DELAWARE, Ohio, April 16 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * 2025-2026 Golden Bishop Awards * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University is honoring students with Golden Bishop Awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements in leadership, community service, and campus involvement during the current academic year. The Golden Bishops were presented April 13, with WCSA President Raazia Aamir and Vice President Taylor Thompson serving as the event hosts more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * 2026 W.Y. Boyd Literary Novel Award Winner- Robert Inman for the book "Villages" * Villages by Robert Inman is the winner of the 2026 W.Y. Boyd Literary Novel Award "for excellence in military fiction." The book was published by Livingston Press, an imprint of The University of West Alabama in 2025. The W.Y. Boyd Literary Novel Award honors the best American milita more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * A new hub for AI-driven RNA research * Researchers from across the University of Pennsylvania and beyond gathered in early April to celebrate the opening of the U.S. National Science Foundation Artificial Intelligence-driven RNA BioFoundry (NSF AIRFoundry), an $18-million effort to leverage AI to improve, accelerate, and scale the design, manufacture, and delivery of RNA. First announced more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Medical] -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, posted the following news release: * * * A smarter way to find cancer-linked lymph nodes Ultraviolet-to-near-infrared imager inspired by mantis shrimp vision could enable assessment of lymph nodes during cancer surgery WASHINGTON -Researchers have developed a compact camera that captures ultraviolet, near-infrared and visible images using a single chip. Inspired by the multiwavelength vision capability of the  more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 16 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Defends Temporary Protected Status For Immigrants From Somalia * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today co-led a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) unlawful and baseless attempt to strip Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Somali immigrants. The TPS more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Allstate becomes the first major insurance provider to roll out free identity theft protection, delivering more value and protection to millions of customers * Key takeaways: * Allstate is the first major U.S. insurer to offer free identity theft protection at no additional cost for millions of home, auto and renters insurance customers,  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA: Physician burnout rates are falling, specialty gaps remain * CHICAGO - New data from the American Medical Association (AMA) show physician burnout continuing to decline nationwide, but significant differences across medical specialties underscore the need for more targeted solutions within health systems. In 2025, 41.9% of physicians reported experiencing at lea more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 (TNSjou) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * New Mapping Model Can Help Cities Efficiently Deploy Blood Resources to Patients Most in Need Model identifies high-need areas for trauma care Key Takeaways * Geo-mapping is a practical method for addressing disparities in prehospital trauma care. * Statistical analysis demonstrated strong correlations between activation for massive transfusion protocol and trauma incidence wa more PR

