CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news: * * * ABA amicus brief supports noncitizens' right to a bond hearing when detention becomes 'unreasonably prolonged' CHICAGO -- The American Bar Association has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court to urge affirmance of a lower court's ruling that due process requires bond hearings for noncitizens who become subject to "unreasonably prolonged" detention while their immigration proceedings are underway. The ABA's brief points out that the indiv more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 9 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes Secures Full Victory in Lawsuit Challenging the Federal Government's Attack on Fair Housing Protections PHOENIX -- As part of a coalition of 16 attorneys general, Attorney General Mayes announced that the coalition has secured relief from unlawful conditions the federal government attempted to place on Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) funding. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developme more PR

SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ashurst Perkins Coie, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ashurst Perkins Coie bolsters intellectual property team with addition of Robert Clarida * New York (September 8, 2026)-Ashurst Perkins Coie announced on Tuesday the addition of Robert (Bob) Clarida as of counsel to the firm's Trademark, Copyright, Internet & Advertising (Global) practice within the Intellectual Property (IP) division in New York. Bob advises clients in a wide range of industries including music, sof more PR

TEMPE, Arizona, Sept. 9 -- Arizona State University issued the following news: * * * ASU ranks No. 1 nationally, No. 2 globally for sustainability University earns fourth consecutive Platinum STARS rating, with top marks in energy and climate, and doctoral institutions * ASU is No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 2 in the world for sustainability in the 2026 Sustainable Campus Index. * The university earned its fourth consecutive Platinum rating through the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System. By Marshall Terrill Arizona State Un more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 8 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Opposes ATF Proposal to Loosen Safeguards for Weapons Made for Federal Government Contracts * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 17 attorneys general in urging the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to withdraw a proposal that could allow more machine guns, silencers, and destructive devices made for the U.S. government to be diverted for  more PR

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 9 (TNSjou) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Research explores why strep throat can linger, even after treatment with antibiotics Project partnered with Wisconsin pediatricians to perform genome analysis of Strep A bacteria in children By Jennifer Micale Streptococcal sore throat - strep throat for short - is one of the nastier maladies of childhood, causing fever, swollen tonsils, and the namesake sore throat. The bacterial infection can linger even after treatment, turning otherwise hea more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- 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 Sept. 8, 2026: * * * Circana Advances AI-Powered Marketing Measurement: Introducing Liquid Mix with Google Meridian Marketers want transparent, flexible measurement without sacrificing the depth of data and expertise required for rigor, or the ease and speed needed to make better busine more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Dreams(r) Resorts & Spas Introduces MasterChef Junior: Next Course, Expanding Its First-Of-Its-Kind Culinary Experience for Families * New programming inspired by the hit culinary competition series launches across participating Dreams resorts in 2026 Following the successful launch of its first-of-its-kind collaboration with the hit culinary competition series MasterChef Junior, from the globally recogniz more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC's Resolution of 13 Race and Age Discrimination Charges Against the St. Louis Sheriff's Office Reinforces Federal Agency's Commitment to Protecting All Workers Equally * ST. LOUIS -The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced an agreement with the St. Louis Sheriff's Office to resolve 13 charges of discrimination alleging race and age discrimination. The St. Louis Sheriff's Office is responsible for the securi more PR

