GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 25 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news: * * * 2026 ABCA/ATEC National Coaches of the Year Announced The American Baseball Coaches Association and ATEC are proud to recognize the 2026 National Coaches of the Year in all collegiate and high school divisions. The ABCA/ATEC National and Regional Coaches of the Year are selected by members of the ABCA, with the process led by the ABCA All-America & Coach of the Year committees in all nine divisions: NCAA Divisions I, II and III,  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news: * * * ABA Free Legal Answers tops 500k questions handled since founding The American Bar Association's pro bono initiative, Free Legal Answers, surpassed 500,000 total questions responded to, marking a major milestone since the virtual civil legal advice clinic began in 2016. The milestone, reached this month, recognizes the important role Free Legal Answers plays in the lives of clients served as well as the attorneys who assist them, ABA President Miche more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 26 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news: * * * ABCA Announces 2026 National Assistant Coaches of the Year The 2026 ABCA National Assistant Coaches of the Year have been announced in all collegiate and high school divisions. The 2026 honorees will be recognized on the main clinic stage at the 83rd annual ABCA Convention on Friday, January 8, 2027, in Chicago, Illinois. 2026 ABCA/Soldier Sports Assistant Coaches of the Year NCAA Div. I: Scott Jackson, North Carolina NCAA Div more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news on June 25, 2026: * * * ACLU leader and social justice advocate Anthony D. Romero to receive ABA Thurgood Marshall Award WASHINGTON -- The American Bar Association Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice will honor civil rights and social justice trailblazer Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), on Aug. 1 during the ABA Annual Conference in Chicago. He is the first Hispanic recipient of the Thurgood Marshall A more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 25 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * After AG-Led Action, Shopify Bans E-Cigarette Sales * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today welcomed a decision by the e-commerce platform Shopify to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, through its platform. The decision is a direct response to a letter sent by AG Campbell and a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general and the City of New York to Shopify in No more PR

OLYMPIA, Washington, June 25 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown blocks Trump administration's election power grab * A U.S. District Court judge today blocked President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that tried to interfere with states' constitutional authority to administer elections. The ruling came in a lawsuit filed by 23 attorneys general and one governor and co-led by Attorney General Nick Brown that challenged the administration's attempt to restrict voting to individual more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 24 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Secures Victory In Blocking Trump Administration's Unlawful Attempt To Restrict Voting Access * Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today announced a major court victory for a coalition of 19 attorneys general in challenging the Trump Administration's unconstitutional and antidemocratic attempt to disenfranchise voters by imposing sweeping election restrictions across the country.  The U. more PR

LANSING, Michigan, June 24 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Secures Two Major Victories as Courts Affirm Dismissal of DOJ Lawsuit Targeting Sensitive Voter Information, Strike Down Trump's March 2025 Elections Executive Order * Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured two victories defending state elections and protecting the privacy of Michigan voters from the Trump administration. Today, the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the United States District Court for the We more PR

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ahead Of America's 250th Anniversary, Durbin Delivers Statement On The Contributions Of Immigrants During Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing * June 24, 2026 Durbin: "With each generation, we have extended the promise of the founding to new Americans-immigrants who form the fabric of our nation and have made it what it is today." WASHINGTON - Ahead of America's 250 th anniversary, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * ALA Statement on the Tragedy at the Chico Branch of the Butte County Library * The American Library Association is deeply saddened by the shooting on Monday at a Butte County Library branch in Chico, California, that killed two community members and injured one other person. Our hearts are with the victims, their families and loved ones, library staff, patrons, and all those affected by this tragedy. We send our deep more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, June 25 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Allstate and SEC deepen historic relationship with investment in women's sports * BIRMINGHAM, Alabama and NORTHBROOK, Ill. (June 25, 2026) - Allstate and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) today announced an extension of its multi-year official sponsorship with an emphasis on elevating women's sports across the conference. The agreement, through Disney Advertising, is headlined by the launc more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Association of Law Libraries issued the following news release: * * * The American Association of Law Libraries Announces 2026 AALL/LexisNexis Call for Papers Award Recipients The American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 AALL/LexisNexis Call for Papers Award, which promotes the scholarship of AALL members and students across a range of topics relevant to law librarianship. The award program recognizes outstanding written work in four categories more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * American Library Association launches national advocacy campaign to fight FCC attack on library funding * The American Library Association (ALA), along with Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition partners, announced a national advocacy campaign today after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to advance a proposal that asks whether the E-Rate program, which has provided affordable broadba more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, June 26 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Blocks Trump Administration from Exerting Federal Control Over Elections Attorney General Kris Mayes today secured a victory blocking President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states' constitutional authority to administer elections. The final ruling follows a multistate lawsuit joined by Mayes and a coalition of 24 states that challenged the Administration's atte more PR

