Sunday - October 4, 2026

News Tipoffs - Illinois Editors

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AAR accelerates its aftermarket platform strategy by agreeing to acquire a controlling interest in MRO Holdings
WOOD DALE, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizAerospace] -- AAR, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, posted the following news release: * * * AAR accelerates its aftermarket platform strategy by agreeing to acquire a controlling interest in MRO Holdings * Download the full acquisition release, including the Adjusted EBITDA table * * * Acquisition significantly enhances AAR's scale, margins, and cash flow profile * Adds more than $1 billion in rev  more
AAR reports first quarter fiscal year 2027 results
WOOD DALE, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizAerospace] -- AAR, a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, posted the following news release: * * * AAR reports first quarter fiscal year 2027 results * Download full earnings release, including financial statements and tables. Wood Dale, Illinois, September 28, 2026 -AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) (the "Company" or "AAR"), a leading parts, repair, and software platform in the aviation aftermarket, reported today financial r  more
American College of Surgeons: 15 Million Americans Live in a County With No General Surgeon
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 (TNSxrep) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * 15 Million Americans Live in a County With No General Surgeon A new study in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons compares, for the first time, the surgeon supply across 12 surgical specialties, county by county, with an interactive data visualization available to the public September 28, 2026 Key Takeaways * A new study from the American College of Surgeons and the  more
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: How the Working Families Tax Cut is Helping Barbershops and Salons
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * How the Working Families Tax Cut is Helping Barbershops and Salons Evan Honore and John Kartch 09/28/2026 In addition to No Tax on Tips, the Working Families Tax Cut is helping barbershops and salons with a provision called 45B, which facilitates customer tips on credit cards without triggering on unfair tax. This is the same treatment restaurants have had for decades, which is now finally available to b  more
Annual Pinellas Park Backpack Giveaway Renamed in Honor of Dr. Daniel Strauss
LOMBARD, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * Annual Pinellas Park Backpack Giveaway Renamed in Honor of Dr. Daniel Strauss * On Saturday, August 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Pinellas Park Medical District (PPMD) hosted its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive, newly renamed the Dr. Daniel Strauss Memorial Backpack Event to honor his legacy and far-reaching impact on the community. Dr. Strauss was a dedicated local leader whose servi  more
Arreola Receives WIU Presidential Scholarship 2026-27
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Arreola Receives WIU Presidential Scholarship 2026-27 * MACOMB, IL - - Freshmen Emmanuel Arreola of Bellwood, IL, has been named a recipient of the Western Illinois University President's Scholarship, in conjunction with the AIM High Commitment scholarship. These scholarships cover four years of tuition, fees, a double residence hall room and a standard board for eight semesters. "We are prou  more
Associate Dean Daryl Lim featured in Privacy, AI, and Tech Works Worth Your Attention
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 28 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Associate Dean Daryl Lim featured in Privacy, AI, and Tech Works Worth Your Attention * CARLISLE, PA-H. Laddie Montague Jr. Chair in Law and Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Partnerships Daryl Lim's article, "Polyphonic AI Regulation," was featured in Solove's Privacy, AI, and Tech Works Worth Your Attention, a curated selection of recent scholarship on privacy,  more
Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture: Winners Announced for the 2026 Timber in The City 6 - Urban Habitats Competition
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture issued the following news: * * * Winners Announced for the 2026 TIMBER IN THE CITY 6: Urban Habitats Competition Students and Faculty Recognized for Innovative Designs Using Lumber - Washington, D.C., September 28, 2026 - Think Wood and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) are pleased to announce the winners of the Timber in the City 6: Urban Habitats Competition. The sixth installment of  more
Attorney General Bonta Announces Settlement with Corteva to Restore Competition to Pesticide Market
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Announces Settlement with Corteva to Restore Competition to Pesticide Market * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and a coalition of 12 attorneys general in securing a settlement with agricultural chemical company Corteva, Inc. resolving the lawsuit challenging the company's use of loyalty rebate progra  more
Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Flawed Environmental Assessment for Commercial Drone Delivery Operations
