National US News

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- As Los Angeles prepares for increased travel volume heading into 2026, expectations surrounding airport transportation are shifting rapidly. travelers are no longer satisfied with basic pickups or inconsistent scheduling. They expect reliability, professionalism, and seamless coordination from curb to terminal. LB Limo (LB Limousine, Inc.) is responding to these evolving demands by redefining what premium airport transportation looks like, setting a new standard for LAX car service across the region.

DENVER, Colo. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, continued to support its customers through a challenging mortgage market in 2025 by sustaining audit scale, advancing AI-driven quality control innovation and delivering trusted regulatory and defect trend insight.

PLANO, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its December 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing that mortgage rate-lock activity ended the year on a firm footing, bucking typical holiday-driven seasonality. Total lock volume rose 2% month over month (MoM) from November and finished 30% higher year over year (YoY), driven primarily by rate-and-term refinances, which climbed 13% from November and more than 170% compared with December 2024.

SINGAPORE and NEW YORK /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- New analysis released by the HotDeals Research Team suggests that consumers are entering 2026 with a more deliberate and research-oriented approach to spending, as saving money and the use of coupons increasingly form a stable part of everyday purchasing decisions rather than occasional tactics. Based on ongoing behavioral tracking, the findings indicate that coupon usage is no longer primarily driven by short-term promotions or seasonal campaigns, but by a broader shift in price sensitivity, advance planning, and value assessment.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- The LA Local today announced the next phase of its groundbreaking newsroom expansion, including community-based news outlets and a website, thelalocal.org, to serve as a trusted source of local news and information. The LA Local is led by a team of civic and journalistic leaders with deep roots in Los Angeles dedicated to delivering free and fair reporting that better connects communities, strengthens local journalism and fosters collaboration among news organizations.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- SecuGen Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of biometric fingerprint readers, today announced that it will be exhibiting at MOSIP Connect 2026, taking place February 11-13, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco. At the event, SecuGen will demonstrate its soon to be released MOSIP L1-compliant authentication device, a smart fingerprint reader designed to support national ID and large-scale identity authentication programs.

AUSTIN, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Nyle Maxwell Collision Center, Austin's highly respected automotive collision repair center located at 13581 Research Blvd., Austin, Texas 78750, has appointed Austin native and collision industry veteran, Tammie Harper, as the company's Collision Center Director, Brent Rayfield, General Manager at Nyle Maxwell Supercenter, has announced.

POCATELLO, Idaho /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- The Pocatello Children's Clinic is sounding the alarm regarding a pending statewide primary care crisis created by 2025 Idaho House Bill 345, and proposing an emergency amendment to avert tragedy. Idaho recently passed legislation to transition Medicaid to Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) by 2029.

MESA, Ariz. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced the honorees of this year's Synergy Achievement Awards program. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform creatively and proactively, customizing their Synergy solution to positively impact student learning, improve a process, or solve a problem. Edupoint recently paid tribute to the honorees at its 2025 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida.

MCLEAN, Va. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), a leading provider of Modeling & Simulation and Cyber Products and Services, is proud to announce the successful implementation of Ivalua's supplier management solution, marking a significant milestone in its digital procurement transformation. The initiative is being executed in partnership with Modali Consulting, a trusted leader in procurement technology implementation.

METHUEN, Mass. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- New England Outdoor Sheds & Garages, a family-owned and operated business specializing in high-quality outdoor structures for over 50 years, is pleased to announce its expansion into New Hampshire with a new showroom located on Route 125 in Epping expected to open in early 2026. The 8-acre outdoor destination is set to become the company's flagship location, showcasing an extensive catalog in a unique, interactive environment.

MANCHESTER, N.H. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- CP Management is thrilled to announce the upcoming debut of Grand Central Suites, a state-of-the-art luxury apartment community located at 21 Central Street in downtown Manchester. Set to begin leasing in February 2026, this meticulously designed residence will redefine upscale urban living with its unmatched combination of modern elegance, premium safety features, and a prime location in the heart of Manchester's vibrant city center.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is pleased to announce Brandon Ford as the organization's new Fundraising Chair. Having joined the GWEF Board in July 2025, just as the organization marked their 5th year anniversary, Ford steps into a dedicated role focused on expanding the national and international reach of the organization's fundraising and sponsorship programs.

SEATTLE, Wash. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced the integration of its AI Originator Assistant with Fannie Mae's Income Calculator. The new connection enables lenders to instantly calculate qualifying income for borrowers with self-employment or rental income and gain enforcement relief from representations and warranties on the income calculation for conventional loans.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that it has received the ISO/IEC 27001 certification from NSF International Strategic Registrations (NSF-ISR), an NSF company. ISO/IEC 27001 defines global benchmarks for information security management systems (ISMS).

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Run 2 The Rescue, a U.S. based nonprofit with rescue operations in Beijing, China, has been thrust onto the international stage after being featured by The Dodo - one of the world's largest and most influential animal advocacy media platforms - in a moving story and viral video highlighting the rescue of a severely neglected dog.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a January slate of guests offering timely perspectives on how to navigate the regulatory landscape ahead, scale mortgage production while developing the next generation of originators, execute with discipline in volatile markets and expand access to homeownership in new ways.

WESTMINSTER, Colo. and NEW YORK CITY /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- The Industry Group and Kiosk Industry Group are pleased to announce several major initiatives and recognitions in conjunction with the upcoming National Retail Federation (NRF) 2026 Big Show in New York City. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 2203 at the Javits Center to explore groundbreaking self-service technology, meet industry leaders, and celebrate excellence across the self-service, kiosk, digital signage, and retail automation ecosystem.

CHICAGO, Ill. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Ascribe, a leading provider of real estate valuation and inspection services, has appointed Craig Bennett as chief executive officer to lead the company in its next phase of growth.Bennett brings nearly 15 years of senior-level experience in financial services to his post which includes 5 years at StoicLane, Ascribe's parent company.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- MindBridge Math Mastery, a U.S.-based educational services organization specializing in conceptual math instruction, is issuing new guidance regarding widespread math learning gaps that allow students to advance academically without developing true understanding. Founded and led by educational clinician Susan Ardila, M.Ed., the organization reports that these gaps frequently remain undetected for years.