CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * ACE Exports Compliance Webinar Set for Nov. 5-6 * Members of the recreational boating industry and related supply chains are invited to participate in the 2025 ACE Exports Compliance Webinar, hosted by the South Florida District Export Council and the U.S. Commercial Service. This two-day, half-day virtual event provides an in-depth look at export complian more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2025: * * * Agenda Announced for 2026 MDA Clinical & Scientific Conference Featuring Leading Speakers Dedicated to Groundbreaking Research and Clinical Achievements in Neuromuscular Disease The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today announced the agenda including tracks and chairs for the 2026 MDA Clinical & Scientific Conference being held March 8-11, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.  more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Allstate reveals America's 10 riskiest roads for drivers this Halloween * Key takeaways * Halloween falls on a Friday this year, overlapping with hazardous weekend driving hours. * Allstate identified 10 of the riskiest road segments in major U.S. cities where speeding and hard braking peak between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekends. * S more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- Ameren Illinois, a subsidiary of Ameren, issued the following news release: * * * Ameren Illinois Empowers Customers Through Community Workshops Offering Education and Assistance More than 5,000 customers received $300 financial relief * COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (October 15, 2025) - More than 5,000 Ameren Illinois residential customers are better equipped to lessen the household impact of rising electric supply prices after attending Community Development Workshops more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, issued the following news release: * * * Ameren Lineworkers Saddle Up for the International Lineman's Rodeo Teams from Missouri and Illinois set to compete in multiday competition showcasing skills and teamwork * Dozens of Ameren lineworkers, apprentices and judges will travel to the 41st annual International Lineman's Rodeo in Bonner Springs, Kansas, later this week. Often dubbed the "Lineman Olympics," this hig more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, posted the following news release: * * * America First Legal Continues Fight to Defend President Trump's Constitutional Authority to Federalize the Illinois National Guard and Restore Order in Chicago * America First Legal (AFL), in partnership with Boyden Gray PLLC, has filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit supporting President Trump's constitutional and statut more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 [Category: Energy] -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following news release: * * * Broad Coalition Urges Passage of Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act to Slash Electricity Bills for Illinois Consumers and Increase Grid Reliability * Springfield, IL - Today, lawmakers, consumer advocates and renewable energy industry members joined a broad coalition of organizations urging immediate passage of the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability (CRGA) Act  more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * CHAMPRO Appoints New Marketing and Operations Leadership * BANNOCKBURN, ILLINOIS (October 15, 2025) -- CHAMPRO announced two key appointments to its senior leadership team. Shylo Farnsworth has been named to the newly created position of Vice President of Marketing, and Amy Augustine has joined as Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain Management. The new  more PR

ITASCA, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Medical] -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: * * * Children With Existing Mental Health Conditions at Least Twice as Likely to Experience School Disengagement Post Pandemic * Researchers found evidence that children diagnosed with mental health conditions were two to three times more likely to experience disengagement from school in the years following the 2019 start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study in th more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Garcia's Statement on the Gaza Ceasefire Deal * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to yesterday's signing of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas: "I am relieved by the signing of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, which has already led to the release of the 20 remaining living Israeli hostages and  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Core Webinar: Navigating Mental Health In Information Spaces * CHICAGO--Join Core for the webinar "Navigating Mental Health In Information Spaces" on December 10, 2025, at 1 p.m. CT. Mental health is a critical component of an individual's health and well-being. Historically, seeking mental health help has been fraught with challenges, including forced institutionaliz more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 14 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * CTU Blasts Trump's Special Education Layoffs at Department of Education, Calls for Plan from the Governor and Illinois General Assembly to Protect Students and Guarantee Legally Required Support * Trump's Cruelty Shows Exactly Who's Hurt and Why State Action is So Urgent Chicago, IL. In response to reports that Trump is taking advantage of his government shutdown to slash sta more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Declaracion del Congresista Garcia sobre el Acuerdo de Alto al Fuego en Gaza * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- El Congresista Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) emitio la siguiente declaracion en respuesta a la firma del acuerdo de alto al fuego entre Israel y Hamas sucedida ayer: "Es un alivio que se haya firmado el acuerdo de alto el fuego entre Israel y Hamas, que ya ha llevado a la liberacion de los 20 rehenes  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Undergoes Preplanned Procedure at Walter Reed * October 14, 2025 [BETHESDA, MD] - A spokesperson for U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today issued the following statement: "Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth underwent a long-awaited, preplanned procedure at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to address residual pain and mobility constraints associated with her combat  more PR

