COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Best snapshots yet of DNA repair protein relevant to BRCA mutations * Scientists have captured the most detailed structural images to date of a specific type of protein's DNA repair process, a finding that could reveal ways to inhibit the effects of BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations that heighten the risk for breast, ovarian and other cancers. Previous research has shown that a protein in humans called RAD52 perform more PR

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * BREAKING: Eric Conroy Joins NRCC's Unpopular "MAGA Majority" in OH-01 * In response to news that Eric Conroy was added to the NRCC's "MAGA Majority," DCCC spokesperson Riya Vashi released the following statement: "Eric Conroy is a MAGA extremist, wealthy phony, and carpetbagger who's wildly out of touch with Ohio's First Congressional District. The NRCC's stamp of approval just  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown, Colleagues Send Letter Calling on REI to "Get Back to the Table" for Negotiations with Workers Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) joined 35 of her House Democratic colleagues in a letter urging REI Co-op to return to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith, as required by federal law, to reach a fair collective bargaining agreement with unionized workers at stores across the country.  more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, April 28 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary by policy fellow Josiah Padley: Ohio policymakers have announced the creation of a statewide Attendance Dashboard that will be used to combat chronic absenteeism. Chronic absenteeism occurs when a student is absent from school for more than 10 percent of the academic year. Nationally, there were high, dest more PR

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 27, 2026: * * * Chairman Jordan Expands Investigation into Biden-Harris Administration Spying on Republican Members of Congress Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) sent a letter to Alpine Bank CEO Glen Jammaron requesting documents and communications relating to the Biden-Harris Department of Justice's (DOJ) Arctic Frost Investigation.  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies released the following testimony by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick from an April 23, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget: * * * Chairman Rogers, Ranking Member Meng, and Members of the Subcommittee - it is an honor to join you today. Over the past 15 months, President Trump has proven that the American economy is the strongest and most resilient in the world. When businesses more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 28 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy commits $1 million to strengthen nonprofits helping North Carolina customers meet essential needs * 500,000 will be awarded to 20 nonprofits supporting seniors - applications open through May 29 * Additional $500,000 to support Share the Light Fund(R) agencies statewide * The Duke Energy Foundation is committing $1 million to support nonprofit organizations across North Carolina that del more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, April 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN to deliver every 2026 Premier Lacrosse League and Women's Lacrosse League game, all season long * 19 games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2; all games streaming on the ESPN App  * All games on Saturday, May 16 streaming on ESPN+ and Disney+ * 2026 ABC Season Opener: 2025 Championship rematch between New York Atlas vs. Denver Outlaws on Saturday, May 30, at 1 p.m. ET *  more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 27 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Mike Braun Highlights Skilled Trades, Apprenticeships, and Workforce Development in Visit to Central Midwest Carpenters Governor Mike Braun today visited Central Midwest Carpenters during Apprenticeship Week to highlight the importance of skilled trades training, apprenticeships, and career-connected education in building Indiana's workforce and supporting the state's future growth. " more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, April 27 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release: * * * Here are the winners of the 2026 Poynter Journalism Prizes * The Poynter Institute announced the winners and finalists for the 2026 Poynter Journalism Prizes Monday, honoring journalists and news organizations across platforms for exceptional work in 12 categories for writing, reporting, innovation and leadership. Winners spanned a cross-section of media, including large, e more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * History course brings Philadelphia's 'Revolutionary Stories' to life * Learning history isn't about memorizing dates and facts, but rather researching the stories of regular people, says Emma Hart, Roy F. and Jeannette P. Nichols Chair of American History and director of Penn's McNeil Center for Early American Studies. And in America's 250th year marking the signing of the Declaration of I more PR

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * In Letter to RFK Jr., Cantwell Demands Changes to New AI-Driven Prior Authorization Program That's Overruling WA Doctors and Delaying Care for Seniors WA hospitals report extended delays for authorization under WISeR pilot program, WA seniors report crippling pain while they wait for treatment; ICYMI: Cantwell presses RFK on AI-driven care denials in hearing; details delays in care and patient  more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 28 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article: * * * The Value of Networks and Ecosystems in Creating the Future of Learning KEY TAKEAWAYS: * In a fragmented education and workforce landscape, networks and ecosystems help align people and organizations around shared purpose to reduce duplication and accelerate meaningful learning innovation * Regional and national examples such as Remake Learning, LearnerStudio and Lead for Learners show how sustained collaborati more PR