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 28 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Flawed Environmental Assessment for Commercial Drone Delivery Operations * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a multistate coalition in filing a lawsuit challenging the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) insufficient evaluation of the environmental consequences of commercial drone package deliver  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LAUNCHES ELECTION MONITORING, ENCOURAGES ILLINOIS VOTERS TO MAKE A VOTING PLAN TODAY
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LAUNCHES ELECTION MONITORING, ENCOURAGES ILLINOIS VOTERS TO MAKE A VOTING PLAN TODAY * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced that teams of assistant attorneys general and investigators from his office will begin election monitoring today as early voting has begun in many areas of the state. It has been the longstanding practice of the Attorney  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, FTC SECURE $35 MILLION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN CASE AGAINST CORTEVA TO LOWER PESTICIDE PRICES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, FTC SECURE $35 MILLION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN CASE AGAINST CORTEVA TO LOWER PESTICIDE PRICES * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of coalition of 12 attorneys general, and the Federal Trade Commission today announced they have secured a $35 million proposed settlement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc. that will lead to lower pestici  more
Attorney General Rayfield Wins Court Order Keeping the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Funded
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 28 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Wins Court Order Keeping the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Funded * #Federal judge rules the Trump Administration can't starve the agency of funds allocated by Congress Attorney General Dan Rayfield is celebrating a ruling by a federal judge in Oregon keeping the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) funded. The judge ruled that the Trump Ad  more
Barrett Joins Midwest Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Joins Midwest Colleagues in Introducing Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation * Washington, D.C. -Today, Congressmen Tom Barrett (MI-07), Tim Walberg (MI-05), Hillary Scholten (MI-03), Bill Huizenga (MI-04), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Haley Stevens (MI-11), Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), and Dave Joyce (OH-14) introduced the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act, a bipartisan, bicam  more
Blackburn Earns National Recognition From U.S. News and Washington Monthly
CARLINVILLE, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- Blackburn College issued the following news: * * * Blackburn Earns National Recognition from U.S. News and Washington Monthly September 28, 2026 Blackburn Rises in Social Mobility, Earns Top Private Schools Recognition, and Again Ranks Highest Among Illinois' Bachelor's Colleges - Blackburn College earned national recognition in the latest college rankings from U.S. News & World Report and Washington Monthly, including a top-10 ranking for social mobility  more
Borealis Trains Reach Half-Million Customer Milestone
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Borealis Trains Reach Half-Million Customer Milestone * More than 2.2 million Amtrak passengers between St. Paul & Chicago since May 2024 ST. PAUL, Minn., and CHICAGO - Amtrak and the partner states of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois are reporting strong customer demand for the Borealis trains between St. Paul and Chicago: more than 500,000 guests have ridden the daily train since service b  more
Chris Harvey Appointed Managing Partner of Mayer Brown's London Office
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * 28 September 2026 Chris Harvey Appointed Managing Partner of Mayer Brown's London Office London - Mayer Brown is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Harvey as Managing Partner of its London office, effective 1st October, 2026. Chris succeeds Dominic Griffiths who, having held the position since 2022, will focus on his new leadership role as a member of the firm's global Management Committee. Ch  more
Colorado, FTC settlement with Corteva, Inc. lowers pesticide prices for farmers
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 28 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Colorado, FTC settlement with Corteva, Inc. lowers pesticide prices for farmers * Sept. 28, 2026 (DENVER) - Colorado, along with the Federal Trade Commission and a bipartisan coalition of state attorneys general, has secured a settlement agreement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva, Inc. that will lead to lower pesticide prices for farmers, Attorney General Phil Weiser announc  more
Connecticut Commentary Highlights Boater Education, Responsible Wakesurfing and Access to Public Waterways
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Connecticut Commentary Highlights Boater Education, Responsible Wakesurfing and Access to Public Waterways * An opinion piece by Christopher Perry, Sales Manager at Candlewood East Marina in Brookfield, Connecticut, was recently published in the CT Mirror. The piece highlights the importance of boater education and clear, consistent statewide rules to ens  more
