Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Maryland
ACLJ Files 20 Public Records Demands To Take On Noncitizen Voting
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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ACLJ Files 20 Public Records Demands To Take On Noncitizen Voting
By Jordan Sekulow November 5
It started with an investigation in Cheverly, Maryland.
After obtaining a supplemental voter registry through a public records fight, the ACLJ reviewed the names against publicly available voter data. What we found was deeply concerning: at least 25% of the names on the town's so-called "Non-citizen" Vot
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AG Rayfield Wins Case Protecting Funding for Oregon Youth Programs
SALEM, Oregon, Nov. 4 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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AG Rayfield Wins Case Protecting Funding for Oregon Youth Programs
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Federal judge reverses the federal administration's illegal conditions on funding, including $667,119 for Oregon youth programs
Attorney General Dan Rayfield won a court order today protecting federal money that helps at-risk youth turn their lives around. A federal judge ruled the Trump Administration broke the law when
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Attorney General Bonta Reaffirms Support for Federal Legislation to Protect Kids Online
SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 4 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Reaffirms Support for Federal Legislation to Protect Kids Online
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Senate's Kids Online Safety Act allows states to continue critical work to protect children
OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general in reaffirming support for the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), S. 1748
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Attorney General Clark Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Nov. 4 (TNSida) -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release:
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Attorney General Clark Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
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Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a bipartisan coalition of 44 other attorneys general urging Congress to pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), legislation aimed at strengthening online protections for children and teens.
In a letter to congress
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S THREATS TO ACCURATE 2030 CENSUS
CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 4 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S THREATS TO ACCURATE 2030 CENSUS
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Chicago -- Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors, submitted a comment letter strongly opposing the Trump administration's proposed changes to the 2030 census. A proposed rule by the U.S. Census Bureau would upend the upcoming 2030 census by, a
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Attorney General Sunday Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 4 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news:
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Attorney General Sunday Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
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HARRISBURG - Attorney General Dave Sunday joined a bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general urging Congress to pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), legislation aimed at strengthening online protections for children and teens.
The letter calls on Congress
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Attorney General Tong Leads Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Nov. 4 (TNSida) -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Tong Leads Bipartisan Effort Urging Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
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(Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today co-led a bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general urging Congress to pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), legislation aimed at strengthening online protections for children and teens.
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Brady Young assumes role of undergraduate student body president
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Nov. 4 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Brady Young assumes role of undergraduate student body president
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Senior financial management and accounting major Brady Young has assumed the president's role within Clemson Undergraduate Student Government, succeeding Rosie Hanna. Young previously served as vice president in Hanna's administration. He will appoint a successor to his former role in the coming weeks.
"I am incredibly grateful and excited
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Chesapeake Bay Foundation Congratulates Maryland's Elected Leaders
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release:
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Chesapeake Bay Foundation Congratulates Maryland's Elected Leaders
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Incumbents and Incoming Officials Will Play Vital Role in Protecting the Chesapeake Bay
At a critical moment for the environment, local economies, and the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland voters hit the polls yesterday to elect leaders at the federal, state, and county levels. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) congratulates Gove
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Chesapeake Bay Foundation Congratulates Virginia's New Congressional Delegation
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release:
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CBF Congratulates Virginia's New Congressional Delegation
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At a pivotal moment for Chesapeake Bay restoration, Virginia voters have chosen two new members to send to Congress next year. CBF looks forward to assisting the Commonwealth's delegation to the 120th Congress in representing Virginia's key role at the federal level to protect and preserve the Bay.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CB
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CMS Finalizes CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule to Shift from Sick Care to Healthcare and Curb Waste
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release:
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CMS Finalizes CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule to Shift from Sick Care to Healthcare and Curb Waste
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is prioritizing prevention, strengthening primary care, cracking down on duplicate billing, and reinforcing fiscal stewardship across Medicare. A new final rule advancing payment po
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Coppin State University: Eagles Soar to the Polls, Make Their Voices Heard
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 5 -- Coppin State University issued the following news:
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Nov 4 2026
Eagles Soar to the Polls, Make Their Voices Heard
Students, faculty and staff unite for early voting and Election Day initiatives, reinforcing Coppin State's commitment to civic participation.
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BALTIMORE -- Coppin State University students, faculty and staff came together for "Soar to the Polls," a campus initiative encouraging civic engagement and voter participation during the 2026 midter
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DGA Statement on Governor Wes Moore's Victory in Maryland
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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DGA Statement on Governor Wes Moore's Victory in Maryland
Nov 03, 2026
DGA Chair Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear released the following statement on Gov. Wes Moore being re-elected in Maryland:
"Congratulations to Governor Wes Moore on being re-elected governor of Maryland. Governor Moore's lifelong commitment to service drove him to public office, where he's worked hard to get results that make life
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Federal Register: DOEd Seeks Public Comments on 10 Accrediting Agencies Undergoing Review for Recognition
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Accrediting Agencies Currently Undergoing Review for the Purpose of Recognition by the U.S. Secretary of Education
This notice provides information to members of the public on submitting written comments for accrediting agencies currently undergoing review for the purpose of recognition by the Secretary of Education.
