JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, May 1 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * $7.4 Billion Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect * Missouri to receive more than $91 million JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -Today, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective. This settlement caps nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and  more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 1 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * $7.4 Billion Settlement With Purdue Pharma And Sackler Family Goes Into Effect * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, is now legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation challenging Purdue's and the Sackle more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 14 Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Named to 2026 D Magazine 'Best Lawyers in Dallas' List * DALLAS - May 1, 2026 - Fourteen shareholders from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's Dallas office were named to D Magazine 's 2026 "Best Lawyers in Dallas" list, a peer-driven recognition that highlights the city's legal talent. Greenberg Traurig Dallas shareholders selected for 2026 include: * Steven E. Bartz, Corpora more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following news release: * * * 2 drug dealers sentenced for murder following ICE HSI investigation in Florida * MIAMI -A pair of drug traffickers murdered a Miami man because they believed he stole $90,000 in drugs that were actually seized by law enforcement in 2022. Homeland Security Investigations and its federal partners investigated the case in which two U.S. citizens -Tsvia Kol and Jimmy Sanchez -pleaded guilty to using a firear more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news: * * * ACLJ Files Reply Brief to Supreme Court in Landmark Case Representing Professor Dershowitz Against CNN Over Defamation Involving Legal Defense of President Trump By Jay Sekulow and Jordan Sekulow When mainstream media outlets can falsely vilify, smear, and attack public figures with impunity, there is a fundamental problem in the law. That's exactly what's at stake in our case representing Harvard Law School professor emeritus and famed constituti more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution released the following written testimony by Daniel Z. Epstein, vice president of America First Legal, Miami, Florida, and associate professor of law at St. Thomas University, from an April 21, 2026, hearing entitled "Arctic Frost: Conspiracy and Coordination Against President Trump and the American Right": * * * Chairman Schmitt, Ranking Member Welch, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee on the Constitution: President Donald J. Trump overcame the most vindict more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued the following news release: * * * Anchor Bank Assumes Insured Deposits of Community Bank and Trust - West Georgia, LaGrange, Georgia * WASHINGTON-Community Bank and Trust - West Georgia of LaGrange, Georgia was closed today by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, which appointed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. The FDIC entered into an agreement with Anchor Bank of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida to assume substantially all insured depos more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 2 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement as Purdue/Sackler Agreement Goes into Effect Attorney General Mayes today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the Sacklers' role  more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * As the first Barry Scholar in UF history, graduate Ryan James Sheehan brings the Gator legacy to Oxford * Ryan James Sheehan has always believed that history is the magistra vitae -the teacher of life. As he graduates this weekend from the University of Florida with a master's degree in history, the academic world seems to agree. Sheehan has been awarded the prestigious John & Daria Barry Scholarship, which will fund his pursuit of a doctor of philos more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension St. Vincent's and PathPoint Health announce joint venture to expand metabolic care in Northeast Florida * Ascension St. Vincent's and PathPoint Health, a provider of comprehensive metabolic care, announced a strategic joint venture to help individuals prevent and manage metabolic conditions, including diabetes and obesity. The center will open in October at Ascension St. Vincent's Southside, off more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, May 1 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Purdue/Sackler $7.4 billion opioid settlement goes into effect * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the S more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, May 1 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Announces $7.4 Billion Purdue Pharma and Sackler Family Opioid Settlement Now in Effect * California expected to receive over $440 million from the settlement OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement previously reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 1 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Secures Nearly $150 Million for North Carolina in Final Purdue/Sackler Opioid Settlement * $7.4 billion national settlement is now in effect; Sacklers permanently barred from selling opioids in the U.S. RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced today that a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family is now legally in effect. North Carolina is expected to receive more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SECURES FINAL APPROVAL IN $700 MILLION GOOGLE SETTLEMENT OVER APP STORE MONOPOLY * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced a federal court has stated it will approve a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google following allegations the tech giant dominated Android app distribution and in-app payments related to the Google Play Store. Raoul joined a bipartisan group  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL'S $7.4 BILLION OPIOID SETTLEMENT WITH PURDUE GOES IN EFFECT; ILLINOIS TO RECEIVE AN ESTIMATED $148.8 MILLION * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country who pursued investigations and litigation over Pu more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Sunday: Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion National Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect * HARRISBURG -Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that a $7.4 billion national settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the Sacklers' role in fueling the opioid crisis. A coali more PR

