Sunday - October 4, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois

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2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * 2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available * Farm profitability is a bottom-line priority for farmers. It is a challenge in any year, but particularly in times when input costs are on the rise. When margins are tight, farmers need to know their cost of production to determine what inputs and practices are profitable and which ones may need to  more
77 Education and Civil Rights Groups Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Revisions to General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. September 23, 2026 Zachary Rogers U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202 Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (Aug. 24, 2026); 1 Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542 Dear Mr. Rogers: The undersigned organ  more
Acting A.G. Mills Announces Settlement With Labcorp Over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans
JUNEAU, Alaska, Sept. 26 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release: * * * Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces Settlement with Labcorp over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans September 25, 2026 (Anchorage, AK) - Acting Attorney General Cori Mills has announced that Alaska, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp") after a multistate investigation into the 2019 data br  more
AFPI Files Civil Rights Investigation of Illinois School District
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following news release: * * * AFPI Files Civil Rights Investigation of Illinois School District September 25, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has filed a civil rights complaint asking the U.S. Department of Education to investigate whether Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 in Illinois is using race or sex to determine access to jobs, educational resources and scholarships  more
Aims address explores how age of AI is 'a time for human thought'
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Aims address explores how age of AI is 'a time for human thought' * It had been nearly 20 years since Prof. Kenneth Warren last delivered the Aims of Education address to new University of Chicago undergraduates. And while the world has changed greatly for an incoming College student, especially with the rise of AI, Warren reminded the Class of 2030 of what hasn't: the need to think deeply and reckon w  more
American Bar Association Virtual Program to Preview Upcoming Supreme Court Term
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news: * * * American Bar Association virtual program to preview upcoming Supreme Court term WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2026 --The American Bar Association and American University Washington College of Law will host the virtual program, "On the Docket: Looking Ahead at the New Supreme Court Term," on Sept. 29. Panelists will discuss what to expect when the U.S. Supreme Court reconvenes on the first Monday in October. I  more
American College of Surgeons: Appendectomy for Appendicitis Associated With 58% Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk Than Antibiotics Alone
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Appendectomy for Appendicitis Associated with 58% Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk Than Antibiotics Alone In a matched study of more than 30,000 patients, colorectal cancer was later diagnosed in 0.7% of those who had surgery for acute appendicitis compared with 1.7% of those treated with antibiotics alone September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * In a matched cohort of more than 30,000   more
American College of Surgeons: Artificial Intelligence Model Predicts Pancreatic Cancer Risk Three Years Before Diagnosis
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Artificial Intelligence Model Predicts Pancreatic Cancer Risk 3 Years Before Diagnosis Mayo Clinic researchers found the model reliably separated at-risk from low-risk individuals using routine health records, in findings to be presented at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress 2026 September 24, 2026 Key Takeaways * Pancreatic cancer is relatively rare on a popul  more
American College of Surgeons: Deaths Linked to Treatable Emergency Surgical Conditions Are Rising in the U.S.
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Deaths Linked to Treatable Emergency Surgical Conditions Are Rising in the US National death rate was about 50% higher in 2020 than in 1999 and 86% higher in rural communities September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * Death rates associated with three common emergency general surgery conditions, which are rarely fatal when treated promptly, rose about 50% over two decades among U.S.   more
American College of Surgeons: E-Scooter Trauma Admissions Nearly Double as Youngest Riders Are Hurt Most Severely
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * E-Scooter Trauma Admissions Nearly Double as Youngest Riders Are Hurt Most Severely Trauma admissions rose 92%; helmet use was documented in only 12%, and nearly two-thirds of injured riders under 16 sustained major injuries September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * E-scooter trauma admissions nearly doubled from 2021 to 2023, increasing 92%, according to a national analysis of more   more
American College of Surgeons: General Surgeon Jo Buyske Receives Inspiring Women in Surgery Award
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * General Surgeon Jo Buyske Receives Inspiring Women in Surgery Award Dr. Buyske recognized for transforming surgical training, certification, and workforce policies September 25, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Jo Buyske, MD, FACS, a general surgeon who helped reshape surgical training and worked to make surgical careers more sustainable, is the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Mary Edwards Walker Inspiring   more
American College of Surgeons: Metastatic Colorectal Cancer is More Advanced in Younger Patients Than Older Ones, But They Survive Longer With the Disease, Study Finds
