WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following statement on April 9, 2026: * * * After SC Enacts Path to 1.99 Percent Flat Tax, NC Lawmakers Deliberate Over Income Tax Phase Down to 2.49 Percent As governors and legislative leaders around the country make progress toward income tax elimination, a debate is raging in North Carolina, the state that kicked off a nationwide push toward lower and flatter state income tax rates, over whether the state's march to a 2.49% incom more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 10 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE OVER BUSINESS PRACTICES DURING COVID-19 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced a multistate settlement with Norwegian Cruise Line, specifically NCL Bahamas Ltd. (NCL), following an investigation of NCL's cancellation procedures and sales practices, which the attorneys general al more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, April 10 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Announces Settlement with Norwegian Cruise Line Over COVID Cancellation Practices * Attorney General William Tong today joined the attorneys general of Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, North Carolina, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin in announcing a settlement with Norwegian Cruise Line, specifically NCL Bahamas, Ltd., followin more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, April 11 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, South Region March 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - April 10, 2026 * * * Regional prices rose 1.3 percent in March, up 3.0 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the South region increased 1.3 percent in March, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index rose 14.2 percent over the month. The index  more PR

BOWIE, Maryland, April 11 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: * * * Bowie State University Announces Michael Eric Dyson as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker Bowie State University is proud to announce that renowned scholar, author and activist Michael Eric Dyson, Ph.D. will deliver the keynote address for its Spring 2026 Commencement. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 22, at Bowie State's Bulldog Stadium. Dr. Dyson is one of the nation's most influentia more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 10 -- The Chesapeake Bay Program issued the following commentary on April 9, 2026, by Brooke Landry, chair of the submerged aquatic vegetation workgroup: * * * My Clean Water Story: Brooke Landry From the farm of my childhood to the seagrasses of the world--nature has been a constant source of inspiration * I grew up on a cattle farm in Virginia, not exactly the kind of place you think would churn out marine biologists. But while I was expected to help with farm c more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Chuck Edwards Complains He Doesn't Get "Enough Credit" While Hurricane Helene Victims Suffer * Vulnerable GOP Congressman and "Nothingburger of the Year Award" winner Chuck Edwards is in deep trouble, and he knows it. In a new interview with the Hendersonville Lightning, Edwards made clear his top priority is himself instead of focusing on Hurricane Helene victims, complaining t more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Sandia National Laboratories issued the following news release: * * * Contributing a combined 76 Years of Innovation * ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -Edward Cole and Charles Hanley have spent decades solving hard problems in microelectronics and energy systems at Sandia National Laboratories. Now, both have been named fellows of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The honor recognizes sustained, significant contribut more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- CSAB was named a strategic partner sponsor for the 2026 ABET Symposium, scheduled for April 15-18 in Raleigh, North Carolina. This collaboration highlights a partnership between the organizations that has worked to improve the quality of computing programs and education for over 25 years. As a member society since 2000, CSAB plays a key role in proposing accreditation criteria. Executive Director Andy Phillips stated that the organization is the only professional society more PR

WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DSCC Friday Takeaways: Senate GOP's Corruption Caucus, DC Dan Balling Out, and Rogers' Reality Check TGIF. Welcome back to Friday Takeaways from the DSCC - your weekly update from the DSCC Press Team on what you need to know across the Senate battlegrounds. There are 206 days until the midterms. DROP US A LINE: press@dscc.org. REPUBLICANS SWEAT THE MAP: New reporting from Bloomberg a more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The U.S. Department of Education Inspector General issued the following audit report on February 17, 2026 entitled "U.S. Department of Education Office of Inspector General Semiannual Report to Congress, No. 91." Here is the Message from the Acting Inspector General: * * * On behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (Department) Office of Inspector General (OIG), I present this Semiannual Report on the activities and accomplishments of this office from April 1, 2025 more PR

