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49 Medical Groups Urge CMS to Maintain Same-Day Evaluation Reimbursement

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: File Code CMS-1848-P; Medicare Program; CY 2027 Payment Policie more

Abbott Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Related to Powder Infant Formula and Nutritional Therapy Products

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 14 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Abbott Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Related to Powder Infant Formula and Nutritional Therapy Products * (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General William Tong announced today that Connecticut has joined 39 other states and the federal government to reach an agreement with Abbott Laboratories (Abbott) to settle allegations that the company caus more

AECOM appoints Jenny Beilby as Head of Building Surveying for UK & Ireland

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizEngineering] -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release: * * * AECOM appoints Jenny Beilby as Head of Building Surveying for UK & Ireland * Ms. Beilby brings over 25 years' experience delivering complex public sector capital programmes LONDON (14 September, 2026) -AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced it has appointed Jenny Beilby as Head of Building Surveying, UK&I. Ms. Beilby will be respon more

AG Brown sues to block new public charge rule from U.S. Department of Homeland Security

OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 14 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown sues to block new public charge rule from U.S. Department of Homeland Security * Attorney General Nick Brown today joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the new public charge rule from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The ne more

AG Campbell Sues To Block Trump Administration's New Public Charge Rule

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 14 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Sues To Block Trump Administration's New Public Charge Rule * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined 21 other states and D.C. in suing to stop the Trump Administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of Homeland S more

AG Labrador Defends Parents' Right to Raise Their Children

BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 14 -- Idaho Attorney General Raul R. Labrador issued the following news release: * * * AG Labrador Defends Parents' Right to Raise Their Children * BOISE, ID -Attorney General Raul Labrador is defending the fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing of their children, urging the Ninth Circuit to affirm a federal district court ruling against California policies that allow public schools to facilitate a child's gender identity and social transition and actively more

AG Rayfield: Abbott to Pay Over $384 Million After Selling Taxpayer-Funded Programs Baby Formula Made in Unsafe Conditions

SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 14 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * AG Rayfield: Abbott to Pay Over $384 Million After Selling Taxpayer-Funded Programs Baby Formula Made in Unsafe Conditions * #Oregon will get close to $1M from the settlement over powder infant formula and nutritional products Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced today that Abbott Laboratories will pay Oregon $977,558, resolving allegations that it sold powder infant formula and nutri more

Alumna Brings Behavioral Science to the Front Lines of Sleep Innovation

MERCED, California, Sept. 14 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: * * * Alumna Brings Behavioral Science to the Front Lines of Sleep Innovation * For Holly Rus, '17, a passion for health psychology and real-world impact has led to a career at the forefront of consumer sleep research. She is head of scientific research at Sleep.ai, where she directs studies designed to improve health and wellness through better sleep. "I lead a team of researchers and serve as pr more

American Alpine Institute Urges Forest Service to Evaluate Permittee Reliance Interests in Roadless Land Decisions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Spirit of Alpinism info@alpineinstitute.com Equipment Shop: 360-671-1570 Administrative Office: 360-671-1505 4041 Home Rd, Ste A Bellingham, WA 98225 September 11, 2026 Director Ecosystem Management Coordination U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service 201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108 Washingt more

Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids (Part 1 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026 Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 100. As documented below at least 100 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts. Trump Accounts for more

Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids (Part 2 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * (Continued from Part 1 of 2) List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026 Russell Investments Group, LLC (Seattle, Washington) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees: Russell Investments today announced that it will match the U.S. government's $1,000 contribution made to newly established Trump Accounts for the eligible ch more

Apple's new child safety features now available

CUPERTINO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Apple's new child safety features now available * Apple's new suite of powerful, intuitive, and easy-to-use tools helps parents create safer digital experiences for their kids and is now available with the latest software updates to iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. These updates give parents more flexibility t more

Archie Holmes named acting president of UTA

ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Archie Holmes named acting president of UTA * UT System Chancellor John M. Zerwas made the following announcement today: Dear Maverick Community, Last week, President Jennifer Cowley delivered her final State of the University address, reflecting on UT Arlington's extraordinary momentum and bright future. On behalf of the UT System Board of Regents and entire UT System community, more

Arrowhead Orthopaedics Urges CMS to Halt Projected Twenty Percent Payment Cuts to Joint Replacement Procedures

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 9/1/2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 445-G 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Phy more

Attorney General Bonta Continues Opposition to President Trump's Unlawful Tariff Regime, Urges Court of International Trade to Declare Trump's Third Attempt Illegal

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 14 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Continues Opposition to President Trump's Unlawful Tariff Regime, Urges Court of International Trade to Declare Trump's Third Attempt Illegal * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Bonta, as part of a coalition of 25 states, filed an amicus brief in the Court of International Trade in Learning Resources v. Trump, a case challenging President Trump's latest more

Attorney General Bonta Secures Supreme Court Victory Blocking Trump Administration's Attempt to Restrict Mail Voting

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 14 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Secures Supreme Court Victory Blocking Trump Administration's Attempt to Restrict Mail Voting * Eligible voters urged to make their voices heard this November OAKLAND -Co-leading a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the Governor of Pennsylvania, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to leave in place a l more

Attorney General Bonta Sues to Block Trump Administration's Cruel New Public Charge Rule

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 14 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues to Block Trump Administration's Cruel New Public Charge Rule * Dramatic expansion of who is considered a "public charge" would force millions to choose between protecting their pathway to citizenship and access to healthcare or food assistance for themselves and their families SAN FRANCISCO -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, co-leading a m more

Attorney General Clark Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Sept. 14 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump Administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) pol more

Attorney General James Calls on Congress to Preserve States' Ability to Protect Americans from Cryptocurrency Scams

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 14 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Calls on Congress to Preserve States' Ability to Protect Americans from Cryptocurrency Scams * September 14, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a bipartisan coalition of 17 other attorneys general in opposing the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (Clarity Act). In a letter sent to Senators Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren, Chair an more

Attorney General James Leads Major Challenge to Trump Administration's Attack on Immigrant Families

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 14 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Leads Major Challenge to Trump Administration's Attack on Immigrant Families * September 14, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt a catastrophic new Trump administration policy that would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of more

Attorney General Phil Weiser sues to block Trump administration's public charge rule

DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 14 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser sues to block Trump administration's public charge rule * Sept. 14, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of more

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SUES TO BLOCK TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S PUBLIC CHARGE RULE

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 14 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SUES TO BLOCK TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S PUBLIC CHARGE RULE * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today co-led a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawfully using public benefits. The new Department of Homeland Sec more

Attorney General Rayfield Takes Action to Stop Trump Administration Rule Punishing Immigrants

SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 14 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Takes Action to Stop Trump Administration Rule Punishing Immigrants * Attorney General Dan Rayfield took action against the Trump administration today to stop a new rule that would punish immigrants for using public benefits they're legally allowed to use, like Medicaid and food assistance. The rule would let immigration officers deny green cards to people simply more

Attorney General Tong Calls on Congress to Preserve States' Ability to Protect Americans from Cryptocurrency Scams

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 14 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Calls on Congress to Preserve States' Ability to Protect Americans from Cryptocurrency Scams * The Clarity Act Would Jeopardize State Attorneys General's Ability to Protect Investors from Scams and Frauds (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General William Tong today joined a bipartisan coalition of 16 other attorneys general in opposing the Digital Asset Market C more

Attorney General Tong Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 14 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General William Tong today joined 21 other states and D.C. in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of Homeland Sec more

Award-Winning Author to Speak at Arkansas Tech Oct. 5

RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 14 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news: * * * Award-Winning Author to Speak at Arkansas Tech Oct. 5 * Jordan Harper, author of the Edgar Award-winning "She Rides Shotgun" as well as "The Last King of California," "Everybody Knows" and "A Violent Masterpiece," will be the fall 2026 speaker for the Arkansas Tech University Department of English and World Languages Visiting Authors Series. Harper will speak at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, in room 300 o more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Presses Secretary Wright to Admit the Truth

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom presses Secretary Wright to admit the truth: Trump had no viable plan to protect Americans from his Iran war gas and diesel price spikes Energy Secretary Chris Wright said he prepared Trump for the consequences of military action against Iran. Americans deserve to see the plan. What you need to know: Governor Newsom is demanding that Energy Secretary more