ITASCA, Illinois, June 26 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release: * * * ASA Regional Summit Series Brings More Than 550 Industry Leaders Together Across Three Regions Over the course of six weeks, ASA members logged thousands of miles, hundreds of conversations and countless new ideas as the association's three regional Summits brought the PHCP-PVF industry together from coast to coast. More than 550 distributors, manufacturers and manufacturers' representatives gathered, reinforcing the value of regional collab more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital earns multiple healthcare excellency awards * We are excited to announce that Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital has been recognized by PRC as a 5-Star facility in providing: * Inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services in its Center for Addiction Medicine * Outpatient behavioral health services in its Child Partial Ho more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, June 25 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Secures Back-to-Back Victories for Democracy, Court Blocks President Trump's Second Elections Executive Order * OAKLAND -Co-leading a coalition of 23 attorneys general and the Governor of Pennsylvania, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts granted the coalition's motion for summary judgment and permanently  more PR

ALBANY, New York, June 25 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Leads Coalition Demanding Reversal of Dangerous New ICE Policy * New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to reverse a dangerous new policy ending investigations and public reporting of deaths that occur shortly after people are released from ICE custody more PR

SALEM, Oregon, June 25 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Blocks Trump Administration From Exerting Federal Control Over Elections * Attorney General Dan Rayfield today secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states' constitutional authority to administer elections. The final ruling follows a multistate lawsuit by Attorney General Rayfield and a more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 24 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Secures Major Victory, Court Strikes Down Trump's March 2025 Elections Executive Order * As part of a coalition of 19 attorneys general, Attorney General William Tong issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts granted the coalition's motion for a permanent injunction and blocked key provisions of Executive Order No. 14248 from taking effect. Issued by  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- BDO USA, a provider of assurance, tax and financial advisory services, presented the following news release: * * * BDO Government Services Ranked Nationally in ENR 2026 Rankings Key Facts: * BDO Government Services was recognized in ENR's 2026 national rankings, highlighting its standing in the government services market. * The ENR rankings are a widely recognized industry benchmark for evaluating leading firms in the engineering and construction sectors. * This recognition demonstrates BDO Government Service more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- BDO USA, a provider of assurance, tax and financial advisory services, presented the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * BDO USA Recognized by Points of Light as One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States * BDO USA was named a 2026 honoree of The Civic 50(R) by Points of Light, recognizing it as one of the top community-minded companies in the U.S. * Central to the firm's recognition is BDO Counts, BDO's employee-driven social impact program. * The Civic 50(R) is a leading be more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, June 25 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * Belleville Chamber of Commerce and SIUE Partner to Launch AI Learn-a-thon for Local Professionals Ahead of AI Appreciation Day * The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to host an AI Learn-a-thon on Wednesday, July 15, at SIUE's Belleville location on the Southwestern Illinois Justice & Workforce Development Campus. The event will give Chamber members first acc more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal & Merkley Lead Colleagues in Push to End CFTC Assault on State Prediction Markets Oversight - U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) this week led 15 of their Democratic colleagues in calling on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government to prohibit the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) from using federal funding to prevent states and Tribes from enforcing their g more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 -- Boeing, an aerospace company and a manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems, posted the following news release: * * * Boeing Selected by U.S. Space Force to Extend Secure Military Communications Worldwide * EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 25, 2026 - The U.S. Space Force has selected Boeing [NYSE: BA] to advance the next phase of a program that will help extend and improve secure military communications for users around the world. The contract award for Mobile User Objective System S more PR

