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News Tipoffs - Georgia Editors

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$500,000 Gift from Dr. Audrey Morgan honors KSU Provost - Dr. Ivan Pulinkala
KENNESAW, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * $500,000 Gift from Dr. Audrey Morgan honors KSU Provost - Dr. Ivan Pulinkala * KENNESAW, Ga. | Sep 17, 2026 A transformative $500,000 gift from longtime Kennesaw State University philanthropist Dr. Audrey Morgan will establish the largest scholarship in KSU's Department of Dance in honor of its founder, Dr. Ivan Pulinkala. The endowment celebrates the leadership and legacy of Pulinkala, who ser  more
'Pass On Blessings': Women's Golf Receives Their First Endowed Scholarship from the Law Office of John B. Jackson
CARROLLTON, Georgia, Sept. 16 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * 'Pass On Blessings': Women's Golf Receives Their First Endowed Scholarship from the Law Office of John B. Jackson * The University of West Georgia's Women's Golf Team recently received their first endowed scholarship due to the generosity of the Law Office of John B. Jackson. Supporting the university is important to the Jackson family. John Jackson has been a hometown attorney in Carrollton for  more
A full-circle moment: Flight attendant joins her pilot father for his final Delta flight
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * A full-circle moment: Flight attendant joins her pilot father for his final Delta flight * When Captain Mark Cokewell pushed back from the gate for his final Delta flight on Sept. 5, it marked the culmination of more than four decades in commercial aviation. While it was the A350 captain's final flight for Delta, it was his first with daughter flight attendant Bethany Wish on the same crew.   more
A Window into the Hidden World of Immunity Inside Human Bone Marrow
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * A Window into the Hidden World of Immunity Inside Human Bone Marrow * For decades, immunologists have known that the body's most durable defenses depend on plasma cells, the antibody-producing cells responsible for long-term immune memory. Long after an infection has passed or a vaccine has been administered, these cells continue releasing protective antibodies, sometimes for decade  more
AARP Alaska Poll: Older Voters Will Be Influential in U.S. Senate, Gubernatorial and Congressional Races
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- AARP issued the following news release: * * * New AARP Alaska Poll: Older Voters Will be Influential in U.S. Senate, Gubernatorial and Congressional Races Older voters - including 50+ swing voters, who make up 15% of Alaska's electorate - are concentrated on rising prices for groceries, gasoline, and healthcare ahead of November's elections. September 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON - Today, AARP released new polling underscoring the outsized role that Alaska voters 50 and ol  more
ACF Awards $2.2 Million to Modernize Child Welfare Licensing Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families issued the following news release: * * * ACF Awards $2.2 Million to Modernize Child Welfare Licensing Infrastructure September 17, 2026 In an ongoing effort to advance A Home for Every Child and improve outcomes for children and families, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) today announced 14 child welfare jurisdictions will receive between $54,000 and $200,000 in   more
AETC achieves 1,500-pilot goal, validates modernized training model
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * AETC achieves 1,500-pilot goal, validates modernized training model * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - Just over a year after overhauling its flight training enterprise, the Air Force is on track to graduate 1,500 new pilots this fiscal year -validating a modernized model built with the speed and agility needed to meet rising global operational dem  more
AI Legal Review Says Millions Live Under Discriminatory Local Laws
STANFORD, California, Sept. 17 -- Stanford University Law School posted the following news: * * * AI Legal Review Says Millions Live Under Discriminatory Local Laws * (Originally published by The Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI on September 8, 2026.) In Michigan, it is against the law for a non-citizen of the U.S. to become a licensed private investigator. In Memphis, Tennessee, the board of education is still required to "provide and maintain separate schools for the use and accom  more
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: 50 Examples of Good News Arising From Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * 50 Examples of Good News Arising from Big Beautiful Bill's Full Business Expensing Provisions John Kartch 09/16/2026 In addition to across-the-board tax cuts for households, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025 provides full business expensing for American businesses. In their own words, U.S. employers describe the benefits of the expensing provisions in the bill: Rou  more
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: No Tax on Overtime Success Stories
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * No Tax on Overtime Success Stories Emma Coyne and John Kartch 09/16/2026 Americans for Tax Reform has compiled testimonials on the impact of the No Tax on Overtime provision successfully enacted by President Trump and House and Senate Republicans: "President Trump's working family's tax cuts has been a great help in our continued success, passed only with Republican votes. That law is delivering on both   more
Attorney General Bonta Joins Nationwide Bipartisan Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender, Returns $6.86 Million in Restitution and Debt Relief to Affected California Consumers
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 17 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Joins Nationwide Bipartisan Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender, Returns $6.86 Million in Restitution and Debt Relief to Affected California Consumers * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 40 attorneys general in announcing a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the nation's largest auto financ  more
