WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense released the following testimony by Rear Adm. Lower Half Richard S. Lofgren, acting chief of the U.S. Navy Reserve, from an April 17, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget: * * * Chair Calvert, Ranking Member McCollum, distinguished members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify on behalf of the 59,000 Navy Reserve Sailors, 2,400 Strategic Sealift Officers, and 400 civilians of the Navy Reserve. I wa more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * Administrator Zeldin Announces Selection of Members to the Science Advisory Board * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin is announcing the selection of new members to the Science Advisory Board (SAB). The well-qualified experts from a broad range of scientific disciplines bring the experience and expertise needed to provide Gold Standard scie more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, posted the following news release: * * * America First Legal Continues to Advance Lawsuit to Restore Integrity to the Census * Today, America First Legal (AFL) filed a consolidated opposition to two motions to dismiss its complaint in USF College Republicans v. Lutnick, a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Census Bureau's unprecedented reliance on statistical imputation during the 2020 Census. AFL's la more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on April 16, 2026, by Patrick Gleason: * * * Tennessee Becomes REINS Act State Number 14, with South Carolina on Deck to be Number 15 The American people continue to vote with their feet, moving from high-tax blue states to red states with lower overall tax burdens, according to updated interstate migration data recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau. In fact, no-income-tax states and those with relatively l more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso Introduces No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to strengthen immigration enforcement and ensure safer roads for all Americans. The No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act requires states to verify legal status before issuing a driver's license, commercial driver's license, or persona more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Cammack Introduces Landmark Bill to Deliver Critical Mental Health Support for First Responders * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Cammack (R-FL-03) introduced the Answering the Call Act of 2026, in recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This legislation strengthens the implementation of the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by ensuring it effectively serves first responders. F more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Chairwoman Salazar Leads Key Hearing on What Comes Next for Cuba and Latin America After Maduro * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Chairwoman of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, led a key hearing titled "Latin America After the Fall of Maduro," examining next steps for Cuba and the region as dynamics shift following Nicolas Maduro's fall. The regional balance has  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense released the following testimony by Lt. Gen. John P. Healy, chief of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, from an April 17, 2026, hearing on fiscal 2027 budget requests: * * * Chairman Calvert, Ranking Member McCollum, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, it is my privilege to testify on behalf of the United States Air Force Reserve (AFR). The AFR is a combat-ready force committed to defending the Nation, deterring aggre more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: * * * CitiesSpeak Podcast Features Ayesha Rascoe and Vincent Evans on Leadership, Equity and National Policy Priorities * A new episode of the CitiesSpeak podcast from the National League of Cities (NLC) features Ayesha Rascoe, host of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday, in conversation with Vincent Evans, Executive Director of the Congressional Black Caucus, record more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The American Immigration Council issued the following news release: * * * Data: Eligible Immigrant Voters Play a Key Role in Elections in Hundreds of Swing Districts * Analysis of 284 congressional districts highlights immigrants' role in shaping close races A new analysis from the American Immigration Council finds that millions of immigrant voters who are U.S. citizens are a central part of the electorate across 284 cong more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Democrats Post "Gargantuan" Fundraising Numbers as They're Poised To Win Back the House Majority * House Democrats and Red to Blue candidates are dominating in Q1 fundraising, raising commanding numbers against their Republican opponents and strong momentum at the outset of 2026. Democrats outraised Republicans in 42 of the DCCC's battleground districts. DCCC Spokesperson Liam B more PR

WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 17, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: Democrats Clinch Victory in NJ-11, Trump's Failing Economy Leaves Americans With Higher Costs and Higher Taxes Last night, Rep.-elect Analilia Mejia defeated her opponent, Joe Hathaway, to clinch victory in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election, a seat formerly held by Governor Mikie Sherrill. With her victory, Garden Staters gain a proven lea more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Donalds Introduces The Defining Dealer Act: Preventing Government Overreach In Our Financial Markets * WASHINGTON - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has introduced legislation to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, establishing a clear distinction between professional firms and private traders to prevent government overreach in our financial markets. The "Defining Dealer Act" is the 22nd  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 18 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAMU CoPPS, IPH and PAN Foundation to Expand Public Health Practicum Opportunities A new partnership between Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (CoPPS, IPH) and the Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation is opening the door for Master of Public Health (MPH) learners to step bey more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic Presented by Oakley to be telecast live on ESPNU and ESPN App * The championship game and semifinal action of the inaugural Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic presented by Oakley will be telecast live on a national stage, exclusively on ESPNU and the ESPN App. Championship game play kicks off at 3 p.m. PDT/6 p.m. EDT, preceded by a sem more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 18 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FIU debuts new music therapy major, expanding its Bachelor of Music program By Emily Martinez Florida International University is expanding access to high-impact healthcare careers with the launch of a new major in Music Therapy. The program positions FIU among only four universities in Florida offering this major. Offered through the Herbert more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 18 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Frost & Sullivan Celebrates Industry Leaders at the 2026 Best Practices Recognition Gala Recognizing companies for excellence, innovation, and business impact * Industry trailblazers convened in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the 2026 Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Gala, held at the Marriott Harbo more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following news release: * * * Gabby Giffords remembers the victims and survivors of the FSU mass shooting one year later * WASHINGTON - GIFFORDS, the national gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement recognizing one year since the deadly mass shooting at Florida State University. Two pe more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Robert Hitchcock and Karin Montini and the reappointment of Emery Gainey and Caridad "Carrie" Lee to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees. Robert Hitchcock Hitchcock is the Vice President of Hitchcock & Sons,  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Caitlin Dawkins and Kiyan Michael and the reappointment of Adrian Soud and Patricia Tuthill to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision. Caitlin Dawkins Dawkins is the Policy Coordinator fo more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Information Systems Council * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Christopher Blackmon and the reappointment of Ed Hudak Jr. and Carolyn Timmann to the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Information Systems Council. Christopher Blackmon Blackmon is the Osceola County Sheriff. more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Council for Early Grade Success * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Maria Alba-Quesada, Lindsey Brown, and Meghan Collins to the Council for Early Grade Success. Maria Alba-Quesada Alba-Quesada is the Academic Director of Curriculum and Instruction for South Prep Scholars Academy. Previously, s more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 17 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Arthur Keiser and Alex Rizo to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education. Arthur Keiser, EdD Keiser is the Chancellor and Founder of Keiser University and Southeastern College. Active in his community, more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 17 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Charles Dunham, Kieran Dwyer, and Jena Valdetero to Speak at 2026 Executive War College * NEW ORLEANS - April 17, 2026 - Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Charles C. Dunham, IV, Kieran Dwyer, and Jena M. Valdetero will serve as panelists at sessions throughout the 31 st Annual Executive War College on Diagnostics, Clinical Laboratory, a more PR

NEW YORK, April 17 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Gut Bacteria Predict Skin Cancer Recurrence, but Only When Matched for 'Microbial Fingerprint' * T he specific mix of bacteria living in a person's gut can predict the chances that melanoma will recur after surgery and immunotherapy, a treatment that helps immune cells target cancer cells. This is according to a new study l more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 17 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU hosts virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities hosted a virtual Emerging Leaders' Summit focused on preparing students for internships and career opportunities in various fields. HACU's Emerging Leaders' Summit provides students from HACU-member institutions with opportunities to develop the more PR

WASHINGTON, April 18 -- Rep. Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies, issued the following news release on April 17, 2026: * * * House Appropriations Subcommittee Advances 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Funding Bill Today, the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies advanced Republicans' fiscal year 2027 spending  more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 18 -- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center issued the following news: * * * A Veteran Firefighter Puts His Heart First How BIDMC Is Closing the Gap in Firefighter Heart Health Coming close to stepping off the flat roof of a burning building would make anyone's blood pressure skyrocket, but for Glen, it was just part of the job. Risky, yes, but as a member of Boston Fire, he went wherever his engine was called. "It's the best job I've ever had. It's very stressful more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Channels Popular Anger at Energy Sec. Wright for Sky-High Electric and Fuel Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) grilled Trump-appointed Energy Secretary Chris Wright on policies that are costing Americans. Trump and GOP policies and their war with Iran are driving massive price hikes and inflation. Rep. Castor grilled Energy Secretary Chris Wri more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Castor Presses for Higher Pay for MacDill AFB Civilians & Service Members, and Investments in Critical Missions * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) this week pressed for stronger investments in MacDill Air Force Base and higher pay for MacDill civilians and service members, and military families in testimony before the House Armed Services Committee, outlining key p more PR

WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * In One Week, National Fraud Enforcement Division Announces More Arrests, Convictions and Sentences Representing Over $340 Million In Taxpayer Fraud Five Arrested Yesterday in Three States for $1.6 Million COVID-19 Scheme * The Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division announced the following actions from across the country to hold individuals accountable for schemes that attempted  more PR

COCOA, Florida, April 11 -- The National Space Society issued the following news release: * * * The National Space Society Welcomes the Crew of Artemis 2 Home Now we must focus on continued forward-looking goals * In the evening of April 10, the Artemis 2 mission concluded with a flawless reentry and splashdown off the coast of Southern California. From its launch on April 1 to the crew recovery on Friday, the flight was one for the history books, with every major system working as planned. more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 17 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * New Page Center grants focus on activism and advocacy in public communication The Arthur W. Page Center at Penn State announced the recipients of its 2026 Page/Johnson Legacy Scholar grants, selecting 11 projects that will assess how corporate social responsibility, advocacy and activism are evolving in a polarized political and cultural environment. The accepted projects feature 26 scho more PR

