Sunday - October 4, 2026

News Tipoffs - Florida Editors

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A Founder's Day Look Back: Flagler College Life in 1968 vs. 2026
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * A Founder's Day Look Back: Flagler College Life in 1968 vs. 2026 * More than five decades later, Flagler continues to call St. Augustine home, carrying forward the vision that helped shape the College while evolving alongside a rapidly changing world. As Flagler celebrates Founders Day, it is an opportunity to look back at the world the College entered in 1968 and compare it with the world students experienc  more
A.G. Davenport: New Jersey Joins Multistate LabCorp Settlement Over 2019 Data Breach Impacting More Than 400,000 New Jerseyans
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 25 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * New Jersey Joins Multistate LabCorp Settlement Over 2019 Data Breach Impacting More Than 400,000 New Jerseyans September 24, 2026 TRENTON - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that LabCorp will pay more than $2.2 million and strengthen its data-security practices under a multistate settlement resolving an investigation i  more
Akerman Advises Amerant Bancorp Inc. on $50 Million Senior Notes Offering
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 25 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Akerman Advises Amerant Bancorp Inc. on $50 Million Senior Notes Offering September 24, 2026 Akerman represented Amerant Bancorp Inc. (NYSE: AMTB) in closing its registered public offering of $50 million aggregate principal amount of 7.00% Senior Notes due 2031. Amerant Bancorp intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for general corporate purposes, which may include working capital, providin  more
Akerman Ranked Among Top Transactional Law Firms in United States by International Financial Law Review
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 25 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Akerman Ranked Among Top Transactional Law Firms in United States by International Financial Law Review September 24, 2026 Firm Recognized as Leading Law Firm in M&A and Private Equity, Real Estate and Construction, and Restructuring and Insolvency - Akerman earned top U.S. rankings in M&A and Private Equity, Real Estate and Construction, and Restructuring and Insolvency in International Financial Law  more
Analysis: Atrazine Pollutes 25% of River Miles in Continental U.S. at Levels Known to Harm Wildlife
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Analysis: Atrazine Pollutes 25% of River Miles in Continental U.S. at Levels Known to Harm Wildlife * WASHINGTON-Levels of the hormone-disrupting pesticide atrazine known to harm aquatic wildlife are estimated to contaminate more than 25% of all river and stream miles in the lower 48 states -nearly 860,000 miles, according to a new analysis by the Center for Biological Div  more
Archaeologists uncover centuries-old mystery of Tampa Bay's secret community of migrant potters
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * Archaeologists uncover centuries-old mystery of Tampa Bay's secret community of migrant potters * About a hundred years ago, archaeologists unearthing pottery sherds in Tampa Bay found something unexpected. Some of the fragments they recovered had designs that were nearly identical to decorated pottery located hundreds of miles to the north. At least on the surface, the pottery appeared to be Mississ  more
AstraZeneca: Alexion Advances Pioneering Leadership in GMG Care With Data at 2026 AANEM Annual Meeting and MGFA Scientific Session
WILMINGTON, Delaware, Sept. 25 -- AstraZeneca, a biopharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: * * * Alexion advances pioneering leadership in gMG care with data at 2026 AANEM Annual Meeting and MGFA Scientific Session 24 September 2026 New long-term data will further substantiate potential of gefurulimab as once-weekly subcutaneous self-administered treatment for adults with gMG Additional data will showcase commitment to advancing gMG science and clinical practice - Alex  more
Attorney General Bonta Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 24 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices * Multistate coalition announces preliminary approval of plan to distribute funds to consumers following multiple settlements with drug manufacturers accused of conspiring to inflate prices of generic drugs OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today urged consumers to check t  more
Attorney General James Secures $2.3 Million and Reforms to Protect Consumers After Labcorp Data Breach
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 24 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $2.3 Million and Reforms to Protect Consumers After Labcorp Data Breach * September 24, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan coalition of 43 other attorneys general in securing approximately $2.3 million and critical reforms to protect consumers from Laboratory Corporation of America (Labcorp) after a 2019   more
Attorney General Mike Hilgers Announces Multistate Settlement with Labcorp over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 24 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mike Hilgers Announces Multistate Settlement with Labcorp over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach * Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers today announced that Nebraska, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp") resolving the multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser announces $2.3M national settlement with Labcorp over data breach
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 24 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser announces $2.3M national settlement with Labcorp over data breach * Sept. 24, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today announced that Colorado and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general have settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America, also known as Labcorp, resolving a multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at its debt co  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH LABCORP OVER AMERICAN MEDICAL COLLECTION AGENCY DATA BREACH
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH LABCORP OVER AMERICAN MEDICAL COLLECTION AGENCY DATA BREACH * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 44 state attorneys general, has secured a settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America (Labcorp) resolving a multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at Labcorp's debt   more