BRISTOL, Rhode Island, May 1 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * B. Gokhan Celik Appointed Dean of School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management * BRISTOL, R.I. - Roger Williams University has appointed B. Gokhan Celik, Ph.D., as the next Dean of the School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management (SECCM), following a national search. A longtime member of the RWU community, Celik has been serving the school as Interim Dean since July 2025. Celik brings more than 16 years of experience  more PR

BINGHAMTON, New York, May 2 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Astronaut proves the sky's the limit as Research Days keynote speaker Jeanette Epps highlights importance of collaboration, perseverance By Katelyn Pothakul Record-breaking astronaut and engineer Jeanette Epps touched down Tuesday at Binghamton University to share her journey among the stars and experiences aboard the International Space Station. Epps delivered the keynote address for the University's Research Days and Festival of the Arts -- a week-long more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 2 (TNSLrpt) -- Changing Compensation Costs in the Miami Metropolitan Area March 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - May 1, 2026 * * * Compensation costs for private industry workers increased 4.7 percent in the Miami-Port St. Lucie-Fort Lauderdale, FL Combined Statistical Area (CSA) for the year ending in March 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Victoria G. Lee noted that one year ago, Miami experienced an annual gain of  more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, May 1 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Bradenton Wells Fargo Employees Latest to Force Out CWA Union * Wells Fargo workers across country are seeking to escape from the CWA union, at least four branches already free Bradenton, FL (May 1, 2026) - Following their request to a federal labor board for a vote to remove the union, employees at the Beachway Plaza Wells Fargo branch have successfully forced Communications Workers of America (CWA) union bosses ou more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on May 1, 2026: * * * Chairman Cassidy Applauds Department of Labor's Efforts Supporting Independent Workers, Encourages Portable Benefits U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate, Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, Jim Banks (R-IN), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) applaud the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) recent proposed rule  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * Coast Guard, U.S. Border Patrol, local emergency responders medevac 5 migrant aliens at Survivor's Beach in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. * Ramey Sector U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehend 42 migrant aliens SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - A Coast Guard MH-60T Jayhawk aircrew, U.S. Border Patrol, CG Base Borinquen personnel and local agency responders medevacked five migrant aliens following an unlawful migration voyage vessel landing at Sur more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN CARLOS A. GIMENEZ BACKS EXECUTIVE ORDER IMPOSING SANCTIONS ON CUBAN REGIME OFFICIALS * MIAMI, FL \- Today Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez issued the following statement in support of President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order, Imposing Sanctions on Those Responsible for Repression in Cuba and for Threats to United States National Security and Foreign Policy : Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez said, "The newly implemented sanctions against more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Convicted Felon Sentenced to 30 Months for Drunk Driving Crash with Loaded Gun and Intent to Distribute Drugs * WASHINGTON - Curtis Nathaniel Suber, 35, a previously convicted felon residing in the District of Columbia, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 30 months in prison in connection with unlawfully possessing a loaded firearm while driving drunk and carrying drugs he intended to sell, announced U.S. Atto more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * DHS Suspends Former South Florida Congresswoman, Associates After Indictment Alleging $5.7 Million Disaster Fraud * WASHINGTON - Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Markwayne Mullin, DHS and FEMA are working with federal, state and local law enforcement to investigate fraud and hold offenders accountable. Consistent with this commitment, the DHS Office of the General Counsel and the FEMA Office of Chief Counse more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: Costs Continue to Rise As Iran War Hits 60th Day, Democrats Vow to Fight Back Against Republicans' Redistricting War Today marks 60 days since Donald Trump started his deadly and costly war of choice with Iran, which has claimed the lives of 13 servicemembers and injured hundreds more, and caused prices to skyrocket here at home. Millions of American families and farmers are struggling to make ends meet as the costs o more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following statement on May 1, 2026: * * * Trump Travels to Florida to Sell His Deeply Unpopular Agenda as FL Republicans Push Their Illegal Gerrymandering Scheme Donald Trump traveled to Florida today in a desperate attempt to sell his deeply unpopular agenda that has hiked prices and slashed programs for Florida families and seniors, forcing them to dip even further into their hard-earned savings to make ends meet. Meanwhile, Florida Republicans are focused on unconstitutiona more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Dr. Dileep Yavagal Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at AAN 2026 * The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine neurologist is honored for decades of leadership advancing mechanical thrombectomy and expanding equitable stroke care worldwide. Dileep Yavagal, M.D., chief of interventional neurology and professor of clinical neurology and neurological surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, received a Lifet more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, May 1 -- Eckerd College issued the following news: * * * President Jim Annarelli honored for 35 years of service at annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon By Robbyn Hopewell It was time for special recognitions at the annual Eckerd College Staff Appreciation Luncheon, and President Jim Annarelli stood at the ready to congratulate the award winners. Athletic Director Tom Ryan '87 took the microphone at GO Pavilion on April 16 and offered a stunning surprise. "Jim has served the College for 35 years, in many different  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release: * * * Economic Liberties Calls for Investigation of QXO-TopBuild Building Materials Merger * Washington, D.C. - Following news of the proposed $17 billion acquisition of TopBuild Corp., the largest distributor and installer of insulation and related building products in North America, by QXO, one of the largest building materials distributors in the country, the American Economic Liberties Project is calling on the Federa more PR

