Meta to pay up to $17 billion and implement sweeping child-safety reforms on Instagram and Facebook
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown announced today a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc., to end litigation alleging the company knowingly failed to protect children on Facebook and Instagram.
Subject to court approval, this is the largest state consumer protection settlement in history outside the Big Tobacco settlements of the 1990s.
Lawsuit seeks to block unconstitutional USPS rule that directs states to overhaul vote-by-mail procedures on an impossible timeline and risks disenfranchising eligible voters
Attorney General Nick Brown today co-led a coalition of 25 states in filing a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service (USPS) challenging its illegal attempt to claim authority to regulate mail-in voting.
FNBO awarded over $2 million in Impact Grants to 97 organizations supporting affordable housing, workforce development and financial literacy across its nine-state footprint. OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FNBO has awarded a total of $2,005,500 in Impact Grants to 97...
FNBO awarded over $2 million in Impact Grants to 97 organizations supporting affordable housing, workforce development and financial literacy across its nine-state footprint. OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FNBO has awarded a total of $2,005,500 in Impact Grants to 97...
Gator Bio prevailed at the ITC after a full hearing and later secured dismissal of infringement claims in federal court. PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gator Bio today confirmed the outcome of two U.S. patent proceedings brought against it by Sartorius...
Gator Bio prevailed at the ITC after a full hearing and later secured dismissal of infringement claims in federal court. PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gator Bio today confirmed the outcome of two U.S. patent proceedings brought against it by Sartorius...
New leadership elected during the 2026 NCWM Annual Meeting LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Council on Weights and Measures (NCWM) is pleased to announce the election of officers and directors to its Board of Directors. The officers were elected by NCWM...
New leadership elected during the 2026 NCWM Annual Meeting LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Council on Weights and Measures (NCWM) is pleased to announce the election of officers and directors to its Board of Directors. The officers were elected by NCWM...
New study of 115 Eaton and Palisades wildfire survivors finds emotional distress, displacement, and financial strain persist more than a year later — findings that directly shaped a free, trauma-informed AI-enabled recovery navigator now entering beta testing SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 26, 2026...
New study of 115 Eaton and Palisades wildfire survivors finds emotional distress, displacement, and financial strain persist more than a year later — findings that directly shaped a free, trauma-informed AI-enabled recovery navigator now entering beta testing SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 26, 2026...
Lehmbecker Law secured a $30,000 settlement for a Washington woman hurt by exposed, corroded bolts on a shopping center walkway, despite insurer pushback. SEATTLE, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lehmbecker Law has resolved a premises liability claim for $30,000 on behalf of a...
Lehmbecker Law secured a $30,000 settlement for a Washington woman hurt by exposed, corroded bolts on a shopping center walkway, despite insurer pushback. SEATTLE, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lehmbecker Law has resolved a premises liability claim for $30,000 on behalf of a...
Research from TOWARD Health and collaborating institutions reports LDL reductions nearly three times the conventional ezetimibe response and within the range reported in PCSK9 inhibitor trials BLAUVELT, N.Y., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Researchers affiliated with TOWARD Health...
Research from TOWARD Health and collaborating institutions reports LDL reductions nearly three times the conventional ezetimibe response and within the range reported in PCSK9 inhibitor trials BLAUVELT, N.Y., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Researchers affiliated with TOWARD Health...
Indiana and Illinois are recovering from the most severe tornado activity in recent memory. Roofing solutions for storm-prone areas are becoming a priority as homeowners assess storm damage and weigh more resilient roofing options. SCHERERVILLE, Ind., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --...
Indiana and Illinois are recovering from the most severe tornado activity in recent memory. Roofing solutions for storm-prone areas are becoming a priority as homeowners assess storm damage and weigh more resilient roofing options. SCHERERVILLE, Ind., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --...
The one-day event brings together executives, senior leaders, directors, and managers from across California's nonprofit sector for a slate of networking, professional development, and collective healing. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EmpowHer Institute, a Los Angeles...
The one-day event brings together executives, senior leaders, directors, and managers from across California's nonprofit sector for a slate of networking, professional development, and collective healing. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EmpowHer Institute, a Los Angeles...
A record-breaking July heat wave has pushed temperatures and overnight lows to historic levels across Indiana, triggering a wave of air conditioning breakdowns. Zip Heating and Cooling responds to the resulting increase in calls for residential HVAC repair in Sellersburg. SELLERSBURG, Ind....