Attorney General Griffin Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 17 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Griffin Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * #Griffin: 'I am pleased that this issue has been resolved and trust that CAC will no longer prey on vulnerable Arkansans' LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing a multistate settlement with Credit Acceptance Cor  more
Attorney General Hilgers Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 17 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hilgers Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Lincoln - Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced that Nebraska, along with the attorneys general for 40 other states, has entered into a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connecti  more
Attorney General James Secures $700 Million from Abusive Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $700 Million from Abusive Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * September 17, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured $700 million, including more than $630 million in debt relief for consumers, from Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), an auto lender that specializes in subprime loans to consumers with low  more
Attorney General James Secures Over $9 Million for New York from Abbott Laboratories for Manufacturing Potentially Unsafe Baby Formula
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures Over $9 Million for New York from Abbott Laboratories for Manufacturing Potentially Unsafe Baby Formula * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that baby formula manufacturer Abbott Laboratories (Abbott) will pay more than $384 million to states and the federal government, including more than $9.3 million to New York. Attor  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $694 Million Settlement Over Predatory Auto Loans
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 17 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $694 Million Settlement Over Predatory Auto Loans * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general reached a $694 million settlement over predatory lending practices with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the country's largest auto finance companies. The settlement includes about $7.5  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES $694 MILLION MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH SUBPRIME AUTO LENDER CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES $694 MILLION MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH SUBPRIME AUTO LENDER CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 41 states, secured a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers across the country in connection with their car l  more
Attorney General Rayfield Delivers Win for Oregon Drivers Trapped in Predatory Auto Loans
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 17 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Delivers Win for Oregon Drivers Trapped in Predatory Auto Loans * #Oregon and 40 other states part of $694M settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the nation's largest subprime auto lenders, that will deliver $694 million in cash and   more
Attorney General Tong Announces $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 17 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Announces $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today joined 40 other state attorneys general announcing a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) to direct $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connection with   more
Awards Presented at State of the 'Ville Address
MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- Millersville University posted the following news: * * * Awards Presented at State of the 'Ville Address * 2025-26 Educator of the Year Dr. Andrew Bland Professor, Department of Psychology Dr. Bland nurtures, mentors and inspires students as they prepare for graduate study and professional careers. He is an internationally recognized scholar in humanistic and existential psychology with an extensive record of publications and presentations. Bland  more
BuildX initiative set to help Ohio State student founders launch startups
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 17 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * BuildX initiative set to help Ohio State student founders launch startups * Ohio State President Ravi V. Bellamkonda announced detailed plans today for BuildX, an initiative designed to help student founders move through every stage of the startup process, from idea exploration to building a company and investor readiness. BuildX combines real-world startup practices, rapid experimentation and mentorship fro  more
Cancer biologists are bringing in the B cell reinforcements
LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 16 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: * * * Cancer biologists are bringing in the B cell reinforcements * * Highlights * Salk scientists find B cells can promote killer T cell function in a mouse model of an aggressive breast cancer, and that the antitumor benefit of CD40 agonist treatment depends on B cells * Study addresses the major gap in research around B cells that has limited their clinical potential * Fin  more
Civil society groups urge Carney government to stop threat to endangered orcas and environmental protections
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 17 [Category: Environment] -- Ecojustice issued the following news release: * * * Civil society groups urge Carney government to stop threat to endangered orcas and environmental protections * Coalition says the federal government can and must protect Canada's natural heritage, uphold Indigenous rights and ensure major projects serve the public interest. VANCOUVER/UNCEDED xwm@thkw@y@m (MUSQUEAM), Skwxwu7mesh (SQUAMISH), AND s@lilw@tal (TSLEIL-WAUTUTH) TERR  more
CNN'S HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU ANNOUNCES THIS WEEK'S GUESTS