ARGONNE, Illinois, April 17 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Argonne scientists discover how to boost solid-state battery energy density and longevity High-speed mixing can vastly improve battery system performance, a promising benefit for automotive and aviation applications All-solid-state batteries promise to be lighter and safer than today's batteries for transportation. Argonne scientists have discovered a way more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release: * * * As AI-Driven Fraud Grows More Sophisticated, Advanced Digital Defense Becomes Essential * A new TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) analysis finds that identity-based schemes and stolen credit card and fraudulent charge attacks are driving the greatest financial losses for U.S. consumers. These losses are occurring as the digital fraud landscape grows more com more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, April 16 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Defends Temporary Protected Status for Immigrants from Somalia * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Bonta today co-led a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) unlawful and baseless attempt to strip Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Somali immigrants. TPS is a critical humanita more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL DEFENDS TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS FOR SOMALI NATIONALS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 16 attorneys general, today opposed the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) unlawful and baseless attempt to strip Somalia's Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation. Raoul and the coalition filed an amicus brief in African Commu more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 15 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, COALITION WIN TRIAL AGAINST LIVE NATION AND TICKETMASTER * Jury Finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster Illegally Eliminated Competition, Hurting Fans, Artists and Competing Venues Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of 33 other attorneys general today won their lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster after a jury found that the companies more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 -- Boeing, an aerospace company and a manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems, posted the following news release: * * * Boeing and Millennium Scale Space Production to Meet Growing Demand * EL SEGUNDO, Calif., April 16, 2026 - Boeing [NYSE: BA] and its subsidiary Millennium Space Systems are expanding space production capacity and broadening their satellite portfolio to help government and commercial customers field capability  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, issued the following opening statement on April 15, 2026, at a hearing entitled "Healthier America: Legislative Proposals to Improve Public Health": * * * "Today we will examine policy proposals to improve public health. "Public health initiatives are essential to improving health outcomes, lowering long-term costs, and moving toward a healthier nation. "Investments in  more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 16 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * College of Engineering Celebrates Faculty Promotions * The College of Engineering at Utah State University is recognizing faculty members who have earned promotions effective at the start of the 2026-27 academic year. The promotion and tenure process is highly demanding, reflecting years of sustained commitment, achievement and impact. These promotions honor excellence in teaching, research, outreach and servic more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Sorensen Fights to Keep Good Jobs at Rock Island Arsenal * Watch here WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) pressed Army leadership at a House Armed Services Committee Readiness Subcommittee hearing about the relocation of jobs away from Rock Island Arsenal. The hearing provided an opportunity for Congressman Sorensen to share the stories and concerns he has been heari more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Ramirez, Senator Warren Demand Investigation into Trump Admin's "Unlawful and Costly System" of Third-Country Deportations * Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Global Migration, U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), along with Representative Troy Carter (LA-07), pressed the Inspectors General more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 -- DePaul University issued the following news on April 15, 2026: * * * DePaul Animation Program Soars to National Recognition Leading the Midwest, DePaul prepares students for real-world animation careers * Animation Career Review has ranked DePaul's animation program as the 12th best in the nation, jumping up one spot from last year. "It's an honor to have our program recognized among these long-established, top-tier schools," Scott Roberts, chair of DePaul's more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Durbin Talk Regional Development with Champaign County First * April 16, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today met with representatives from Champaign County First to discuss the region's priorities and advocating for federal policies that improve the lives of those in Central Illinois. During the meet more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Denounces Trump Loyalist Nominated To The U.S. Court Of Appeals For The Eighth Circuit During Nominations Hearing Justin Smith, a nominee being considered today to a lifetime position, is a personal attorney to the President, an election denier, and has extensive right-wing political affiliations and ties to dark money entities  WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D- more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Presses Trump Loyalist Nominated To A Lifetime Judicial Position On The Outcome Of The 2020 Election * April 15, 2026 Durbin questioned Justin Smith, nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, about his involvement with right-wing organizations and ability to be impartial if confirmed WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Releases Statement Following Failed Iran War Powers Resolution Vote * April 15, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement after Senate Republicans voted against Senator Tammy Duckworth's (D-IL) war powers resolution that would have removed United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran that have not been authorized by Congr more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Slams Republicans For Continuing To Hold Up The Bipartisan Deal To Fund Most Of DHS, Including TSA & FEMA * April 15, 2026 WASHINGTON - In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, slammed congressional Republicans for continuing to hold up a bipar more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Talks With Illinois Pork Producers * April 15, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, today met with the Illinois Pork Producers Association who shared their top policy priorities in the pork industry. Durbin and the group spoke about the effects of California's Proposition 12 on Illi more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Schakowsky, Mullin Introduce Bicameral Bill To Crack Down On Illegal Robocalls * April 15, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL-09), and U.S. Representative Kevin Mullin (D-CA-15) today reintroduced the Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act, a bill that would help end the plague of illegal robocalls in  more PR

CHARLESTON, Illinois, April 16 -- Eastern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * EIU Board of Trustees meeting results: Thursday, April 16 The Eastern Illinois University Board of Trustees held its regular April meeting today, April 16, in the Dvorak Concert Hall of the Doudna Fina Arts Center, located on campus at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston. Immediately following the 11:30 a.m. Call to Order and Roll Call, the Board entered into executive session. The open sessio more PR

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, April 16 -- The University of Copenhagen posted the following news: * * * Elephant genomes reveal a past of continental connectivity and a future of increasing isolation * In the largest genomic study of African elephants to date, an international team of researchers analysed 232 whole genomes from both savanna and forest elephants, collected across 17 African countries. This is the first large-scale, continent-wide genetic study since African elephants were recognized a more PR

BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, April 16 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news: * * * Equipped to Lead the Leaders: Dr. Nancy Robinson * "Managing and developing people is so complex," says Nancy Robinson '26 Ed.D. "I'm a more direct, more confident, more structured coach and leader because of my educational experience in Olivet Nazarene University's Doctor of Education in Ethical Leadership degree program." Nancy's career path -which includes working at Taco Bell, as a legal secr more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has completed an environmental assessment for the Ameren--EMRT Big Hollow Project, a natural gas pipeline system proposed for construction and operation in Monroe County, Illinois, and Jefferson County, Missouri, by Houston, Texas-based Enable Mississippi River Transmission LLC. The project involves a 9.6-mile-long, 20-inch-diameter lateral pipeline. It will connect existing mainlines in Illinois to the Big Hollow Energy C more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, April 17 -- FFRF Action Fund, an organization that says it develops and advocates for legislation, regulations and government programs to preserve the constitutional principle of separation between state and church, posted the following news: * * * 'Secularist' Rep. Mike Quigley supports state/church separation FFRF Action Fund's "Secularist of the Week" is U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley for his timely endorsement of the constitutional separation between state and church. Quigley more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Former Ag Sciences dean creates student experience funds * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Since he was 11 years old, Bruce McPheron knew he was going to become an entomologist one day. It wasn't simply a dream but a lifelong plan put in motion while he was a 4-H youth in Ohio exploring the county fairgrounds and its exhibits. Through his years of higher education and graduate work at Ohio State more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, April 17 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Carr Fights Spread of Deadly Tranquilizer Drug Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has joined a coalition of 41 attorneys general in urging Congress to pass the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act. Xylazine, often referred to as "tranq," is a non-opioid veterinary tranquilizer used for large animals, but it is also the top ingredient found in fentanyl powder, including fenta more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 (TNSrep) -- Jones Lang LaSalle, a real estate and investment management company, issued the following news release: * * * Geopolitical tensions and AI demands drive global office fit-out costs up 6% JLL's 2026 Global Office Fit-Out Cost Guide reveals rising M&E, labor and technology costs are creating a complex new environment for corporate occupiers * The global average cost of fitting out an office has increased by 2% to 6% across regions over the past year, dr more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, April 16 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * Guibal Britt, Albertsen Headline All-OVC Selections * SIUE women's tennis standout Margaux Guibal Britt and Head Coach Adam Albertsen earned top league honors from the Ohio Valley Conference, it was announced Thursday. Guibal Britt, a senior from Rossville, Tennessee, was named the OVC Player of the Year. Playing No. 1 singles this season, Guibal Britt holds a 16-7 singles  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt Regency Denver Unveils $70 Million Transformation * Residential-inspired design and thoughtful enhancements usher in a new era for the downtown Denver hotel CHICAGO (April 16, 2026) - Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center proudly announces the completion of its comprehensive $70 million transformation, coinciding with the hotel's 20-year more PR

ARMONK, New York, April 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * IBM and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Expand Discovery Accelerator Institute to Advance AI and Quantum Computing * ARMONK, N.Y. and URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - April 16, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM ) and the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.) today announced an expansion of the IBM-Illinois Discovery Accelerator Institute. T more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: Food/Beverage] (TNSrpt) -- The Institute of Food Technologists posted the following news release: * * * IFT Shares How to Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change to Improve Food and Nutrition Security in New White Paper The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific association committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, has released a white paper on Food Science & Technology Solutions for more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 17 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Illinois Issues Executive Order to Advance Nuclear Power Generation By Camille Norton, NASEO On February 18, 2026, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed an executive order directing state agencies to issue a notice of intent (NOI) to solicit interest from nuclear power developers and establishing an interagency working group, which includes representation from the Illinois En more PR

BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, April 16 -- Illinois Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Illinois Wesleyan Titans Make History with Record-Breaking $3.6 Million Day of Giving A record-breaking $3,661,361 was raised from thousands of Titan supporters to benefit Illinois Wesleyan University during All In for Wesleyan on Tuesday. Now in its 13th year, the annual day of giving continues to provide new and expanded opportunities for current and future IWU students. This year's cam more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, April 16 (TNSjou) -- The International Society for Stem Cell Research issued the following news release: * * * Natural Component from Licorice Alleviates Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Stem Cell-based Model and in Animals A new study published today in Stem Cell Reports demonstrates how a human stem cell-derived model of the intestine can be used to identify potential therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), highlighting glycyrrhizin as a promising candidate for redu more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, April 16 -- The International Society for Stem Cell Research issued the following news release: * * * The ISSCR Announces 2026 Election Results for Vice President and Board of Directors The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) is delighted to announce the results of its 2026 election for leadership positions, including vice president and members of the Board of Directors. The election of this leadership cohort reflects ISSCR's continued evolution as a glo more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Justice Department Announces Completion of Compliance Review After Illinois Removes Unlawful DEI Criteria from Loan Repayment Program Today, the Justice Department announced that it has closed a compliance review of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI). The Department opened this review based on a provision of  more PR