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Metastatic Colorectal Cancer is More Advanced in Younger Patients than Older Ones, but They Survive Longer with the Disease, Study Finds Researchers urge a lower threshold for colonoscopy in patients aged 45 years and younger who have persistent gastrointestinal symptoms September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * Patients aged 45 years and younger -- a group in which metastatic colore  more
American College of Surgeons: Prostate Cancer Surgery and Radiation Have Different Long-Term Effects on Urinary, Sexual, and Survival Outcomes
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Prostate Cancer Surgery and Radiation Have Different Long-Term Effects on Urinary, Sexual, and Survival Outcomes Surgery was linked to more urinary and sexual side effects, while radiation was associated with certain urinary complications and higher all-cause mortality, national study finds September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * A national study of more than 20,000 men with prosta  more
American College of Surgeons: U.S. Will Face a Shortage of Nearly 28,000 Surgeons by 2038, First Nationwide Study Finds
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * US Will Face a Shortage of Nearly 28,000 Surgeons by 2038, First Nationwide Study Finds Vascular surgery, ophthalmology, thoracic surgery, and plastic surgery face the greatest shortfalls, with shortages especially severe in rural areas September 25, 2026 Key Takeaways * The U.S. is projected to be short nearly 28,000 surgeons by 2038, with the workforce meeting just 84.3% of   more
American College of Surgeons: Underweight Patients Face 92% Increased Odds of Death After Emergency General Surgery
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Underweight Patients Face 92% Increased Odds of Death After Emergency General Surgery Researchers analyzing ACS NSQIP data from more than 334,000 patients find that underweight patients face the highest risk of death, and that those who are both underweight and frail have the worst outcomes, including longer hospital stays and higher readmission rates September 25, 2026 Key Tak  more
American College of Surgeons: Urban Heat Islands Linked to Worse Recovery After Major Surgery
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Urban Heat Islands Linked to Worse Recovery After Major Surgery Air conditioning, hydration, and access to cooling centers may need to become part of discharge planning, researchers say September 24, 2026 Key Takeaways * Among 697,552 patients undergoing major surgery, each additional 1 C (1.8 F) of urban heat island intensity above a 2.19 C (3.9 F) threshold was associated wi  more
ANS looks at Illinois's nuclear future
LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Sept. 24 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * ANS looks at Illinois's nuclear future * The latest installment in the ANS webinar series "Nuclear in the States" focused on the Society's home state of Illinois. Illinois has 11 operating commercial reactors and the largest operating nuclear capacity in the country. Recently, it lifted the last restrictions it had on building new reactors. Furthermore, Gov. J. B. Pritzker  more
APCIA: South Florida Sun Sentinel Survey Misses Recent Progress in Florida's Insurance Market
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Insurance] -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association posted the following news release: * * * APCIA: South Florida Sun Sentinel Survey Misses Recent Progress in Florida's Insurance Market * APCIA assistant vice president of state government relations Chase Mitchell sent the following letter to the editor to the South Florida Sun Sentinel responding to their article "State leaders say they fixed Florida's insurance crisis. A new survey show  more
Arkansas Surgeon Dr. Charles Mabry Receives ACS Distinguished Service Award
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Arkansas Surgeon Dr. Charles Mabry Receives ACS Distinguished Service Award Dr. Mabry honored for advancing trauma care and championing compensation efforts for surgeons September 25, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Charles Mabry, MD, FACS, chief of surgery at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, who has served the American College of Surgeons (ACS) in numerous leadership roles,  more
As Breast Cancer Survivors Live Longer, City of Hope Spotlights Patient Stories and Growing Need for Survivorship Care
DUARTE, California, Sept. 26 -- City of Hope issued the following news release: * * * As Breast Cancer Survivors Live Longer, City of Hope Spotlights Patient Stories and Growing Need for Survivorship Care Sep 24, 2026 City of Hope highlights survivorship support as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - LOS ANGELES - As advances in breast cancer care help more patients live longer, City of Hope is celebrating survivors and highlighting the need for long-term support to help them live full  more
As Trump Craters Economy, Duckworth and Meng Reintroduce Resolution to Empower Mothers in the Workforce
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * As Trump Craters Economy, Duckworth and Meng Reintroduce Resolution to Empower Mothers in the Workforce * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - As Donald Trump's reckless policies continue to crater our economy and leave families behind, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Grace Meng (D-NY-06) reintroduced the Mom Economy Resolution to promote and empower mothers in the workforce across   more
Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 25 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week co-led a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Education's (U.S. ED) proposal to provide the Trump Administration with broad discretion in educational grantmaking d  more
Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Sept. 24 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach * Settlement Requires Stronger Oversight of Vendors Handling Sensitive Patient Information Carson City, NV - Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has reached a $2.3 million multistate settlement with Labor  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of 25 other attorneys general are pushing Congress to take immediate action to regulate artificial intelligence, a call that's been echoed by AI industry leaders in recent weeks. "AI technology is   more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 24 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach * Thursday, September 24, 2026 Contact: comms@ncdoj.gov 919-538-2809 RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 44 other attorneys general reached a $2.2 million settlement with Labcorp following a multistate investigation into a 2019 data breach involving Labcorp's debt  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson is urging eligible North Carolinians to claim the compensation they're owed for overpaying for certain generic drugs. Recently, a court preliminarily approved a plan by Attorney General Jackson and a coalition o  more
Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 26 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas RICHMOND, Va. -- Attorney General Jones today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the Trump Administration's proposed rule that once again attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas. H-1B visas allow state and local governm  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES CHARGES AGAINST 11 CURRENT, FORMER ELECTED AND MUNICIPAL FORD HEIGHTS EMPLOYEES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES CHARGES AGAINST 11 CURRENT, FORMER ELECTED AND MUNICIPAL FORD HEIGHTS EMPLOYEES * Sweeping Charges Allege Scheme to use Municipal Funds for Private Travel Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced charges against 11 current and former elected officials and employees of the village of Ford Heights, Illinois. Raoul alleges the individuals  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 22 attorneys general, filed a comment letter opposing the Trump administration's proposed rule that attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas that allow state and local governments to address nationwid  more
Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence * #Says AI companies shouldn't be left to police themselves. Attorney General Dan Rayfield is calling on Congress to pass rules for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. In a letter to congressional leaders from a bipartisan group of attorneys general, AG Rayfield warns that recent inci  more
Birmingham Joins Landmark U.K.-U.S. University Alliance to Help Build Future Fusion Energy Workforce
BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 25 -- The University of Birmingham posted the following news: * * * Birmingham joins landmark UK-US university alliance to help build future fusion energy workforce Landmark agreement unites leading British universities and forges a transatlantic partnership to help drive forward progress in fusion energy. 23 September 2026 A group of leading UK universities, including the University of Birmingham, have joined a new partnership with the US-based University Fusion   more
Blood proteins reveal effects of Alzheimer's drug
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 24 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * Blood proteins reveal effects of Alzheimer's drug * #In Brief * In patients taking an Alzheimer's drug, dozens of blood proteins changed in abundance. * Some proteins tracked with clearance of a toxic brain plaque; others with cognitive changes. * Findings could enable future blood tests monitoring Alzheimer's treatment response. Patients with early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease may   more
Clean Air Task Force: States Explore Long-Term Planning to Accelerate Power Sector Decarbonization
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Clean Air Task Force issued the following report on Sept. 16, 2026, by Kasparas Spokas and Wilson Ricks, Clean Air Task Force Ilana Ginsberg, Principal Consultant, RAD Energy, entitled "State-Led Planning, Development, and Procurement: A key lever for states in deregulated power markets to achieve long-term electricity policy targets" Here are excerpts: * * * State electricity decarbonization policies are essential to drive power sector decarb  more
CPS Releases 20th-Day Enrollment, Attendance Data
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- Chicago Public Schools issued the following news release: * * * CPS Releases 20th-Day Enrollment, Attendance Data 24 September 2026 District's analysis reflects demographic and migration trends affecting urban school systems nationwide; needs-based funding model continues to support students and schools - CHICAGO -- Chicago Public Schools (CPS) presented student enrollment and attendance data Thursday following the District's review and analysis of 20th-day D  more
DNC: In the States - Republicans Can Run From Donald Trump - But They Can't Hide From His Costly Agenda That's Hurting Working Families
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * September 25, 2026 IN THE STATES: Republicans Can Run From Donald Trump -- But They Can't Hide From His Costly Agenda That's Hurting Working Families With less than 40 days until the midterms, Republicans are freaking out and desperate times call for desperate measures -- like avoiding Donald Trump at all costs. As Trump's approval rating sinks to an all-time low and his price-hiking agenda hem  more
Dr. Timothy Billiar Will Receive 2026 ACS Owen H. Wangensteen Scientific Forum Award
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Dr. Timothy Billiar Will Receive 2026 ACS Owen H. Wangensteen Scientific Forum Award September 25, 2026 CHICAGO -- Timothy R. Billiar, MD, FACS, the George Vance Foster Professor and Chair of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in Pennsylvania, will receive the prestigious American College of Surgeons (ACS) Owen H. Wangensteen Scientific Forum Award at the ACS Clini  more
Duckworth Leads Senate Democrats in Renewed Push to Help Prevent Police-Involved Deaths and Provide Justice for Families
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Leads Senate Democrats in Renewed Push to Help Prevent Police-Involved Deaths and Provide Justice for Families * September 25, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - On the 29th birthday of Laquan McDonald, an Illinoisan teen who was shot and killed at the hands of a Chicago Police Department (CPD) officer with a recorded history of excessive force, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) is leading   more
Duckworth-Hoeven Bipartisan Bills to Support the Health of Our Aviation Workforce and Strengthen Aviation Safety Pass the Senate
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth-Hoeven Bipartisan Bills to Support the Health of Our Aviation Workforce and Strengthen Aviation Safety Pass the Senate * September 25, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Two bipartisan pieces of legislation led by U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)-a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) and Ranking Member of the Aviation Subcommittee-and U.S. Sena  more
Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Allowing Trump Administration To Proceed With Flawed Voter Screening Database Ahead Of Midterms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Allowing Trump Administration To Proceed With Flawed Voter Screening Database Ahead Of Midterms * September 25, 2026 NEW ORLEANS - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled today that the Trump Administration can move forward with an expansi  more
Durbin, Padilla Introduce New Legislation To Prevent Unlawful Immigration Arrests & Detentions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Padilla Introduce New Legislation To Prevent Unlawful Immigration Arrests & Detentions * September 25, 2026 #The Immigration Warrant Reform Act would push back on the Trump Administration's indiscriminate and violent immigration enforcement across the country WASHINGTON - After immigration enforcement agents have arbitrarily arrested countless U.S. citizens and immigrants with lawfu  more
Empowerment Opportunity Center Opposes Federal Cuts to Head Start Funding and Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 4 Empowerment Opportunity Center 360 E. Marietta St. Decatur, IL 62521 September 23, 2026 Office of Head Start Director Lizbeth Casco White 330 C Street, SW 4th Floor Mary E. Switzer Building Washington, DC 20201 Dear Director White, Thank you for participating in the National Community Action Partne  more
Environmental Law & Policy Center: North Dakota Rural Landowners Take Fight Over Wahpeton Water Sale to District Court
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The Environmental Law and Policy Center issued the following news release: * * * September 25, 2026 North Dakota Rural Landowners Take Fight Over Wahpeton Water Sale to District Court Residents ask judge to reverse state agency's approval of massive daily water sale - Bismarck, ND. - Eight rural landowners in the Red River Valley, along with the Dakota Resource Council (DRC), have appealed to the Burleigh County District Court after North Dakota's Department   more
Eroding Democracy: Mike Sacks Transfers $3.4 Million to His Anti-Teacher PAC in First-Ever Fully Elected School Board Race in Chicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * Eroding Democracy: Mike Sacks Transfers $3.4 Million to His Anti-Teacher PAC in First-Ever Fully Elected School Board Race in Chicago * Chicago, IL After CTU President Davis Gates requested the billionaire, whose organizations opposed having an elected school board, abstain from his pattern of exorbitant political spending in order to allow parents and Chicagoans to have their  more
Federal Register: Fed Issues Notice on Acquisitions Involving Nashua Bancshares in Minnesota
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Reserve System issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company The notificants listed below have applied under the Change in Bank Control Act (Act) (12 U.S.C. 1817(j)) and Sec. 225.41 of the Board's Regulation Y (12 CFR 225.41) to acquire shares of a bank or bank holding company. The factors that are considered in acting on the applications are set fo  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Illinois Is Taking a Closer Look at Employer Pay Data - 5 Steps to Prepare for 2027
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 26 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * Illinois Is Taking a Closer Look at Employer Pay Data: 5 Steps to Prepare for 2027 Sep 25, 2026 Illinois employers covered by pay data reporting requirements should prepare for additional scrutiny and targeted audits. Notably, the state labor department is also making an important reporting change that takes effect January 1, 2027, and will reject Equal Pay Registration Certificate (EPRC) submissio  more
HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 25 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities hosted a virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit focused on preparing students for internships and career opportunities in various fields. HACU's Emerging Leaders' Summit provides students from HACU-member institutions with opportunities to develop thei  more
HIDI Releases Third-Quarter FFY 2026 Inpatient, Outpatient Databases
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 25 [Category: Health Care] -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news: * * * HIDI Releases Third-Quarter FFY 2026 Inpatient, Outpatient Databases * The third-quarter federal fiscal year 2026 inpatient and outpatient databases, including HIDI-reporting hospitals in Missouri, Illinois and Kansas City, Kan., now are available for download to subscribers of the Premier Data Package on HIDI Advantage(r). The databases consist of a patient-level   more
Hive House Celebrates Grand Opening, Marking Debut Of Cary's First Hyatt-Branded Hotel
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hive House Celebrates Grand Opening, Marking Debut Of Cary's First Hyatt-Branded Hotel * Hive House will join the Unscripted by Hyatt brand portfolio, pairing the independent hotel's distinctive identity with Hyatt's distinguished quality, care and global reach. CARY, N.C. (September 24, 2026) -Hive House, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Cary, North Carol  more
House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Student Protection & University Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-800) on the Student Protection and University Accountability Act (H.R. 9203). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 8, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose The purpose of H.R. 9203, Student Protection and University Accountability Act, is to increase the transparency of colleges and universities in carrying out their civil rights responsibilities and to codify certain  more
