CLINTON, Mississippi, June 30 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news: * * * 'Walter Anderson Adventures' at MC brings Southern artist's legacy to life * A new multimedia and immersive exhibition at Mississippi Christian University is bringing one of the 20th century's most enigmatic artists to life. "Walter Anderson Adventures" centers on the life and art of the reclusive Gulf Coast artist, whose vibrant watercolors, monumental linoleum prints and intimate depictions of nature and the Mississippi shoreline have capt more PR

LONDON, England, July 1 -- Aon, a provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions and outsourcing services, posted the following news release: * * * Aon Appoints Eric Foster to Lead U.S. PEO Practice to Expand Human Capital Capabilities CHICAGO - Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, announced that Eric Foster has been appointed managing director of its professional employer organization (PEO) and staffing industry practice for the U.S., effective today. In this role, F more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, July 1 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices Attorney General Kris Mayes today secured more than 50 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) reveale more PR

MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 30 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Announces Settlement Delivering More Than 900,000 Eggs to Vermont Foodbank Following Egg Price Manipulation Investigation * Attorney General Charity Clark today announced that Vermont will receive approximately 915,000 eggs and $56,000 as part of a settlement with the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation with the U.S. Departme more PR

ALBANY, New York, June 29 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices * New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than 50 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation led by the Office of the New York Attorney Gen more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 30 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser announces settlement with large egg producers after uncovering illegal scheme to jack up prices * June 30, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today secured 53 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes for nearly three years to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation with the U.S. Department  more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 29 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Blocks Illegal Cartel to Drive Down Egg Prices * Investigation into Nation's Largest Egg Producers Revealed Illegal Scheme That Raised Costs for Consumers and Businesses  Attorney General William Tong and a bipartisan coalition of 17 states today announced a $3.3 million settlement with three of the nation's largest egg producers, resolving a joint state and federal investigation into a long-running il more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Bilirakis, Soto Introduce Bill to Protect America's Telecommunications Networks from Foreign Adversaries * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) and Darren Soto (FL-09) today introduced the "Federal Investment Restrictions on Equipment from Worrisome Authoritarian Linked Locations (FIREWALL) Act, bipartisan legislation designed to safeguard America's telecommunications infrastructure from foreign adversaries by prohibiti more PR

TAMPA, Florida, June 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Chinese National Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Role in Drug Trafficking Organization * Jacksonville, Florida - Henglie Zhou (31, China) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Jordan E. Pratt to five years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute 100 kilograms or more of marijuana. Zhou pleaded guilty on March 5, 2026. United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement. more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, June 30 [Category: BizTravel] -- Airbnb, a community-driven hospitality company, issued the following news: * * * Coast More, Pay Less: How and where Americans can save on summer beach travel * The American beach vacation is a beloved summer tradition. Across US beach towns, for example, searches by families for Airbnb stays this summer are up nearly 20 percent. 1 However, traveling to the coast is increasingly out of reach for many families with 79 percent of Americans saying they're worried about the rising cost of travel,  more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Constangy Welcomes New Attorneys to Chicago, Jacksonville, and Los Angeles Offices * Constangy is pleased to announce the addition of four new attorneys- Katrice Curls, Sara Herbek, Sandra Lepson, and Ryan Patterson -strengthening the firm's Employment Litigation, Immigration, Advice & Counsel, Wage and Hour, and Investigations practices in the Chicago, Jacksonville, and Los Angeles offices. Mee more PR

CAMARILLO, California, July 1 -- California State University Channel Islands campus issued the following news release: * * * CSUCI Police Department Earns Prestigious National Accreditation Cal State Channel Islands' (CSUCI) Police Department has earned accreditation from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA), becoming one of fewer than 100 campus law enforcement agencies nationwide to receive the distinction. IACLEA accreditation is the leading standard for excellence in campus public safety. The r more PR