Consumer Reports Statement: California Children's Diaper Ingredient Transparency Bill Signed Into Law
YONKERS, New York, Sept. 29 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Reports Statement: California Children's Diaper Ingredient Transparency Bill Signed Into Law September 28, 2026 SACRAMENTO, CA -- California Governor Gavin Newsom today signed into law a vital ingredient transparency bill for children's diapers (AB 1901). The measure will require manufacturers of children's diapers to disclose the intentionally added ingredients in their products, both on produ  more
DOE Argonne National Laboratory: Gravity as Guardian - Power of Passive Safety in Advanced Nuclear Reactors
ARGONNE, Illinois, Sept. 29 (TNSxrep) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Gravity as guardian: The power of passive safety in advanced nuclear reactors Argonne uses a one-of-a-kind facility to map the effect of power and other factors on passive safety for advanced nuclear reactors September 28, 2026 Argonne research shows what happens in a Reactor Cavity Cooling System design when decay heat and tank connections change at di  more
Durbin Previews Tomorrow's Judiciary Committee Hearing With Former Special Counsel Jack Smith
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.28.2026 Durbin Previews Tomorrow's Judiciary Committee Hearing With Former Special Counsel Jack Smith WASHINGTON - In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, previewed tomorrow's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing with former Special Counsel Jack Smith.   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, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * 09.25.2026 Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Allowing Trump Administration To Proceed With Flawed Voter Screening Database Ahead Of Midterms 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 Administ  more
EEOC Sues Continental Inn for Pregnancy Discrimination and Retaliation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Sues Continental Inn for Pregnancy Discrimination and Retaliation * Federal lawsuit charges hotel group with harassing and firing pregnant worker after she complained of discrimination OKLAHOMA CITY -Continental Inn, a hotel group operating multiple locations in Oklahoma and Texas through various entities, including Continental Inn III, LLC, Continental Inn, LLC, and Continental  more
Eight Renowned Surgeons Receive Honorary ACS Fellowship
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Eight Renowned Surgeons Receive Honorary ACS Fellowship September 27, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Honorary Fellowships in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) were awarded to eight highly recognized surgeons from around the world at this year's ACS Clinical Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C. Conferral of Honorary Fellowship in the ACS began in 1913 upon the founding of the ACS. Individuals selec  more
EIU Alumni Association to honor nine alumni for service, leadership and lasting impact, including President Kimberly Hollingsworth
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news: * * * EIU Alumni Association to honor nine alumni for service, leadership and lasting impact, including President Kimberly Hollingsworth * Olive-Harvey College President Kimberly Hollingsworth Named 2026 Distinguished Alumna by Eastern Illinois University. (Charleston, IL) - Eastern Illinois University (EIU) will recognize nine alumni whose careers and lives reflect the many ways an EIU education can extend w  more
ELPC Sues USDA Over New Rules Blocking Solar Funding for Rural America
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The Environmental Law and Policy Center issued the following news release: * * * ELPC Sues USDA Over New Rules Blocking Solar Funding for Rural America Lawsuit says USDA broke the law by cutting off farmers who already applied or were approved for federal solar funding - Washington, DC, Sept. 28, 2026 - The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) and Earthjustice today filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) challenging USDA's effort  more
Enjoy these fall exhibitions across UChicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Enjoy these fall exhibitions across UChicago * As the ivy changes colors and classes get underway, exhibitions across the University of Chicago are opening to the public. From Anatolian kings to immersive digital art and Nigerian bodybuilders, check out these fall offerings across campus. Created Equal: The Premises and Promises of the Declaration of Independence Regenstein Library, The Hanna Holbor  more
Environmental Law & Policy Center: Fuel Economy Standards Will Force Americans to Pay More at the Pump, Increase Emissions
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The Environmental Law and Policy Center issued the following news release: * * * September 28, 2026 New Fuel Economy Standards Will Force Americans to Pay More at the Pump, Increase Emissions "The true winners here are the fossil fuel companies that will see greater profits" - Washington, DC. - Today, the Trump administration's National Highway Transportation Safety Administration announced new fuel economy standards that will dramatically drop the requiremen  more
Extremist Content Online: Finnish Rap Group Promotes Active Club Movement on YouTube and Spotify