PenFed Credit Union's hands-on volunteer experience with Bikes for Goodness Sake strengthens teams and supports culture of giving. GEORGETOWN, Texas, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bikes for Goodness Sake (BFGS) announced today the successful completion of a three-day employee bike...
A record-breaking July heat wave has pushed temperatures and overnight lows to historic levels across Indiana, triggering a wave of air conditioning breakdowns. Zip Heating and Cooling responds to the resulting increase in calls for residential HVAC repair in Sellersburg. SELLERSBURG, Ind....
PenFed Credit Union's hands-on volunteer experience with Bikes for Goodness Sake strengthens teams and supports culture of giving. GEORGETOWN, Texas, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bikes for Goodness Sake (BFGS) announced today the successful completion of a three-day employee bike...
Attorney General Nick Brown released the following statement in response to today’s U.S. Supreme Court action allowing the president’s unconstitutional executive order attacking mail-in voting to proceed for now.
United Animal Health has named Brett Kaysen, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Domestic Sales. Kaysen brings decades of experience in animal agriculture, commercial leadership and producer engagement and will lead the company's domestic commercial organization while supporting continued...
United Animal Health has named Brett Kaysen, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Domestic Sales. Kaysen brings decades of experience in animal agriculture, commercial leadership and producer engagement and will lead the company's domestic commercial organization while supporting continued...
A new FDA inspection standard is making Unique Device Identification marking accuracy an actively enforced requirement, and Laser Marking Technologies, LLC offers cost-conscious laser engraving systems designed to help medical device manufacturers meet it. CARO, Mich., Aug. 24, 2026...
A new FDA inspection standard is making Unique Device Identification marking accuracy an actively enforced requirement, and Laser Marking Technologies, LLC offers cost-conscious laser engraving systems designed to help medical device manufacturers meet it. CARO, Mich., Aug. 24, 2026...
Two of the country’s top property listing websites will end an anticompetitive scheme harming consumers under a settlement announced today with a coalition of five attorneys general – co-led by Attorney General Nick Brown – and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The settlement restores competition in apartment advertising between Zillow Group, Inc. (Zillow) and Redfin Corporation (Redfin), which operate two of the top three largest websites for renters to search for apartments and for building managers to list their available units.
Yembo has completed its CMMC 2.0 Level 2 self-assessment, enabling moving and storage partners to meet upcoming federal cybersecurity mandates and protect their military relocation revenues well ahead of the 2027 deadline. SAN DIEGO, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yembo, Inc. today...
Yembo has completed its CMMC 2.0 Level 2 self-assessment, enabling moving and storage partners to meet upcoming federal cybersecurity mandates and protect their military relocation revenues well ahead of the 2027 deadline. SAN DIEGO, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yembo, Inc. today...
Airtight construction, high-performance windows and filtered ventilation help reduce smoke infiltration and maintain indoor air quality when outdoor conditions turn hazardous CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wildfire seasons across the U.S. are lengthening and intensifying,...
National Math Stars (NMS) has selected a new cohort of 618 exceptional young students for its multi-year Voyager and Pathfinder Stars programs. National Math Stars Stars Programs provide ten years of support to students with 1-in-1000 math ability HOUSTON, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...
National Math Stars (NMS) has selected a new cohort of 618 exceptional young students for its multi-year Voyager and Pathfinder Stars programs. National Math Stars Stars Programs provide ten years of support to students with 1-in-1000 math ability HOUSTON, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...
Airtight construction, high-performance windows and filtered ventilation help reduce smoke infiltration and maintain indoor air quality when outdoor conditions turn hazardous CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wildfire seasons across the U.S. are lengthening and intensifying,...
Leadership Expansion Marks a Major Milestone in JINLAW's Mission to Unite Professionals, Foster Leadership, Combat Antisemitism and All Forms of Hatred NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jewish American Insurance & Legal Professionals Association (JINLAW) announced the...
Leadership Expansion Marks a Major Milestone in JINLAW's Mission to Unite Professionals, Foster Leadership, Combat Antisemitism and All Forms of Hatred NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jewish American Insurance & Legal Professionals Association (JINLAW) announced the...
Former litigation department head brings national trial experience, international arbitration credentials, and a parallel career in sports law to mediation and arbitration practice. NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Resolution is proud to announce that Jim Quinn has...
Former litigation department head brings national trial experience, international arbitration credentials, and a parallel career in sports law to mediation and arbitration practice. NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Resolution is proud to announce that Jim Quinn has...
