgins: Thousands of Unaccompanied Alien Children Still Missing Due to the Biden Administration's Policies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-Louisiana, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, issued the following news release: * * * Wrap Up: Thousands of Unaccompanied Alien Children Still Missing Due to the Biden Administration's Policies Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement held a roundtable titled "Catch and Release, Lose and Forget: Addressing the Crisis of Unaccompanied Alien Children--Part III." During the roundtab  more
Rep. Laurel Lee Introduces Ballots by Election Day Act to Establish Clear Deadline for Federal Elections
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Laurel Lee, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Laurel Lee Introduces Ballots by Election Day Act to Establish Clear Deadline for Federal Elections * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15), Chairwoman of the House Administration Subcommittee on Elections and former Florida Secretary of State, introduced the Ballots by Election Day Act, legislation establishing a clear, uniform standard that ballots cast in federal elections  more
Reps. Gillen, Nehls, Gottheimer and Fong Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Make Motor Vehicle Collision Fraud a Federal Crime, Lower Car Insurance Premiums
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Laura Gillen, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Gillen, Nehls, Gottheimer and Fong Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Make Motor Vehicle Collision Fraud a Federal Crime, Lower Car Insurance Premiums * Auto insurance fraud, like staged vehicle accidents, costs consumers an estimated $300 a year in increased premiums. WASHINGTON, DC -Today, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) alongside U.S Representatives Troy Nehls (R-TX-22), Josh Gotth  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Chris Mann With New Ad
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Chris Mann With New Ad * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group Safer Kansas Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Kansas. "The choice for Kansas is clear: Kris Kobach has spent four years making Kansas safer, wh  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Nicole Cannizzaro With New Ad, Throwing Support Behind Adriana Guzman Fralick
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Nicole Cannizzaro With New Ad, Throwing Support Behind Adriana Guzman Fralick * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group, Safer Nevada Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Nevada. "As a mother, small business owne  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights Mayes Middleton With New Ad
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights Mayes Middleton With New Ad * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group, Safer Texas Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Texas. "This is one of the most consequential Attorney General contests in the country,"  more
Sen. Moody Proposes Creation of U.S. Space Academy in Florida--America's Launchpad to the Stars
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * Senator Moody Proposes Creation of U.S. Space Academy in Florida--America's Launchpad to the Stars Senator Ashley Moody is proposing legislation to bring the newly-established U.S. Space Academy to Florida--the launchpad of American aerospace innovation. Last week, President Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the United States Space Academy, and Senator Moody is anno  more
Sen. Moody, Rep. Haridopolos Lead Florida Delegation in Letter to President Trump and NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman to Bring Space Academy in Florida
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * Senator Moody, Rep. Haridopolos Lead Florida Delegation in Letter to President Trump and NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman to Bring Space Academy in Florida Today, Senator Ashley Moody along with Representative Mike Haridopolos led the Florida delegation in a letter to the President and NASA Administrator offering Florida as the home for the new United States Space Academy. Fl  more
Some Hair Loss in Men Is Linked to Use of Weight Loss Drugs
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Some Hair Loss in Men Is Linked to Use of Weight Loss Drugs * Men already at risk genetically for the most common form of hair loss have a 7 percent added risk of losing their hair if they use drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound for type 2 diabetes and obesity, a new study shows. Led by researchers at NYU Langone Healt  more
SPJ joins coalition urging 11th Circuit to protect student press freedom
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 2 [Category: Media] -- The Society of Professional Journalists posted the following news: * * * SPJ joins coalition urging 11th Circuit to protect student press freedom * Media Contact: SPJ Communications, communications@spj.org The Society of Professional Journalists has joined a coalition of student media and press organizations in urging the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to reverse a lower-court ruling that could threaten student press freedom at publi  more
Tampa Man Sentenced to 46 Months in Federal Prison and Ordered to Pay Over $700,000 to the Internal Revenue Service
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Tampa Man Sentenced to 46 Months in Federal Prison and Ordered to Pay Over $700,000 to the Internal Revenue Service * Tampa, FL - Mahmoud Mehdi has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Virginia M. Hernandez Covington to three years and ten months in federal prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and making and subscribing a false tax return. As part of h  more
The Hidden Cost of Where You Live
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 2 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * The Hidden Cost of Where You Live * Artificial intelligence may be quietly penalizing Americans not for who they are, but for where they live, according to USC researchers. Consider a young professional woman who has done everything right. Before turning 30, she has built a promising career. She earns a good salary, pays her bills on time and maintains an   more
This Summer at Whitman: It All Happened Here!