NEW YORK, Sept. 28 [Category: Sociological] -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release: * * * Extremist Content Online: Finnish Rap Group Promotes Active Club Movement on YouTube and Spotify * (New York, N.Y.) -The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports on the methods used by extremists and terrorist groups on the Internet to spread propaganda and incite violence. In this week's issue: * ISIS Activity Roundup * ISIS Al-Naba Editorial Encourages Overcoming Challen  more
Farm and Solar Groups Sue USDA Over New Rules Blocking Solar Funding for Rural America
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 29 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * September 28, 2026 Farm and Solar Groups Sue USDA Over New Rules Blocking Solar Funding for Rural America Lawsuit says USDA broke the law by cutting off farmers who already applied or were approved for federal solar funding - Washington, D.C. -- Today, the Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) and Earthjustice filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) challenging USDA's e  more
First Mid Ag Services Highlights Continued Growth in Professional Farm Management
MATTOON, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- First Mid Bancshares issued the following news release: * * * First Mid Ag Services Highlights Continued Growth in Professional Farm Management New industry survey shows professionally managed Illinois farmland has increased 156% since 2016, with continued growth expected over the next decade - Bloomington, IL (September 28, 2026) A new industry survey shows significant growth in professional farm management across Illinois, a trend First Mid Ag Services says   more
Free UChicago talks on origins of universe, dark matter and physics to commemorate 50 years of discovery
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Free UChicago talks on origins of universe, dark matter and physics to commemorate 50 years of discovery * Half a century ago, scientists at the University of Chicago's Enrico Fermi Institute helped invent a new way to study the universe: by treating the Big Bang itself as a laboratory to explore nature at energy scales unreachable on earth. This fall, nine of the researchers who carry that legacy for  more
Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 28 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy * #In Brief * Near-daily cannabis users with drug-resistant epilepsy had over twice as many convulsive seizures as nonusers. * Users became medication-resistant faster, reaching specialized care five years after their first seizure, versus 18 years for nonusers. * Findings show association, not causation; larger studies are planned. Ad  more
FTC, States Win Protections to Lower Pesticide Prices for American Farmers in Antitrust Case Against Corteva
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC, States Win Protections to Lower Pesticide Prices for American Farmers in Antitrust Case Against Corteva * The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of state attorneys general have secured a significant settlement agreement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc. that will lead to lower pesticide prices for American farmers. Under the terms of the settlement, Corteva will dismantle   more
Gov. Braun Drives Indiana Unemployment Rate to Lowest in the Region
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 28 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Braun Drives Indiana Unemployment Rate to Lowest in the Region * INDIANAPOLIS - Under Indiana Governor Mike Braun's leadership, Indiana's unemployment rate has fallen to 3.3%, positioning the Hoosier state among the region's lowest and well below the national rate of 4.1%. Since Gov. Braun took office, the state's unemployment rate has declined by 0.7 percentage points and reached i  more
Heidelberg Ranked For The First Time Since 2022
WACO, Texas, Sept. 28 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Heidelberg Ranked For The First Time Since 2022 * One week after their monumental upset of Mount Union, Heidelberg is still winning. The 'Berg blanked Muskingum, 56-0, to record their second shutout of the 2026 season and moved their record to 4-0. The win vaulted Heidelberg into the AFCA Division III Coaches Poll, presented by GoRout Gridiron, for the first time since Septe  more
Hyatt Regency Jiaxing Nanhu Opens in the Heart of Jiaxing's South Lake District
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt Regency Jiaxing Nanhu Opens in the Heart of Jiaxing's South Lake District * Adding New Lakeside Hotel to China's Historic Water Town, the 201-room hotel blends contemporary comfort with Jiangnan elegance CHICAGO (September 28, 2026) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Jiaxing Nanhu, marking the debut of   more
IBEX Pavilions and Trade Routes Create More Connected, Focused Experience
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * IBEX Pavilions and Trade Routes Create More Connected, Focused Experience * The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), returning to the Tampa Convention Center October 6-8, is introducing an expanded collection of Pavilions, Specialty Areas and Trade Routes designed to help attendees more efficiently discover the products, technolog  more
Illinois APEX Accelerator at SIU Celebrates Contractors Surrounding National APEX Day