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN'S HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU ANNOUNCES THIS WEEK'S GUESTS * September 17th, 2026 NEW EPISODE PREMIERES SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 AT 9PM ET ON CNN NEW YORK - (September 17, 2026) - Governor Abigail Spanberger and award-winning journalist Kara Swisher will join as guests on this week's episode of CNN's Have I Got News For You, the American version of the long-running UK comedy series. Produced by Hat Trick   more
College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Sept. 18 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty September 17, 2026 The College of Charleston is excited to introduce its new faculty members! The College of Charleston is proud to welcome its newest faculty members. With a diversity of expertise in a variety of disciplines, they come excited and ready to teach, mentor and inspire students across campus. Over the fall 2026 semester, The College T  more
Colombian Anthropologist to Visit VSU During Hispanic Heritage Month
VALDOSTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news: * * * September 17, 2026 Jessica Pope, Communications and Media Relations Coordinator Colombian Anthropologist to Visit VSU During Hispanic Heritage Month VALDOSTA -- Valdosta State University will welcome Colombian anthropologist, artist, writer, and researcher Camila Rodriguez-Calderon to campus for a special Hispanic Heritage Month presentation at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, in Odum Library. This event is  more
Colorado joins $694M nationwide settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 17 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Colorado joins $694M nationwide settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Sept. 17, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today that Colorado, along with 40 other states, has entered into a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connection with their car loans. CAC   more
Congressman Allen's Retire through Ownership Act Headed to President Trump's Desk
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Rick W. Allen, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Allen's Retire through Ownership Act Headed to President Trump's Desk * Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 2403, the Retire through Ownership Act. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) introduced the House version of this bill last year, which would provide legal and regulatory clarity in the formation of new Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). Following House passa  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Charbroil Bistro Pro Electric Grills
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Charbroil Bistro Pro Electric Grills Hazard: The grounding wire for the grill's heating element can disconnect and lose fault protection, posing an electric shock hazard. Remedy: Repair Recall Date: September 17, 2026 Units: About 10,605 (In addition, 342 were sold in Canada) Consumer Contact: Char-Broil toll-free at 866-671-7988 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT Monday through  more
Deluzio Secures Wins for Western PA in Biennial Water Resources Bill
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Deluzio Secures Wins for Western PA in Biennial Water Resources Bill * WASHINGTON, D.C. -This week, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) joined his colleagues to pass H.R. 9497, the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (otherwise known as WRDA) unanimously off the floor of the House of Representatives. This biennial, bipartisan legislation also passed out of the House Transportation and Infra  more
Democrats Who Win Battleground Districts Run as Problem Solvers, Not Manufactured Candidates, New PPI Report Finds
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 [Category: ThinkTank] (TNSrpt) -- The Progressive Policy Institute posted the following news release: * * * Democrats Who Win Battleground Districts Run as Problem Solvers, Not Manufactured Candidates, New PPI Report Finds * WASHINGTON (September 17, 2026) -Democrats who hold competitive, heavily working-class districts make up just 10% of state senators and 13% of state house members across the seven battleground states that decide presidential elections. Among 28 such   more
DOJ Sues Georgia Lab Executives for Defrauding Medicare by Targeting Faith-Based Communities and Seniors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * DOJ Sues Georgia Lab Executives for Defrauding Medicare by Targeting Faith-Based Communities and Seniors September 17, 2026 Today, the United States filed a complaint under the False Claims Act against laboratory executives Jay Johnson and Austin Whiles, alleging that they used their roles at Capstone Diagnostics, an Atlanta-based clinical laboratory, to orchestrate two testing schemes -- one targ  more
Donors transform vision into impact with record $23.6M fundraising year
COLUMBUS, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Columbus State University posted the following news: * * * Donors transform vision into impact with record $23.6M fundraising year * Columbus State University reached extraordinary new heights in Fiscal Year 2026, receiving $23,634,627 in total gifts, commitments and planned giving from its philanthropic partners. This record-breaking total marks a 29% increase (+$5.3 million) over FY25 and a remarkable 280% surge (+$17.5 million) over FY24-along with noteworth  more
Dr. You Ju Lee, Paul Warner and Loren Lee to Perform Collaborative Concert at UTF
TOCCOA FALLS, Georgia, Sept. 16 -- The University of Toccoa Falls posted the following news: * * * Dr. You Ju Lee, Paul Warner and Loren Lee to Perform Collaborative Concert at UTF * Toccoa Falls, Ga. (September 16, 2026) - University of Toccoa Falls' Music Department invites the community to its Collaborative Concert featuring acclaimed musicians Dr. You Ju Lee, piano; Paul Warner, cello; and Loren Lee, violin. On Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 7 pm, the Grace Alford Performing Arts Center w  more
Emory Launches Interactive Map Projecting Health, Economic Costs of Declining Vaccine Coverage
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 16 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Emory Launches Interactive Map Projecting Health, Economic Costs of Declining Vaccine Coverage * NOTE: This article was initially published February 11, 2026. It was updated to reflect three additional diseases added to VaxImpactMap. Researchers at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health have developed a new interactive tool that projects the disease and economi  more
