TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 25 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * New Jersey Joins Multistate LabCorp Settlement Over 2019 Data Breach Impacting More Than 400,000 New Jerseyans September 24, 2026 TRENTON - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that LabCorp will pay more than $2.2 million and strengthen its data-security practices under a multistate settlement resolving an investigation into a 2019 data breach that potentially exposed th more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas Walton College of Business posted the following news: * * * America's Supply Chain Challenges Bring Military, Industry and University Leaders to Bentonville * BENTONVILLE, Ark. -Some of the nation's most complex logistics challenges met some of its most sophisticated commercial supply chain expertise in Bentonville. Military leaders, industry executives, government officials, entrepreneurs, investors and University of Arkansas researchers gathered at The Ledger in Bentonville o more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Americans United for Separation of Church and State issued the following news: * * * Arkansas families urge 8th Circuit to block Ten Commandments mandate September 22, 2026 ST. LOUIS -- Attorneys for 10 multifaith and nonreligious Arkansas families presented oral argument today in Stinson v. Fayetteville School District No. 1, urging the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to uphold a district court injunction that blocks the defendant school districts from implementing a state law (Act 573) requiring displays of the T more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The Arkansas State Police, a part of the Department of Public Safety, issued the following news: * * * ASP INTERCEPTS NEARLY 60 POUNDS OF ILLEGAL MARIJUANA IN BACK-TO-BACK I-40 STOPS September 24, 2026 - LONDON, Ark. -- Arkansas State Police (ASP) Troopers seized approximately 59 pounds of illegal marijuana, 200 grams of THC vape products and $4,510 in cash during two traffic stops Wednesday, Sept. 23, on eastbound Interstate 40 in Pope County. The stops, which occurred less than two hours apart, resulte more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program Awards UAMS $5 Million to Fund 6 Initiatives Sept. 24, 2026 | LITTLE ROCK -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received more than $5 million in funding under the HEART and RISE ARKANSAS initiatives of the Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the awards today with six UAMS program receiving fu more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Griffin Announces Seven Arrests Made by Medicaid Fraud Control Unit * #Griffin: 'Arkansas's MFCU continues their exemplary work ensuring bad actors attempting to defraud Medicaid or abuse our vulnerable populations are held accountable' LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing seven recent arrests made by his office's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU): "These cases- more PR

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 24 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $2.3 Million and Reforms to Protect Consumers After Labcorp Data Breach * September 24, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan coalition of 43 other attorneys general in securing approximately $2.3 million and critical reforms to protect consumers from Laboratory Corporation of America (Labcorp) after a 2019 data breach impacted millions of Labcorp customers more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 24 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mike Hilgers Announces Multistate Settlement with Labcorp over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach * Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers today announced that Nebraska, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp") resolving the multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at Labcorp's debt collector, Retrieval-Masters Credi more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 24 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser announces $2.3M national settlement with Labcorp over data breach * Sept. 24, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today announced that Colorado and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general have settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America, also known as Labcorp, resolving a multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at its debt collector American Medical Collection Agency. The A more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH LABCORP OVER AMERICAN MEDICAL COLLECTION AGENCY DATA BREACH * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 44 state attorneys general, has secured a settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America (Labcorp) resolving a multistate investigation into the 2019 data breach at Labcorp's debt collector, Retrieval-Masters Creditors Bureau, doi more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 24 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Leads $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with LabCorp Over the American Medical Collection Agency Data Breach * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General Tong today led a coalition of 44 attorneys general announcing a $2.3 million multistate settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp"), resolving an investigation into the 2019 data breach at Labcorp's debt collector, Retrieva more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Boozman, Duckworth Lead Bill to Enhance Support of Women Veterans * U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), members of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen oversight of women veterans' health care and improve access to the services and resources they need. The Veterans' Outcomes, Inclusion, Care, and Experience (VOICE) for Women Veterans Act would modernize an annual report more PR

ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, Sept. 24 -- Cowley College issued the following news release: * * * September 24, 2026 Cowley College Students Can Now Finish a Criminal Justice Degree in One Year New pathway with Newman University carries a $20,000 scholarship and credit for police academy and military training. - Cowley College graduates can finish a bachelor's degree in criminal justice in as few as 12 months under a new agreement between Newman University and the Kansas Association of Community Colleges, the statewide association representing t more PR