DATES:
Comments must
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Giving Thanks by Opening Doors for the Next Generation
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 [Category: Medical] -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Giving Thanks by Opening Doors for the Next Generation
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Most of us can name someone who helped us find our way into post-acute and long-term care (PALTC) medicine. A teacher who made the work come alive. A colleague who encouraged us to take on a new challenge. A mentor who recognized our potential before we recognized it ourselves.
As Thanksgiving approaches
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Horseshoe Casino and Caesars Entertainment Companies to Pay $150,000 in EEOC Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Lawsuit
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release:
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Horseshoe Casino and Caesars Entertainment Companies to Pay $150,000 in EEOC Disability Discrimination and Retaliation Lawsuit
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BALTIMORE -- Casino operators CBAC Borrower, LLC, Caesars Baltimore Management Co., LLC, and Caesars Entertainment, Inc., doing business together as Horseshoe Casino, will pay $150,000 and provide other equitable relief to settle a disability discrimination an
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Johns Hopkins: A Celebration of Johns Hopkins Innovators
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 5 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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A celebration of Johns Hopkins innovators
The university honors winners of its annual Catalyst and Discovery awards while also celebrating nearly $300M in faculty awards made possible through new programs and partnerships
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Johns Hopkins University celebrated the winners of its 2026 Catalyst Awards and Discovery Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the George Peabody Library, as well as teams who have partn
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Johns Hopkins: Webb Space Telescope's Little Red Dots Could Hold Key to First Black Holes
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 5 (TNSjou) -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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Webb Space Telescope's little red dots could hold key to first black holes
Johns Hopkins researchers suspect super-hot discs could contain the primordial objects
By Hannah Robbins
Johns Hopkins researchers searching the expanse of the universe for the existence of the first black holes are zeroing in on little red dots that may hold the key to the theoretical phenomenon.
Using data from the Ja
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Johns Hopkins: What to Know About Flu, COVID-19, and RSV This Fall
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 5 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release:
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What to Know About Flu, COVID-19, and RSV This Fall
Influenza activity is increasing, while RSV and COVID case numbers remain low.
November 04, 2026
As we head into the late fall and winter months, flu cases are beginning to rise in parts of the U.S., even as overall respiratory virus activity remains low. The CDC is predicting a relatively moderate respiratory
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LBJ Women's Campaign School Alumni Elected to Key Offices in November 2026 Election
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 5 -- The University of Texas Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs issued the following news:
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LBJ Women's Campaign School Alumni Elected to Key Offices in November 2026 Election
November 4, 2026
The LBJ Women's Campaign School is celebrating eight alumni who were elected to public office in the November 2026 election!
Three will have the opportunity to continue serving their constituencies, while five have earned the trust of their communities to serve in ele
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Leslie Bayers Named Executive Director of K-State Teaching and Learning Center
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Nov. 5 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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Leslie Bayers named executive director of K-State Teaching and Learning Center
By Emily Boragine, Division of Communications and Marketing
Nov. 4, 2026
Leslie Bayers has been named executive director of Kansas State University's Teaching and Learning Center, effective Dec. 6.
As the university's central hub for teaching excellence and academic innovation, the center serves a critical role in supporting fa
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Leveraging Your Pharmacist to Enhance Team-Based Age-Friendly Care
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 [Category: Medical] -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Leveraging Your Pharmacist to Enhance Team-Based Age-Friendly Care
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By Milta Little, DO, CMD, FPALTC, and Barbara Zarowitz, PharmD, MSW, FPALTC
Clinical Scenario
MJ is an 84-year-old woman who has been in your skilled nursing facility for 18 months following a hospitalization for a fall. She has moderate major neurocognitive impairment (Brief Interview for M
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Lockheed Martin Agrees to Pay $29.5 Million to Resolve Alleged Employment Discrimination Violations
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Agrees to Pay $29.5 Million to Resolve Alleged Employment Discrimination Violations
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WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Equal Employment Commission (EEOC) announced a two-part settlement against Lockheed Martin Corporation, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Lockheed has agreed to pay a total of approximately $29.5 million to resolve alle
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Medicare Outpatient Final Rule Expands Surgical Options, Lowers Out-of-Pocket Costs for 340B Drugs
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release:
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Medicare Outpatient Final Rule Expands Surgical Options, Lowers Out-of-Pocket Costs for 340B Drugs
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A new Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule will expand outpatient surgery options, lower out-of-pocket costs for imaging services and 340B drugs, and strengthen oversight of select services. The rule also updates 202
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NASA Medical Leader Dr. Jade Spurgeon to Speak at Upchurch Auditorium
PEMBROKE, North Carolina, Nov. 4 -- The University of North Carolina Pembroke campus posted the following news:
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NASA Medical Leader Dr. Jade Spurgeon to Speak at Upchurch Auditorium
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Dr. Jade Spurgeon, director of Health and Medical Systems within NASA's Office of the Chief Health and Medical Officer, will visit UNC Pembroke on Nov. 10 to speak with students about careers at the intersection of healthcare, science, business, technology, and human performance.
