Sunday - October 4, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois

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2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team contributes 12,000 service hours to strengthen communities
NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team contributes 12,000 service hours to strengthen communities * Key takeaways: * Allstate and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) named 22 college football players and one honorary coach to the 2026 Good Works Team, one of the sport's most prestigious honors for leadership in community service,   more
A Temporary Reprieve for Hemp-THC Products... But what now?
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Foley Hoag, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * A Temporary Reprieve for Hemp-THC Products... But what now? * On September 2, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a short-term government funding bill (H.R. 6500, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027) that pushes back the scheduled federal restrictions on hemp-derived THC products from November 12 to December 11, 2026. Although this was welcome news for stake  more
AAR to announce first quarter fiscal year 2027 results on September 29, 2026
WOOD DALE, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizAerospace] -- AAR, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, posted the following news release: * * * AAR to announce first quarter fiscal year 2027 results on September 29, 2026 * Wood Dale, Illinois -AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), the leading parts, repair, and software platform in the aviation aftermarket, today announced that it will release financial results for its first quarter of fiscal year 2027, ended August 31, 2026  more
AASL Commends Washington State Library and the Northwest Council for Computer Education
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * AASL Commends Washington State Library and the Northwest Council for Computer Education * CHICAGO - Acting upon resolutions submitted by the Washington Library Association School Library Division (WLA-ScLD), the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends the Washington State Library for sustained support of school librarians through accessible  more
AFP's Brian Costin Challenges District 214's Ethics Finding on Taxpayer-Funded Referendum Polling
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 15 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP's Brian Costin Challenges District 214's Ethics Finding on Taxpayer-Funded Referendum Polling * ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL -Today, Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) deputy state director Brian Costin filed objections to Township High School District 214's September 3 investigative report concerning two taxpayer-funded telephone surveys connected to the District'  more
AG Nessel Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 15 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule (PDF), which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of Homeland Security (DHS  more
Allstate announces preferred dividends payable Oct. 15, 2026
NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Allstate announces preferred dividends payable Oct. 15, 2026 * NORTHBROOK, Ill., Sept. 15, 2026 - The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) declared approximately $29.3 million in aggregate dividends on three series of preferred stock for the dividend period from July 15, 2026, through Oct. 14, 2026. All the preferred dividends are payable in cas  more
AMA and Atalan launch collaboration to advance physician retention research
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA and Atalan launch collaboration to advance physician retention research * CHICAGO -The American Medical Association (AMA) and Atalan today announced a new research collaboration focused on advancing understanding of the factors that influence physician retention across U.S. health systems. The two organizations have agreed to combine resources and launch the PROGR  more
Amazon Teamsters Rally in Support of Chicago Delivery Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * Amazon Teamsters Rally in Support of Chicago Delivery Protection Act * (CHICAGO) - Today, Amazon Teamsters and their allies rallied outside of Chicago City Hall to demand the Chicago City Council schedule a vote on the Delivery Protection Act before a Subject Matter Hearing between the License and Consumer Protection & Workforce Development committees. Introduced by   more
American Bankers Association, 79 Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Leaders Thune, Schumer
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Financial Services] (TNSletter) -- The American Bankers Association issued the following letter with 79 co-signers to Senate leaders John Thune and Charles Schumer: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 10, 2026 The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 - The Honorable Charles Schumer Minority Leader United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 - RE: Amend the Clarity Act to Preserve Local Lending   more
American Medical Association, 50 Organizations Issue Letter to Reps. Joyce, Murphy, Schrier
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- The American Medical Association issued the following letter with 50 organizations to Reps. John Joyce, R-Pennsylvania, Gregory Murphy, R-North Carolina, and Kim Schrier, D-Washington: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 14, 2026 The Honorable John Joyce, MD U.S. House of Representatives 2102 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 - The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD U.S. House of Representatives 407 Cannon House Office Bu  more
