CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 7 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 CIAA Softball All-Conference Team and Postseason Honors Announced * Orangeburg, SC (May 6, 2026) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA(r)) announces its 2026 Softball All-Conference teams and postseason honors as voted by the CIAA Sports Information Directors Association in conjunction with the conference's head coaches. This year's honorees are highlighted by CIAA Player of the Yea more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 7 -- The University of Virginia School of Law posted the following news: * * * 6 Professors To Present Research at Top Law and Economics Conference * Six University of Virginia School of Law professors will have their research featured at the American Law and Economics Association annual meeting May 15-16. The conference committee chooses articles from around 400 submissions each year; this year, selected scholars will present at the University of Chicago. Professor Michal Barzuza, who teaches corporate la more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 6 -- The American Apparel and Footwear Association issued the following letter on May 5, 2026: * * * AAFA/FLA Urge Pakistan to Support ILO Better Work Mr. Abbas Mehdi, syed.abbas@edf.gov.pk, Executive Director, Export Development Fund, 2nd Floor, FPCCI Capital House, Mauve Area, G-8/1 Islamabad, Pakistan Dear Executive Director Mehdi: The membership of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Fair Labor Association (FLA) represent hundreds of American, European, and Canadian buyers, many of whom s more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following testimony by Emerson J. Sykes, senior staff attorney of the Speech, Privacy and Technology Project at the American Civil Liberties Union, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Speech or Silence? The Future of the First Amendment in Higher Education": * * * Good morning, Chair Walberg, Ranking Member Scott, Subcommittee Chair Burgess, Subcommittee Ranking Member Adams, and Members of the Subcommittee. On  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NH Applauds Passage of Home Education Bill Concord, NH -Today, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) applauded the passage of HB 1268, which will update state law governing home education programs. HB 1268 modernizes New Hampshire's home education laws by reducing unnecessary mandates on families while reaffirming parents' primary role in directing their children's education.  AFP-NH Deputy State Director S more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NH: Senate Missed Opportunity to Deliver Meaningful Relief to Small Businesses During Small Business Week Concord, NH -During National Small Business Week, Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) expressed disappointment with the Senate's amended version of HB 155, which removed the original Business Enterprise Tax (BET) rate reduction included in the House-passed bill.  AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Sco more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-SC Applauds State Senate for Passing Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act COLUMBIA, SC - Last night, the South Carolina Senate passed the Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act (H. 3021) with unanimous support. Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) has been a strong champion of this bill and held a press conference in January with small business owners to encourage legislators to get this bill passed this se more PR

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 7 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown wins tariffs lawsuit against Trump administration * Attorney General Nick Brown today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court - ruling on a challenge brought by a coalition of 24 states - struck down those tariffs and specifically enjoined their application to Washington state after ruling the more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 7 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * April Commercial Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings Increase 42 Percent from Previous Year Total Bankruptcy Filings Increase 14 Percent * NEW YORK/ALEXANDRIA - The 644 commercial chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in April 2026 represented at 42 percent increase over the 454 filings recorded in April 2025, according to data provided by Epiq AACER, the leading provider of U.S. bankruptcy filing data. Overall commercial filings increased 21 percen more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news: * * * Conservatives Are Beating Newsom at His Own Game By Logan Sekulow Democrats thought they had the upper hand in the redistricting fight - pouring millions into Virginia and with Gavin Newsom leading the charge in California. But now the landscape has perhaps shifted. Legal setbacks, such as the recent Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana, are mounting, making the battle for control of Congress far more unpredictable. It started with Texas and Califor more PR