WALLA WALLA, Washington, Sept. 2 -- Whitman College posted the following news: * * * This Summer at Whitman: It All Happened Here! * Whitman Stories Whitman Stories This summer, Whitties gained new skills and made a difference in the community through internships in the Walla Walla Valley. They did cutting-edge research alongside faculty in campus labs. They met up for summer fun-with regular soccer matches, sand volleyball and get-togethers. And, yes, a few lucky students even enjoyed a su  more
Troutman Pepper Locke Expands Northeast Presence in The Bond Buyer Mid-Year 2026 Report, Ranking Among Region's Top Bond Counsel
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 3 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] (TNSxrep) -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Expands Northeast Presence in The Bond Buyer Mid-Year 2026 Report, Ranking Among Region's Top Bond Counsel * BOSTON - Troutman Pepper Locke's Public Finance Practice Group continues to deliver on important bond counsel matters across the Northeast, earning new recognition in two markets and ranking No. 6 in the region in The Bond Buyer's m  more
Troutman Pepper Locke Expands Northeast Presence in The Bond Buyer Mid-Year 2026 Report, Ranking Among Region's Top Bond Counsel
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 4 (TNSxrep) -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Expands Northeast Presence in The Bond Buyer Mid-Year 2026 Report, Ranking Among Region's Top Bond Counsel BOSTON - Troutman Pepper Locke's Public Finance Practice Group continues to deliver on important bond counsel matters across the Northeast, earning new recognition in two markets and ranking No. 6 in the region in The Bond Buyer's mid-year 2026 report. Nationally, th  more
U.S. Cancer Deaths Linked to Alcohol Have Doubled Since 1990, Study Finds
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * U.S. Cancer Deaths Linked to Alcohol Have Doubled Since 1990, Study Finds * Summary * Alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the U.S. doubled from about 11,400 in 1990 to more than 23,100 in 2023. * A Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center study found alcohol's impact extends beyond liver cancer, with growing burdens from colorectal, breast, esophageal, pancreatic and other cancers  more
UCF Researchers Receive NEH Grant to Preserve Noah Webster's Dictionaries Online
ORLANDO, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Researchers Receive NEH Grant to Preserve Noah Webster's Dictionaries Online * Long before spell check and online dictionaries made definitions a click away, Noah Webster set out to document American English, which was still taking shape. More than two centuries later, UCF researchers are helping preserve his work for a new generation. Researchers in UCF's Department of English and Center for  more
UF partners with local school district to develop autism training for teachers
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * UF partners with local school district to develop autism training for teachers * A new Florida law has become a catalyst for change within schools across the state. House Bill 851 requires that all school districts offer autism-specific training at least once per school year for teachers and administrators. While the bill went into effect in July, the need for expanded autism-specific training has  more
UNCG Research Tackles a Growing Phosphorus Challenge, and Trains the Next Generation to Solve It
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * UNCG Research Tackles a Growing Phosphorus Challenge, and Trains the Next Generation to Solve It * Phosphorus is essential to life. It helps grow the food we eat, strengthens our bones and teeth, and plays a critical role in our DNA and how our cells use energy. There is no substitute for it. Yet about 80% of the phosphorus used in our food system is lost along the way   more
UNF Graduate School reaches highest enrollment ever, with strong growth across high-demand fields
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF Graduate School reaches highest enrollment ever, with strong growth across high-demand fields * The University of North Florida Graduate School reached its highest enrollment in history this fall with 2,831 students enrolled, up 6% since last fall. Growth was driven by strong demand across several high-impact areas, including business, computing, healthcare, sciences and preparation. The M  more
UNF recognized among Southeast's best values by Washington Monthly
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF recognized among Southeast's best values by Washington Monthly * The University of North Florida has been recognized as one of the Southeast's top colleges for value, earning the No. 22 spot on Washington Monthly's 2026 "Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars: Southeast" ranking. Among public institutions in the region, UNF ranked No. 13 on the list. The annual rankings highlight  more
University of Central Florida honors Grant Thornton's Rich Lanza with Excalibur award for accounting innovation
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 3 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Grant Thornton, a provider of audit, tax and advisory services, posted the following news release: * * * University of Central Florida honors Grant Thornton's Rich Lanza with Excalibur award for accounting innovation * ORLANDO -The University of Central Florida (UCF) today announced that Rich Lanza, managing director within Audit & Assurance Services at Grant Thornton LLP, has been named the inaugural recipient of its Excalibur Innovato  more
