DECATUR, Illinois, May 12 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Archer Daniels Midland, an agricultural supply chain manager and processor, issued the following news release: * * * ADM Partners with Hill's Pet Nutrition in North America and EMEA to Support Farm Resilience through Regenerative Agriculture * ROLLE -ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, today announced its partnership with Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc, a global leader in science-led pet nutrition, aiming to accelerate the adoption of regenerative agricul more PR

DECATUR, Illinois, May 11 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Archer Daniels Midland, an agricultural supply chain manager and processor, issued the following news release: * * * ADM Strengthens Support for Decatur Complex with Opening of New Trucking Six-Bay Wash Facility * DECATUR -ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in human and animal nutrition, today celebrated the opening of its new trucking six-bay, food-grade wash facility in Decatur, Ill. Located at ADM's Transportation site, the wash bay will strengthen support for ADM's Decatur comple more PR

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 12 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * AI could help agriculture grow smarter, Kentucky State researchers suggest * Review article examines AI's potential to strengthen controlled environment agriculture FRANKFORT, Ky. -The future of farming may depend as much on data as it does on soil, water, and sunlight. A new review article co-authored by Kentucky State University researchers examines how artificial intelligence can help producers grow crops more efficiently in controlled environm more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA announces educational video series on caring for people with disabilities * CHICAGO -The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced a collaboration with the University of Colorado Anschutz on a new educational video series to help physicians and medical students provide high-quality, patient-centered care for people with disabilities. The Caring for People with Disabilities Series is free and available on  more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 13 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Urges FDA to Reverse Guidance Easing Sales of Flavored E-Cigarettes Attorney General Kris Mayes today joined a bipartisan coalition of 21 attorneys general urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abandon draft guidance that would ease approvals for flavored e-cigarette products, widely understood to disproportionately worsen youth addiction. "Flavored e-cigarettes are a direct pipeline more PR

ITASCA, Illinois, May 13 (TNSrep) -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release: * * * ASA's April Economic Report: A Lot of Noise, Scary Headlines, But Resilient Marketplace Continues From April's ASA Monthly Economic Report: Q2 GDP is trending at 3.7% using the Atlanta Fed GDPNow estimates, which is well ahead of expectations. This will adjust downward as the quarter progresses and new releases hit the forecast. Blue Chip Economists are still banking on 1.5% for the quarter, being driven by consumer spending, non-res more PR

LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Assistant Attorney General Honored with Troy Police Merit Service Award for Role in Dismantling Large-Scale Auto Theft Ring * LANSING - Today, Assistant Attorney General Eric Sterbis (PNG) was awarded a Merit Service Award by the Troy Police Department, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The award recognizes Sterbis' work in dismantling a large-scale criminal organization responsible for the thefts of hundreds of vehicle more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * At Hearing with Epstein Survivors, Krishnamoorthi Demands Release of Treasury Records, Rejects Potential Clemency for Maxwell * WEST PALM BEACH, FL -During a hearing with Epstein survivors and advocates today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi demanded the release of additional Treasury Department records tied to Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking network and reiterated his opposition to any potential clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell. During the h more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, May 12 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Strongly Opposes Trump Administration's Proposed Rollback of Chemical Accident Prevention Rule * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection (EPA)'s proposal to weaken the federal chemical accident prevention program. The program is designed to prevent explosions and releases of toxic materials from ch more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, May 12 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Urges FDA to Reverse Guidance Easing Sales of Flavored E-Cigarettes * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday joined a bipartisan coalition of 21 attorneys general in submitting a comment letter urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abandon draft guidance that would ease approvals for flavored e-cigarette products, widely understood to disproportionately worsen youth addicti more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CHARGES SUBURBAN COOK COUNTY WOMAN FOR DEFRAUDING STATE PROGRAM SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced charges against a Glenview, Illinois woman who allegedly stole more than $44,000 by defrauding a state program that assists individuals with disabilities. Attorney General Raoul's office charged Deborah Mazeika, 56, with two counts of Class 1 felony thef more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES FDA TO REVERSE GUIDANCE EASING SALES OF FLAVORED E-CIGARETTES * Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 21 attorneys general, called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abandon draft guidance that would ease approvals for flavored e-cigarette products, widely understood to disproportionately worsen youth addiction.  Federal law requires that all e-cigarette produc more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 11 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Leads Coalition Urging FDA to Reverse Guidance Easing Sales of Flavored E-Cigarettes * Attorney General William Tong Monday led a bipartisan coalition of 21 attorneys general urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abandon draft guidance that would ease approvals for flavored e-cigarette products, widely understood to disproportionately worsen youth addiction.  Federal law requires that al more PR