Attorney General Tong Leads $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with LabCorp Over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 24 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Leads $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with LabCorp Over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General Tong today led a coalition of 44 attorneys general announcing a $2.3 million multistate settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp"), resolving an investigation into the 2019  more
Barrasso Lays Out the Difference Between Commonsense Republicans and Crazy Democrats
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso Lays Out the Difference Between Commonsense Republicans and Crazy Democrats * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke at a press conference drawing a stark contrast between commonsense Republican policies and crazy, radical Democrat policies. Sen. Barrasso said: "This election is going to be a clear choice between Republican, commonsense individuals an  more
Buchanan Marks Final 100 Days in Office, Pledges to Keep Fighting for Florida
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Marks Final 100 Days in Office, Pledges to Keep Fighting for Florida * Enters Final Months Building on Two Decades of Delivering Results for Florida WASHINGTON -Today marks the start of Congressman Vern Buchanan's final 100 days in office. Buchanan, who announced his retirement in January after 20 years representing Florida, is highlighting his signature legislation that passed the House  more
CEQA Appeals Increasingly Target Infill Development, with Housing the Top Target, Holland & Knight Study Finds
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * CEQA Appeals Increasingly Target Infill Development, with Housing the Top Target, Holland & Knight Study Finds * SAN FRANCISCO (September 24, 2026) - California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) appeals are increasingly targeting housing and essential infrastructure in existing California communities, according to a new Holland & Knight study of appellate decisions fro  more
Congresswoman Torres and Senator Padilla Introduce BASIC Act to Ensure No Student Has to Choose Between College and Basic Needs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Torres and Senator Padilla Introduce BASIC Act to Ensure No Student Has to Choose Between College and Basic Needs * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres and U.S. Senator Alex Padilla reintroduced the Basic Assistance for Students In College (BASIC) Act, legislation to help community colleges and four-year institutions address the unmet basic needs of their studen  more
Courier Issues Commentary: Zorro Ranch Investigation Sparks Action on Outdated Sex Crime Laws
NEW YORK, Sept. 25 -- Courier, an independent advocacy news and media network, issued the following commentary by investigative reporter Jackie Appel: * * * September 24, 2026 Zorro Ranch investigation sparks action on outdated sex crime laws A technicality in New Mexico's legal code allowed one of the most notorious sex traffickers in modern history to operate inconspicuously in the state for decades. This year, lawmakers are taking steps to close that loophole. On June 30, 2008, Jeffrey E  more
David Falk, JD '75, Returns to GW Law to Speak to Sports Transactions Class
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The George Washington University Law School posted the following news: * * * David Falk, JD '75, Returns to GW Law to Speak to Sports Transactions Class * David Falk, JD '75, the legendary sports agent who represented Michael Jordan, returned to GW Law's Negotiations in Sports Transactions class on Wednesday, September 16, alongside GW Men's Basketball Coach Chris Caputo. Falk, who formerly taught the class, returned to share insights into his career representing som  more
De La Cruz Leads Fight Against Mealybug
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Monica de la Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * De La Cruz Leads Fight Against Mealybug * WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Combatting Pasture Mealybug Act. The bill directs the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to study the impact of the pasture mealybug and provide Congress with recommended strategies that the Federal Government can quickly deploy to contain the invasive pest. Original   more
Disability Rights Advocacy Groups Support Hoyer's Bipartisan American Procurement Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Disability Rights Advocacy Groups Support Hoyer's Bipartisan American Procurement Improvement Act * WASHINGTON, DC - A coalition of 51 organizations, unions, disability stakeholders, and advocacy groups have endorsed H.R. 10443, the American Procurement Improvement Act (APIA), bipartisan legislation which was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congressmen Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) a  more
DOE Announces $50 Million Selection of Duke Energy to Strengthen Grid Reliability and Support Growing Communities in the Carolinas
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * DOE announces $50 million selection of Duke Energy to strengthen grid reliability and support growing communities in the Carolinas September 24, 2026 * DOE cooperative agreement would support advanced transmission upgrades in North and South Carolina * Funding would help offset project costs while allowing Duke Energy to move more quickly on critical infrastructure investments CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The   more
DSCC: Pain at the Pump: GOP Scrambles to Rewrite Narrative on Their Support for Price-Hiking Iran War as Diesel Costs Hit "Daily All-Time Highs"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Sep 23, 2026 PAIN AT THE PUMP: GOP Scrambles to Rewrite Narrative on Their Support for Price-Hiking Iran War as Diesel Costs Hit "Daily All-Time Highs" NBC News: "Rising diesel prices can translate into higher costs for consumers by raising the wholesale cost of getting goods to retailers and grocery stores. The global shipping, rail and trucking industries all rely on diesel" GOP   more
DSCC: Vote Alert - Senate Republicans Again Vote to Continue Price-Spiking Iran War Amid National Backlash
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Sep 24, 2026 VOTE ALERT: Senate Republicans Again Vote to Continue Price-Spiking Iran War Amid National Backlash GOP Senate candidates have claimed that the war in Iran they "wholeheartedly support" is "over" and "out of sight, out of mind" for many Americans - applauding the "mop-up operation" that "went very well" New York Times' Carl Hulse: "It's brutal, the gas prices. And it'  more
Durbin, Reed, Peters Release GAO Report Detailing Reckless Expansion Of Immigration Detention Under Trump
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Reed, Peters Release GAO Report Detailing Reckless Expansion Of Immigration Detention Under Trump * September 24, 2026 #Senators release damning findings on rushed efforts to expand unsuitable immigration detention facilities, including Alligator Alcatraz and Guantanamo Bay WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Com  more