QUINCY, Illinois, April 16 -- John Wood Community College issued the following news: * * * JWCC Board Elects Officers, Accepts $350,000 Grant to Train Manufacturing Workers During John Wood Community College's (JWCC) annual reorganizational meeting for the Board of Trustee's held April 15 in Quincy, Lauren McDowell of Quincy took the oath of office as JWCC student trustee for the 2026-2027 academic year. She succeeds Jacob Davis of Barry, who served during the 2025-2026 academic year. McDowel more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Responds to Reports That President Trump Is Considering Military Operations Against Cuba * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi released the following statement in response to reports of potential Trump Administration plans for U.S. military operations against Cuba: "President Trump has already dragged our country into an illegal, unauthorized war with Iran, and the more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * March 2026 Monthly Release * NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 16, 2026 - The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) today announced estimated catastrophe losses for the month of March of $925 million or $731 million, after-tax, from 15 wind and hail events with approximately 80% of the losses related to three events. Total catastrophe losses for the first  more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 17 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Defends Temporary Protected Status for Immigrants from Somalia Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) unlawful and baseless attempt to strip Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Somali immigrants. The TPS program  more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 17 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Bipartisan Coalition in Support of Federal Rule to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Pricing Comment letter supports stronger disclosure requirements for PBMs, seeks clarity that proposed rule doesn't preempt state PBM transparency laws * Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a bipartisan coalition of 44 attorneys gen more PR

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, April 17 -- Motorola Solutions issued the following news release: * * * Motorola Solutions Opens New R&D and Customer Experience Center in Plantation, Florida Technology solutions accelerate innovation for first responders and help make communities, schools and businesses safer * otorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has announced the opening of its new R&D and Customer Experience Center in Plantation, Florida, focused on design, development and testing for its land mobile ra more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, April 17 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * AG Davenport, Bipartisan Coalition Support Federal Rule to Increase PBM Transparency in Drug Pricing Pharmacy Benefit Managers Affect Affordability of Prescription Drugs, Hurting Patients and Taxpayers * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and a bipartisan coalition of 44 other attorneys general filed a comment letter in support of a proposed U.S. Depart more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, April 16 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * New Podcast Highlights Rural Transit Successes * MACOMB, IL - -The Rural Transit Assistance Center (RTAC), housed within Western Illinois University's Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs and made possible with support from the Illinois Department of Transportation, has launched Rolling Rural: A Rural Transit Assistance Center Podcast, a new initiative highlighting successes in rural transit. T more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, issued the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Builds Tokenized Asset Custody Capabilities on the Canton Network * CHICAGO - Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) today announced it has entered into an agreement with Digital Asset Holdings (Digital Asset) to support the development of custody capabilities for tokenized financial assets. This integration will advance  more PR

LOMBARD, Illinois, April 16 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * NUHS Partners with University Hospitals for New Preceptorship Opportunities * National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) has partnered with University Hospitals (UH) to offer Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine (DC) students the opportunity to participate in a three-month clinical internship as part of a multidisciplinary care team. NUHS students will complete their internships within the UH more PR

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * On Tax Day, Ramirez, Markey Call Congress to Tax the Rich * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today announced the bicameral introduction of their Equal Tax Act, legislation that makes the tax code more equitable. The legislation taxes investment income at the same rate as labor income. The bill also closes other common loopholes used  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 15 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Private equity in autism therapy is straining Medicaid * Private equity's autism therapy boom is straining Medicaid as audits reveal widespread billing issues New report finds rapid private equity expansion in an industry with issues of improper payments, rising costs, and concerns over care quality A new report from the Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) fi more PR

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, April 17 -- Motorola Solutions issued the following news release: * * * PSA Singapore Strengthens Global Maritime Leadership with Motorola Solutions' Technology SINGAPORE - PSA Singapore has chosen Motorola Solutions' (NYSE: MSI) advanced TETRA digital radio communications to strengthen safety and efficiency across its operations while supporting its ongoing expansion through the Tuas Mega Port project. "PSA Singapore is a strategic hub for global trade that facilitate more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 16 [Category: Media] -- The Society of Professional Journalists posted the following news: * * * Region 5 Mark of Excellence Awards 2025 winners announced The Society of Professional Journalists recognizes the best collegiate journalism in Region 5 with 2025 Mark of Excellence Awards winners. SPJ Region 5 includes Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. First-place winners will compete at the national level among other MOE winners from the 12 SPJ regions. National winn more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly gathers health leaders during Black Maternal Health Week to push close health disparities * WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) called for continued action to improve Black maternal health instead of the Trump administration's attacks against healthcare with health advocates and U.S. Reps. Yvette Clarke (NY-11), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), and Jennifer McClellan (VA-04). Black Maternal more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly votes yes on War Powers Resolution, condemns President Trump's ongoing, costly war * WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) voted for the War Powers Resolution to stop President Donald Trump's war against Iran. House Republicans defeated this measure to rein in the President by 213-214. "President Trump entered a war against Iran with no strategy, no exit plan and no clear objectiv more PR