RESTON, Virginia, May 7 -- The American College of Radiology issued the following news: * * * American College of Radiology Approves First Ever Practice Parameter for Imaging Artificial Intelligence JACR publishes Assess-AI technical framework for ongoing monitoring of clinical Imaging AI * WASHINGTON, DC -- The American College of Radiology(R) Council approved the groundbreaking ACR-SIIM (Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine) Practice Parameter for Imaging Artificial Intelligence (AI) at ACR 2026, the College's annual meeting in Wa more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Amtrak and Away Partner for a More Premium Travel Experience * The new brand partnership is designed to deliver an increasingly seamless and elevated travel experience - with exclusive access to promotions, products, and more WASHINGTON - Amtrak and Away, two pioneering brands in travel, have teamed up in advance of the summer season to become each other's official luggage and train travel partners. Amtrak continues to report more riders and r more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Antonin Scalia Law School Administrative Law Clinic submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management in response to the agency's proposed revisions to its reduction-in-force regulations. The Clinic advocates for regulatory improvements consistent with constitutional and statutory principles. The letter provides historical context, noting that RIF authority has existed since 1876 and that past administrations have implemented large federal workforce reductions. The Department of Defense has e more ST

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 8 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs Attorney General Kris Mayes today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court granted summary judgment to a coalition of 24 states, striking down those tariffs. "President Trump cannot invent powers the law does not give hi more PR

MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 7 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's New Illegal Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Charity Clark today secured a court order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A f more PR

SALEM, Oregon, May 7 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Dan Rayfield today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court gra more PR

NEW YORK, May 7 -- Baruch College posted the following news: * * * Baruch Mathematics Professor Andrew Obus Wins CUNY Mentoring Award * Associate Professor of Mathematics Andrew Obus was recognized for excellence in doctoral student advising and mentorship. Andrew Obus, PhD, associate professor of mathematics, is among eight recipients of The City University of New York Graduate Center's 2025-26 Mentoring and Teaching Award, which recognizes professors' deep commitment to mentoring doctoral students at the Center. Dr. Obus traces an int more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * CAIR-Texas Applauds State Legislators' Defense of Religious Freedom; Urges Governor to Withdraw 'Enforcement by Ultimatum' in Grand Prairie The Texas chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Texas) today responded to Governor Greg Abbott's threat to terminate $530,000 in state grants to the City of Grand Prairie. The governor's ultimatum forced the cancellation of "DFW Epic Eid," a private community celebra more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 7 -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release: * * * UK Students Recognised in National AI Investment Challenge University teams apply AI to real-world investment problems, with Lancaster University team taking top prize. * CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, has announced the winner of its inaugural AI Investment Challenge, with the top prize awarded to a student team from Lancaster University. Some 28 teams from 15 unive more PR

ALBANY, New York, May 8 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Celebrates SUNY Cortland and SUNY Maritime Men's Lacrosse Teams Advancing to NCAA Division III Championship Tournament Nassau and Onondaga Community College Men's Lacrosse Teams Head to Final Four in NJCAA Tournament Invites New Yorkers to Learn More about Athletic Programs at SUNY Campuses Throughout New York State * State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated the SUNY Cortland and SUNY Mariti more PR

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 8 -- The Washington State Department of Commerce issued the following news: * * * Commerce selects USAID alum for Community Engagement Division assistant director Antoinette Sullivan spent 15 years in USAID and has lived in Seattle since 2022 * Antoinette Sullivan joined the Washington State Department of Commerce as its new Community Engagement and Outreach Division assistant director. Sullivan previously spent more than 15 years at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), most recently as a more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMEN PAT RYAN AND EUGENE VINDMAN INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO LOWER PRESCRIPTION DRUGS COSTS FOR SERVICEMEMBERS, VETERANS, AND MILITARY FAMILIES * Congressmen Pat Ryan and Eugene Vindman Introduce Legislation to Lower Prescription Drugs Costs for Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families The "MISSION Rx Act" Would Reduce Spending on Prescription Drugs for Service Members and Their Families While Saving Taxpayers up to $6 Billion Annually Ry more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Spending Inches Up 0.6 Percent In March As Residential Gains Offset Continued Weakness In Manufacturing & Nonresidential Segments * Thu, 05/07/2026 - 11:28 Demand for Construction Remains Concentrated in Data Centers, Power, and Select Residential Segments As Economic Uncertainty Weighs on Private-Sector Demand While Public Spending Remains Steady Construction spending increased 0.6 perce more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 6 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * CRDAMC earns fifth straight Leapfrog A, highlighting patient safety efforts * Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center has earned a fifth consecutive Leapfrog Grade A, placing it among a select group of hospitals nationwide and one of only three military treatment facilities to achieve that distinction. For patients, hospital leaders say that recognition is less about the letter grade and more about what it represents every day inside the facility. "It  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education released the following testimony by Paul Runko, senior director of K-12 initiatives at Defending Education, from an April 28, 2026, hearing entitled "Leveling Down: How Equity Policies Undermine Excellence and Harm Students": * * * Chairman Kiley, Ranking Member Bonamici, and distinguished members of the subcommittee: thank you for inviting me. My name is Paul Runko, and I'm the Senior Director of K-12 Initiatives at Def more PR