CARBONDALE, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * September 28, 2026 Illinois APEX Accelerator at SIU celebrates contractors surrounding National APEX Day CARBONDALE, Ill. -- The Illinois APEX Accelerator at Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate National APEX Day 2026 on Thursday, Oct. 8. The day is part of a week of events focused on recognizing area contractors, sharing their successes and helping businesses pursue new  more
Illinois Institute of Technology: Doctoral Student Wins Prestigious Fellowship for Low-Income Housing Research
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- The Illinois Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * Doctoral Student Wins Prestigious Fellowship for Low-Income Housing Research 09/28/2026 An Illinois Institute of Technology School of Architecture doctoral student has been awarded the highly competitive American Doctoral Fellowship from the American Association of University Women, the oldest non-institutional source of doctoral funding in the nation. Aamena Mubarak Bakarmom (M.ARC  more
Illinois researchers look at how graphic design can transform the built environment
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Illinois researchers look at how graphic design can transform the built environment * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Graphic design in urban spaces has the potential to invite community participation and signal belonging. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign architecture professor Joseph Altshuler and graphic design professor Nekita Thomas examine how a reimagining of graphics in the bui  more
Illinois Wesleyan University Earns Three National Recognitions in 2027 College Rankings
BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Illinois Wesleyan University posted the following news release: * * * Illinois Wesleyan University Earns Three National Recognitions in 2027 College Rankings * BLOOMINGTON, Ill. -Illinois Wesleyan University earned three national recognitions for its academic quality, exceptional student outcomes and undergraduate experience at a time of growing momentum and investment across the university. The latest recognition from U.S. News & World Report, TIME, and T  more
Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report
DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 28 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report * Sept. 21-27, 2026 DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 28, 2026) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week  more
Kaptur, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts * Toledo, OH -Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04), Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11), Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14), Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and Congressman Tom Barre  more
Kirkland Advises Hibernia Resources on Closing of Inaugural $580 Million PDP Asset-Backed Securitization
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Advises Hibernia Resources on Closing of Inaugural $580 Million PDP Asset-Backed Securitization * Kirkland & Ellis advised NGP portfolio company Hibernia Resources IV, LLC, in connection with the closing of its inaugural $580 million asset-backed securitization of PDP upstream oil assets. The issuance represents the first-of-its-kind upstream PDP ABS trans  more
Kirkland Represents AAR CORP. on Acquisition of a Controlling Interest in MRO Holdings
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Represents AAR CORP. on Acquisition of a Controlling Interest in MRO Holdings * Kirkland & Ellis advised AAR CORP., a leading parts, repair and software platform in the aviation aftermarket, on its definitive agreement to acquire a 65% controlling interest in MRO Holdings, a leading global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, at an implie  more
Kirkland Represents AE Industrial-Backed REDLattice in Public Listing Transaction
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Represents AE Industrial-Backed REDLattice in Public Listing Transaction * Kirkland & Ellis represented AE Industrial Partners portfolio company REDLattice, a leading operational cyber intelligence platform providing integrated technology solutions for critical national security and intelligence missions, in its definitive business combination agreement wi  more
Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 206-Unit Multifamily Property in Fort Wayne, Ind.
ENCINO, California, Sept. 29 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 206-Unit Multifamily Property in Fort Wayne, Ind. FORT WAYNE, Ind., Sept. 28, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Shoaff Park Villas, a 206-unit multifamily property in Fort Wayne, Indiana. "Shoaff Park Villas  more
Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 32,600-Square-Foot Retail Property in Elgin, Illinois
ENCINO, California, Sept. 29 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of 32,600-Square-Foot Retail Property in Elgin, Illinois ELGIN, Ill., Sept. 28, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of High Point Plaza, a 32,600-square-foot unanchored retail property in Elgin, Illinois. "We repres  more
Montana's Dominant Run Game Destroys UC Davis
WACO, Texas, Sept. 28 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Montana's Dominant Run Game Destroys UC Davis * Montana running back Eli Gillman set a school single-game rushing record with 275 yards and added a career high four rushing touchdowns as the Grizz dominated UC Davis, 62-22. Montana kept their No. 4 ranking in this week's AFCA FCS Coaches Poll while the Aggies dropped to No. 15. Gillman's four rushing touchdowns gave him 60 f  more