WICKLIFFE, Ohio, April 28 -- Lubrizol Corp., a Berkshire Hathaway company, issued the following news: * * * Lubrizol Introduces Solsperse(TM) 82510 Hyperdispersant: A Versatile, High-Performance Dispersant for Solvent-Borne Formulations * New high performance solvent borne hyperdispersant launched * Broad pigment and solvent compatibility * Enhanced color, gloss, and stability * Lubrizol announces the launch of Solsperse(TM) 82510 Hyperdispersant, a high-efficiency dispersant engineered t more PR

WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Media] -- National Religious Broadcasters issued the following news release: * * * NRB Files FCC Complaint Over Jimmy Kimmel Live! Monologue NRB has requested that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) investigate ABC Television following remarks aired during the April 23, 2026 national broadcast of Jimmy Kimmel Live! that, when viewed in context, raise serious concerns about the normalization and potential incitement of political violence. The broadcast more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * REMINDER: Jon Husted Remains at Center of Largest Bribery Scandal in Ohio History * U.S. Supreme Court upholds the conviction of top Jon Husted ally COLUMBUS, OHIO -Today, the United States Supreme Court upheld the conviction of one of Jon Husted's top allies in the FirstEnergy corruption scheme -the largest bribery scandal in Ohio history -proving this political headache isn't going away for Husted anyt more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State students named Goldwater Scholars for 2026 * Four students from The Ohio State University have been recognized by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program for their commitment to scientific research. For 40 years, the Goldwater Scholarship has supported talented college sophomores and juniors who aspire to become this nation's next generation of researchers in science more PR

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, April 27 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release: * * * Poynter announces 2026 cohort of Transforming Crime Coverage program The Poynter Institute today announced the 2026 cohort of its Transforming Crime Coverage program, an intensive training and coaching experience designed to help newsrooms fundamentally rethink how they report on crime, public safety and the communities they serve. Running from April 29 through June 24, the p more PR

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, April 27 -- Shawnee State University issued the following news: * * * President's Gala raises over $112,000 for student scholarships * Shawnee State University's Foundation held its annual President's Gala on Apr. 25 to support the Friends of Shawnee State Scholarship fund. Bringing together donors, faculty, alumni, staff, and students to celebrate the university's ongoing and upcoming initiatives, the event raised $112,000 to support the scholarship fund. At the event, S more PR

WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Republicans Turn on Each Other as New Scandals Mount in OH-09 * If you thought the clown car GOP primary in OH-09 couldn't get any messier -think again. Derek Merrin has been caught with his fingerprints all over a smear website targeting fellow Republican Josh Williams, the Toledo Blade reports. Images on the "Liberal Fraud Josh Williams" oppo site are tied directly to a consul more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 27 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Streaming Faith: Grads Expand the Reach of Christian Radio Worldwide By Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer Radio was once expected to fade in the digital age. Instead, it has adapted. Christian broadcasters are now reaching listeners not only through traditional airwaves but through streaming services, mobile apps and other digital platforms. Cedarville University alumni are helping shape that wor more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 28 -- Dinsmore and Shohl, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Super Lawyers Names 15 Dinsmore Attorneys to 2026 West Virginia List Fifteen Dinsmore attorneys from four of the Firm's West Virginia offices were named to the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. The attorneys named are located in Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown and Wheeling. Four attorneys were named Rising Stars for the first time, while labor and employment partner Mark Carter  more PR

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, April 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * Tinker projects strength during 2026 State of the Base Tinker Air Force Base hosted its third annual State of the Base April 17 at Rose State College in Midwest City, Oklahoma, discussing future military innovations and community partnerships.  The event provided community stakeholders with the latest updates and opportunities to ask questions directly to senior leaders.  more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, April 28 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * UAH graduate student turns childhood fascination with storms into award-winning research career Russ Nelson For Madison Wallner, a graduate research assistant of Atmospheric and Earth Science (AES) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, a childhood moment of awe has grown into a professional pursuit: the study of thunderstorms to predict why some  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * We may be born with 2 complex cognitive functions already established * A new study is the first to show that two of our most sophisticated cognitive functions, using and understanding language and being able to sense how other people feel, have distinct origins in the brain in young children - matching what we know about the adult brain. The findings suggest that these separate but related ways of processin more PR

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The White House sends to the Senate on April 27, 2026, the nominations of 12 individuals for positions in the federal government: * * * Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: David Brat, of Virginia, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Commonwealth of Australia. Hal Duncan, of Texas, to be Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Sean Kaufman, of Georgia, to  more PR