Associate Dean Daryl Lim discusses law firm AI strategy with Bloomberg Law
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Associate Dean Daryl Lim discusses law firm AI strategy with Bloomberg Law * CARLISLE, PA-Daryl Lim, H. Laddie Montague Jr. Chair in Law and associate dean for research and strategic partnerships at Penn State Dickinson Law, was featured in a Bloomberg Law article examining Latham & Watkins' investment in its own artificial intelligence (AI) computing infrastructure. You  more
Attorney General Ford Co-Leads Coalition to Secure Yet Another Win in USPS Election Rule Case, Supreme Court Decision Ensures USPS Will Not Disrupt 2026 Voting by Mail
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Sept. 14 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Co-Leads Coalition to Secure Yet Another Win in USPS Election Rule Case, Supreme Court Decision Ensures USPS Will Not Disrupt 2026 Voting by Mail * Carson City, NV - Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced the Supreme Court has blocked a new rule by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that would have undermined vote-by-mail systems ahead  more
Bluefield State Names Keith Sigmon Director of Mining Engineering Technology Program
BLUEFIELD, West Virginia, Sept. 15 -- Bluefield State University posted the following news: * * * Bluefield State Names Keith Sigmon Director of Mining Engineering Technology Program * Bluefield State University has named alumnus and longtime mining industry leader Keith Sigmon director of its Mining Engineering Technology program. Sigmon will also serve as an assistant professor. A 1993 graduate of Bluefield State's Mining Engineering Technology program, Sigmon returns to the University wi  more
Boeing, Korean Air Announce Record 103-Airplane Order
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Boeing, an aerospace company and a manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems, posted the following news release: * * * Boeing, Korean Air Announce Record 103-Airplane Order * SEOUL, Sept. 16, 2026 -Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Korean Air today announced the airline finalized its order for 103 jets across Boeing's widebody and single-aisle airplane family. The order-comprising 20 777-9, 25 787-10, 50 737-10, and eight 777-8 Freighter   more
Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series * Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced a major expansion of its renowned imagePROGRAF TX and TM lines. The launch introduces 12 new devices designed for architecture, engineering, construction, retail, education and other light graphics applications, including seven new fiv  more
CCRKBA FILES AMICUS IN SCOTUS OUT-OF-STATE CARRY PERMIT CASE
BELLEVUE, Washington, Sept. 15 [Category: Political] -- The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms issued the following news release: * * * CCRKBA FILES AMICUS IN SCOTUS OUT-OF-STATE CARRY PERMIT CASE * BELLEVUE, WA - - The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to affirm that the right to bear arms does not disappear when a law-abiding citizen crosses a state line. After CCRKBA's amicus brief in Viramontes v. Cook County (Ill  more
Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Health Subcommittee Hearing to Address Medicare Provider Payment Challenges and Bolster Cybersecurity in American Health Care
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Health Subcommittee Hearing to Address Medicare Provider Payment Challenges and Bolster Cybersecurity in American Health Care Sep 15, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, delivered the following opening statement at tod  more
Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Hearing on Affordable Nuclear Energy to Power America
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Hearing on Affordable Nuclear Energy to Power America Sep 15, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, delivered the following opening statement at today's hearing to discuss America's nuclear fuel policy in support of   more
Chicago Roadmap 2.0 Named Top 100 Finalist for Chicago Innovation Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Chicago Roadmap 2.0 Named Top 100 Finalist for Chicago Innovation Awards * Chicago Roadmap 2.0, a partnership between City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago Public Schools (CPS), and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), has been named one of the Top 100 Finalists for the 25th annual Chicago Innovation Awards. Chicago Roadmap 2.0 was selected from 356 nominees from a variety of organizations and industri  more
Chicago Sports Summit Celebrates 10 Years Supporting Orthopedic Research at Rush
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Rush University Medical Center posted the following news: * * * Chicago Sports Summit Celebrates 10 Years Supporting Orthopedic Research at Rush * The Chicago Sports Summit is on a 10-year winning streak. For the past decade, the annual event has generated conversations about the biggest trends in sports while supporting orthopedic research at Rush. The 10th annual summit, hosted by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, will gather leading voices in the sports industr  more
Circana Enhances Unify+ With AI-Powered Analysis Builder for Faster, More Intuitive Reporting
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release: * * * Circana Enhances Unify+ with AI-Powered Analysis Builder for Faster, More Intuitive Reporting Redesigned authoring experience in the Unify+ solution generates presentation-ready charts and written insight summaries, with export to   more
Cole Companion Legislation Supporting the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Passes the U.S. House of Representatives and Heads to the White House
