Quest Technology Management claimed the Top Engagement 2025 honor at the annual Telarus Partner Summit in Dallas. The award highlights the firm’s contributions to the advisor community, specifically focusing on its collaborative support model and technical proficiency in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and consulting throughout the previous year.
BayCare Health System has secured the 21st spot on the 2026 PEOPLE Companies That Care list, marking its sixth appearance and the highest ranking achieved by any health care provider in Florida. The selection highlights the organization’s performance in balancing business objectives with commitment to its employees and local communities.
As Arizona students return to their desks this August, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona is stepping into classrooms to provide teachers with essential supplies. The initiative focuses on alleviating the financial burden on educators while creating more dynamic, supportive learning environments for students across the state.
After hitting a milestone of one million issued digital badges, University of Phoenix leaders are pushing for a shift in how higher education validates skills. At the 2026 Badge Summit in Boulder, the institution showcased strategies to ensure that microcredentials serve as clear, career-relevant signals for employers and learners alike.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has ruled that federal regulations governing the No Surprises Act allowed insurers to artificially deflate payment rates. The en banc decision in Texas Medical Association v. HHS mandates that Qualifying Payment Amounts must now exclude non-negotiated rates that previously skewed compensation metrics.
Convenience store shoppers across 23 states can now find Tres Picosos burritos at QuikTrip outlets. The Colorado-based company, known for its focus on high-filling ratios and bold recipes, has scaled its national footprint to meet rising consumer demand for premium, grab-and-go Mexican cuisine in the retail sector.
Investors who acquired Hub Group common stock between April 28, 2023, and May 11, 2026, have until August 28 to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending class action lawsuit. The case, filed in the Northern District of Illinois, claims the logistics firm misled shareholders regarding its financial reporting and accounting accuracy.
With the signing of House Bill 3751, Illinois has become the third state in the nation to codify employment social enterprises into law. The measure integrates these mission-driven businesses into the state’s economic development framework, granting them formal access to grants, technical support, and procurement opportunities previously reserved for traditional firms.
Kansas City-based Miller & Company, P.C. has joined the 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking of the fastest-growing private firms in the United States. The recognition follows a 74% revenue surge recorded between 2022 and 2025, a period defined by the firm’s intensified focus on navigating volatile global trade and tariff landscapes.
Following the successful closure of a 61-patient study at Baptist Health Hardin, Calidar is transitioning its Eidos Prism technology toward a multi-site pivotal trial. The device, which utilizes Volumetric X-Ray Diffraction to provide molecular-level imaging, is now being positioned for a broader clinical rollout by 2027.
Number lead: Israel Corporation reported a net profit of $53 million for the second quarter of 2026, marking a significant increase from the $43 million recorded during the same period last year. The Tel Aviv-based holding company bolstered its position as total assets reached $3.238 billion by the end of June.
Six hundred global investors and government officials will gather in Manila this September to unlock capital for the Philippines’ primary economic engine. The inaugural Luzon Economic Corridor Investment Forum, co-hosted by the United States, Japan, and the Philippines, aims to transform regional infrastructure priorities into operational commercial realities.
A cross-border team from Greenberg Traurig has steered mobility firm Moove through a $250 million Series C funding round. The investment, which pushes the company’s valuation to $2.1 billion, brings together a consortium of global heavyweights to accelerate the rollout of autonomous vehicle fleets and robotic depot infrastructure.
For the third time since 2023, the Inland Empire Health Plan has been recognized on PEOPLE magazine’s annual Companies That Care list. The Rancho Cucamonga-based organization secured the No. 100 spot, joining national entities like Delta Airlines and Adobe in a ranking that highlights workplace culture and employee-focused missions.
Five years after its inception, the Water UP! workforce development program has returned to Camden to bridge the gap between local talent and the critical infrastructure sector. The initiative aims to solve the growing demand for skilled labor while providing young adults with long-term economic mobility.