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 8 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news: * * * English alum Jami Hirsch uses writing skills to advance mission of Flance Early Learning Center * After graduating from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Jami Hirsch developed her storytelling skills as a member of University Marketing and Communications. Now, as director of development and communications at Flance Early Learning Center in St. Louis, Hirsch shares how the organization positively impacts the community by breaking  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * First Citizens Bank Completes Branch Acquisition, Expanding Presence Across the Midwest, Great Plains & West * First Citizens Bank has announced the successful conversion of 138 branches that it acquired from BMO Bank N.A. on Sept. 4, 2026, expanding the bank's presence across the Midwest, Great Plains and West, and welcoming new clients, associates and communities to First Citizens. First Citizens Bank assumed approxi more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. FLOODPLAIN ALLIANCE FOR INSURANCE REFORM (FAIR) Plano, Texas dan.delich@sbcglobal.net 214.707.8772 Submitted via Federal eRulemaking Portal (https://www.regulations.gov) to: Docket ID HUD-2026-1090-0001; Docket No. FR-6527-P-01; RIN 2506-AC60 September 4, 2026 The Honorable Scott Turner Secretary U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street SW W more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Venable, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Former Commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Caroline Crenshaw Joins Venable as a Partner in Washington, DC * WASHINGTON, DC (Sept. 8, 2026) - Venable LLP announced today that Caroline A. Crenshaw, a former commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has joined the firm as a partner in the Washington, DC office. At Venable, Crenshaw will draw on her widely recognized industry leadership a more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news: * * * G2 Community Launch: Celebrating the Marketers Who Started It * We recently opened the doors to something new: the G2 Community, a peer-first space for G2 customers to learn from each other. Today, we're extending an invitation to the broader G2 customer base for the first time. Before we get to how you can put your name in, meet 15 members from our founding class. #The community is live G2 was built on a simple idea: Buyers make better decisions w more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * GFI Digital Accelerates Growth With Three Strategic Acquisitions & Expansion Into New Markets * BTA member GFI Digital, a family owned company, is accelerating its growth strategy with three strategic acquisitions completed within a single week, expanding its customer base, capabilities, geographic footprint, and opportunities for employees and manufacturer partners. Today, GFI Digital employs more than 460 people ac more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 8 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news: * * * Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation Donates $5,000 to American Red Cross Flood Relief Efforts in Central Ohio * The Gordon Flesch Charitable Foundation of BTA member Gordon Flesch Company (GFC) donated $5,000 to the American Red Cross for their flood relief efforts in central Ohio. This donation will provide flood relief in affected communities. "When disasters impact the communities we serve, it's important that we  more PR

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 8 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news: * * * GRCC to Celebrate Historic Investiture of President Kathryn A. Rogalski * Grand Rapids Community College will celebrate the investiture of Dr. Kathryn A. Rogalski as its 12th president on Friday, Sept. 18, marking a historic moment as Rogalski becomes the first permanent female president in the college's history. The ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. at Fountain Street Church and will bring together students, employees, community leaders and more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 8 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP at Chicago Socialism Convention to Contrast More Government with More Freedom * CHICAGO, IL -This past weekend, Americans for Prosperity-Illinois (AFP-IL) mobilized activists, staff and a billboard truck outside the Democratic Socialists of America's "Socialism 2026" convention in Chicago. The weekend's events took place at McCormick Place -the government-owned complex that includes the Hyatt Regency, which i more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release: * * * JUSTICE ELIZABETH M. ROCHFORD ANNOUNCES FORMATION OF JUDICIAL SCREENING COMMITTEE Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford of the Supreme Court of Illinois has announced the formation of a standing Judicial Screening Committee (Committee). The Committee has been formed for the purpose of assessing the qualifications of those who apply for appointment to vacancies in the Supreme Court's 19th Judicial Circuit - Lake County. Under the Illinois Constituti more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release: * * * SECOND DISTRICT APPELLATE COURT ANNOUNCES NEW PROGRAM TO ASSIST SELF-REPRESENTED LITIGANTS The Illinois Appellate Court Second District is pleased to announce the launch of a new pilot program aimed at assisting self-represented litigants (SRLs) in the appellate court. The number of appeals filed by SRLs now makes up approximately 50 percent of filings and continues to increase. This innovative program is designed to address the difficulties more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 9 -- The Immigrant Legal Resource Center issued the following news release: * * * ILRC's Updated State-by-State Immigration Enforcement Map Shows Urgent Need for State Officials to Do More to Protect Immigrant Communities (San Francisco, CA)--As DHS continues its campaign to deport millions of people, the role of state and local law enforcement agencies remains central to its mass detention and deportation project. Years ago, involvement with ICE was primarily a local issue at the city and county level, but r more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- Jones Lang LaSalle, a real estate and investment management company, issued the following news release on Sept. 8, 2026: * * * JLL selected by Nestle to provide global real estate portfolio services across 130 countries JLL to deliver integrated leasing transaction management and strategic advisory services to optimize the food and beverage giant's entire real estate portfolio Key Takeaways * Nestle has selected JLL as its global real estate services provider across 130 countries, encompassing integrated leasi more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi, Khanna, Subramanyam Urge Secretary Rubio to Strengthen U.S. Response to Catastrophic Floods in Nepal * On Friday, Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Ro Khanna (CA-17), and Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), joined by 27 of their colleagues, in urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to use every available resource to support ongoing search-and-rescue efforts following the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and to ensure the  more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Sept. 8 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU Architecture Lecture Series to explore contemporary architectural practice in Mexico * LAWRENCE -The University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design will present the Fall 2026 Architecture Lecture Series, "Re-Generations: Current Architecture Practices in Mexico," featuring architects whose work is helping shape the future of the built environment through innovative approaches to design, urbanism and cultural practice. The lecture series brings l more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- Littelfuse, a circuit protection manufacturer, issued the following news release on Sept. 8, 2026: * * * Littelfuse Expands Omnipolar TMR Switch Family with Leaded TO-92 Package Option TX00AT314AMA brings the proven performance of the TX00 TMR Switch platform to a leaded TO-92 package, expanding form-factor options for through-hole assembly and prototype-to-production workflows ROSEMONT, Ill --Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), an industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and effi more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news on Sept. 7, 2026: * * * Mayer Brown Expands Trade Dispute Resolution Capabilities with Pablo Bentes Appointment in Brussels Brussels - Mayer Brown today announced that Pablo Bentes has joined its International Trade practice in Brussels as a partner. Pablo's arrival enhances Mayer Brown's leading sovereign-state capability and strengthens its ability to help governments and businesses address intensifying geopolitical and economic tensi more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 9 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McGuireWoods Bolsters Insurance Recovery Practice with Chicago Partner Andrew Barrios McGuireWoods continues the expansion of its nationally ranked Insurance Recovery Practice Group with the arrival of partner Andrew M. Barrios, who brings more than a decade of complex litigation experience and represents corporate policyholders in high-stakes coverage disputes. Barrios joins the firm's Chicago office to help lead the growth of the insurance rec more PR

DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Molly Pasley's return to Thailand offers sharing of practice in visual disabilities * When Molly Pasley traveled in Thailand in July 2024, it was at the invitation of NIU School of Music Professor Jui-Ching Wang. The "Songs the Blind Can See" community service project worked to adapt music education for students with visual impairments at the Roi Et School for the Blind. Several students joined them to teach about U.S. culture, English and movement  more PR

PALOS HILLS, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- Moraine Valley Community College issued the following news: * * * Moraine Valley holding Committee of the Whole, Board meetings in-person, online Moraine Valley Community College's Board of Trustees will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting at 5 p.m. and its September Board of Trustees meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8, in the Board Room, Building D, Room D219, on campus, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. The Committee of the Whole meeting also will be accessible by the public via teleconference at more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * New study shows reward can spread through complex memory networks * Dinner last Friday was a hoot. Wine and conversation flowed; dishes were perfectly seasoned. The reward center of your brain lit up like the Fourth of July. This week you have a decision to make: where to eat? The choices are infinite. Remembering last week's raving success, you quickly make a reservation at a restaurant owned by the same chef. Studies show that rewards-food, social e more PR

DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * NIU accounting students learn valuable skills and help public service associations through NIU Center for Governmental Studies graduate assistantship * For nearly ten years, NIU's Center for Governmental Studies (CGS) has hired a graduate accounting student each year to work with the Association Management team and their nonprofit client, the American Planning Association-Illinois Chapter (APA-IL), as well as to assist other nonprofit associations. Th more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Northern Trust, an international financial services company, posted the following news release: * * * Northern Trust Asset Management Launches Stablecoin Cash Reserves Portfolio * CHICAGO -Northern Trust Asset Management, a leading global investment management firm with US$1.6 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026, announced the launch of the Northern Institutional Funds Stablecoin Cash Reserves Portfolio (Ticker: NSCXX). The Stablecoin Cash Reserves Portfolio more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news: * * * Jill Horwitz: Scholarship Across Disciplines More than half of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law's faculty hold PhDs in fields beyond law--making it one of the most interdisciplinary faculties in legal education. Few embody this interdisciplinary spirit more than Jill Horwitz, Trobman Innovation Professor of Law at Northwestern Pritzker Law and Professor of Emergency Medicine at Feinberg School of Medicine. A prolific le more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, Sept. 9 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Not all colonoscopies are the same. New AI tool audits them at scale. Study of 19,000 colonoscopies shows AI can accurately assess quality metrics from procedure videos * Medical societies recommend reviewing colonoscopists' performance because quality can vary * Built at Northwestern, the tool tracks some metrics 'that can't be feasibly measured by humans' * Tool provides scalable approach to measuring colonoscopy quality and providin more PR