Endowment Established in Memory of UGA Alumnus Buck Griffin
ATHENS, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Endowment established in memory of UGA alumnus Buck Griffin Sep 17, 2026 -- By Heidi Murphy Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp joined UGA leaders, Griffin's family to celebrate the new endowment Earlier this month, Georgia Gov. Brian P. Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp and University of Georgia President Jere W. Morehead gathered at the UGA School of Law to announce the establishment of an endowment pr  more
European Parliament: Key Points of EUDS' Findings, Recommendations
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 17 -- The European Parliament posted the following news release: * * * Key points of the EUDS' findings and recommendations 15-09-2026 On September 15, 2026, Parliament adopted a report on the findings of the special committee on the European Democracy Shield, including concrete recommendations on how the EU can do more to defend its democratic institutions and strengthen its existing toolbox. The EUDS special committee was launched in December 2024 and was tasked   more
FCC Issues Daily Digest for Sept. 17
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following Daily Digest (Vol. 45, No. 179) on Sept. 17, 2026: * * * THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE DATED AND RELEASED TODAY: PUBLIC NOTICES Released: 2026-09-17. EX PARTE PRESENTATIONS AND POST-REPLY COMMENT PERIOD FILING IN PERMIT-BUT-DISCLOSURE PROCEEDINGS RECEIVED ON 9-16-26. OMD. Contact: Kenneth Hill, 202-418-7521. DOC-425135A1.pdf (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-425135A1.pdf) DOC-425135A1.txt (https://docs.fc  more
FCC Public Safety & Homeland Security Bureau Issues Public Notice: Region 10 (Georgia) RPCs to Hold 700 MHZ, 800 MHZ Meetings
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Federal Communications Commission Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau issued the following public notice (PS Docket No. 23-237, WT Docket No. 02-378): * * * The Region 10 (Georgia)1 Regional Planning Committees (RPCs) will hold two consecutive planning meetings on November 13, 2026. Beginning at 10:00 am, the 700 MHz and 800 MHz RPCs will convene at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, 1000 Indian Springs Drive, Forsyth, Georgia, 31029. The agenda for   more
FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Comments Invited on Section 214 Applications to Discontinue Domestic Non-Dominant Carrier Telecommunications And/Or Interconnected VOIP Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (WC Docket Nos. 26-208, 26-211, 26-212, 26-241, 26-243): * * * Unless otherwise specified, the following procedures and dates apply to the application(s) (the Section 214 Discontinuance Application(s)) listed in the Appendix. The Wireline Competition Bureau (Bureau), upon initial review, has found the Section 214 Discontinuance Application(s) listed herein to be accep  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: CalPrivacy Warns Data Brokers About Incorrect Registration Info - 3 Steps for Businesses
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * CalPrivacy Warns Data Brokers About Incorrect Registration Info - 3 Steps for Businesses Sep 17, 2026 California state privacy officials recently issued a warning that data brokers that submit incorrect registration filings, even if not intentionally erroneous, will be on the hook for the same $200-per-day penalty as if they had failed to register in the first place. The September 3 enforcement adv  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: El Salvador TPS Gets a Last-Minute Reprieve - What Should Employers Do While Waiting for the Details?
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * El Salvador TPS Gets a Last-Minute Reprieve: What Should Employers Do While Waiting for the Details? Sep 17, 2026 Employers with Salvadoran workers relying on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) received some welcome news at the eleventh hour last week when US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the very day their designation was scheduled to expire that they will retain their prote  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Tip Pools and Unpaid Meal Periods - What New DOL Opinion Letters Could Mean For Retail and Hospitality Employers
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * Tip Pools and Unpaid Meal Periods: What New DOL Opinion Letters Could Mean For Retail and Hospitality Employers Sep 17, 2026 Can a shift supervisor who also tends bar share servers' tips? Does the time employees spend walking to a designated break area shorten their unpaid lunch enough to make it compensable? The Department of Labor's (DOL's) Wage and Hour Division answered both questions in opinio  more
Ga. Labor Dept.: State Sets New Records for Labor Force and Employment as Unemployment Falls to 3.2%
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- The Georgia Department of Labor issued the following news: * * * Georgia Sets New Records for Labor Force and Employment as Unemployment Falls to 3.2% September 17, 2026 The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia reached new all-time highs in both its labor force (5,490,319) and employment (5,314,822) in August, and that the state's unemployment rate declined to 3.2%. Georgia's unemployment rate is 0.9 percentage points below the national rate.  more
Genrette Named RFK Human Rights John Lewis Young Leaders Fellow
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Sept. 16 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * Genrette Named RFK Human Rights John Lewis Young Leaders Fellow * EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Sept. 16, 2026) - A senior at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been selected as a 2026-27 Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Human Rights' John Lewis Young Leaders (JLYL) program fellow. Aysha Makayla Genrette, of Newark, Delaware, is a Dowdy Scholar pur  more
Georgia State University: As AI Grows More Powerful, Can Humans Stay in Control?