BUFFALO, New York, June 30 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delaware North posted the following news release: * * * Delaware North celebrates America's 250th anniversary across its portfolio * Guests visiting Delaware North locations in the U.S. can commemorate the milestone through authentic and exclusive experiences BUFFALO, N.Y. - Delaware North, a global leader in hospitality and entertainment, is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with an array of events and limited-time activations across its United States operations. Guests can expe more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 1 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy's nearly $1 billion investment with North Carolina suppliers strengthens American supply chains, local economies and the nation's energy future * More than 97% of Duke Energy's $17.2 billion in annual sourcing supports U.S.-based suppliers * Investments support critical grid equipment, American jobs and long-term reliability - As the nation approaches Independence Day, Duke Energy is investing in American suppliers to help power local eco more PR

ITHACA, New York, June 30 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * East Coast broccoli lowers costs and risks from California drought * The burgeoning East Coast broccoli industry is helping slightly lower costs and reduce reliance on the drought-prone West. Those were findings from a new supply chain model study that showed expanding production outside of California - the country's top broccoli producer - can help stabilize fresh produce supply chains that are vulnerable to water shortages. At the same time, the study revea more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, June 30 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Eggciting News! Attorney General Bonta Secures Settlement, Delivers 8.9 Million Eggs to California Food Banks * Nationwide settlement with egg producers resolves allegations of an illegal conspiracy that raised the cost of eggs OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 17 attorneys general and alongside the U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. DOJ), announced a settlement with e more PR

NEW YORK, June 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Eight Charged In International Cargo Theft Conspiracy * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, and Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation ("FBI"), James C. Barnacle, Jr., announced today the unsealing of an Indictment charging eight defendants-VAGAN GULIAN, ZHIRAYR GUMRUYAN, SEVAK KOCHARIAN, ARAIK SETRAKIAN, VITALY KOS more PR

SAO JOSE DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, July 1 -- Embraer, a producer of commercial, military, executive and agricultural aircraft, issued the following news on June 30, 2026: * * * Embraer's Praetor 500E Achieves Triple Certification from ANAC, FAA, and EASA * Certification confirms the Praetor 500E's readiness for global operations * Praetor family momentum continues following the Praetor 600E's certification earlier this year - Melbourne, Florida - Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3) today announced that the Praetor 500E has received triple certific more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 30 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN announces nominees for the 2026 Sports Humanitarian Awards * The 12 th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards will celebrate and honor athletes, teams, leagues and members of the sports industry who use the power of sport to make a positive impact on society. This year's Sports Humanitarian Awards, hosted by SportsCenter studio anchor and analyst Christine Williamson, will take place on Tuesday, July 14, at Gotham Hal more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a rule updating Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for dozens of airports across the U.S., reflecting changes to navigation infrastructure, air traffic requirements and obstacle assessments that affect instrument flight operations. The rule amends 14 CFR Part 97 by establishing, revising, suspending or removing instrument approach procedures and associated departure procedures at ai more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty and Staff Briefs June 2026 * Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others. Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across campus. Faculty and Staff Briefs are produced monthly to more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers improve analysis of molecules linked to Alzheimer's disease * Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory have shown how higher magnetic fields can improve analysis of the molecules linked to Alzheimer's disease, a finding that could aid the development of future treatments. In a study published in Solid State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, the researcher more PR

BOCA RATON, Florida, July 1 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Nursing Dean Cameron Duncan, Ph.D., Named Fellow of the AAN By Gisele Galoustian Cameron G. Duncan, Ph.D., DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, Holli Rockwell Trubinsky Eminent Dean of Florida Atlantic University's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, has been named a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), one of the nursing profession's highest honors recognizing leaders whose more PR