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * Cole Companion Legislation Supporting the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Passes the U.S. House of Representatives and Heads to the White House * | CONTACT: Olivia Porcaro(link sends email) 202-225-6165 Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after S. 550, the Senate companion legislation to his bill, H.R. 2827, passed the United States House of Representatives and n  more
COUGARFEST to Light Up SIUE Homecoming Weekend with Route 66-Themed Drone Show
EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * COUGARFEST to Light Up SIUE Homecoming Weekend with Route 66-Themed Drone Show * Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will kick off its 2026 Homecoming & Family Weekend with COUGARFEST: Rock the Quad!, featuring a new Route 66-themed drone show-a first for the City of Edwardsville. COUGARFEST will take place from 7-10 p.m. on Friday, September 25 on the Stratton Quad. T  more
Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $66 Million for Illinois Airport Improvements
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Durbin Announce More Than $66 Million for Illinois Airport Improvements * September 15, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced a total of $66,345,494 in federal funding for infrastructure improvements at various airports across the state. This funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation'  more
Duke Researchers Join $30M Project to Uncover Hidden Layers in the Human Genome
DURHAM, North Carolina, Sept. 16 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Duke Researchers Join $30M Project to Uncover Hidden Layers in the Human Genome 9/15/26 Five-year, National Science Foundation "GENIE" Science and Technology Center will work to understand how the genome's 3D structure helps cells establish their identities, remember past experiences and respond to their environments. The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded $30 mil  more
Durbin Grills Director Patel On Record Of Failed Leadership At FBI In Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Grills Director Patel On Record Of Failed Leadership At FBI In Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing * #During the hearing, Director Patel deflected Durbin's questions by denying that federal agents shot Chicagoan Marimar Martinez; refusing to comment on whether there are investigations into fraud perpetrated by Trump Admin officials; and misrepresenting the change in FBI hiring  more
Durbin Grills Director Patel on Record of Failed Leadership at FBI in Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.15.2026 Durbin Grills Director Patel On Record Of Failed Leadership At FBI In Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing During the hearing, Director Patel deflected Durbin's questions by denying that federal agents shot Chicagoan Marimar Martinez; refusing to comment on whether there are investigations into fraud perpetrated by Trump Adm  more
Durbin, Senate Judiciary Democrats Scrutinize Director Patel's Decision To Gut FBI's Hiring Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.14.2026 Durbin, Senate Judiciary Democrats Scrutinize Director Patel's Decision To Gut FBI'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 l  more
Eighteen students selected as 2026-27 University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholars
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Eighteen students selected as 2026-27 University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholars * Eighteen rising leaders have been selected to the newest cohort of the University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholars Program, which was announced Sept. 15. Drawn from communities around the world and across Chicago, this year's cohort includes students from the Booth School of Business, the Harris School of Public  more
From classroom to career: Curiosity, teamwork, resilience fuel internship success
DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * From classroom to career: Curiosity, teamwork, resilience fuel internship success * For many NIU students, there's an obvious goal for the upcoming job, internship and career fairs occurring throughout the campus at the end of September: securing a role with a company. But then what? The same traits that are pivotal in landing a position are crucial in making the most of your internship experience:   more
Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort to Debut a Fully All-Inclusive Experience Inspired by the Brand's Signature Spirit of Grand Hospitality
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort to Debut a Fully All-Inclusive Experience Inspired by the Brand's Signature Spirit of Grand Hospitality * The 500-room beachfront resort is set to open in December and will mark the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Cancun and invite guests to fully immerse themselves in Puerto Cancun - one of the destination's most anticipated new   more
Grant Thornton wins Brandon Hall Group Gold HCM Excellence Award for compliance training excellence
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Grant Thornton, a provider of audit, tax and advisory services, posted the following news release: * * * Grant Thornton wins Brandon Hall Group(tm) Gold HCM Excellence Award(r) for compliance training excellence * CHICAGO -Grant Thornton has earned a Gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award in the Best Compliance Training category for its Annual Compliance Season Training Suite, an innovative learning program that helps strengthen   more
How will Colorado River cuts affect housing prices? A Loyola expert explains