NASBLA Conference Highlights Boater Education, Industry Engagement
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NASBLA Conference Highlights Boater Education, Industry Engagement * On Sept. 15-17, the NMMA joined boating law leaders from across the country for the 67th Annual National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Conference in Knoxville. As the conference's Presenting Sponsor, NMMA reinforced the recreational boating industry's commitmen  more
New faculty members expand Salve's teaching and research expertise
NEWPORT, Rhode Island., Sept. 28 -- Salve Regina University posted the following news: * * * New faculty members expand Salve's teaching and research expertise * Our Salve Regina University community continues to grow. Along with 600 new students, in fall 2026 we welcome nine new faculty members to Salve's full-time ranks. They bring with them an impressive scope of expertise, depth in their fields and enthusiasm for teaching and guiding both inside and outside the classroom. Be sure to say   more
No Huskie Goes Hungry advances student success at NIU through support from Joe and Giselle Intrakamhang and Northern Illinois Food Bank
DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * No Huskie Goes Hungry advances student success at NIU through support from Joe and Giselle Intrakamhang and Northern Illinois Food Bank * Student success depends on more than what happens in the classroom. At NIU, that means ensuring students have the resources they need to stay healthy, focused and on track toward graduation. As communities across the country recognize Hunger Action Day on September  more
Northern Illinois University: Partnering for Nursing Degree Pathways
DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Partnering for Nursing Degree Pathways * September 28, 2026 jdonahue College of Health and Human Sciences, Nursing, School of Nursing Nursing students at Waubonsee Community College now have a direct, streamlined pathway to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Northern Illinois University (NIU). Under the agreement, Waubonsee students who complete their Associate in Applied Science in Nursin  more
Northern Trust Asset Management Plans to Convert Six Mutual Funds to ETFs
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Asset Management Plans to Convert Six Mutual Funds to ETFs * CHICAGO -Northern Trust Asset Management, a leading global investment management firm with US$1.6 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, announced plans to convert six Northern Trust mutual funds into ETFs in the first quarter of 2027.  more
Northern Trust Wealth Management Expands Family Office Solutions Team in New York
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Wealth Management Expands Family Office Solutions Team in New York * NEW YORK - Northern Trust Wealth Management is expanding its Family Office Solutions team in New York with the addition of Robert Ludricks III as Managing Director, Northeast Region, and Olof Akesson as Investment Director. Family Office Soluti  more
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: Preparing Lawyers for Technologies That Will Continue to Change
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news: * * * Where AI Meets the Law 09.28.2026 Preparing Lawyers for Technologies That Will Continue to Change - Technology has always changed the practice of law. New tools reshape how lawyers find and analyze information, communicate with clients, build businesses, resolve disputes, and serve institutions. While the technologies will continually change, the responsibility of legal  more
Northwestern University: Wearable Nanotech Could Combat Nerve Agents
EVANSTON, Illinois, Sept. 28 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Wearable nanotech could combat nerve agents Water-activated nanoparticles absorb deadly toxins faced by soldiers and farmers September 28, 2026 * New material could be added to clothing to negate a fatal nerve agent * Melanin inspired by fungi could be added to the dying process of clothes to make them safer for farmers and soldiers alike * Within 10 minutes, the amount of the potenti  more
Roger S. Foster, Jr., MD, FACS, and Baiba J. Grube, MD, FACS, Are the ACS Foundation Distinguished Philanthropists of the Year
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Roger S. Foster, Jr., MD, FACS, and Baiba J. Grube, MD, FACS, Are the ACS Foundation Distinguished Philanthropists of the Year September 27, 2026 WASHINGTON -- The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Foundation announced Roger S. Foster, Jr., MD, FACS, and Baiba J. Grube, MD, FACS, as the recipients of its prestigious Distinguished Philanthropist Award, which was presented during the ACS C  more
Schakowsky, Booker, Colleagues Reintroduce Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act to Repeal Harmful Helms Amendment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Schakowsky, Booker, Colleagues Reintroduce Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act to Repeal Harmful Helms Amendment * #On International Safe Abortion Day, lawmakers renew effort to expand access to abortion care around the world WASHINGTON - Today, on International Safe Abortion Day, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the Abortion is Health Ca  more