The Global Trailblazer Awards proudly concludes its 2026 Season 2 program, celebrating visionary individuals who are redefining leadership and driving transformative change worldwide. AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Global Trailblazer Awards proudly announces the...
The Global Trailblazer Awards proudly concludes its 2026 Season 2 program, celebrating visionary individuals who are redefining leadership and driving transformative change worldwide. AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Global Trailblazer Awards proudly announces the...
The hearing is open to the public. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MEDIA ADVISORY: "Citizens are encouraged to participate in the August 27 El Paso County Hearing on Buc-ee's land-use appeal," said Dr. Ron Scott, Founder of The Community Voice. WHAT: The El...
The hearing is open to the public. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MEDIA ADVISORY: "Citizens are encouraged to participate in the August 27 El Paso County Hearing on Buc-ee's land-use appeal," said Dr. Ron Scott, Founder of The Community Voice. WHAT: The El...
With OSHA heat hazards prevention initiatives entering a more active phase of federal enforcement, RHP Risk Management helps businesses build effective, achievable worker safety programs with science-driven solutions and expert guidance. CHICAGO, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OSHA's...
With OSHA heat hazards prevention initiatives entering a more active phase of federal enforcement, RHP Risk Management helps businesses build effective, achievable worker safety programs with science-driven solutions and expert guidance. CHICAGO, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OSHA's...
A federal court today approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers nationwide who were affected by Google's actions.
Attorney General Nick Brown today issued the following statement as a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general began presenting their case against Meta. The states are alleging that the social media giant knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Facebook and Instagram that drive compulsive use of the platforms by children and teens, while falsely assuring parents and the public that its platforms were safe for young users.
Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition secured a major victory on Friday protecting gender-affirming care from federal overreach.
The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts struck down a key provision of a Trump administration final rule that would have excluded coverage of certain types of gender-affirming care as essential health benefits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Essential health benefits are subject to the ACA’s financial protections, including limits on out-of-pocket costs.
Attorney General Nick Brown has named Megan Cotton, currently Governor Bob Ferguson’s Senior Policy Advisor for Transportation, as his office’s new Tribal Director, a key leadership role that strengthens the Office’s government-to-government relationship with Tribal nations. In this position, Cotton will serve as the AGO’s central bridge between Tribal governments and agency leadership, ensuring Tribal voices, priorities, and sovereignty are fully reflected in the work of this Office.
Attorney General Nick Brown today released the first-ever Washington State Attorney General’s Data Privacy Report. The report examines how the data economy incentivizes the collection and retention of personal information, the potential harms that result from these incentives – such as data breaches, surveillance, and harassment – and makes recommendations to address these harms by strengthening privacy protections, enforcement, and public education.
A King County Superior Court judge issued a final order requiring KalshiEX (Kalshi) to cease many of its Washington operations after finding that Kalshi likely violated the Washington Gambling Act and the Consumer Protection Act by running an illegal gambling operation in Washington.
Attorney General Nick Brown joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania today in filing two lawsuits challenging the Trump administration’s demand for states to turn over records containing the sensitive personal information of 17 million drivers who hold commercial driver’s licenses. The Trump administration has threatened to terminate more than $10 million in federal funding to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) if the states refuse this illegal order.
Los incendios forestales en la mitad oriental del estado destruyeron cientos de viviendas y obligaron a miles de personas a abandonar sus hogares. Los inquilinos son especialmente vulnerables durante esta crisis. La Oficina del Procurador General del Estado de Washington velará por el cumplimiento de la suspensión de desalojos decretada por el gobernador en relación con los incendios forestales en Spokane, y en todo el centro y este de Washington.
The wildfires in the eastern half of the state have destroyed hundreds of homes and displaced thousands of Washingtonians. Renters are particularly vulnerable during this crisis. The Washington State Attorney General’s office is enforcing the Governor’s eviction moratorium related to the wildfires in Spokane and throughout central and eastern Washington.
Washington and a multistate coalition have won their case challenging Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) illegal attempt to cap funding for permanent housing projects that help families facing housing insecurity or experiencing homelessness. If the coalition had not successfully challenged HUD’s policy, nearly 3,000 Washingtonians would have lost their homes.
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Mientras los habitantes de Washington buscan formas de ayudar a las personas afectadas por los devastadores incendios forestales en la zona de Spokane y otras partes del estado, la Oficina del Procurador General aconseja a la población tomar precauciones para garantizar que las donaciones se destinen a organizaciones benéficas de confianza.