ROCK ISLAND, Illinois, May 13 -- Augustana College issued the following news: * * * New peer support program expands mental health care This spring, Augustana College introduced a program called Peer Recovery Support to make mental health care more accessible to students. Instead of relying only on traditional counseling, the program offers a less intimidating option centered on one-on-one conversations. Students seeking support are paired with other students who are trained and can share their own lived experiences. This can create a more  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Chicago-Naperville-Elgin April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices were up 0.9 percent over the past month, up 3.1 percent from a year ago * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area advanced 0.9 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that th more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Area April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices were up 2.7 percent over the past two months, up 4.1 percent from a year ago * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area advanced 2.7 percent for the two months ending in April 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Assistant Commissioner for Regional O more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Midwest Region April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Regional prices were up 0.8 percent in April, up 4.1 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest Region advanced 0.8 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index was up 5.7 percent, led by higher prices for gasoline. The index for all items le more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, St. Louis Area April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices rose 2.3 percent in March and April, up 3.5 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the St. Louis area advanced 2.3 percent for the two months ending in April 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Acting Regional Commissioner Jerome Watters noted that the energ more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Casten, Lieu Urge DOJ to Prosecute Insider Trading on Prediction Market Platforms * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06) and Ted Lieu (CA-36) led 54 House Democrats in an effort to urge the Department of Justice (DOJ) to pursue suspected insider trading on prediction market platforms more aggressively. "Trading on confidential, non-public information is illegal in traditional financial markets when it involves fraud, deceptio more PR

PEORIA, Illinois, May 13 -- Caterpillar Inc., a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Caterpillar Inc. Releases 2025 Annual and Sustainability Reports Reports highlight strong 2025 performance, refreshed strategy for profitable growth * IRVING, Texas - Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today released its 2025 Annual and Sustainability Reports, detailing the company's strong business performance and refreshed strategy for profitable growth. "Our centennial year was a signific more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release: * * * CFTC Reaffirms Exclusive Jurisdiction Over Prediction Markets in Sixth Circuit Amicus Brief * WASHINGTON -The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit asserting the CFTC's exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets. The brief was filed in KalshiEx LLC v. Matthew T. Schuler, et al., No. 26-3196. The filing represents another step in the CFTC's broader effort t more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * Chicago CBP intercepts 269 fire conversion switches and suppressors in the month of April * CHICAGO- U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Anti-Terrorism Contraband Enforcement Team at Chicago-area international air cargo facilities and officers at the International Mail Facility in Chicago have had a busy month of April stopping shipments containing weapons modification devices. During the month of April, Ch more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Blake Moore Introduces Bill to Protect Parents and Promote Childhood Independence * Congressman Blake Moore introduced bipartisan legislation to promote childhood independence and protect parents who allow their children to play outside unsupervised, get off screens, and develop social skills.  Representatives Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) and Virginia Foxx (R-NC) are original co-leads of this legislation. Today, more than ever before, childr more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 -- City Colleges of Chicago issued the following news: * * * Crain's Chicago Business reports: Building on its reputation, Chicago area, City Colleges of Chicago, becomes a force for workforce development By Cassandra West and Tatiana Walk-Morris contributed As reported by Crain's Chicago Business, Chicago is doubling down on workforce development as a core economic strategy, with city leaders, colleges, unions, nonprofits, and employers building "earn-and-learn" pipelines that connect residents directly to stable  more PR