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * As AI Grows More Powerful, Can Humans Stay in Control? September 17, 2026 ATLANTA -- Over the past week, a whistleblower at leading AI company Anthropic sounded the alarm on the threat that AI poses to humanity. While some prominent tech CEOs have responded by addressing these potential dangers and calling for government oversight and a development slowdown, other leading executives are pushing back. The  more
Governor Reeves Signs Shared Stewardship Agreement To Strengthen Mississippi Forests
JACKSON, Mississippi, Sept. 17 -- Gov. Tate Reeves, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Reeves Signs Shared Stewardship Agreement To Strengthen Mississippi Forests * JACKSON, Miss. - Governor Tate Reeves signed an updated Shared Stewardship Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), bringing together the State of Mississippi with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service   more
Home is Where the Heart Is: UWG Theatre Company Announces its 2026-2027 Season
CARROLLTON, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * Home is Where the Heart Is: UWG Theatre Company Announces its 2026-2027 Season * What does a home mean to you? Whether it's simply the place you live or the people you call family, home is a concept that we can all relate to, even as it evolves in our minds and hearts. The University of West Georgia Theatre Company presents heartwarming plays and musicals that explore what it means to be "home."  more
Hyundai Motor Group Opens HMG Tech Talent Forum 2026, Connecting Global Talent With Future Technology Vision
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 18 -- Hyundai Motor, an automotive manufacturer, issued the following news release: * * * Hyundai Motor Group Opens HMG Tech Talent Forum 2026, Connecting Global Talent with Future Technology Vision SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 17, 2026 - Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today opens the HMG Tech Talent Forum 2026 in Silicon Valley, bringing together global talent, industry experts and the Group's technology leaders to share insights on the future of mobility and emerging t  more
Introducing a Wine-Country Wonder: The Clayfield
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Introducing a Wine-Country Wonder: The Clayfield * Niagara-on-the-Lake's new boutique hotel joins The Unbound Collection by Hyatt CHICAGO (September 17, 2026) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening today, in the heart of Canadian wine country, of The Clayfield, a one-of-a-kind boutique wine-and-wellness hotel inspired by its setting in   more
Jim Curran to Receive the 2026 Sedgwick Memorial Medal for Distinguished Service in Public Health
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Jim Curran to Receive the 2026 Sedgwick Memorial Medal for Distinguished Service in Public Health * James W. Curran, MD, dean emeritus of Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, was selected to receive the American Public Health Association's (APHA) 2026 Sedgwick Memorial Medal for Distinguished Service in Public Health. "I am honored to receive the Sedgwick Me  more
Kirkland Represents Ares on Acquisition of Four-Community Student Housing Portfolio From SCHENK+
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Represents Ares on Acquisition of Four-Community Student Housing Portfolio From SCHENK+ * Kirkland & Ellis advised Ares Management in a transaction whereby Ares Real Estate funds, in partnership with The Scion Group, the world's largest owner of off-campus student housing, have acquired a four-community, 2,316-bed student housing portfolio from SCHENK+. Th  more
KSU associate professor honored with 2026 Georgia Civic Excellence Award
KENNESAW, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * KSU associate professor honored with 2026 Georgia Civic Excellence Award * KENNESAW, Ga. | Sep 17, 2026 For his efforts to strengthen and protect democracy, Kennesaw State University political science associate professor Eric Castater has been honored with a 2026 Georgia Civic Excellence Award from the Georgia Democracy Resilience Network. The award recognizes Georgia leaders who demonstrate e  more
Laser Strikes on Aircraft Continue to Drop But Are Still Too High
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Laser Strikes on Aircraft Continue to Drop But Are Still Too High * WASHINGTON \-For the third year in a row, reported laser strikes in the National Airspace System are down. Pilots reported 4,470 laser strikes to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2026 - a 24 percent decrease from this time last year. The FAA conducts outreach and training with lo  more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Natural Gas and Renewables Reach New Highs in 2024 U.S. Energy Flow Chart
LIVERMORE, California, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Natural gas and renewables reach new highs in 2024 U.S. energy flow chart Natural gas and renewable energy consumption reached record levels in the U.S. in 2024, while overall energy use increased modestly, according to the latest U.S. energy flow chart released by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Americans consumed 94.6 quadrillion British th  more
League and Credit Union Leaders Meet With White House Office of Management and Budget to Advance CDFI Priorities
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 18 -- The League of Credit Unions and Affiliates issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 The League and Credit Union Leaders Meet with White House Office of Management and Budget to Advance CDFI Priorities WASHINGTON, D.C. - The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates, alongside member credit union leaders, met with the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to advocate for the timely and predictable deployment of Community Development   more
Little Foot study points to major shift in how human ancestors moved