House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Title IX Clarification Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-798) on the Title IX Clarification Act (H.R. 8781). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 8, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose H.R. 8781, Title IX Clarification Act of 2026, amends section 901(c) of Education Amendments of 1972 to define ``sex'' for purposes of nondiscrimination requirements applicable to federally funded education programs and activities. Committ  more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Issues Report on Water Resources Development Act (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-795) on the Water Resources Development Act (H.R. 9497). The report was advanced by Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, on Sept. 3, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 16, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. * * * (Continued from Part 2 of 3) Committee Votes Clause 3(b) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives requires each commi  more
House Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Report on Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-796) on the Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act (H.R. 5634). The report was advanced by Rep. Mike Bost, R-Illinois, on Sept. 8, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 5634, the "Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act of 2026" was introduced by Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey on September 30, 2025. This bill, as amended, would allow a student veteran to use their D  more
IBEX Industry Breakfast Returns Oct. 6 With State of the Industry and Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * IBEX Industry Breakfast Returns Oct. 6 With State of the Industry and Awards * With the 2026 IBEX Industry Breakfast approaching and tickets moving quickly, attendees are encouraged to secure their seats early for the Tuesday, Oct. 6, program. Doors open at 7 a.m., with the breakfast program running from 7:30-9 a.m. The annual breakfast brings marine pro  more
Ill. Commerce Dept.: Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at Voortman's Grand Opening Facility
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at Voortman's Grand Opening Facility September 24, 2026 Voortman will create more than 50 jobs at the company's new Monee facility - solidifying Illinois as Voortman's center of supply chain - MONEE - Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Voortman Steel Machiner  more
Ill. Commerce Dept.: Governor Pritzker Announces LIHEAP Application for Utility Bill Assistance
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity issued the following news release: * * * 09/24/2026 Governor Pritzker Announces LIHEAP Application for Utility Bill Assistance Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) available for income qualified households beginning October 1, 2026 - CHICAGO - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) are encouraging eligible families to apply for  more
Illinois Wesleyan University to Celebrate Homecoming
BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Wesleyan University posted the following news release: * * * Illinois Wesleyan University to Celebrate Homecoming * BLOOMINGTON, Ill. -Illinois Wesleyan University will continue to build momentum during the 2026 homecoming celebration Oct. 2-4. Highlights of the weekend include: * A special America 250 concert, "We Declare," will be held from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, in Westbrook Auditorium. The event will highlight various American comp  more
International Day of Peace Celebration at WIU Sept. 28
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * International Day of Peace Celebration at WIU Sept. 28 * MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University will celebrate the International Day of Peace at 5:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Monday, Sept. 28. The International Day of Peace, also known as Peace Day, is observed worldwide each year in September. The event is open to the public, and will include refreshments. Students can also earn Pu  more
International Federation of Library Associations: Coding Schemes and Context -Making Qualitative Research Credible
THE HAGUE, The Netherlands, Sept. 25 -- The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions issued the following news: * * * Coding schemes and context: making qualitative research credible 24 September 2026 A conversation about what makes qualitative research credible - Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, United States - On September 22nd, 2026, Jess Hagman, the Social Sciences Research Librarian at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, led a discussion on qualitative res  more
International voices of school librarianship
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * International voices of school librarianship * CHICAGO -Published by Facet Publishing and available through the ALA Store, "International School Librarianship: Advice and Stories from Around the Globe" collects the advice and stories of experienced and award-winning librarians from around the world, including the UK, US, Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Kenya, Mexic  more
Justice Department Holds the First Attorney General's Summit on Victims of Violent Crime
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Holds the First Attorney General's Summit on Victims of Violent Crime September 25, 2026 The Department also held a memorial to mark the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims - On Thursday, the Attorney General gathered victims and survivor families together at the first Summit on Victims of Violent Crime ahead of a memorial for National Day of Remembrance for Murder   more
KBOR names KU Medical Center faculty and staff of the year
KANSAS CITY, Kansas, Sept. 25 [Category: BizHospital] -- The University of Kansas Medical Center posted the following news: * * * KBOR names KU Medical Center faculty and staff of the year * Four University of Kansas Medical Center employees have been named Kansas Board of Regents 2026 Faculty and Staff of the Year. The four were among six employees at the University of Kansas who won the award. The honor recognizes faculty and staff at Kansas' six state universities for their contributions  more
Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout-Outs
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout-Outs * Martin Roth, Devin Anderson, Keith Holt, Lamina Bowen, Madeleine Xu, Sabrina Schulman and Alexandra Schrader received a shout-out for The American Lawyer Litigation Daily's "Litigator of the Week" for their work for IBM and Johnson & Johnson, Health Care Systems, Inc. "... Shout-out to a team at Kirkland & Ellis t  more
Mayer Brown Publishes Seventh Annual Book on Contracting for Agentic AI