ARGONNE, Illinois, May 13 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Tiny forces, big effects: How particle interactions control the flow of soft materials From ketchup on your fries to high-tech inks, researchers reveal how hidden particle forces decide when soft materials suddenly start, or stop, flowing * Using powerful X-rays and computer models, researchers at Argonne and the University of Chicago linked nanoscale particle motion to surprising flow behaviors in soft m more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, May 13 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * Dr. John Christy to retire after nearly four decades at UAH, leaving lasting legacy of research, service and leadership Paola Pinto Dr. John Christy, Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science and director of the Earth System Science Center (ESSC) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), is retiring after a career spanning nearly four decades at the university. UAH is part of The University of Alabama System. Christy will retire from his  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Secures Commitment from Army Secretary on More Communication, Less Confusion for Rock Island Arsenal Staff * May 12, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today secured a commitment from U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll for more advance warning and communication going forward for any additional workforce changes at Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) in her home state of Illinois. During today's U. more PR

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Files Amicus Brief To The Sixth Circuit In Linney's Pizza, Inc. V. Board Of Governors Of The Federal Reserve System * May 11, 2026 The amicus brief states: "This Court should reverse the decision of the court below to give proper effect to the text and purpose of the Durbin Amendment by correcting the Board's Final Rule, which will aid in the efficient operation of the debit system for the benefit of consumers and our nation." WASHI more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Durbin Files Amicus Brief To The Sixth Circuit In Linney's Pizza, Inc. V. Board Of Governors Of The Federal Reserve System The amicus brief states: "This Court should reverse the decision of the court below to give proper effect to the text and purpose of the Durbin Amendment by correcting the Board's Final Rule, which will aid in the efficient operation of the debit system for t more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Reintroduces Legislation To Ensure Stable, Robust Funding For Biomedical Research, Deliver Hope For Patients * May 12, 2026 The American Cures Act would offer consistent, guaranteed funding to research institutions that helped defeat polio, map the human genome, improve cancer treatment, and more WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today reintroduced the American Cures Act, legislation that restores the Unite more PR

ELMHURST, Illinois, May 13 -- Elmhurst University issued the following news: * * * Entrepreneurs Henry and Jan Holzkamper to Receive Honorary Degree At Elmhurst University's 155th Commencement, alumnus Henry Holzkamper '63 and his wife, Jan Moore Holzkamper, will receive an honorary doctoral degree for their achievements as entrepreneurs, adventurers and philanthropists. The Holzkampers will be awarded the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. Henry Holzkamper, who passed away in 2020, will receive the degree posthumously. Jan Moore Holzkamper more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Partnership for New Americans posted the following news: * * * From Mass Deportation to Mass Denaturalization--NPNA Warns of Escalating Threat to Naturalized Americans * The National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA) is sounding the alarm on the Trump Administration's formal expansion of its ongoing denaturalization campaign ahead of the 2026 midterms which CBS reports are targeting Naturalized Americans from Bolivia, China, Colombia, Gambia, India, Iraq, Kenya, Morocco,  more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 13 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Governor Pritzker Announces $2.5 Million in Grant Funding Available for Economic Empowerment Centers Across Illinois Grant funding will provide support to organizations to create a more inclusive business ecosystem * CHICAGO - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced $2.5 million in funding is available for the second round of the Economic Empowerment Ce more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt Appoints Adam Rohman as Head of Americas * Pete Sears to retire after nearly four decades of leadership at Hyatt CHICAGO (May 12, 2026) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Adam Rohman has been appointed Head of Americas, effective July 1, 2026. Rohman succeeds Pete Sears, who is retiring following an extraordinary nearly 40-year career with Hyatt. Rohman currently serves as Se more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 13 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Construction Progresses on New Library Learning Student Success Center at UIS Funding supports the construction of learning and student services spaces * The Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) is overseeing the construction of a new $42.6 million Library Learning Student Success Center at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). Funded through Governor JB Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois capital plan, the 55,000-squ more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 13 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Illinois Unveils Funding for Vacant and Abandoned Residential Properties $9 million investment will help local governments revitalize distressed areas, creating new housing opportunities * CHICAGO - The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is now accepting applications from units of local government for grant funding dedicated to supporting local affordable housing needs and community revitalization efforts acro more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Indiana High Schools Approve NIL; Reject Basketball Shot Clock * INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (May 11, 2026) - The Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) approved the use of NIL (Name,and Likeness) deals for student-athletes for the 2026-27 school year but rejected the use of a shot clock in boys and girls varsity basketball. Indiana is one of the last states in the US to approve the use of NIL deals, accord more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Department of Justice Files Complaint Against B.E.S.T. GDR, LLC, Doing Business As Premium Home Service, and its CEO Yosef Bernath for Violations of the FTC Act and Related Laws The Department of Justice, acting on a referral from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with the Attorney General of Illinois and the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, announced today the filing of a civil complaint to stop an Illino more PR