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Sept. 17 -- The University of the Witwatersrand posted the following news: * * * Little Foot study points to major shift in how human ancestors moved * Study suggests that a major change in how our ancestors moved through their environment took place between about three million and 1.8 million years ago. New research on the limb bones of the famous Little Foot skeleton from the Wits Sterkfontein Caves suggests that a major change in how our ancestors moved throug  more
Mackenzie Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Mackenzie Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market * Washington, D.C. -This week, Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), representing the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos, alongside Congressman Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Congressman Rick Allen (GA-12), Congresswoman Carol Miller (WV-01), and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06), introduced the bipartisan Net Effe  more
Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra's new season brings big productions, new faces
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra's new season brings big productions, new faces * MACON, Ga. -The Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra launches its sixth season this fall with four blockbuster concerts featuring world-renowned guest conductors, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musicians, rising stars from Mercer University's Robert McDuffie Center for Strings, and programs that are larger than life. The season opens Sept.   more
McBath, Thompson, Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Honoring Connie Clery
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Lucy McBath, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * McBath, Thompson, Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Honoring Connie Clery * Washington, DC-Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA) and GT Thompson (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to honor the life of Connie Clery during National Campus Safety Awareness Month. After Connie Clery's 19-year-old daughter Jeanne Clery was murdered on campus in 1986, Clery becam  more
Meet the SFU postdoctoral fellows advancing research across disciplines
BURNABY, British Columbia, Sept. 16 -- Simon Fraser University posted the following news: * * * Meet the SFU postdoctoral fellows advancing research across disciplines * Simon Fraser University's postdoctoral fellows are a driving force behind research and innovation, bringing valuable expertise and fresh perspectives to their fields. Their work advances scholarship across all faculties and disciplines, helping shape the future of research at SFU and beyond. From September 21 to 25, SFU joi  more
Mercer Law to host 9th annual Lauren Giddings 5K benefiting bar prep scholarships
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer Law to host 9th annual Lauren Giddings 5K benefiting bar prep scholarships * Mercer University School of Law's Association of Women Law Students will host the 9th annual Lauren Giddings 5K on Oct. 10, at Amerson River Park, 2551 North Pierce Drive in Macon. Registration begins at 10 a.m., and the race starts at 11 a.m. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to participate, and children and pets are   more
Mercer recognized among best in the country for building and fostering nonpartisan civic engagement
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer recognized among best in the country for building and fostering nonpartisan civic engagement * MACON, Ga. -Mercer University is one of 233 campuses to earn the 2026 Highly Established Action Plan seal for the 2026 election cycle from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. The seal recognizes higher education institutions with strong action plans to increase nonpartisan civic engagement by promoting civic   more
MSU Patterson Scholars implement Personal Reading Stylist outreach initiative in local schools
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Sept. 16 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU Patterson Scholars implement Personal Reading Stylist outreach initiative in local schools * Contact: Bethany Shipp STARKVILLE, Miss.-James Patterson Teacher Education Scholars in Mississippi State's College of Education are partnering with a local elementary school to implement a personalized literacy outreach initiative. Under the direction of Kristin Javorsky, Susan McLaren Brooks Endo  more
Music of the Spheres at YHC Planetarium in October
YOUNG HARRIS, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Young Harris College posted the following news: * * * Music of the Spheres at YHC Planetarium in October * By Steve Esser YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. -Mark your calendar for the perfect combination of music and stars in October as the O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium brings you "Music of the Spheres II: An Immersive Experience with Live Choral Music." Music of the Spheres II: An Immersive Experience with Live Choral Music * Friday, Oct. 16, 11:30 a.m. * Monday, Oct  more
NASDA Members Elect Washington State Agriculture Director Derek Sandison as 2026-2027 President
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Members Elect Washington State Agriculture Director Derek Sandison as 2026-2027 President * Press Release PORTLAND, Maine - During the 2026 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Annual Meeting, members elected their 2027 officers. Washington State Department of Agriculture Director Derek   more
New Calculator Helps Poultry Industry Rapidly Estimate HPAI Depopulation Resources
TUCKER, Georgia, Sept. 17 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release: * * * New Calculator Helps Poultry Industry Rapidly Estimate HPAI Depopulation Resources * When highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strikes a poultry operation, responding quickly and having the right resources available are critical to controlling the spread of disease. New research funded by USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation has produced a pract  more
OU School of Music earns All-Steinway designation
