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05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Children's Health Defense and STARRS are supporting the national release of Duty to Disobey, a documentary examining the impact of COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies on U.S. military personnel and veterans. The film is scheduled...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Children's Health Defense and STARRS are supporting the national release of Duty to Disobey, a documentary examining the impact of COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies on U.S. military personnel and veterans. The film is scheduled...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Global natural diamond supply is at 40-year lows as a production economics squeeze leads to steep operational curtailments and mine closures NEW YORK, May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World renown independent diamond and jewelry analyst Paul Zimnisky highlights the sharp contraction in...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

Global natural diamond supply is at 40-year lows as a production economics squeeze leads to steep operational curtailments and mine closures NEW YORK, May 16, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World renown independent diamond and jewelry analyst Paul Zimnisky highlights the sharp contraction in...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is applauding a bipartisan congressional letter led by U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) urging U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to address unfairly traded Mexican specialty crop imports ahead of the 2026 USMCA...

05/16/2026   PR Web Government

The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is applauding a bipartisan congressional letter led by U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) urging U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to address unfairly traded Mexican specialty crop imports ahead of the 2026 USMCA...

05/15/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Thurston County business pleads guilty to illegal sale of elephant ivory figurine

JOINT NEWS RELEASE 

Washington State Attorney General’s Office and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police  

OLYMPIA – A Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Police investigation, prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Office (AGO), into the illegal sale of a figurine carved out of elephant ivory has resulted in a guilty plea, fine, and wildlife penalty for a Thurston County business. 

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05/15/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Microvascular research is providing important biological insights that may help guide how we diagnose and treat patients living with complex chronic disorders such as Long COVID and ME/CFS. The Complex Disorder Alliance (CODA) will support experts to focus on key hypotheses to more...

05/15/2026   PR Web Government

Microvascular research is providing important biological insights that may help guide how we diagnose and treat patients living with complex chronic disorders such as Long COVID and ME/CFS. The Complex Disorder Alliance (CODA) will support experts to focus on key hypotheses to more...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of "Set Your Vector," a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of "Set Your Vector," a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The HHS Secretary will issue guidance to States on who is exempt from Medicaid work requirements by June 1st. People living with the severely disabling diseases of ME/CFS and Long COVID risk losing our health insurance because the majority of our community are too sick and disabled to...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

The HHS Secretary will issue guidance to States on who is exempt from Medicaid work requirements by June 1st. People living with the severely disabling diseases of ME/CFS and Long COVID risk losing our health insurance because the majority of our community are too sick and disabled to...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Ventura County jury assigns 100% liability to corporate defendant following illegal U-turn that caused life-altering injuries VENTURA, Calif., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Ventura County jury has delivered a decisive verdict in a personal injury lawsuit stemming from a commercial...

05/14/2026   PR Web Government

Ventura County jury assigns 100% liability to corporate defendant following illegal U-turn that caused life-altering injuries VENTURA, Calif., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Ventura County jury has delivered a decisive verdict in a personal injury lawsuit stemming from a commercial...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

$4.6 Million in Compensatory Damages and $33.8 Million in Punitive Damages Awarded Against Hill-Rom Company, Inc. SPRINGFIELD, Ill., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Sangamon County jury has returned a momentous verdict of $38.4 million, in favor of Stacey Brown (Plainview, IL), a...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government

$4.6 Million in Compensatory Damages and $33.8 Million in Punitive Damages Awarded Against Hill-Rom Company, Inc. SPRINGFIELD, Ill., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A Sangamon County jury has returned a momentous verdict of $38.4 million, in favor of Stacey Brown (Plainview, IL), a...

05/12/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues Providence Health & Services over illegal treatment of pregnant and nursing employees

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown today sued Providence Health & Services in King County Superior Court, alleging that Providence repeatedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations required under state law to pregnant and nursing employees.