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * 25 September 2026 Mayer Brown publishes seventh annual book on contracting for Agentic AI As agentic AI moves from experimentation to deployment, businesses are confronting a new generation of legal, operational and commercial challenges. To help organizations navigate this rapidly evolving landscape, Mayer Brown has published Contracting for Agentic AI, the seventh edition of its annual Technology & IP   more
Mayer Brown Selected as a 2026 Illinois Powerhouse by Law360
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * 25 September 2026 Mayer Brown selected as a 2026 Illinois Powerhouse by Law360 - CHICAGO - Mayer Brown has again been recognized by Law360 as a 2026 "Regional Powerhouse" in Illinois, honoring firms that have distinguished themselves through significant client work and market leadership in the state. The profile highlights Mayer Brown's role advising on several of the region's most notable matters, inc  more
Mayer Brown Strengthens Leading Insurance Transactions Platform With Addition of John Grothaus in Chicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * 25 September 2026 Mayer Brown strengthens leading insurance transactions platform with addition of John Grothaus in Chicago CHICAGO - Mayer Brown announced today that John Grothaus has joined the firm as a partner in its Corporate & Securities and Global Insurance practices in Chicago, further strengthening the firm's market-leading insurance transactions platform. John joins from Sidley Austin LLP. Joh  more
Moraine Valley's Automation and Engineering Technology Program Provides Training for AI-durable Careers
PALOS HILLS, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Moraine Valley Community College issued the following news: * * * Moraine Valley's Automation and Engineering Technology Program provides training for AI-durable careers September 25, 2026 As technology advances and AI use increases, Moraine Valley Community College's Automation and Engineering Technology Program prepares students for high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, robotics and industrial technology. The Automation and Engineering Technolog  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 26 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Demands Establishment of a Robust Regulatory Framework for AI Development September 25, 2026 - TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 26 attorneys general urging Congressional leaders to enact comprehens  more
N.Y. A.G. James, Co-signers Issue Letter to Congressional Leadership
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following letter with co-signers to the Congressional leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 23, 2026 The Honorable Mike Johnson Speaker U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 - The Honorable Hakeem Jeffries Minority Leader U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 - The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader U.S. Senate Washington, DC 20510 - Th  more
National Equity Fund: Rise Honored at the 2026 Charles L. Edson Recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- National Equity Fund, a nonprofit financial intermediary that helps expand housing by providing financing and investment solutions for affordable developments and community projects, issued the following news: * * * The Rise Honored at the 2026 Charles L. Edson Recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence Awards September 25, 2026 Congratulations to Xenolith Partners, LLC on The Rise being honored in the Large Metro category at the 2026 Charles L. Edson Recogni  more
Newmark Arranges $125M Sale of Deer Park Town Center, Premier Lifestyle Destination in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs
NEW YORK, Sept. 26 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Arranges $125M Sale of Deer Park Town Center, Premier Lifestyle Destination in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs September 25, 2026 Newmark announces the Company has arranged the $125 million sale of Deer Park Town Center, a 352,257-square-foot open-air lifestyle center located in Deer Park, Illinois, within Chicag  more
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: Recent Faculty Works - David A. Dana, Janice Nadler, Ari Glogower, Zachary D. Clopton, Nathan Reitinger, David L. Schwartz, and Chika O. Okafor
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news: * * * Recent Faculty Works: David A. Dana, Janice Nadler, Ari Glogower, Zachary D. Clopton, Nathan Reitinger, David L. Schwartz, and Chika O. Okafor 09.25.2026 Northwestern Pritzker School of Law is home to an incredible group of faculty members working at the intersections of law and many other disciplines. Their research and scholarship has helped advance the understanding of  more
Okla. A.G. Drummond Urges Congress to Regulate AI Industry to Protect Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 26 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release: * * * Drummond urges Congress to regulate AI industry to protect Oklahomans OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 25, 2026) - Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Congress to take immediate action to regulate the artificial intelligence industry to protect the safety of Oklahomans. Drummond joined a coalition of 25 other attorneys general in a letter sent to U.S. House Speaker Mike Jo  more
Oklahoma State: 2026 College of Education and Human Sciences Hall of Fame Awards Banquet Honors Six Alumni
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Sept. 26 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: * * * 2026 College of Education and Human Sciences Hall of Fame awards banquet honors six alumni September 24, 2026 The Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences recognizes distinguished alumni each year at the Hall of Fame Banquet. The six individuals honored in 2026 have made their mark within their respective fields and continue to set examples of leadership, innovation, selfles  more
Olivet Nazarene University Football Coach Avante Mitchell Brings NFL Lessons Home After Pittsburgh Steelers Fellowship
BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * Olivet Nazarene University Football Coach Avante Mitchell Brings NFL Lessons Home After Pittsburgh Steelers Fellowship * BOURBONNAIS, Ill. - Olivet Nazarene University Head Football Coach Avante Mitchell spent much of his summer inside an NFL quarterback room, working alongside Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy and the Pittsburgh Steelers coaching staff as part of the Bill Walsh NFL Diversity Coaching F  more