ROCK ISLAND, Illinois, May 13 -- Augustana College issued the following news: * * * Ken Anderson '71 to speak at Augustana College's 166th commencement National Football League MVP Ken Anderson '71 will present the commencement address at Augustana College's 166th Commencement Convocation at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026. The ceremony will be held at the Vibrant Arena at the Mark, 1201 River Drive, Moline, Ill. Doors open at noon. No tickets are required. For those unable to attend, the ceremony will be live-streamed on the Augustana web more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi and Cloud Lead Bipartisan Push to Ban Congressional Stock Trading and Prediction Market Trading * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Congressman Michael Cloud (R-TX) led a bipartisan group of House lawmakers on Monday in calling on Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to adopt new House rules prohibiting Members of Congress, their families, and congressional staff from trading individu more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Mayer Brown's Tom Kiriakos named among 2026 "Top 100 Restructuring Professionals" by Global M&A Network Mayer Brown Restructuring partner Tom Kiriakos has been named to Global M&A Network's "Top 100 Restructuring Professionals" list for 2026. He was one of 50 lawyers included on the 13th annual list, which features a successful and innovative group of lawyers, investment bankers, and consultants from the global restructuring and tu more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 13 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Coalition Urging FDA to Reverse Guidance Easing Sales of Flavored E-Cigarettes Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a bipartisan coalition of 19 attorneys general urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to abandon draft guidance that would ease approvals for flavored e-cigarette products, widely understood to disproportionately worsen youth addiction. Federal law requi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on May 11, 2026: * * * The Honorable Roger Marshall, MD U.S. Senate, 479A Russell Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD U.S. House of Representatives 407 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Joyce, MD, U.S. House of Representatives 2102 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Bob Onder, MD, JD U.S. House of Representatives 1113 Longworth House Office Building Washi more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 13 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Opens XPONENTIAL 2026 as Detroit Hosts Global Robotics and Autonomy Industry DETROIT -- Detroit is once again at the center of American innovation as XPONENTIAL 2026 officially kicks off, bringing thousands of global leaders in robotics, drones, and autonomous systems to Huntington Place for a week of high-impact programming and real-world technology deployment. The event ope more PR

DECATUR, Illinois, May 12 -- Millikin University posted the following news: * * * Millikin Baseball to Host NCAA Regional After Historic CCIW Championship Run * DECATUR, Ill. -Surrounded by teammates, coaches, and classmates, the Millikin University Baseball team had to wait until the end of Monday's NCAA Division III Baseball Selection Show watch party to see that their postseason journey would continue on familiar turf. The Big Blue (35-8) were selected as a regional host for the 2026 NCAA Division III Baseball Tournament, with games se more PR

