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07/15/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

ARS Car Donation Services is the only authorized vehicle donation partner for participating chapters, ensuring all vehicle donations directly support local wish-granting efforts NEWPORT, R.I., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ARS Car Donation Services (https://www.arscars.com/) has...

07/15/2026   PR Web Government

ARS Car Donation Services is the only authorized vehicle donation partner for participating chapters, ensuring all vehicle donations directly support local wish-granting efforts NEWPORT, R.I., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ARS Car Donation Services (https://www.arscars.com/) has...

07/14/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA to receive half a million dollars as part of multistate settlement over 23andMe genetic data breach

A coalition of 42 attorneys general, including Washington Attorney General Nick Brown, today announced a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving allegations stemming from a 2023 data breach that compromised the genetic data of more than 220,000 customers in Washington state. 

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07/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

– Rieger's appointment coincides with critical new legislative efforts like The SPIRIT Act to advance the continued growth of independent distilleries nationwide – KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andy Rieger, President and Co-Founder of J. Rieger & Co., has been...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government

– Rieger's appointment coincides with critical new legislative efforts like The SPIRIT Act to advance the continued growth of independent distilleries nationwide – KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andy Rieger, President and Co-Founder of J. Rieger & Co., has been...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Northern Virginia's luxury real estate market surged in the first half of 2026, with sales of $3M and above increasing 83% year over year. The broader Capital Region luxury market also demonstrated remarkable resilience, recording a 16% increase despite elevated interest rates, limited...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government

Northern Virginia's luxury real estate market surged in the first half of 2026, with sales of $3M and above increasing 83% year over year. The broader Capital Region luxury market also demonstrated remarkable resilience, recording a 16% increase despite elevated interest rates, limited...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The contribution will strengthen medium- and long-term recovery efforts for communities impacted by Venezuela's twin earthquakes SARASOTA, Fla., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Patterson Foundation has contributed $250,000 to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy's (CDP) Global...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

25-Year Veteran of the US Secret Service Recognized for Her Contributions to Applying Presidential-Grade Security to Digital Executive Protection. ORLANDO, Fla., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BlackCloak, a pioneer in Digital Executive Protection (DEP) for corporate executives,...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government

The contribution will strengthen medium- and long-term recovery efforts for communities impacted by Venezuela's twin earthquakes SARASOTA, Fla., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Patterson Foundation has contributed $250,000 to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy's (CDP) Global...

07/14/2026   PR Web Government

25-Year Veteran of the US Secret Service Recognized for Her Contributions to Applying Presidential-Grade Security to Digital Executive Protection. ORLANDO, Fla., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BlackCloak, a pioneer in Digital Executive Protection (DEP) for corporate executives,...

07/13/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown co-leads coalition challenging Warner Bros./Paramount merger

Attorney General Nick Brown today co-led a coalition of 12 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit challenging the $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (Warner Bros.) by Paramount Skydance Corporation (Paramount). The proposed merger would combine two of Hollywood’s five major film distributors and two of the five major basic cable companies, extinguishing competition between Paramount and Warner Bros. and inflicting substantial harm on movie theaters, basic cable distributors and, ultimately, audiences nationwide. 

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07/13/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Perez Mayoral, P.A., a Florida HOA attorney firm exclusively representing homeowners in disputes against homeowners associations and condominium associations, has launched the 2026 Perez Mayoral Trailblazer Scholarship, awarding $1,000 to a student dedicated to community advocacy and...

07/13/2026   PR Web Government

Perez Mayoral, P.A., a Florida HOA attorney firm exclusively representing homeowners in disputes against homeowners associations and condominium associations, has launched the 2026 Perez Mayoral Trailblazer Scholarship, awarding $1,000 to a student dedicated to community advocacy and...

07/13/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Landmark legislation advances housing opportunities nationwide and reflects years of collaboration between policymakers and mortgage industry advocates WASHINGTON, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) the nation's first and only national...

07/13/2026   PR Web Government

Landmark legislation advances housing opportunities nationwide and reflects years of collaboration between policymakers and mortgage industry advocates WASHINGTON, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) the nation's first and only national...

07/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Five-day medical mission highlights the critical role of physical therapy in restoring patient mobility and improving access to care PORTLAND, Maine, July 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Earlier this year, physical therapist Andrew Genova, PT, DPT, Managing Partner at MVPT Physical...

07/12/2026   PR Web Government

Five-day medical mission highlights the critical role of physical therapy in restoring patient mobility and improving access to care PORTLAND, Maine, July 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Earlier this year, physical therapist Andrew Genova, PT, DPT, Managing Partner at MVPT Physical...

07/10/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington State leads lawsuit to prevent Department of Education’s cuts to school mental health grants

Attorney General Nick Brown led a lawsuit today with 14 other attorneys general to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the administration plans to terminate these grants at the end of July, which is projected to cost Washington schools and universities over $20 million. 