Calif. Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation on Sept. 14, 2026

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom signs legislation 9.14.2026 SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills: * AB 1126 by Assemblymember Joe Patterson (R-Rocklin) -- Medi-Cal managed care plans: enrollees with other health care coverage. * AB 1153 by Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) -- Illegal disposal site abatement. * AB 1359 by Ass more

Calif. Gov. Newsom: Ready is How California Leads, and Every Californian Has a Role to Play

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Ready is how California leads, and every Californian has a role to play During Preparedness Month, Governor Newsom highlights California's preparedness leadership and calls on every Californian to make a plan What you need to know: Governor Newsom announces September as Preparedness Month, highlighting statewide events, resources, and readiness efforts to encourage more

California Fly Fishers Unlimited Urges USDA to Maintain Roadless Protections for Watersheds

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. California Fly Fishers Unlimited (CFFU) P.O. Box 162997 Sacramento, CA 95816 September 11, 2026 (docket number FS-2025-0001) Unique Identifier Number: ELMS Project #302690 Dear USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, On behalf of the 350 members of the California Fly Fishers Unlimited we have reviewed the Draft Environmental more

California Governor Signs AI Toy & Chatbot Bills into Law

NEW YORK, Sept. 14 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * California Governor Signs AI Toy & Chatbot Bills into Law * On September 10, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AI companion chatbot bills SB 867 and SB 1119 into law. Here's what toy companies should know: 1. SB 867 imposes a four-year moratorium on the manufacture or sale of a toy designed for children under 16 years of age that contains an AI companion chatbot. The moratorium will comme more

California Waste Solutions Teamsters

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * California Waste Solutions Teamsters * Press Contact: Alexandra Banash Phone: (510) 418-2612 Email: alexandra@teamjc7.org (SAN JOSE, Calif.) - Over 60 California Waste Solutions drivers and mechanics in San Jose, Calif., represented by Teamsters Local 350, have overwhelmingly ratified a new five-year contract, locking in substantial raises, protections for relief emp more

California Waste Solutions Teamsters Ratify Contract

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * California Waste Solutions Teamsters Ratify Contract * (SAN JOSE, Calif.) - Over 60 California Waste Solutions drivers and mechanics in San Jose, Calif., represented by Teamsters Local 350, have overwhelmingly ratified a new five-year contract, locking in substantial raises, protections for relief employees, improved work rules, and additional vacation time. "With to more

Car owners beware! Lessons from the 'Kia Boys' crime spree

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * Car owners beware! Lessons from the 'Kia Boys' crime spree * Key takeaways * Since 2020, the nation has seen a surge in thefts of certain Kia and Hyundai models. A UCLA-led team studying the crime spree predicts these cars will continue to be stolen through at least 2042. * The researchers cite a combination of factors: a lack of anti-theft equipment in these models, an increase in more

CDDRL's Leadership Academy for Development and the International Finance Corporation Bring Senior Infrastructure Leaders to Stanford

STANFORD, California, Sept. 15 -- Stanford University Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies issued the following news: * * * September 14, 2026 CDDRL's Leadership Academy for Development and the International Finance Corporation Bring Senior Infrastructure Leaders to Stanford Senior IFC leaders and government officials came together for five days of practical learning focused on the decisions that shape public-private infrastructure projects. Mary-Therese Heintzkill In Brief more

Center for Public Enterprise Urges DOT to Leverage Federal Financing for Grid Colocation Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Center for Public Enterprise April 25, 2024 To Build America Bureau U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 From Center for Public Enterprise 1040 Dean St, Apt 205 Brooklyn, NY 11238-3395 Via Jackson Moore-Otto Transportation Program Manager Re: Request for In more

Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: SNAP Implementation Must Adequately Protect Tribal Citizens

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following report: * * * SNAP Implementation Must Adequately Protect Tribal Citizens September 14, 2026 | Jay Tomkus and Ed Bolen No one in our country should go hungry, and SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) has been our nation's most effective anti-hunger program for decades. However, sweeping cuts to SNAP enacted in the harmful 2025 Republican reconciliation law take away the help people and fam more

Ceres opposes repeal of EPA power plant standards

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 14 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Ceres, a non-profit organization that is mobilizing companies and investors to take stronger action on climate change, water scarcity and global sustainability challenges, posted the following news release: * * * Ceres opposes repeal of EPA power plant standards * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's decision today to repeal its power plant carbon pollution standards and strip the agency's authority to limit pow more

Coming Full Circle: Alumnus Brett Littman Returns to the Museum That Inspired Him

LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 14 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Coming Full Circle: Alumnus Brett Littman Returns to the Museum That Inspired Him * Philosophy alumnus Brett Littman, '95 describes his time at UC San Diego as a golden era, one shaped by a voracious curiosity that extended well beyond the classroom. He sought out conversations with faculty across philosophy, literature, film and visual arts and traveled with friends to attend con more

Committee Cliff Notes: Week of September 14, 2026

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Committee Cliff Notes: Week of September 14, 2026 * Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Wednesday, September 16, the Committee on Agriculture will hold a full committee hearing called "Increasing Demand and Opportunities for Homegrown Products Here and Abroad." Appropriations On Tuesday, September 15, the Subcommittee more

Congressman Issa Introduces Digital Asset Inventory and Audit Act to Find and Protect Digital Assets in Federal Custody

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Darrell E. Issa, R-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Issa Introduces Digital Asset Inventory and Audit Act to Find and Protect Digital Assets in Federal Custody * WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) recently introduced the Digital Asset Inventory and Audit Act of 2026, legislation to ensure the federal government identifies, secures, and accounts for cryptocurrency and other digital assets that come into its custody. more

Congresswoman Luz Rivas Secures $660,000 in Federal Funding for Shade, Public Transportation Upgrades at Metro Bus Stops

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Luz Rivas, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Luz Rivas Secures $660,000 in Federal Funding for Shade, Public Transportation Upgrades at Metro Bus Stops * LOS ANGELES - Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) presented the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) with $660,000 in federal funding for vital infrastructure upgrades to bus shelters and bus stops across the San Fernando Valley. "The federal funding I more

Consumer Watchdog Asks Court to Halt New Tariffs as Refund System Leaves Consumers Behind

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Consumer Services] -- Consumer Watchdog posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Watchdog Asks Court to Halt New Tariffs as Refund System Leaves Consumers Behind * Brief says tariff order exceeds Section 301 and warns future importer refunds will not make consumers whole WASHINGTON, D.C. -The tariff refund system leaves consumers behind, Consumer Watchdog warned in asking the U.S. Court of International Trade to halt the Trump administra more

Control of Communicable Diseases Manual includes info on a potentially first climate-driven disease

SAN DIEGO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Public Health Association posted the following news release: * * * New Control of Communicable Diseases Manual includes info on a potentially first climate-driven disease * At a time when the priority of improving the health of all communities faces federal funding cuts, elimination of key HHS positions and the politicization of evidence-based strategies, public health professionals and advocates need reliable informatio more

Cornyn Urges VA, DOJ to Investigate Predatory Schools Defrauding Veterans of G.I. Benefits

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn Urges VA, DOJ to Investigate Predatory Schools Defrauding Veterans of G.I. Benefits * U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after sending a pair of bipartisan letters encouraging the Trump administration to investigate and hold accountable "slapdash" trade schools and education institutions in Texas and across the country who reportedly defrauded veterans of their G.I. Bill b more

CSU Expands Support for Pregnant and Parenting Students Through Campus Innovation

LONG BEACH, California, Sept. 15 -- California State University issued the following news: * * * CSU Expands Support for Pregnant and Parenting Students Through Campus Innovation 9/14/2026 Michelson 20MM Foundation-funded microgrants awarded to 11 campuses to launch new student parent programming As part of the California State University (CSU) systemwide Pregnant and Parenting Students Initiative (PPSI), 11 campuses have been awarded $5,500 grants each to launch innovative projects that st more

CSULB students' quest to recover, reclaim Latine history

LONG BEACH, California, Sept. 14 -- California State University Long Beach campus posted the following news: * * * CSULB students' quest to recover, reclaim Latine history * Cal State Long Beach students are gaining the power to discover the histories omitted from mainstream narratives. The Archival Quest: Reclaiming Latinx Rhetorics course empowers students to investigate and interpret elements of history that may otherwise be ignored, dismissed or misunderstood. They are then able to prod more