MOLINE, Illinois, April 16 (TNSxrep) -- Black Hawk College issued the following news: * * * Report: BHC and its students add $291M+ to local economy Black Hawk College has released new findings from a comprehensive economic impact study showing the college contributed nearly $291 million in total income to the local economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year. The study, conducted by Lightcast, demonstrates the college's significant return on investment to its major stakeholder groups - students, more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Adams, Underwood, Sen. Booker Reintroduce Bicameral Black Maternal Health Week Resolution * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representatives Lauren Underwood, Alma Adams (D-NC-12), and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), introduced the bicameral resolution recognizing April 11 through April 17 as Black Maternal Health Week. This resolution serves to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, April 17 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jackley Joins AG Coalition to Support Federal Rule Promoting Transparency in Prescription Drug Pricing South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley joins a coalition of 45 Attorneys General in sending a comment letter that supports a proposed U.S. Department of Labor rule that would require greater transparency from pharmacy benefit managers  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 15, 2026: * * * Durbin Denounces Trump Loyalist Nominated To The U.S. Court Of Appeals For The Eighth Circuit During Nominations Hearing Justin Smith, a nominee being considered today to a lifetime position, is a personal attorney to the President, an election denier, and has extensive right-wing political affiliations and ties to dark money  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 15, 2026: * * * Durbin Presses Trump Loyalist Nominated To A Lifetime Judicial Position On The Outcome Of The 2020 Election Durbin questioned Justin Smith, nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, about his involvement with right-wing organizations and ability to be impartial if confirmed * U.S. Senate Democratic Whip  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 15, 2026: * * * Durbin Slams Republicans For Continuing To Hold Up The Bipartisan Deal To Fund Most Of DHS, Including TSA & FEMA In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, slammed congressional Republican more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, posted the following news release: * * * Simple Steps Can Help Residents Be More Energy Efficient at Home * ST. LOUIS (April 16, 2026) - Spring is an ideal time to prepare for warmer temperatures and optimize energy use. Practical, easy-to-follow energy efficiency options can help residents stay comfortable while managing costs, whether by adjusting smart thermostat settings, improving home more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Consumer Healthcare Market Reaches $107 Billion as Americans Double Down on Proactive Wellness As consumers holistically and proactively navigate their physical and mental health, wellness has moved far beyond reactionary purchasing and treating symptoms * The latest State of Consumer Healthcare study from Circana more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news on April 16, 2026: * * * U.S. Soccer and Georgia Power Partner Through the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center with New Power Soccer and Futsal Court Roster of Georgia-Based Companies Investing in the Future of Soccer Continues to Grow * ATLANTA (April 16, 2026) - U.S. Soccer and Georgia Power today announced that Georgia Power will serve as a Supporting Partner of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. S more PR

DUBLIN, Ireland, April 17 (TNSrpt) -- Aon, a provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions and outsourcing services, posted the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * U.S. Storms and European Flood Drive Natural Disaster Losses - Aon Q1 Catastrophe Report Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today published its Global Catastrophe Recap - First Quarter of 2026, which analyzes the natural disaster events that oc more PR

DEKALB, Illinois, April 16 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * UG Student Research Spotlight shines on Lexi Koehl, special education major When Lexi Koehl began her research on federalism and education policy, it started as an honors component for her Political Science course. As the project developed, however, it became clear that her work addressed timely and meaningful issues with lasting relevance, especially for educators entering the field today. Koehl,  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 17 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Bipartisan Coalition in Support of Federal Rule to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Pricing and Lower Costs Comment letter supports stronger disclosure requirements for PBMs, seeks clarity that proposed rule doesn't preempt state PBM transparency laws * Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a bipartisan coalition of 44 at more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- Northwestern Medicine issued the following news release: * * * Volunteers Provide Compassion and Service, Impacting the Lives of those who Give and Receive Care * Wheaton, lll. - April 16, 2026 - For 50 years, National Volunteer Week, held during the third week of April, has recognized the generosity and tireless dedication of individuals who donate their time and talents to make a difference in their communities. Volunteering is proven  more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 17 -- The West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey issued the following news release on April 16, 2026: * * * Attorney General McCuskey joins bipartisan coalition in support of federal rule to increase transparency in prescription drug pricing Comment letter supports stronger disclosure requirements for PBMs, seeks clarity that proposed rule doesn't preempt state PBM transparency laws * West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey joined a bipartisan co more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Congressman Sorensen Works to Crack Down on Insider Trading in Prediction Markets * Click to watch WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) pressed Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Selig about the agency's ability to crack down on insider trading in prediction markets. The Congressman highlighted the need for additional enforcement staff at CFTC to properly more PR