ELON, North Carolina, May 1 -- Elon University issued the following news release: * * * Elon University Speaker Series welcomes authors, athletes and advocates to campus in 2026-27 A lineup of nationally recognized public intellectuals, military heroes, sports figures and activists will share their stories with campus audiences in a series exploring "Bold Leadership." By Eric Townsend, staff The Elon University Speaker Series returns in 2026-27 with visitors whose careers span the highest levels of journalism, sports media, military leader more PR

NEW YORK, May 2 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Approved Exempted Fishing Permits Jeopardize South Atlantic Red Snapper Statement from EDF Senior Director for Fisheries & Ocean Public Affairs Reggie Paros * (WASHINGTON) - Today, President Trump announced the approval of permits from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to exempt the states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina and their private anglers from federal rules under the Magnuson-Ste more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026 * Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others. Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across campus. Faculty and Staff Briefs are produced monthly to more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 2 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 1, 2026, by counsel William A. Wright, associates Allyson Lisbeth Chavez and Mason S. Medeiros and partners Scott M. Kosnoff, Sara K. Manske and Reeya Thakrar: * * * OpenAI Trial, Colorado Litigation, and Other AI Developments Artificial Intelligence Briefing * This month's briefing covers the Musk v. OpenAI trial, as well as litigation by Musk's xAI and the US DOJ challenging Colorado's AI law. Additionally, Florida's attor more PR

COCOA, Florida, April 27 -- The National Space Society issued the following news release: * * * Firefly Aerospace to Receive Space Pioneer Award at the National Space Society's ISDC Conference The 44th Annual International Space Development Conference is in McLean, VA, June 4-7, 2026 * The National Space Society is pleased to announce its Space Pioneer Award for Firefly Aerospace's science and engineering success with its first lunar mission, Blue Ghost Mission 1. Firefly will accept the award at the 44th annual International Space Develop more PR

ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, May 1 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Flagler College Announces New Student Government Executive Board for 2026-27 * The Student Government Association, advised by Logan Gullage, assistant director of student engagement, is a group of student leaders elected by the student body. SGA serves both the Flagler College campus and the St. Augustine community through advocacy, service, campus programming, and student representation. SGA also sponsors several signature campus events each year, including more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 2 -- The Florida State University's College of Business issued the following news: * * * FSU students place third as only U.S. team at global competition A team of four students from Florida State University's Herbert Wertheim College of Business said they seized a spirit of confidence - thanks to their intense preparation - to earn a third-place finish at the prestigious 36th annual Scotiabank International Case Competition, held March 24-28 in Ontario, Canada. The only team representing the U.S., FSU students Luc more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Urges Tennessee Supreme Court to Oppose the ABA's Law School Accreditation Monopoly * Federal Trade Commission staff urged the Tennessee Supreme Court yesterday to open law school accreditation to competition by reducing its reliance on the American Bar Association (ABA) in determining which law schools provide sufficient education for their graduates to take the Tennessee bar examination. The letter was joined by the U.S. Attorney for the Middle  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor DeSantis Signs Landmark Reforms to Support Education and Hold School Unions Accountable * FORT MYERS, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 1296 and HB 1279, strengthening transparency and accountability in teacher unions, supporting educators, and expanding opportunities for students and parents across Florida. "Thanks to our historic investments and common-sense policies, Florida has ranked #1 in the nation for education more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Gordon "Flash" Sprague to the University of West Florida Board of Trustee * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Gordon "Flash" Sprague to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees. Gordon "Flash" Sprague Sprague is currently retired and previously served as a Senior Vice President, Regional Wholesaler for AIM. Active in his community, he has served as the Pr more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Florida Development Finance Corporation * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Daniel Craig and the reappointment of John "Michael" Quijano and Taylor Smith to the Florida Development Finance Corporation. Daniel Craig Craig is the President of Michael Baker International and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Tidal Basin Group. Active in his more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Stacy Plean to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Stacy Plean to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees. Stacy Plean Plean is a Broker Associate with LoKation Real Estate and the Founder of The HomeSeeker Group. She is a current committee member for Florida's Alzheimer's Disease Advisor more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's Jacqueline Tambone deGrandpre Moderates BBA's Annual Superior Court Bench Meets Bar * BOSTON - May 1, 2026 - Jacqueline Tambone deGrandpre, a Litigation shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's Boston office, and co-chair of the Boston Bar Association (BBA)'s Insurance and Torts Litigation Committee, will moderate the annual Superior Court Bench Meets Bar event May 13. The program will more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's Michelle Kim Receives Pro Bono Excellence Award * CHICAGO - May 1, 2026 - Michelle M. Kim, an associate in Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's Chicago office, received the "Excellence in Pro Bono" award from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, in conjunction with the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, at the 24th Annual Awards for Excellence in Pro Bono & Public Interest  more PR

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, May 1 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Students Build Professional Skills, Network at High Point Market * High Point University (r) students worked alongside thousands of home furnishings professionals during the spring High Point Market, which ran from April 25-29. Tomiwa Bello, a senior finance major, worked his fifth market in the Currey and Company showroom as he prepared to start a full-time position with Morgan Stanley after graduating from HPU. HIGH POINT, N.C., May 1 more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: LA Times Op-Ed - Padilla, Lemek: "Trump votes by mail. He just doesn't want you to" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and California's former Secretary of State, and Brian Lemek, Executive Director of Defend the Vote, penned an op-ed in the Los Angeles Times condemning President Trump's threats to restrict voter access and urgi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... Sen. Rick Scott Questions Sec. Hegseth, General Caine in Senate Armed Services Committee Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Senator Rick Scott questioned top defense officials at a Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) hearing on the Department of War budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY 27) and the Future Years Defense Program. You can watch his questions for the witnesses, Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth; Under Secr more PR