WACO, Texas, Sept. 8 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Ole Miss Survives Second Half Shootout * Down 13-10 in the third quarter against Louisville, the Ole Miss Rebels built a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter. The Cardinals battled back to tie the game, 38-38, but with 1:28 left on the clock, Ole Miss drove down the field and kicked the game-winning field goal as time expired. Despite the victory, Ole Miss drops one spot to No. 11 in this week's US LBM Coaches Poll. Ohio Sta more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * On the first anniversary of "Operation Midway Blitz," Ramirez, Durbin, Members of the Illinois Delegation Lead Call for Accountability, Oversight Into DHS Excessive Force * Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Ranking Member of a Subcommittee in the Committee on Homeland Security, and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) led 7 members of the Illinois Congressional delegation in requesting that the Office of the Inspector General investigate  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news on Sept. 8, 2026: * * * Pamela McDevitt to be posthumously honored with the ABA Law Practice Division's Samuel S. Smith Award CHICAGO -- The American Bar Association Law Practice Division announced today that Pamela McDevitt, the late executive director of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA), former ABA Law Practice Division director and one of the nation's most influential voices in law practice management, has been selected to receive the 2026 Samue more PR

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Sept. 8 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release: * * * Pearson and Illinois Tech to Explore Employability Pathways and Workforce-Focused Learning Credentials * Strategic collaboration aims to expand opportunities in artificial intelligence, healthcare education, workforce readiness, and lifelong learning HOBOKEN, N.J., and CHICAGO -Sept. 8, 2026 -Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, and Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), a leading private  more PR

DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * Professor Amanda Ferguson's paper receives top honors from Academy of Management * Conflict may be inevitable, but making waves in the field of conflict management is anything but. In July, Management Professor Amanda Ferguson did just that, proving that sometimes the best way to make an impact is to study what happens when people don't see eye to eye. This summer, at the annual meeting of the Academy of Management in Philadelphia, Professor Amanda  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands released the following written testimony by William M. Thomas, chairman of the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership, from a Sept. 2, 2026, hearing on the Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act (H.R. 5470). Thomas is also a member of the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission. * * * Chairman Westerman, Ranking Member Huffman, and Members of the Committee: Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of H.R. 5470, the "Route 66 National Historic Trail Des more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- Rush University issued the following news: * * * Rush University Students Selected for 2026-2027 Schweitzer Fellowship Six Rush University students have been selected for the 2026-27 Schweitzer Fellowship. They represent each of the university's colleges -- College of Health Sciences, College of Nursing and Rush Medical College. Jessica Clay, Jasmyn Hernandez, Ciara Stanton, Eva Offutt, Arwen Martin and Maya Tsingos will work with community organizations to create and implement innovative projects to address th more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Waldon Fenster, No. 1:26-cv-10688 (N.D. Ill. filed Sept. 3, 2026) On September 3, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed a settled action as to former Downers Grove, Illinois resident Waldon Fenster, an unregistered investment adviser and founder of a private fund known as "Last Mile Loan," alleging that Fenster lied to investors and misappropriated money for gambling and personal expe more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Continues Tax Practice Growth With Michael Alcan in Century City * Century City - Sidley is pleased to announce that Michael Alcan has joined the firm's Tax practice as a partner in Sidley's office in Century City. He was previously a Tax partner in the Los Angeles office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Mr. Alcan advises investment funds, private equity sponsors, and other clients on the tax considerations that arise a more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE Sets Record with Fall Enrollment; Incoming Class Represents 26.4% Increase Above Previous Year * Record enrollment is fueling a historic fall semester at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, led by the largest incoming class in University history and driving overall enrollment to its highest level in more than a decade. Just a few short weeks into the semester, this new class is exploring all that SIUE has to offer more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 8 -- Harvard University issued the following news: * * * Six honored with John P. Reardon Jr. Alumni Award for outstanding service * Since 1990, the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA) has recognized alumni for outstanding service to the University through leadership and engagement activities. Formerly known as the HAA Award, in 2025 the distinction was renamed the John P. Reardon Jr. Alumni Award in honor of Jack Reardon's deep commitment to Harvard and its alumni community, and was endowed through a generous g more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame Hits a Home Run with Class of 2027's Two Honorees DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS - The Class of 2027 of the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame features a pair of inductees whose impact on baseball has continued well after their highly competitive playing days ended. Kurt Ainsworth (Marucci Sports) and Kelly Richardson (Richardson) will join 192 retailers, team dealers, manufacturers and industry infl more PR

