WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The American Action Forum issued the following insight: * * * October 1, 2026 GLOBE's Narrowing Economic Case and Questionable Legal Theory Michael Baker Executive Summary * The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized its Global Benchmark for Efficient Drug Pricing (GLOBE) Model, aligning what Medicare Part B pays for certain medicines to prices available in other developed countries. * The finalized GLOBE Model is significantly economically narrower than the proposed model, producing just $298  more PR

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 1 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $400 Million From Sandoz for Illegal Scheme to Inflate Drug Prices * October 1, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan coalition of 47 other attorneys general in securing $400 million from Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Sandoz) for their role in a long-running, coordinated scheme with other pharmaceutical companies to inflate generic drug prices more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 1 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SEEKS COURT APPROVAL FOR $400 MILLION NATIONWIDE SETTLEMENT WITH SANDOZ OVER CONSPIRACY TO RAISE PRICES AND LIMIT COMPETITION * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today, as part of a coalition of 43 states and territories, sought court approval of a $400 million settlement with Sandoz Inc. (Sandoz) and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Fougera). The settlement will resolve allegations that the generic drug manuf more PR

SALEM, Oregon, Oct. 1 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Holds Drug Company Accountable for Driving Up Costs of Medications * #Companies colluded to increase prices and pad their profits-Oregon consumers may be eligible for money Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield today announced a $400 million settlement with generic drug maker Sandoz over allegations the company conspired to inflate the costs of prescription medications, costing patients millions of dollars. Today more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Oct. 1 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Seeks Court Approval for $400 Million Settlement With Sandoz Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition * Press Releases If You Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States Between May 2009 and December 2019, You Could be Eligible for Money (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today led a coalition of 43 states and territories seeking court approval of a $400 mil more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Bonamici, Moore Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Safely Dispose Opioids * WASHINGTON, DC [10/1/26] - Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Riley M. Moore (R-WV) introduced bipartisan legislation to help people securely and safely dispose of unnecessary prescription medication. The Safe Disposal of Opioids Act aims to stop prescription drug abuse by establishing a national grant program to install and maintain roughly 10,000 secure disposal rec more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 1 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Colorado slated to receive $2.1M from nationwide settlement with Sandoz over illegal generic drug price hikes and collusion * Oct. 1, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined a coalition of 43 states and territories seeking court approval of a $469 million settlement with Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturers engaged in a widespread, long-running conspir more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Riley M. Moore, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Riley M. Moore Announces $246,000 Federal Grant for Fairmont Firefighters * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Riley M. Moore announced that the City of Fairmont has been awarded $246,000 through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program, providing critical federal support for Fairmont's firefighters and first responders. Congressman Moore worked with the City of Fairmont and FEMA to sec more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Riley M. Moore, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Riley M. Moore Co-Leads the Safe Disposal of Opioids Act to Help Prevent Opioid Abuse * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Riley M. Moore (R-WV) is co-leading the Safe Disposal of Opioids Act with Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR). This bipartisan bill would make it easier for Americans to safely dispose of unused prescription opioids before they can be accidentally taken, misused, or abused. Congressman Riley M. Moore released more PR