FORT PIERCE, Florida, May 1 -- Indian River State College issued the following news release: * * * Indian River State College and FAU Team Up to Offer Treasure Coast Students a Bachelor's Degree Path FORT PIERCE, FL (April 29, 2026) -- Indian River State College (The River) students now have another exciting option to pursue their bachelor's degree. The River and Florida Atlantic University (FAU) have joined forces through Link2FAU, a program that gives Treasure Coast students a guaranteed path from an Indian River State College associate de more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Joel Maser Named 'Gerald T. Hart Outstanding Tax Attorney of the Year' by The Florida Bar * FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - May 1 2026 - Joel D. Maser, a shareholder in Greenberg Traurig, P.A. 's Fort Lauderdale office, was honored with the "Gerald T. Hart Outstanding Tax Attorney of the Year Award" by The Florida Bar Tax Section. According to the organization, recipients are selected for major contributions to the advancement more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13210) on April 29, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Anthony R. Marshak: * * * The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA): Issues for the 119th Congress The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended (MSA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.1801 et seq.), is the primary law authorizing the conservation and management of U.S. federal marine fisheries (i.e., those occurring in waters up to  more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 2 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown and Bipartisan Coalition to Secure Final Approval in $700 Million Google Settlement over App Store Monopoly Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google has received final judicial approval. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settleme more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 2 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Announces Purdue-Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement To Go Into Effect Maryland Expected To Receive Over $90 Million * Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * MEDIA ADVISORY: Rep. Diaz-Balart to Deliver $3.1 Million for the University of Miami's Miami Project to Cure Paralysis * MIAMI, FL - Representative Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26) is pleased to invite members of the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony on Monday, May 04 th at 11:00 a.m. The event celebrates the $3.1 million in federal funding secured by Congressman Diaz-Balart for the University of Miami's Miami Project to Cure Para more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 2 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect New Jersey to Receive Over $125 Million * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue' more PR

SAO JOSE DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, May 1 -- Embraer, a producer of commercial, military, executive and agricultural aircraft, issued the following news on April 30, 2026: * * * Next-Generation Praetor 600E Earns Triple Certification from ANAC, FAA, and EASA * Triple certification by ANAC, FAA, and EASA underscores Embraer's engineering excellence and global operational readiness * The Praetor 600E debuts Embraer's Smart Window(TM)--redefining how passengers experience productivity, connectivity, and comfort * Melbourne, Florida - Embraer (NYSE more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Nine Key Moments: Hearing with Health System CEOs CEOs representing some of the nation's largest health systems, including the largest for-profit and tax-exempt hospital systems in the country, appeared at a Ways and Means Committee hearing during which they were unable to justify their corporate manipulation of legal loopholes and taxpayer subsidies that puts profits over patient access t more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * Future of the Catch: the Modernization of Recreational Red Snapper Data Collection NOAA Fisheries and partners are using innovative methods to modernize Gulf of America recreational red snapper data collection. These projects are working to deliver faster, more efficient science. * Red snapper is a cultural and economic cornerstone for coastal communities in the Gulf of America. The species is a massive driv more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Durbin, Peters, Schumer Lead Senate Colleagues in Pushing Back on Trump's Executive Order Attacking Vote-By-Mail * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules Committee and former California Secretary of State, along with Senators Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), and Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), led a group of 20 Senate Democrats in pushing back on President Trump's Exec more PR

NEW ALBANY, Indiana, May 1 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Pinnacle Presentation: Rebekkah Meixner-Hanks, professor of theater-design and production * By Steven Krolak Dr. Rebekkah Meixner-Hanks delivered an eye-opening Pinnacle Presentation on the magic-and the reality-of stagecraft to members of the IU Southeast community. Recounting her own journey in the field, Meixner-Hanks revealed not only a mastery of her art but also a dedication to preparing students for career success through immersion  more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 1 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect * Attorney General Skrmetti announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the Sacklers' role in fueling the opioid crisis. The attorneys general laun more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 1 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect * Lincoln -Attorney General Mike Hilgers today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the Sackler's role in fueling the opioid crisis. The atto more PR

LANSING, Michigan, May 1 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Purdue/Sackler $7.4 Billion Opioid Settlement Goes into Effect * LANSING -Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue's and the Sacklers' role in fueling the opioid crisis. T more PR