DOVER, Delaware, May 8 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * AG Jennings leads coalition to oppose Postal Service's guns-by-mail schemme Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Monday co-led a multistate comment letter signed by 24 states opposing an unlawful proposal by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to allow a flood of prohibited weapons across state borders by mail. Since 1927, federal law--passed by a Republican Congress and signed by a Republican president--has barred the USPS fr more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, May 7 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Electric Boat Senior Vice President Matthew Olander Returns to UConn to Inspire Engineering Graduates * From classrooms in Storrs to the forefront of the nation's undersea defense industry, Matthew Olander has built a career defined by technical excellence, leadership, and service. This spring, the UConn College of Engineering will recognize that journey as Olander returns as the 2026 commencement speaker and an honorary degree recipient. Matthew  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Eleven Men Charged in D.C. in Federal Indictment Targeting Transnational Methamphetamine and GBL Drug Trafficking Organization * WASHINGTON - Eleven defendants are charged in a five-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in connection with a sprawling, transnational drug trafficking organization that imported massive quantities of methamphetamine from Califo more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education posted the following news: * * * Empowering the next generation of women in education leaders * On April 13, USC Rossier hosted the Women in Leadership and Virginia Archer Melbo Networking Event. The theme was "Breaking Barriers: Women Who Lead and Inspire," where education leaders shared personal stories of resilience, advocacy and growth, and offered candid reflections on navigating leadership as women in education. The event emphasized men more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 7 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * FCPS Hispanic Leadership Alliance Awards Scholarships to FCPS Students and Adult Learners * The Hispanic Leadership Alliance (HLA) -a certified employee group of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) employees -presented scholarships to 29 high school seniors, adult learners, and community leaders on Monday, May 4. Scholarship recipients were recognized for leadership and mentoring skills in their educational and social activities. Candidates ar more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, May 8 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * Founding University of Georgia College of Engineering Dean Tapped as 11th President of The University of Alabama in Huntsville The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Donald J. Leo, PhD, as the 11th president of The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH). He will assume the role on June 1. An accomplished administrator with more than 30 years of experience in higher education, Leo's leadership journey is largely defin more PR