Emory Launches Center for Civic Reasoning to Foster Constructive Dialogue
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 -- Emory University College of Arts and Sciences issued the following news: * * * Emory launches Center for Civic Reasoning to foster constructive dialogue September 24, 2026 Daniel Christian Emory University's new Center for Civic Reasoning will prepare students for democratic citizenship through courses that study how to engage in constructive disagreements around issues related to politics and daily life. The center is co-led by founding directors Zachary Pes  more
FAMU Update on Engagement with Gubernatorial Candidates
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * FAMU Update on Engagement with Gubernatorial Candidates * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is disappointed that our students will not have the opportunity to hear from the candidates for Governor in a televised debate hosted on our campus this election season. Our students' interest in hearing directly fro  more
FAU: Sharks Can Hear Sounds Nearly 250 Feet Away and Find the Source
BOCA RATON, Florida, Sept. 25 (TNSjou) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * Sharks Can Hear Sounds Nearly 250 Feet Away and Find the Source By Gisele Galoustian | 9/24/2026 Study Snapshot: A new Florida Atlantic University study provides the first quantified evidence that free-swimming sharks can detect and respond to underwater sounds from distances extending nearly 250 feet. Using controlled low-frequency so  more
FCC Issues Daily Digest for Sept. 23
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following Daily Digest (Vol. 45, No. 183) on Sept. 23, 2026: * * * THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE DATED AND RELEASED TODAY: PUBLIC NOTICES Report No: 20705. Released: 2026-09-23. WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU MARKET-BASED APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR FILING. WTB. DOC-425246A1.pdf (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-425246A1.pdf) DOC-425246A1.txt (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-425246A1.txt) Report No:   more
FDA Recall Notice: Galil Importing Corp Recalls Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning Due to Elevated Lead Levels
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Galil Importing Corp Recalls Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning Due to Elevated Lead Levels Summary Company Announcement Date: September 24, 2026 FDA Publish Date: September 24, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Contaminants Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead Company Name: Galil Importing Corp Brand  more
Federal Panel Deadlocks on ABA's Accreditation Authority
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 24 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog: * * * Federal Panel Deadlocks on ABA's Accreditation Authority * A federal advisory panel, the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI), declined Thursday to issue a recommendation on whether the U.S. Education Department should renew the American Bar Association's (ABA) authority to accredit law schools nationwide as members split on   more
First USF team of inventors advances to National Inventors Hall of Fame's Collegiate Inventors Competition
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * First USF team of inventors advances to National Inventors Hall of Fame's Collegiate Inventors Competition * By Lauren Parker, Florida Inventors Hall of Fame - University of South Florida A team from the University of South Florida's Department of Medical Engineering, a joint program shared between the USF College of Engineering and USF Health Morsani College of Medicine,  more
First USF team of inventors advances to National Inventors Hall of Fame's Collegiate Inventors Competition
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * First USF team of inventors advances to National Inventors Hall of Fame's Collegiate Inventors Competition * By Lauren Parker, Florida Inventors Hall of Fame - University of South Florida A team from the University of South Florida's Department of Medical Engineering, a joint program shared between the USF College of Engineering and USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, has developed a new type of  more
FIS Moves Retirement Recordkeeping Into Real Time With Cloud-Native Platform
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 25 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release: * * * FIS Moves Retirement Recordkeeping Into Real Time With Cloud-Native Platform September 24, 2026 Key facts * FIS has launched the latest version of the FIS Retirement Platform (FRP), built on a modern, cloud-native architecture, giving retirement plan providers a scalable, modern recordkeeping foundation built for flexibility and growth. * The FIS Retirement Platform delivers clo  more
FIU Study Finds Brain Differences Linked to Obesity Risk in Preschoolers
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 25 (TNSjou) -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FIU study finds brain differences linked to obesity risk in preschoolers By Rosanna Castro September 22, 2026 Children as young as 4 with a higher body mass index (BMI) showed differences in several brain regions involved in reward, taste and hunger, according to a new FIU study. The findings suggest the relationship between obesity   more
FIU's Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media Receives Grant to Launch Caplin Initiative for Civic Journalism
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 25 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FIU's Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media receives grant to launch Caplin Initiative for Civic Journalism By Emily Martinez September 24, 2026 FIU's Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media has won a $100,000 grant from Press Forward South Florida to create the Caplin Initiative for Civic Journalism, a program that will place current stude  more
Florida Doctor Sentenced for Making False Statements in Connection with Multi-Million-Dollar Health Care Fraud Scheme
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 24 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts posted the following news release: * * * Florida Doctor Sentenced for Making False Statements in Connection with Multi-Million-Dollar Health Care Fraud Scheme * BOSTON - A Florida-based doctor was sentenced on Sept. 22, 2026 in federal court in Boston for making false statements in connection with a multi-million-dollar health care fraud scheme involving medically unnecessary genetic testing   more
Framework Partnership Agreement Between the Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera and Greenberg Traurig