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 1 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement takes effect, delivering $105.6 million to Washington state and local governments * Attorney General Nick Brown today announced that a $7.4 billion multistate settlement reached with Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective. The settlement will deliver $105.6 million split between Washington state and 125 cities and counties, with more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Q and A with Brain Cancer Expert Macarena de la Fuente * As part of the Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute, Dr. de la Fuente oversees clinical trials for new brain cancer treatments and studies targeted therapies for gliomas. May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the more than 100,000 Americans diagnosed each year with a primary brain tumor and the urgent work underway to improve outcomes for patients and families fa more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Quarterly transformation update: Care closer to home, designed around people, built to last * Ascension is advancing its transformation strategy across its markets, expanding access and investing in updated care environments that better support patients and families. The focus is on bringing care closer to where people live and work, while designing every space around the experience of patients and their  more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, May 1 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Ramsdells Named SDSU Alumni & Foundation's 2026 Philanthropic Family of the Year * The SDSU Alumni & Foundation honored the Scott '75 and Lani Ramsdell family as the 2026 Philanthropic Family of the Year. Created in 2012, the award acknowledges exceptional, influential generosity to a variety of causes by a family in support of SDSU. The award was announced April 30 before a crowd of over 700 at the Celebration of Philanthropy at The Oscar Lar more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, May 1 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release: * * * Raymond James completes acquisition of Clark Capital Management Group * ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Raymond James announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Clark Capital Management Group, Inc. ("Clark Capital"), a leading asset management firm specializing in wealth-focused solutions. The transaction was first announced in January of 2026. Clark Capital will continue to maintain its brand and becom more PR

SOUTH BEND, Indiana, May 1 -- The University of Notre Dame Law School posted the following news: * * * Rev. Patrick Reidy Named 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award Recipient * Rev. Patrick E. Reidy, C.S.C., associate professor of law, has been selected by the Notre Dame Law School Class of 2026 as the recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award. He will deliver the commencement address during the Law School's Hooding Ceremony on May 16. The Distinguished Teaching Award, awarded annually by each graduating class and coordinated by the more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, May 2 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jackley Announces Settlement with Purdue Pharma, South Dakota to Receive $10.1 Million South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, for their role in fueling the opioid crisis takes effect today (Friday, May 1). South Dakota is expected to receive an estimated $10.1 million during the next 15 years a more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, May 1 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * School of Nursing Joins International Honor Society * by Rachel Ward, Student Public Relations Writer Cedarville nursing students are now able to join Sigma Theta Tau, the international honor society of nurses, after Cedarville University's School of Nursing joined the organization's Zeta Phi at-large chapter in March. By joining Wittenberg University, Kettering College and Wright State University in the Zeta Phi at-large chapter, Cedarville students have  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott in Wall Street Journal: Your Taxes Shouldn't Help Platform Hasan Piker * NAPLES, Fla. -This week, the Wall Street Journal published a letter to the editor by Senator Rick Scott responding to its earlier editorial about the decline of Yale University, which culminated in Yale hosting Hasan Piker, a left-wing socialist podcaster who has publicly called for the murder of Senator Scott and others. Senator Scott said, " America is $39 tril more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Senator Moody and President Trump Tout Recent Policy Wins in The Villages THE VILLAGES, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody is working to take the Florida blueprint for success nationwide. Standing with President Donald Trump today in The Villages, Senator Moody highlighted recent policy wins. "Florida has set the blueprint for the rest of the nation--we've shown what happens when you keep taxes low, support law enforcement, empower fam more PR