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, May 7 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * From big data to real-world insight * As artificial intelligence continues to reshape financial markets, Central Michigan University student Holly Ireton is helping separate hype from reality. Her undergraduate research, AI in Asset Management: A Performance Comparison Between AI-Powered Mutual Funds and Quantitative Hedge Funds, was presented at the 2026 National Conference on Undergraduate Research in Richmond, Virginia in April, bringing her w more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 6 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * George Mason funds seven GCI catalyst research projects driving bold solutions for a prosperous future * As the university's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) enters its second year, George Mason University today announced funding for seven catalyst research projects and the launch of the Grand Challenge Research Exchange-quarterly convenings for all GCI-related research to accelerate solutions to the grand challenge of our time. "We have placed our first  more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 6 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Goldwater Scholar Sofie Strompf is finding art in science * Left brained vs right brained, analytical vs creative: Art and science are often placed on opposite ends of the spectrum, two disciplines at war with one another. But for Sofie Strompf, Honors College student, neuroscience major, and recipient of a prestigious 2026 Goldwater Scholarship, the divide between the two is more a matter of perspective. Strompf was a member of the Mason Nation long befo more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 7 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Announces $2.2 Million in Funding to Accelerate Tourism Across the Commonwealth, Grow Local Economies To celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that more than $2.2 million in matching grant and sponsorship funds will be awarded to 143 local tourism programs. The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)'s Marketing Leverage and Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) Market more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 6 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Signs Pro-Environment Bills Into Law * Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger on Wednesday ceremoniously signed into law a number of measures that will improve the environment by cutting wastewater pollution, shoring up wetlands, and promoting climate resilience and environmental justice. Governor Spanberger signed the bills at Widewater State Park in Stafford, flanked by lawmakers who helped carry them during the 2026 le more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $16,188 HHS Grant to STEP, Inc. * The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded STEP, Inc., based in Rocky Mount, Virginia, a $16,188 grant. The funding supports local head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "Ninth District communities access head start services thanks to the work of Solutions that Empower People, known as STEP. "This HHS grant for mo more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces $3,710,694 HHS Grant to New River Valley Head Start Programs * The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded New River Community Action, Inc., based in Radford, Virginia, a $3,710,694 grant. The funding supports local head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "New River Valley communities access head start services thanks to the work of New River Communit more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on 75th National Day of Prayer * Today, the United States of America observes the National Day of Prayer. This year marks the 75 th anniversary of the annual observance. For this occasion, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "For 75 years, Congress has asked the American people to band together on the National Day of Prayer. This is a unique tradition that catches the attention of Americans more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-611) on the DPA Modernization Act (H.R. 7688). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on April 15, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 7688, the DPA Modernization Act of 2026, was introduced on February 25, 2026, by Republican Representative Warren Davidson (OH-08). H.R. 7688 reforms and reauthorizes the Defense Production Act of 1950 (DPA), a set of authorities that allows the President to strengthen the industrial  more ST

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: A 100-Year-Old Shipping Law Is Driving Up Costs for Americans Americans are struggling with rising costs for energy, groceries, housing, and other essentials -and outdated policies in Washington are making it worse. In a new op-ed published by DC Journal, AFP Vice President of External Affairs Katelyn Bledsoe explains why repealing the Jones Act would help lower costs, strengthen supply chains, and allow American en more PR

EARLYVILLE, Virginia, May 4 -- Progress Virginia, an advocacy organization that combines online organizing and communications with earned media strategies, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Court Order Restores the Right To Vote for Thousands Richmond, Virginia--Today, Charlotte Rene Woods of the Virginia Mercury reported on a landmark victory for returning Virginia citizens who have sought to restore their right to vote. Virginia has long been one of a handful of states that continued to restrict voting rights to citizens conv more PR

TERRE HAUTE, Indiana, May 8 -- Indiana State University issued the following news: * * * Jason Johnson named Executive Director of Residential Life at Indiana State University Indiana State University has named Jason Johnson Executive Director of Residential Life, recognizing a proven leader whose work has helped strengthen the residential experience for Sycamores and support student success across campus. Johnson has served as interim executive director since February 2026, providing leadership for one of the University's most student-faci more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 8 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter as One of the First Hotels in Outset Collection by Hilton Design forward, all suite boutique hotel feels like home, connecting guests with a front row seat to downtown San Diego experiences * The Margot Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, Outset by Hilton officially opens today in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. * Located just steps from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 7 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * Mars celebrates Halfway to Halloween, unveiling new seasonal treats for 2026 * Featuring new SKITTLES(R) POP'd Creepy Crunch and TWIX(R) Skulls, the Mars lineup taps into consumer demand for innovative textures and festive shapes. * The expansive Halloween portfolio features more than 120 items, including 60+ variety bags and the return of popular seasonal staples. * NEWARK, NJ -  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- The Virginia State Bar issued the following news: * * * Mikaela Phillips Receives 2026 Young Lawyer of the Year Award The Virginia State Bar Young Lawyers Section has named Mikaela Phillips, assistant solicitor general for the Virginia Office of the Attorney General, as the R. Edwin Burnette Jr. Young Lawyer of the Year. The award has been a harbinger of future success, with recipients going on to serve as VSB presidents, in the Office of the Attorney General, and as esteemed members of the bench and bar, and rec more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 8 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * AG Davenport: Court Agrees That Trump Tariffs Are Illegal Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs That Are Making Life More Unaffordable for New Jerseyans * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by New Jersey consumers, families, and businesses. A federal co more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores posted the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * NACDS Submits Comments to FDA on Expanding Access to Nonprescription Drugs Comments emphasize the importance of coordinated policy and operational alignment to support affordable and seamless patient access. * The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) today submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in response to the agency's request for comments on Increasing Access to Nonp more PR

RESTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Education] -- The National Association of Secondary School Principals issued the following news release: * * * NASSP Joins National Coalition to Expand Youth-Led Service With $2M Grant from The Allstate Foundation * The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) announced today it is joining a national coalition supported by The Allstate Foundation to expand youth-led service opportunities across the country. As part of the effort, NASSP will receive a $2 million grant from The Allstate Fo more PR

NEW YORK, May 8 -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society issued the following news: * * * Virginia MS Activists Celebrate Passage of Cost-Sharing Bill On April 13, 2026, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed SB 161/HB 625 into law. This legislation will help ensure that Virginians can choose the health plan that's right for them, requiring carriers to offer a range of options including at least one plan that offers copay-only prescription drug coverage. MS Activists sent emails and met with legislators about this legislation as par more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Tank Truck Carriers Inc., a nonprofit trade association representing over 500 companies in the North American tank truck industry, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing the safety risks, operational challenges, and regulatory considerations of transporting hazardous materials using heavy-duty electric vehicles versus traditional internal combustion engine motor carriers. In its comments, NTTC empha more ST

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 (TNSrpt) -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association issued the following news release on May 7, 2026: * * * New NEMA Study Shows Widening Gap Between Surging Power Demand and Grid Capacity Updated Forecast Projects U.S. Electricity Demand Growth Exceeding 55% by 2050, Identifies Grid-Enhancing Technologies and Behind-the-Meter Solutions as Essential Near-Term Capacity Resources * The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) today released an updated edition of its landmark A Reliable Grid  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following written testimony by Judson Horras, president and CEO of the North American Interfraternity Conference, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Speech or Silence? The Future of the First Amendment in Higher Education": * * * I am Jud Horras, President and CEO of the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC). The NIC is a trade association of 61 national and international fraternities. As the 2025-26 more PR

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Paper Recycling Coalition Inc., Fairfax, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the agency's request for input on the possible removal of "pyrolysis/combustion units" from the definition of municipal waste combustion units under the Other Solid Waste Incinerators New Source Performance Standards and Emissions Guidelines. The PRC, representing companies in the 100 percent recycled paperboard and containerboard sectors, emphasizes the need to maintain a clear more ST

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS America @ 250 Continues with Semiquincentennial-Themed Programming * to Mark the Nation's Historic Anniversary ARLINGTON, VA; May 7, 2026 - PBS America @ 250, a multiyear celebration of U.S. history, culture, and children's programming, which began in spring 2025 and continues through America's Semi-quincentennial in 2026 and beyond, is part of the largest national and local engagement effort in its history. New programming will air throug more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * PBS Honors Patricia de Stacy Harrison with the Beacon Award for Lifetime Contributions to Public Media  Today, Patricia de Stacy Harrison was named the recipient of the 2025 PBS Beacon Award in honor of her decades-long career of service championing the United States public television and public radio systems. As the highest honor in public television, the PBS Beacon Award pays tribute to individuals whose work inspires Americans and enriches our more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Previously Convicted Felon Sentenced in Navy Yard Firearm Flight Case * WASHINGTON - Phil Darkwah, 32, a previously convicted felon, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 24 months in prison connection with his illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition during a police foot chase in the Navy Yard neighborhood, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. Darkwah pleaded guilty on Nov. 14, 2025 before Judg more PR