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: * * * How will Colorado River cuts affect housing prices? A Loyola expert explains * What's the best way to curb water use in households and businesses served by the Colorado River? Benjamin Edelstein, an assistant professor of economics in the Quinlan School of Business, suggests it's by letting the market do what the market does best. "As an economist, I believe, deep down, you can put a value   more
Ill. Gov. Pritzker Announces More Than $20 Million to Train Illinois' Next Generation of Manufacturers
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * Gov. Pritzker Announces More Than $20 Million to Train Illinois' Next Generation of Manufacturers Five new academies will expand access to advanced manufacturing training at downstate community colleges and strengthen Illinois' workforce pipeline - CHICAGO - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced mor  more
Infectious Diseases Society Urges CMS to Protect Specialty Payment and Practice Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Sept. 9, 2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverag  more
Krishnamoorthi and Cloud Introduce Bipartisan No FLOCK Act to Crack Down on Abuse of License Plate Readers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi and Cloud Introduce Bipartisan No FLOCK Act to Crack Down on Abuse of License Plate Readers * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Congressman Michael Cloud (R-TX) have introduced the bipartisan No FLOCK Act (No Federal License-Plate Observation and Camera Keeping Act), legislation to crack down on abuses of automated license plate reader systems, including   more
Krishnamoorthi Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Trump's USPS Voter Suppression Scheme
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Trump's USPS Voter Suppression Scheme * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court rejected the Trump Administration's latest attempt to enforce new U.S. Postal Service restrictions on mail ballots, leaving in place a federal court order blocking the policy ahead of the Novem  more
Krishnamoorthi, Thanedar, Subramanyam, Jayapal, Bera Blast Trump DHS for Targeting Sikh Identity in Anti-Immigrant Post
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi, Thanedar, Subramanyam, Jayapal, Bera Blast Trump DHS for Targeting Sikh Identity in Anti-Immigrant Post * WASHINGTON -Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), and Ami Bera (D-CA) today blasted the Trump Department of Homeland Security for using Sikh identity to portray a dangerous, unwanted foreigner   more
Loyola Counseling Psychology program earns national recognition for community commitment
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: * * * Loyola Counseling Psychology program earns national recognition for community commitment * Loyola University Chicago's Counseling Psychology PhD program has received the 2026 Outstanding Training Program Award for Excellence in Belonging and Community Engagement from the Council of Counseling Psychology Training Programs (CCPTP), recognizing the program's commitment to preparing psychologist  more
Luck Stone Builds on Autonomous Hauling Success With Caterpillar
PEORIA, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- Caterpillar Inc., a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Luck Stone Builds on Autonomous Hauling Success with Caterpillar * More than 3.5 million tons hauled autonomously in 18-month pilot drives expansion to two additional Luck Stone quarries to enhance safety, consistency and new opportunities for associates. * Quarry automation gains momentum with first-ever deployment of autonomous haulage solution on a   more
Martina Steed, Ph.D., CRNA, Named Director of UAMS College of Nursing's Nurse Anesthesia Program
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 16 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * Martina Steed, Ph.D., CRNA, Named Director of UAMS College of Nursing's Nurse Anesthesia Program Sept. 15, 2026 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing named Martina Steed, Ph.D., CRNA, as the next director of its Nurse Anesthesia Program. Steed, an assistant professor in the College of Nursing, had served as interim director since Ja  more
Millikin Recognizes Sam Bushur and Delaney Higgins With 2026 Lindsay Medallion Awards
DECATUR, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Millikin University posted the following news: * * * Millikin Recognizes Sam Bushur and Delaney Higgins With 2026 Lindsay Medallion Awards * Decatur, Ill. -Millikin University graduates Delaney Higgins '26 and Sam Bushur '26 were recognized for their accomplishments as exemplary student-athletes during their time with the Big Blue, receiving the 2026 Lindsay Medallion Awards on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. The two joined an elite group of individuals; only 51 stud  more
N.Y. A.G. James, Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Warren
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following letter with co-signers to Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 14, 2026 The Honorable Tim Scott (R-SC) Chairman U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Washington, DC 20515 - The Honorable Elizabeth   more
National Equity Fund: Milestone Transaction for Investment Tax Credits Will Reduce Burden of Utility Costs for Residents Across 33 Communities in California
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- National Equity Fund, a nonprofit financial intermediary that helps expand housing by providing financing and investment solutions for affordable developments and community projects, issued the following news: * * * Milestone Transaction for Investment Tax Credits will Reduce Burden of Utility Costs for Residents Across 33 Communities in California September 16, 2026 NEF continues to find innovative ways to bridge capital gaps that often challenge the affordabl  more