Sidley Advises on National Stock Exchange of India's US$2.36 Billion IPO -- India's Largest This Year
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Advises on National Stock Exchange of India's US$2.36 Billion IPO -- India's Largest This Year * Sidley advised the book-running lead managers and the marketing book running lead manager on the approximately US$2.36 billion initial public offering (IPO) of equity shares of National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE). The shares were listed on the BSE on Septem  more
Sidley Expands Private Equity Practice With James Sherlock in London
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Expands Private Equity Practice With James Sherlock in London * London - Sidley is pleased to announce that James Sherlock has joined the Firm's M&A and Private Equity Practice as a partner in London. He joins from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where he was a member of their Private Equity Group. Mr. Sherlock advises financial sponsors on a wide rang  more
Sidley Represents Bluevine in Its US$340 Million Acquisition by Valley National Bank
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Bluevine in Its US$340 Million Acquisition by Valley National Bank * Sidley represented Bluevine Inc., a fintech company providing digital banking solutions for small businesses, in its agreement to be acquired by Valley National Bancorp for approximately US$340 million. The transaction will add Bluevine's digital platform, which serves approximately 1  more
Sidley Represents Electronics for Imaging in Its Combination With Agfa's Digital Printing Solutions Business
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Electronics for Imaging in Its Combination With Agfa's Digital Printing Solutions Business * Sidley is representing Electronics for Imaging, Inc. (EFI) in its combination with Agfa-Gevaert N.V.'s Digital Printing Solutions business (Agfa DPS). Under the definitive agreement, an affiliate of Siris Capital Group, LLC will hold a 60% interest and Agfa DPS  more
Sidley Represents Special Committee of Slate Grocery REIT in Its US$2.3 Billion Sale to Brixmor and Everview Partners
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents Special Committee of Slate Grocery REIT in Its US$2.3 Billion Sale to Brixmor and Everview Partners * Sidley is representing the special committee of independent trustees of Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.UN), an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate, in its all-cash acquisition by a joint venture between Brixmor Property Group Inc. (Br  more
Simulation brings nursing education to life at NIU
DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Simulation brings nursing education to life at NIU * September 28, 2026 jdonahue CHHS, College of Health and Human Sciences, Nursing, School of Nursing, Uncategorized For nursing students, learning to care for patients involves more than textbooks and lectures. At NIU's School of Nursing, simulation gives students the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice, make clinical decisions and build  more
SIU Carbondale Moves Forward With Teaching Greenhouse Project
CARBONDALE, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * September 28, 2026 SIU Carbondale moves forward with teaching greenhouse project CARBONDALE, Ill. - Southern Illinois University Carbondale, in partnership with the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), is moving forward with a teaching greenhouse project that will support new instructional and research spaces for SIU's crop, forestry and horticulture programs in the College of Agricul  more
SIUE's Collegiate 100 Chapter Hosts Voter Registration Day for Students
EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE's Collegiate 100 Chapter Hosts Voter Registration Day for Students * On National Voter Registration Day (Sept. 15), Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's chapter of Collegiate 100 hosted a Voter Registration Day, registering students and encouraging them to see their vote as consequential ahead of upcoming elections. The event drew students at every stage of civi  more
Stacy Davis Gates: Every Child Deserves Protection as Trump Administration Rolls Back School Civil Rights Enforcement
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * Stacy Davis Gates: Every Child Deserves Protection as Trump Administration Rolls Back School Civil Rights Enforcement * CHICAGO-A statement from Chicago Teachers Union and Illinois Federation of Teachers President Stacy Davis Gates on the recent moves by the Trump Administration to roll back protections for Black, Brown and LGBTQIA students: "Every child deserves to attend a   more
Statement of ABA President Barbara J. Howard Re: Voters Can Prepare for November Elections Now
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news: * * * Statement of ABA President Barbara J. Howard Re: Voters can prepare for November elections now CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2026 -- With the November midterm elections approaching, news reports indicate that many voters have raised questions about the process. The American Bar Association is sharing resources to help voters understand their rights, make informed decisions, know that the election process is secu  more
Stony Brook University Professor Daniel Klein Receives a 2027 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Psychological...