University of Cincinnati: Driverless-taxi Company Waymo is Mapping Cincinnati Streets
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Sept. 4 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * Driverless-taxi company Waymo is mapping Cincinnati streets UC expert says new technology is getting increasingly safer By Michael Miller, 513-556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu WCPO turned to an expert on autonomous vehicles at the University of Cincinnati to discuss how the technology is improving as driverless taxi company Waymo sets its sights on Ohio. According to WCPO, the company is creating det  more
University of Scranton Welcomes New Faculty Members
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 4 -- The University of Scranton issued the following news: * * * University of Scranton Welcomes New Faculty Members Ahead of the 2026-27 academic year, the University appointed new, full-time faculty members. - The University of Scranton has appointed 20 new, full-time faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year. * Michele Boland, previously a lecturer and faculty specialist in the Nursing Program at the University, was named an instructor in the Departmen  more
University of West Florida Designated Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education
PENSACOLA, Florida, Sept. 4 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF designated Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education The University of West Florida has been designated one of 16 new Centers of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation through the Maritime Administration for developing engineers a  more
UNLV Newsmakers 2026: Summer Edition
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 2 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Newsmakers 2026: Summer Edition * Summer is often associated with leisurely days and a lull in everyday operations. But the excellence at UNLV never stops -and the university community consistently made headlines for it in the weeks before and after students began making their way back to campus. Faculty experts appeared in major national, international, and trade publications lendi  more
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranks No. 1 in the nation for second straight year in Medical School Excellence Index
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranks No. 1 in the nation for second straight year in Medical School Excellence Index * The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in the country for the second consecutive year in the 2026 Medical School Excellence Index, released today by the Center for Accountability in Medicine. USF was th  more
Voting Rights Groups Sue To Stop Florida SAVE Act
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Poverty Law Center posted the following news: * * * Voting Rights Groups Sue To Stop Florida SAVE Act * MIAMI -The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and Democracy Defenders Fund (DDF) today filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of Black Voters Matter Fund (BVMF) and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) challenging H.B. 991, recently passed legislation that requires voters to provide documentary proof of citizensh  more
Why some Alaskan rock glaciers race downhill while their neighbors barely move
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 3 -- Southern Methodist University posted the following news: * * * Why some Alaskan rock glaciers race downhill while their neighbors barely move * In brief: * Two rock glaciers a few miles apart in Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park move at sharply different speeds, and the difference traces to which direction each slope faces. * Using five years of European Space Agency satellite radar, researchers found that snowmelt and late-summer rain, not air temperatu  more
Why USF is one of America's best-value universities: New national rankings highlight excellence, affordability and career outcomes
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 3 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Why USF is one of America's best-value universities: New national rankings highlight excellence, affordability and career outcomes * By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing Several newly released national rankings recognize the University of South Florida as one of America's best universities, citing its exceptional combination of academic excellence, affordability and return on inves  more
Winter Protection of Ornamental Plants
ATHENS, Georgia, Sept. 2 -- The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences posted the following news: * * * Winter Protection of Ornamental Plants * #Takeaways * Pasture mealybug has arrived in Georgia, with the first confirmed detection reported in the southwest corner of the state. * Scouting and biosecurity are the best defenses for now as researchers work to identify effective management options. * UGA Extension needs Georgians to report suspected in  more
Yale College Welcomes New First-year, Transfer, and Adult Students
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Sept. 4 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Yale College welcomes new first-year, transfer, and adult students Yale College recently welcomed 1,652 new first-year students to New Haven as members of the Class of 2030. Joining them were 28 new transfer students and 35 new adult students matriculating through the Eli Whitney Students Program. Among the new students are graduates of more than 1,200 U.S. high schools, 20 veterans of the U.S. military, an  more