Direct Relief Appoints Jeff Berman and Curt Menefee to Board of Directors

SANTA BARBARA, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Direct Relief Appoints Jeff Berman and Curt Menefee to Board of Directors * Direct Relief announces the appointments of Jeff Berman and Curt Menefee to its Board of Directors, welcoming two accomplished leaders during one of the most significant periods of growth and global expansion in the organization's 77-year history. Active in all 50 U.S. states and 94 countries, Direct Relief p more

Distinguished Consumer Law Attorneys Join National Consumer Law Center Board of Directors

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The National Consumer Law Center posted the following news release: * * * Distinguished Consumer Law Attorneys Join NCLC Board of Directors * Boston Lawyer Jonathan Kravetz Elected Board President BOSTON - Prominent consumer law attorney Jim Kowalski Jr. and eminent law professor Patricia McCoy have been named to the board of directors of the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC). In addition, Jonathan Kravetz, formerly a partner at the Mintz law more

Does AI Have Low EQ? USC Study Identifies Where Models' Emotional Reasoning Breaks Down

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Does AI Have Low EQ? USC Study Identifies Where Models' Emotional Reasoning Breaks Down * AI emotional reasoning through audios and videos (Credit: Midjourney) Have you ever interacted with an AI-powered customer support agent only to find it strangely nonempathetic, cold, disconnected and unable to understand how you're feeling? Unlike humans, AI does n more

DOJ's Fraud Division, SBA, and SBA OIG Target $245M in COVID Loan Fraud Enforcement Activity as State Partnerships Continue Expanding

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * DOJ's Fraud Division, SBA, and SBA OIG Target $245M in COVID Loan Fraud Enforcement Activity as State Partnerships Continue Expanding 44 U.S. Attorney's Offices, along with 20 federal and state investigative agencies, participate in summer SBA fraud enforcement surge - Today, the Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division along with the Small Business Administratio more

Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America Guide

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Duane Morris, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America Guide * PHILADELPHIA, September 14, 2026-Nine Duane Morris LLP attorneys have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America guide. * Dana J. Ash - Products Liability/Business Litigation (Philadelphia) * Sean K. Burke - Products Liability/Toxic Torts (Washing more

Earthjustice: State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis Fort Peck Tribes, conservation groups urge NPS to defend bison conservation progress - Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who interve more

Earthjustice: Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution From Power Plants

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution from Power Plants Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of carbon pollution in the U.S. - Washington, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of greenhouse gas pollution standards for coal and gas-fired power plants. At the same time, the EPA issued a proposal that attempts more

Economics Daily: Truck Drivers are in It for the Long Haul

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics issued the following document from Economics Daily: * * * Truck drivers are in it for the long haul Truck drivers play a vital role in the U.S. economy, making sure the products we need are transported across the country to distribution centers, retailers, and our homes. For Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we're delivering a shipment of BLS data. In the United States as a whole, there were nearly 2.1 million heav more

Emporia State Beats Second Straight Ranked Opponent

WACO, Texas, Sept. 14 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Emporia State Beats Second Straight Ranked Opponent * Down 20-17 at halftime against then-No. 20 Michigan Tech, the Emporia State defense pitched a shutout in the second half allowing the Hornets to register their second straight victory over a ranked opponent, 34-20. Emporia State is now 3-0 on the season and moved up to No. 17 in this week's AFCA Division II Coaches Poll, more

Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces New Round of Statewide Endorsements, Backing 40 Statewide Candidates in 15 States

NEW YORK, Sept. 14 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces New Round of Statewide Endorsements, Backing 40 Statewide Candidates in 15 States * Everytown Endorsements Include Candidates Running in AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, ID, MD, MI, MN, NV, NY, OK, PA, TN, and WI NEW YORK -Today, Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund announced its latest round of statewide endorsements: 40 candidates across 15 st more

Extended-Interval Tarlatamab Dosing Shows Consistent Activity and Safety in Previously Treated Small Cell Lung Cancer

AURORA, Colorado, Sept. 12 [Category: Medical] -- The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer posted the following news release: * * * Extended-Interval Tarlatamab Dosing Shows Consistent Activity and Safety in Previously Treated Small Cell Lung Cancer * (SEOUL, Republic of Korea -Saturday, September 12th, 6:15 p.m. Korea Standard Time) - Extended-interval dosing regimens of tarlatamab demonstrated efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetic profiles generally consistent with the es more

FDA Approves PET Imaging Agent for Brain Cancer Based on UCSF Data

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 14 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * FDA Approves PET Imaging Agent for Brain Cancer Based on UCSF Data UC San Francisco study data was instrumental in today's approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of a PET imaging agent that helps physicians evaluate gliomas, a form of brain cancer. The approval of floretyrosine F 18 (18F-FET) was supported by prospective clinical trial data generated a more

First AI Sciences Major at Idaho State Blazes His Own Trail

POCATELLO, Idaho, Sept. 14 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * First AI Sciences Major at Idaho State Blazes His Own Trail * Before he set foot on Idaho State University's Pocatello campus, Christian Done had never attended a class. "I was basically homeschooled," said Done. "Everything was basically self-taught, and I took some standardized tests at 16 to get my high school diploma." He's traveled a few miles on the route to the classroom seats he now occupies at more

Former Student and World-Renowned Chef Stephan Pyles Visits with Students in Return to Commerce

COMMERCE, Texas, Sept. 14 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Former Student and World-Renowned Chef Stephan Pyles Visits with Students in Return to Commerce * A former Lion student and award-winning chef recently spoke to East Texas A&M University students about his journey through Commerce and what led him to become one of the most notable chefs in America. Stephan Pyles visited with music students-as we more

Four candidates named for dean of LC State's CTE program

LEWISTON, Idaho, Sept. 14 -- Lewis-Clark State College posted the following news release: * * * Four candidates named for dean of LC State's CTE program * LEWISTON, Idaho - Four candidates have been named for the Lewis-Clark State College Career & Technical Education deanship. LC State faculty and staff are invited to attend candidate presentations on "Designing a Sustainable CTE Growth Model: Students, Employers, and Community as Shared Stakeholders." All presentations will take place on t more

From Arizona to the Scottish Highlands: One Hilltopper's Journey to Find Her Place in the Field

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Sept. 14 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * From Arizona to the Scottish Highlands: One Hilltopper's Journey to Find Her Place in the Field * When honors student Natalie Strader applied to a geology field program at the University of St Andrews, she got a no. The program director told her she was missing a prerequisite course. Most students would have moved on. Strader, a senior geological sciences major at Western Kentucky University, d more

GA-ASI Opening a New Facility in Dayton, Ohio

SAN DIEGO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems issued the following news release: * * * GA-ASI Opening a New Facility in Dayton, Ohio * World Leader in Uncrewed Aircraft Establishing an Innovation Hub for Hardware and Software Development Supporting USAF Programs DAYTON - 14 September 2026 - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world leader in Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, JobsOhio and th more

Ga. A.G. Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit Indicts Six in Chatham County Following Multistate Drug Trafficking Investigation

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 15 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit Indicts Six in Chatham County Following Multistate Drug Trafficking Investigation Law enforcement recovers 20 lbs. of Carfentanil - CHATHAM COUNTY, GA - Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his Gang Prosecution Unit has secured the indictment of six individuals in Chatham County following a multistate investigation into more

Getty Launches Second Season of Family Podcast "If Objects Could Talk"

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 -- The J. Paul Getty Trust posted the following news release: * * * Getty Launches Second Season of Family Podcast "If Objects Could Talk" * Getty announced today the launch of season two of "If Objects Could Talk," an award-winning family-friendly podcast that brings to life objects from its art collection for curious young minds. Released weekly, season two presents 10 episodes that investigate the stories behind artworks from the museum's sculpture and de more

Gibson Dunn Secures Precedential Dismissal of Defamation Lawsuit for Warner Bros., Sony, and Documentary Filmmakers

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Gibson Dunn Secures Precedential Dismissal of Defamation Lawsuit for Warner Bros., Sony, and Documentary Filmmakers * Gibson Dunn secured a major, precedential appellate victory on behalf of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., Sony Pictures, Maxine Productions, and documentary filmmakers Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz when the California Court of Appeal reversed a more