PEORIA, Illinois, June 26 -- Caterpillar Inc., a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Foundation Announces $2.5 Million Initiative in Celebration of America's 250th Anniversary Donations to the Smithsonian and Points of Light will help equip the next generation with in-demand skills and mobilize Caterpillar employee community service - IRVING, Texas - As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the Caterpillar Foundation today announced it is contributing to init more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, posted the following news: * * * Community First June 2026 Newsletter * FHLBank Chicago Expands Down Payment Assistance Network During National Homeownership Month During National Homeownership Month, FHLBank Chicago is highlighting expanded access to down payment assistance as more member institutions join its Downpayment Plus (r) (DPP (r) ) Program. Four additional members began using the program in 2026, helping co more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on June 25, 2026: * * * Inside Elections Shifts Battleground Gov Races in Georgia, Iowa, and Ohio in Democrats' Favor Inside Elections shifted the gubernatorial races in Georgia, Iowa, and Ohio in Democrats' favor as "the cycle continues to deteriorate for Republicans." This is just the latest sign of momentum for Democratic gubernatorial candidates across the map, as they campaign on plans to make life more affordable, in direct contrast to Republican poli more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Dentons receives Beacon of Justice Award for third year in a row Dentons has been honored by the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) with a 2026 Beacon of Justice Award, marking the third consecutive year the Firm has received this recognition. The award recognizes members of the pro bono legal community who are advancing equal justice. This year's honorees were selected for work that aligns with the theme "Protecting Democracy and Civil Rights." Dent more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Durbin Join Democratic Caucus in Demanding USPS Abandon Proposed Rule to Carry Out President Trump's Illegal Executive Order Restricting Vote by Mail U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee joined the entire Senate Democratic Caucus in demanding the United States Postal Service (USPS) abandon its proposed rule to implement President Trump' more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Schumer, Durbin Lead Senate Democrats in Introducing Resolution to Reaffirm Promise of Olmstead, Protect Disability Rights and Condemn Trump Administration's Latest Attack * June 25, 2026 Senate Democrats' resolution comes after Donald Trump's Department of Justice aims to upend landmark Supreme Court ruling in Olmstead v L.C. that ensures Americans with Disabilities can live full, independent lives in their communities [WASHINGT more PR

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Meets With Australian Ambassador To The U.S., Greg Moriarty * June 24, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Co-Chair of the bipartisan, bicameral Friends of Australia Caucus, met with the new Australian Ambassador to the U.S., Greg Moriaty, to discuss U.S.-Australian security cooperation and trade. U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) also attended the meeting. "Australia has been a crucial partner to the U more PR

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Slams Assistant Attorney General Nominee For Inflammatory, Discriminatory Tweets In Senate Judiciary Committee Nominations Hearing * June 24, 2026 "I cannot understand how you can do a real job and continue to post every day this continuing dialogue that you have over the years. It just seems to me inconsistent with serving the public," Durbin told Konstantinos Ligris, who has been nominated to serve as Assistant Attorney General for more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Durbin Slams Assistant Attorney General Nominee For Inflammatory, Discriminatory Tweets In Senate Judiciary Committee Nominations Hearing During today's Senate Judiciary Committee nominations hearing, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, questioned Daniel Desmond Domenico, nominated to be a U.S. Circuit Judge for the  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Decision To Limit Judicial Review Of TPS Decisions, Allowing Trump Administration To End TPS For Syrians And Haitians * June 25, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after today's Supreme Court decision that allows the Trump Administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syrian a more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on June 25, 2026: * * * Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Decision To Limit Judicial Review Of TPS Decisions, Allowing Trump Administration To End TPS For Syrians And Haitians U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement after today's Supreme Court decision that allows the Trump Administration to terminate Temporary Pro more PR

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Statement On The Fourth Anniversary Of The Dobbs Ruling * June 24, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement on the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court: "Today marks four years since the Supreme Court erased the constitutional right to abortion-a right that Am more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on June 24, 2026: * * * Durbin Statement On The Fourth Anniversary Of The Dobbs Ruling U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement on the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court: "Today marks four years since the Supreme Court erased the constitutional ri more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Duckworth, Schneider Introduce Resolution Marking Four Years Since July 4th Shooting in Highland Park * June 25, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) today announced the introduction of a Senate resolution expressing the condolences of Congress and honoring the memory of the victims of the shooting at the Fourth of more PR

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Graham Announce First Artificial Intelligence Company Endorsement Of DEFIANCE Act OpenAI officially endorsed the legislation today, which has passed the Senate and is up for consideration in the House and would combat nonconsensual, sexually-explicit deepfakes WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) announced the endorsement o more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on June 24, 2026: * * * Durbin, Graham Announce First Artificial Intelligence Company Endorsement Of DEFIANCE Act OpenAI officially endorsed the legislation today, which has passed the Senate and is up for consideration in the House and would combat nonconsensual, sexually-explicit deepfakes - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and U.S.  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Foster, Merkley Introduce Bicameral Investor Choice Act * Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL-11) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Investor Choice Act, legislation to prohibit pre-dispute mandatory, or "forced," arbitration agreements and preserve customers' ability to bring or join class action lawsuits in certain financial sectors. "Individuals shouldn't need to surrender their legal rights because they choose to more PR