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Pierpont Community and Technical College posted the following news release: * * * Delegate John Williams Experiences Hands-On Learning During Pierpont Visit * September 30, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. - West Virginia Del. John Williams visited Pierpont Community & Technical College's Advanced Technology Center and Culinary Academy Tuesday to see how students prepare for careers through hands-on instruction, technology and engagement with faculty. Williams, who represents District 80 in Monongalia County, explo more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45997) on Sept. 17, 2026, entitled "Federal Regional Commissions and Authorities: Structural Features and Function" by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY Federal Regional Commissions and Authorities: Structural Features and Function This report describes the structure, activities, legislative history, and funding history of the 11 federal regional commissions and authorities. Those commiss more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University to recognize distinguished honorees during Homecoming weekend * #Key Points * During Florida State University's expanded homecoming weekend, the university will recognize 21 outstanding alumni and supporters during the weekend's signature award ceremonies. * The FSU Alumni Awards ceremony will take place Thursday, Nov. 19, at Goodwood Museum & Gardens. On Sunday, Nov. 22, the Emeriti Alumni Society will honor recipients of more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Celebrates West Virginia Pumpkin Festival in Milton, Issues Grant for Green Acres Regional Center * MILTON, W.Va. \- Governor Patrick Morrisey today joined West Virginians at the 41st annual West Virginia Pumpkin Festival in Milton, celebrating one of the state's signature fall traditions and highlighting the important role community events play in West Virginia's growing tourism economy. "For more than 40 years,  more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 1 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Highmark, a health insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Highmark remains committed to Medicare Advantage members in 2027 * -Consumers encouraged to review options during Annual Enrollment Period as Medicare Advantage continues to evolve PITTSBURGH (October 1, 2026) -The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare coverage in 2027 begins on Thursday, Oct. 15, and Highmark is encouraging Medicare beneficiaries to take time to understand their coverage, compa more PR

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Oct. 1 -- John Carroll University posted the following news: * * * John Carroll Earns Largest Grant in University History to Expand Behavioral Health Workforce * John Carroll University's College of Health has received the largest grant in University history, a $3.2 million federal award to expand access to graduate education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling while helping address the shortage of behavioral health professionals in underserved communities. The five-year grant from the Health Resources and Servi more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Oct. 2 -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued the following news: * * * Kris Warner clarifies the WV Secretary of State's role in proposed constitutional amendment on the November ballot October 1, 2026 Charleston, W.Va. -West Virginia voters will consider one proposed amendment to the West Virginia Constitution during the November 2026 General Election. Secretary of State Kris Warner is encouraging voters to review the proposed amendment and understand the limited role of the Secretary of State's O more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- The West Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * Logan County Schools Update Regarding WVSSAC Investigation * Charleston, W.Va. -Logan County Schools has received the findings and sanctions issued by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) following its investigation into the Chapmanville Regional High School (CRHS) boys' basketball program. According to the decisions issued by the WVSSAC, Chapmanville Regional High School's athletic program h more PR

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Marshall University posted the following news release: * * * Marshall Student Government Association to host Student Leadership Fireside Chat * The Marshall University Student Government Association (SGA) will host a Student Leadership Fireside Chat from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in the Encova Auditorium at the Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation. The event will feature a panel of distinguished local leaders who will share insights from their professional and personal leadership journey more PR

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Marshall University posted the following news release: * * * Marshall University Top Scholar applications open Oct. 1 * Applications for Marshall University's Top Scholar Program open Thursday, Oct. 1, giving incoming students the opportunity to be considered for some of the university's most prestigious scholarships through a single application. The Top Scholar Program brings together scholarship opportunities within the Honors College, including the Society of Yeager Scholars, Hedrick Scholars, Hodges more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 2 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Brown Seeks Court Approval for $400 Million Multistate Settlement with Sandoz over Alleged Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition 10/1/2026 Consumers Who Bought Certain Generic Prescription Drugs in the United States Between May 2009 and December 2019 Could Be Eligible for Compensation - BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 43 states and territories seeking more PR

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Oct. 2 (TNSida) -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release: * * * Date: October 01, 2026 Attorney General Formella Urges Congress to Fund U.S. Supreme Court Security Concord, NH - Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has joined 44 attorneys general in a letter urging Congress to fully fund the U.S. Supreme Court's Fiscal Year 2027 security request, warning that threats against the Justices and their families have become a serious and escalating danger.  more PR

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Oct. 2 -- New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella issued the following news release: * * * October 01, 2026 New Hampshire Secures Final Multistate Settlement with Sandoz over Alleged Generic Drug Price-Fixing Concord, NH - Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has joined a coalition of 43 states and territories in securing a final settlement with Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. resolving allegations that the companies participated in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to  more PR