TAMPA, Florida, June 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Federal Inmate Pleads Guilty to Operating Multi-Kilo Fentanyl Conspiracy * Jacksonville, Florida - Daniel Don Juan (35, Georgia) has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl. He faces a minimum sentence of 15 years, up to life, in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set. United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the annou more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Reserve System is seeking public comment on applications involving ownership changes at banking organizations in Florida and Guam under the Change in Bank Control Act. The agency published a notice announcing applications to acquire or retain voting shares of bank holding companies and their subsidiary banks. Interested parties have until July 14, 2026, to submit comments to the appropriate Federal Reserve Bank or the Board of Governors. In Florida, members of the Shaw Family Control Group are seekin more PR

MIAMI, Florida, July 1 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following Q&A on June 29, 2026, involving civil engineering professor Atorod Azizinamini: * * * Expert explains why some buildings collapse during earthquakes In the aftermath of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela last week, FIU civil engineering professor Atorod Azizinamini explains how engineers design buildings to survive earthquakes, why some buildings collapse and more. - How do engineers design buildings cap more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 1 -- The Florida State Board of Education issued the following news on June 30, 2026: * * * State Board of Education Welcomes Interim Commissioner of Education Dr. Paul O. Burns Today, the State Board of Education appointed Senior Chancellor Dr. Paul O. Burns as Interim Commissioner of Education. His appointment was unanimous following his 8 years of service at the Department of Education, where he has worked closely with the members of the State Board enacting the nation-leading education agenda of the DeSantis Ad more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * Florida A&M University and Pasco-Hernando State College Expand Ignite 2+2 Partnership to Create New Pathways to Bachelor's Degrees * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (June 30, 2026) -The leaders of Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) today signed an enhanced Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that expands their academic partnership and creates additional seamless transfer opportu more PR

LAKELAND, Florida, June 30 -- Florida Polytechnic University posted the following news release: * * * Florida Poly receives full legislative funding to accelerate STEM growth * Gov. Ron DeSantis approved $19 million in state funding for Florida Polytechnic University on Monday, June 29, fueling the University's continued growth and expansion as Florida's only public STEM university. The 2026-27 budget allocation provides a significant funding boost that will help Florida Poly advance its strategic goals, strengthen student success and exp more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University chosen for United Nations' first-ever sport ecology partnership * A leading global agency of the United Nations has tabbed Florida State University as its first chair focused on sport ecology -a landmark agreement that places FSU at the center of one of the world's most critical and emerging fields of study. UNESCO, which stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, selected FSU for a four more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte * Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group as a partner in the firm's Charlotte office. Br more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters - CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group as a partner in the firm's Charlotte office. Bringing more than 30 years of indust more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Secures Agreement with Havas to Restore Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem * Today, the Federal Trade Commission, along with a coalition of states, scored another major victory in the fight against collusive conduct in the advertising industry. Advertising agency Havas Media Group USA LLC (Havas) has agreed to a proposed FTC order to resolve allegations that it engaged in unlawful collusion that led to the demonetization of disfavo more PR

STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 30 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following Q&A on June 29, 2026, involving Senior Director Analyst Jan Bansch: * * * Gartner Says CHROs Must Identify Hidden Workforce Costs to Protect AI ROI As organizations accelerate AI adoption to drive growth and efficiency, CHROs must play a more active role in assessing the workforce-related costs of AI transformation. We spoke with Jan Bansch, Senior Director Analyst in the Gartner HR practice, about how CHROs can help miti more PR