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * Dedmans Establish Legacy Scholarship to Support A-State Students * JONESBORO -A new scholarship at Arkansas State University will help Arkansas students pursuing degrees in business and STEM fields while honoring the values of education, opportunity and service that have shaped one Arkansas family for generations. Ronald Dedman '78 and Mitchell Dedman '11, both of Little Rock, have established the Ronald and Mitchell Dedman Legacy Scholarship, creat more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 25 -- FFRF Action Fund, an organization that says it develops and advocates for legislation, regulations and government programs to preserve the constitutional principle of separation between state and church, posted the following news: * * * FFRF Action Fund announces partnership with Planned Parenthood Great Plains Votes September 24, 2026 The FFRF Action Fund continues to play a critical role in supporting abortion rights across the country. That's why it is supporting the work of Planned Parenthood Great Plains more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 24 [Category: ThinkTank] (TNSrep) -- The Goldwater Institute posted the following news: * * * New Report: Don't Force Patients into the Pharmacy Desert * Millions of Americans already struggle to reach a pharmacy. Now lawmakers pursuing lower prescription drug prices are backing ownership restrictions that could force patients to travel farther or, even worse, leave them without a nearby pharmacy altogether. A new Goldwater Institute report, Don't Force Patients into the Pharmacy Desert: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Own more PR

RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news: * * * Homecoming 2026 Events for ATU Alumni and Friends * Arkansas Tech University has announced the schedule of alumni and community events for its 2026 Homecoming celebration. Individuals may register for events by visiting www.atualumni.com/homecoming. For more information, call (479) 968-0242 or send e-mail to alumni@atu.edu. Monday, Oct. 5 Mahjong and Mingle 6 p.m. Williamson Hall Dining Room $20 per person Homecoming Pep Rally 7 p.m.  more PR

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * Incoming Golden Lions Build Healthy Habits and Entrepreneurial Mindsets Before Their First Semester * Weeks before beginning their first fall classes at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, incoming Golden Lion freshmen have already earned college credit, built friendships and developed habits that can help them succeed. Through UAPB's Learning Institute and Opportunities for New Students, known as the LIONS Program, first-time  more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * Jeffrey Condran named 2026 Porter Fund Literary Prize recipient * Jeffrey Condran, associate professor of English at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been named the 2026 winner of the Porter Fund Literary Prize, one of Arkansas' longstanding literary honors. The award honors an Arkansas writer whose substantial body of work merits greater recognition. For Condran, who has been at UA Little Rock for more than a dec more PR

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * KASU to Host Live Fall Fundraiser in September and October * JONESBORO - KASU 91.9 FM, the public media service of Arkansas State University, will hold its Live Fall Fundraiser starting next week. The fundraising event will be from 6 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28, and will continue from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m. from Tuesday, Sept. 29, through Friday, Oct. 2. Fundraising Fridays will be held twice in October. Donors can participate from 6 a.m. to more PR

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * Professor Joseph Carter Corbin Day to be Celebrated on September 27 * Professor Joseph Carter Corbin, founder of Branch Normal College - now known as the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) - will be honored on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Professor Joseph Carter Corbin Day and UAPB will be observed during a special community celebration scheduled to take place from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The location is New St. Hurricane Miss more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following letter to Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Ranking Member Adam Smith, D-Washington, Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Michigan, chairman of the Subcommittee on Readiness, and Ranking Member John Garamendi, D-California: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mike Rogers Chairman House Committee on Armed Services 2216 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 - The Honorabl more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Sanders Announces $54.6 Million Awarded in Rural Health Transformation Funds * LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced $54.6 million in awards to recipients of the second round of Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) grants, established through President Donald J. Trump's One, Big, Beautiful Bill. $27.4 million will be awarded to 30 projects through the Healthy Eating, Active Recreation & Tra more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Sanders Announces Bridge Loan to Delta Peanut to Save Arkansas Peanut Harvest * LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward today announced a $5 million loan from the Governor's Quick Action Closing Fund to facilitate Delta Peanut's purchase of this year's peanut harvest as it works to be acquired by an outside firm. "Peanuts are an expanding crop market in Arkansas, and w more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of the Ozarks posted the following news: * * * Thorp '96 to Receive 2026 Alumni Achievement Award * Jackson "Jack" Thorp '96 of Broken Arrow, Okla., is the recipient of the 2026 Alumni Achievement Award for outstanding achievements in his chosen professional field. Thorp will be honored during the Alumni Awards Ceremony, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 16, in the Rogers Conference Center as part of the University's 2026 Homecoming ceremonies. Thorp has served as the district attorney for Oklaho more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, Sept. 24 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Three finalists named for SDSU vice president for research and economic development * South Dakota State University has named three finalists for the position of vice president for research and economic development. Each finalist will participate in two days of interviews that will include meetings with SDSU leadership, faculty, staff and other key stakeholders. An open forum will be held for each candidate on campus and via Zoom for those wh more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Announces $54.6 Million to Fight Chronic Disease, Expand Maternal Healthcare Services, and Build Arkansas' Rural Health Workforce * The Trump Administration announced today that a $54.6 million investment is being delivered to recruit, train, and retain Arkansas' rural healthcare workforce, expand maternal healthcare services, and help fight chronic diseas more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas Walton College of Business posted the following news: * * * U of A Improves Top 100 Status in U.S. News Rankings * The University of Arkansas moved up a spot among public institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The U of A is again ranked in the Top 100 public institutions, reflecting the university's continued momentum in many areas including student success and research excellence. The U of A is now ranked 99th among public universities, tie more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * U of A Improves Top 100 Status in U.S. News Rankings Sep. 24, 2026 The University of Arkansas moved up a spot among public institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The U of A is again ranked in the Top 100 public institutions, reflecting the university's continued momentum in many areas including student success and research excellence. The U of A is now ranked 99th among public universities, tied with Oklahom more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Approves Mississippi's Returning Education to the States Waiver * Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) announced another victory in empowering states with greater education autonomy with the approval of Mississippi's Returning Education to the States (RES) Waiver. Mississippi is the seventh state to receive such a waiver, joining Iowa, Louisiana, Indiana, Vermont, Arkansas, and South Dakota in st more PR

