WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * 11 South Florida Species Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection * ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -The Center for Biological Diversity, represented by the Jacobs Public Interest Law Clinic for Democracy and the Environment at Stetson University College of Law, has reached a legal agreement that moves 11 Florida species closer to Endangered Species Act protections. The agreement more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida issued the following statement on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * ACLU of Florida Warns SB 1632/SB 1634 Could Dangerously Expand Government Power and Chill Free Speech So-called "Domestic Terrorism" package risks discretionary enforcement, political targeting, and escalation of authoritarian policing * TALLAHASSEE, FL - Today, SB 1632/SB 1634, sponsored by Sen. Grall, advanced in the Florida Legislature. Florida already has laws to more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition issued the following news: * * * AHTCC 2026 Annual Meeting Highlights The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition convened its 2026 Annual Meeting in Miami, Florida on January 28-29, 2026. Attendees participated in educational sessions focused on housing policy following the historic expansion of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit) in 2025. The meeting featured remarks from Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R- more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 4 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * AI and Innovation in Legal Practice - New Postgraduate Program at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Warsaw in Collaboration with Greenberg Traurig * WARSAW - 4 February 2026 - The Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw and the international law firm Greenberg Traurig announce the launch of the postgraduate program "AI and I more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Media] -- America's Public Television Stations issued the following news release: * * * America's Public Television Stations Elect Board Officers and Trustees * WASHINGTON - February 4, 2026 - America's Public Television Stations (APTS) today announced the election of its board leaders and board members. * Dolores Fernandez Alonso, President and CEO of South Florida PBS, Miami, Florida, has been re-elected Chair. * Adrienne Fairwell, President and more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 4 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * APSU Wind Ensemble chosen to perform at prestigious regional conference * The Austin Peay State University Wind Ensemble performs at the George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall on Oct. 10, 2024. | Photo by Ralph Acosta CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - Austin Peay State University's Wind Ensemble (opens in new tab) has been selected to perform at the 2026 College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Sout more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola Named One of the Nation's 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals * Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola was identified as one of the nation's 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals(r) according to an independent quality analysis based on a balanced scorecard provided by Premier, Inc. and published by Modern Healthcare. Sacred Heart is ranke more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Feb. 4 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlements with generic prescription drug companies totaling $17.85 million over conspiracies to inflate prices and limit competition * If you purchased certain generic prescription drugs in the United States between May 1, 2009, and December 31, 2019, you could be eligible for money (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson today jo more PR

DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 4 -- Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Brenna Bird Leads Coalition to Urge EPA to Change Formaldehyde Rule to Help Iowa Farmers * DES MOINES-Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today she is leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general to ask the Trump administration to fix President Biden's unworkable formaldehyde rule. Formaldehyde ensures families have access to safe food and that farmers can protect lives more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 4 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Brown, Leadbeter, Warner Proposal Wages War Against Child Predators * Would allow chemical castration to serve as option of consequence HARRISBURG - To protect children in the Commonwealth from becoming victims of heinous sexual crimes, Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) announced their intentions to introduce legislation that would more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Applauds Signing of Bipartisan Funding Package, Codifying Key Health Care Reforms * "Funding Is Now in Place for Critical National Priorities That Strengthen Our Country and Serve the American People." Law Enacts Two Buchanan Health Care Bills to Advance Patient-First Health Care WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Casten, Smith Introduce Bill to Mitigate Climate Risk in US Financial System * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Representative Sean Casten (D-IL-06) and Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) introduced the Addressing Climate Financial Risk Act, legislation to improve the ability of federal regulators to understand and mitigate risks from climate change within our financial system. Climate change is increasing the freque more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Reward Raised to $15,000 for Info on Bald Eagle Killing in Louisiana * NEW ORLEANS-The Center for Biological Diversity today increased the reward to $15,000 for information leading to a conviction for the illegal killing of a bald eagle in southern Louisiana. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has offered a $6,000 reward and the Center is boosting the amount by $9,000. "Th more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Chairman Comer and Rep. Gill Applaud House Action to Ensure Tax Relief for D.C. Residents Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation ensuring residents and businesses in the District of Columbia receive the full tax reform benefits provided under the Working Families Tax Cuts Act (WFTCA). H.J.Res. 142, introdu more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Markup to Strengthen American Cybersecurity Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, delivered the following opening statement at today's markup of five bills. Subcommittee Chairman Latta's opening statement as prepared for delivery more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar Confronts Ortega & Murillo's War on Faith at Religious Freedom Hearing * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Foreign Affairs Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman Maria Elvira Salazar led a subcommittee hearing titled "Defending Religious Freedom Around the World," focused on the global state of religious liberty and the growing persecution of faith communities, part more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 3, 2026: * * * Commerce Committee Advances Five Nominations, Coast Guard Vice Commandant Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced five nominations for roles at the Department of Commerce, Department of Transportation, Federal Maritime Commission, and National Transportation Safety Board. The Com more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Randy Fine, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Fine Introduces the TSP Fiduciary Security Act of 2025 to Prevent Fund Investments and Votes That Harm the National Security of the United States Today, Congressman Fine (FL-06) introduced the TSP Fiduciary Security Act of 2025, legislation focused on preventing the TSP from being invested in Countries of Concern by incorporating national security interests into the fiduciary responsibilitie more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: * * * DOD Financial Management: Air Force Needs to Properly Account for All General Equipment That Contractors Hold * Fast Facts The Department of Defense has been unable to accurately account for government property in its contractors' possession. Some of the $118.4 billion in general equipment the Air Force reported in FY 2024 was held by contractors. We traced a sample of these items held more PR