STONY BROOK, New York, Sept. 28 -- The State University of New York Stony Brook University posted the following news: * * * Stony Brook University Professor Daniel Klein Receives a 2027 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Psychological... * STONY BROOK, NY-September 28, 2026-The State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook (Stony Brook University) Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology Daniel Klein has been awarded a 2027 Association for Psychological S  more
Surgical Oncologist Dr. Timothy J. Eberlein of St. Louis Installed as 2026-2027 ACS President
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Surgical Oncologist Dr. Timothy J. Eberlein of St. Louis Installed as 2026-2027 ACS President WASHINGTON (September 27, 2026) -- Timothy J. Eberlein, MD, FACS, FRCS (Glasg)(Hon), FRCSEd (Hon), MAMSE, a renowned surgical oncologist and long-serving past Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of American College of Surgeons (JACS), was installed as the 107th President of the American College of Surg  more
Tactacam Announces Sale to GTCR
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- GTCR, a private equity firm, issued the following news release: * * * Tactacam Announces Sale to GTCR Partnership to Support Go-To-Market Execution and Broader Distribution of Tactacam's Cellular Trail and Security Cameras BILLINGS, MT, and CHICAGO, IL -- September 28, 2026 Tactacam (the "Company"), a market leader in cellular-connected cameras for the outdoor and security markets, today announced the closing of its sale to GTCR, a leading private equity firm,  more
The Rock Snowpark Settles EEOC Religious Discrimination Suit Over Social Media Posts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * The Rock Snowpark Settles EEOC Religious Discrimination Suit Over Social Media Posts * Sports park and events venue settles federal lawsuit charging it fired lift operations manager because of his religion MILWAUKEE -Crystal Ridge Ski Area, doing business as The Rock Snowpark, a winter sports park and summer events venue in Franklin, Wisconsin, will pay $20,000 and be subject to two   more
TransUnion Appoints Malte Bernholz as Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 28 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release: * * * TransUnion Appoints Malte Bernholz as Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer * Malte Bernholz will join TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer, effective today. In this newly created role, Bernholz will lead TransUnion's Enterprise Strategy and Corporate Development function  more
University of Arkansas: English Professor Longlisted for National Book Award for Young People's Literature
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 29 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * English Professor Longlisted for National Book Award for Young People's Literature Sep. 28, 2026 Dr. Eric Darnell Pritchard, Brown Chair of English Literacy, director of the Community Literacies Collaboratory, and associate professor in the Department of English has been named to the National Book Foundation's prestigious Longlist for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. They ar  more
University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute: Climate Tipping Point Could Change Who Bears the Economic Costs of Global Warming
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 29 -- The University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute issued the following news: * * * Sep 28, 2026 Climate Tipping Point Could Change Who Bears the Economic Costs of Global Warming Climate change is projected to hurt countries in the Global South the hardest, but potential cooling from slowed ocean circulation could upset this expectation. - Climate tipping points--climate system changes that become self-perpetuating--throw a monkey wrench into predictions about  more
University of Pennsylvania Annenberg School for Communication: Can The Field of Communication Handle Another Red Scare?
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 29 -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg School for Communication issued the following news: * * * 28 Sep 2026 Can The Field of Communication Handle Another Red Scare? In a new essay, Professor Victor Pickard traces how redbaiting and the Second Red Scare shaped the early communication field. By Hailey Reissman In the new issue of Journalism History, Professor Victor Pickard writes about how redbaiting, "the process of discrediting -- and ultimately   more
Walberg, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts * Today, Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), David Joyce (R-OH), Haley Stevens (D-MI), Tom Barrett (R-MI), and Hillary Scholten (D-MI) introduced the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill to bolster  more
Washington, FTC settlement lowers pesticide prices for farmers
OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 28 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington, FTC settlement lowers pesticide prices for farmers * The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of states - including Washington - have secured a proposed settlement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc. that will lead to lower pesticide prices for farmers. The proposed settlement, filed in court late Friday, curbs Corteva's anticompetitive schemes t  more
WIU Nursing Students Participate in World Patient Safety Day
MACOMB, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Nursing Students Participate in World Patient Safety Day * MACOMB, IL. -Western Illinois University School of Nursing and Applied Health and Human Performance students participated in a special World Patient Safety Day 2026 activity on Sept. 17. "I want students to understand that every nurse has a role in improving patient safety. This activity allowed them to take what they have been le  more
Wright State University Foundation welcomes four new trustees
KENT, Ohio, Sept. 28 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Wright State University Foundation welcomes four new trustees * The Wright State University Foundation has appointed four new trustees to its Board of Trustees, adding leaders in education, healthcare, finance and accounting who bring decades of professional expertise and strong ties to the university. The new trustees are Justin Blevins, Chris Brookshire, Kevin Chriske and Chris Snyder. Justin Blevins '19 Ju  more