Gov. Newsom Announces California-backed Victory After Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Attack on Vote-By-Mail

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announces California-backed victory after Supreme Court blocks Trump's attack on vote-by-mail SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court issuing a ruling blocking the Trump Administration's U.S. Postal Service rule restricting access to voting via the vote-by-mail process. This ruling more

Gregory Donovan Retires After Four Decades of Inspiring Students and Helping to Shape VCU's Creative Writing Program

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 15 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 14, 2026 Gregory Donovan retires after four decades of inspiring students and helping to shape VCU's creative writing program Donovan, the author of two poetry collections, was one of the forces behind online journal Blackbird and 'a passionate and committed teacher' during his tenure. By Joan Tupponce Students in Gregory Donovan's creative writing classes at Virginia Commonwealth Unive more

HACU announces Building Stronger Communities Scholarship recipients

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 14 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU announces Building Stronger Communities Scholarship recipients * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities and Building Stronger Communities have announced 30 students from HACU-member institutions will receive a $1,500 scholarship for the 2026-27 school year. Student recipients are: * Reviane A. - California State University more

House Natural Resources Chairman Westerman: House Advances Legislation to Support America's Public Lands, Tribal Communities and Water Resources

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release: * * * House Advances Legislation to Support America's Public Lands, Tribal Communities and Water Resources WASHINGTON, D.C., September 14, 2026 Today, the U.S. House of Representatives advanced legislation to implement commonsense land management, encourage investment in America's public lands, promote water quality research, conserve tribal cultural more

House Oversight & Government Reform Ranking Member Garcia Issues Statement After Oversight Committee Moves to Hold Leon Black in Contempt of Congress

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release: * * * September 11, 2026 Ranking Member Robert Garcia Statement After Oversight Committee Moves to Hold Leon Black in Contempt of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, released the following statement after the Oversight Committee moved to more

House Oversight & Government Reform Ranking Member Garcia Issues Statement Following Supreme Court Ruling Against Trump Executive Order Attacking Mail-In Voting

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release: * * * September 14, 2026 Ranking Member Robert Garcia Statement Following Supreme Court Ruling Against Trump Executive Order Attacking Mail-In Voting WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court more

House Ways and Means Chairman Smith: President Trump Signs Ways and Means Bill Extending Tax Relief for Disaster Victims

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release: * * * President Trump Signs Ways and Means Bill Extending Tax Relief for Disaster Victims September 14, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Americans rebuilding after wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and other disasters will keep getting fairer tax treatment, thanks to the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act (H.R. 5366) - bipartisan legislation introd more

How Philanthropy Helps CSUN Students Launch Fashion Design Careers

NORTHRIDGE, California, Sept. 14 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release: * * * How Philanthropy Helps CSUN Students Launch Fashion Design Careers * The talented designers who participate in the annual CSUN TRENDS Fashion Show are benefiting from a new investment in their bright futures. TRENDS is a club for CSUN students with an interest in fashion design and merchandising. Each spring, it holds a runway fashion show that includes students in the Family more

ICYMI: Mini Timmaraju Joins Jonathan Capehart to Discuss Louisiana v. FDA and How Attacks on Medication Abortion Will Influence Midterm Elections

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Mini Timmaraju Joins Jonathan Capehart to Discuss Louisiana v. FDA and How Attacks on Medication Abortion Will Influence Midterm Elections * Reproductive Freedom for All President and CEO Mini Timmaraju joined Jonathan Capehart on The Last Word to discuss the recent oral arguments at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit more

Intrepid Financial Partners Is Now Part of Houlihan Lokey

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Houlihan Lokey, an investment bank, posted the following news release: * * * Intrepid Financial Partners Is Now Part of Houlihan Lokey * With the acquisition of Intrepid Financial Partners now complete, we are delighted to welcome our new colleagues to Houlihan Lokey. As a result of the acquisition, Houlihan Lokey's Oil & Gas Group is now one of the largest and most comprehensive investment banking advisors to clients acr more

ITC Declines Review of Dolby Intervention in Video Device Case

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 (TNSFR) -- The International Trade Commission has declined to review an administrative law judge's initial determination allowing Dolby Laboratories Inc., San Francisco, California, to intervene in an investigation involving video-capable electronic devices, including smart televisions and monitors. The investigation, instituted April 2, 2026, followed a complaint by InterDigital, Inc., InterDigital VC Holdings, Inc., and InterDigital Madison Patent Holdings SAS. The compla more

K&L Gates Expands Corporate and Intellectual Property Capabilities With Six-Partner Team Across California and Texas

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15 -- K&L Gates, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * K&L Gates Expands Corporate and Intellectual Property Capabilities With Six-Partner Team Across California and Texas Global law firm K&L Gates LLP has strengthened its Corporate, Intellectual Property, Litigation, and Labor and Employment practices with the addition of a six-partner team in its San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Houston offices. The lawyers enhance the firm's corporate, capital ma more

Kamlager-Dove to Run for Co-Chair of House Democrats' Messaging Apparatus

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Kamlager-Dove to Run for Co-Chair of House Democrats' Messaging Apparatus * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) announced her candidacy for Co-Chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC), a key leadership position within the caucus that helps develop messaging and communication strategies for House Democrats. Rep. Kamlager-Dove announ more

Keysight Joins Verizon 6G Innovation Forum to Accelerate Pre-Standard 6G Validation

SANTA ROSA, California, Sept. 15 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * Keysight Joins Verizon 6G Innovation Forum to Accelerate Pre-Standard 6G Validation Keysight adds independent design, emulation, and test expertise to help advance 6G prototyping, standards alignment, and field readiness - Keysight Technologies has joined the Verizon 6G Innovation Forum, adding independent design, emula more

Kohl's Expands Babies"R"Us Shops, Adds New Brands and Products

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wisconsin, Sept. 15 -- Kohl's, a department store retail company, issued the following news release: * * * Kohl's Expands Babies"R"Us Shops, Adds New Brands and Products Kohl's is adding dedicated Babies"R"Us shops to 56 additional stores this September, bringing a focused selection of baby gear, nursery items, and gifting essentials to more communities nationwide. A Curated Destination for Growing Families The new shops feature a thoughtful lineup of go-to products from more

LEGENDARY COUNTRY MUSIC DUO BROOKS & DUNN TO RECEIVE THE 2026 CMA WILLIE NELSON LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT 'THE 60TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS'

BURBANK, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * LEGENDARY COUNTRY MUSIC DUO BROOKS & DUNN TO RECEIVE THE 2026 CMA WILLIE NELSON LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT 'THE 60TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS' * Country Music's Biggest Night(tm) To Broadcast Live From Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 8/7c on ABC and Disney+, Next Day on Hulu The Country Music Association has announced legendary country music duo Brooks & Dunn more

Littler: DOL Confirms Supervisors and Managers Who Also Work Tipped Shifts Cannot Participate in a Tip Pool

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * DOL Confirms Supervisors and Managers Who Also Work Tipped Shifts Cannot Participate in a Tip Pool By Dimitrios T. Markos and Robert Geiger The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division (WHD) issued Opinion Letter FLSA2026-13 addressing a common question in the restaurant industry: Can a supervisor who also performs tipped duties like bartending receive a portion of other employees' tips thro more

Littler: Ontario, Canada Court of Appeal Confirms That ESA-Compliant Temporary Layoff Clauses Are Not Termination Clauses

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ontario, Canada Court of Appeal Confirms that ESA-Compliant Temporary Layoff Clauses Are Not Termination Clauses At a Glance * The Ontario Court of Appeal confirmed that an ESA-compliant temporary layoff clause is not a termination clause and may remain enforceable even where a separate termination provision is invalid. * The decision narrows the reach of Waksdale by focusing on the substance and le more

Marcus & Millichap Arranges $8.64M Sale of 62-Unit Multifamily Property in Santa Catalina Island, California

ENCINO, California, Sept. 15 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges $8.64M Sale of 62-Unit Multifamily Property in Santa Catalina Island, California AVALON, Sept. 14, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Tremont Street Apartments, a 62-unit multifamily property located in Avalon on Santa more

Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of Net-Leased Auto Shop Property in Grand Rapids, Michigan