BEAVER FALLS, Pennsylvania, June 26 -- Geneva College issued the following news: * * * Jay Neikirk: Challenging Students Toward Political Thought Under Scripture Reagan Shields Frederick "Jay" Neikirk, PhD, professor of political science and department chair, is retiring after 34 years of service at Geneva College. His dedication has impacted thousands of students as he has faithfully sought not only to teach knowledge within his discipline, but to guide students in wise thinking about government, politics, and their intersection with God' more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings Share New Details on Upcoming Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt Hotels in Mexico Park Hyatt Riviera Maya and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos are slated to open in the second half of 2026, bringing two distinct expressions of the Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt brands to sought-after leisure destinations, with an all-inclusive experience thoughtfully integrated into each stay. - Hyatt Hotels more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 26 -- The Illinois Department of Public Health issued the following news on June 25, 2026: * * * All Children Across Illinois to Receive Blood Lead Testing Effective July 1, all Illinois ZIP codes will be covered under state law calling for precautionary testing to ensure children are not harmed by exposure to lead Key Points for Media: * Expansion is the culmination of years-long effort to identify children at risk of lead exposure * There is no safe level of lead in the blood; lead can cause developmental, be more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * The James T. Woods Act Fights Online Child Exploitation That's Sweeping the Nation * BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - Online child exploitation, sextortion and violent online criminal networks like '764,' which coerce children into violent or suicidal acts, are sweeping the nation, impacting children across all 50 states. Each of the 56 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) field offices are involved in tracking and investigating cases of online child e more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, June 25 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Just Hired: Graviel Gomez * Just Hired! Through the experiences of local, regional, national and international students, Western Illinois University has incredible alumni who are making an impact in the workforce. This series features students from around the world who are hired post-graduation. MACOMB, IL - Meet Graviel Gomez, a new adult probation officer with Rock Island County Court Services, Adult Probation, after completing his Law Enfo more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Advises Bain Capital on Exclusive Agreement for Acquisition of Majority Stake in Everllence * Kirkland & Ellis has advised Bain Capital on an exclusive agreement for the acquisition of a majority stake in Everllence from Volkswagen Group (Volkswagen). Bain Capital is to acquire 51% of the shares in Everllence. Volkswagen plans to remain a significant shareholder with a 49% stake. The transaction is subje more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland Advises Vitol on 20-Year LNG Supply Agreement with IRH * Kirkland & Ellis advised Vitol Inc., a leader in energy and commodities, in connection with a liquified natural gas Sale and Purchase Agreement under which Vitol will supply 1.0 million tonnes per annum of LNG on a free on-board basis to IRH Global Trading Ltd., subsidiary of International Resources Holding, for a period of 20 years. Read Vitol's p more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kirkland's Crisis Management and Sustainability Teams Receive Top Chambers Rankings * Chambers & Partners named Kirkland as a leading law firm in its 2026 edition of the Crisis & Risk Management Guide, which spotlights the top providers of core crisis and risk services globally. Kirkland's crisis management team, ranked Band 1 for the third straight year, is noted by clients for consistently demonstrating "the ab more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * LibTech Insights and Clarivate Announce "AI Essentials for Academic Libraries: Beyond the Basics" Following the success of last year's program, Clarivate and Choice team up once again to explore AI literacy topics in a three-part course -  Choice is pleased to announce a new email-based micro-course on AI for academic libraries. Building on last year's popular eight-module series, " AI Literacy Essentials for Acad more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 -- Benesch, a consulting engineering company, issued the following news on June 25, 2026: * * * Lincoln Airport Celebrates Progress on Runway 18/36 Reconstruction LINCOLN, NE--Earlier this month, Benesch team members joined representatives from the Lincoln Airport Authority, Nebraska Air National Guard and federal, state and local partners to celebrate progress on the reconstruction of Runway 18/36 at Lincoln Airport. As the airport's largest-ever airfield development initiative, the $100 million investment will mo more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, June 26 -- Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Blocks Trump Administration from Exerting Federal Control over Elections Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Blocks Trump Administration from Exerting Federal Control over Elections - Attorney General Aaron M. Frey secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states' constituti more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Mayer Brown wins multiple Proximo "Deals of Year" Awards Mayer Brown advised on three transactions honored by Proximo as 2025 "Deals of the Year." The awards represent the premier benchmark for outstanding achievements in project, infrastructure, and energy finance across key industries in North America. The winning transactions are: Proximo North America Transport Deal of the Year 2025 - SR 400 Peach Partners Led by Projects more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 26 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Blocks Trump Administration from Exerting Federal Control Over Elections Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states' constitutional authority to administer elections. The final ruling follows a multistate lawsuit joined  more PR