Places, everyone! Penguin Players ready to take Cavan stage again this December
DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Places, everyone! Penguin Players ready to take Cavan stage again this December * September 25, 2026 jdonahue CHHS, College of Health and Human Sciences NIU's Penguin Players returns to the Cavan Auditorium stage this fall with "The Pinocchio Show." A campus-wide, cross-college effort is underway to resurrect the theater troupe for "artists" - adults with special needs - and "mentors" from the Huski  more
Ramirez, Garcia Host Election Protection Roundtable with Local Advocates, Election Officials
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Garcia Host Election Protection Roundtable with Local Advocates, Election Officials * Chicago, IL -Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) and Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) hosted an election security and polling location safety roundtable with public officials, government agencies, community stakeholders, and other partners to discuss preparedness and coordination effort  more
Ramirez, Sanders, Jayapal, and Garcia Urge the Trump Administration to Respect Brazil's Electoral Process
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Sanders, Jayapal, and Garcia Urge the Trump Administration to Respect Brazil's Electoral Process * Washington, DC - Yesterday, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), and Congressmembers Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) led 27 colleagues in a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio raising serious concerns about the Trump ad  more
Rep. Steube Introduces FLAFO Act to Rein In Warrantless 'Flock Safety' Surveillance
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Steube Introduces FLAFO Act to Rein In Warrantless 'Flock Safety' Surveillance * WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today introduced the Facilitating Liberty and Accountability for Flock Observations (FLAFO) Act, legislation prohibiting federal agencies from purchasing, leasing, operating, accessing, or sharing data with networked Automated License Plate Reader surveillanc  more
Report From Amnesty International: Human Rights Violations in U.S. Immigration Enforcement Operations and the Case to Abolish ICE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 (TNSCrpt) -- "WE HAD WHISTLES, THEY HAD GUNS": Human Rights Violations in U.S. Immigration Enforcement Operations and the Case to Abolish ICE - A report from Amnesty International - September 2026 (168 pages) * * * EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Amnesty International has documented that, since taking office on 20 January 2025, the Trump administration has subjected migrants, asylum seekers and refugees to a wide range of human rights violations. The administration is implementing a ma  more
Riverside Brookfield High School and Brookfield Zoo Chicago Establish New 15-Year Partnership to Create New Opportunities for School Use on Zoo Property
BROOKFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- Brookfield Zoo Chicago issued the following news release: * * * September 25, 2026 Riverside Brookfield High School and Brookfield Zoo Chicago establish new 15-year partnership to create new opportunities for school use on Zoo property - Riverside, IL - Riverside Brookfield High School (RBHS) District 208 and Brookfield Zoo Chicago are pleased to announce a partnership on a facility enhancement project north of the high school. The $3 million, 15-year lease  more
Save the Date: American Boating Congress 2027
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Save the Date: American Boating Congress 2027 * Mark your calendars for the recreational boating industry's premier advocacy event in Washington, D.C. The 2027 American Boating Congress (ABC) will take place May 17-19, 2027, bringing together marine manufacturers, industry leaders, advocates, and partners from across the country to make the industry's vo  more
SCHNEIDER ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $5 MILLION RETURNED TO IL-10 CONSTITUENTS THROUGH CASEWORK
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $5 MILLION RETURNED TO IL-10 CONSTITUENTS THROUGH CASEWORK * LINCOLNSHIRE, IL -Today, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement after his team returned more than $5 million to IL-10 constituents this year through resolving casework issues like delayed Social Security benefits, IRS tax returns, and VA benefits. If you are having an issue   more
SCHNEIDER, GILLIBRAND CALL FOR HEARINGS AFTER NAVY DISCLOSES 8 ATTEMPETED SUICIDES BY SAILORS IN USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN CARRIER STRIKE GROUP
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER, GILLIBRAND CALL FOR HEARINGS AFTER NAVY DISCLOSES 8 ATTEMPETED SUICIDES BY SAILORS IN USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN CARRIER STRIKE GROUP * Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL-10), a member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), a member of the Senate Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, called for congressional   more
Sempio Food Services Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Stew Products Imported Without the Benefit of Import Reinspection
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued the following recall alert: * * * Sempio Food Services Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Stew Products Imported Without the Benefit of Import Reinspection * WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2026 - Sempio Food Services Inc., located in Cerritos, Calif., is recalling approximately 4,596 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken stew products that were imported from the Republic of Korea without the benefit of impo  more
Sens. Scott, Schiff, Reps. Moran, Sanchez, Jack, Friedman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish a Federal Film Tax Credit to Keep Film and Television Production in the U.S.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Scott, Schiff, Reps. Moran, Sanchez, Jack, Friedman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish a Federal Film Tax Credit to Keep Film and Television Production in the U.S. * Bipartisan, bicameral legislation from lawmakers from film production states follows call for action by President Trump, decades-long push by lawmakers to enact federal credit Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Tim Sco  more