MATTOON, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- First Mid Bancshares issued the following news release: * * * First Mid Bank & Trust Highlights Opportunities in Shifting Economic Climate St. Louis, MO (October 15, 2025) With declining interest rates and household budgets tightening, First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid) is encouraging homeowners to take a closer look at the advantages of home equity loans and lines of credit and the various ways those funding streams can be used. Whether planning a home renovatio more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news: * * * G2 Appoints Tim Sanders as Chief Innovation Officer, Deepening Commitment to Customer-Led Transformation * Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving faster than ever, fundamentally reshaping how we work. The topic is shifting from AI that can assist and advise to more autonomous systems designed to act. Navigating this dynamic environment requires a leader who can not only track these changes but also  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release: * * * GE HealthCare introduces latest AI-enabled Venue family ultrasound systems for elevated experience at the point of care * Next evolution of Venue(tm) family features new digital tools to assist users in conducting exams with increased confidence and less complexity * Introduces new AI-enabled Nerveblox(tm) tool to Venue family to help clinicians confidently perform ultrasound-guide more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- Barack Ferrazzano, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Gifford Bancorp, Inc. Announces Sale to Piper Holdings, Inc. The Barack Ferrazzano Financial Institutions Group served as legal counsel to Gifford Bancorp, Inc. ("Gifford"), the holding company for The Gifford State Bank, in its definitive agreement with Piper Holdings, Inc. ("Piper"), the holding company for The Fountain Trust Company, whereby Piper will acquire Gifford and Gifford State Ban more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- GTCR, a private equity firm, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2025: * * * GTCR Announces $200 Million Strategic Minority Investment in Solmetex Investment to support growth initiatives, including near-term add-on acquisitions * GTCR, a leading private equity firm, announced today the simultaneous signing and closing of a strategic, structured minority investment in Solmetex (the "Company"). Solmetex is a leading provider of dental products, systems more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * Meet Some of the Worst of the Worst at the Broadview ICE Facility in Illinois * Governor Pritzker and violent rioters want these thugs released onto Illinois streets WASHINGTON - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) highlighted some of the worst of the worst currently detained inside the Broadview ICE facility. These illegal aliens who were arrested as part of Operation Midway Blit more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, Oct. 15 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Missy Mazzoli's 'Proving Up' makes long-awaited Chicago-area premiere * * Follows a canceled run at Lyric Opera of Chicago * Haunting tale of homesteading struggles based on Karen Russell short story * Missy Mazzoli available for interviews ahead of opera's Chicago-area premiere EVANSTON, Ill. --- A new opera by accomplished composer Missy Mazzoli will finally make its Chicago-area debut N more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Military Officers Association of America issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2025: * * * MOAA Member Aims to Change the Narrative About Veterans By Kristin Davis Robert "Bob" Tyler has just retired for the fourth time, which means his calendar is freer than it once was. But don't expect it to be entirely clear for the foreseeable future. Or maybe ever. Tyler, a retired Marine Corps colonel, has served as MOAA's Illinois Council of Chapters president since 2017.  more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Nike Renaming Campus After Philip Knight * BEAVERTON, OREGON (October 15, 2025) - Nike is honoring founder Philip Knight by renaming its World Headquarters as the Philip H. Knight (PHK) Campus. Nike has been located in the Beaverton, Oregon campus, which is roughly 400 acres, for more than 35 years. A news release from Nike said: "The Philip H. Knight Campus  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NMMA President and CEO Frank Hugelmeyer Concludes Four-Year Tenure as Chair of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable; Glenn Hughes Named Successor * NMMA President and CEO Frank Hugelmeyer has concluded his four-year tenure as Chair of the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR), the nation's leading coalition of outdoor recreation associations, as Glenn Hughes, Presi more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SAVOY: Budzinski Meets with Air Traffic Controllers Impacted by Government Shutdown * SAVOY, IL -- On Tuesday, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) met with air traffic controllers at the University of Illinois Willard Airport to hear how they are being impacted by the government shutdown. While air traffic are seldom furloughed during a shutdown because of their essential role, they are not pa more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release: * * * September Retail Sales Revenue Lacks Growth As Consumers Spend More on Less, Reports Circana "Invisible Inflation" emphasizes importance of product relevance as consumers prioritize spending. * The trend of diminishing demand that appeared mid-year continues, revealing shifts in consumer spending behavior spanning retai more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * State of the Industry Address Delivered by NMMA President at IBEX * Last week at the International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) in Tampa, NMMA President and CEO Frank Hugelmeyer opened the annual IBEX Industry Breakfast with a state of the industry address to a sold-out crowd of more than 950 marine industry professionals. Hugelmeyer addr more PR

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Oct. 14 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Supplier Showcase focus: Reducing cumulative radiological exposure * The American Nuclear Society is hosting a new Supplier Showcase webinar, " Reducing Cumulative Radiological Exposure with Advanced Source Term Removal Technologies," on October 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (EDT) on recent advancements in decontamination technology. The webinar is free for all viewers and more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release: * * * TransUnion Expands Partnership with RPM Living, Providing Resident Screening to Entire Portfolio * TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) announced today an expansion of its partnership with leading multifamily property management, investment and development company RPM Living. The enhanced agreement brings TransUnion's TruVision Resident Screening solution to 188 more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- The University of Chicago issued the following news: * * * UChicago Medicine surgeons perform 'miraculous' reattachment of 2-year-old's severed spinal cord With monitors quietly beeping and multiple tubes going into his small body, Oliver Staub lay in a hospital bed as his parents tearfully started saying goodbye. On April 17, an armored car going 70 mph slammed into the family's minivan during their vacation in Mexico. Everyone in the car was injured, but no on more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Fraternal Order of Police posted the following news release: * * * White House Looking At Options to Pay Federal Law Enforcement During Shutdown * Washington, DC - Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, thanked President Trump and praised recent comments from Russel T. Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, that stated that the Administration--at the President's direct more PR