DECATUR, Illinois, May 12 -- Millikin University posted the following news: * * * Millikin Supporters Help 'Forever True Blue' Campaign Exceed Goal * DECATUR, Ill. -Millikin University's Big Blue community once again showed its unwavering support for student success as the 2026 Forever True Blue campaign surpassed its $350,000 goal, raising $685,839 in support of Millikin students. Held in conjunction with Millikin's Founder's Day celebration on Thursday, April 30, the Forever True Blue campaign brought together alumni, friends, faculty,  more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Mueller Partners to Distribute Lower-Leg Recovery System * PRAIRIE DU SAC, WISCONSIN (May 11, 2026) - Mueller Sports Medicine(r) is partnering with condition and recovery company, Ambitious Warrior, to become the exclusive distributor of Achilles in North America and select other countries. Achilles is a patent-backed, lower-leg recovery system designed to support strength, stability and mobility for athletes and more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 11 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * NCAA Men's Basketball Considers Change from Halves to Quarters * INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (May 11, 2026) - The NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Rules Subcommittee and the Division II and III Men's Basketball Rules Committee met to discuss the state of men's college basketball and ways to enhance the game. Because this is not a rules-change year, the committees focused on current trends and potential future modificat more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 13 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Hantavirus should not spark concern for general public, but 'information changes all the time' Northwestern infectious disease expert stresses the importance of public health systems like CDC, WHO * CHICAGO -- It has been more than 10 days since the MV Hondius cruise ship first reported an outbreak of Andes virus, a type of hantavirus, which has now killed three people and sickened several others. Some are concerned this is going to be the next  more PR

ITASCA, Illinois, May 12 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news: * * * NSC Announces Agenda for 2026 Road to Zero Annual Meeting * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Safety Council announced National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Administrator Jonathan Morrison will deliver keynote remarks at the Road to Zero Coalition annual meeting May 19 at the National League of Cities in Washington, D.C. In addition to the NHTSA Administrator's keynote, the meeting will feature: * A live pr more PR

NEW YORK, May 12 [Category: Media] -- ProPublica, an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism, issued the following news release: * * * ProPublica to Launch Investigative Reporting Hub in California * ProPublica announced today the launch of a new reporting team in California -its sixth regional investigative hub and the latest move in a multiyear expansion that has made ProPublica larger than at any point in its 18-year history. The California newsroom will join a growing network of local ProPublica offices i more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, May 12 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Quantum Connects UConn, Yale Like Never Before * For more than 100 years, UConn and Yale have served as Connecticut's most prolific research universities. With quantum technology and innovation as a catalyst, the two institutions are enjoying unprecedented collaboration, to the benefit of the entire state. On May 7, UConn's Technology Commercialization Services hosted the Connecticut Quantum Conference in Hartford. The event brought together acad more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Courtney Statement on New $2.3B Virginia-Class Submarine Contract Award to Electric Boat * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released the following statement on the U.S. Navy's new $2.3 billion Virginia-class contract for advanced construction of Block VI Virginia-class submarines. This contract will support Electric Boat's acquisitio more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 12 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Recap of NCAA/NFHS Rules Meetings * Discussions of upcoming and potential rule changes in various sports by the NCAA and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) were discussed by sports organizations and members of the sporting goods industry at the 20 th annual Team Sports Conference hosted by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) on April 27 in Indianapolis. The National Sportin more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Budzinski and Bipartisan Lawmakers Demand Permanent Year-Round E15 Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), joined by Congressman Adrian Smith (NE-03), Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11), and Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07), gathered outside the U.S. Capitol to urge their colleagues to support legislation allowing the year-round sale of fuel blended with 15% ethanol, commonly known as E15. A vote is scheduled for W more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly Calls for Rep. Kiggans to Resign * Rep. Kelly also renounces Rep. Kiggans as co-chair of Bipartisan Maternity Care Caucus WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, who serves as co-chair of the Bipartisan Maternity Care Caucus with U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02), called for her resignation from both Congress and the Caucus: "Rep. Kiggans agreed with a disgusting and vile comment from a far-right wing talk show host-and then outright lied abo more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 -- Shedd Aquarium issued the following news release: * * * Shedd Aquarium Unveils New Immersive Theater for 4D Experiences Guests can step into the world of penguins, sharks and octopuses with a multi-sensory adventure * Shedd Aquarium has officially opened a brand-new, fully reimagined theater for 4D Experiences, inviting guests to step into the world of penguins, sharks and octopuses. During these multi-sensory adventures, guests watch a short film showcasing the lives and behaviors of aquatic animals, while als more PR

