BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 10 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Secures Victory In Lawsuit Protecting Federal Support For Homelessness Services * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a multistate coalition of 22 other states won their lawsuit against the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over its illegal attempt to cap funding for permanent housing projects that help families facing housing insecurity or experiencing homelessn more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Co-Leads Multistate Effort Opposing Trump Administration's Sweeping Rollback of Gun Safety Protections * August 10, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in opposing the Trump administration's unprecedented effort to dismantle decades of federal gun safety protections. Since May 2026, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosiv more PR

BROOKLYN, New York, Aug. 10 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Brooklyn Law School Names New Leaders for International Programs and Academic Advising * (L to R) In July, Carl Olson became Director of International Programs and Mariah Vitali was named Associate Director of Academic Advising. Brooklyn Law School has appointed Carl Olson as Director of International Programs and Mariah Vitali as Associate Director of Academic Advising, strengthening support for students and reinforcing the Law School's deep commitment to  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026: * * * Illinois Becomes Third State To Advance New Model for Rideshare Workers to Unionize, Continuing National Trend Illinois has become the third state to advance a new model for rideshare workers to unionize, underscoring a growing national trend toward modernizing labor law for the gig economy, according to a new analysis from the Center for American Progress. The state's landmark legislation would allow Uber and Lyft drivers to col more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight released the following written testimony by Andrew R. Arthur, resident fellow in law and policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, from a July 22, 2026, hearing entitled "False Narratives Surrounding Conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center." ICE is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. * * * (Continued from Part 1 of 3) Similarly, and directly relevant to the subject of today's hearing, section 103(a)(11) of the INA specifically authorizes the DHS se more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight released the following written testimony by Andrew R. Arthur, resident fellow in law and policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, from a July 22, 2026, hearing entitled "False Narratives Surrounding Conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center." ICE is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. * * * (Continued from Part 2 of 3) Former New York City Police Department Commissioner and Los Angeles Police Department Chief William Bratton recently echoed ICE's co more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release: * * * Circana Reveals 2026 B2B Tech Channel Performance Award Winners at XChange, Showcasing the Industry's AI Leaders We are proud to recognize the organizations that continue to set the standard for excellence across the B2B technology channel - Circana, LLC has announced the winners  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026: * * * Circana Reveals Regional Toy Market Dynamics Across Europe, The Americas, and Asia-Pacific While the global toy industry remains united by consumer passion for play, today's market is also defined by local dynamics, - Today, Circana, LLC released new ins more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Nikema Williams Joins Legislation to Ban ICE from Using TSA Data Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) co-sponsored the No TSA Data for ICE Act, introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), that would prevent the two agencies from coordinating to enforce the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda. In a dramatic violation of privacy rights, the Transportation and Security Administration is sharing passenger names, birth dates, a more PR

ARGONNE, Illinois, Aug. 10 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Scientists deploy AI agents to accelerate discovery of new materials Research team develops collaborative AI system that efficiently performs complex simulations from start to finish An AI-driven system automates a powerful simulation method used to discover new materials. The system can potentially reduce discovery time from months or years to just days. - The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne  more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth, Lawmakers Slam Trump's Efforts to Tear Apart Military Families, Convert Military Bases into Deportation Traps Senate investigation revealed ICE has attempted to deport 282 Veterans and their relatives, in potential violation of law that prevents the use of military against civilians - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) in leading an extens more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 11 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * Colorado District Court Latest to Dismiss Industry Lawsuit Against Building Updates Denver's Energy Code aims to cut pollution, energy bills for households & businesses - Denver, CO -- A Colorado District Court has dismissed a corporate-backed lawsuit against Denver ordinances aimed at reducing air pollution from buildings and reducing energy bills for owners and tenants. The court agreed with arguments made by the City of Denver and Sierra Club tha more PR

ROCK ISLAND, Illinois, Aug. 10 -- Augustana College posted the following news: * * * Faculty and students weave art into vocational research * What if vocation is less about finding the right answer and more about learning to ask better questions? That idea is at the heart of "Alive: Journeys in the Making," a collaborative research project in which Dr. Caglar Cetin-Ayse and three Augustana students explored vocation through art, conversation and reflection. Dr. Cetin-Ayse, a visiting assistant professor of sociology, was awarded a vocati more PR