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University posted the following news: * * * Embry-Riddle Researchers Collaborate on NASA's Northern Lights Rocket Launch * A NASA dual-rocket launch scheduled this month will explore the northern lights, whose sky-spanning colors have recently made a stunningly extensive appearance. Researchers from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and eight other institutions are collaborating on the mission, which aims to advance the understan more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN presents over 260 women's college basketball matchups across networks, Feb. 4-10 * * ESPN networks to feature 17 ranked teams * Thursday Primetime Presented by Indeed features an ESPN doubleheader, showcasing four ranked programs: No. 17 Duke-No. 6 Louisville (7 p.m.), No. 5 LSU-No. 4 Texas (9 p.m.) * Sunday Slate: No. 19 Tennessee Lady Vols and No. 3 South  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Expanding access to emergency care in Pace * Ascension Sacred Heart is expanding its commitment to accessible, high-quality emergency care with the construction of a new freestanding emergency department (FSED) in Pace at the Five Points area. The nearly 10,000-square-foot facility will be located at the intersection of Berryhill Road and Chumuckla Highway. more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a final rule to update standard instrument approach procedures and takeoff minimums at various airports in 15 states. These updates, effective Feb. 5, 2026, ensure the safe and efficient use of navigable airspace as the National Airspace System evolves with new navigational facilities and updated safety criteria. The agency found that immediate action was necessary to maintain air commerce more PR

BOCA RATON, Florida, Feb. 5 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Awarded $4M in Federal Funding to Support Key Research Programs Federal Awards Snapshot: FAU has secured $4 million in federal funding in fiscal year 2026 to support three transformative programs advancing national priorities in defense readiness, semiconductor workforce development and neurological disease research. The investment strengthens more PR