COLUMBIA, Missouri, June 29 [Category: Media] -- The Association of Health Care Journalists posted the following news: * * * Government gagged: Overcoming agencies' secrecy barriers * Government Gagged: Overcoming agencies' secrecy barriers * Moderator: Frank LoMonte, J.D., Adjunct instructor, University of Georgia School of Law; Legal counsel, CNN * Caroline Hendrie, Executive director, Society of Professional Journalists * Charles Ornstein, Managing editor, local, ProPublica By Margaret Coker, Georgia Health Journalism Fellow  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Ron DeSantis Unveils Statue Honoring President Abraham Lincoln as America Celebrates 250 Years of Independence * THE VILLAGES, Fla. -Today, Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a new statue of President Abraham Lincoln in The Villages, honoring one of the most consequential figures in American history and continuing Florida's year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. The statue will serve as a permanent tri more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Philadelphia Grows Litigation Practice, Adds Ryan M. Moore * PHILADELPHIA - June 30, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added Ryan M. Moore as a Litigation Practice shareholder in Philadelphia. He joins Greenberg Traurig from Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP. Moore represents corporations, private equity funds, and individual clients in complex civil litigation and commercial dispu more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Singapore Corporate Team Named Best Onshore Law Firm - Client Service * SINGAPORE - June 29, 2026 - A Corporate - Investment Funds team from global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP 's Singapore office has been named the "Best Onshore Law Firm - Client Service" at the With Intelligence Hedge Fund Services Awards | APAC 2026. The award series honors firms powering the success of the Asia-Pacific region' more PR

HONOLULU, Hawaii, July 1 --The Hawaii Department of the Attorney General issued the following news release on June 29, 2026: * * * DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL SECURES 53 MILLION EGGS AND $3.3 MILLION IN NATIONWIDE EGG PRICE-FIXING SETTLEMENT Investigation Revealed Illegal Scheme by Nation's Largest Egg Producers to Manipulate Prices and Increase Costs for Consumers and Businesses - Attorney General Anne Lopez today secured 53 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for c more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Health and Human Services Inspector General issued the following report (No. OEI-06-25-00150) on June 25, 2026 entitled "Florida Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: 2025 Inspection" filed under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: Here are excerpts: * * * Why OIG Did This Review OIG administers the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU or Unit) grant awards, annually recertifies each Unit, and oversees the Units' performance in accordance with the requirements of the grant. As part of this oversight, OIG more PR

MIAMI, Florida, July 1 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Holland & Knight Northern California Attorneys Named 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars SAN FRANCISCO - Super Lawyers has named five attorneys from Holland & Knight's San Francisco office as Northern California "Super Lawyers" and 10 as "Rising Stars" for 2026. Published annually by Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers is a rating service that annually identifies outstanding lawyers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., from more than 70 practice  more PR

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, June 30 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release: * * * House Rules Committee Advances Key Amendments Supporting U.S. Seafood Purchases in Defense Bill * The House Committee on Rules met yesterday to determine which of the nearly 1,400 amendments submitted to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA), H.R. 8800, will receive a vote on the House floor. Of the 1,396 amendments filed, only 312 were found to have been "made in order," including more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 30 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following Q&A on June 29, 2026, involving Selcuk Uluagac, director in the Center for Integrated Security, Privacy, and Trustworthy AI, and George Perera, Sheriff's Office chief technology and information security officer: * * * How Miami's top cybercrime unit is teaming up with FIU to fight back The university has signed an MOU with the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Cyber Crimes Bureau. The architects of the agreement more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 30 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * How Running a Startup Shapes Ansh Bhatt's Medical Training at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine * An M.D./M.B.A. student at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Ansh Bhatt is balancing medical school with leading an EV charging startup, gaining real-world insight into health care systems, business operations and patient access. It may be uncommon for an M.D./M.B.A. student at the University of Miami Mi more PR

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, June 30 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Students Gain Insight Through Global Experience Travels * Students in High Point University's Global Business Experience course in Southeast Asia visited the Mekong Delta jungle and boarded canoes to navigate the creeks where soldiers fought during the Vietnam War. The trip focused on global supply chain management. HIGH POINT, N.C., June 30, 2026 - The entire world became a classroom for High Point University (r) students and faculty more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 30 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt, HSL Properties, and Desert Hospitality Management Announce Plans for Tucson's First Hyatt Regency Hotel * Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center Expected to Open in Late 2027 Following Multi-Million Dollar Transformation, Elevating Tucson's Convention and Group Business Landscape CHICAGO (June 30, 2026) -Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), in collaboration with HSL Properties and Desert Hospitality more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Castor Highlights Hurricane Recovery & Resilience Assistance, Hosts Pop-Up Help Session for Hillsborough Neighbors * TAMPA, Fla. -Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) was joined by Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera, Hillsborough County Commissioner Harry Cohen, CEO of Boricuas de Corazon and caseworkers with Hillsborough County to highlight the County's Rebuilding for Tomorrow Hurricane Recovery and Resilience initiatives made possible  more PR