With over 1,300 lives lost to overdose in Cook County last year, hundreds of Chicagoans will gather at Lincoln Park on September 26 for the 7th Annual Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction. The event serves as a public rally to close the treatment gap and challenge the stigma surrounding substance use.
Investors who incurred financial losses tied to EquipmentShare.com Inc. have until September 21, 2026, to apply as lead plaintiffs in a pending class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s business operations and undisclosed related-party transactions during early 2026.
Boston-based startup CollectivIQ is moving beyond conversational chatbots with the launch of Digital Direct Reports, a new class of AI agents built to function as specialized employees. These systems are designed to hold specific job titles, integrate with enterprise software, and manage ongoing business responsibilities alongside human staff.
A former CVS building in downtown Winston-Salem is undergoing a high-tech transformation, set to reopen on August 14 as the state’s first Sandbox VR location. The 6,000-square-foot facility marks the latest expansion for the virtual reality company, which currently operates over 90 venues across five continents.
Guillermo Carrillo faces 21 felony charges after allegedly assaulting children at the Amador County Fair, prompting the McCune Law Group to open a separate civil investigation. Attorneys are now seeking to determine how carnival operators failed to implement sufficient safeguards to protect minors in their care.
Hundreds of Angelenos will gather at Griffith Park on November 7 for the 7th annual Shatterproof Walk, an event aimed at bridging the gap between addiction recovery efforts and public awareness as the county continues to combat a persistent, fentanyl-driven overdose crisis despite recent declines in mortality rates.
Despite a 31% drop in overdose deaths, Washington, D.C. continues to grapple with one of the nation's highest rates of substance use disorder. On October 17, hundreds will gather at The Wharf for the 8th Annual Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction, demanding better access to care and an end to public stigma.
Senate Energy Committee Chair Ben Allen has leveled sharp criticism at the heads of PG&E and Edison, accusing the utility giants of using blackmail to secure liability protections. The confrontation follows reports that executives threatened to prioritize shareholder stock buybacks over critical grid safety infrastructure if their legislative demands remain unmet.
Hundreds of families, advocates, and individuals in recovery will gather at The Sound on November 14 for the 7th Annual Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction. The event aims to confront the region's persistent substance use crisis by fostering community support and calling for broader access to evidence-based medical care.
Stony Brook-based Haloid Solutions has successfully integrated OpenAI’s real-time voice AI with legacy land mobile radio systems, allowing field personnel to interact with artificial intelligence using standard hardware. The technology enables radio users to perform complex tasks like language translation and vehicle lookups without replacing their existing communication infrastructure.
Omaha-based independent publisher Straight Arrow is pivoting to a paid membership model, offering an ad-free experience alongside exclusive newsletters and direct access to its reporting staff. The move follows a significant newsroom expansion aimed at deepening coverage of media bias, digital influence, and economic policy for a national audience.
Spokane-based Assureful has teamed up with multichannel platform CedCommerce to launch an AI-driven liability insurance program for U.S. online merchants. The partnership introduces a usage-based model that adjusts coverage costs according to actual sales volume, targeting the specific compliance and risk challenges faced by digital storefronts.
Beginning August 24, Chick-fil-A is bringing its test-marketed Chicken & Waffles sandwich to locations nationwide. The move marks a shift in the brand’s all-day strategy, allowing guests to pair signature filets with maple-flavored waffles and applewood smoked bacon from morning until the final closing hour of the day.
Investors who purchased Primoris Services Corporation stock between August 5, 2025, and June 22, 2026, have until September 21, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit. The litigation alleges company executives misled shareholders regarding the firm's ability to manage renewable energy project costs and risks.
A new evidence-generation platform from Salus Scientific aims to bridge the gap between laboratory performance and daily hospital practice. The inaugural report centers on the AeroShield™ Enhanced Radiation Protection Device, detailing its real-world impact on radiation exposure and workflow efficiency during complex fluoroscopic procedures at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare.