BOCA RATON, Florida, Feb. 5 (TNSrep) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Poll: Hispanic Consumers More Optimistic Heading into New Year By Amber Bonefont Hispanic consumer confidence rebounded sharply at the end of 2025, offering an early signal of improving economic sentiment heading into the new year, according to new data from Florida Atlantic University's Business and Economic Polling Initiative (BEPI more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on Feb. 4, 2026, by Governor Lisa D. Cook at the Economic Club of Miami: * * * Thank you, Francisco, for the kind introduction, and many thanks to the Economic Club of Miami for the opportunity to speak with you today./1 It is wonderful to see firsthand the vibrant and growing South Florida economy. The Miami region's unemployment rate is below the national average, and consumers in Florida have been among the country's  more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Federal Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Receipt of a Bribe by a Public Official * Ocala, Florida - Karen Torres (50, St. Cloud) has pleaded guilty to receiving a bribe as a public official. She faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison. As part of her plea, Torres has agreed to forfeit $43,550, which represents the proceeds of her criminal of more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, Feb. 5 -- Lowndes, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Five Attorneys Named Shareholders at Lowndes Lowndes is pleased to announce that Jyllian R. Bradshaw, Joseph A. Kovecses, Nicole C. Leath, Logan J. Opsahl, and Michael D. Piccolo have been elected shareholders in the firm. These promotions are effective February 1, 2026. "Each of these attorneys plays an important role in serving our clients and advancing the firm's work in key practice areas. Their ele more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Commissioner Wilton Simpson Announces Agricultural Producers Can Soon Apply for Over $600M in Hurricane Disaster Relief, Asks Federal Government to Use Approved Program to Immediately Fund Relief for the 2026 Ice Storm Disaster Relief Grants Support Agricultural Producers Who Experienced Impacts from 2023 and 2024 Hurricanes * Today, Florida Co more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 5 -- Florida Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * FloridaCommerce, SelectFlorida and the Florida-Israel Business Accelerator Host Another Successful Pitch Day, Bringing Opportunity to Entrepreneurs and Driving Innovation Across the State To date, more than 130 Start-Ups have leveraged pitch days to highlight their businesses to prospective investors * FloridaCommerce joined SelectFlorida and the Florida-Israel Business Ac more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The Shriners Hospitals for Children issued the following news: * * * Former Shriners Children's Patient Prepares to Compete in Third Paralympics Dani Aravich Continues to Make Impact on World of Para Sports On and Off the Snow * Former Shriners Children's Salt Lake City and Spokane patient Dani Aravich was just named to the United States Para Nordic Team for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics. A soon-to-be three-time Paralympian, Aravich's impact in the par more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU expert on consumer behavior analyzes the impact of artificial intelligence in Super Bowl commercials * Super Bowl LX featuring the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots has plenty of on-field storylines. But already making headlines off the field is the amount of commercials using artificial intelligence for production and storytelling. As the revolutionary technology impacts everyday life, co more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU hosts 12th South Asian Media and Cultural Studies Conference * Florida State University's College of Communication and Information hosted the 12th annual South Asian Media and Cultural Studies (SAMCS) Conference, a premier international forum for researchers, scholars and practitioners engaged in dialogue surrounding media and culture in South Asia. The hybrid event Jan. 29 and Jan. 30 took place  more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The city of Gainesville issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Gainesville, UF partnership strengthens early literacy for children A partnership between the City of Gainesville and the University of Florida (UF) is strengthening early literacy for local children while earning recognition as a best-practice model across Alachua County. Through the City of Gainesville's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA), Youth Services an more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Introduces the Medal of Sacrifice Act to Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Officers & First Responders * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) this week introduced the Medal of Sacrifice Act, which would create a new presidential award to posthumously honor law enforcement officers and other first responders killed in the line of duty. This is the Senate companion to  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 (TNSrpt) -- The National Association of Realtors posted the following news release: * * * Home Prices Increased in 73% of Metro Areas in Fourth Quarter of 2025 Home prices rose in 73% of metro markets (168 out of 230) during the fourth quarter of 2025, according to the National Association of REALTORS(R)' latest quarterly report. This is down from 77% in the third quarter. Five percent of metro areas (12 out of 230) recorded double-digit price gains, up slightly from 4% las more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-414) on the Accreditation Choice and Innovation Act (H.R. 4054). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Dec. 18, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose H.R. 4054 amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reform accreditation by creating a new marketplace for accreditation by giving states the flexibility to designate industry-specific accreditors, providing an on-ramp for capab more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-409) on the Association Health Plans Act (H.R. 2528). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Dec. 15, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose The purpose of H.R. 2528, the Association Health Plans Act, is to improve access to affordable health coverage options for workers employed by small businesses and self-employed individuals. Committee Action 109TH CONGRESS First Session- more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-422) on the Save Local Business Act (H.R. 4366). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Dec. 30, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose To amend the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to provide a commonsense standard for determining whether a joint employment relationship exists in order to provide clarity and consistency in this area of more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-270) on the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act (H.R. 4312). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 11, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose The purpose of H.R. 4312, the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act, is to establish a national framework that provides stability and consistency in co more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-270) on the Student Compensation and Opportunity Through Rights and Endorsements Act (H.R. 4312). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 11, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 4312 establishes a federal framework governing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights for college student-athletes. It defines key terms used throughout the legislation, includi more ST

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-395) on the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act (H.R. 4776). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Nov. 25, 2025. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose of the Legislation The purpose of H.R. 4776 is to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to clarify ambiguous provisions and facilitate a more efficient, effective, and timely environmental rev more ST