FORT PIERCE, Florida, June 30 -- Indian River State College issued the following news release: * * * Indian River State College HOSA Chapter Earns International Honors at 2026 Global Leadership Conference Students named International Champions as The River secures multiple medals, scholarship, and widespread Excellence Awards INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Indian River State College proudly announces that its HOSA - Future Health Professionals chapter achieved exceptional international recognition at the HOSA Global-International Leadership Conferen more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration has determined that ending the countervailing duty order on phosphate fertilizers from Russia would likely result in the continuation or recurrence of subsidized imports, preserving duties on the products following the expedited first five-year sunset review. The order, originally issued on April 7, 2021, was reviewed after ITA initiated the sunset process on March 2, 2026, under the Tariff Act of 1930. Mosaic Co., Tampa, Florida, and J.R. Simplot  more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, June 30 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Jackrabbit in the Spotlight / A memorable 2 years for Noah Richardson * Noah Richardson celebrates a rover weigh-in of 19 pounds, earning bonus points for coming in under 20 pounds at the 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge in Huntsville, Alabama, April 10. Noah Richardson didn't need to be told twice. Associate Professor Todd Letcher told the freshmen gathered at a camp before the start of classes at South Dakota State University in 20 more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 30 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida issued the following news release: * * * Judge Kevin Emas Sues Governor Ron DeSantis for Failing to Fill His Vacant Seat * MIAMI, FL (June 30, 2025) -The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Florida has filed a lawsuit on behalf of recently retired Judge Kevin Emas to compel Governor Ron DeSantis to fulfill his constitutional duty to fill Judge Emas's seat on the Third District Court of Appeal. The Constitution requires the governor to fill  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Requires Egg Producers to End Coordinated Benchmark Manipulation that Artificially Inflated Prices Across the Country The Proposed Settlements Will Ensure Competitive Prices for Consumers by Stopping Coordination to Inflate Egg Prices - The Justice Department's Antitrust Division, together with 17 State Attorneys General, filed a civil lawsuit against Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (Cal-Maine); Hickman's Egg Ranch Inc. (Hickman's); and Ce more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, June 30 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Long takes helm of 12th FTW, emphasizing training as foundation of combat victory * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - The 12th Flying Training Wing welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 26, 2026, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Col. Peter Lee relinquished command of the wing to Col. James Long II during a ceremony officiated by Maj. Gen. Roy Collins, Air Educati more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Michael McClanahan named Orlando regional president for Pinnacle Financial Partners Experienced leader introduces Pinnacle brand to Orlando during Synovus merger transition - ORLANDO, Fla. -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, which merged with Synovus Bank earlier this year, named Michael McClanahan as Orlando regi more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Florida, issued the following news release on June 29, 2026: * * * Moskowitz Urgently Calls on Secretary Rubio and Secretary Hegseth to Deploy Navy Hospital Ship to Venezuela After devastating earthquakes killed more than a thousand people and injured thousands more, Moskowitz urges deployment of USNS Comfort or USNS Mercy to immediately help the people of Venezuela - U.S. Representative Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) has called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 29 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * NAACP Announces 2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients * June 29, 2026 Contact: communications@naacpnet.org NEW YORK, NY - NAACP is pleased to announce today the recipients of the third edition of the Inclusive Beauty Fund to small business owners and entrepreneurs spanning across businesses including salon owners, hair care and beauty service educators, beauty product founders, suite owners, spa owners, extension artists, braiders more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: * * * National League of Cities, America's Newspapers Launch "Sign ON 250" * Year-Long Initiative Unites Americans to Renew Commitment to Ideals of Declaration of Independence WASHINGTON, D.C. - To unite millions of Americans in a year-long celebration of the nation's founding principles, the National League of Cities (NLC) and America's Newspapers (AN) -two of the country's most respected organizations -tod more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 30 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Nebraska Joins FTC and Coalition of States in Promoting Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem * Today, the Nebraska Attorney General's Office, the Federal Trade Commission, and a coalition of states filed a lawsuit to stop Havas Media Group, one of the nation's largest advertising agencies, from distorting America's modern public square. Starting in 2018, major U.S. advertising agencies Havas, WPP, Publicis, and Dentsu  more PR