NIOSH Announces 2026 Prevention through Design Award at NSC Congress & Expo
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NIOSH Announces 2026 Prevention through Design Award at NSC Congress & Expo * INDIANAPOLIS - The sixth annual Prevention through Design (PtD) Award was presented to Square Robot, Inc., a Massachusetts-based company that specializes in robotic tank inspection services, for its excellence in eliminating hazards through innovative safety design. The PtD Award was presented at th  more
Northern Trust Survey: Asset Managers Sharpen Focus on Core Capabilities to Drive Growth
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Survey: Asset Managers Sharpen Focus on Core Capabilities to Drive Growth * Asset Servicing News | September 15, 2026 # Global Survey Reveals Increased Outsourcing, Heightened Cost Discipline, and Broader Adoption of AI As Asset Managers Refine Their Growth Strategies CHICAGO - Global asset managers are concen  more
Northwestern University: EPA Rolls Back Pollution Protections - Legal, Climate, Regulation and Health Experts Share Insights
EVANSTON, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * EPA rolls back pollution protections: Legal, climate, regulation and health experts share insights Decision 'will work directly against society's best interests' Release Date: September 15, 2026 EVANSTON, Ill. -- As the Trump administration removes pollution limits on U.S. power plants, Northwestern University environmental law, climate, business, air quality and lung health experts are availabl  more
NSC Announces Winners of the 2026 Green Cross for Safety Awards
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Announces Winners of the 2026 Green Cross for Safety Awards * INDIANAPOLIS - The National Safety Council announced the recipients of the 2026 Green Cross for Safety(r) Awards. Winners were celebrated during the 27th annual Green Cross Celebration, presented by U. S. Steel, in three categories: safety advocacy, safety excellence and safety innovation. Nine finalists for t  more
NSC Celebrates Outstanding Contributions to Safety
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Celebrates Outstanding Contributions to Safety * INDIANAPOLIS - The National Safety Council celebrated the recipients of multiple safety awards during the NSC Awards Recognition at the 2026 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. The following awards were presented: Joseph M. Kaplan Safe Driver of the Year These professional drivers were recognized for their safe driving record,   more
NSC Honors 25 Organizations with Industry Leader Awards
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Honors 25 Organizations with Industry Leader Awards * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Safety Council presented 25 organizations with 2026 Industry Leader Awards for outstanding safety performance within their industries. The Industry Leader Awards are part of the NSC Occupational Awards Program, which recognizes the exceptional safety achievements of NSC members. Award r  more
NSC Presents Inaugural Dotson Safety Leadership Award
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Presents Inaugural Dotson Safety Leadership Award * INDIANAPOLIS -The National Safety Council has announced the recipient of the Dotson Safety Leadership Award, honoring a mid-career safety professional for their exceptional leadership in advancing workplace safety. Wyatt Bradbury is a principal of health and safety at Avetta and adjunct professor at the University of A  more
OSHA Reveals Top 10 Workplace Safety Violations for 2026
ITASCA, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * OSHA Reveals Top 10 Workplace Safety Violations for 2026 * INDIANAPOLIS - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced its most frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2026, highlighting hazards that continue to put workers at risk across industries. The annual Top 10 list was unveiled during the 2026 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the   more
PCAOB Announces New Audit Practitioner Fellows
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: Accounting] -- The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board posted the following news release: * * * PCAOB Announces New Audit Practitioner Fellows * The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) today announced that Addison (Addi) Scott and Zian Xi have been named as the two Audit Practitioner Fellows, as part of the recently launched Audit Practitioner Fellowship Program within the PCAOB's Office of the Chief Auditor. Effective immediately, Ms. Scot  more
PE emissions rival major countries amid data center boom
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * PE emissions rival major countries amid data center boom * Private equity firms' emissions rank fifth globally, new analysis finds Most comprehensive scorecard to date maps more than 1,050 fossil fuel assets and finds oil and gas funds lost money after inflation New York, NY -The energy portfolios of 20 major private equity firms produce an estimated 1.5 gigatons of g  more
RLC Marketing Team, JS Creative Tapped for Great Lakes/Ontario Regional Award
INA, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news: * * * RLC marketing team, JS Creative tapped for Great Lakes/Ontario regional award September 15, 2026 INA, Ill. (Sept. 15, 2026) -- Rend Lake College's marketing team, along with Southern Illinois-based video production company JS Creative, has been selected as a finalist for a Medallion Award from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations. The award in Television/Video Paid Advertisement could be a gold,  more