EARLYVILLE, Virginia, May 8 -- Progress Virginia, an advocacy organization that combines online organizing and communications with earned media strategies, issued the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * Failure to Sign Collective Bargaining Legislation Undermines Spanberger's Affordability Agenda Richmond - The future of collective bargaining for public sector employees remains uncertain, as Governor Spanberger waits to act on legislation passed by the General Assembly this year. This year, the General Assembly passed HB1263 and SB3 more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * RV Industry Association Shares List Of Recognized Third-Party Listing Agencies * Every three years, the RV Industry Association audits its listing agencies, verifying they carry the correct International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications and meet requirements for approval. The current list of approved third-party listing agencies was last audited in August 2024, and some firms have been added since. Back more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release: * * * Security Industry Association Names Recipient of Inaugural VETS Award * Nathan Wells of Convergint will be honored for his dedication to supporting military veterans in the security industry at SIA GovSummit. SILVER SPRING, Md.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Nathan Wells as the first-ever recipient of the SIA Valuing Experience, Talent and Service (VETS) Award, presented by SIA's Veter more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 7 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release on May 6, 2026: * * * NAACP asks court for emergency action to stop illegal air pollution from xAI's data center power plant NAACP asks court for emergency action to stop illegal air pollution from xAI's data center power plant Instead of addressing its Clean Air Act violations, Elon Musk's company added even more unpermitted gas turbines to its illegal powerplant--saddling nearby communities with harmful toxic emissions * SOUTHAVEN, more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Specialized RNA molecules could counter ALS neurodegeneration * Misshapen proteins cause a mess of trouble-particularly in neurodegenerative diseases. But a new study suggests it's possible that giving them a little bit of extra support could keep them working correctly, and even reverse the damage they have caused. The new research focuses on one such aberrant protein, TDP-43, which binds to RNA in the cell's nu more PR

STANFORD, California, May 6 -- Stanford University School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A blood test reveals 'neighborhoods' of cells in tumors, predicts immunotherapy responses A simple blood test can reveal the geographic relationships among healthy cells surrounding a cancerous tumor, researchers at Stanford Medicine and the Mayo Clinic have found. The test is the first noninvasive way to study what's called the tumor microenvironment, which plays a critical role in determining how different patients -even those with simila more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release: * * * (Updated) State Insurance Regulators Lead Global Conversation at 2026 NAIC International Insurance Forum Post updated with Virginia Insurance Commissioner and NAIC President Scott A. White's keynote address as prepared for delivery Each May, state and international insurance regulators, policy experts, and industry professionals gather in our nation's capital for the National Associa more PR

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 6 [Category: Health Care] -- The Vision Council posted the following news release: * * * The Vision Council Testifies at USTR Section 301 Hearings, Urges Exclusion of Eyewear and Optical Products On May 5, The Vision Council, the national trade association for the optical industry, testified before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) at a public hearing examining Section 301 investigations into structural excess capacity across 16 economies. The hearings are being held May 5-8 at the U.S. Internationa more PR

BUFFALO, New York, May 12 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release: * * * Three to receive President's Distinguished Service Award; one to receive University Council Medal at 154th Commencement celebration * Buffalo State University will bestow the President's Distinguished Service Award on three notable individuals during the university's 154th Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The President's Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals or groups who have made significant more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Ultrahigh-energy cosmic messengers may carry ultraheavy secrets * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -There may be an ultraheavy explanation for the mystery surrounding the origins of the highest-energy particles ever observed. Ultrahigh-energy cosmic rays are particles from space that strike Earth with energies far beyond those reachable by human-made particle accelerators. One of the most extreme events ever recorded is the "Amaterasu particle," det more PR