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Framework Partnership Agreement Between the Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera and Greenberg Traurig * WARSAW, 24 September 2026 The Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera announces the signing of a framework partnership cooperation agreement with the international law firm Greenberg Traurig. The agreement provides for extensive cooperation in the area of legal servic  more
FSU expert explains El Nino's role in quiet 2026 Atlantic hurricane season
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU expert explains El Nino's role in quiet 2026 Atlantic hurricane season * The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has been unusually quiet, underscoring the important role large-scale climate patterns play in hurricane development and the challenges scientists face in forecasting seasonal activity. Since the season began on June 1, no hurricanes have formed in the Atlantic Ocean, although there have be  more
FSU Health Communication expert finds GLP-1 users face stigma within their social circles
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU Health Communication expert finds GLP-1 users face stigma within their social circles * #Key Points * Florida State University assistant professor Braidyn Lazenby conducted a study showing that many GLP-1 users felt stigmatized within their own social networks. * The GLP-1 stigma affected how participants talked about their medication use, including reluctance to express interest in a GLP-1 to  more
FSU launches Presidential Lectureship in Chemical Sciences
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU launches Presidential Lectureship in Chemical Sciences * #Key Points * Florida State University launched the Presidential Lectureship in Chemical Sciences to recognize influential leaders in chemistry and connect FSU faculty and students with leading scientists. * Internationally recognized chemist Eric Anslyn of the University of Texas at Austin was selected as the inaugural recipient of the  more
FSU named among Forbes' best employers in Florida, nation for women
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU named among Forbes' best employers in Florida, nation for women * #Key Points * Florida State University was named one of Forbes' 2026 Best-In-State Employers and Best Employers for Women. * FSU ranked No. 29 among Florida employers across all industries and was the highest-ranked employer in the education category. * The rankings recognize FSU's workplace culture, employee satisfaction, p  more
FSW Joins USF FUSE Transfer Program, Creating Clearer Pathways to Bachelor's Degrees
FORT MYERS, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida SouthWestern State College issued the following news: * * * FSW Joins USF FUSE Transfer Program, Creating Clearer Pathways to Bachelor's Degrees Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) students will have a more intentional pathway to earning a bachelor's degree at the University of South Florida (USF) through the FUSE Transfer Program. Facilitated by the State University System of Florida, FUSE is a highly structured, guaranteed admission transfer pr  more
Grassley Opens Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting, Calls on Chief Justice Roberts to Address Minnesota Judges' Potential Ethics Violations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement on Sept. 24, 2026, at an executive business meeting: * * * 09.24.2026 Grassley Opens Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting, Calls on Chief Justice Roberts to Address Minnesota Judges' Potential Ethics Violations Prepared Opening Statement by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa Chairman, Senate Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting - On   more
Greenberg Traurig Advises REVO Hospitality Group on Cross-Border Insolvency Proceedings, Including Sale of More Than 150 Hotels to International Investors
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advises REVO Hospitality Group on Cross-Border Insolvency Proceedings, Including Sale of More Than 150 Hotels to International Investors * BERLIN - Sept. 24, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig is advising the REVO Hospitality Group on its cross-border self-administered insolvency proceedings, including the sale of more than 150 hotels. With the   more
Hirono Holds Spotlight Forum on National Private School Voucher Program, Highlights Funding Diversions from Public Schools
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTOS & VIDEO: Hirono Holds Spotlight Forum on National Private School Voucher Program, Highlights Funding Diversions from Public Schools * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) held a spotlight forum titled: "Raising the Alarm: How the National School Voucher Program Will Be Harmful to Students," examining how the new national private school voucher program will harm the over 50  more
Immigration Detention: Urgent Planning Needed to Avoid Further Waste of Taxpayer Dollars
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: * * * Immigration Detention: Urgent Planning Needed to Avoid Further Waste of Taxpayer Dollars * #Fast Facts Since January 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has invested billions to expand detention capacity through six initiatives-including one to purchase and renovate warehouses. ICE purchased 11 warehouses for $1 billion. We found that ICE pursued this and the other initiativ  more
Justice Department Ends Over 50 Half-Century-Old Desegregation Cases Throughout the U.S.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Ends Over 50 Half-Century-Old Desegregation Cases Throughout the United States September 24, 2026 The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division announced today the dismissal of more than fifty desegregation cases -- from Waterbury, Connecticut, to Flagler County, Florida -- ending matters that had remained on court dockets for more than half a century. "In this administration,  more
Kelly Celebrates Passage of Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Resolution
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * Kelly Celebrates Passage of Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Resolution * U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Senate colleagues passed a resolution recognizing and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place every year from September 15th to October 15th. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions that the Hispanic and Latino comm  more
Larson, Soto, Boyle, Booker Introduce Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2026 to Compensate Firefighter Families Impacted by PFAS-Related Illnesses