The event will be held a
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Nation's largest union of registered nurses call for Democrats to pass Medicare for All
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Nov. 4 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United posted the following news release:
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Nation's largest union of registered nurses call for Democrats to pass Medicare for All
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National Nurses United (NNU), the nation's largest union of registered nurses, emphasized that the midterm elections' stunning rebuke of the Trump administration's billionaire-backed agenda is a direct result of voters' anger over the cost of living, including the outrageous cost of healt
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Notre Dame of Maryland University Earns 2026 Transform Mid-Atlantic Engaged Campus Award
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The Notre Dame of Maryland University posted the following news:
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Notre Dame of Maryland University Earns 2026 Transform Mid-Atlantic Engaged Campus Award
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BALTIMORE, Md. -- Notre Dame of Maryland University has been selected for the 2026 Engaged Campus Award by Transform Mid-Atlantic, recognizing the University's commitment to building meaningful community partnerships and preparing students to use their knowledge and skills to make a difference.
Transf
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Notre Dame of Maryland University: Women's Basketball Placed Fifth in United East Preseason Poll
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The Notre Dame of Maryland University posted the following news:
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Women's Basketball Placed Fifth in United East Preseason Poll
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Nurses on midterms: 'Working people have rebuked Trump, billionaire class'
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Nov. 4 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United posted the following news release:
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Nurses on midterms: 'Working people have rebuked Trump, billionaire class'
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National Nurses United, the nation's largest union of registered nurses, released the following statement on midterm election results:
The "blue wave" of Democrat wins in the midterm elections was a thunderous rebuke of the fascist Trump administration and its billionaire-class agenda of war and mili
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Oceantic Statement: Offshore Wind 'Road to Recovery' Begins with Affordable, All-of-the-Above Energy Strategy
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 [Category: BizEnergy] -- The Oceantic Network, formerly the Business Network for Offshore Wind, issued the following news release:
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Oceantic Statement: Offshore Wind 'Road to Recovery' Begins with Affordable, All-of-the-Above Energy Strategy
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BALTIMORE - Democrats won a resounding victory in federal and state elections, winning control of both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives in the U.S. midterms, as voters delivered a decisive repudiation of
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Oklahoma City University: Psy.D. Dissertation Draws National Award
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 5 -- Oklahoma City University issued the following news:
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Psy.D. dissertation draws national award
Nov 4, 2026
When an email arrived from the president of the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN), the recent Oklahoma City University Psy.D. graduate braced herself for a polite rejection. She had submitted her work about how and why children externalize their behavior for consideration of the academy's Outstanding Dissertation Award.
Having been notifie
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People are responsible for Alberta cougar deaths
BETHESDA, Maryland, Nov. 4 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news:
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People are responsible for Alberta cougar deaths
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Humans are responsible for the majority of cougar deaths in Alberta.
Researchers tracked 80 cougars(Puma concolor) in west-central Alberta using radio collars from 2016 to 2021. They documented 37 deaths in that five-year period.
Analysis revealed humans were responsible for 27 of those deaths.