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, June 24 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU leaders selected for prestigious national Farm Foundation programs * Contact: Mary Kathryn Kight STARKVILLE, Miss.-Mississippi State University is strengthening its voice in national agricultural conversations through two additional Farm Foundation leadership opportunities. Associate Vice President Ashli Brown, who serves in MSU's Division of Agriculture, Forestry and Veterinary Medicine, was selected as a Farm Foundation Round Table Fe more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Murphy Introduces Landmark Bill to Raise Minimum Wage to 25 Dollars Nationwide U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Thursday announced he will introduce the Living Wage For All Act, bicameral legislation to increase the federal minimum wage to 25 dollars an hour. Under a two-track phase-in, large corporate employers would be required to implement a $25 wage floor by 2032, while other businesses would have until 2039 to d more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Partnership for New Americans posted the following news: * * * National Partnership for New Americans: SCOTUS' Inhumane Rulings on TPS and Asylum Will Cause "Mass Cruelty" * Today, in a further attack on lawful immigration pathways, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued two reckless rulings: Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, which will make it easier to turn away people fleeing persecution and seeking asylum, and Mullin vs. Doe, which greenlights the Trump administra more PR

BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, June 26 -- Illinois Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Neighborhood Investment Fellows Connect Classroom Learning with Housing Challenges in Bloomington A group of six Illinois Wesleyan University students is spending the summer interning at local west side nonprofits and learning about community challenges that are no longer abstract concepts discussed in classrooms. As part of the Neighborhood Investment Fellowship summer program, the students recently toured The Bridge, an innovative home more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NMMA Monitoring New Trade Actions as Key Comment Deadlines Approach The Trump Administration recently announced a series of new trade actions that could impact U.S. manufacturers, including recreational marine businesses. These actions include new investigations, proposed tariff changes, and requests for public feedback on trade policies involving China, Vietnam, and other countries. Several of these ann more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, June 26 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Crash victims 70% less likely to be transferred between hospitals in no-fault states Car insurance laws associated with whether severely injured crash victims are re-triaged * Study analyzed hospital visits of patients with severe crash injuries in states with at-fault and no-fault car insurance policies * Transfer rates were 2.3% in no-fault states vs. 8.1% in at-fault states for Medicare patients severely injured in car crashes * Tra more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez Slams Today's Supreme Court Rulings Attacking Immigrant Communities * Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03) released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court issued two decisions, eroding protections for immigrants with Temporary Protected Status and asylum seekers at the border. "Since they returned to power, the Trump-Miller white nationalist administration has waged a war on our immigrant more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * SHOPIFY BANS ALL E-CIGARETTE SALES, FOLLOWING CALL FOR ACTION FROM ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, COALITION OF ATTORNEYS GENERAL * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 25 attorneys general and the city of New York, welcomed Shopify's decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, through its e-commerce platform. The decision is a direct response to the coalition's November 20 more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, June 25 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * Steach Named Director of Alumni Engagement * MACOMB, IL - - Following a national search, Marnie Steach has been named the Western Illinois University Director of Alumni Engagement, effective July 6. Steach brings more than 30 years of higher education relationship development experience to the position. "Building connections and engaging our alumni is at the cornerstone of the success of our advancement efforts," WIU Assistant Vice President  more PR

FULLERTON, California, June 25 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * Steven George Appointed Vice President for University Advancement * Steven George was appointed vice president for the Division of University Advancement at Cal State Fullerton, effective Aug. 3. With more than 25 years of distinguished experience in higher education fundraising and advancement leadership, George has played key leadership roles across three large-scale campaigns. He currently serves as assistant vice chancellor  more PR