ENCINO, California, Sept. 15 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of Net-Leased Auto Shop Property in Grand Rapids, Michigan GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 14, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Christian Brothers Automotive, a 5,810-square-foot automotive service property located more

Md. A.G. Brown Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 15 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule, which would allow immigration officials to penalize immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new D more

Md. A.G. Brown: Abbott Laboratories Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million Nationwide to Settle Fraud Allegations Related to Powder Infant Formula

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 15 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Abbott Laboratories Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million Nationwide to Settle Fraud Allegations Related to Powder Infant Formula Company Allegedly Sold Products Manufactured in Unsanitary Conditions at Michigan and Arizona Plants and Engaged in Alleged Cover-Up - BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined 39 other states and the federal govern more

MEMO: Nine LGBTQ+ Priority Bills Await Governor Newsom's Signature

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Sociological] -- Equality California posted the following news release: * * * MEMO: Nine LGBTQ+ Priority Bills Await Governor Newsom's Signature Nine Equality California priority bills have passed both houses of the California Legislature and have been transmitted to Governor Gavin Newsom for consideration. The Governor may sign or veto the measures by September 30, 2026. The measures address access to health care, data privacy, community safety, more

Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Supreme Court to Block Postal Service Rule Limiting Mail-In Voting

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Supreme Court to Block Postal Service Rule Limiting Mail-In Voting * #261 Members and former Members file bicameral, bipartisan brief as court order barring Postal Service rule limiting mail voting is being challenged by Trump's DOJ Washington, D.C. - Oregon's U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden joined a bipartisan, bicameral coalition of 261 current and former more

Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Supreme Court to Block Postal Service Rule Limiting Mail-In Voting

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Merkley, Wyden, Colleagues Urge Supreme Court to Block Postal Service Rule Limiting Mail-In Voting * #261 Members and former Members file bicameral, bipartisan brief as court order barring Postal Service rule limiting mail voting is being challenged by Trump's DOJ Washington, D.C. - Oregon's U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden joined a bipartisan, bicameral coalition of 261 current and former Mem more

MICHELIN Guide Recognizes 15 New Colorado Restaurants

DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 14 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * MICHELIN Guide Recognizes 15 New Colorado Restaurants * DENVER - Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announced that the MICHELIN Guide unveiled its fourth annual selection for Colorado, revealing the state's one new One-Star restaurants, along with new Bib Gourmand and Recommend more

Michigan Medicine: The Care Ecosystem - Supporting People Living With Dementia and Their Families

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 15 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * The Care Ecosystem: Supporting People Living with Dementia and Their Families An interview with Katherine Possin, PhD September 14, 2026 Welcome back to Season 6 of Minding Memory! In this episode, Lauren & Matt speak with Dr. Katherine (Kate) Possin, who holds the John Douglas French Alzheimer's Foundation Professorship at the Univ more

Microproteins provide new playbook for Alzheimer's research

LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 14 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: * * * Microproteins provide new playbook for Alzheimer's research * * Highlights * Salk researchers establish microprotein atlas from human frontal cortex samples with and without Alzheimer's disease, identifying more than 1,000 new microproteinsy * The atlas reveals one microprotein that may contribute to age-related dysfunction in the brain's resident immune cells * The pub more

Monkeyflowers thrive in salty spray that kills other plants

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 14 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Monkeyflowers thrive in salty spray that kills other plants * On the windswept coasts of Oregon and California lives an unassuming little plant called the monkeyflower, which can withstand salty blasts that kill its inland counterparts. Now, researchers at Michigan State University are beginning to understand how it manages to thrive in conditions that leave other plants burned, brown and withered. more

Monkeyflowers thrive in salty spray that kills other plants

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 14 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news: * * * Monkeyflowers thrive in salty spray that kills other plants * On the windswept coasts of Oregon and California lives an unassuming little plant called the monkeyflower, which can withstand salty blasts that kill its inland counterparts. Now, researchers at Michigan State University are beginning to understand how it manages to thrive in conditions that leave other plants more

N.J. A.G. Davenport Challenges Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule

TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 15 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Challenges Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule DHS Rule Seeks to Punish Immigrants Entitled to Assistance for Seeking Vital Benefits - TRENTON - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of 21 other attorneys general in suing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) over its unlawful public charge rule, which would more

National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics Celebrates 25 Years Supporting Healthcare Access

SANTA BARBARA, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics Celebrates 25 Years Supporting Healthcare Access * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Suzie Foley compared the start of the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics to Hamilton's 'In the Room Where It Happened.' "There was a handful of people sitting around a hotel saying there's got to be a way that we can work together to fix this," sa more

Nature for All Coalition Urges Forest Service to Withdraw Roadless Rule Rescission to Protect Public Lands in Los Angeles County

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Submitted as Formal Public Comment RIN 0596-AD66 | Docket FS-2025-0001, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation The Honorable Brooke L. Rollins Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture RE: Nature for All Coalition Comments on the Proposed Rescission of the 2001 Roadless Area Conserva more

Nature for All Urges Forest Service to Withdraw Roadless Rule Rescission to Safeguard Public Lands in San Gabriel Mountains

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 9, 2026 Submitted as Formal Public Comment RIN 0596-AD66 | Docket FS-2025-0001, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation The Honorable Brooke L. Rollins Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture RE: Nature for All Comments on the Proposed Rescission of the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Ru more

Netflix and SEGA Announce Film Adaptation of the Video Game Crazy Taxi as Part of New Multi-Title Collaboration

LOS GATOS, California, Sept. 15 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Netflix and SEGA Announce Film Adaptation of the Video Game Crazy Taxi as Part of New Multi-Title Collaboration Sonic, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Adaptations also in Development * SEGA and Netflix today announced a new collaboration to bring a film adaptation of Crazy Taxi to Netflix, with the companies also developing a slate of adaptations from SEGA's catalog including Sonic and STR more

Netflix Brings Lee Chang-dong's Acclaimed Films to Global Audiences

LOS GATOS, California, Sept. 15 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * Netflix Brings Lee Chang-dong's Acclaimed Films to Global Audiences Following the Silver Lion (Grand Jury Prize) win of Possible Love at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, Netflix is set to stream more of Director Lee Chang-dong's acclaimed filmography worldwide, giving global audiences the chance to discover films including Secret Sunshine and Peppermint Candy. Possible Love, Lee's fir more

New AI Agent Ace Helps the TSA Support Travelers as They Navigate Airport Security

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release: * * * New AI Agent Ace Helps the TSA Support Travelers as They Navigate Airport Security * With nearly 3 million airline passengers flying each day, travelers need timely information about what to expect at security, how to prepare for checkpoints, and what to do during busy or disrupted travel periods. To give travelers ti more

NIH R01 grant funds study of physical activity and binge eating in children

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 14 -- The George Mason University College of Public Health posted the following news: * * * NIH R01 grant funds study of physical activity and binge eating in children * Early signs of binge eating can emerge as children enter adolescence, signaling risk for eating disorders. George Mason University researcher Tyler Mason is investigating whether physical activity could improve self-regulation and, in turn, reduce that risk. With a five-year, R01 grant from NIH's Na more

NLRB blocks union election due to Prime Healthcare's illegal interference with nurses' right to unionize

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Sept. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * NLRB blocks union election due to Prime Healthcare's illegal interference with nurses' right to unionize * Today the National Labor Relations Board's Region 13 Office in Chicago moved to block the originally scheduled Sept. 17 NLRB union election at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, Ill., in light of credible allegations that a free and fair election is not possible at thi more

No Better Friend: 1st Battalion, 6th Marines Perform Lifesaving Rescue on Southern Border

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news: * * * No Better Friend: 1st Battalion, 6th Marines Perform Lifesaving Rescue on Southern Border * CAMPO, Calif. - A routine detection and monitoring mission along the southern border transitioned into a life-saving rescue on Aug. 7, 2026. Service members assigned to Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB), in support of Operation Ardent Vanguard, treated and evacuated a suspected illegal alien suffering from more

NOAA: Managing Genetic Risk in Offshore Aquaculture

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * Managing Genetic Risk in Offshore Aquaculture Three science advice publications help growers to adopt best practices for farming healthy seafood while protecting wild populations. - Aquaculture can sustainably produce seafood to complement wild-caught fisheries. However, like all food systems, aquaculture requires sound science to ensure farmed species don more

Novartis Urges NRC to Establish Remote Supervision Compatibility Category B and Streamline Radioligand Therapy Licensing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards ATTN: Rulemakings Staff U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-001 RE: Comments on Proposed Rule - Reducing Barriers to Medical Use Licensing [NRC-2025-1237] Introduction Novartis Services, Inc. submits this letter on behalf of Nova more

Nurses from Kaiser and Sutter systems plan joint protest in Oakland

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Sept. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Nurses from Kaiser and Sutter systems plan joint protest in Oakland * Registered nurses from the Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health systems will hold an joint protest on Sept. 16 to rally for strong contracts to improve patient care at two of the Bay's biggest hospital systems. Combined at both systems, more than 35,000 nurses are represented by California Nurses Associatio more

NUT Podcast Episode 291: Congressional Pensions: YOU Pay the Bill!

WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 [Category: Political] -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: * * * NUT Podcast Episode 291: Congressional Pensions: YOU Pay the Bill! * Philip Blumel: Okay, so let's talk Congressional pensions. To set the stage, we'll start with a couple of stories brought to our attention by Kim Strassel at the Wall Street Journal in May. First, former California representative and term limits foe Eric Swalwell resigned last April under a cloud of sexual misconduct alle more

NVIDIA Expands Open Source CUDA-Q Platform for Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing

SANTA CLARA, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, issued the following news release: * * * NVIDIA Expands Open Source CUDA-Q Platform for Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing * News Summary: * The NVIDIA CUDA-Q platform now includes the CUDA-Q Logical orchestration layer, giving the quantum industry an open, programmable way to design and test fault-tolerant quantum co more

Ogletree Deakins Continues West Coast Growth with Addition of Donald P. Sullivan as Shareholder

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ogletree Deakins, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Ogletree Deakins Continues West Coast Growth with Addition of Donald P. Sullivan as Shareholder * SAN FRANCISCO - September 14, 2026 - Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to welcome Donald P. Sullivan to the firm's San Francisco office as a shareholder. Don joins the firm from Jackson Lewis P.C., wher more

On the Continued Use of Masks by Law Enforcement

NEW YORK, Sept. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The New York City Bar Association issued the following news release: * * * On the Continued Use of Masks by Law Enforcement * New York City Bar Association Statement The New York City Bar Association ("City Bar") condemns the continued, widespread use of masks and face coverings by law enforcement agencies as undermining the rule of law. In June of 2025, the City Bar issued a statement in which it decried the use of masks and other measures to ob more

Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent Helps Nurses Alleviate Documentation Burden and Streamline Care

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 15 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent Helps Nurses Alleviate Documentation Burden and Streamline Care Voice-forward chart navigation, AI-powered acute nursing summaries, and voice-enabled discrete charting help nurses spend more time delivering care - Oracle Health today announced the U.S. availability of Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent for nurs more

Oracle: Environmental Health Expert Supports Project Jupiter Power Plan

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 15 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Environmental Health Expert Supports Project Jupiter Power Plan Project Jupiter's updated energy plan is designed to reduce air emissions and water use while providing reliable power for the data center and delivering long-term benefits for Southern New Mexico. In comments submitted to the New Mexico Environment Department, Dr. Christopher Ollson, an environ more

Oracle: Project Jupiter Statement on Construction Permitting

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 15 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Project Jupiter Statement on Construction Permitting "The Project Jupiter data center campus and the proposed microgrid are separate facilities on separate but adjacent sites, operated by separate companies. Construction to date has been on the data center campus, which does not require an air quality permit and is not part of, or covered by, the microgrid ai more

Padilla, Schumer Announce DHS Whistleblower Report Revealing Trump Administration Directed Officers to Break State Laws in Voter Fraud Hunt

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Schumer Announce DHS Whistleblower Report Revealing Trump Administration Directed Officers to Break State Laws in Voter Fraud Hunt * Whistleblower reveals DHS officers were directed to illegally access sensitive voter data and create law enforcement records based on faulty data; Senators demand DHS immediately halt illegal initiative Known U.S. citizens are being swept up into the init more

Palisades Recovery Coalition Urges HUD to Account for Lost Household Wealth in Grant Eligibility

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.palirecovery.org info@palirecovery.org September 9, 2026 Hon. Scott Turner U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development 451 7th Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20410 Re: Comment of the Palisades Recovery Coalition Regarding Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Funding Dear Secretary more

Parsons Operational, Agile, Defense Solutions Ready Now on Department of War's Digital Marketplaces

PASADENA, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release: * * * Parsons Operational, Agile, Defense Solutions Ready Now on Department of War's Digital Marketplaces * Key Takeaways: * Parsons secured nine "Awardable" designations across two leading Department of War digital marketplaces designed to rapidly deploy operational capabilities to warfighters at the edge. * more

Pepperdine President Jim Gash Pens USA Today Op-ed on the Necessity of Reading

MALIBU, California, Sept. 15 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news: * * * Pepperdine President Jim Gash Pens USA Today Op-ed on the Necessity of Reading September 14, 2026 As headlines across the nation report concern over declining literacy rates, Jim Gash (JD '93), Pepperdine president and CEO, has authored an op-ed in USA Today calling on educators to recognize the enduring importance of teaching the Great Books, which prepare students to be capable thinkers and to lead virtu more

President Trump Signs Rep. Steube's Disaster Tax Relief Bill Into Law

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * President Trump Signs Rep. Steube's Disaster Tax Relief Bill Into Law * WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) announced that President Donald Trump signed the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act into law, delivering critical tax relief and certainty to Americans recovering from federally declared natural disasters. The legislation extends federal disaster tax re more

Project Coyote Denounces Trump Executive Order Targeting Wolves

LARKSPUR, California, Sept. 15 -- Project Coyote, an organization that say it promotes conservation and coexistence between people and wildlife through education, science and advocacy, issued the following news release: * * * Project Coyote Denounces Trump Executive Order Targeting Wolves Order Directs Interior Department to Pursue Delisting, Pressure States to Roll Back Their Own Wolf Protections in the Name of "Supporting Ranchers" September 14, 2026 LARKSPUR, CA - Project Coyote, a natio more

Pullias Center for Higher Education: New Policy Brief Explores the 2025-26 California Legislative Session and Its Potential Impact on Equity and Student Success

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 15 (TNSrpt) -- University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education issued the following news: * * * New Policy Brief Explores the 2025-26 California Legislative Session and its Potential Impact on Equity and Student Success September 14, 2026 A new brief that explores California's 2025-26 Legislative session and five different areas that are potentially consequential for higher education equity and student success is out now from the Pullias more

RAGA Leads the Charge to Elect Republican AGs Across the Country

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * RAGA Leads the Charge to Elect Republican AGs Across the Country * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today released a new ad highlighting the results Republican Attorneys General are delivering across the country as RAGA Chairman and Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen delivers remarks at the 2026 Republican National Convention to more

Reason Foundation Issues Commentary: What Do Public-Private Partnerships Add to Priced Managed Lanes?