COCOA, Florida, April 28 -- The National Space Society issued the following news release: * * * SETI Institute President and CEO Bill Diamond to Speak at the National Space Society ISDC The 44th Annual International Space Development Conference is in McLean, VA, June 4-7, 2026 * The National Space Society is pleased to announce a keynote by Bill Diamond at its annual International Space Development Conference, which will be held from June 4-7 in McLean, VA. Diamond is the president and CEO of the SETI Institute, a nonprofit astrophysics a more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 2 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort Officially Debuts, Marking a New Era for South Florida's Iconic Beachfront Destination Extensive renovations, fresh programming, and a new brand redefine Hollywood's landmark resort and signal the continued growth of Signia by Hilton * Signia by Hilton Diplomat Beach Resort officially opens on May 1, 2026, marking a new era for South Florida's iconic beachfront destination as The Diplomat Beach  more PR

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, May 2 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Support Builds for the Safer Shrimp Imports Act Yesterday, at the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on "Healthier America: Legislative Proposals on the Regulation and Oversight of Food," lawmakers and experts discussed the Safer Shrimp Imports Act (H.R. 3324). The bill's concept is simple: if foreign countries want to sell shrimp in the U.S. market, they must prove their food safety systems are just as  more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 2 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news on May 1, 2026: * * * LEV Manufacturing to Establish Tennessee Footprint with Nearly 300 Jobs in Putnam County * Light electric vehicle producer to create nearly 300 jobs in Algood * Project marks first Tennessee location for LEV Manufacturing * Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and LEV (Light Electric Vehicles) Manufacturing officia more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11991) on April 29, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and U.S. Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai. Here are excerpts: * * * The U.S. Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW): Dark Eagle What Is the Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon? The Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) - also known as Dark Eagle (Figure 1) - with a reported range of 1,725 miles, consists of a ground-launched missile equipped with a more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCFPD Welcomes 2 New Officers, Announces Promotions * Highlights * During UCF Public Safety's recent swearing-in ceremony, officers Brittany Lopez and Daira Yulfo-Vargas '25 joined the UCF Police Department and will enter the patrol division after completing field training. * The ceremony also recognized the promotions of four UCF Public Safety team members -Corporal Melissa Guadagnino, Jennifer Floyd, Benita Harrison and Tiffany Ortiz -as th more PR

LAFAYETTE, Louisiana, May 1 -- The University of Louisiana Lafayette campus issued the following news: * * * UL Lafayette team named grand champions in National Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge A team of five students from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Engineering earned Grand Champion honors at the 10th annual National Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge in Sarasota, Florida. The competition, hosted by Sun Hydraulics, challenges teams from across the United States to design and build a human-powered vehicle using fluid power s more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, May 2 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news: * * * UNF celebrates its largest graduating class during Spring 2026 Commencement Today, the University of North Florida celebrated about 2,300 students - its largest graduating class - earning their degrees during the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies at the UNF Arena. Interim President Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti presided over the ceremonies. Ray Rodrigues, chancellor of the State University System of Florida, spoke at the morning ceremony. Gr more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, May 2 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news: * * * UNF's OspreyPro receives NACE program endorsement The University of North Florida's OspreyPro career and professional development program has been endorsed by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). This distinction recognizes the strength of the program's alignment with the NACE Career Readiness Framework and an intentional, evidence-based approach to preparing students for career success. It endorses OspreyPro as a leading e more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following news release: * * * US Department of Labor names Office of the Secretary's senior leadership team * WASHINGTON - Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling today announced key senior leadership roles within the Office of the Secretary to support the department's ongoing work advancing President Trump's agenda and delivering results for American workers, employers, and retirees. "I'm proud to have a strong, experienced team in place to continue driving the departme more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Virginia Workplaces Named Best in the Nation for Commuters Virginia is on the move! Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC) has recognized Virginia as the #1 state in the nation, reflecting the Commonwealth's commitment to innovative, employee-focused transportation solutions. This ranking celebrates Virginia for having the highest number of participating employers, universities, and residential communities in the c more PR

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Wasserman Schultz Stands With TPS Recipients, Advocates to Call on Supreme Court to Defend TPS * Plantation, FL - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), joined Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients and immigration advocates to call on the U.S. Supreme Court to defend TPS after the court heard arguments in Miot v. Trump, a consolidated case challenging the Trump administration's unlawful termination of TPS for Haiti and S more PR