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07/10/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington Attorney General’s Office begins trial Monday against Albertsons for fueling opioid crisis

The Washington Attorney General’s Office will open its trial against Albertsons on Monday, July 13th, in King County Superior Court, before Judge Janet Helson. In this trial, currently scheduled to last through the beginning of September, the AG’s office alleges that Albertsons’ pharmacies failed in their responsibility to help prevent the misuse of opioids, which fueled the opioid crisis that continues to kill thousands of Washingtonians every year.

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07/10/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Jill Bray has begun her second term as President of ARCS Foundation National, continuing her leadership of the organization's mission to support outstanding graduate students in STEM and medical research fields. Bray's first term saw the launch of the ARCS Foundation National Scholar...

07/10/2026   PR Web Government

Jill Bray has begun her second term as President of ARCS Foundation National, continuing her leadership of the organization's mission to support outstanding graduate students in STEM and medical research fields. Bray's first term saw the launch of the ARCS Foundation National Scholar...

07/09/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Judge sides with WA, will permit health inspections at the GEO Group’s Detention Facility

Washington has won two preliminary injunction orders against The GEO Group in which a federal judge said the company is likely to lose its fight to try to prevent Washington State Department of Health (DOH) inspectors from entering its Tacoma facility that it operates as the Northwest Immigration and Customs Enforcement Processing Center. 

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07/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Napa Parlor #62 Helps Fully Fund the George + Kin's and Charlie Monahan Career Education Scholarship in Perpetuity NAPA, Calif., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Native Sons of the Golden West Napa Parlor #62 has presented a $18,000 contribution to the Napa Valley College Foundation...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government

Napa Parlor #62 Helps Fully Fund the George + Kin's and Charlie Monahan Career Education Scholarship in Perpetuity NAPA, Calif., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Native Sons of the Golden West Napa Parlor #62 has presented a $18,000 contribution to the Napa Valley College Foundation...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

HeroZona Foundation, APS, Arizona Diamondbacks, SRP, The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation, Will 2 Win Foundation, and More Unite for Arizona's Largest Backpack and Supplies Giveaway PHOENIX, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phoenix Tools 4 School, Arizona's largest backpack and school...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government

HeroZona Foundation, APS, Arizona Diamondbacks, SRP, The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation, Will 2 Win Foundation, and More Unite for Arizona's Largest Backpack and Supplies Giveaway PHOENIX, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phoenix Tools 4 School, Arizona's largest backpack and school...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

A pre-formation nonprofit initiative from SolutionWright and Universal Natural Intelligence (UNI) announces a $25 million funding commitment from its founding partners: $20 million earmarked for educational grants and $5 million for fully-subsidized workforce mentorships. MILWAUKEE, July...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government

A pre-formation nonprofit initiative from SolutionWright and Universal Natural Intelligence (UNI) announces a $25 million funding commitment from its founding partners: $20 million earmarked for educational grants and $5 million for fully-subsidized workforce mentorships. MILWAUKEE, July...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center (BHRC) Henderson is partnering with SafeNest Las Vegas to support Camp Hope, a free overnight summer camp for children affected by domestic violence. From June 1 to July 31, 2026, BHRC will raise funds through donations, raffle entries, and purchases from...

07/09/2026   PR Web Government

Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center (BHRC) Henderson is partnering with SafeNest Las Vegas to support Camp Hope, a free overnight summer camp for children affected by domestic violence. From June 1 to July 31, 2026, BHRC will raise funds through donations, raffle entries, and purchases from...

07/08/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Block Inc., owner of Cash App, settles two disputes with WA

Attorney General Nick Brown today announced two separate settlements with Block, the company behind the peer-to-peer payments app Cash App. 
 

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07/07/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA and other states sue HUD to block new changes to funding addressing homelessness

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is attempting yet again to unlawfully cap funding for permanent housing projects, in a move that would result in nearly 3,000 Washingtonians losing their homes, Attorney General Nick Brown argued in a lawsuit on behalf of a multistate coalition filed in federal court today.

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07/07/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

As part of its commitment to giving back, Neighborhood Credit Union hosted its Annual Day of Giving at the Kaufman Branch on June 25, awarding $1,000 to five nonprofit organizations whose work is creating positive change throughout North Texas. KAUFMAN, Texas, July 7, 2026...

07/07/2026   PR Web Government

As part of its commitment to giving back, Neighborhood Credit Union hosted its Annual Day of Giving at the Kaufman Branch on June 25, awarding $1,000 to five nonprofit organizations whose work is creating positive change throughout North Texas. KAUFMAN, Texas, July 7, 2026...

07/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

WASHINGTON, July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The national litigation boutique MoloLamken LLP is pleased to announce the release of this year's MoloLamken Supreme Court Business Briefing. This is the sixteenth year the firm has published its summary of the decisions from the U.S. Supreme...