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson, Soto, Boyle, Booker Introduce Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2026 to Compensate Firefighter Families Impacted by PFAS-Related Illnesses * Washington, D.C. -Today, Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01), Darren Soto (FL-09), Brendan Boyle (PA-02), and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced the introduction of the Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2026-legislation to compensa  more
Maine A.G. Frey Urges Consumer to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
AUGUSTA, Maine, Sept. 25 -- Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Urges Consumer to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices 9/24/2026 Attorney General Frey, along with the Attorneys General of 47 other states and territories, announce preliminary approval of their plan to distribute funds to consumers following multiple settlements with drug manufacturers accused of conspiring to inflate prices of generic drugs.   more
Mayo Clinic to Pay $50,000 in EEOC COVID-19 Vaccine Religious Accommodation Suit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * Mayo Clinic to Pay $50,000 in EEOC COVID-19 Vaccine Religious Accommodation Suit * Settles federal agency's suit charging health care provider refused to accommodate security guard's sincerely held religious beliefs MINNEAPOLIS -Mayo Clinic, a non-profit operator of hospitals in Minnesota, Arizona and Florida, will pay $50,000 and furnish other relief to settle a U.S. Equal Employmen  more
Minnesota DFL: Tafoya Lies, Denies Saying She's 'Embarrassed' to Be From Minnesota, CNN Brings Receipts
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Sept. 24 -- Minnesota's Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party issued the following news release: * * * September 23, 2026 Tafoya Lies, Denies Saying She's 'Embarrassed' to Be From Minnesota, CNN Brings Receipts New CNN report details Tafoya's lengthy history of denigrating the state - ST. PAUL - Today, an article from CNN says their KFile has uncovered a deleted 2023 post from Minnesota Republican Senate nominee Michele Tafoya saying she was 'embarrassed' to say she was from M  more
N.D. A.G. WRIGLEY URGES CONSUMERS TO CLAIM COMPENSATION FOR INFLATED GENERIC DRUG PRICES
BISMARCK, North Dakota, Sept. 24 -- North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley issued the following news: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL WRIGLEY URGES CONSUMERS TO CLAIM COMPENSATION FOR INFLATED GENERIC DRUG PRICES September 23, 2026 BISMARCK, ND - BISMARCK, ND - Attorney General Drew H. Wrigley is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases and to submit a claim for compensation here. Wrigley announces that the claims process is now open for eli  more
N.H. A.G. Formella Urges Granite Staters to Claim Compensation for Certain Inflated Generic Drug Prices
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Sept. 24 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release: * * * September 22, 2026 Attorney General Formella Urges Granite Staters to Claim Compensation for Certain Inflated Generic Drug Prices Concord, NH - Attorney General John M. Formella is urging Granite Staters to check their eligibility for compensation related to certain generic drug purchases following preliminary approval of a multistate plan to distribute millions of dollar  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 24 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Davenport Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices September 22, 2026 Preliminary Approval Granted for States' Plan to Distribute Funds to Consumers Following Multiple Settlements with Drug Manufacturers - TRENTON - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certai  more
Nemours Children's Health Study Strengthens Evidence That Boosting Emotional Health Improves Glycemic Control in Kids with Type 1 Diabetes
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Nemours Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Nemours Children's Health Study Strengthens Evidence That Boosting Emotional Health Improves Glycemic Control in Kids with Type 1 Diabetes * ORLANDO, Florida (September 24, 2026) -For children with type 1 diabetes, managing the disease can take an emotional toll as well as a physical one. Depression, anxiety, and burnout are common as kids learn to monitor their blood sugar, adjust their diet, and   more
New FSU Live production unit gives students hands-on experience with industry-leading technology
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * New FSU Live production unit gives students hands-on experience with industry-leading technology * Florida State University's College of Communication and Information (CCI) students are gaining real-world experience in live production thanks to a new state-of-the-art broadcast production unit that is enhancing how students learn, create and prepare for careers in the media industry. This summer, FSU   more
NLC Leaders Encourage Local Officials to Step Up as Leadership Application Deadline Approaches
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: * * * NLC Leaders Encourage Local Officials to Step Up as Leadership Application Deadline Approaches * Mayor Jodi Miller, Councilmember Bradley Carter and NLC CEO Clarence E. Anthony share how national leadership can strengthen local leadership WASHINGTON -With the Sept. 28 deadline to apply for National League of Cities (NLC) leadership positions approaching  more
NRCC: Endorsement Alert! Scott Singer is Backed by the Florida PBA
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Endorsement Alert! Scott Singer is Backed by the Florida PBA September 23, 2026 In a big display of momentum for Scott Singer's campaign, the Florida Police Benevolent Association announced its support for his candidacy, highlighting Singer's "proven track record, tenacity, and commitment to public safety." And Singer's record stands in stark contrast to Lazy Lil' Jared Moskowitz's, who   more
Oracle Health and ID.me Team to Simplify Secure Access to Health Data
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 25 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Oracle Health and ID.me Team to Simplify Secure Access to Health Data Oracle Health and Life Sciences Summit - Orlando, Florida--Sep 24, 2026 Oracle Health and ID.me today announced a collaboration to integrate ID.me's trusted digital identity capabilities into Oracle Health solutions. The integration will simplify patient intake and help strengthen controll  more
PASSED: Cortez Masto, Scott Resolution Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * PASSED: Cortez Masto, Scott Resolution Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month * Washington, D.C. - Last night, the United States Senate passed a resolution led by Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) recognizing and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place every year from September 15th to October 15th. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the contributions  more