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Sept. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news: * * * OU School of Music earns All-Steinway designation * NORMAN, OKLA. - The University of Oklahoma School of Music has earned designation as an All-Steinway School, marking the culmination of a nearly 20-year effort to provide students and faculty with Steinway pianos throughout the school. The designation will be formally announced Sept. 24 during the School of Music's Musical Mosaic concert at Sharp Conc  more
Pilgrim's and Darling Ingredients Recipients of USPOULTRY 2026 Clean Water Awards for Outstanding Wastewater Management
TUCKER, Georgia, Sept. 17 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release: * * * Pilgrim's and Darling Ingredients Recipients of USPOULTRY 2026 Clean Water Awards for Outstanding Wastewater Management * The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Clean Water Award: Darling Ingredients Inc., in Fayetteville, N.C. and Pilgrim's in Mayfield, Ky. This annual award honors poultry fac  more
Previously Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of a Firearm
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Previously Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of a Firearm * WASHINGTON - Isaiah Pushia-Keith, 26, a previously convicted felon residing in the District of Columbia, pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court to unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. Pushia-Keith pleaded guilty before Judge Re  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Slams Jena Griswold With New Ad, Backs Michael Allen
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Slams Jena Griswold With New Ad, Backs Michael Allen * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group, Safer Colorado Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Colorado. "Michael Allen is the proven, results-driven prosecutor Colo  more
Researchers in various studies looking for participants
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Sept. 16 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Researchers in various studies looking for participants * Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. #Speech motor control study for stuttering research Researchers at Purdue are currently recruiting adults who stutter for paid studies on speech movements. Participants will be asked to speak into a microphone and/or wear an electrode cap or motion tracking   more
Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock Delivering $12 Million in Federal Funds to Support Tybee Island Beach Renourishment Project
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Ossoff, Rev. Warnock Delivering $12 Million in Federal Funds to Support Tybee Island Beach Renourishment Project * In 2022, Sens. Ossoff and Rev. Warnock passed into law their "Tybee Island Storm Risk Management Act" to support ongoing renourishment & storm risk management projects In March, Sen. Ossoff and Rev. Warnock, in separate letters, urged the Army Corps to allocate Federal funding for  more
Sens. Schiff, Wyden Press Flock CEO for Answers on Troubling Abuse of Technology Amid Surveillance Network Concerns, Push to Protect American's Privacy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Schiff, Wyden Press Flock CEO for Answers on Troubling Abuse of Technology Amid Surveillance Network Concerns, Push to Protect American's Privacy * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee, are pressing for information regarding allegations of abuse of Flock's s  more
Simple Tree Training Technique for Peaches
ATHENS, Georgia, Sept. 16 -- The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences posted the following news: * * * Simple Tree Training Technique for Peaches * Pink flowers Growing value with cut flowers UGA helps Georgia growers make the most of every acre Written by Emily Cabrera Photography by Emily Cabrera On a quarter-acre lot in a growing city, a small farm can't compete with a six-story building. Land and water are expensive, input costs are at rec  more
Solutions for Safe, Effective AI in Aviation Business Advanced at Inaugural Symposium at Embry Riddle
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Sept. 18 -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University posted the following news: * * * Solutions for Safe, Effective AI in Aviation Business Advanced at Inaugural Symposium at Embry Riddle Author Seth Robbins and Melanie Stawicki Azam September 17, 2026 With the latest AI technology showing extraordinary promise for aviation, more than 150 industry leaders gathered to discuss real-world use cases and assess their organizations' readiness to adopt the technology, as well a  more
South Georgia State College President Credits VSU Master's Degrees for Growth as Educator, Leader
VALDOSTA, Georgia, Sept. 18 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news: * * * September 17, 2026 Robbyn DeSpain, Director of Strategic Communications South Georgia State College President Credits VSU Master's Degrees for Growth as Educator, Leader VALDOSTA, Ga. - Ask Dr. Greg Tanner about his journey to becoming president of South Georgia State College, and he will tell you about the professional community and friendships built that continue to endure today. He also talks about   more
Spelpreneur Helps Student Annave Noel Take Beauty Brand From Idea to Market
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- Spelman College posted the following news: * * * Spelpreneur Helps Student Annave Noel Take Beauty Brand From Idea to Market * Annave Noel, C'2027, began developing Luminous SKN Care through Spelpreneur, Spelman College's entrepreneurship program. This summer, the biology major took the body care brand from concept to market, building on skills she developed through the program's 2024 cohort. For Noel, Spelpreneur provided a framework for turning an early busin  more
Ten Scholars Join CEHHS Faculty for 2026-27 Academic Year