BOONE, North Carolina, April 9 [Category: Sociological] -- Appalachian Voices posted the following news release: * * * EPA guts landmark coal ash protections, conceding to industry pressure WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency shared plans to weaken landmark coal ash protections, following a year of pressure from industry. The EPA's actions roll back key parts of the 2015 and 2024 "Coal Combustion Residuals," or CCR, rules, which were the first federal regulation more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, April 10 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Grant for Evaluating School of the Blind * North Carolina Central University (NCCU) received a $70,000 grant to evaluate the Governor Morehead School for the Blind in Raleigh, North Carolina. "We will evaluate what's happening with education for the students, what's happening at the leadership level and what's happening with staff and teachers," said Alexis Redford, Ph.D., an assistant pr more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, April 10 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlander Highlights: Week of April 6, 2026 * Radford University hosts 2026 Big South Esports Championship Radford University welcomed teams from across the region March 28-29 as it hosted the 2026 Big South Esports Championship, featuring competition in four titles: League of Legends, Overwatch, Rocket League and Valorant. Participating schools included University of North Carolina Asheville, Cha more PR

CARRBORO, North Carolina, April 11 -- The International Society for Thrombosis and Haemostasis issued the following news: * * * The ISTH and EHA announce strategic collaboration to update diagnostic guidance on IPFDs The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) and the European Hematology Association (EHA) are pleased to announce a formal partnership to develop updated clinical practice guidance for the diagnosis of inherited platelet function disorders (IPFDs). This joint i more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods' Public Finance Team Earns Top Rankings From The Bond Buyer McGuireWoods' public finance team ranked among the top bond counsel in the Southeast United States in 2025 and played a role in one of the year's most significant finance transactions, according to data published by The Bond Buyer, the newspaper of public finance. McGuireWoods ranked seventh in the Southeast region, which  more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 11 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news on April 10, 2026: * * * As Whatley Profits From Iran War, Inflation "Soared" In March For Working Families New CPI data reveals that inflation "soared" to 3.3% in March - the highest annual rate increase in nearly four years. Driven by the Iran war that DC insider Michael Whatley supports and has profited off of as his oil and gas stocks spike by up to $219,000, working families are paying the  more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 11 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news on April 10, 2026: * * * Directly Asked About Harvey West, Michael Whatley "Sidestepped" Why He Knowingly Elevated A Convicted Child Sex Predator NC Newsline: "Whatley also sidestepped a question about appointing a convicted sex offender to a position in party leadership." * After nearly a month of dodging questions about why he knowingly elevated a convicted child sex offender to NCGOP leader more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 11 (TNSrep) -- The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor issued the following news release on April 10, 2026: * * * Nonprofit Complies with State Requirements, Delivers Hundreds of Hurricane Helene Home Repairs A new Rapid Response Special Report (https://www.auditor.nc.gov/documents/reports/rapid-response/rr-2026-baptists-mission/open) from the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) found Baptists on Mission, a nonprofit organization awarded gran more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, April 11 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on April 9, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Announces Recent Landmark Victories Strengthening Protections Against Gun Violence for New Jersey Communities Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today announced several landmark victories and key actions advancing her office's ongoing efforts to protect New Jersey residents from gun violence, including judgments totaling more than $500,000 aga more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying was announced as an innovation partner sponsor for the 2026 ABET Symposium, set for April 15-18, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. As a founding member society of ABET, the council worked alongside the organization to advance engineering education and professional licensure. While ABET accredits engineering programs to ensure academic quality, the council facilitates state boards in licensing professional en more PR

IRVING, Texas, April 11 -- Omni Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release on April 9, 2026: * * * Omni Hotels & Resorts Announces Exclusive Lifestyle Partnership with Peter Millar Tailored design and elevated hospitality unite through branded suites and a first-ever coffee shop concept * Dallas, TX -- Omni Hotels & Resorts today announced an exclusive lifestyle partnership with Peter Millar, the renowned luxury lifestyle brand known for its classic American style and exceptional  more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 10 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * Pubantz Artists in Residence Bring Bold Ideas to Life for Expo * The Pubantz Artists in Residence program at UNC Greensboro's Lloyd International Honors College asks students for bold ideas, and the 2025-26 artists are ready to meet the moment. In preparation for the Carolyn and Norwood Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo April 7, four artists in residence more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- Quanser will serve as an innovation partner sponsor for the 2026 ABET Symposium, scheduled for April 15-18, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. This collaboration aims to strengthen the engineering field by engaging academic professionals and providing hardware and software solutions that support U.S. engineering education. The event gathers academic leaders and faculty focused on driving programmatic transformation within their institutions. Quanser Director of Engineerin more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on April 9, 2026, with Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, co-chair of the Senate NATO Observer Group, Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, Chris Coons, D-Delaware, Angus King, I-Maine, Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, and John Curtis, R-Utah: * * * Shaheen, Tillis Lead Bipartisan Senat more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46961) on April 8, 2026, entitled "Social Security Coverage of State and Local Government Employees" by social policy analyst Zhe Li. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY Social Security is the single largest federal program in terms of the number of beneficiaries as well as budget. It pays cash benefits to over 70 million beneficiaries each month, and total benefit payments are more than $136  more PR

CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, April 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * UNC Researchers Demonstrate Drug's Effectiveness in Drawing Out Dormant HIV from Immune Cells The study shows that drug citarinostat can awaken hidden HIV, advancing efforts towards a potential cure for the complex virus. * Human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV) is one of the most challenging viruses for doctors to treat. Even with effective antiretroviral th more PR

PEMBROKE, North Carolina, April 11 -- The University of North Carolina-Pembroke issued the following news: * * * UNCP Breaks Ground on $96.8 Million Clinical Sciences Building Mark Locklear Under a clear blue sky, university leaders, students, elected officials and community members gathered Friday at UNC Pembroke to celebrate a major milestone in the university's continued expansion of healthcare education -- the groundbreaking of the new Clinical Sciences Building. The $96.8 million, 74,0 more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 11 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news: * * * UNF Honors student turns opportunity into AI and cybersecurity impact As a dual enrollment student in high school, Ella Luedeke entered the University of North Florida in fall 2023, with enough credits to begin as a sophomore and immediately charted a path toward helping solve complex problems in computing, AI and cybersecurity. Now a senior at the Hicks Honors College, Luedeke has already se more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, April 11 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Silviculture professor comes full circle at Warnell Stephen Kinane teaches, researches and mentors the next generation at Warnell By Aubrey Pawlikowski Stephen Kinane signed his job offer from a hospital room, finalizing his return to the University of Georgia just hours before the birth of his daughter. "At that point, I knew this was going to be a lifestyle career," said Kinane, assistant professor  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following report (No. 25-00195-65) on March 20, 2026 entitled "Healthcare Facility Inspection of the VA Fayetteville Coastal Healthcare System in North Carolina." Here is the executive summary: * * * The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) established the Healthcare Facility Inspection program to review Veterans Health Administration (VHA) medical facilities on an approximatel more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following report (No. 25-00373-95) on March 31, 2026 entitled "Inspection of Select Vet Centers in North Atlantic District 1 Zone 4." Here is the summary: * * * The VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) Vet Center Inspection Program provides a focused evaluation of aspects of the quality of care delivered at vet centers. This inspection report evaluated three randomly selected vet centers throughout North Atlan more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Veterans Affairs Inspector General issued the following report (No. 24-03186-99) on April 8, 2026 entitled "Review of Community Care Consult Management at the VA Fayetteville Coastal Healthcare System in North Carolina." Here is the summary: * * * The VA Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted a healthcare inspection to assess the coordination and scheduling of community care for a patient with a lung mass suspicious for cancer at the VA Fayetteville  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU history alum honored for museum curation and more From tenures at Wilton House, DAR Museum and North Carolina's Old Salem - and from scholarship on Black artisans - William Strollo wins the History Graduate Alumni Achievement Award. By Konrad Solberg William Strollo was a long way from archives and artifacts when the email arrived. As he and his family waited in line for a ride at the Unive more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New lab removes barrier between research and patient care 'Clean room' will enable researchers and companies to manufacture clinical-grade materials that meet federal standards required for testing in human and animal patients. By John Pastor Virginia Tech marked a step forward in biomedical innovation in Southwest Virginia with the opening a clean room facility to produce clinical-grade therapies under federa more PR

WASHINGTON, April 11 (TNSrep) -- Washington and Lee University School of Law released data showing that 94.5 percent of its class of 2025 is employed in positions requiring a law degree or is pursuing further graduate education. The report, which calculates employment status 10 months following graduation, indicates that nearly 93 percent of graduates secured roles where bar passage is required or a Juris Doctor degree provides a professional advantage. This results in the fourth consecutive ye more PR

WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The White House issued the following news on April 10, 2026: * * * Democrats Empower Sick Criminal Illegal Alien Predators to Prey on American Women, Children President Donald J. Trump and his Administration are moving with decisive force to secure our borders and rapidly deport dangerous criminal illegal aliens. Democrats in Congress, however, are attempting to sabotage these efforts as they block critical funding for the Department of Homeland Security and shield san more PR