Sidley Represents Certares on Single-Asset Continuation Fund of Guardian Alarm
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Certares on Single-Asset Continuation Fund of Guardian Alarm * Sidley has advised Certares, a leading investment firm focused on travel, tourism, hospitality, and business and consumer services, on its closing of a single-asset continuation fund to extend its partnership with Guardian Alarm (Guardian). The new investor group was led by funds managed b  more
Sidley Represents Rexel in Its US$1.4 Billion Acquisition of GCG
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Rexel in Its US$1.4 Billion Acquisition of GCG * Sidley is representing Rexel (Euronext Paris: RXL) in its US$1.4 billion acquisition of GCG from Audax Private Equity. GCG provides specialized wire, cable, connectivity, power, and engineered products and services to customers across critical infrastructure markets. The acquisition is expected to broade  more
Sidley Represents Star51 Capital in Its Investment in UltraSight's US$24 Million Financing
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Star51 Capital in Its Investment in UltraSight's US$24 Million Financing * Sidley represented Star51 Capital in connection with its investment in UltraSight(tm), a leader in AI-guided cardiac workflows, as part of the company's US$24 million Series B2 financing. The financing was led by Alive HealthTech Growth Fund, with additional participation from D  more
Sidley Wins Two Honors at the Benchmark Litigation Europe Awards 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Wins Two Honors at the Benchmark Litigation Europe Awards 2026 * Sidley has been named the winner in two categories at the Benchmark Europe Awards 2026. Sidley has been recognized as the "Sanctions & Trade Disputes Firm of the Year," while Jonathan Lafferty has been named the "Western Europe Future Star." The recognition celebrates "the most outstanding firms an  more
SIU Researchers Build Robot, AI to Detect Soybean Diseases Before Symptoms Appear
CARBONDALE, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * September 24, 2026 SIU researchers build robot, AI to detect soybean diseases before symptoms appear CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Harvest season is underway for soybean farmers across Illinois. Each plant among their crops is valuable, contributing to their yield and overall profit. A big issue that can eat into that small profit margin is plant diseases -- so researchers at Southern Illinois Unive  more
Six Surgeons Honored With 2026 ACS/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Six Surgeons Honored with 2026 ACS/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards American College of Surgeons/Pfizer awards recognize surgeons' efforts to bring quality surgical care to patients worldwide - CHICAGO (September 25, 2026) -- Six distinguished surgeons with leadership positions in global health across the nation and abroad will be recognized for their relentless effor  more
Speech Language Pathology Student Overcomes Health Obstacles With Help From Family, Friends and Rush Community
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Rush University Medical Center posted the following news: * * * Speech Language Pathology Student Overcomes Health Obstacles With Help From Family, Friends and Rush Community * Madison Moore, a Speech Language Pathology student at Rush University, couldn't think of a better way to spend the first few days of spring break 2025. She had a shopping day and ate dinner at her favorite restaurant with her family in the Chicago suburbs. It was the perfect day -until i  more
Statement from John Conrad, President & CEO, iBIO, on Lundbeck's U.S. Headquarters Announcement
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 [Category: Biology] -- The Illinois Biotechnology Innovation Organization issued the following news release: * * * Statement from John Conrad, President & CEO, iBIO, on Lundbeck's U.S. Headquarters Announcement * "Lundbeck's U.S. business was built in Illinois. It grew out of Ovation Pharmaceuticals in Deerfield, and the leadership that launched and built it came from our community. That talent will continue to shape Lundbeck's growth, and we're proud of what they  more
The Long Pipeline: How Global Fuel Shocks Reshape the Michigan Economy
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * The Long Pipeline: How Global Fuel Shocks Reshape the Michigan Economy * When oil prices jump after a geopolitical crisis, everyone notices the pain at the gas pump. But the economic consequences extend far beyond higher fuel bills, and they are not distributed evenly across the country. For Michigan, a state built around manufacturing, agriculture, truc  more
Train Towns: Normal, Ill.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Train Towns: Normal, Ill. * Can you travel to Normal, Illinois by Amtrak? Yes, and in Normal, the train station doesn't sit on the edge of town. It sits in the middle of community life. In this full episode of Train Towns, host Ken Altman travels through Normal, Illinois, to see how Amtrak train travel has become part of the way this community lives, works, studies and stays connected. The j  more
UL Solutions Launches Certification Program for Emerging Power Technology Supporting AI Data Centers
NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Sept. 24 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- UL Solutions, a company that says it delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, issued the following news release: * * * UL Solutions Launches Certification Program for Emerging Power Technology Supporting AI Data Centers * * AI systems require large amounts of electricity, increasing the need for more efficient ways to power data center equipment. * T  more
WIU Student Earns Data for Social Impact Certificate from Washington University in St. Louis
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Student Earns Data for Social Impact Certificate from Washington University in St. Louis * MACOMB, IL - - Western Illinois University graduate student, Winter Hurst-Leadicker, has earned a Certificate in Data for Social Impact from the Center for Social Development at the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, MO, expanding her expertise in data-informed decision-making, public  more