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 15 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following commentary: * * * What do public-private partnerships add to priced managed lanes? Comparing the attributes of government ownership and public-private partnership ownership of managed lanes. Robert Poole Director of Transportation Policy September 14, 2026 Priced managed lanes, otherwise known as express toll lanes, are separate lanes on urban highways that charge their users variable-rate tolls. The tolls are more

Rep. Estes Introduces Legislation to Prevent Fraudulent IRS Returns

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Estes Introduces Legislation to Prevent Fraudulent IRS Returns * U.S. Representatives Ron Estes (R-Kansas) and Jimmy Panetta (D-California) introduced legislation on Thursday to help prevent the submission of fraudulent IRS returns before they are filed. The legislation verifies that Electronic Filing Identification Numbers (EFIN), which identify who submitted the return to the IRS, are active and more

Rep. Mike Levin Announces Senior Staff Changes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mike Levin Announces Senior Staff Changes * September 14, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Mike Levin (CA-49) announced changes to his senior staff. Chief of Staff Jonathan Gilbert will be departing Capitol Hill after working for Rep. Levin since his first term, beginning in January 2019. "Jonathan has been a driver of my office's success since I was first elected," said R more

Rep. Panetta Continues Legal Push Challenging Administration's Efforts to Restart Sable Offshore Pipeline

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Panetta Continues Legal Push Challenging Administration's Efforts to Restart Sable Offshore Pipeline * Washington, D.C. - United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) joined Rep. Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and 18 other members of Congress in filing an amicus brief in California v. Wright, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, in support of California' more

Report From Arizona Chamber Foundation, Common Sense Institute: High Cost of Regulation and the Government's Not-So-Invisible Hand

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSCrpt) -- THE HIGH COST OF REGULATION AND THE GOVERNMENT'S NOT-SO-INVISIBLE HAND - A report from Arizona Chamber Foundation and Common Sense Institute - September 2026 (57 pages) * * * Contents About the Authors ... 1 About Common Sense Institute ... 2 Teams & Fellows Statement ... 2 Introduction ... 4 Key Findings ... 5 The Current Policy Environment ... 6 Lessons from Colorado ... 7 The National Landscape ... 10 The 2026 Arizona 'Job Killers' List ... 12 Tax more

Report From California Ocean Science Trust: Strengthening Incentives for Flood Risk Reduction in Catastrophe Modeling and Insurance

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSCrpt) -- STRENGTHENING INCENTIVES FOR FLOOD RISK REDUCTION IN CATASTROPHE MODELING AND INSURANCE: Recommendations for California Coastal Counties - A report from California Ocean Science Trust - September 2026 (53 pages) * * * Contents ABOUT THIS REPORT ... 2 BACKGROUND AND MOTIVATION ... 4 KEY FINDINGS ... 8 RECOMMENDATIONS ... 10 Quantify the statewide flood insurance protection gap. ... 10 Enable privacy-protected access to NFIP property-level loss data paired more

Reps. Babin, McCormick Issue Letter to Indivisible Project Co-Executive Directors Levin, Greenberg

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following letter with Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Georgia, chairman of the Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight, to Indivisible Project Co-Executive Directors Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 10, 2026 Ezra Levin Co-Executive Director Indivisible Project 200 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC more

Reps. Babin, McCormick Issue Letter to NSF Acting Director Stone

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following letter with Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Georgia, chairman of the Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight, to National Science Foundation Acting Director Brian Stone: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 10, 2026 Brian Stone Chief of Staff, Performing the Duties of the NSF Director National Science Foundation 2415 Eisenhower Avenue A more

RFA Urges CARB to Move Quickly for E15 Availability in California

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Energy] -- The Renewable Fuels Association posted the following news release: * * * RFA Urges CARB to Move Quickly for E15 Availability in California * As Californians continue to face the highest fuel prices in the country, the Renewable Fuels Association today urged the California Air Resources Board to quickly finalize proposed regulations allowing the sale of lower-cost E15. In comments submitted to CARB today, RFA noted that cleaner-burning E15 could save more

Rimini Street and Datacom Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate AI Adoption and Drive IT Optimisation Across ANZ

PLEASANTON, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rimini Street, a provider of independent enterprise software support services, issued the following news release: * * * Rimini Street and Datacom Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate AI Adoption and Drive IT Optimisation Across ANZ * #Collaboration delivers expert third-party support for Oracle and SAP, keeping systems secure, compliant and stable for immediate Agentic AI ERP innovation while freeing up capital fo more

Rural County Representatives of California Urges Forest Service to Repeal Roadless Restrictions to Support Community Evacuation Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 10, 2026 The Honorable Joshua White Acting Director, Ecosystem Management Coordination USDA Forest Service 201 14th Street SW Washington, DC 20250 RE: Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation, Docket FS-2026-0001 Director White, On behalf of the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), more

Salesforce Announces $27 Million in New Education Grants, Deepening Support for Public Schools and Educators

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release: * * * Salesforce Announces $27 Million in New Education Grants, Deepening Support for Public Schools and Educators * New funding includes $18 million for public schools, building on more than $180 million contributed to public schools nationwide, including $156 million in the Bay Area Salesforce deepens education focus at more

Salesforce Launches Missionforce Military Fellowship to Help Service Members Build Careers in the Agentic Era

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release: * * * Salesforce Launches Missionforce Military Fellowship to Help Service Members Build Careers in the Agentic Era * #Key Takeaways * The Missionforce Military Fellowship is a 12-week Department of War SkillBridge program that helps transitioning service members translate their military experience to careers in AI and te more

SBA Announces Suspensions for 870,000 U.S. Borrowers Tied to $39 Billion In Suspected Pandemic Fraud

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * SBA Announces Suspensions for 870,000 U.S. Borrowers Tied to $39 Billion In Suspected Pandemic Fraud Largest SBA action extends nationwide crackdown to recover funds and hold fraudsters accountable WASHINGTON -- Today, during a major fraud announcement in Kansas City, Missouri, alongside Vice President JD Vance, Attorney General Todd Blanche, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Assis more

Schiff Joins Durbin and Senate Judiciary Democrats in Scrutinizing Director Patel's Decision to Gut BI's Hiring Standards

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Schiff Joins Durbin and Senate Judiciary Democrats in Scrutinizing Director Patel's Decision to Gut BI's Hiring Standards * In their letter to FBI Director Patel ahead of tomorrow's oversight hearing, Senate Judiciary Democrats demand justification for the FBI's recent decision to remove sex solicitation, bestiality, and theft from an employer from the list of automatic hiring disqualifications more

Scott Sagan Named Inaugural Harry Frank Guggenheim Fellow for Nuclear Ethics and Security at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs

STANFORD, California, Sept. 15 (TNSrep) -- Stanford University Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies issued the following news: * * * September 14, 2026 Scott Sagan named Inaugural Harry Frank Guggenheim Fellow for Nuclear Ethics and Security at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs CISAC's Scott Sagan named inaugural Harry Frank Guggenheim Fellow for Nuclear Ethics and Security, advancing research on the ethical, legal, and strategic challenges of nuclear we more

Select Committee to Examine Import Controls, U.S. Supply Chain Threats

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release: * * * Select Committee to Examine Import Controls, U.S. Supply Chain Threats September 11, 2026 WASHINGTON - On Wednesday, September 16th at 10:00 A.M., the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party will hold a he more

SEMI Joins ReSiLient Consortium to Strengthen Europe's Silicon and Silicon Carbide Raw Material Value Chains

MILPITAS, California, Sept. 14 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release: * * * SEMI Joins ReSiLient Consortium to Strengthen Europe's Silicon and Silicon Carbide Raw Material Value Chains * BRUSSELS - September 14, 2026 - SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced it has joined the R more

SEMI Joins ReSiLient Consortium to Strengthen Europe's Silicon and Silicon Carbide Raw Material Value Chains

MILPITAS, California, Sept. 15 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release: * * * SEMI Joins ReSiLient Consortium to Strengthen Europe's Silicon and Silicon Carbide Raw Material Value Chains September 14, 2026 BRUSSELS - SEMI , the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced it has joined the ReSiLient project consortium to help more

Senate Foreign Relations Committee Sets Sept. 17 Nomination Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 10:30 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2026, at 419 Dirksen Senate Office Building: Nominees * Ms. Nutan Patel, of California, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Cabo Verde * * * Original text here: https://www.foreign.senate.gov/hearings/nominations-09-17-2026 more

Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant powered by the next generation of Apple Intelligence, is here

CUPERTINO, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant powered by the next generation of Apple Intelligence, is here * Apple today released the next generation of Apple Intelligence, powering Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri, and capabilities that make the apps and experiences users rely on every da more

Skrmetti, Other AGs Urge FCC to Strengthen Robocall Rules

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Skrmetti, Other AGs Urge FCC to Strengthen Robocall Rules * Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti and a bipartisan coalition of 48 other attorneys general (AGs) are urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen requirements aimed at preventing scammers from using U.S. phone networks to make illegal robocalls. The coalition is asking the more

Slow Burns, New Housemates and Happy Endings: Netflix's Romance Anime Lineup Heats Up This October

LOS GATOS, California, Sept. 15 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news: * * * Slow Burns, New Housemates and Happy Endings: Netflix's Romance Anime Lineup Heats Up This October What's New: * THE RAMPARTS OF ICE SEASON 2 - Premieres on Netflix October 1 PT / October 2 JST, with new episodes weekly * BLUE BOX SEASON 2 - Premieres on Netflix October 4, with new episodes weekly * MY HAPPY MARRIAGE SEASON 2 - Special Episodes - Premieres on Netflix October 25 - This October more