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Feb. 5 -- William Peace University issued the following news: * * * How Industry Partnerships Power Career Outcomes for Peace Graduates Graduates of the simulation and game design (SGD) program at William Peace University have found success in the "serious" or applied games space, thanks to a successful internship-to-hire partnership with Horizon Productions. A NC-based media production company that specializes in branded content, high-end video production, animatio more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship launches InNOLEvation Marketplace to elevate student-run businesses * Florida State University's Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship (JMC) has launched the InNOLEvation Marketplace, an online platform designed to highlight and support student-run businesses across campus. The Marketplace serves as a hub where FSU creators can showcase their products and services more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Law/Legal] -- Judicial Watch issued the following news release: * * * Judicial Watch Sues Illinois Gov. Pritzker for Records on Photo with 'Peacekeeper' Tied to Murder Charge * (Washington, DC) - Judicial Watch announced today it filed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against Governor JB Pritzker (D-IL) for records regarding a September 2025 "Peacekeeper" event at which Pritzker was photographed with anti-violence employee Kellen McMiller, who days late more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Lakeland Tax Preparer Sentenced To 57 Months In Federal Prison And Ordered To Pay The Internal Revenue Service Nearly $13 Million In Restitution * Tampa, FL - U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven has sentenced Jeffrey Dixon to four years and nine months in federal prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aiding and assisting in the filing of false and fra more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Letlow Secures Funding for Safety Improvements at Hammond Airport * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow has delivered $2.2 million in Community Project Funding to support aviation infrastructure improvements at the Hammond Northshore Regional Airport. The funding passed as part of the FY 2026 transportation funding bill, which cleared Congress on Tuesday and was signed into law by Presi more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Marines Prepare for Exercise Cold Response in Norway * A technical assistance and advisory team assigned to Blount Island Command, Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island in Jacksonville, Florida, issued thousands of items to II Marine Expeditionary Force during a two-week cave draw in late January, marking a key step in unit preparations for Exercise Cold Response 26. Marines preparing for the Norwegian- more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 4 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * Mississippi Center for Legal Services Receives $150K Grant from FHLB Dallas and Community Bank of Mississippi to Support Housing Stability and Legal Aid * HATTIESBURG, MISSISSIPPI, February 4, 2026-Mississippi families will have a better chance to keep their homes and land thanks to a $150,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Da more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Feb. 5 -- Morgan State University issued the following news release: * * * Morgan State Students to Manage Millions as UNCF Expands National Asset Investment Program to University Participation in Project ACCLAIM Brings Real-World Capital, Mentorship and Industry Access to Graves School of Business, Positioning Morgan as a Pipeline for Investment Leadership * Morgan State University's growing influence as a leader in practice-based business education is expanding into o more PR

CARSON CITY, Nevada, Feb. 5 -- The Nevada Department of Business and Industry issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Nevada Consumer Affairs urges homeowners that signed an agreement or had dealings with MV Realty to come forward Department of Business and Industry Director Dr. Kristopher Sanchez, in conjunction with Nevada Consumer Affairs ("NCA"), today announced an active investigation into MV Realty PBC, LLC, MV Realty of Nevada, LLC, and certain affiliated entities (col more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * OLLI at Florida State University offers courses, lecture series for lifelong learners this spring * The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida State University is offering registration for its spring 2026 courses, with an enriching program tailored for adults who love to learn in a stress-free environment. OLLI at FSU offers learners over 50 a wealth of opportunities to explore the world  more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * President Trump Signs Chairman Diaz-Balart's FY26 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Bill into Law * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Committee on Appropriations and Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP), celebrated the final passage of his Fiscal Ye more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Feb. 4 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release: * * * Raymond James to present at Bank of America Financial Services Conference * ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF) announced today that CEO Paul Shoukry will speak at the 2026 Bank of America Financial Services Conference in Miami Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, February 11, at 10:30 a.m. ET. Links to the live audio webcast will be av more PR