Pinnacle adds $1.3 billion to deposits in National Capital Region, reaches top 15 in market share
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle adds $1.3 billion to deposits in National Capital Region, reaches top 15 in market share * Firm reaches No. 10 statewide as local teams build on strong momentum McLEAN, Va. Sept. 23, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners saw massive de  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners gains market share, places No. 5 in Alabama
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners gains market share, places No. 5 in Alabama * Mobile sees biggest market share gain in the firm, Florida Panhandle maintains market share position while serving clients through integration with Synovus Birmingham,  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners grows market share in Florida
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners grows market share in Florida * Firm's Jacksonville, Orlando markets lead in deposit growth, local teams continue to serve clients through integration with Synovus Jacksonville, Fla., Sept. 23, 2026 - Pinnacle Fin  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners is No. 4 in market share for Atlanta and statewide in Georgia
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners is No. 4 in market share for Atlanta and statewide in Georgia * Firm's local teams continue growth, hold top market share while serving clients through integration with Synovus ATLANTA, Sept. 23, 2026 - Pinnacle F  more
Pinnacle grows deposits and market share in every major city in North Carolina
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle grows deposits and market share in every major city in North Carolina * Firm rises to become a top 10 bank statewide amid integration with Synovus HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 23, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners continued to grow acro  more
Pinnacle grows deposits by double digits in Louisville and Bowling Green as it continues to gain ground across Kentucky
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle grows deposits by double digits in Louisville and Bowling Green as it continues to gain ground across Kentucky * Firm's local teams drive continued growth through strong client relationships LOUISVILLE, KY, Sept. 23, 2026 - Pinnacle  more
Pinnacle grows deposits by triple digits in Baltimore MSA
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle grows deposits by triple digits in Baltimore MSA * COLUMBIA, MD, Sept 23, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners continued to grow from its Columbia, MD, office, growing deposits by 141% to reach $134 million as of June 30, 2026, accordin  more
Pinnacle is the No. 1 bank in Nashville by deposits, No. 2 in Chattanooga, No. 3 in Knoxville, No. 3 in Memphis and No. 2 in Tennessee
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle is the No. 1 bank in Nashville by deposits, No. 2 in Chattanooga, No. 3 in Knoxville, No. 3 in Memphis and No. 2 in Tennessee * Firm's local teams continue growth while serving clients through integration with Synovus NASHVILLE, TEN  more
Pinnacle sees major deposit growth in Charleston as it rises to be the No. 6 bank in South Carolina by deposits
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle sees major deposit growth in Charleston as it rises to be the No. 6 bank in South Carolina by deposits * Firm's local teams continue growth while serving clients through integration with Synovus CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 23, 2026 - Pi  more
Polk State students encouraged to apply for financial aid following early FAFSA launch
WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Sept. 24 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State students encouraged to apply for financial aid following early FAFSA launch * The U.S. Department of Education announced the earliest launch of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form ever on Wednesday. The early launch and new form are intended to simplify the application process and allow families a little more time to apply for aid for the 2027-2028 Academic Year. Polk Stat  more
Principals Who Experienced Gun Violence Release Updated Guide to Help Schools Recover After Shootings
RESTON, Virginia, Sept. 24 [Category: Education] -- The National Principals Association (formerly the National Association of Secondary School Principals) issued the following news release: * * * Principals Who Experienced Gun Violence Release Updated Guide to Help Schools Recover After Shootings * PARKLAND, FL -Members of the National Principals Association's Principal Recovery Network (PRN), a national network of current and former school leaders who have experienced gun violence tragedies  more
Ramona: Duke's Family Biomedical Business
DURHAM, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Ramona: Duke's Family Biomedical Business By Ken Kingery 9/24/26 How a group of family and found family are quickly growing an advanced microscope startup company with the support of Duke and the Durham community. - Late in 2020 during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Gregor Horstmeyer and Mark Harfouche had an internet problem. The pair had recently moved into a bare-bone  more
READ: DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene's Op-Ed in El Pais
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * READ: DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene's Op-Ed in El Pais * "Republicans have all the wrong priorities" - Chair DelBene In a new Spanish language op-ed for El Pais, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene highlights how House Democrats have been engaging Latino voters early and often this cycle, and how Republicans have failed Latino families. Latino voters will be majoritymakers this election, and D  more
Redwire Selected for Space Systems Command's $980 million NITE-STAR IDIQ Contract
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: BizScience] -- Redwire, a space infrastructure and innovation company enabling civil, commercial and national security programs, issued the following news release: * * * Redwire Selected for Space Systems Command's $980 million NITE-STAR IDIQ Contract * JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Sept 24, 2026) - Redwire Corporation (NYSE:RDW), a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, announced today that it has been selected by Space Systems Command as o  more
Reps. Chu, Meng, and Krishnamoorthi Lead Bipartisan Letter Requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal Following Catastrophic Flooding