07/06/2026   PR Web Government

WASHINGTON, July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The national litigation boutique MoloLamken LLP is pleased to announce the release of this year's MoloLamken Supreme Court Business Briefing. This is the sixteenth year the firm has published its summary of the decisions from the U.S. Supreme...

07/04/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Veteran law enforcement executive Brian O'Hara launches new consulting firm to guide agencies through complex public safety reforms and crisis management. NEWARK, N.J., July 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brian A. O'Hara, a veteran law enforcement executive with more than two decades of...

07/04/2026   PR Web Government

Veteran law enforcement executive Brian O'Hara launches new consulting firm to guide agencies through complex public safety reforms and crisis management. NEWARK, N.J., July 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brian A. O'Hara, a veteran law enforcement executive with more than two decades of...

07/03/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Learn what affects the average whiplash settlement after a South Carolina car accident, including injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and the legal options available to injured victims. CHARLESTON, S.C., July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Individuals who suffer whiplash injuries...

07/03/2026   PR Web Government

Learn what affects the average whiplash settlement after a South Carolina car accident, including injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and the legal options available to injured victims. CHARLESTON, S.C., July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Individuals who suffer whiplash injuries...

07/03/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

At FACDL's 39th Annual Meeting, the Rossen Law Firm founder gave Florida criminal defense attorneys a practical, ethics-first blueprint for adopting AI — days before Rule 2.515(d)(2) went live statewide. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Adam D. Rossen, founder and...

07/03/2026   PR Web Government

At FACDL's 39th Annual Meeting, the Rossen Law Firm founder gave Florida criminal defense attorneys a practical, ethics-first blueprint for adopting AI — days before Rule 2.515(d)(2) went live statewide. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Adam D. Rossen, founder and...

07/02/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown leads multistate opposition to Postal Service’s attempt to undermine voting rights

Attorney General Nick Brown co-led a multistate coalition of 24 attorneys general in filing a formal comment letter today opposing the Postal Service’s attempt to aid the President’s efforts to seize control of elections and restrict mail-in voting through a proposed rule, and asking the Postal Service to withdraw the proposed rule. 

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07/02/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

"250 Tacos for 250 Years" initiative honors first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, veterans, and community leaders throughout the communities District Taco serves WASHINGTON, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In celebration of America's 250th birthday, District Taco is giving...

07/02/2026   PR Web Government

"250 Tacos for 250 Years" initiative honors first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, veterans, and community leaders throughout the communities District Taco serves WASHINGTON, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In celebration of America's 250th birthday, District Taco is giving...

07/02/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Patriotic tribute celebrates America's 250th birthday by recognizing the Service Members, Veterans, and Military Families who have shaped our nation. SAN ANTONIO, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Soldiers' Angels is inviting...

07/02/2026   PR Web Government

Patriotic tribute celebrates America's 250th birthday by recognizing the Service Members, Veterans, and Military Families who have shaped our nation. SAN ANTONIO, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Soldiers' Angels is inviting...

07/01/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Attorney General’s Office given investigative authority into Longview paper mill tragedy

Following the fatal disaster at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview in May, the Attorney General’s Office confirmed today it has been granted concurrent jurisdiction by the Cowlitz County prosecutor to investigate any potential criminal activity that contributed to the tragedy and initiate any prosecution arising out of the investigation.

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07/01/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington State AI Task Force releases final report

The Washington State Artificial Intelligence Task Force today released its final report, capping two years of work to study how artificial intelligence is used across the state and to recommend policies that balance innovation with protections for civil rights, consumers, and workers.

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07/01/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA, other states block weaponization of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

A federal judge has permanently blocked the U.S. Department of Education from denying loan forgiveness to teachers, nurses, and other public servants whose employers are not aligned with the administration’s ideology following a lawsuit by Washington alongside other states.

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06/30/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA, states defeat HUD effort to kneecap homelessness services

Washington and a multistate coalition have won their case challenging the federal administration’s illegal conditions on billions of dollars in funding that community organizations across the country rely on to provide services for families facing housing insecurity or experiencing homelessness. 

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06/30/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Nick Brown applauds U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmation of birthright citizenship

Attorney General Nick Brown released the following statement today after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship:

“Today’s ruling reaffirms one of the most important principles in our democracy—there is no hierarchy to American citizenship. The Constitution is clear on who enjoys that right, and the privileges, freedoms, and opportunities that come with it. It is affirmation that the truth is more powerful than President Trump’s lies, hate, and authoritarianism.

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06/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues over unlawful federal implementation of Medicaid work requirements

The federal administration’s unlawful implementation of new Medicaid work requirements will make it even harder for people with challenging medical conditions to get the healthcare they need, Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 23 other attorneys general and two governors argue in a new lawsuit filed today.

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06/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Nick Brown statement on SCOTUS ruling preserving mail-in voting

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown released the following statement on today’s 5-4 U.S.

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