RSM Marks 20th Consecutive Year on Seramount's Best Companies List with Top 10 Ranking
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release: * * * RSM Marks 20th Consecutive Year on Seramount's Best Companies List with Top 10 Ranking * As RSM celebrates its centennial, the recognition underscores the firm's long-standing commitment to investing in people and a culture where they can thrive. CHICAGO - (Sept. 15, 2026) - RSM US LLP ("RSM") - the leading provider of consulting, tax an  more
Rush Receives $13.5 Million Gift to Advance Health Equity Mission
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- Rush University issued the following news: * * * Rush Receives $13.5 Million Gift to Advance Health Equity Mission September 14, 2026 For one anonymous donor, Rush's health equity mission isn't an abstract idea -- it's transforming people's lives. Encouraged by the meaningful difference their past giving has made, the donor wanted to do more. Now they've made a new $13.5 million gift to Rush University System for Health that will help West Side community memb  more
Saint Louis University, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Receive $2.15 Million Award as Part of Regional Pediatric Prevention Network
HILLSBORO, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- St. Louis University issued the following news: * * * Saint Louis University, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Receive $2.15 Million Award as Part of Regional Pediatric Prevention Network By Jay Veteto 09/15/2026 The sub-grant is part of more than $22.5 million awarded annually in continued funding through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis University and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Ho  more
SCHNEIDER-LED HEALTH CARE BILLS ADVANCE IN HOUSE ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER-LED HEALTH CARE BILLS ADVANCE IN HOUSE ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee considered two bipartisan bills led by Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10), the KIDNEY Remote Monitoring Act and the Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act. The Energy and Commerce Committee is actively working to advance these bills to   more
SEMO, Prairie Farms Establish Corporate Partnership
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- Southeast Missouri State University issued the following news: * * * September 15, 2026 SEMO, Prairie Farms Establish Corporate Partnership When employees have the opportunity to grow, businesses and communities grow with them. That's the purpose behind a new corporate partnership between Southeast Missouri State University and Prairie Farms Family of Companies to make higher education more accessible and create pathways for employees and their families  more
Senate Judiciary Ranking Member Durbin Slams Kash Patel as 'Least Qualified, Most Partisan' FBI Director Candidate in History
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.15.2026 "Kash Patel Is The Least Qualified And Most Partisan FBI Director In Our Nation's History," Durbin Says In Opening Statement In Senate Judiciary Committee FBI Oversight Hearing In his opening statement, Durbin criticized Director Patel's failed leadership, citing his weaponization of the FBI, his involvement in covering up the Epste  more
Sens. Gillibrand And Welch, Rep. Schneider Introduce Bill To Repeal And Refund President Trump's Canadian Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Gillibrand And Welch, Rep. Schneider Introduce Bill To Repeal And Refund President Trump's Canadian Tariffs * **WATCH: Gillibrand Discusses the BAD DEAL Act on CNN** Today, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Peter Welch (D-VT) formally introduced the Banning Antiquated Duties and Delivering Equitable American Levies (BAD DEAL) Act to repeal all tariffs levied under Section 33  more
Sidley Represents American Healthcare REIT in US$819 Million Common Stock Offering
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 14 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents American Healthcare REIT in US$819 Million Common Stock Offering * Sidley represented American Healthcare REIT, Inc. (AHR), a publicly registered healthcare REIT, in AHR's US$819 million forward public offering of 15,237,500 shares of common stock, which includes 1,987,500 shares issued pursuant to the underwriter's full exercise of its option to purch  more
Sidley Represents Thompson Street Capital Partners and Portfolio Company Allyant in Acquisition of Braille Works
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Thompson Street Capital Partners and Portfolio Company Allyant in Acquisition of Braille Works * Sidley represented Thompson Street Capital Partners and its portfolio company Allyant in its acquisition of Braille Works, a provider of accessible alternative format communications, including braille, large print, audio, and accessible PDFs. The acquisitio  more
SIUE Faculty and Staff Give Neighborly Welcome to New Residents
EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE Faculty and Staff Give Neighborly Welcome to New Residents * On Tuesday, September 8, faculty and staff members from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville visited first year residents in Bluff, Prairie, Woodland Halls and Cougar Village Apartments during the annual House Calls event. House Calls is designed to engage first year students in conversation with faculty a  more
Society of Professional Journalists, 133 News Organizations Issue Letter to Calif. Gov. Newsom