WINTER HAVEN, Florida, July 1 -- Polk State College issued the following news: * * * Polk State College honors Dr. Anne Kerr for dedicated service as interim president The Polk State College District Board of Trustees honored Dr. Anne Kerr during her final Board meeting on Monday, recognizing her outstanding leadership, service and many contributions as interim president. Since her appointment in February 2026, Kerr has maintained momentum in academic programs, community partnerships and student support initiatives. Her service ensured cont more PR

NEW YORK, June 30 [Category: Media] -- ProPublica, an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism, issued the following news release: * * * ProPublica's Local Reporting Network Names Four New Partners for Its 50 State Initiative * ProPublica has selected four new partner newsrooms and local journalists for its Local Reporting Network. This is the fifth group selected as part of the organization's 50 State Initiative, a commitment to selecting a partnership with one newsroom from each state by 2028. The reporters  more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, June 30 [Category: BizScience] -- Redwire, a space infrastructure and innovation company enabling civil, commercial and national security programs, issued the following news release: * * * Redwire Awarded Contract to Deliver Penguin Mk2.5 Uncrewed Aerial System to Taiwan Coast Guard * JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (June 30, 2026) - Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a global leader in aerospace and defense technology solutions, today announced that it has been awarded a contract by Taiwan Color Optics, Inc. (TCO), a subsidiary of  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Frederica S. Wilson Releases Statement on Supreme Court Decision Reaffirming Birthright Citizenship * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement after the Supreme Court reaffirmed birthright citizenship and rejected President Trump's effort to limit the constitutional guarantee. "I welcome today's Supreme Court decision reaffirming birthright citizenship, a victory for the Constitu more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom For All Celebrates National Immigrant Heritage Month and Defends Immigrant Rights * June marks National Immigrant Heritage Month, a time to celebrate communities that strengthen our nation, and have long been a driving force in the movement to expand and protect freedom, including reproductive freedom. We celebrate the vibrant cultures, resilience, and leadership of i more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13257) on June 26, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Caitlin Keating-Bitonti. Here are excerpts: * * * The Role of U.S. In Situ Ocean Observation Networks: A Case Study of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation A climate tipping point generally refers to a "critical threshold" in an Earth system that when crossed can cause the system to shift into a new state. Scientists contend that crossing a tipping poi more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, June 30 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * SDSU joins MIT as theme winner at NASA contest * Lined up against some big-name competition, a young group of South Dakota State University engineering students won its category in a prestigious NASA student competition. SDSU was one of three finalists selected to compete in the Lunar Sample Return Concept category. The students were tasked with developing a concept to extract and return to Earth lunar surface and subsurface samples. That  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks by Secretary Marco Rubio and Lebanese Ambassador Nada Hamadeh Moawad and Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter at a trilateral framework signing ceremony: * * * SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you. Today is a good day in that we are happy to announce the - a framework agreement between the sovereign Government of Lebanon and of course the Government of Israel, with the mediation and support of the United States of America, that begins to put in place a framework for lasting peac more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Announces Senate Salary Donation to the Shepherd Center in Honor of Floridian Jacob "Jake" Danwood Rogers * NAPLES, Fla. - Today, Senator Rick Scott and Mrs. Anne Scott announced the donation of his Senate Salary to the Shepherd Center, a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital specializing in spinal cord and brain injuries in honor of Jacob "Jake" Danwood Rogers. Jake was a lifelong Floridian and University of Florida student w more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Senator Marshall Joins Colleagues in Launching Anti-Fraud Task Force Today, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) announced he is joining the newly launched Senate Anti-Fraud Task Force, led by Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri), to combat fraud, waste, and abuse across federal programs. The Anti-Fraud Task Force will identify vulnerabilities in existing systems and strengthen government accountability to ensure the proper ste more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Moody Protects Members of the Military and their Property from Squatters With Servicemember Residence Protection Act TAMPA, Fla.- Senator Ashley Moody is fighting to protect those who protect us by introducing the Servicemember Residence Protection Act. This bill aims to ensure "squatters rights" laws do not apply to the homes of our servicemembers. "Our men and women in uniform should not have to fight a legal nightmare just to liv more PR