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB Dining Ranked Among Top 5 Colleges in Arkansas for Best Campus Food * The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Dining has been ranked among the Top 5 Colleges in Arkansas for Campus Food. The recognition comes from Niche, a national college-ranking and review platform that evaluates colleges and universities across the United States. Niche rankings are based on student surveys, statistical data, and comprehensive analysi more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * America's Supply Chain Challenges Bring Military, Industry and University Leaders to Bentonville Sep. 24, 2026 BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Some of the nation's most complex logistics challenges met some of its most sophisticated commercial supply chain expertise in Bentonville. Military leaders, industry executives, government officials, entrepreneurs, investors and University of Arkansas researchers gathered at The Ledger in Bentonville on Sept. 10-1 more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Autumn Spicher Joins College of Education and Health Professions as Senior Director of Development Sep. 24, 2026 Autumn Spicher has joined the College of Education and Health Professions as senior director of development, effective Sept. 21. Spicher brings more than a decade of experience in development, external relations and communications across higher education, non-profit and government sectors. "I am incredibly excited to join the College more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Connecting Clinical Dyslexia Training With College of Education and Health Professions Coursework Sep. 24, 2026 A successful partnership with the Nelms Dyslexia Center in Arkansas has led the College of Education and Health Professions to expand opportunities for its graduate degree pathway for aspiring Certified Academic Language Therapist professionals to Oklahoma. Educators and other degreed professionals who are working toward a CALT creden more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Global Campus Names Xie to Direct Marketing, Communications Team Sep. 24, 2026 The Global Campus at the U of A has named Roxie Xie its new director of the Marketing and Communications Team, effective Sept. 8. She leads strategy, creative and media partnerships to expand access to online, professional and workforce education. She brings more than a decade of marketing experience across governments, financial services, tech, energy, health care,  more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Sept. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * School of Art Announces Lecture Series, Brings New York Times Bestselling Author, MacArthur 'Genius' Comic Artist to Campus Sep. 24, 2026 The School of Art, housed in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, has announced its 2026-2027 Lecture Series lineup featuring prominent artists and scholars from across the U.S. The events are free, and open to the public. Individuals are encouraged to register via HogSync for the lectures. The Scho more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Senior vice president for research and innovation transitions to new role By Eric Earnhart 24 Sep 2026 Daniel Sui, senior vice president for the Office of Research and Innovation, is transitioning to a new role with the university and will serve as special assistant to Virginia Tech President Tim Sands. "Dan's distinguished record and reputation, and his focus on impactful science and innovation has served Virginia Tech and our communities well," said Virgin more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Sept. 24 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach * Attorney General JB McCuskey announced that West Virginia, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has reached a $2.3 million multistate settlement with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp"). The settlement resolves the investigation into the 2019 data breach at Labcorp's debt collector, Retrieval-Masters Credi more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Womack Presents Purple Heart Medal to Retired Army Staff Sergeant George F. O'Dell * BELLA VISTA, Arkansas-September 24, 2026...Today, Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) presented the Purple Heart Medal to Retired Army Staff Sergeant George F. O'Dell who was seriously injured while deployed to Iraq in 2009. The Purple Heart Medal is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to servicemembers who are killed or wounded by enemy action more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 24 [Category: National Defense] -- The Wounded Warrior Project posted the following news release: * * * Wounded Warrior Project's 2026 Women Warriors Summit Brings More Than 100 Veterans to Congress * Washington, DC. (Sept. 24, 2026) - More than 100 women warriors from across the country gathered in Washington, DC, Sept. 21-24, for Wounded Warrior Project's(r) (WWP) 2026 Women Warriors Summit, meeting with more than 120 congressional offices to advocate for policies impacting women veterans. Women are the faste more PR