IOWA CITY, Iowa, June 26 -- The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business issued the following news: * * * Tippie researcher named to prestigious Amazon Scholar program Emily Campion, a Tippie College of Business management researcher, has been selected to join Amazon's prestigious scholarly research program designed to tackle some of the world's toughest high-impact tech challenges faced by businesses. Campion, associate professor of management and entrepreneurship, will be an Amazon Scholar and work with Amazon to enhance the global  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 26 [Category: BizFinancial Services] (TNSrep) -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release: * * * TransUnion Report Maps How Mortgage Rate Changes Could Reshape Local Housing Markets * Real estate professionals face an increasingly challenging environment, hindered by prolonged housing inventory stagnation and persistent economic uncertainty. As speculation grows around potential mortgage rate cuts or increases, a new report from TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) provides actionable insights to  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 25 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke's Ellie Hughes Honored With 2026 Connect CRE US Next Gen Award * BOSTON - Ellie Hughes, associate in Troutman Pepper Locke's Real Estate Practice Group, has been named a winner of the Connect CRE 2026 U.S. Next Gen Award for the Boston and New England region. The annual program honors outstanding young professionals in commercial real estate who have distinguished themselves through talent, leade more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 25 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus posted the following news: * * * UIS legal studies professor admitted to U.S. Supreme Court Bar * University of Illinois Springfield Professor of Legal Studies Deborah Anthony was admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States during a June 18 ceremony in Washington, D.C. The admission allows Anthony to practice before the nation's highest court. Only a select group of attorneys are admitted to the Supreme Court Bar each year. Anthony was swor more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, June 24 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- UL Solutions, a company that says it delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, issued the following news release: * * * UL Solutions Opens Advanced Automotive Electromagnetic Compatibility Laboratory in Japan * * Expands testing in Japan, the world's third-largest automotive producer, with more than 8 million vehicles manufactured annually * Boosts EMC testing for high-voltage, high-current, high-per more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 26 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Nebraska joins NASA Acres Farm Innovation Ambassador Team UNL's Digital Farming Lab is key partner in collaboration - Nebraska is joining the NASA Acres Farm Innovation Ambassador Team, a national program that works with producers to develop practical tools and solutions using satellite Earth observation, on-farm data and digital agriculture technology. Roric Paulman of Paulman Farms, near Sutherland, Nebraska, is the newest member of the program, re more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs issued the following news release: * * * VA Community Care contributed more than $36B to local economies in FY 2025 * The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs today announced it made more than $36 billion in payments to local healthcare providers across the country in fiscal year 2025 as part of the bipartisan VA MISSION Act. President Trump signed the MISSION Act in 2018 after it passed Congress with widespread bipartisan support. The law created a benefit that lets eligible V more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 26 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jones Blocks Trump Administration from Exerting Federal Control Over Elections Attorney General Jay Jones today secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump's unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states' constitutional authority to administer elections. The final ruling follows a multistate lawsuit joined by Attorney Ge more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Venable, a law firm, issued the following news release on June 25, 2026: * * * Venable Receives 2026 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award Baltimore, MD -- Venable LLP announced today that it has been selected by the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC) as the recipient of the 2026 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award for Law Firms, recognizing the firm's innovative approaches to delivering free legal services and its exceptional commitment to engaging attorneys in pro bono service. The Maryland Pro Bono Service Awards ho more PR

WASHINGTON, June 25 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * When is a headache more than just a headache? * According to the American Migraine Foundation, migraine affects 40 million Americans, and for more than 90% of those affected, migraine interferes with education, career or social activities. And while all migraines are headaches, not all headaches are migraines. A headache is a symptom, whereas migraine is a neurological disease that often includes moderate more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, June 25 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Chemistry Department Supports Student Research Through Illinois Junior Academy of Science Partnership * A student researcher conducts hands-on testing in a WIU chemistry lab using university equipment made available through a partnership designed to expand access to scientific research resources and mentorship. [Download Print-Quality Image] A student presents their research during the Region 1 Illinois Junior Academy of Science competi more PR

KENT, Ohio, June 25 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Wright State names rising star Division I leader Brad Chandler as director of athletics * Brad Chandler, the deputy athletics director at Bradley University, was named Wright State's new director of athletics. Wright State University announced today that Brad Chandler, J.D., has been named its next director of athletics. The appointment follows the university's first-ever national search for a Division I athletics director. With more than 17 years of NCAA Di more PR