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, May 12 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Shon Herrick named Vice President for Development * Shon Herrick has been named vice president for development at Furman University following a national search. He has served as interim vice president for development since November 2024 and steps into the permanent role effective immediately. Herrick has been in higher education advancement for 30 years, a career that began at Furman University in annual giving and later serving as a major gifts offic more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, May 12 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE Awards 2026-2027 Hoppe Research Professor to Art and Design's Abbey Hepner * The Graduate School at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has awarded the 2026-2027 Hoppe Research Professor Award to Abbey Hepner, MFA, associate professor and area head of photography and digital media in the College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Art and Design. The Hoppe Research Professor Award recognizes faculty members whose  more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, May 12 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE Expands Accessible Navigation with NaviLens Technology * Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has expanded accessibility through the implementation of NaviLens, a smartphone-based wayfinding system designed to support blind and low vision individuals with independent navigation in indoor and outdoor spaces. This initiative is led by the Office for Accessible Campus Community & Equitable Student Support ( ACCESS ),  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 7 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news: * * * U.S. Soccer Officially Opens the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center The new home for soccer in America was purpose-built to be a catalyst for growth of the sport, strengthening the entire soccer community; the National Training Center will be the headquarters for U.S. Soccer staff and the home for all 27 U.S. National Teams * ATLANTA - U.S. Soccer gathered Thursday alongside leaders from across sport, business, philanthropy, and govern more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * UChicago alumni earn Pulitzer Prizes for international and local reporting * University of Chicago alumni Dake Kang, AB'16, and Caroline Kubzansky, AB'21, have won 2026 Pulitzer Prizes for international and local reporting, respectively. The prizes were announced May 4. Kang, a journalist with The Associated Press in Beijing, was part of the global team awarded an international reporting prize for their "astonishing global investigation" into state-of- more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 13 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus issued the following news: * * * UIS Innovate Springfield and SIU School of Medicine partner to expand area research Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield's hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, and Southern Illinois University School of Medicine have partnered to expand access to specialized research and innovation space in Springfield, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs, startups and small organizations across central Illinois more PR

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 13 -- The University of Iowa College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * BME graduate credits research experience in landing job Conducting research in a pediatric cardiology clinic throughout college opened doors for Alex Sigman, who will be graduating next week with a degree in biomedical engineering (BME). University of Iowa's research prowess and the crossover of medicine and engineering was a strong draw for the Metamora, Illinois native in selecting Iowa. It paid off. "My research has given me such  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 13 -- The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S., a veterans service organization, issued the following news release: * * * Winners of VFW Publication Contest Announced Top magazines, feature stories and Post newsletters honored for outstanding community storytelling * VFW has announced the winners of the 2026 National Publications Contest. Like previous years, to encourage further participation, this year's contest included the categories of Best Magazine and Best Feature Story. Two non-VFW affiliated journalism  more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, May 12 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Faculty Members Selected for Prestigious IIN Faculty Fellowship * MACOMB, IL -Western Illinois University is proud to announce that Josh Averbeck, professor of Communication and director of the WIU Social Media Lab, and Ashley Frederick, Nursing instructor, have been selected as members of the inaugural cohort of the Illinois Innovation Network (IIN) Faculty Fellows. The IIN Faculty Fellows program is a competitive career development initi more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, May 12 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU to Offer New Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Emphases for the M.S. in Computer Science * MACOMB, IL -Western Illinois University will expand its Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science program beginning in the Fall 2026 semester with the addition of two new emphases: Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. Students enrolled in the M.S. in Computer Science will now have three emphases to choose from, including the newly int more PR