SEATTLE, Washington, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Washington School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Gun storage studied among adults with cognitive decline In 7 U.S. states, older adults with cognitive decline affecting their daily activities are more likely to live with unsecured firearms. * An older man cleans a firearm. In the study, people ages 65 and older were surveyed about their cognitive health and their firearm storage at home. Older adults who report experiencing worsening confusion or memory loss th more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU global education leader Jill Blondin to take key role at CU Boulder The vice provost for global initiatives has helped dramatically expand VCU's footprint in cultural exchange, study abroad and other initiatives. By David Oglethorpe Jill E. Blondin, vice provost for global initiatives, will leave Virginia Commonwealth University after a distinguished 13-year tenure to become vice chancellor for global affairs at the University of Colorado Bou more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU's May 2026 commencement by the numbers There are thousands of graduates, dozens of ways to celebrate and countless reasons to be Ram Proud this graduation season. By Elinor Frisa Thousands of Virginia Commonwealth University students will celebrate one of life's biggest milestones when they graduate this weekend, with the main commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Thousands more family and friend more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * At a career fair in reverse, Brandcenter students push their creativity forward In the untraditional annual tradition, the recruiters visit the student tables for pitches with personality. By Anastasia Mineiro Libby Browder has never particularly liked traditional career fairs. "They tend to feel awkward and unnatural," said Browder, a creative brand management student at the Virginia Commonwealth University Brandcenter. "At a standard career fa more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Victoria Garcia jumps from bachelor's to doctorate Despite her relative youth, Garcia has thrived in the Ph.D. program in pharmaceutical engineering, embracing research and a fellowship at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. By Anastasia Mineiro Victoria Garcia made a fairly common shift as an undergraduate in Texas: She changed her course of study. However, in choosing a unique program at Virginia Commonwealth University for h more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: With decades in healthcare, Devon Jones still builds his nursing education At VCU School of Nursing, the D.N.P student gained tools to advocate for his patients' health, as well as his own. By Olivia Trani The moments that kick-start a career can arrive in unplanned ways, and for Devon Jones, that first spark came from the sawing sound of a cast removal. This spring, Jones graduates with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Vi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman, Ryan Introduce Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Service Members, Veterans, & Military Families * The MISSION Rx Act Would Reduce Spending on Prescription Drugs for Service Members and Their Families While Saving Taxpayers up to $6 Billion Annually Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Representatives Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) and Pat Ryan (N.Y.-18) -both retired U.S. Army veterans and Members of the House Armed Services Committee  more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 8 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * This intro course is a lesson in teaching and community In TEDU 101, Kendra Johnson of the School of Education and her students take service-learning from the VCU classroom to an after-school program in Henrico County. By Haley Tenore As Kendra Johnson teaches a new generation of teachers, she relies on lessons from her own front-of-the-classroom experience. The Richmond native initially taught elementary school in New Orleans, where she noticed more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 7 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * W&M Athletics shines in NCAA Academic Progress Rate * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary Athletics. - Ed. William & Mary Athletics registered strong numbers in the latest Academic Progress Rate released by the NCAA on Tuesday. The Tribe ranked second nationally among NCAA Division I public schools in both perfect APR scores and NCAA Public Recognition Awards and among the top 12 nationally overall. Tribe programs gar more PR

WASHINGTON, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Washington and Jefferson College issued the following news: * * * Magellan Project Supports Summer Travel and Research for 18 Students in 2026 Washington & Jefferson College continues its commitment to cultural curiosity and experiential learning, offering 18 first-year, sophomore, and junior Presidents Magellan Project awards. Initiated in 2008, the Magellan Project--an opportunity unique to W&J--provides funds for student-designed, research-based travel in domestic and international destinations new to a more PR

COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 7 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * Watchdog Writers Group announces new class of fellows * By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 7, 2026) -The Watchdog Writers Group at the Missouri School of Journalism has selected its newest class of fellows: five journalists, authors and investigative reporters who will develop deeply reported nonfiction books across a range of impactful subjects. In addition to annual $50,000 stipends and access to a network of prof more PR

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, May 8 -- William and Mary Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: * * * VA SEA recognized as a premiere science education program Celebration of the award aligned with the 9th annual Lesson Plan Expo By Ethan Smith Days before hosting their ninth annual Lesson Plan Expo, organizers at the Virginia Science & Educators Alliance (VA SEA) learned some exciting news: their dedicated effort to improve K-12 marine science education in the commonwealth had not merely been noticed; it was being aw more PR

HERNDON, Virginia, May 7 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Yakym: "No Tax on RV Loans" Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) and Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-NV-01) introduced legislation (H.R. 8672) that would eliminate taxes on RV loans. The bill would extend the Working Families Tax Cut's no tax on auto loans provision to trailers, campers, and RVs.  "For millions of American families, an RV is how they take a summer road trip with the kids, see the country, or enjoy retirement o more PR