WASHINGTON, June 29 (TNSletter) -- Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, and Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury: * * * Here is the text of the letter: June 18, 2026 The Honorable Scott Bessent Secretary U.S. Department of the Treasury 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20220 Dear Secretary Bessent: We write following the G7 summit in Evian, France to echo concerns raised by allies regarding Chi more PR

ANDERSON, South Carolina, June 30 -- Anderson University posted the following news release: * * * SouthState Bank Named Strategic Resource Partner of the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina * The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina at Anderson University is proud to announce that SouthState Bank has joined the Institute as a Strategic Resource Partner, further strengthening the Institute's mission to equip and serve family-owned businesses across the Palmetto State. As a Strategic Resource P more PR

KENT, Ohio, June 30 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Starting Close to Home Gave Her Freedom to Grow * When Beth Kotwis Carmichael graduated from Warren G. Harding High School, she wasn't entirely convinced college was the right path. Her parents encouraged her to start close to home at Kent State University at Trumbull, a decision that would provide the foundation for a career spanning the country and eventually bring her back home to lead one of Trumbull County's most recognized organizations. Today, Kotwis Ca more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * State budget delivers more than $180 million in priorities for Florida State University * Florida State University secured more than $180 million for nearly all of its top legislative priorities in Florida's 2026-27 state budget, including major investments in engineering, research, FSU Health, student success and campus infrastructure. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed the state's $117.6 billion budget, approving dozens of Florida State initiative more PR

BRADENTON, Florida, June 30 -- State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota Campus issued the following news: * * * #StaffSpotlight: Meet Leah, Supporting TRIO SSS Student Success in College, Graduation and Beyond Leah Nusman grew up in Bradenton. As a first-generation college student with limited financial resources, she started her higher education journey at Manatee Community College (now State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota) in 2001. She took classes and worked as a student employee in what is now the Office of the Registrar beginning more PR

MIAMI, Florida, June 30 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Sylvester Researchers Train as Wildland Firefighters to Advance Cancer Risk Study Summary  * Sylvester researchers completed wildland firefighter training to strengthen cancer risk research in high-exposure environments. * The immersive experience is shaping the WISER study to improve real-world data collection and prevention strategies. * The effort advances translational research to reduce cancer risk and improve population hea more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 30 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Taft Adds 3 Attorneys to its Denver Office, Growing Litigation, Government Affairs, and Private Client Practices * As Taft continues to grow its footprint in Colorado, the firm welcomed partner Michael Freimann, of counsel Joe Heaton, and associate Natalie Whitacre to its Denver office. Freimann is a highly-regarded employment law and commercial litigation attorney, Heaton focuses his practice on public affairs strategies, trade, a more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news: * * * Thirty Years of Transforming Children's Lives Through Theatre: Irene C. Edmonds Youth Theatre Camp Celebrates Final Season * TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Florida A&M University's Irene C. Edmonds Youth Theatre Camp, affectionately known as ICE Camp, will celebrate its 30th anniversary and conclude its final season this summer, ending three decades of artistic excellence, youth development and community impa more PR