SEWELL, New Jersey, Oct. 1 -- The Rowan College of South Jersey posted the following news: * * * RCSJ Celebrates the Inauguration of Dr. Brenden Rickards * Dr. Brenden Rickards was formally inaugurated as Rowan College of South Jersey's (RCSJ) second president during the official ceremony of investiture. This special ceremony took place on September 29 in the Physical Education Center Gym, on the Gloucester campus. Local politicians, area community leaders, college presidents, RCSJ faculty, staff, students, alumni, and administrators were more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 2 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jackley Requests Court Approval Of South Dakota Settlement with Sandoz Inc. Oct. 1, 2026 PIERRE. S.D. - Attorney General Marty Jackley announces South Dakota has joined 42 other states and territories in seeking preliminary federal court approval of a $400 million settlement with Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. that will result in eligible South Dakotans receiving a portion of the settlement fund more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, Sept. 29 (TNSida) -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jackley Urges Congress to Fully Fund Security Request for U.S. Supreme Court Sept. 29, 2026 PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 44 other Attorneys General in urging Congress to fully fund the U.S. Supreme Court's Fiscal Year 2027 security request, citing an increase in threats against federal judges and their families. "Security of U.S. Supreme Court Justices and  more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Foley Hoag, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Second Decision to Block New York Climate Change Superfund Act Issued * For the second time in less than four weeks, a federal judge has ruled that New York's Climate Change Superfund Act ("the Climate Act") is unconstitutional. On September 23, 2026 in United States v. New York (SDNY), Senior District Judge P. Kevin Castel granted summary judgment for the federal government, permanently enjoining enforcement of the Climate Act more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * September 2026 General Revenue Fund Collections Overview * CHARLESTON, W.Va. - West Virginia's total General Revenue Fund (GRF) collections for September were $570 million, exceeding estimates by $16 million, or 2.9%. For the Fiscal Year-to-Date (FYTD) through September, total GRF collections of $1.41 billion exceeded the estimate of $1.35 billion by $62 million, or 4.6%. Total GRF collections for the FYTD were $38 million, or 2.7%, more PR

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- University of Charleston posted the following news: * * * University of Charleston Celebrates the Halloween Season From Sweet to Scary * Friday, October 16 - Trunk or Treat, UC-Beckley Monday, October 19 - Ghosts and Goodies, UC Charleston Riverfront Lawn Tuesday, October 27 - Fall Festival and Halls of Horror - UC Charleston Campus The University of Charleston invites the community to enjoy Halloween fun with three special events. Both the Charleston campus and UC-Beckley will offer spirited fun fo more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, Oct. 2 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * September 30, 2026 Wayne State named 2026 APLU Innovation & Economic Prosperity Awards finalist The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) today named Wayne State University as a finalist for its 14th annual Innovation & Economic Prosperity (IEP) Awards. "We are beyond proud to be named a finalist for APLU's IEP Awards," said Ned Staebler, vice president for economic development and president and CEO of TechTown Detroit. "As a university more PR

WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- West Liberty University posted the following news: * * * West Liberty University's Nutting Gallery to Present "Interlaced" Appalachian Craft Exhibition * WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. -West Liberty University's Nutting Gallery will present "Interlaced: Making, Material, Process in Appalachia," a group exhibition featuring the work of West Virginia-based craft artists, from Oct. 7 through Nov. 5. An opening reception will be held Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Nutting Gallery, located in the Fine  more PR

BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, Oct. 1 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College posted the following news: * * * West Virginia Wesleyan College Welcomes Andrew Stacy as New Director of Marketing and Communications * BUCKHANNON, West Virginia -West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) is pleased to announce Andrew Stacy as its new Director of Marketing and Communications. "We're thrilled to welcome Andrew to our Home Among the Hills," President James Moore said. "He brings strong strategic communications experience and a demonstrated ability to reach new  more PR