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05/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Supported by Next Generation in Trucking, the 16-part series delivers practical health education built for life on the road CARMEL, Ind., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Project 61, the nonprofit movement dedicated to improving the health and longevity of America's truck drivers, today...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government

Supported by Next Generation in Trucking, the 16-part series delivers practical health education built for life on the road CARMEL, Ind., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Project 61, the nonprofit movement dedicated to improving the health and longevity of America's truck drivers, today...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

In a formal letter sent May 12th, 2026, the LPTV Broadcasters Association urged FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to immediately recognize the global 3GPP 5G Broadcast standard (Releases 16–19) as a voluntary transmission option for LPTV stations. The move would enable LPTV operators to deliver...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government

In a formal letter sent May 12th, 2026, the LPTV Broadcasters Association urged FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to immediately recognize the global 3GPP 5G Broadcast standard (Releases 16–19) as a voluntary transmission option for LPTV stations. The move would enable LPTV operators to deliver...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Celebrated Actor and Director Steve Buscemi returns as Ambassador for Project UnLonely Films NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This year marks the 10th anniversary season of Project UnLonely Films, the nation's largest campaign harnessing the power of short films to raise...

05/12/2026   PR Web Government

Celebrated Actor and Director Steve Buscemi returns as Ambassador for Project UnLonely Films NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This year marks the 10th anniversary season of Project UnLonely Films, the nation's largest campaign harnessing the power of short films to raise...

05/11/2026   Washington Attorney General News
As Feds pull back on corporate oversight state AGs warn of enforcement gaps

Attorney General Nick Brown and counterparts from other states today underscored the critical antitrust enforcement work state attorneys general have been doing as the federal government has pulled back on corporate oversight. 

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05/11/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

As the sentencing of confessed Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann approaches this June, former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney K. Harrison is breaking his silence—offering the first inside account of the investigation that brought one of the nation's most chilling serial...

05/11/2026   PR Web Government

As the sentencing of confessed Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann approaches this June, former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney K. Harrison is breaking his silence—offering the first inside account of the investigation that brought one of the nation's most chilling serial...

05/08/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade defined by strong results, strategic growth, and a reputation for handling complex, high-stakes litigation across New Jersey and New York. Guided by its principle, "Serious Attorneys for Serious Cases," the firm...

05/08/2026   PR Web Government

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade defined by strong results, strategic growth, and a reputation for handling complex, high-stakes litigation across New Jersey and New York. Guided by its principle, "Serious Attorneys for Serious Cases," the firm...

05/08/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Beverly Hills-Based ARH Real Estate Group LLC Raises Standards in Estate Property Representation BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As probate filings continue to rise across Los Angeles County, a critical issue is emerging in the real estate market: the majority of...

05/08/2026   PR Web Government

Beverly Hills-Based ARH Real Estate Group LLC Raises Standards in Estate Property Representation BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As probate filings continue to rise across Los Angeles County, a critical issue is emerging in the real estate market: the majority of...

05/07/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown wins tariffs lawsuit against Trump administration

Attorney General Nick Brown today secured an order invalidating President Trump’s latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. 

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05/07/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Marine Corps spouse Shelby Bateman has been named the 2026 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® for her leadership supporting military families through mentorship, spouse programs and community-building initiatives. Her work focuses on helping military families build...

05/07/2026   PR Web Government

Marine Corps spouse Shelby Bateman has been named the 2026 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® for her leadership supporting military families through mentorship, spouse programs and community-building initiatives. Her work focuses on helping military families build...

05/07/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

NFL Star Bryant McKinnie and Rahzel, Co-Founder of The Roots, Join TBOC Super PAC to Back Harvard MBA and Wall Street Banker Marty Dolan to Defeat AOC BRONX, N.Y., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Take Back Our Country Super PAC (TBOC), an independent expenditure-only political...

05/07/2026   PR Web Government

NFL Star Bryant McKinnie and Rahzel, Co-Founder of The Roots, Join TBOC Super PAC to Back Harvard MBA and Wall Street Banker Marty Dolan to Defeat AOC BRONX, N.Y., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Take Back Our Country Super PAC (TBOC), an independent expenditure-only political...

05/07/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Miracle Foundation launches new initiative inviting individuals and communities to take action in ensuring every child grows up in a safe, stable, and loving family environment AUSTIN, Texas, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Miracle Foundation, a global nonprofit dedicated to helping...

05/07/2026   PR Web Government

Miracle Foundation launches new initiative inviting individuals and communities to take action in ensuring every child grows up in a safe, stable, and loving family environment AUSTIN, Texas, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Miracle Foundation, a global nonprofit dedicated to helping...

05/06/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown protects homeland security funding from politically motivated cuts as federal government drops appeal

Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition have successfully resolved a lawsuit stopping the Trump administration from unlawfully taking homeland security funding away from states that would not comply with the administration’s political agenda.