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Treasury Targets Criminal Facilitators Behind CJNG's Cross Border Fuel Smuggling Schemes Treasury Issues Alert on Cartel Fuel Smuggling and Tax Evasion Schemes on the U.S. Southern Border - Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced multiple actions combatting fuel smuggling schemes linked to Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJ more PR

TROY, Alabama, June 30 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Troy University and American Village welcome educators for Teacher Institute Workshop 2026 * Troy University and American Village partnered to provide educators with a week of professional learning featuring expert-led presentations, collaborative workshops, and classroom resources designed to strengthen the teaching of American history at American Village in Montevallo, Alabama, last week. Throughout the week, teachers from across the region explored the history o more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, June 30 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Students Reimagine Clothing Through Adaptive Design * Highlights * UCF students across disciplines partnered with patient volunteers and caregivers to design clothing that makes daily tasks easier and more accessible for people facing medical, mobility and sensory challenges. * The project transformed classroom learning into real-world solutions that empower people to live more independently, while teaching students that impactful innov more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, June 30 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * UF partnership brings robotic fish to Florida classrooms to spark young scientists * Elementary school students across Florida are using robotic fish to learn one of science's most fundamental skills: asking questions. A partnership between the University of Florida Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the Thompson Earth Systems Institute at the Florida Museum of Natural History is developing hands-on classroom kits that help studen more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, June 30 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF graduate turns data into community impact * Sneha Kattari came to the University of North Florida with a clear goal to build the technical skills and real-world experience needed to thrive in the fast-evolving world of technology. Now, as she prepares to graduate this summer with a master's degree in computer and information sciences with a minor in computer science, she leaves UNF with far more than a diploma. Originally from India, Kat more PR

GAINESVILLE, Florida, June 30 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * Florida consumer sentiment sinks in June while the national sentiment improves * Consumer sentiment in Florida declined for the fourth consecutive month in June, falling 1.8 points to 71.1 from a revised figure of 72.9 in May. In contrast, national consumer sentiment increased. "Consumer sentiment among Floridians has fallen by 8 points over the past four months, reaching its lowest level in two years, since May 2024. Looking at the first half of t more PR

TAMPA, Florida, June 30 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * USF advances national security research, becoming first in Florida to implement new secure cloud infrastructure powered by Amazon Web Services * By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing [Logo courtesy of Amazon Web Services] The University of South Florida is strengthening its position as a national security innovation hub through a new secure cloud infrastructure that will expand defense and aerospace-focused research, accelerate  more PR

TAMPA, Florida, June 30 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * USF Health study shows promise of non-surgical treatment for slipped discs * When the soft, cushion-like discs in the spine become injured or start to bulge, the effects can be debilitating. Cervical discs help stabilize the neck and allow for smooth movement. But when damaged, they can cause numbness, tingling, loss of grip strength and sharp pain that travels down into the arm, hand and fingers. Medication and physical therapy can help provide  more PR

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 1 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news on June 30, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown secures more than 50 million eggs and $3.3 million after uncovering illegal scheme Three major egg producers who illegally coordinated to drive up egg prices will be held accountable under a settlement announced today. Utah joins a bipartisan coalition of states and the U.S. Department of Justice in filing a complaint and proposed final judgment against Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., Versova Holdings, and Hickman more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 30 [Category: Medical] -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * VCU Health names president for future Chesterfield hospital * Sheldon Barr, MSN, MBA, has been named president of the future Chesterfield hospital, effective July 1. In addition to this new responsibility, Barr will continue serving as president of VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital, where she has already ma more PR

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Whitehouse Makes the Case Against Confirmation of Disgraceful AG Nominee Blanche * Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, published a column in The Contrarian yesterday detailing the timeline of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's disgraceful tenure at the MAGA Department of Justice and arguing that his confirmation as Attorney General would worsen the rot at DOJ.  more PR