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Chu, Meng, and Krishnamoorthi Lead Bipartisan Letter Requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal Following Catastrophic Flooding * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), CAPAC Chair Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) led a bipartisan letter to President Trump and Department of Hom  more
Reps. Chu, Meng, and Krishnamoorthi Lead Bipartisan Letter Requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal Following Catastrophic Flooding
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Chu, Meng, and Krishnamoorthi Lead Bipartisan Letter Requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal Following Catastrophic Flooding * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), CAPAC Chair Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) led a bipartisan letter to President Trump an  more
Rinker In Retrospect: The Legacy That Built PBA's Rinker College of Business
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Sept. 25 -- Palm Beach Atlantic University issued the following news: * * * September 24, 2026 Rinker In Retrospect: The Legacy that Built PBA's Rinker College of Business The Marshall E. Rinker, Sr. College of Business at Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) has recently celebrated several milestones, including its updated status from school to college in September 2025 and the grand opening of its new home, the Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Business Hall, in March  more
Saint Leo University's Center for Catholic-Jewish Studies to Honor Rev. Dr. Dennis McManus at 2026 Eternal Light Award Dinner
SAINT LEO, Florida, Sept. 25 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news: * * * Saint Leo University's Center for Catholic-Jewish Studies to Honor Rev. Dr. Dennis McManus at 2026 Eternal Light Award Dinner Public invited to November 15 Tampa event highlighting the progress and promise of Catholic-Jewish relations 24 September 2026 Saint Leo University's Center for Catholic-Jewish Studies (CCJS) will honor Rev. Dr. Dennis McManus, an American Catholic priest and scholar, with its 2026   more
SBA Announces $18 Million in Awards to Small Businesses in Critical Suppliers Competition
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * SBA Announces $18 Million in Awards to Small Businesses in Critical Suppliers Competition Awards to accelerate seven innovators strengthening U.S. supply chains September 24, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the winners of its first-ever Critical Suppliers Prize Competition, awarding more than $18 million in non-dilutive prize funding to seven sm  more
Seasoned Energy Litigator John Meadows Joins Holland & Knight in Houston
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Seasoned Energy Litigator John Meadows Joins Holland & Knight in Houston * HOUSTON (September 24, 2026) \- Holland & Knight has bolstered its Texas Litigation Practice Group with the addition of John Meadows as a partner in Houston. His robust energy litigation practice includes tort, contract, regulatory, antitrust and property damage matters for producers. He was pr  more
SEC Charges South Florida Resident, His Company for Alleged Investment Scheme Defrauding Law Enforcement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Michael D. Williams and CMI Capital, LLC, No. 26-cv-81300 (S.D. Fla. filed Sept. 23, 2026) On September 23, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission charged CMI Capital, LLC and its founder and manager, Michael D. Williams, for an alleged fraudulent investment scheme that raised approximately $860,000 from at least 18 investors, many of whom a  more
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces SCREEN Act to Help Protect American Kids from Foreign Predators
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Introduces SCREEN Act to Help Protect American Kids from Foreign Predators * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Rick Scott introduced the Strengthened Checks for Reliable Evaluation of Entrants Nationwide (SCREEN) Act to help keep foreign child predators from obtaining visas and gaining access to American children. The bill would give the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DH  more
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances 13 Judicial and Executive Nominees
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Judiciary Committee Advances 13 Judicial and Executive Nominees * WASHINGTON - The Senate Judiciary Committee today advanced the following nominations: * Anna St. John, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit, by a vote of 12-10. * Gregory Carl Cook, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama, by a vote of 12-10. * Adam Candeub, to be an  more
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances 13 Judicial and Executive Nominees
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.24.2026 Senate Judiciary Committee Advances 13 Judicial and Executive Nominees WASHINGTON - The Senate Judiciary Committee today advanced the following nominations: * Anna St. John, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit, by a vote of 12-10. * Gregory Carl Cook, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Al  more
Senator Moody Sounds the Alarm on the Dangers of Illicit, Chinese Vapes Targeting America's Youth
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Moody Sounds the Alarm on the Dangers of Illicit, Chinese Vapes Targeting America's Youth Sep 24, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Today, Senator Ashley Moody, a member of the Senate HELP committee, called for a commitment from Dr. Hedi Overton to address the dangers presented to young Americans by illicit, Chinese-made nicotine vape products. "As a mom, I am always concerned with the healt  more
Senator Moody Teams Up With Female Athletes in Nationwide Call to Protect Women's Sports
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Moody Teams Up with Female Athletes in Nationwide Call to Protect Women's Sports Sep 23, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Senator Ashley Moody is teaming up with female athletes to protect women and girls in sports. At a Senate Judiciary Committee and briefing with national media, Senator Moody defended female athletes and pushed for fairness, opportunity, and safety in women's sports. "Mal  more
Senator Rick Scott Fights to End Birth Tourism from Communist China, but Democrats Block Legislation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Rick Scott Fights to End Birth Tourism from Communist China, but Democrats Block Legislation * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last night on the Senate Floor, U.S. Senator Rick Scott tried to pass his Stopping Adversarial Foreign Exploitation of Kids in Domestic Surrogacy (SAFE KIDS) Act by unanimous consent. Senate Democrats blocked the bill despite a series of recent legacy media headlines highlighting  more