Student Press Law Center: Reporting their universities didn't want

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Student Press Law Center posted the following news: * * * The reporting their universities didn't want Four college journalists speak out on the importance of standing up to administrators This story was originally published in the Student Press Report, a national news desk covering student media and journalism education in higher ed. It is supported by lead partners Student Press Law Center and Flytedesk, with secondary support fro more

Surgeons Perform Cedars-Sinai's First HIV-to-HIV Organ Transplants

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 14 [Category: BizHospital] -- Cedars-Sinai, a nonprofit academic healthcare organization, posted the following news: * * * Surgeons Perform Cedars-Sinai's First HIV-to-HIV Organ Transplants * The Cedars-Sinai Comprehensive Transplant Center recently performed the institution's first kidney and liver transplants in which organs from deceased donors with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) were transplanted into recipients who also have HIV-an approach that can si more

Tennessee Attorney General Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging FCC TO Strengthen Robocall Protections

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 14 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Tennessee Attorney General Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging FCC TO Strengthen Robocall Protections * Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti and a bipartisan coalition of 48 other attorneys general are urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen its "Know Your Upstream Provider" (KYUP) requirements to help prevent scammers from using the U.S. phone networ more

The Wilderness Society in the news

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 [Category: Environment] -- The Wilderness Society posted the following news release: * * * The Wilderness Society in the news * From national headlines to local reporting, discover how The Wilderness Society is shaping conversations about conservation and public lands. Browse recent news coverage, expert commentary and stories highlighting our work to protect wild places, defend the freedom to experience the outdoors and ensure public lands endure for future generations. more

Thune: Republicans Are Keeping Our Promises and Delivering for Working Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * September 14th, 2026 Thune: Republicans Are Keeping Our Promises and Delivering for Working Families WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune's remarks below (as delivered): "Madam President, it's hard to believe that we're in the last few months of the 119th Congress. "Two years ago at thi more

Trusted Commercial Litigation Attorney Yosef Itkin Joins Quarles San Diego Office as Of Counsel

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Quarles and Brady, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Trusted Commercial Litigation Attorney Yosef Itkin Joins Quarles San Diego Office as Of Counsel * San Diego -The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that Yosef Itkin has joined the firm's San Diego office as of counsel in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group. Itkin represents clients at the trial and appellate levels in state a more

TXST earns Campus Nature Rx Academy certification

SAN MARCOS, Texas, Sept. 14 -- Texas State University issued the following news: * * * TXST earns Campus Nature Rx Academy certification * The TXST team built evidence-based, equitable and accessible Nature Rx initiatives designed to improve mental health and overall well-being through nature engagement. September 14, 2026 Jayme Blaschke Texas State University is one of four universities to earn Campus Nature Rx Academy Certification after completing the Campus Nature Rx Network's (CNRx) more

UB to lead $2 million National Science Foundation project on wildfire resilience

BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 14 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB to lead $2 million National Science Foundation project on wildfire resilience * Research will develop AI-powered tools to examine cascading wildfire impacts, including flash floods, debris flows and infrastructure disruptions By Keith Page BUFFALO, N.Y. - The University at Buffalo is leading a new $2 million research project funded by the National Science Fou more

UC-Irvine Selected as New Home of UC Global Health Institute

IRVINE, California, Sept. 15 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release: * * * UC Irvine selected as new home of UC Global Health Institute Move reinforces leadership of Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health * UC Global Health Institute move to UC Irvine expands research partnerships and advances health equity to improve lives in California and around the world. * It further establishes the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health as a w more

UC-San Francisco: To Work Their Best, Busy Body Tissues Call on Bigger Cleanup Crews

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 14 (TNSjou) -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * To Work Their Best, Busy Body Tissues Call on Bigger Cleanup Crews The body's heart muscle, for pumping blood, skeletal muscle, for movement and posture, and brown fat, for heat production, each require a lot of energy and make a lot of waste. And that waste needs to be managed. Now, scientists from UC San Francisco, Yale University, University Pompeu Fab more

UL Solutions Launches Certification Program to Help Electric Vehicles Support the Power Grid

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- UL Solutions, a company that says it delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, issued the following news release: * * * UL Solutions Launches Certification Program to Help Electric Vehicles Support the Power Grid * * UL Solutions has launched a new certification program for vehicle-to-grid technologies, which can allow electric vehicles to send power ba more

University of California Epidemiology Professor Bindman Urges CMS to Designate Measure Q494 as Core Measure for Diagnostic Radiology MIPS Value Pathway

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 8, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P Re: Comment urging that Quality Measure Q494, Excessive Radiation Dose or Inadequate Image Quality for Diagnostic Computed Tomography in Adults (ExRad), be designa more

University of Texas-Austin: Cary Granat Appointed Dean of Moody College of Communication

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 15 -- The University of Texas issued the following news: * * * Cary Granat Appointed Dean of Moody College of Communication September 14, 2026 The University of Texas at Austin has selected Cary Granat, the co-founder and former CEO of Walden Media and a prominent media executive, entrepreneur and educator, to serve as the next dean of the Moody College of Communication, effective Monday, Sept. 28. Granat brings more than three decades of experience at the nexus of stor more

USAF assembles inert Sentinel missile, moving with pace toward flight testing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: * * * USAF assembles inert Sentinel missile, moving with pace toward flight testing * NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (AFNS) - The LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program reached a critical milestone by completing the vertical stacking of the inert missile at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. The vertical integration event demonstrated the maturity of the missile's design and verified that all critical sub more

Valar Atomics CEO Taylor Testifies Before House Science, Space & Technology Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- The House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Energy released the following testimony by Isaiah Taylor, CEO and founder of Valar Atomics, from a Sept. 2, 2026, hearing entitled "Powering the Nuclear Renaissance: Accelerating U.S. Leadership in Advanced Nuclear Reactors": * * * Good morning, Chairman Weber, Ranking Member Ross, and distinguished members of the subcommittee. My name is Isaiah Taylor and I am the CEO and founder of Valar Atomics. Thank you for h more

VCU's Aliza Ehrlich Receives $3 Million to Study Link Between Opioids and Unexplored Neuron Structure

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 15 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 14, 2026 VCU's Aliza Ehrlich receives $3 million to study link between opioids and unexplored neuron structure Ehrlich hopes to learn how the antenna-like compartment influences our response to opioids, including its role in building dependence or tolerance. By Madeline Reinsel A new five-year, $3 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse will fund Aliza Ehrlich, Ph.D., as more

Virginia Tech: Chatting With AI to Combat Online Grooming

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 15 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Chatting with AI to combat online grooming Researchers created a chatbot that gradually advances the interactions from innocent to predatory, giving teens first-hand experience of cybergrooming tactics without the risk of actual harm. By Kim Norris 14 Sep 2026 Virginia Tech researchers are developing virtual tools to help teens protect themselves against cybergrooming. Using survey data from parent more

Visit Greater Palm Springs Deepens Its Engagement with IGLTA as a Global Partner

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Sept. 14 [Category: Travel] -- The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association posted the following news release: * * * Visit Greater Palm Springs Deepens Its Engagement with IGLTA as a Global Partner * First destination organization in California to become a Gold-level partner Expanded commitment builds on Greater Palm Springs' longstanding leadership in LGBTQ+ travel PALM SPRINGS, California (14 September 2026) -Visit Greater Palm Springs, the official destination m more

Wildlife Society: Managing Ducks an Ocean Apart

BETHESDA, Maryland, Sept. 15 -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news: * * * Managing ducks an ocean apart Waterfowl conservation and management looks different in Europe and North America September 15, 2026 - Although there are similar species across both continents, European and North American strategies for waterfowl management are vastly different. A new paper published in Wildlife Society Bulletin points to cultural and geopolitical fac more

William J. Edwards to Be Honored With the 2026 ABA Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news: * * * William J. Edwards to be honored with the 2026 ABA Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights WASHINGTON, September 14, 2026 -- The American Bar Association Commission on Disability Rights will honor Los Angeles attorney William ("Billy") J. Edwards with the Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights for his lifelong commitment and advocacy to advancing the rights, dignity and access to justice for pe more

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