WACO, Texas, Sept. 8 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Tarleton State Wins Back-to-Back FBS Games * Tarleton State traveled to the state of Ohio for the first time since 1991 and faced FBS-member Bowling Green for the first time. The Texans walked away with a 20-13 victory, their second straight against an FBS opponent after upsetting Army in double overtime, 30-27, in 2025. Tarleton State remains No. 5 in this week's AFCA FCS Coaches Poll. Montana State still holds the top spo more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Improves Rankings Across Key Private Equity and Venture Capital League Tables * NEW YORK - Troutman Pepper Locke was recognized among the most active legal advisors in the deal market in Q2 2026, with improved rankings across several private equity, venture capital, and M&A league tables released by PitchBook, The Deal, and LSEG. The firm ranked No. 18 among private equity law firms nationally in  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- The University of Chicago Medicine posted the following news release: * * * UChicago Medicine names Kimyatta Washington Chief Operating Officer of AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion * UChicago Medicine has appointed Kimyatta Washington as Chief Operating Officer of the AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion, expanding her leadership responsibilities as the health system prepares to open the 575,000-square-foot facility in April 2027. Washington will continue to serve as Vice President and Chief Administrative Office more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute issued the following news: * * * International Leaders Unveil Clean Air Commitments to Advance National Air Quality Agendas The EPIC Air Quality Fund hosted the Global Clean Air Pledge event to strengthen clean air actions globally, featuring former UN Ambassador Samantha Power. - Building on the momentum of the UN International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, the EPIC Air Quality Fund hosted the inaugural Clean Air Pledge event. The event brought together mor more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 9 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Undergraduate enrollment continues upward trend, reaches highest level since 2021 By Troy Fedderson, University Communication and Marketing The University of Nebraska-Lincoln continued its upward trend in undergraduate enrollment this fall, welcoming its largest incoming class in nearly a decade and enrolling more Nebraska students. The university enrolled 4,845 first-time freshmen, an increase of 111 students, or 2.3%, from a year ago. It is the un more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Upskilling for library workers * CHICAGO -Many of today's libraries and their workers are facing a skills crisis. By some estimates, an employee's current skills are only relevant for a maximum of five years, but other estimates put the longevity of current skills at only 18 months. Though it's crucial that library workers continuously upskill and reskill to keep up with technological changes, including those brought more PR

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 9 -- USA Softball issued the following news: * * * USA Softball Announces Mercy Hospital As Official Medical Provider and Sponsor USA Softball is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with Mercy as the Official Medical Provider of USA Softball. Starting in 2026, Mercy will step up to the plate to provide medical expertise and support for the USA Softball National Team programs, helping ensure the health, safety and well-being of athletes, coaches and staff as they prepare for the 2028 Olympic Games.  more PR

MANKATO, Minnesota, Sept. 8 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Identity Preserved Alliance posted the following news release: * * * USIP Alliance trade mission strengthens seaway export opportunities * The U.S. Identity Preserved Alliance led agricultural and transportation representatives on a trade mission to Morocco and Portugal to explore how increased two-way trade could strengthen the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway as an export route for identity preserved crops and other value-added agricultural products. In Morocco, the delegati more PR

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Sept. 8 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Vape waste poses risks to health and environment, analysis finds * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Researchers analyzing discarded nicotine vapes have found extremely high levels of lead and other metals in the liquid used in many popular disposable e-cigarette devices, raising new concerns about both public health and the fast-growing piles of vape waste. The study, led by Andrew Turner of the University of Plymouth in the U.K. in collabor more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCUarts alum wins prestigious Fulbright Award to continue 'World Wide Water' project in Scotland Artist, designer and educator Rachele Riley received the Fulbright-Glasgow School of Art Distinguished Scholar Award, allowing her to spend six months at one of the world's top-ranked art and design institutions. By Kim Catley This year, artist, designer and educator Rachele Riley is trading her classroom in North Carolina for the Glasgow School of  more PR

NORTHBROOK, Illinois, Sept. 8 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * What is the Property Lab at Allstate Claims University? How Allstate trains property claim adjusters to help homeowners recover after damage * Key takeaways: * The Property Lab was built using insights from more than 100 million property claims, helping recreate many of the damage scenarios customers experience most often. * Two full-size, two-story homes with a basement bring real-worl more PR