Study reveals human impact on global patterns of emerging infectious diseases
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Sept. 23 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * Study reveals human impact on global patterns of emerging infectious diseases * Human activities are helping shape where new infectious diseases emerge, according to a new study co-led by University of Florida medical geographer Sadie Ryan, Ph.D. Published in Nature, the study analyzed 58,318 outbreak events involving 32 diseases across 169 countries, making it one of the largest data-driven assessm  more
The Buckeye Institute Sounds Alarm: Judicial Manual Trades Scientific Rigor for Climate Advocacy
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 24 [Category: Think Tank] -- The Buckeye Institute, an independent research and educational institution that says its mission is to advance free-market public policy, posted the following news release: * * * The Buckeye Institute Sounds Alarm: Judicial Manual Trades Scientific Rigor for Climate Advocacy * Columbus, OH - On Wednesday, The Buckeye Institute called on the Federal Judicial Center to remove the "How Science Works" chapter from the Reference Manual on Scienti  more
Try to spot the two-spot cotton leafhopper: LSU AgCenter researchers receive USDA grant to raise awareness
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Sept. 24 -- The Louisiana State University Ag Center issued the following news: * * * Try to spot the two-spot cotton leafhopper: LSU AgCenter researchers receive USDA grant to raise awareness * (09/24/2026) BATON ROUGE, La. -With fall upon us, many a Louisianan's mind turns to that first piping hot pot of gumbo simmering on the stove. But if the cotton jassid (Amrasca biguttula) has its way, one favorite ingredient -okra -may have to be left off the ingredient list.   more
University College London: How Human Impacts Increase Risk of Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreaks
LONDON, England, Sept. 24 (TNSjou) -- The University College London posted the following news: * * * How human impacts increase risk of emerging infectious disease outbreaks Global fragmentation of ecosystems and changing patterns of rainfall have increased the risk of diseases spreading to humans from animals, mosquitoes and ticks, finds a study led by a UCL researcher. 23 September 2026 The authors of the new Nature paper say they found a clear "anthropogenic fingerprint" on the global ge  more
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine: Breaking Barriers to Cancer Clinical Trial Participation
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Breaking Barriers to Cancer Clinical Trial Participation * Patients, researchers and community partners identified practical ways to increase awareness, reduce participation barriers and help more people benefit from cancer clinical trials at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Key Takeaways * Patients may face informational, financial, logistical and trust-related barriers t  more
University of Miami: Building Safer, More Sustainable Housing
CORAL GABLES, Florida, Sept. 25 -- The University of Miami issued the following news: * * * Building safer, more sustainable housing A collaboration between the University of Miami, Resilient Cities Catalyst and the Ministry for Grand Bahama will offer new and resilient housing to workers and returning residents. By Janette Neuwahl Tannen, jnt38@miami.edu 09-24-2026 Seven years after Hurricane Dorian wreaked havoc on Grand Bahama, the city of Freeport is bounding back, with cruise lines bri  more
USC Board of Trustees meet new deans, appoint first Floyd distinguished professor
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Sept. 24 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * USC Board of Trustees meet new deans, appoint first Floyd distinguished professor * The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees met Thursday (Sept. 24), and trustees met two new deans, appointed the first Floyd School of Medicine Columbia Kay and C. Edward Floyd, M.D. distinguished professorships and amended the campuswide Open AI contract. #USC introduces new McCausland, Floyd dea  more
USF Health researchers identify promising vaccine target in malaria parasite
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * USF Health researchers identify promising vaccine target in malaria parasite * USF Health researchers have discovered a previously unknown vulnerability in Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax), a malaria parasite that infects millions of people in Central and South America and Southeast Asia. The discovery identifies a specific site on the parasite that antibodies can target to block P. vivax from invading   more
USF-led project with Tampa Electric helps advance next-generation power grid intelligence
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 24 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * USF-led project with Tampa Electric helps advance next-generation power grid intelligence * By Joey Garcia, University Communications and Marketing As new energy systems such as solar and energy-storage batteries connect to the nation's electric grid, utilities are collecting further data and changing how they operate the grid. The challenge is turning that growing stream of information into an ear  more
West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Sept. 24 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach * Attorney General JB McCuskey announced that West Virginia, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has reached a $2.3 million multistate settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp"). The settlement resolves the investigation into the 2019 data breach at  more
Womack Presents Purple Heart Medal to Retired Army Staff Sergeant George F. O'Dell
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Womack Presents Purple Heart Medal to Retired Army Staff Sergeant George F. O'Dell * BELLA VISTA, Arkansas-September 24, 2026...Today, Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) presented the Purple Heart Medal to Retired Army Staff Sergeant George F. O'Dell who was seriously injured while deployed to Iraq in 2009. The Purple Heart Medal is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to servic  more
Wounded Warrior Project's 2026 Women Warriors Summit Brings More Than 100 Veterans to Congress
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: National Defense] -- The Wounded Warrior Project posted the following news release: * * * Wounded Warrior Project's 2026 Women Warriors Summit Brings More Than 100 Veterans to Congress * Washington, DC. (Sept. 24, 2026) - More than 100 women warriors from across the country gathered in Washington, DC, Sept. 21-24, for Wounded Warrior Project's(r) (WWP) 2026 Women Warriors Summit, meeting with more than 120 congressional offices to advocate for polic  more