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Prof. Marion Winik Writes About Her Solo Living Situation - and It's Not Solo At All
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Prof. Marion Winik Writes About Her Solo Living Situation - and It's Not Solo At All
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In her latest column in Baltimore Fishbowl, Prof. Marion Winik, who teaches memoir writing, publishing, and more at The University of Baltimore, does some self-assessment and realizes that, far from being the sole occupant of her home in the city's Evergreen neighborhood, she lives at the center of a virtual weigh s
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Researchers Move Closer to Advancing Spinal Cord Injury Care
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- Johns Hopkins Medicine posted the following news release:
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Researchers Move Closer to Advancing Spinal Cord Injury Care
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A biomedical team has completed their first feasibility study to investigate the ability to place a temporary ultrasound device at the site of a spinal cord injury, which supports ongoing research to study its ability to monitor and modulate blood flow after surgery
Following a $13.48 million award from the defense department, a team o
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Surviving Spouse Corner: Council Welcomes New Members
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 [Category: National Defense] -- The Military Officers Association of America issued the following news:
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Surviving Spouse Corner: Council Welcomes New Members
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MOAA's Surviving Spouse Advisory Council welcomed five new members in October. The council was established in 2004 to report to and advise MOAA's president about issues that are important to surviving spouses of uniformed servicemembers. The council also advocates on issues affecting the community and provides
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Taking the Scare Out of Scams
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 [Category: Medical] -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Taking the Scare Out of Scams
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With the rise of AI and growing dependence on social media and online banking and shopping, fraud and scams are rampant. While older adults are among the most common targets, anyone can become a victim as criminals become increasingly savvy. The sheer volume and types of scams may tempt you to go off the grid and keep your money
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TEDCO Announces 2026 Concept Capital Pitch Competition Winner
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release:
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TEDCO Announces 2026 Concept Capital Pitch Competition Winner
Concept Capital Pitch Competition took place at the Entrepreneur Expo on October 27
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COLUMBIA, Md., (November 3, 2026) -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced the winner for the Concept Capital Pitch Competition, Stemora. The pitch competition gave these founders the chance to
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TEDCO Announces Lumenate Medical as 2026 Future Founders: University Innovators Pitch Competition Winner
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release:
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TEDCO Announces Lumenate Medical as 2026 Future Founders: University Innovators Pitch Competition Winner
University Pitch Competition took place at the Entrepreneur Expo on October 27
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COLUMBIA, Md., (November 4, 2026) -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced the winner for the Future Founders: University Innovators Pitch Competition (Univ
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The Verdict Is In: Trauma Is Everywhere
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 [Category: Medical] -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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The Verdict Is In: Trauma Is Everywhere
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When I got a summons for jury duty, I anticipated that I might have to serve on a case. What I didn't expect was to learn about the impact of trauma and the widespread need for trauma-informed care (TIC).
When the time came, the case I was called for involved domestic abuse, harassment, and sexual abuse. The jury pool
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UA climbs into top 10 of best-value rankings for pre-med programs
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 4 -- The University of Akron issued the following news:
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UA climbs into top 10 of best-value rankings for pre-med programs
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For students who are interested in going to medical school someday, the University of Akron (UA) offers unique research opportunities with faculty and community partners, and plenty of support for the complicated med school preparation and application process.
UA's pre-med track through the Bachelor of Science in Biology and B.S. in Biomedical S
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UBalt Law Alumni Secure Positions in 2026 Maryland General Election
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 4 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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UBalt Law Alumni Secure Positions in 2026 Maryland General Election
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The University of Baltimore School of Law prepares graduates to lead and serve in their communities. That commitment was illustrated in Maryland's November general election.
Nine were elected to state and local government positions, and eight won circuit court judgeships.
Congratulations to the UBalt Law alumni who lead, serve, an
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Uniformed Services University: Warfighter Amputee Recovery - Two LOOP Trials Set a Baseline for Osseointegration
BETHESDA, Maryland, Nov. 5 (TNSjou) -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news:
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Warfighter Amputee Recovery: Two LOOP Trials Set a Baseline for Osseointegration
By Hadiyah Brendel
November 04, 2026
Uniformed Services University and Walter Reed research shows how bone-anchored limbs return service members to walking and independence.
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Service members with above-the-knee amputations reported better prosthetic use, mobility, and physical function after receiving bo
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Virginia Tech: Garett Pearson Brings Surgical Expertise, Lifetime Around Horses to Large Animal Care at Veterinary College
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 5 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Garett Pearson brings surgical expertise, lifetime around horses to large animal care at veterinary college
By Kevin Myatt
4 Nov 2026
At age 5, Garett Pearson knew that he loved horses. Informed by his mother that he would probably be too tall to be a jockey, he set his sights on becoming a veterinarian.
Pearson is the new clinical assistant professor of large animal surgery, who arrived this fall at the Virgin
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Virtual Community Palliative Care as a Population Health Strategy
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Nov. 5 [Category: Medical] -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Virtual Community Palliative Care as a Population Health Strategy
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Demand for palliative care is expected to rise as the population ages, with nearly three-quarters of palliative care professionals already reporting an increase in consult volumes since last year.1 Despite the increased demand, recent data from the Center to Advance Palliative Care shows access
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Vital Volunteer
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 4 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news:
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Vital Volunteer
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Vital Volunteer Leon Tong '28 has incorporated community engagement into every aspect of his W&L experience.
"Washington and Lee checked all the boxes for me when I applied to college. The opportunities to pursue my interests in and out of the classroom alongside continuing to serve the community all stood out."
~ Leon Tong '28
Leon Tong '28 knew early on that he wanted to devot
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