MATTOON, Illinois, Aug. 11 -- First Mid Bank and Trust issued the following news release: * * * First Mid Bank & Trust Explains Why Buying a Home is Smarter Than Renting Expert insight on building equity, creating long-term wealth, and making the most of homeownership - With rising housing costs and evolving market conditions often creating confusion and uncertainty, First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid) believes homeownership continues to be one of the strongest ways to build long-term wealth and financial stability. While people often choo more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 11 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 10, 2026: * * * Six Steps to Get Your Concussion Protocol Ready for the Upcoming Athletic Season As fall sports and tryouts approach, every school, athletic program, and youth sports organization should take a hard look at its concussion protocol. From a student safety and legal liability perspective, you need to make sure your written procedure clearly spells out how coaches and trainers identify, remove, and clear students to return to play after more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Gabrielle Levin named among Crain's New York Business' "Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law" NEW YORK -- Gabrielle Levin, co-leader of Mayer Brown's US Employment Litigation & Counseling Group, has been named to Crain's New York Business' list of "Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law." The recognition honors accomplished professionals who lead significant client-service initiatives and advise on complex lega more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 11 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following Q&A on Aug. 10, 2026, involving Commander Colonel Gregory R. Bodenstein: * * * Getting to know the Air Force Security Forces Center commander Col. Gregory R. Bodenstein took command of the Air Force Security Forces Center in June, bringing 24 years of Air Force experience to the AFIMSC enterprise. As the AFSFC commander, he directs the day-to-day operations of the center to organize, train, and equip more than 38,000 sec more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Katie Gray recognized in 2026 Texas Legal Awards as a "Rising Star" HOUSTON - Mayer Brown partner Katie Gray has been selected as a "Rising Star" in the General Litigation category of Texas Lawyer and Law.com's 2026 Texas Legal Awards, which recognizes lawyers under 40 making a lasting impact on the Texas legal landscape. A member of the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, Katie represents clients in complex commerci more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Urges USPS Board to Remove Postmaster General Over Effort to Implement Trump's Election Mail Order Federal Courts Have Held Violates the Constitution * Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, today urged the United States Postal Service Board of Governors to remove Postmaster General David Steiner for pursuing implementation of President Trump's mail-b more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * LaHood, Colleagues introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Low-Interest Mortgages for First-Time Homebuyers * Today, Representatives Darin LaHood (IL-16), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Blake Moore (UT-01), and Tom Suozzi (NY-01) introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Affordability Act, bipartisan legislation to expand access to low-interest mortgages for first-time, low- to medium-income homebuyers. "Rising housing costs are being felt in rural, urba more PR

