CHICAGO, Illinois, May 15 (TNSres) -- The University of Chicago issued the following news on May 14, 2024: The world today is facing unprecedented, complex challenges, and the need to address them through research is more important than ever. As a leading global research university, the University of Chicago is home to hundreds of the world's most advanced research facilities and laboratories. Through the support of federal and private funding as well as collaboration with corporate and acade more PR

PEORIA, Illinois, May 15 -- Bradley University issued the following news release: Bradley University is proud to officially be recognized by the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) in their Diversity Recognition Program (ADRP). This distinguishment denotes Bradley's strong commitment to inclusion and equity, particularly within the Engineering Department. The field of engineering has traditionally faced challenges establishing initiatives that create greater equity, inclusion an more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 15 -- Northwestern University issued the following news release: There is no audio recording because the case predates the Court's recording system. Now, for the first time, "Brown Revisited," brings to life the oral arguments and opinion in the voices of the original figures who changed American history using voice-cloning technology combined with actor performances and innovative visual design. Northwestern University professor emeritus Jerry Goldman is the founder of more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 14, 2024: Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) awarded $2.5 million in grant funding to 10 recipients through the Illinois Economic Empowerment Centers Grant Program (EEC). This funding will help organizations provide training and resources to individuals and entrepreneurs from historically disinvested communities pursue job opportuni more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 16 -- Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Illinois, issued the following news release on May 15, 2024: Governor JB Pritzker has joined state leaders, mental health advocates, and others to mark Mental Health Awareness Month and discuss ongoing state initiatives to improve services for people dealing with mental health issues and their families. The Governor took part in a roundtable discussion on Wednesday, May 15, at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library in Springfield, put toget more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 16 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news on May 15, 2024: Continuing his efforts to support motorists, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, passed legislation on Tuesday that allows motorists the chance to recover valuable personal items like medical devices and identification cards from their vehicles. "Common sense tells you that if someone is unfortunate enough to have their car towed, these companies should allow motorists to get their importa more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 16 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news: State Rep. Elizabeth 'Lisa' Hernandez, D-Cicero, is prioritizing access to in vitro fertilization services with legislation that will require insurance companies with pregnancy benefits to cover treatments and testing for infertility. "Making Illinois a safe and supportive place to raise a family necessitates that we support those struggling to start a family," Hernandez said. "Birth rates continue to decr more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 16 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news: State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently passed a measure to establish an educator preparation program that disberses stipends to students taking the curriculum, as well as teachers administering it. "I was lucky enough to grow up in Aurora and attend East Aurora High School, where I had excellent teachers. Every student should be able to have an experience like mine," Hernandez said. "Offering low more PR

MELROSE PARK, Illinois, May 16 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news: State Rep. Norma Hernandez, D-Melrose Park, is celebrating investment in her community as Forster Tool & Manufacturing, which is based in her district, was recently awarded a $47,420 grant through the Made in Illinois Grant Program. "Local manufacturing strengthens our economy and creates quality jobs," Hernandez said. "Securing investments like these in our community helps provide opportunities for our w more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 15 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news on May 14, 2024: On Tuesday, members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus attended the 31st annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial ceremony at the Bank of Springfield Center in Springfield. "Today, we are reminded of our fearless firefighters in our community who protect us every day," said State Senator Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). "As we honor their memory, let us continue our support for more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 15 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news: To make canceling physical fitness services easier for customers, State Senator Javier Cervantes is moving legislation to require these services have easy and simple ways to cancel a contract. "This is a simple matter of updating business practices to fit with modern times," said Cervantes (D-Chicago). "Giving consumers simple and efficient methods to cancel their subscription or contract is one way we ca more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 15 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news: To safeguard working moms, caregivers and others from being overlooked in hiring decisions because of their responsibilities outside of work, State Senator Natalie Toro is championing legislation aimed at prohibiting employer discrimination based on family obligations. "It is extremely unfair for employers to decide that someone cannot fulfill their duties because they have family obligations, with no pro more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Kirkland & Ellis is advising EP Corporate Group a.s. on the possible offer for the entire issued, and to be issued, share capital of International Distributions Services plc (IDS) not already owned by EP Group and its affiliates, namely VESA Equity Investment S.a r.l. The proposal values the entire issued share capital of IDS at approximately pound sterling3.5 billion. Read the London Stock Exchang more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Kirkland represented iQor Holdings Inc., a business process outsourcing company that provides customer service, third-party collections and accounts receivable management, on the sale of a majority stake in the company to Mill Point Capital LLC. The transaction was announced May 15, 2024. The deal is expected to close in June 2024. Read the transaction press release. The team was led by corporate  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: Mayer Brown advised Morgan Stanley on groundbreaking transactions that provided financing to support design, development, and construction of high speed rail projects for Brightline Trains Florida (Brightline), a high-speed passenger rail system connecting major populations in Florida. The proceeds of the various financings were used to completely overhaul Brightline's capital structure by refinancing over $5 billi more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: Mayer Brown secured a complete victory for Karma Automotive, LLC and its former CEO Dr. Liang Zhou in a trade secrets lawsuit brought by VLF Automotive, LLC in Orange County Superior Court in California. VLF claimed that Karma gained confidential information about VLF's plans to develop an electric luxury Humvee and used that information to its benefit and to the exclusion of VLF. On May 8, 2024, the court granted  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Morgan Lewis has been honored by the Merit School of Music during its Merit Gala fundraiser event with its Corporate Leadership Award. The award comes in recognition of the countless hours of pro bono consultations and dedicated years of service on Merit's boards by the firm's lawyers. Morgan Lewis has been a longstanding supporter of Merit, guiding it through many milestones in its development, including more PR

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 14 -- Northwestern University issued the following news release: In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Northwestern University's Pritzker Pucker Studio Lab for the Promotion of Mental Health via Cinematic Arts launches the Chicago Mental Health Film Showcase, two days of films and conversations. Screenings will take place on Northwestern's Evanston campus at the Block Cinema, 40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, and in Annie May Swift Hall, 1920 Campus Drive, Evans more PR

LOMBARD, Illinois, May 15 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: By Elizabeth Toth In March and April, National University of Health Sciences hosted 5 cadaver workshops for students in various St. Petersburg College (SPC) programs. During the workshops, NUHS students helped teach SPC students about the functions and locations of organs. They also guided students through normal and abnormal anatomy with explanations of physiologic implications. Additionally, they more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 16 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: Mayer Brown announced that Dario J. Frommer has rejoined the firm in Los Angeles as a partner in the Public Policy, Regulatory & Government Affairs practice. With a career in law and government spanning 30 years, Dario is a highly sought-after legal and political advisor for clients in California and Washington DC. He most recently led Akin Gump's California public law and policy practice. "Dario is a renowned gov more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 16 -- Lincoln Land Community College issued the following news: Lincoln Land Community College students Sean McCarthy and Quinten Palmer of Springfield were honored at the Illinois Geographical Society's annual awards banquet held in Burlington, Iowa, on April 26. McCarthy received the Charles Womack Award, which was established to honor the memory and spirit of Charles "Chuck" Womack, geography professor at Lakeland Community College. The award is given to one stud more PR