NEW YORK, Feb. 4 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Researchers Find Brain Mechanism Behind 'Flashes of Intuition' * D espite decades of research, the mechanisms behind fast flashes of insight that change how a person perceives their world, termed "one-shot learning," have remained unknown. A mysterious type of one-shot learning is perceptual learning, in which seeing somethin more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release: * * * Saying America is in an AI Arms Race, Mast Leads Effort to Make Sure Top Technology is not Shared with Adversaries Overseas * "I would not sell a fighter jet to China. I would not sell them an Abrams tank. And we need to be thinking very seriously before we consider selling them any of our most advanced chips." WASHINGTON, DC - In a speech yesterday morning before a breakfast meeting of T more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on Feb. 3, 2026, by Brian Daly, director of the division of investment management, to the Investment Company Institute Winter Board Meeting, Manalapan, Florida: * * * Good morning, everyone. I am pleased to join you this morning, although, I must say I am jealous of the Florida weather you are all enjoying. Here in DC it is still well below freezing. Before I begin, I must inform - or remind - you that t more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Visits Taffer's Tavern and Talks Jobs with Jon Taffer in 'American Dream at Work' Series * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Rick Scott released the first episode of his ' American Dream at Work ' series featuring Jon Taffer - entrepreneur, reality TV producer, and owner of Taffer's Tavern in Orlando, Florida. Taffer sits down with Senator Scott to discuss his American Dream, the diffic more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging issued the following information for a hearing entitled "The Doctor Is Out: How Washington's Rules Drove Physicians Out of Medicine" at 3:30 p.m. on Feb. 11, 2026, at 216 Hart Senate Office Building: Members * Chairman Rick Scott (Republican-Florida) * Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand (Democrat-New York) Witnesses * Alma Littles M.D., Dean & Chief Academic Officer, Florida State University College of Medicine, Tallahassee, FL * L more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Moody Showcases Florida's Integral Role in National Defense and Space Exploration at Secretary of War's Arsenal of Freedom Tour SPACE COAST, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody today showcased Florida's integral role in national defense and space exploration as part of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Arsenal of Freedom Tour. Senator Moody joined Secretary Hegseth for several events today, includ more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Burgess Owens, R-Utah, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026: * * * Owen Holds Hearing on Runaway College Spending Today, Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "Runaway College Spending Meets the Working Families Tax Cuts": more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * The Next Era of Cancer Research * Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building is transforming cancer care and research in South Florida. Soaring 12 stories above UHealth's downtown Miami medical campus, the new Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building rises as both a beacon of hope and a bold declaration that the next era of cancer research more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Daniel Webster, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Three Webster Bills Advance to Safeguard American Leadership in Space * Washington, D.C. - Today, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology advanced three bills introduced by Florida Congressman Daniel Webster R-Clermont, as part of the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026. "At a time when our adversaries are racing to challenge U.S. leadership beyond Earth, these bills make it clear that more PR

HOLLYWOOD, Florida, Feb. 3 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news: * * * Triumph's 'The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Apr. 13 * Triumph's 'The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour' is coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Monday, April 13 at 8 p.m. April Wine to support. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m.  more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The U.S. Central Command issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Forces Strike ISIS Targets in Syria as Partners Sustain Pressure * February 4, 2026 Release Number 20260204-01 TAMPA, Fla. - U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted five strikes against multiple ISIS targets across Syria, Jan. 27 - Feb. 2, as partner forces continue to apply military pressure to ensure the enduring defeat of the terrorist network. CENTCOM forces located and destroyed an  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Understanding What's Going on Inside of Cells: The Dimensionality of Gene Expression * Summary * Researchers from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine provided strong evidence that the CONCORD platform is a viable, accurate approach to mapping cell development. * CONCORD uses machine learning to create clean, clear maps that show how cells relate to each other in si more PR

CORAL GABLES, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The University of Miami issued the following news: * * * A senior moment with AI At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami, retirees explore the world of artificial intelligence and the pros and cons of the new technology. By Barbara Gutierrez, bgutierrez@miami.edu For Lilly Lopez, a retired CPA, artificial intelligence (AI) provides a way to learn about medical terms her doctor used when giving her a diagnosis. For Evelyn Sklar, a more PR

CORAL GABLES, Florida, Feb. 2 -- The University of Miami issued the following news: * * * Unlocking the secrets of heat-resistant corals During an expedition to the "Coral Triangle" in the Pacific Ocean, University of Miami researchers will investigate why and how corals in that region are able to withstand the effects of a warming ocean. By Robert C. Jones Jr., rcjones@miami.edu The death knell for the rainforests of the sea, rising ocean temperatures know no boundaries. From the South Atl more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Daniel Webster, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Webster Amendment Strengthening Artemis Accords Included in NASA Reauthorization * Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, voted to advance the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 out of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. This legislation includes several priorities championed by Congressman Webster to reaffirm American leadership in space while strengthe more PR

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, issued the following opening remarks on Feb. 4, 2026, at a hearing titled "Defending Religious Freedom Around the World": * * * Religious liberty is under attack around the world and in the Western Hemisphere. There is a very clear example called Nicaragua. I know Nicaragua very well. As a news correspondent working for Univision, I lived there, and I saw firsthand  more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 5 -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy and NextEra Energy agree to deliver generation solutions and enable large load across Xcel Energy's service territories Xcel Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE) to accelerate the delivery of generation resources to serve large load customers, including data centers. This MOU represents an expansion of a long more PR