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following letter 133 news organizations to Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California: Here is the text of the letter: September 9, 2026 The Honorable Gavin Newsom Governor of California 1021 O Street, Suite 9000 Sacramento, CA 95814 RE: Support for Assemblymember Christopher M. Ward's Community NEWS Act (AB 2222) Dear Governor Newsom: We write to respectfully recommend enacting Assembly Bill 2222, a  more
Supplier Showcase focus: Modernizing safety I&C
LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Sept. 14 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Supplier Showcase focus: Modernizing safety I&C * The American Nuclear Society is hosting a Supplier Showcase webinar, "Modernizing Safety I&C: Practical Strategies and a Path Forward for Analog and Digital Systems," on Wednesday, September 16, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. CDT. The webinar is free for all viewers and requires registration. Details: "Modernizing Safety I&C" will fe  more
UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The University of Chicago Medicine posted the following news release: * * * UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report * UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital has been nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals rankings, announced today, up from three specialties last year. Comer Children's remained No. 2 in   more
UI Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital ranked No. 1 in Iowa in 2026-27 'US News & World Report' rankings
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 15 -- The University of Iowa posted the following health care news: * * * UI Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital ranked No. 1 in Iowa in 2026-27 'US News & World Report' rankings * University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital is once again ranked the state's No. 1 children's hospital with seven specialties ranked in the country's top 50 in the 2026-27 "Best Children's Hospitals" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report. The "Best Chil  more
UIS invites alumni to celebrate 2026 award recipients at Alumni Gala
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus posted the following news: * * * UIS invites alumni to celebrate 2026 award recipients at Alumni Gala * The University of Illinois Springfield will welcome alumni and friends back to campus for the 2026 UIS Alumni Gala, "A Night Among the Stars," from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in the UIS Student Union Ballroom. The annual celebration will bring together Prairie Stars for an evening of dinner, drinks,  more
VA IG: Inspection of Information Security at the Lovell Federal Healthcare System in Illinois
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following report (No. 25-04267-174) entitled "Inspection of Information Security at the Lovell Federal Healthcare System in Illinois." Here are excerpts: * * * The VA Office of Inspector General's (OIG) information security inspection program assesses whether VA facilities are meeting federal security requirements related to three high-risk control areas: configuration management, security management, and acce  more
Va. A.G. Jones Stops Trump Administration's Illegal USPS Mail Voting Rule
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jones Stops Trump Administration's Illegal USPS Mail Voting Rule Supreme Court rules in favor of coalition, blocking chaotic and burdensome requirements on Virginia's vote-by-mail systems ahead of 2026 midterms - RICHMOND, Va. - Attorney General Jay Jones and a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the Governor of Pennsylvania won in the Supreme Court, following t  more
Washington & Lee University: Art Goldsmith to Deliver 2026 Provost's Lecture
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Art Goldsmith to Deliver 2026 Provost's Lecture The annual address that celebrates W&L faculty excellence in scholarship and teaching will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 24 in University Chapel. By Brian Laubscher September 15, 2026 Art Goldsmith, the Jackson T. Stephens Professor of Economics at Washington and Lee University, will deliver the 2026 Provost's Lecture, titled "Reimagining Employmen  more
Washington & Lee University: Office of Community-Based Learning Announces 2026-27 Faculty Collaborative
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Office of Community-Based Learning Announces 2026-27 Faculty Collaborative This year's collaborative includes 16 faculty members representing a variety of disciplines. By Brian Laubscher September 15, 2026 The Office of Community-Based Learning (CBL) at Washington and Lee University has announced the members of its fifth CBL Faculty Collaborative, who will receive training and work with students  more
WIU Establishes Office of Strategy and Institutional Effectiveness
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Establishes Office of Strategy and Institutional Effectiveness * MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University has established the Office of Strategy and Institutional Effectiveness (OSIE), bringing together institutional strategy, research and data, accreditation, assessment, external accountability and institutional effectiveness. Amy Patrick Mossman, Ph.D., has been named executive director  more
WIU Officially Opens Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Officially Opens Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts * The Macomb community celebrated the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts. [Download Print-Quality Image] Mick Cumbie, Interim Director of the Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, addresses the crowd during the ribbon cutting ceremony. [Download Print-Quality Image] MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University celebrated the rib  more