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, April 17 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Paul L. Thomas says education policy and socioeconomic policy have strong ties * Paul L. Thomas was quoted in the Alaska Beacon and other news sources about standardized test scores and what they mean for policymaking. Thomas, a longtime Furman University education professor, told the Alaska Legislature Task Force on Education Funding that standardized test results might not be the most appropriate dat more PR

NEW YORK, April 17 [Category: Media] -- ProPublica, an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism, issued the following news release: * * * ProPublica and Partners Nominated for Two Emmys * The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced ProPublica and partners as nominees for two News & Documentary Emmy Awards. " Estatus: Venezolano," a documentary directed by ProPublica's Mauricio Rodriguez Pons in partnership with FRONTLINE FEATURES, an effort fro more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, April 18 -- Radford University issued the following Highlander Highlights wrap up for the week of April 13, 2026: * * * Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. In this column, we highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a better place, we'll feature the more PR

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Salazar Convenes National Manufacturers as Industry Calls the DIGNITY Act an Economic Imperative * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27) convened a high-level roundtable with National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons and leading job creators from across the country, representing the nation's largest manufacturing organization. They came to Was more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Wilson Introduces Transit Workforce Development Act to Strengthen America's Transit Workforce * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) introduced the Transit Workforce Development Act, legislation to expand workforce training and strengthen the pipeline of skilled workers needed to support the nation's public transportation systems. The bill amends federal tra more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Steube, Suozzi Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Septic Replacement Grants from Federal Income Tax * WASHINGTON -U.S. Representatives Greg Steube (R-Fla.), Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.), Aaron Bean (R-Fla.), and Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) introduced the SEPTIC Act, legislation to create a uniform federal income-tax exclusion for financial assistance provided to homeowners for septic system replacement. The more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Suozzi Introduces Bipartisan SEPTIC Act to Protect Homeowners and Improve Water Quality Nationwide * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced the bipartisan SEPTIC Act alongside Co-Leads Congressmen Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Aaron Bean (R-FL), and Greg Steube (R-FL). The Septic Exclusion for Property owners through T more PR

WASHINGTON, April 13 -- American Rivers issued the following news release: * * * Suwannee River Named #10 on America's Most Endangered Rivers List of 2026 Due to Nitrate Pollution, Excessive Groundwater Withdrawals American Rivers is today naming the Suwannee River as one of America's Most Endangered Rivers of 2026, due to increasing threats from nitrate pollution and excessive groundwater withdrawals that are contaminating the river, causing vital springs to dry up, and threatening public he more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 17 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Texas Southern University Welcomes Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees Chairman Admiral James Stavridis as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker * Texas Southern University is excited to welcome Admiral James "Jim" Stavridis, Chair of The Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees, as the keynote speaker for its 9:00 a.m. spring commencement ceremony. Admiral Stavridis joined The Rockefeller Foundation Boa more PR

HOLLYWOOD, Florida, April 17 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news: * * * The Strokes 'Reality Awaits North America' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Sept. 13 * The Strokes "Reality Awaits North America" is coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Sunday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m.  Tickets on sale now and start at $65. Tickets are available at www.myHRL.com. Doo more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Congressman Bean Questions HHS Secretary Kennedy * WASHINGTON -U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04), member of the Ways and Means Committee, spoke with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., about his Make America Healthy Again initiative, empowering patients and tackling fraud. During his line of questioning, Congressman Bean highlighted his HSA's for Al more PR

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, April 17 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB Students Earn Top Honors at 1890 Research Symposium * Students from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (UAPB-SAFHS) earned top honors at the Association of 1890 Research Directors Biennial Research Symposium. Humphrey Wanjala, a graduate student in the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries, received first place in the g more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, April 17 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * UF Historic St. Augustine to host 5th annual history festival May 6-10 * The University of Florida Historic St. Augustine (UFHSA), in collaboration with local partners, presents the fifth annual St. Augustine History Festival from May 6-10 to showcase America's oldest city. More than 40 historic venues will offer tours, lectures, family-friendly events, workshops and other happenings. The 2026 event  more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 17 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Undergrad Physics Researcher Connor Waite Contributes to NASA-Funded Space Mission * If you trace the orbit of the International Space Station around the Earth, you'll see a path resembling yarn wound into a ball. That's because the spacecraft orbits at a 51.6-degree inclination and as the planet rotates, the path covers a new swath from north to south and south to north as the ISS cruises along at roughly 17 more PR

WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSjou) -- Visual complexity in product packaging influences how consumers perceive both environmental impact and product performance, according to research published by Soo Yon Ryu, assistant professor of business administration at Washington and Lee University. The study provides a framework for managers to align package aesthetics with specific brand goals. The research article, titled Simple is Eco-Friendly but Complex is Effective: Inferences from Visual Complexity in more PR