LOGAN, Utah, Sept. 17 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Ten Scholars Join CEHHS Faculty for 2026-27 Academic Year * The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human, Health, and Human Sciences at Utah State University is welcoming new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year. "We deeply value the fresh perspectives, cutting-edge expertise, and energy that our new colleagues bring to our college," said Al Smith, Emma Eccles Jones endowed dean. "Their contribu  more
Turkey: Judicial harassment of journalists intensifies amid crackdown on LGBTI+ community
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 17 -- The European Federation of Journalists posted the following news: * * * Turkey: Judicial harassment of journalists intensifies amid crackdown on LGBTI+ community * On 13 September, journalist Tugba Tekerek was detained and transferred to Ankara over an article she had published in 2024 concerning the LGBTI+ movement in Georgia. Her detention is part of a wave of raids and arrests carried out by the Turkish authorities targeting LGBTI+ activists, organisations a  more
Turkiye: Judicial harassment of journalists intensifies amid crackdown on LGBTI+ community
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 17 [Category: Media] -- The International Federation of Journalists posted the following news release: * * * Turkiye: Judicial harassment of journalists intensifies amid crackdown on LGBTI+ community * 17 September 2026 On 13 September, journalist Tugba Tekerek was detained and transferred to Ankara over an article she had published in 2024 concerning the LGBTI+ movement in Georgia. Her detention is part of a wave of raids and arrests carried out by the Turkish aut  more
Tuskegee Community Mourns Loss of Student Advisor
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, Sept. 18 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Tuskegee Community Mourns Loss of Student Advisor 17 September 2026 The Tuskegee University family mourns the loss of Donna Sue King, who served as Student First Financial Wellness Advisor in Tuskegee University's REACH Center. She joined Tuskegee University two years ago as part of the University's Student First initiative. She helped students learn to manage their personal finances, become responsible  more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Awards $28.4 Million South Atlantic Regional Harbor Dredging Contract
WILMINGTON, North Carolina, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Wilmington District issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Awards $28.4 Million South Atlantic Regional Harbor Dredging Contract Sept. 17, 2026 WILMINGTON, N.C. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially awarded a $28,460,000.00 contract for the South Atlantic Division Regional Harbor Dredging Project to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co, LLC. The maintenance dredging contract encompas  more
UGA VetMed Researcher Catalogs Viral Diversity in Vulnerable Sea Turtle Populations
ATHENS, Georgia, Sept. 18 (TNSjou) -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA VetMed researcher catalogs viral diversity in vulnerable sea turtle populations By Amy H. Carter September 17, 2026 Groundbreaking study uses genetic sequencing to ID new viruses For decades, efforts to reverse the decline in sea turtle populations have focused on man-made impacts to their environment. But new research (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1567134826000900?pes  more
UNF Board of Trustees selects Dr. Michael P. Shannon as president-elect
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 16 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF Board of Trustees selects Dr. Michael P. Shannon as president-elect * The University of North Florida Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Michael P. Shannon as the University's eighth president, subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors. Shannon has served as president of the University of North Georgia, a public institution with more than 20,000 students, since 2023. A fir  more
Variety: MPA and Unions Tout Jobs Gains From Federal Film Incentive: 'The Story Is Undeniable'
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Entertainment Industry] (TNSrpt) -- The Motion Picture Association posted the following news: * * * Variety: MPA and Unions Tout Jobs Gains From Federal Film Incentive: 'The Story Is Undeniable' * A coalition of unions joined with the Motion Picture Association on Tuesday to unveil a report showing that a federal film incentive would reverse the decline of domestic production and create 143,500 jobs per year. The MPA held a Zoom press conference with actor Jo  more
WA consumers get financial relief through auto lender settlement
OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 17 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA consumers get financial relief through auto lender settlement * Hundreds of Washington consumers will receive restitution through a $694 million multistate settlement with the subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC). The company will provide cash and debt relief to consumers nationwide to resolve allegations the company steered them into risky loans they   more
Warnock Calls Out AI Developers, Social Media Companies, After Bizarre Health Hoax
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Calls Out AI Developers, Social Media Companies, After Bizarre Health Hoax * Senator Reverend Warnock warned about the risk to democracy after AI-generated social media posts with false health news about the Senator went viral Senator Reverend Warnock: "What if hours before an election, someone created a page with AI-generated images, fake stories about the candidates? How will voter  more
You've Already Used a Data Center Today
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 -- The Georgia Public Policy Foundation posted the following news release: * * * You've Already Used a Data Center Today * Data centers remain one of the most contentious political topics of the year, and much of the policy discussion around their construction has shifted from attracting them to managing their growth. Part of that shift is because policymakers and industry leaders are coming to better understand how data centers affect economies, electrical systems  more