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 10 -- Lincoln University posted the following news: * * * Lincoln University Alumna Elle Michelle to Keynote 2026 New Student Convocation * Nationally recognized speaker, media personality and community leader Gabrielle "Elle Michelle" Williams Bland '16 will deliver the keynote address at New Student Convocation on Wednesday, Aug. 12, in Mitchell Auditorium. Lincoln University will welcome alumna Gabrielle "Elle Michelle" Williams Bland '16 as the keynote speaker for the university's 2026 New Student Convoca more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Aug. 10 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, posted the following news release: * * * Local sixth grader earns national recognition for promoting utility safety * Student has an artful reminder to call 811 before digging KEY TAKEAWAYS: * A local student achieved national recognition * Young people can be powerful safety ambassadors * Message is simple: Call 811 before you dig ST. LOUIS (Aug. 10, 2026) - A local sixth grader has been awarded the grand prize in the 811 Student S more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Mayer Brown advises Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation on sale to TPG Mortgage Investment Trust Mayer Brown is advising Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation (NYSE: CHMI) on its sale to TPG Mortgage Investment Trust, Inc. (NYSE: MITT) pursuant to a definitive merger agreement under which MITT will acquire CHMI. Under the terms of the agreement, CHMI stockholders will receive 0.3063 shares of MITT common stock and $0 more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 11 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods' Durham McCormick Named Finalist for Energy Attorney of the Year in Texas Legal Awards McGuireWoods Houston partner Durham McCormick, co-leader of the firm's Renewable Energy Practice Group, has been named a finalist for Energy Attorney of the Year in the Texas Legal Awards presented by Texas Lawyer and Law.com. The winners will be announced Sept. 30, 2026, at an awards dinner in Dallas. For more than 20 years, McCormick has advise more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Condemns ATF's Proposed Rollback of Gun Regulations Multistate Coalition Warns Deregulating Firearms Rules Will Threaten Public Safety and Hinder Criminal Investigations - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 23 attorneys general warning that the Trump Administration's rollback of common-sense firearms regulations will endanger their communities, many of which have seen l more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Engages Lukka to Enhance Digital Asset Data and Reporting Capabilities CHICAGO - Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) announced today it has entered into an agreement with Lukka to deliver an institutional-grade digital asset reporting capability, expanding Northern Trust's service offering to include enhanced access to digital asset data. Founded to address complex fin more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Wealth Management Appoints Candice Nakagawa as Family Office Solutions Managing Director for the West Region * LOS ANGELES - Northern Trust Wealth Management has appointed Candice Nakagawa as Family Office Solutions Managing Director for the West Region. Based in Los Angeles, Nakagawa will help lead the delivery of integrated services for affluent families whose  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Partnership for New Americans posted the following news: * * * NPNA Launches "Together We Are America, and Together We Vote" Nationwide Campaign to Unite Naturalized Citizens, Voters with Immigrant Parents, and Allies at the Ballot Box * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Yesterday, the National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA) launched the Together We Are America campaign-a nationwide effort to encourage naturalized citizens and allies to stand together, show up this November, and vote more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Casar Lead Call For Congressional Hearings With AI CEOs * Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (Il-03), Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection, and Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX) led 17 members of Congress calling on Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) to immediately schedule open hearings with the CEOs of America's largest AI companies. In a letter to Johnson, more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following letter to Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 6, 2026 The Honorable Marco Rubio Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street NW Washington, DC 20520 - The Honorable Pete Hegseth Secretary U.S. Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 20301 - The Honorable John Ratcliffe Director Central more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Reps. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, and Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following letter to the Government Accountability Office: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 5, 2026 Ms. Orice Williams Brown Acting Comptroller General U.S. Government Accountability Office 441 G St NW Washington, DC 20548 Dear Ms. Williams Brown: We write to request that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) review the Social Security Administration's (SSA's) federalization of medical Continuing Disabilit more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Researchers discover cleaner route to purifying rare earth elements * Rare earth elements such as lanthanum, neodymium and dysprosium are used to build the electric motor in your car, the LED lights in your house and the MRI machine at your doctor's office. But first, they have to be mined and separated from each other. Historically, that purification has been a costly, difficult process, relying on huge amounts of toxic chemicals. Now, researchers i more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 11 -- Rush University Medical Center issued the following news: * * * Take a Close Look at Chicago's Health Chicago Health Map expands public access to community health data to anyone who's online By Kevin McKeough A new online map of the Chicago area allows anyone with internet access to see the prevalence of 38 long-term health conditions, plus firearm injuries, by ZIP codes and other geographic areas. This free interactive tool was designed to support researchers, community organizations, policymakers and communi more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Charles E. Grassley and Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration Chairman John Cornyn: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 31, 2026 The Honorable Charles E. Grassley Chairman Committee on the Judiciary United States Senate 224 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 - The Honorable John Cornyn Chairman Subcommittee on more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Represents MarineMax in Its US$1.5 Billion Sale to Blackstone Infrastructure Portfolio Company, Safe Harbor * Sidley is advising MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), a marina operator, superyacht services company, and boat and yacht retailer, in its all-cash acquisition by Safe Harbor Marinas, a marina and superyacht service business. Safe Harbor will acquire all issued and outstanding shares of common stock of MarineMax more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Earns Recognition in 2026 IP Stars Rankings * Eleven Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys have been recognized by Managing Intellectual Property in the 2026 edition of IP Stars. The annual guide ranks law firms and lawyers based on research conducted by Managing IP, covering both contentious and non-contentious work. The following attorneys were recognized by IP Stars: Patent Stars * Robert Angle (N more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 11 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Earns Recognition in 2026 IP Stars Rankings Eleven Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys have been recognized by Managing Intellectual Property in the 2026 edition of IP Stars. The annual guide ranks law firms and lawyers based on research conducted by Managing IP, covering both contentious and non-contentious work. The following attorneys were recognized by IP Stars: Patent Stars * Robert Angle (National and Virginia) * Charles Bak more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Partner Kate Pennartz Selected for Leadership Dallas Class of 2027 * DALLAS - Troutman Pepper Locke partner Kate Pennartz has been named to the Dallas Regional Chamber's 2027 class of Leadership Dallas, a curriculum that equips members to address the challenges and opportunities facing the Dallas region. For more information, see the press release. The Leadership Dallas program is designed to unlo more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Aug. 10 [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 to Attend Upcoming Investor Conferences * NORTHBROOK, Ill. - August 10, 2026 - UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ULS), a global leader in applied safety science, today announced that senior management of the company will attend the following investor conferences: * Wells Fargo 10  more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Aug. 10 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * WashU Law clerkship program opens doors to careers in the judiciary and beyond * For many WashU Law graduates, a judicial clerkship is more than a first job after graduation. It's an opportunity to sharpen legal research and writing skills, build relationships with judges and gain experience that can shape an entire career. That opportunity has become increasingly available as WashU Law's judicial clerkship program has expanded its reach and more PR