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05/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Citrine Angels announced that its members have surpassed $2 million invested in women-led startups since the organization's founding in 2019. The investments were made across 30 startups by more than 70 women investors, many of whom were first-time angel investors before joining Citrine....

05/06/2026   PR Web Government

Citrine Angels announced that its members have surpassed $2 million invested in women-led startups since the organization's founding in 2019. The investments were made across 30 startups by more than 70 women investors, many of whom were first-time angel investors before joining Citrine....

05/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The GAAD Foundation celebrates the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 21st, 2026, with global events aimed at challenging tech professionals to build a more accessible digital world for people with disabilities. LAS VEGAS, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The GAAD (Global...

05/06/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

May is 5p- Syndrome Awareness Month LAKEWOOD, Calif., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In May, the 5p– Society of North America unites with families and organizations from over 95 countries to raise awareness of 5p Deletion Syndrome—also known as Cri du Chat or 5p– Syndrome—a rare...

05/06/2026   PR Web Government

The GAAD Foundation celebrates the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 21st, 2026, with global events aimed at challenging tech professionals to build a more accessible digital world for people with disabilities. LAS VEGAS, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The GAAD (Global...

05/06/2026   PR Web Government

May is 5p- Syndrome Awareness Month LAKEWOOD, Calif., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In May, the 5p– Society of North America unites with families and organizations from over 95 countries to raise awareness of 5p Deletion Syndrome—also known as Cri du Chat or 5p– Syndrome—a rare...

05/04/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown files brief urging Supreme Court to stay restrictions on Mifepristone

Attorney General Nick Brown today joined a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to stay a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit that would restrict access to mifepristone, a safe and effective abortion medication. This morning, the Supreme Court temporarily stayed the Fifth Circuit ruling, restoring access to mifepristone.

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05/01/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Purdue/Sackler opioid settlement takes effect, delivering $105.6 million to Washington state and local governments

Attorney General Nick Brown today announced that a $7.4 billion multistate settlement reached with Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective.

The settlement will deliver $105.6 million split between Washington state and 125 cities and counties, with most coming over the next three years. The state will receive 50% and the local governments will receive shares of the rest, based on previously agreed percentages.

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04/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown condemns SCOTUS attack on historic voting rights law

Attorney General Nick Brown released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court gutting the 1965 Voting Rights Act in today’s Louisiana v. Callais decision.

“Passed after generations of delay, denial, and indignity, the 1965 Voting Rights Act was justice for oppressed and brutalized Americans who kept faith in their country’s promise. Today, the Supreme Court has disregarded that sacrifice, dismissed the truth, and revoked the law’s promise to future generations.

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04/28/2026   Washington Attorney General News
On Worker Memorial Day, AG Brown pays tribute to fallen workers

Today, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) will hold its Worker Memorial Day ceremony honoring 115 people who lost their lives on the job or from work-related injuries and illnesses.

The observance will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Tumwater and will also be streamed live

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04/28/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Governor Ferguson, Attorney General Brown seek court order to permit health inspections at Northwest ICE Processing Center

Health inspectors attempting to investigate thousands of complaints have been turned away 10 times 

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04/27/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues Albertsons, Safeway, and Haggen for deceptive ‘buy one get one free’ deals

The corporate owner of Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores has overcharged Washington consumers in more than 3 million transactions over a five-year period through deceptive “buy one get one free” deals, Attorney General Nick Brown argues in a new consumer protection lawsuit filed today.

Boise-based Albertsons Companies, one of the largest grocery store chains in the country, owns and operates all Safeway, Albertsons, and Haggen grocery stores in Washington, totaling 225 retail grocery stores across the state.

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04/23/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown urges Washingtonians to dispose of unused medications on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

(Updated April 23, 2026, to add a link to information from the state Department of Health on year-round drug disposal sites.)

Attorney General Nick Brown encourages Washingtonians statewide to dispose of old prescription medications safely and anonymously this Saturday, April 25, as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. 

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04/20/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Court issues opinion and judgment in AG Brown case protecting youth gender-affirming care

AG Brown, along with the Attorneys General of Oregon and New York, led a coalition of 22 states that secured a federal court order Saturday permanently blocking an unlawful attempt by the Trump administration to threaten healthcare providers for treating youth with gender dysphoria. 

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